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OUR GUIDE TO SURVIVING
THE PARTY SEASON
SINGLE AND LOOKINGstick to the
rules of fl irting
MARRIED OR PARTNERED
hit the town together
FAMILY AFFAIRset the boundaries
early on
THE OFFICE PARTY
mingle but dont muscle in
THE WEALD
61 pages of
FERRARI F12 BERLINETTAis this car really worth 250,000?
the slow roast pork is remarkable: tender, tasty and juicyDORSET ARMS, WITHYHAM
countdown to
CHRISTMASten tips to make it all stress free
CLINT EASTWOODWHAT MAKES HIS DAY?
HOMES, INTERIORS AND GARDENS IN AND AROUND
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37THE FASHIONWinter warmers
with plenty of style
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CONTENTS SO
STRICTLY WEALDEN...
News Cranbrook school bus row 12
Letters Pink touch works for pub 13
Meet the K&ES railway man 18
Calendar Bard at Sinden Theatre 21
All the fun of the apple fair 85
Foodie heaven at the Woolpack 89
Tenterden folk extravaganza 98
HERES WHATS INSIDE YOUR NOVEMBER ISSUE
226
THE TRAVELExploring the wonders of the Azores128
28THE CELEBRITY
Do you feel lucky, Clint? The life and times of a
cinematic icon
THE HOMESA Georgian gem in the heart of the Weald
137
THE FOODTo be served by such a team is a genuine pleasure
206
AUGUST IMAGE
THE MOTORHow to spend 250,000 the Ferrari way226
HELLOHERES WHATS INSIDE YOUR NOVEMBER ISSUE
30THE CELEBRITY
Do you feel lucky, Clint? The life and times of a
cinematic icon
113THE FEATURE
Surviving Christmas our guide to party season perfection
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SO NEWS
12 NOVEMBER 20 14
OUR MONTHLY LOOK AT SOME OF THE LOCAL STORIES MAKING THE HEADLINES
NEWS...Wealden
SCREEN DREAMSTravelling to Ashford or Maidstone to catch the latest blockbuster could soon be a thing of the
past for Tenterden residents. Proposals are underway for a Kino-style cinema in the town, which
will be situated in the town hall. If you talk to local residents, the idea is very well received, says
Architect Siggi Nep who has designed the plans for a boutique cinema. This is an opportune
time for the town council to make use of its assets. They have a fantastic building in the town hall
which is under-utilised. The proposed cinema would be part of the town halls 750,000 revamp
plans, but the council has not yet confirmed what will go into the building.
PLUMPKIN A student at the Bethany School in
Goudhurst has come top of a school grown
your own competition, by producing a
pumpkin weighing a whopping 70kg (154lbs).
Year 10 pupil Cameron Manchester won
first prize after the fruit, which had been
growing for seven months, dwarfed the
other entries. Camerons winning
pumpkin scored high in all categories,
coming in at 70kg in weight, 208cm
circumference and also with a brilliant
diary that showed his dedication to the
whole process, says a spokesperson for
the school. The pumpkins were given an
overall score, being marked on colour,
shape, texture, circumference and weight.
NOT STOPPING Some students in the Weald have a genuine
excuse for being late for class because they
cant get on the school buses. Parents of
Cranbrook School students have been up in
arms because the Arriva number 5 bus, which
serves villages like Hawkhurst and Staplehurst,
is often so overcrowded in the mornings that
schoolchildren are unable to get on.
If the bus service says there will be a bus
they should be providing that service, not
cancelling them and leaving children standing
at bus stops, says a spokesperson for
Cranbrook School. Meetings have been called
with Arriva to try and resolve the situation,
which is also causing issues for children
trying to get home in the evenings.
WILD THINGMost 90-year-olds would probably celebrate
their birthday with a slice of cake and a cup
of tea, but not Daphne Wilson from Northiam.
The outgoing OAP can often be spotted riding
through the village on her white bicycle, so
for her birthday she decided to rock out by
taking a trip on a Harley Davidson alongside
a Hells Angel. Daphne rejected the idea of a
hot air balloon ride, calling it too tame and
instead opted for a more thrilling experience.
AGATHA AUCTIONAn Agatha Christie fan who bought a chest
belonging to the author was shocked to
discover family jewels inside and even more
surprised when the gems raised nearly
50,000 at auction. Jennifer Grant from
Nutley, near Uckfield bought the trunk for
100 but didnt realise there was a diamond
ring and brooch inside. She decided to auction
them and it was estimated she would earn
around 15,000 for the jewellery. However,
during the auction at Bonhams in London,
Jennifer was left astounded as the ring
fetched 21, 875 and the brooch 27,500.
NEWT GOING ANYWHERE Local developers may be disappointed that their
plan for new houses near Staplehurst station
were rejected, but local pond life will be happy
that they can stay put. The field near Georges
Street, which has 12 ponds, is home to
hundreds of wildlife species all would have
been rehomed if the proposed plans for 16 new
houses and flats had gone ahead. Among the
creatures are 22 Great Crested newts which are
protected. Coombe Bank Homes had
suggested the creatures could be captured
over a 60-day period and released away from
the site, but councillors rejected the proposal
due to the concerns over the wildlife.
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LETTERS SO
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Email [email protected] or write to us atSO WEALDEN, Longford House, 19 Mount Ephraim Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1EN
Please be sure to include your full name and address. Letters may be edited for publication.
THIS IS WHERE YOU HAVE YOUR SAY ON WHATS HAPPENING IN OUR PART OF THE WORLD
FARE ENOUGHThank you for telling us in your magazine about the fare loophole (October).I went to Tunbridge Wells railway station and told them I wanted to buy an annual season ticket to Oxted via London, getting off the train in London and not continuing to Oxted. They refused to sell me one so I went to Charing Cross and talked to their ticket offi ce. The chap said he didnt know why they shouldnt sell me
such a ticket and then spent half an hour on the phone obviously talking to his managers. In the end he sold me the ticket which means I saved 328, on the normal TW/London ticket of 4,260.
