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With the holiday season behind us fashion delivers a more relaxed mood, a perfect and much welcomed counterpart to last month’s high voltage pieces. For those looking for a stylish downtime, modern classics will definitely hit the mark be it a much-coveted camel

coat or a pair of classic men’s-inspired brogues; it’s chic simplicity at its best.There is nothing understated though in the flamboyant and magical creations of Milliner extraordinaire Stephen Jones as our cover model Erin O’Connor proves donning one of his pieces. He and London-based designer L’Wren Scott shared their pearls of fashion wisdom when they sat down with us to talk books, Barbies, and sweet wrappers; it’s true

inspiration takes on the weirdest of forms! For some added glamour, we simply needed to add some in, and in preparation for Doha’s Jewellery and Watch exhibition next February, we narrowed down our picks of the most lavish jewels to shine in. Our interview with Chopard’s Co-President Karl-Friedrich

Scheufele had us also exploring the world of luxury, with dreamy diamonds and beautiful timepieces.

Finally, this month’s star, world-renowned Soprano Sarah Brightman, gave us a candid look into her life away from the stage, sharing her obsession with space and dreams of

traveling beyond earth.It is an issue with a brilliant mix of high fashion and luxury that perfectly symbolizes an

exciting new year. Enjoy!

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STYLE20 The Hotlist22 Effortless Chic24 Fashion of the Stars26 Animal Magnetism28 Flora & Fauna30 Le Smoking

FaShiOn34 Camel Lot36 Mind the Gap

wOmEn TaLking40 Breaking New Grounds

cELEbriTY ScOOp42 Sarah Brightman

bEauTY66 Beauty Buzz67 Celeb Beauty Secrets70 Spa Review71 New Year New You

arT&cuLTurE76 Art Corner

dining74 Venue Review

mOTOring78 Rolls Royce Phantom

ShOpping82 Hotpicks85 Where to Buy

SOciETY86 An Enchanting Evening88 Women Only89 Luxurious Celebrations

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shopping spREEWe picked the top looks and accessories in Qatar’s hottest shopping spots, bringing you the must-have items you should have now on your shopping list! We’ve also added a Where To Buy section to make your shopping experience easier.


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ExcEptional ElEgancEThis one-of-a-kind platinum and diamond belt bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels merges geometric refinement with captivating radiance. It is designed as a pavé-set diamond belt buckle enhanced by lines of larger circular-cut diamonds, and baguette-cut diamond sides. A beautiful piece and the epitome of luxuriant glamour.

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2Fashion Prowess It’s imperative for every woman to have that perfect LBD in her wardrobe. This sleeveless tulle and tafetta Nina Ricci black dress features a shallow asymmetric V-neck, an A-line waist, asymmetric ruching throughout and a deep v-neck at the back that gives the dress a sensual look.

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This petite calfskin satchel from Marc Jacobs features an antique silver top zip with monogramed push-lock clasp and a detachable cross body strap. Bag it for everyday errands and nighttime playfulness.

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Quirky meets quilted in these Western-style boots

from Versace. This beauty is crafted in leather with hand-applied studs that

highlight Versace’s vision of edgy luxury. Punctuated

with metal accents, an embellished toe cap and a

shiny metal stiletto heel, this is the epitome of punk chic.

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Effortless chic

The coach holiday collection embodies effortless new York style and is marked by the undeniably

appealing fresh take on what today’s woman really wants. Every piece radiates quality and sensibility while the rich fabric offers ease of

movement and undeniable presence.

“An undeniably appealing fresh

take on what today’s woman really wants.”

thE laRgE clutchablEin lEopaRDWith the polish of an evening clutch and the capacity of a day bag, this striking foldover design has an easy and elegant sensibility. Crafted in extra-fine, leopard-print haircalf and smooth glove-tanned leather, its sophisticated silhouette has two separate compartments.

thE laWREncE hEElThe elegant low heel returns for Winter in an utterly refined, retro-inspired design. Lustrous in polished calfskin with gleaming custom hardware, the Lawrence Heel is crafted with all the hallmarks of luxury shoemaking, including leather soles and soft leather linings.

thE sYDnEY hEElWith its modern take on a retro statement heel,

this striking pump is distinguished by clean lines and an architectural attitude. Polished

calf leather detailed with gleaming Coach hardware gives it an air of drama; hand-

worked leather soles and linings finish it with classic luxury.

thE boRough bag The Borough Bag, the centerpiece of the new collection, is multi-functional and ideal for the woman on-the-go with three top zippers and a detachable strap. This new every day staple is available in a luxurious marobox or pebbled leather in three sizes: mini, medium and large.


Hilary SwankActress Hilary Swank came out to

support her good friend Mariska Hargitay who received a star at The

Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Hilary looks gorgeous in this

pale pink Tory Burch Liv Dress in Blush Champagne from the Fall 2013

collection with gold sequin-embellished collar and shoulders.

STYLE

Freida PintoActress Freida Pinto stepped out looking all boho to celebrate the opening of the new Coach store in Madrid. Pinto pulled together an eclectic ensemble and looks stunning in a Hoss Intropia casual black blouse, high-waisted oxblood trousers and a heavily embellished vest. With trousers bearing individual flower-shaped beads sewn around the waistband, and a vest accented with studs, she completes the look by accessorising with a Coach ‘The Clutchable’ clutch and a black pair of Mary Jane Pumps.

Fashionof theStarsThese celebs are bang on trend and they provide inspiration for your stylish new look for 2014!