Jane Walker by email
Ed: We had quite a response to that feature!
SLOW SHOWDont get me wrong, Im all for local residents setting up these speed monitor things in villages and towns, but Im starting to wonder if theyre missing the point. I frequently drive through Hawkhurst and almost every day lately theyve had people out monitoring speeds. All well and good, but they do it so regularly people slow down because they
LETTER OF THE MONTH
PERFECT PINK Anyone who lives in or near Tenterden will know there was recently some controversy surrounding one of the pubs, The Woolpack. After painting the exterior pink there was a backlash with locals up in arms about the new shade. I personally think it looks rather nice and brings a splash of colour to the high street. There are plenty of shabby looking pubs that dont look inviting, but The Woolpack always seems busy so their colour scheme must be working! The pink also makes the Town Halls walls look even whiter, so they should be grateful as surely they wont have to paint it as much now?
Helen Roberts, Tenterden
Ed: We reckon theres nothing wrong with a hint of pink!
TOPICAL TWITTER
Timothy Edward@TimEdwardLiH Right, Im going to drop Alex Salmond a note to ask him to lead the Independence for Hawkhurst Campaign.
Mark Collins@M_C_OLLINS Why cant people put weights away after using them at the gym?! Tenterden is beyond a joke!!
J @bessybrad Saw a man at Sissinghurst today wearing head to toe green checked tweed with no irony whatsoever. Only at the NT
Callum Knowles@Tenterdencallum On the plane about to take off from Las Vegas, only about 13 hours till I am back In Tenterden. Have some exciting new projects to work on
The SilverSquirrel@SSnakehips Had rather a long day speeches, & a tussle with bureaucratic agency, so slipping into my smoking jacket #stargazing #tenterden
Thingumajig Theatre @ThingumaTheatre Lovely warm full house of 230+ at todays matinee @Sindentheatre, Tenterden looking forward to two more shows here!
Rennie@rennie2020 Great WW1 memorial concert in Tenterden Town Hall this evening. Well done all concerned esp Alan O Hagan. Lots of money raised for charity.
Josh Donaghay-Spire@JoshDSpire #Bacchus juices tasting fantastic from last night, exciting to see such potential, esp from older vine block in #Tenterden @ChapelDownWines
Why not tweet us yourself? Well print our favourites @SoMagazines
know theyre there, then speed up straight after!
Alan Johnson, Sandhurst
Ed: At least people do slow down I suppose!
PET PEEVETheres been a lot in the local news lately about people mistreating animals. Theres been dog-napping in Hawkhurst and I dont even want to think about the poor puss who was shot with an air rifl e in Goudhurst and left to die. It just baffl es me that people think its okay to treat animals this way. I have started to volunteer at an animal charity recently and I love spending time with all the creatures that dont have homes, but some of the stories of how they ended up there are horrifi c. People need to realise that animals have feelings and need to be loved and cared for, not mistreated!
Anne Barclay, Staplehurst
Ed: Well said Anne. Lets hope your message gets across.
AWESOME AUTUMNHas anyone else stopped lately to
appreciate the beautiful autumnal
colours we have in the Weald?
The trees are ablaze with reds
and oranges and I for one love the
seasonal change. Im not looking
forward to the next few months
when the winter hits and I have to
sweep up all the leaves though!
Carla Henderson, Sissinghurst
Ed: The countryside is looking lovely at the moment, why not send us a picture if you have one?
TOPICAL TWITTER
Right, Im going to drop Alex
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THE RAILWAY MANA retirement hobby has gone full steam ahead for KESR museum curator Brian Janes
If you have any questions about the Kent and
East Sussex Railway in Tenterden, Brian
Janes is your man. For 14 years hes
undertaken various roles at the station and
theres not much he doesnt know about trains.
People always come to me with the nitty-
gritty questions, the real anorak stuff, he says
with a smile.
After retiring from the Ministry of Agriculture
in 2000 Brian swapped food marketing for
steam trains when he began volunteering at
Tenterden Town station. His first role was
behind the counter in the station shop, before
taking over the running of the Colonel
Stephens museum when curator John Miller
died in 2011.
Its my local railway so when I retired I
thought Id come and help, explains Brian. I
have an interest in history so the museum is
what really fascinates me. Ive never been
called a curator before, but I am now!
From a young age Brian was interested in
railways, confessing that he was a train-spotter
before becoming deeply interested in the
history of trains. However, his connections to
Tenterden and the town tracks can be traced
back generations.
This railway is actually in my blood, Brian
says. My five great uncles worked here and
one of them was actually a very early director
of the Preservation Railway Society.
Brian may be passionate about the line from
Tenterden to Bodiam but one thing hes not
interested in is the thing most people dream of
doing driving the train.
A lot of people always want to drive a steam
train, I mean Ive ridden on a footplate but its
not something I want to do, he admits. Im
interested in the wider social implications, like
why Tenterden wanted a railway. Ive actually
written a book about it.
The book, titled Tenterdens Railway, is due
to be published this winter and tells the story of
how the town came to have the line and its
consequences. Brians thirst for history and
keen eye for detail has led him to write many
articles and booklets on the railway and he
admits he loves investigating.
Id forgotten the joys of research, he says.
In Whitehall you have a hierarchy around you,
but this is like going back to school or university
and doing all the research yourself.
Over the last few years, much of Brians time
and expertise has been taken up with the Cavell
Van. The carriage which carried the bodies of
nurse Edith Cavell who was shot in 1915, Captain
Fryatt and the Unknown Warrior during the
First World War has been Brians baby. In 2010
he helped to restore the carriage and turn it
into a memorial where visitors can pay their
respects to the fallen heroes.
I like to think that were putting a bit more
life back into the stories and are helping people
to remember, says Brian. A lot of people are
deeply moved when they visit it, which is
lovely.