Kate BosworthThe American actress, model and singer Kate Bosworth was spotted at the Los Angeles airport looking chic and casual. Wearing high-raise skinny jeans and a striped tee, Kate works the look with an oversized denim shirt worn open paired with black ankle boots. We just love her standout Burberry heart print calfskin tote.


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should be wearing in 2014!

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a calm and refreshing palette for the new season, embrace the softer side of sartorial life with camel-coloured pieces for instant chic-ness.

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camel goes with everything but we love it with black, white and grey. don’t hold back and invest now, this is a timeless shade that you’re guaranteed to wear forever.

STYLE

From warm toffee tones to sweet honey shades, whatever your complexion, there’s a camel hue for you. blondes should always go for a darker shade while brunettes should stick to lighter tones to offset their rich manes.

Light tanned accessories will add instant glamour this winter.

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bright, bold and fashionable. big name designers are bridging the gap between church and state this season with their regal and papal-inspired aesthetics.

The ‘Church and State’ trend has made a loud entrance on many runways – think communion-style gowns, cardinal robes and couture dresses.Say goodbye to leather trousers or mini skirts, this style is all about being as glamorous as ever with crisp whites, rich golds, royal reds, blues and greens - the key colours this season.

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This trend combines materials such as chiffon, lace, satin and silk for that classic look. if you’re not a fan of the maxi, wear a mini with a peplum or petticoat bottom; or team it with knee-high boots for that

fun gothic princess look.

Complete your look with a classic bun or plait, a box clutch and you’re ready to go.

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Valentino Haute Couture

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InspIrIng MIndsWith the fashion scene slowly growing here in Doha, two of the hottest names in the industry, L’Wren Scott and Stephen Jones, descended on the capital to present a retrospective of their work at Mathaf and share pearls of fashion

wisdom with Ohlala’s Josie Hill during a fashion event at VCu-Qatar.IMagEs by SHAMEER @ CREATIVE DESIGN

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L’Wren Scott


“My parents taught me about work and the importance of education and my mother said if you want something in life you have to go out and work for it, it’s not going to find you,” says L’Wren Scott during an intimate conversation with fashion students and fans in Doha.

Despite her parents not supporting her chosen career path, the advice her mother gave her is something that she has always stuck by and underscores why she has got where she is today. For L’Wren, there was never any doubt in her mind about what she wanted to do. She says: “From a very young age I was obsessed with clothes.” Aged eight she made clothes for her Barbie and then started her first foray into business by selling the clothes she made to her neighbours. Later, she accidentally fell into modelling after a photographer asked to shoot her and she realised that “it wasn’t that hard work and (she) could make money from it”, which would help her start out as a designer.

So after years honing her talents as a stylist and designer, L’Wren opened her own label in 2006. Since then her clothes have found form in the likes of some very famous names including Madonna, Angelina Jolie, Uma Thurman, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy and Michelle Obama.

Long-term friend and collaborator the milliner Stephen Jones, whose hats were matched with outfits by L’’Wren during the Doha Fashion Exchange, says that he was a “late starter”.

“I think fashion found me and not the other way round,” he adds, “but after my first day in the hat making department I realised that that was what I wanted to do. And if there is one thing to learn is that you should always enjoy it. And I always have.”

L’Wren has some tried and tested advice for future fashion entrepreneurs looking to make their way into the industry. “I take my inspiration from anything, from nature and art and especially books, I am a great book lover. But most importantly,” she advises to anyone with a creative block of sorts, “is I always have a notebook with me so I can write down ideas, because if you don’t write them down you will forget them.” Stephen has his own unique way of inspiring his creations: “I have a carrier bag and every day I put one item in it, whether it’s a sweet wrapper or a train ticket, it can be anything. Then at the end of the month I tip it all out and most of it is a pile of rubbish but there may be one thing that gives me an idea.”

Roudha Center in Qatar was involved in developing and guiding Qatari fashion designers who took part in the Qatar UK Fashion Exchanges in both countries. L’Wren Scott, Stephen Jones and Nicolas Kirkwood, who participated in the Qatar UK fashion event at Mathaf have announced they will be taking on three of the Roudha Center’s fashion designers as interns at their fashion houses.

“In fashion you need to be fearless, to make bold choices and to own your own

bravery.” L’wren Scott

L’Wren Scott

L’Wren Scott


WOMEN TALKiNG

breaking new Ground in QatarOhlala!’s Josie hill sits down for a one on one with the anti-doping Lab Qatar’s new director of marketing and communications mashael al ansari who shares how she got to the top.

were either male or female. And attitudes were very different towards women working in male dominated industries like oil and gas.”

Although friends and family discouraged her from taking up a job offer to work at QAPCO, she counted on her father’s support and took the job anyway, driving herself to Mesaieed every day and working in a male environment.

“It was difficult,” she recalls, “I used to wear Doc Martins and some of the men disapproved and would say how did her parents let her work in Mesaieed. I had one guy who said I will not report to you, I will not report to a woman. I struggled a lot but I had two really nice bosses who gave me all the support. Now more women are working for oil and gas

companies, and now when I interview men for jobs they have no problem having a female boss so mentalities are changing, and today work places are generally mixed.”

Mashael says that Her Highness Sheikha Moza made a real difference, and she made what was unacceptable, acceptable; and today Qatari women compete for the same jobs as men in every field.

Mashael who won the Arab Business Award at the ITP Women’s

Awards in 2012 and sat on the judging panel for the 2013 Awards is “so in awe of this new generation of Qatari women,” adding, “people now are so much more cultured and globally aware and it’s nice to see that.”

Qatari women don’t come bolder and braver than Mashael. As the first Qatari manager woman to work for one of the oil and gascompanies in Mesaieed,

she led the way for other women to enter the industry and proved that with hard work, ambition and determination in the face of obstacles, women can do it all and have it all.

Now working as the Director of Marketing and Communications at the Anti-Doping Lab in Qatar; overseeing the project from its very beginnings to its official launch as a fully operational lab, this mother of five gives credit to her parents, husband and family who have “supported her through and through.”

As someone with a true global perspective, having grown up as an ambassador’s daughter living in Germany, Japan and then Saudi Arabia, Mashael returned to Qatar aged 19 to pursue her education in Qatar University.

“A lot has changed since then,” says Mashael, “when I started working in 1999 work places

“Today the new generation of women

in Qatar is doing some amazing things. And

people now are so much more cultured and globally aware

and it’s nice to see that.”

“when i started working in 1999 work places were either male or female. and attitudes were very

different towards women working in male dominated industries like

oil and gas.”

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iNSiDE LOOK

LiTTLE bLack bOOk

This month’s business-savvy lady, Frances Robinson, reveals her fashion

must-haves, style icons, and more…

What do you wear to feel confident?skinny dark blue Jeans, black vest, black

blazer and heels will do it for me. They’re my fail-safe pieces.

Who is your style icon?Definitely Victoria Beckham.

Whose closet do you covet?When I was in the UK it was my

nana’s wardrobe, she has some amazing vintage skirts and jewellery that I would

always borrow.

Favourite shopping spot in Doha?Probably Villaggio - you get the biggest

mix of shops there.

Signature scent?Marc Jacobs Lola is my favourite.

Top three beauty essentials?Hair rollers, a bright lipstick

and a good mascara.

Resolutions for 2014?Other than the normal lose 20lbs,

I would like to have as much fun as possible with the people I love.

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SarahBrightman

Internationally renowned Soprano Sarah Brightman, who pioneered the classical

crossover music movement and has sold more than 30 million records globally, shares her vision for inspiring a new world order with

Ohlala!’s Josie Hill.

Chasing Dreams


known for her exceptional musical talents, for being discovered by and then married to the famous British composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, and more recently for spending £20million on a proposed trip into space, Sarah is nothing short of exceptional.

Brightman, who began her career as a member of the dance troupe Hot, made her jump to stardom with her West End musical theatre debut in Cats. She went on to star in several West End and Broadway musicals, including The Phantom of the Opera.

After retiring from the stage she resumed her music career with former Enigma producer Frank Peterson, but this time as a classical crossover artist. Brightman is often credited as the creator of this genre and is considered among the most famous performers, with


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worldwide sales of more than 30 million records.

Now, on top of her success on stage and her upcoming space mission, Sarah has recently been nominated as a UNESCO Artist for Peace.

She says: “It was a wonderful thing, I felt experienced as a person at the age that I am so I felt that this was something that I could fulfil. We are chosen as artists because we travel around the world and are constantly in the public eye, so we can help spread the name of UNESCO, and highlight it›s work.”

She adds: “This has been interesting for me because by travelling to space I am also hoping that I can bring focus to areas of the earth that I will see from that perspective, such as deforestation, plastic pollution in the ocean, and war zones. It’ll be an eye-

opener and reminder to people of what is happening on our planet.”

So why the focus on space travel and where does it come from? “I grew up in the 1960s and it was a time when everyone was talking about space exploration. Physicists were very relevant at that time, and I started to get interested in how many women were working in this area. I realised that they still make up a small percentage in the sciences in general so I set up various funds to help women who are studying these subjects to further their education.”

Sarah’s passion for music and love of the outer hemisphere and the physics of life are seen clearly on her Dreamchaser album cover with its huge amazing sky-like star-covered backdrop.

Sarah speaks about working with the composer Mike Hedges and the violinist and cellist Sally Herbet on the album

Dreamchaser.“I’ve known Mike since I was 18, but this is the first album that I’ve

collaborated with him. I was interested to see what would happen because I knew that his experience as an engineer and a producer would be good in helping me create the right soundscape and to bring all these pieces from different times and genres together.”

Sarah describes herself and Mike as similar, both having a “gothic” and a “spiritual” soul.

She says: “As soon as we started working I knew that this would be a challenging but very good journey that we would take together, and it has been.”

Sarah also gives credit to Sally Herbet who she says: “works very well with classical musicians in creating wonderful arrangement – as well as understanding totally the rock and pop world that we are often working within.”

Dreamchaser, which many critics consider to be Brightman’s strongest work to date,

reached No. 1 on the Classical Crossover Albums chart making it the seventh album for world renowned Soprano to reach this chart.

For details and tickets visit www.sarahbrightman.com

“Mike has a gothic soul and a spiritual soul and so have I so I knew

that we would work well together.”


Urban romance Enter the Lanvin studio, a laboratory of emotions in which fabric express stories told in sparkling letters – on a medallion or on a belt buckle spelling out ‘help’, ‘cool’, ‘hot’ or ‘Love’ like a glittering talisman.


Urban romance


Bags, petal-coloured lace-ups and stilettos studded

with diamanté glisten in the night.


in the midst of snow and fog, the sound of an

orchestra invited women to sparkle and wear their

softest silk dresses wrapped under masculine

overcoats.