Remembering isnt something Brian
struggles with, as he confesses he has a brain
like a dustbin. I can tell you the history of
everything, even the signal box and where it
comes from, he says. So is there anything he
doesnt know?
You still learn something every day, he
says. When I started here I knew nothing about
the bloke Colonel Stephens who started the
railway, but now Im running the museum and
writing books. I cant be a proper train-spotter
though because I cant always remember the
numbers on the carriages!
www.kesr.org.uk
www.hfstephens-museum.org.uk
I can tell you the history of everything, even the signal box and where
it comes from
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8THFESTIVE PETS
A cat or dog definitely isnt just for Christmas, but if you want to help out some animals in need this winter then what better way to do it than heading to
the Blue Cross in Northiams Christmas fayre? The event, which runs from 10am to 2pm,
will have Blue Cross Christmas cards, calendars and diaries for sale. Therell be mince pies and homemade soup, plus guests can pay a festive visit to the felines who are looking for homes. All funds raised will go to helping the animals in the Blue Cross care too.
5THWESTERHAM GETS FESTIVE
If you want to get an early start on your Christmas shopping while helping a good cause, then head to Westerhams Christmas Fair in aid of Cancer Research. The event, held at the Grasshopper Inn, will be opened by broadcaster
and journalist Nicholas Owen. Once inside, visitors can shop at 50 stalls selling everything from glasswear and ceramics to babywear and leather goods. A food hall full of locally made produce will also be open. The event
begins at 10.30am and entry costs 3. For more information email [email protected]
8THBEACH BALL
Its time to dig out your bow tie or iron your little black dress, because youll need them for Tenterden Town FCs black Tie ball. Held at the London Beach Hotel and Golf Club, the evening
consists of a three-course dinner, dancing and even a little bit of enchantment from a magician. Guests will also be entertained
throughout the night with games and a raffle. Tickets cost 35 per person. The evening
begins at 7pm and carriages are at 11.30pm. To book contact Mike Dewdney on
07929 000 558 or email [email protected]
1STCULTURE CAF
Join Trinity Theatre in Tunbridge Wells when they launch their Jazz and Blues caf. The event, which kicks off at 8pm, will follow the same format as their Comedy Caf, where the auditorium is transformed into an intimate cabaret space so you can get close to the
entertainment. The Jennifer Maslin Trio open the evening, with The Volare Trio headlining. Tickets cost 14, or 16 for the meal deal
ticket, with which guests can enjoy a hot dish. For tickets or more information visit
www.trinitytheatre.net
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8THSEVENOAKS SPARKLESFireworks, shopping, food and fun
Sevenoaks has it all going on this year at its annual firework event. Live entertainment and fun activities will start the evening with a bang at 5pm before the torchlit procession begins at 7pm and the fireworks follow in the field at Dukes Meadow, Sevenoaks School. Stalls will line the High Street and shops will remain open until 9pm. Pre-booked firework display tickets cost from 7 for adults and 4 for
children over four. To book or to find out more visit www.sevenoaksfireworks.co.uk
15THIN GOOD VOICE
A charity concert on behalf of Hospice In The Weald is taking place at St Pauls Church, Rusthall at
7.30 pm. Choirs from both Holmewood House School, Langton Green and Kent College, Pembury will be performing together and singing in a number of
different styles. The second part will consist of Vivaldis Gloria with Kent College and a few numbers from the Chamber Choir of Holmewood House School. Tickets are 10 and include refreshments. To book contact Daphne Streeter on 01892 863 753, email [email protected] or call Winnie Mersh on
01892 862 643.
15THSPOOKY SPRINT
Youd better not be afraid of the dark if you want to take part in the Hop Farms Spooky Sprint. Participants can choose between running 5k or 10k for Parkinsons UK, but theres a twist
the race is run in complete darkness! Runners will only have their way lit by a head torch as they try to complete the course. Running 10K costs 25 and 5k costs 19.
All entrants will receive a head torch, glow-in-the-dark T-shirt and chip timer. A family fun run will also take place, starting at 5pm. To enter,
visit www.parkinsons.org.uk
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Shakespeare, but its specifically the Sinden Theatre in Tenterden where performances will be taking place on Thursday November 13 and Friday November 14. The Shakespeare Schools Festival returns, bringing performances of four of the Bards plays from eight local schools to the theatre. Four different schools will perform
the famous classics each night. The shows begin at 7pm both
nights and tickets cost from 6.50. For more information or to book, call
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29THCASTLE CHRISTMAS
As well as arts, crafts and local food sellers, Sissinghurst Castles Festive Market will be
making merry music when its held on Saturday November 29 and Sunday November 30. Saturday entertainment includes carol singers, while on Sunday the East Grinstead Concert Band performs. The event begins at 11am each day and last admission is at 3.45pm. The market is free to attend, but
normal Sissinghurst Castle admission prices apply. For more information visit
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sissinghurst-castle
28TH CROWBOROUGH CHRISTMAS
To see Santa on his sleigh and take a peek in his grotto, head to Crowboroughs Christmas Cracker. From 4pm to 6pm
the streets will be filled with performers and festive displays, before the Christmas light
switch on really makes Crowborough look merry. As well as getting the land
train to the grotto, theres also the opportunity to enjoy mulled wine or buy some gifts from the many stalls that will be lining the streets. For more information visit www.crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk
16TH ALLS QUIET IN SEVENOAKS
To commemorate the First World War, All Quiet on the Western Front comes to
the Stag Theatre, Sevenoaks. The programme, which includes Vaughan Williams 6th Symphony, has been specially chosen and will be combined
with English poems read during breaks in the music. Delius Double Concerto, composed
in 1917, is the main item of the afternoon. Tickets cost 16 per person and 1 from every
sale will go to the Royal British Legion. The event begins at 3pm. To book tickets,
visit www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk
21STMOOG MUSIC
At just 26 years old, German pianist Joseph Moog has already won an array of awards including Solo Instrumentalist of the Year and now hes bringing his music and talents to Frant Church. Performing classics by Liszt and Beethoven, Joseph will be playing in aid of the churchs conservation fund.
Doors open at 7.30pm and the performance begins at 8pm. Tickets cost 14 and are available from Frant Stores, by calling Paul on 01892 750 665 or by
visiting www.wegottickets.com
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THIS MONTH YOU SHOULD
LISTEN...While working on the hugely successful
Division Bell back in 1993, Pink Floyd
recorded a number of non-vocal tracks
that didnt make it onto the finished
album. A long-standing desire to revisit
these pieces has finally been realised with
Endless River you can hear the results
for yourself when the album comes out
on November 10. The tracks have been
reworked, added to and generally brought
up to date, in this new addition to the
bands catalogue. Available from
www.amazon.co.uk for 10.99
READ...Bestselling author Nick Hornby turns
his insightful eye on the world of 1960s
entertainment in his latest novel, Funny
Girl, out on November 6. The writer
behind Fever Pitch, About a Boy and High
Fidelity introduces us to the cast and crew
of a hit comedy show, from the unhappily
married director to the beloved female
star, Sophie Straw. Theyre having the
time of their lives, but when the script
comes a little too close to home, they
all face a difficult choice. At
www.waterstones.com for 15.19.
WATCH...Featuring a gun-toting racoon and a guy
who looks like a tree, Marvel blockbuster
Guardians of the Galaxy (cert 12) was the
unlikely hit of the summer. After stealing
a powerful orb, adventurer Peter Quill
finds himself pursued through space
by a ruthless villain with his sights set
on mass destruction. In order to save
the universe, Quill must join forces with
a motley crew of misfits as he makes
his big stand against evil. Released on
November 24, the film is available at
www.hmvshop.co.uk priced from 12.99.
MOVE...In a place where every third person is a millionaire, you need to make sure youve got the best pad around. Monacos tallest building, Tour Odon, is set to house 70 luxury apartments, six duplexes and a five-storey Penthouse that comes with its own vertigo inducing rooftop pool, along with a slide that takes you direct from the dance floor to the water. At more than 3,300 sq m
and offering stunning views of the French Riviera, the Penthouse certainly earns its 250million price tag making it the worlds most expensive apartment. Better pick out a suitably glitzy key ring...
www.odeon.mc
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VIEW...Like it or not, Christmas is just around
the corner, so why not get into the
festive mood and start your shopping
in unforgettable style? Head to New
York City this month to pick up your
gifts and you can witness the world
famous Macys Thanksgiving Day
Parade on November 27. This dazzling
spectacle features huge infl atable
characters, marching bands and, of
course, Santa Claus marking the
unoffi cial start of Americas Christmas
celebrations. Four-night packages
at the New York Hilton Midtown,
including access to a VIP parade
viewing area, cost from 1,092 per
person at www.nyctrip.com. First
Class fl ights with British Airways will
set you back a further 3,200 each
but Christmas magic is priceless
BID...Nothing impresses guests like
modern art on the walls, so you
might want to pay a fl ying visit to
Sothebys in the US on November 4.
One of the few Vincent van
Gogh works to be sold during
his lifetime, Still Life, Vase with
Daisies and Poppies was painted
just weeks before he died in 1890
and will make an eye-catching
addition to any sitting room.
Youll need to free up a little
capital though, as the oil on linen
painting is expected to fetch
between $30 and $50million
(thats 18.6 to 31million).
www.sothebys.com
WEAR...With party season coming up fast,
its time to think about glamming up
for all those dance fl oors. Feathers
and faux fur are hot trends for the
season, so bring out the animal in
you with these fabulous shoulder-
grazers. The elegant gold and
rich emerald feather earrings by
Aurelie Bidermann, 445, bring to
mind both an Aztec and 1920s vibe,
making them the ideal statement
jewellery. Wear with a little black
dress and minimal accessories for
maximum impact. Available from
www.my-wardrobe.com
BROWSE...If youre in the mood for some real space age technology, be among the fi rst to treat
yourself to Google Glass. This mind-boggling device allows you to take photos, update
social media, browse the internet and more literally with the blink of an eye, while a bone
conduction transducer sends high quality sound direct to your inner ear. And you neednt
worry about looking like a geek, as hip designer Diane von Furstenberg has designed a
limited edition Glass range for ladies, priced at 1,250. Get yours from Net-a-Porter via
www.veryfi rstto.com or shop for mens versions, costing 1,120, at www.mrporter.com
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BY TACITUS
NOTHING ESCAPES OUR ATTENTION
WHOwell and truly put
their foot in it?
That would be the young woman
who stood in a bar telling friends in a
loud voice how she pulled sickies at work,
made excuses for being late and didnt
really bother when she got into the
offi ce. She then turned to the listening
landlord, pointed to his job ad
on the wall and asked if
she could apply.
WHICHlandlord got in a bit
of a pickle?
The one who was locked out
of her own password-
protected till behind the bar
for half an hour. Seems her
helpful son entered the
password, then disappeared,
only for the till to crash,
leaving the hapless landlady
trying to explain why normal
service was suspended.
Drinks on the house, surely!
WHOmade a real social
faux pas - twice?
Answer: The marketing
man who during the
pre-dinner drinks tried
to eat the sugared
almonds in a dish on the
table - they were small
stones. He then moved
onto the potpourri
believing it to be a form
of Bombay mix.
WHYis this fi anc such
a cheapskate?
Because when he takes
his blonde partner out
for a drink and she asks
for a large glass of wine
(she can easily quaff a
whole bottle) he quietly
requests that the bar
person put a small
wine in a big glass.
Result!
WHICHlocal celebrity is a big
fan of Dawn French?
Simples: TV presenter
Davina McCall, who hangs
out near Wadhurst, readily
admits the comedian would
be her dream dinner date.
I have a girl crush on
Dawn French so big you
wouldnt believe.
I love her so much.
You could sell tickets
to that dinner!