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metallic totes and two-toned heels – fall in love with this season’s most seductive

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what do you get when you team one of fashion’s darlings with Hollywood’s

sole king? A match made in heaven! That’s what online shopping haven Net-

a-porter got when the two teamed up to design a capsule collection of three

limited eveningwear shoes to be sold exclusively on its website.

The result is a fresh look at footwear seen through the eyes of two of fashions most influential

designers. The collection, which compromises of three styles, infuses opulent detailing with

simple yet striking super-high silhouettes. There’s the standout Art Deco number with crystal

baguettes, a gold embroidered chain mail pair, and a kingfisher blue sandal edged with gold.

All feature delicate transparent PVC, which beautifully panel the outline of the shoes.

The styles stay true to the glamorous style of both Antonio Berardi and Rupert Sanderson, all

are extremely elegant yet powerful and sexy.

accESSOrY SpOTLighT

what a pairCouturier Antonio Berardi joins forces with

British shoemaker Rupert Sanderson on an exclusive

footwear collection available at net-A-Porter.

Rupert Sanderson for Antonio Berardi will be available exclusively at

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Clean, two-tone shades give sleek a new meaning this winter, with accessories

being key to rocking this trend.

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all that Sparkles

With Doha’s Jewellery and Watch exhibition next month, we’ve narrowed

down our picks of the most lavish pieces to shine in.

DAViD morris Show-stopping pieces are a

trademark of the London-jeweller who celebrities flock to for red

carpet events.

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Dior HigH JeWellery whimsical and magical, this stunning pair is why people have been adorning themselves for years in Dior’s finest creations.

cArtierFrom exquisite watches to stunning jewels, the house of cartier has become synonymous as the jeweller to go to when in need of glamour.

timePieces beautiful watches are as much a worthy investment as beautiful jewellery is. These stunning watches are the creation of a combination of exceptional workmanship and exquisite adornings.

bUlgAri The epitome of glamour, the diva collection takes its name from the movie stars who wore bulgari jewels during the glamorous 50s and 60s, including ava gardener, Elizabeth Taylor and, Sophia Loren.

moUAWAD paying tribute to love

and romance, the Love m collection is fun and versatile embracing the concept of affordable luxury perfect for the modern day woman.

cHAUmet chaumet’s latest collection of high

jewellery, hortensia, exudes a very feminine

offering celebrating hydrangeas, a flower

rarely immortalized in jewellery form.


a tradition of excellence

Ohlala! sat down with karl-Friedrich Scheufele, the man behind chopard, to talk about

timepieces, the middle East and, of course, his vintage car collection.

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Model Cara Delevingne in Chopard


A favourite amongst Hollywood celebrities, Chopard is not only famous as the jeweller to the stars, but also as the jeweller to Royalty, and that includes those from our

region. Their presence in the Middle East dates back almost 50 years, and the brand has since built a bevy of clientele who only go to the Swiss luxury jeweller when it’s glamour they’re looking for.

Founded by Louis-Ulysse Chopard, the Swiss watchmaker brought the blend of artistry and functionality to beautiful timepieces, and soon had Chopard’s watches gain a solid reputation among enthusiasts and buyers on an international base. In 1963 the luxury brand changed hands when Karl Scheufele, descendant of a dynasty of watchmakers and jewellers from Pforzheim, Germany, bought Chopard. Since, under the driving force of the Scheufele family, Chopard has experienced spectacular development, becoming world renowned for its creativity, its state-of-the-art technology and the excellence of its craftsmen. Nowadays Chopard is pursuing a time-honoured family tradition, producing spectacular timepieces and stunning jewellery.

Today standing behind the controls of the house is Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, the co-president of Chopard, who has proven time and again just how much he reveres classic watch-making and sharing his passion with this side of the world. “I remember the first time my father came to the region, it was

about 45 years ago,” says Scheufele, “Now we have over 70 points of sale with our top markets being Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait.” Here in the capital, the brand has noticed that two of their lines have grown to become the most popular - the quintessence of style and elegance, the Imperial line has proven a favourite amongst the ladies, while the Classic Racing line has quite a large male following. Scheufele says: “The Qatari client is always looking for something interesting, new and different so it’s challenging for us and we like it. They are quite the sophisticated buyer.” And to please such a buyer the Swiss brand offers their services to create bespoke pieces, giving clients the chance to create their own visions while still sticking to the DNA of the brand. These days in the Middle East the brand has found itself up against quite a few competitors, but as Scheufele put it “Competition is great, it makes you strive to be better.” And we couldn’t agree more.

Having moved up the luxury ladder, Chopard now stands at the top - leaders of their market. More than fifty years after his father Karl Scheufele purchased Chopard, the family tradition at the Swiss manufacture is stronger than ever with collectors and those interested in watch-making turning to them for the best timepieces. A collector himself of watches as well as antiques, Scheufele has managed to find himself an even bigger, pricier, hobby. “I collect and race classic cars,” he says with a sly smile, “I’ve lost track of how many cars I have now, even my wife doesn’t know about quite a few of them – I think though that’s for the best.” The avid collector also belongs to both the Aston Martin and Bentley club, and prefers classic cars more than modern cars. And with such fervor, it’s not difficult to see that for Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, haute horlogerie is in his blood, where he has brought passion and a collector’s eye to Chopard.

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The pearl, porto arabia, parcel 5, unit 131

Actress Kate Beckinsale in Chopard


From big red lips to sensational scents –

here are the beauty must-haves of the season.

The beauty Files

Marc by Marc Jacobs


Highlight those lips with a bold red shade of lipstick and similar shade of lip liner.