WHOowes her boss a
decent meal out?
That would be the young
lady who recommended her
favourite fi sh restaurant in
Croatia - where the boss
went for his honeymoon.
Only problem was, after the
meal, his new bride suffered
from food poisoning, which
sort of took the edge
off the romance.
WHYis this little lad never
going to tell a fi b?
Because when hes out with
his parents they pass a man
in shorts fi tted with a
prosthetic carbon fi bre leg
after a car crash. The eight-
year-old asks the chap: How
did that happen? Man
replies: I told a lie. Lad
looks mortifi ed. Mum and dad
give the man the thumbs up!
WHYdid this 15-year-old bring the
dinner table chat to a halt?
Because he asked his
mum why she bothered
doing her hair and
putting on makeup when
she was already stuckin
a marriage. Asked why
he still bothered
to look nice, he replied:
Well Im still out there,
Ive still got a life.
Bless him!
WHOneeds to keep more
abreast of the news?
That would be the two
young sales ladies
chatting away in the
offi ce. First one: Who
is it were bombing
now? Second one:
That would be Spain.
Guess thats one way to
stop those foreigners
putting towels on the
poolside loungers!
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I know I should get out more, so I decide to try a trip into Tunbridge Wells for a meeting. Its a disaster.I take my wifes car as shes away and its a
hybrid with a promise of endless miles on
little petrol. I eventually squeeze into
seemingly the last parking slot in the
Crescent Road multi-storey car park, resisting
the invitation to have the car valeted. Primed
by my wife that three hours parking will cost
3, Ive brought some change, but find that
three hours will actually be 3.40 I only
have pound coins and 15p. I therefore put in
4, press the green button and for some
reason receive 1 change and therefore get
two hours parking for 3.
Baffled and bemused, I realise that already
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council have got 60p
out of me for nothing. Also, two hours parking
will not be long enough but now I dont have
enough change to buy another ticket. Oh I
see, I can pay over the phone! In three different
ways even, should I wish! Salvation! And I
might not even be late for my special meeting.
First though, as I dont get out much, I read
the nine penalty Commandments, aka the ways
the council can bring the unwary motorist to
book and relieve him of either 50 or 70
(either amount, its apparently optional) but
with the welcome news that early settlement
would halve this what a relief. I say relieve
him because ladies who shop invariably seem
able to cope with the intricacies of parking and
its charges, whilst mentally multi-tasking.
Fully advised about penalties, I try to pay
over my mobile phone to park for three
hours, having duly noted my location, with
both credit and debit card to hand. Once
connected, Im asked (in a pleasant female
voice remarkably unresponsive to my queries)
for my PIN or my account number. What PIN
number, what account? Concentrate man
theres more to come...
.or press star to select another account,
she says. I press star.
Please enter your 11-digit account number.
Ah, she wants my credit card number. Happy
at this progress, I start to enter it but this is 12
digits! Help! None comes. I try the texting
technique, but the voice pleasant but
impersonal tells me the car registration
matches a different account.
Exasperated, I go to my meeting and discuss
my experience with friends, who say my PIN
number was obviously the one on my debit
card, so I ring again and get out my wallet.
Crisis! My debit card has gone!
I rush back to the car park and am on my
hands and knees beside the ticket machine
when the bank rings me: a lady has just handed
in my debit card! Thank heavens for Tunbridge
Wells honesty! I rush down the road, retrieve my
card and get back to my meeting, where a
friend lends me some coins and I return to the
car park. Flustered, I forget to enter the extra
40p and once again get a ticket for two hours
for 3; another 60p gratis to TWBC, who now
have 6 for my two and three-quarter hours of
parking.
At least, after a very successful meeting, I get
back to my car with a minute to spare. So alls
well that ends well...
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In 1951, fortune smiled on a young
man called Clint Eastwood. The smile
may at first have appeared to be a
frown, however the recent army
recruit was being flown from
Washington to his base in California
when the aircraft ran out of fuel and
crashed into the ocean.
Having survived the impact, Eastwood
and the pilot were forced to swim three
miles to safety. Despite the miraculous
outcome, the ordeal did little to change the
21-year-olds burgeoning atheism.
Afterwards people asked me, Did you
have some kind of religious experience? Did
you pray? But I just needed to keep going. I
could see these lights way off in the distance
and I imagined that there was probably
some guy in one of those houses, sitting
drinking a beer. I said to myself, I just want
to be sitting there next to that guy drinking a
cold beer. But I dont recall any great
spiritual reckoning with it all.
Ultimately, the nearly-fatal accident may
have saved his life. Eastwood had been due
to ship out to Korea with his unit, but was
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ordered to stay behind while a crash investigation
was conducted. His company suffered heavy
casualties in the campaign a body count that
could have included the future film star, had his
plane not taken a dive.
Fate pulls you in different directions. I was all
ready to go but then things took a different turn
and I had a different life. Im a fatalist that way.
Fate certainly had big things in store for
Clinton Eastwood Jr when he emerged into the
world on May 31, 1930. A big baby, he was
nicknamed Samson by the maternity nurses,
though they could have had no idea about the
movie heavyweight he was to become.
It seems that luck was determined to seek
young Clint out, regardless of his own intentions.
Even though his high school drama teachers
encouraged him to appear in their plays, he
declined, preferring to concentrate on cars and
girls. Acting was not among his ambitions until a
man called Chuck Hill, who was stationed in the
same Californian town, noticed the 6ft 4in, slim,
handsome youngster. Eastwood moved to Los
Angeles in 1952 and there resumed his
acquaintance with Hill,
who introduced him to
some of his Hollywood
contacts. The enthusiasm
of several low level
people in the film world
including an
amorous telephone operator
led to him landing an audition
with director Arthur Lubin
(above), who offered
Eastwood his first studio
contract at Universal for $100
per week.
This was despite Eastwoods early auditions
failing to impress Lubin and others, who
described him as amateurish and awkward. But
clearly his innate star quality was already shining
through, as Lubin simply sent him to drama
classes and signed him up anyway.
It took two years and many unsuccessful
auditions for Eastwood to land his first film
role, a minor part in the 1955 sci-fi movie
Revenge of the Creature. Directors disliked his
understated style and felt he was not a good
actor, while voice coaches attempted to train
him out of whispering and gritting his teeth
obviously unaware that his distinctive voice
and unique brand of repressed brooding would
make him a cinema icon in years to come.
If a person is confident enough in the way
they feel, whether its an art form or whether its
just in life, it comes off. You dont have anything
to prove; you can just be who you are.
Eastwood still undertook day jobs to support
himself and his wife Margaret into the late 1950s,
though he was already showing signs of the
tough guy persona that would serve him so well
on screen throughout his career. One evening he
was entering a restaurant with Maggie and some
friends when they were held up at gunpoint by a
gang. Unfazed by the weapon, Eastwood advised
them: Go on and pull that trigger and Ill kill you
before I hit the ground. The youths decided not
to take the chance and fled.
I tried being reasonable, but I didnt like it.
Its not surprising then that when his big break
finally arrived in 1958, it came in the form of a
cowboy. Eastwood won the role of Rowdy Yates
in a new Western TV series, Rawhide, (below)
which was an immediate hit with viewers.
The show made Eastwood a star and a
wealthy man by the time it was
cancelled in 1966, Rawhide was
earning him $119,000 (the
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equivalent of 545,000 in todays money) per
episode but he disliked his youthful character
and was on the lookout for new challenges. When
the show ended, Eastwood already had the
acclaimed Dollars trilogy of Western films under
his belt and, with the help of director Sergio
Leone, had created one of his most memorable
characters, The Man with No Name. This brooding
anti-hero was the antithesis of Rowdy and had
established Eastwood as a bona fide movie star.
I guess any movie actor can become a role
model for audiences out there who enjoy him.
Westerns and war films served Eastwood well for
the rest of the 1960s, though he was to be blessed
with another iconic hero in 1971. Hailed by some
critics as the first true action movie, Dirty Harry was
an uncompromising cop film that introduced a now
legendary character and featured one of the most
quoted speeches in cinema history.
I know what youre thinking Did he fire six
shots or only five? Well, to tell you the truth, in all
this excitement, Ive kinda lost track myself. But,
being as this is a .44 Magnum, the most powerful
handgun in the world and would blow your head
clean off, youve got to ask yourself one question:
Do I feel lucky? Well, do you, punk?
Having turned down the role of James Bond,
as he believed the suave spy should be played by
an English actor, Eastwood took his first turn in
the directors chair for 1973s High Plains Drifter.
It was a return to the Western format and marked
the beginning of a notable new branch of
Eastwoods career. Although he has to date been
Oscar nominated for Best Leading Actor twice, he
has won both Best Director and Best Picture for
two films Unforgiven (1993) and Million Dollar
Baby (2005) and been nominated in the same
categories for two more, Mystic River (2004) and
Letters From Iwo Jima (2007).
Ive taken advantage of a few breaks that
came along and moved along with them.
While continuing to star in a variety of genres
throughout the last five decades, Eastwood has
gradually focused more on directing. His last
starring role was in 2012s sports movie, Trouble
with the Curve, though his most talked-about
turn of recent years was probably in self-directed
2008 drama, Gran Torino. Playing an elderly
widower who struggles with the multi-ethnic
makeup of his disintegrating neighbourhood,
Eastwood seemed to reconnect with aged
versions of his best-known characters to create
the growling Walt Kowalski.
In Gran Torino, I play a guy whos racially
offensive. But he learned. It shows that youre
never too old to learn and embrace people that
you dont understand to begin with. It seems like
nobody else got that message, I guess.
Currently directing the biographical thriller
American Sniper, it seems that Eastwoods luck is
holding even in his ninth decade. With an
estimated fortune of around 230million and a
cabinet full of awards to his name, theres no
disputing that hes enjoyed a phenomenally
successful film career. Whether hes been as lucky
in his personal life is arguable a reputation as a
serial womaniser and two failed marriages point
towards someone unable to sustain a
monogamous long-term relationship. But he does
have seven children and even as a pensioner, has
no problem attracting women half his age...
His first marriage to Maggie ended in 1978
after 25 years and two children, Kyle and Alison;
though his first child, a daughter called Kimber,
had arrived two years before Kyle as a result of
his affair with dancer Roxanne Tunis. In 1975
Eastwood began a 14-year relationship with
actress Sondra Locke, his co-star in a number of
films including The Outlaw Josey Wales, Every
Which Way But Loose, Any Which Way You Can
and the fourth Dirty Harry film, Sudden Impact.
Their tempestuous time together saw Clint
father another two love children, Scott and
Kathryn, with flight attendant Jacelyn Reeves,
and ended with Locke suing him for palimony
and fraud.
They say all marriages are made in heaven, but
so are thunder and lightning.
Another daughter, Francesca, was born in 1993
during his five-year relationship with actress
Frances Fisher. In 1996 he married news presenter
Dina Ruiz, 35 years his junior and their daughter
Morgan arrived later that year. Since the couples
divorce last year, Eastwood has been romantically
linked to 40-something blonde Erica Tomlinson-
Fisher and a blonde employee, Christina Sandera.
I dont believe in pessimism. If something
doesnt come up the way you want, forge ahead. If
you think its going to rain, it will.
Whether or not his personal life can be
considered a success, theres no doubt that Clint
Eastwood is one of our last great film stars. Is he
still a fatalist, more than 70 years after that
frightening plane crash left him swimming for his
life? If so, maybe its not such a bad strategy.
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Christmas party season is looming
and while there is defi nitely
excitement in the air, there is also
that dreaded question you may be
asking yourself: What am I going to wear?