For dramatic eyes and a bold red pout, opt for Olivia Palermo’s look at the Christian Dior Fall-

Winter 2013 catwalk at Paris Fashion Week. Looking absolutely stunning on the front row, you

can copy her style with this beauty guide.

bEauTY

Get the LookThe High-Drama Glam Look

2For a gorgeous glow during winter, swap your bronzer for a pretty pink blush. This flattering shade evokes youth and freshness.

Sport dramatic eyes by swiping this eyeshadow trio’s middle colour all over your lids. For an extra-luminous look, dab the lightest shade onto the brow bone and inner corner of the eyes.

3

Smudge a kohl pencil onto your upper lash line to create a base. This will help the liquid liner last longer and will fill in any gaps between lashes.

4

1Dewy skin, just

perfect…To achieve great

complexion, apply light-medium BB

cream powder foundation to even

out the skin tone and effectively

absorb sebum to control shine all

day long.

Define the eyes by gliding a liquid eyeliner

to complete the dramatic eye makeup and amp your lashes

by using a volumising mascara.

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ring in the new Year with a fresh new look with this season’s latest beauty essentials.

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beauty buzz

he The shampoo, mask, blow-dry oil

& double serum ensures intense

softness

galactic magis

Introducing chanel Nuit magique - chanel’s new

range of nail polish colours that infuse some galactic

magic into dark winter hues. The blue shade –

‘magic’ looks like the sky at daybreak; whilst the black shade – ‘cosmic’, sparkles with blue and silver pearl.

capping off the intense look is the collection’s liquid

eyeliner with subtle silver specks that make your eyes

pop beautifully.

liss-it upusing the Keratin oil complex technology, L’oreal Professionnel’s Liss unlimited, channels the benefits of Pro-keratin, Kukui and evening Primrose oil. This is a must-have for super soft tresses.

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DREamSpritz on a scent that

combines violet, currant and sandalwood.

Inspired by the Glam Victoria’s Secret runway

supermodels, this dazzling VS Angel Dream definitely

makes an entrance with luscious, radiant fruits,

dazzling the crowd with a bouquet of enticing florals

and a rich warmth of sultry woods and musk.

hollywood glamThis season, Bobbi Brown brings you ‘Old Hollywood’, a collection that celebrates the glitz and glamour of iconic American screen sirens. This sultry collection ensures you will always be red-carpet ready. Introducing the Limited Edition Old Hollywood Eye Palette with nine shades, lip colour and lip gloss, pen style eyeliner, Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick in three shades and nail lacquers and glitter polishes.

Skincare RevolutionSephora’s new generation BB cream, the cc cream, acts as an all-in-one moisturiser and concealer that smoothes, protects, provides coverage and evens out skin tone, plus it retexturises the skin, corrects blemishes and leaves the complexion looking fabulous,


Celebs›beauty Secrets

KeLLy cLARKSoN“This is a cult fave for a reason. The creamy texture melts into skin and smells so delicious, no greasy residue left behind.”

BecKI NeWToN“Enhance your

natural lashes by tracing this clear serum along your

lashline before bedtime.”

JuLIANNe HougH“It’s great for dark circles, it hides redness around your nose and sallow circles under your eyes. With a swipe of this pen, the brush tip gets into tiny creases for just the right amount of coverage.”

NIKI TAyLoR“It leaves my face very fresh and

natural. Creamy cleansers like this one, won’t strip away your natural oils, even if you have a tendency to

dry out from face washes.”

These celebrities are naturally gorgeous so feel free to take a leaf out of their beauty secret journals.


it’s not only our faces us women like to paint, nail care is also an essential part of every discerning women’s beauty regime. we chat with Joey brown, hailed as a top technical authority within the 7.3 billion dollar professional nail care industry, about what’s hot this season.

Words by KIRSTy EDWARDS-HARRIS

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The painted Lady

makeup and hair when I was a little girl… And the fashion industry seemed so exciting.How did you get into the beauty industry?JB. When my children were little. We moved to a ski area and I wanted to do something different, so I went to Cosmetology School and became a hair-dresser and nail technician.Can you explain more to us about the OPI brand?JB. This has been a family owned company coming from the dental industry. All products have been carefully selected to insure that our clients are wearing the safest, most up to date technology that continues to evolve.What makes OPI different from other nail care brands?JB. Our commitment to our industry. We follow fashion, so whatever fashion is showing on the runway, we try to coordinate or accentuate the nails like a fine piece of jewelry.What are the nail care must-buys this season?

JB. The top five – Nail Lacquer (seasonal), Treatments, Moisturising Lotions, Cuticle Treatments, Base and Top Coats, plus quick drying products.What’s does a good nail care routine consist of?JB. Pushing back the cuticle after the bath or shower. Apply a base coat, two coats of nail lacquer, followed by a top coat. Then every 2 days, reapply the top coat over your nail lacquer; this will refresh your colour and keep it from chipping. After one week, start over again. Then before you go to bed at night and first thing in the morning – moisturise (this can never be too much). What should women look for when choosing a nail care brand?JB. One that is long-lasting. Most polishes are just that – simply a colour that you might have to apply three or four coats to get the colour from the bottle. And will chip in one or two days.

highly revered within the nail care industry, Joey Brown is also the “International Spokesperson” of the California-

based OPI Products Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of professional nail care products.

Her intrinsic artistic ability led Joey to experimenting within various creative fields and ignited her passion for the fashion and beauty scene, where she has made a global impact.

Having travelled worldwide teaching, training and inspiring nail technicians and industry sales consultants to achieve their highest professional goals, her many years of experience in sales, marketing and as a salon owner, allow her to speak from experience on a broad range of topics.

Joey offers Ohlala! readers essential tips drawn from her wealth of experience.As a little girl, what did you want to be when you grew up?JOEy BROWN. Something that would let me show an artistic ability, I experimented with


Spa rEViEw

Turning back Time

with a new year to begin, doha marriott Spa’s indul-gent micro retinol treatment is the perfect antidote to post-

party skin.

WITH a PROMISE to rejuvenate dull January skin in just one treatment we were more than excited to head over to our 10.30 am appointment with Head Therapist, and skin whiz, Ms. Racquel Beltra. A quick tour of the spa and all skin details taken, Racquel explained the treatment. Increasingly women of a certain age- yes we said it, find that their skin shows signs of fatigue, and loses its overall freshness. The Micro Retinol treatment, which has recently been introduced, is a six-step one-hour treatment to turn back the clock. For

Do’s

Dont’s

1.Remember to wear sunscreen after this treatment, but only 40 minutes after

using the moisturizer, preferably a micro – retinol moisturizer.

2. Prepare your skin for the treatment by using a micro-retinol moisturizer 2-3

times a week.

1. Avoid sun exposure.2. Not to be done during pregnancy

and breast-feeding.3.Do not do microdermaabrasion or

any other peeling treatment for at least a month.

really good results one must do five sessions, but after our single treatment we were very happy with the results. Racquel starts off by cleansing the skin of any makeup with a cleanser, specifically designed for our dry skin. She then applied a light toner before applying the Micro- Retinol Essential peel with a brush. This peel consists of Retinol, Lactic Acid, Glyolic Acid. The Peel is applied for only seven minutes and gives off a tingling sensation all over the face.

The process is then followed by a quick wipe of the skin with very cold wet towels to stop the peel from continuing its work. You cannot over do the peeling process; otherwise it’ll leave the skin red and itchy. She then applied a Micro – Retinol Essential Serum- which had a refreshing smell of lemons and orange. This was applied for a total of three minutes using gentle strokes, and was followed by a Micro – Retinol Essential Mask.We were treated to a wonderful shoulder massage while the mask dried, then had another set of cold wet towels on our face. It’s important to remember that there is a continuous use of cold towels, so as to stop the process of the peeling.

The result? Beautiful skin that felt well and truly lifted. We would definitely suggest giving this a try!

Micro Retinol Treatment, QR420/60 mins. Call 4429 8520 for information & bookings.


Spa rEViEw

nEw YEar, nEw YOu!indulge in some much-needed me-time with three of the top treatments

around town.

EForEa spaWhere: hilton Doha What: Warm up treatmentGet your tired and worn-out body a bit of much needed R’n’R with this winter must-have treatment. Eforea Spa will get you in the zone with a 60-minute Hot Stone Massage using warm aromatherapy oils and heated volcanic stones. After you’ll be treated to a 30-minute Hot Oil Head Massage to keep your body warm and to stimulate body circulation. Call 4423 3443 for more information and bookings.

JaULa spa and CLUb Where: grand hyatt Doha What: Jaula haute treatmentPlump post-holiday skin with an intense rejuvenating facial that’ll make you shine in 2014. The Jaula Haute treatment offers 90 minutes of concentrated facial, eye and décolleté treatments with a special customized facial treatment based on skin type. You also get a complimentary 30-minute reflexology treatment and can even share the experience with your loved one in the couples VIP room.Call 4448 1064/1056 for more information and bookings.

sIX sEnsEs spaWhere: sharq village & spaWhat: flawless Diamond face treatment

Six Senses Spa have paired their two best facial brands to give you the most flawless facial experience yet! Using their Amala premium brand, enjoy a 50-minute mineralizing facial followed by a 30-minute painless luxury treatment using Axolene Oxygen Facial by Intraceuticals. The Flawless Diamond Face is guaranteed to have you leavingthe spa with skin that looks instantly younger.Call 4425 6999/6995 for more information and bookings.


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Rolls Royce Phantom

A truly elegant and luxurious driving experience.

The Rolls Royce Phantom oozes sophisticated luxury; every single handmade detail of this automobile is pure perfection. The epitome of elegance, Rolls Royce has once again stayed

true to their motto “take the best and make it better”, just looking at this car brings a smile to your face and gives you a sense of what ultimate luxury feels like.

The sheer size and sleek long body of the Phantom give it a notable presence; wherever

you go, heads turn and other drivers keep their distance. From the first sound of the door opening and the aroma of the interior leather and wood, driving the phantom is truly an experience.

Sliding into the amazingly soft, hand-stitched leather seats, with your feet comfortably snug on the plush wool and leather floor, a plethora of chrome switches and controls concealed in the arm rest allows you to adjust your seat and steering wheel to be perfectly comfortable for you, the push of a button to start the V12


engine (which from inside the car is almost silent), then you’re ready to look out across the long super polished bonnet to the hand carved crystal angel that guides your way – this is luxury.

The back seats of the Phantom feel like a private lounge with the signature Rolls Royce touches, sumptuous large leather seats, an enormous amount of legroom, and that super plush wool and leather flooring again. Controls for all the stereo and temperature settings allow

you to be chauffeured around with your music and climate to your exact liking.