Whether its for a work, friends or family
party, its always a good idea to plan ahead
and avoid that last minute shop panic that
will either lead you to buy something that
will do or resign yourself to wearing the
same old frock you wore last year which is
likely to make you feel slightly miserable as
a result.
So, start planning your party season
wardrobe now. You only need to have a few
outfi t options to fall back on, some which
you can mix and match with key pieces
instead of buying entire new outfi ts. Think
about recycling some
existing garments by
updating them with
new separates and
accessories.
For example, take a
perfectly fi tted black
tux jacket as your
starting point and
create a couple of
looks from there:
from a simple but
effective pairing
with black
skinnies and
embellished cami, to
a useful arm cover-up over a sleeveless
statement dress, like this one from Ted Baker
(399 at www.tedbaker.com)
Part of my job as a personal stylist is to
help women become aware of any fashion
bad habits they may have picked up over
the years and show them how to address
them. Sometimes its easy to feel like youre
stuck in a rut, so when you do go shopping
for an event which requires you to step up
the wow factor, be bold, think outside the box
and try on items you wouldnt usually go for.
And fi nally, if there is one must have
accessory to own this party season, its the
statement clutch. From metallics to bold
colours or embellishments, grab whatever
catches your eye.
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PERIDOTLingen wool long coat, 615
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BERTIEGrey Panola boots, 115
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RAYNE SHOESAllyson wine patent boot, 550
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BURBERRY BRITManningford oversized coat, 995
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DESALeopard print heels, 179
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Get ready for a
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As the festive season fast approaches, White Stuff have designed a gorgeous range of party dresses that combine vibrant colours, luxurious fabrics and stunning embellishment.
Finish the look off with a statement necklace and a pair of dancing shoes for an outfi t that is fi t for every Christmas festivity. All products are available in shops, including the
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Short fl owery necklace22.50
Sequin tunic59.95
Tealight tunic dress59.95
Moonstone dress120
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Kimchi dress110
Sparkle disk necklace27.50
Deer Fable dress69.95
Lotus dress85
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This is great news for fashionistas, as
a ponytail is unlikely to suffer much
from the elements. Plus, its ideal for any
occasion loose it a little for a casual day
look and amp up the shine for a glamorous
evening do.
You can also incorporate two other trends:
use a low side parting to emphasise high
cheekbones and embrace the sports luxe
movement by slicking back from the crown
with plenty of serum, such as John Frieda
Frizz Ease Perfect Finish Serum, 6.29.
When youre out and about during the day,
give the ponytail a little tug after tying it up to
release some strands and soften the hairline
For extra volume in the tail, add a dry
product such as Charles Worthington Volume
and Bounce Texturising Spray, 6.99 and
then lightly backcomb. For an extra style boost,
wrap the elastic with a thick strand of hair or
buy a fake hair-look band to disguise it.
You can take the look from the desk to
the dance floor with a few simple tweaks
super sleek and smooth is essential for
parties, so make sure your parting is sharp and
control flyaways with a little wax or styling
cream. A high shine, firm hold hairspray such
as LOral Paris Elnett Satin Hairspray
Lumire Supreme Hold, 6.60, should
do the job.
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HairheroesThe festivities are on their way, but so are cold weather and artifi cial heating not a good
combination when you want a glamorous hairstyle to set off your evening outfi t. Here are some great products that weve discovered to help keep your hair nourished, shiny and enviably healthy
CONCOCTIONTHREE-STEP RANGEFROM 1.50 TO 11
This new collectiongives you the chance to customise your haircare regime simply choose one of the four Mixology ShampYou shampoos and combine with two of the SuperSerum Shots to create your perfect
treatment.Available fromwww.boots.com
HAIRY JAYNETREATMENT CONDITIONER
100ML, 6This clever product can be used as either a normal
conditioner or as a treatment for dry hair simply run it through from mid-length to tips and leave on for 20
minutes, or even overnight. The geranium, bergamot and vanilla scent is lovely too.
Available fromwww.hairyjaynehandmade.co.uk
VATIKA CACTUS ENRICHED HAIR OIL
200ML, 4.49Claiming to prevent hair
loss by stimulating the roots, this oil contains
both cactus and garlicfor thicker, silkier tresses.
Another ingredientis garger, which helps
to stimulate andstrengthen hair.Available from
www.superdrug.com
DOVEADVANCED HAIR SERIES
YOUTHFUL VITALITY BB CREAM125ML, 6.99
For noticeably fuller and more manageable locks, try this BB cream for hair. The
multi-tasker helps to replenish, nourish and
protect hair to make it easier to style, while also infusing
it with antioxidants. Available from
www.superdrug.com
KRASTASE RESISTANCETHERMIQUE HEAT-ACTIVATED
RECONSTRUCTOR MILK LEVEL 1-4 125ML, 14.62
This leave-in reconstructive milk is activated by heatand is ideal for repairing weakened and damaged
hair. The milk fortifi es the hair fi bre from the inside
to improve strength and appearance. Available from
www.feelunique.com
great products that weve discovered to help keep your hair nourished, shiny and enviably healthy
CONCOCTIONTHREE-STEP RANGE
1.50 TO 11This new collection
gives you the chance to customise your haircare regime simply choose one of the four Mixology ShampYou shampoos and combine with two of the SuperSerum Shots to create your perfect
Available fromwww.boots.com
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Look the way you feel inside
We are proud to introduce our ground-breaking, innovative surgical face lift called Concept""' Facelift, which uses the latest surgical techniques and is performed under
local anaesthetic, to achieve a natural, youthful and fresh appearance. Most importantly, there is minimal bruising and downtime, so that you can get
back to your daily routine within a couple of days
The Concept"" Facelift is unique and has significant advantages over the traditional facelift:
Less invasive- uses a short scar facelift approach Minimal bruising or swelling. Procedure only takes 2 hours. Performed under local anaesthetic so you
are able to go home soon after No bandages or stiches to be removed Minimal downtime
No hospital stay, reducing costs Lasts as long as a traditional facelift
For an opportunity to learn more about Concept,.. Facelift, and to meet the surgeon who pioneered this technique including former patients, we would like to invite you to our open evening:
28th November, at 7pm Mclndoe Surgical Centre, East Grinstead. This is a very popular event and spaces are limited, so we advise to book early.