The signature old school style thin steering wheel and steering column mounted gear lever give a nod to the original Rolls Royce styling, however the technology behind both of them is most definitely not old school. Initially, I was nervous as to how I would manage to steer the Phantom, which is a 5 metre long, 2.5 tonne giant of a car, however the incredibly

smooth steering and completely unnoticeable gear changes immediately calmed me, even completing a tight U-turn felt simple. And parking is a breeze, with a very impressive parking camera system which ingeniously (I couldn’t quite get my head around how) gives a birds eye view of the car and its surrounding to help guide you perfectly into even the tightest of spaces (although when you pulling up in a Phantom I’m sure the Valet parking would be more than happy to help you wherever you go!)

With all this luxury let’s not forget what’s under the hood, the 6.57L V12 engine with 453-brake horsepower, the Phantom is not just a car to take for a Saturday drive. Clocking zero to 100-kilometres per hour in 5.9-seconds, not that you feel it from the inside even when the accelerator is down, the incredibly quiet interior feels nothing but calm, luxurious serenity.

The Rolls Royce Phantom is truly the best of the best, and somehow they have made the best even better. A truly elegant and luxurious driving experience.

“Rolls Royce has once again stayed true to their motto ‘take the best and make it better.’”


Looking for a full-scale Ottoman feast? katara favourite, Sukar pasha, is offering a taste of traditional culture through its food

making it the destination to hit for a slice of Turkey.

Ottoman wayThe

IMAGES By ABSHAR @ CREATIVE DESIGN


dining rEcipE

a katara cultural village gem, sukar pasha is must-visit if it’s ottoman flair you’re looking for. Drawing on traditional Turkish influences,

the hotspot offers traditional ottoman cuisine at its best with delicately spiced dishes, in recipes dating back to the 16th Century and first conceived in the kitchens of the Imperial Palace. the rich interiors mirror the fantastic food; lush sofas and plush woven textiles sit perfectly under beautifully hand-painted ceilings and glamorous chandeliers – all worthy of a sultan. looking for a seat with a view? the restaurant’s terrace boasts panoramic sea views of Westbay and the skyscrapers of Doha, with comfortable lounge-like seating perfect for enjoying the al fresco dining. Helping in running the Ottoman haven is sous chef musa akatay who, along with a wonderful team of 30 professional turkish kitchen cooks, creates the delectable dishes the place has now become famous for. With 23 years of cooking under his belt, chef musa strives at maintaining the unconditional satisfaction of his guests. That’s why from January Sukar Pasha is launching an exciting new menu with even more exciting dishes – from apple surprise to pressed Tomato Fillet, it’s Ottoman cuisine at its best. Here ohlala! scores the recipes for two of the most delicious new dishes prepared by chef musa and his team…

Fresh TomatoFresh basil

Salt & black pepper grape Vinegar

Virgin Olive OilFresh Lemon Juice

Tulum cheesebasil pesto

Seasonal greens for garnishblack cumin Seeds

METHODLay down two peeled seedless tomato fillets into a mould. while layering on top of each other, season

each layer with fresh chopped basil, salt and pepper. place in fridge for at least six hours with a weight on top to compress the tomatoes. Slice as you wish and garnish with seasonal greens then

top with tulum cheese.

boneless whole chicken dry Onion

Salt & black peppercorn dry currants

Fresh basilFresh potato, carrot

garlicbutter

dry cepes mushroomsFresh button mushrooms

METHODSprinkle the boneless spring chicken with salt

and pepper and roll it in the marinade mixture, which is prepared with all the other ingredients

combined. cook the chicken in a 170-degree oven for 90 minutes then once cooked cut round slices

to serve. add boiled and sautéed vegetables on the side and prepare a sauce with chicken stock and

caramelized root vegetables.

PRESSED TOMATO FILLET WİTH HErbs and TULUM CHEEsE

sTUFFEd CHICKEn WITH porCInI MUsHrooM


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Women, Poetry and Art

Take a visit to the Pearl this month to catch the beautiful Andalusian inspired art works by

Jordanian artist Jehad Al-Ameri.ImAge by AbshAr @ CreAtIve DesIgn

Art it seems, is in the blood, and this is certainly true of Jordanian artist Jehad Al-Ameri who counts among his 10 siblings, several professional artists

and poets including himself.Jehad uses a mix of painting and printmaking and a

variety of materials in this exhibition to produce a multi-layered, multi-nuanced effect that draws the viewer in to the intriguing world of Andalusian art and poetry from the Arab era in Spain.

Jehad, who’s PHD from the University of Granada focuses on the relationship between art and poetry, believes that the two are connected. He says: “Their roots are the same, and the soul is the same, but it’s just a different expression of that feeling.”

The multi-layering of his work in Andalusian Curtain, reflects the different times of the past, the present and the two times together. Jehad explains: “The first layer is from the motifs of the Alhambra and the calligraphy of the poems in the past, after that I paint using some modern techniques and when the painting is finished, when people see my artwork is the third time or era - the effect of the two times mixing together.”

The 23 pieces chosen from the exhibition - although all on the same themes of poetry and art and architecture in Andalusia – differ in their colouring, and in the patterns, techniques, media and calligraphy he uses, not to mention the price tags. Several pieces have already sold so if you want one on your wall, you would be advised to go early, before the exhibition concludes on February 1.Andalusian Curtain runs until February 1 at Anima Gallery. For more information vivist www.animagallerylounge.com

The top artistic endeavours in January

MaiaS aLYaMani’S MEMoRiES FRoM SYRiaMemories From Syria will take place on January 9 at the Museum of Islamic Art Atrium at 6pmOne of a series of Chamber Music Concerts at the MIA, the Doha Strong Quartet will come together to play music from Antonio Vivaldi and Júlia Kórodi, a love poem by Solhi Al Wadi, and music by the Qatar Philharmonic’s very own Maias Alyamani - Memories from Syria No. 2. His performances include the traditional classical repertoire and other musical genres including his personal compositions.

PhoTogRaPhic MEdiTaTion on LighT and SPacERadiant will run from January 15 - March 29 at the MIAThe Museum of Islamic Art, in partnership with East Wing, presents “Radiant“, a contemporary photographic exhibition featuring artworks by German artist Antje Hanebeck. The eleven handmade “photogravure” prints on display are her photographic interpretations of the space and architecture of the iconic MIA building. from an artistic point of view.

nUbian and KUFic inSPiREd aRTThe exhibition will be running from january 15 – February 27 at the Gallery at Virginia Commonwealth University in QatarIn his drawings, paintings, sculptures and installations, Sudanese-Egyptian Fathi Hassan experiments with the written and spoken word, exploring the theme of ancient languages erased by colonial domination. With invented, Kufic-inspired scripts, he plays with the symbols, textures and calligraphy of his Nubian heritage to explore the space between graphic symbolism and literal meaning.


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The Shopping `Files


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an EnCHanTEd EVEnIngFor the final leg of the Qatar uK 2013 Fashion Exchange, Doha saw the arrival of some of Britain’s leading designers to its shores.

Art hotspot Mathaf, the Arab Museum of Modern Art in Doha, hosted the fashion party of the year with its “An Enchanted Evening”. Featuring the biggest names from the London fashion scene, from fashion designers L’Wren Scott and Emilia Wickstead to milliner Stephen Jones, footwear king Nicholas Kirkwood and jewellery designer Robinson Pelham, the event included a runway show by the internationally reputed UK-based designers and female fashion entrepreneurs from Qatar’s Roudha Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. The talented Qatari designers, Wadha Al Hajri, Elham Al Ansari, Fathiya Al Jaber, and Hessa Al Mannai, who had all showcased their designs earlier this autumn at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, presented their latest collections for a wonderful audience of the city’s who’s who.


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“Talented Qatari designers showcased their

collections for an excited crowd”


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Doha’s first ever women’s club, Social, had its official launch with an amazing cocktail party for a beautiful group of women at the

W Hotel’s popular hotspot Crystal.

“doha’s biggest ladies only gathering”


LUXUrIoUsCELEbraTIons

An amazing array of luxury items where on display at Opal by Gordon Ramsay in

the St. Regis as part of a special new Year’s Reception hosted by Qatar Luxury network.


MISS OHLALA!

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NEW BEGINNINGS They say a New Year brings new beginnings, so the fabulous team at Ohlala! felt it would be the right moment for my new monthly column to be born. So in order to keep my words honest and free we decided to hide my identity so I can discuss my escapades as a single 20-something girl living in Doha. From this day forward you will now know me as Miss Ohlala! - how sophisticated and allusive don’t you think? If only I could tell my frenemies and my Instagram followers.

Before jumping into a New Year, lets first discuss the best things about 2013. (1) I think you would all agree that removing the roundabouts was a brilliant move. It was painful to live through the construction but now that it’s over it was totally worth it! (2) Leather everything. From boots to dresses and everything in-between 2013 brought leather back in a big way and there is nothing I love more than the edgy yet sexy look of leather… so rock and roll! And don’t tell me its too hot in Qatar because we all know you are always hopping from one hotel to another and haven’t stepped a foot in non-regulated temperature since you moved here. (3) Breaking Bad giving us the best show finale in history. So satisfying! (4) IOS7. Among other quirky details don’t you just love that they call your albums “collections” and your photos “moments”. So sweet.

But 2013 also had some cringe worthy moments as well, that I hope not to see in 2014. (1) Selfies: Not only was a name coined to describe our self-indulgence, the president of the free world takes them at funerals! I was home for Christmas and I kid you not my grandmother excitedly screamed, “Let’s take a selfieeee together”, within the first two minutes I arrived home. With more and more social media outlets coming out I fear that my dream of seeing less selfies may be unrealistic… but let a girl dream. (2) Ombre hair: There is only one reason why

the world could have embraced such a trend and its called laziness! No one loves to get their roots done every six weeks but it doesn’t mean we should stop doing them. Unless you are truly in the fashion world most people down the street or at work probably feel sorry for you because they think you can’t afford getting your roots done. (3) Hating on Miley Cyrus: Give the girl a break! She is not the first or last pop star to run around in their underwear. In the 80’s Madonna was just as shocking and look at her now so motherly and British not to mention one of the richest women in the world. (4) The BBM app. really how necessary was that? Just incase you couldn’t get through to me on sms, whatsapp, FaceTime, Facebook, Twitter, Skype or Viber please also add my pin. Oh please. (5) THAT horrible shapeless skirt that reaches a little over the ankles. The only benefit? You’re covered up enough to go to Villaggio on a whim.

I could go on and on but I am running out of time because I need to get ready for a date with this new hottie. I am ashamed to admit that I am already breaking my one New Year’s resolution: Stop dating men from Al Jazeera English (only correspondents I assure you). Maybe this one will be different? Okay I am lying but this one has the cutest smile I have ever seen. It’s only the first week of the year I have 11 more months to kick this habit. Ta ta, till next time. Miss Ohlala!

iLLuSTraTiOn bY HASSAN HASSAN

The escapades of a single 20-something girl living in doha.

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