Before surgery: Next day after surgery:
Before surgery: Next day after surgery:
To book your place for the open evening, or for further information, please contact us at: [email protected] or call 01342 444100
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At Botanica we are at the forefront of well researched and traditional heatthcare that puts you in safe hands. Our goal is to guide you on the correct pathway to optimal health and vitality.
We have a team of professionals who offer a wide range of treatments.
Role back the yean with NASA technology .. Discover your inner beauty with this unique state of the art face scanner and uncover what's between you and the great skin you want: wrinkles, sun damage, brown spots, red areas and more.
Then let our Skin Care Expert create a customised skin care regime designed for your individual concerns MyChelle MyChelle Dermaceuticals - Seeded in science - rooted in nature oERMACEUTICALS
On Monday 24th November we are offering this unique skin analysis FREE (usually costs 80 in private clinics) A MyChelle consultant will be at Botanica between I Oam and 4pm.
Appointments (lasting 20 minutes) MUST be booked for this FREE skin analysis.
Please call us on 0 1892 458289 to book your place.
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WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND
There are few better excuses to give your home a dazzling makeover than the arrival of a new season. If you really want to make yours stand out, Smith & Mercer Interiors in Riverhead is full of stylish
winter trends that are sure to make your house sparkle throughout the coming months
Smith & Mercer Interiors is an exciting oasis of
stylish interior and exterior homeware, giftware
and furnishings. Stock for the new season
includes Christmas items such as luxury throws
and cushions to snuggle up under and keep the
winter chills at bay, as well as beautiful True
Grace candles that fill the air with their
wonderful fragrances! We also have some extra
speacial gifts for the man in your life.
We stock only the highest quality brands,
including iconic, beautiful Andrew Martin
furniture and fabrics. We also carry Eichholtz,
an exciting make from Holland that has the
most amazing furniture, lighting, accessories
and everything else that will make your home
uber special. Find us above Glorious Trading on
London Road in Riverhead.
Smith & Mercer Interiors
30 London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 2DE
01732 450 535
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STEP INTO STYLE THIS CHRISTMASWhether youre getting ready for a night out with friends or planning what to wear to that all-important offi ce party, The Glorious Trading Company in Riverhead has the latest trends to see you through the festive season. Here are just a few examples of whats on offer over the coming months
must-have additions to
everyones wardrobe
this season. Ponchos
and capes are very
strong as well even
better if they come in
checked patterns.
Youll love Christmas
at Glorious the shop
really feels so festive
and has some fabulous,
glam party pieces that
will make you sparkle.
Also, there are some
amazing accessories that make wonderful gifts like
lux fur scarves, long angora gloves and beautiful
Bibi-Alhaja jewellery; it will all slip under the tree
perfectly. Check out the new Glorious Trading
website and like us on facebook!
The Glorious Trading Company
Lambourne House, London Road, Riverhead,
Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 2DE
01732 463 555
www.glorioustrading.co.uk
The Glorious Trading
Company has a fabulous
selection of labels and
works closely and
personally with each
client to achieve the
correct outfi ts for their
lifestyle, while fi nding
additions to their
wardrobe that enhance
what they already have.
Chunky boyfriend
knitwear, faux leather
skinny jeans, biker boots
and long Teddy-Boy
coatstheyre all
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Tried & Tested... Our pick of the best beauty products around this month
FILEbeauty
Take a peek in our cosmetics bag as we reveal our beauty favourites
CLINIQUEDEEP COMFORT BODY RANGE
FROM 16.50 TO 29Designed to cocoon the body in moisture this winter, this collection aims to nourish and hydrate the skin
while protecting it against damage. The range includes a Hand and Cuticle Cream, Body Lotion, Body Wash, Body Butter and Moisture cream.
Available from Clinique counters
KIEHLSHYDRO-PLUMPING
RE-TEXTURISING SERUM CONCENTRATE
50ML, 40Battle the signsof age-related
dehydration withthis new serum that contains 15% plant-based glycerin, billed
as a moisturemagnet. Shiso leaf extract anchors
moisture deep in the skins layers to givea plumping effect.Available fromwww.kiehls.co.uk
MURADBLACKHEAD & PORE CLEANING DUO
50Clearing up your skin for Christmasjust got easier, thanks to this new
combination of a Blackhead Removerand a Pore Refi ning Sealer. Among the ingredients are volcanic mineral clayto detoxify the skin and pomegranate
seed oil to tighten pores. Available from www.murad.co.uk
BENEFITCANDY-COATEDCOUNTDOWN
60Forget chocolate the only advent calendar we want this year is Benefi ts collection of
24 beauty treats. From highlighters to lip gloss,
these mini marvels will take you right through party season and beyond.
Available from selected Debenhams and
www.benefi tcosmetics.co.uk
MEL MILLISPHYTONUTRI QI
ENRICHING SEA PLANT JELLY15ML, 48
Containing one ofnatures most effective hydrating ingredients, hyaluronic acid, the jellyalso features bio-organicoils infused with powerful multiple plant extractssuch as Immortelle,
Frankincense and Rose. Available from
www.melmillis.co.uk
THE HARLEY MEDICAL GROUPGENTLE CLEANSER
200ML, 26Infused with sweet orange oil to leave your skin smelling great, this product helps to prepare the skin for other treatments. It contains non-irritant cleanser sucrose cocoate, along with vitamins A and E and beta glucan
to fi ght signs of ageing.Available from www.harleymedical.co.uk
CLOUD 9 SKIN SOLUTIONSTRANQUILITY ULTRA SOOTHING CREAM
50ML, 36Winter can be a hard time forthose who suffer from dry
or damaged skin, but this creamutilises avocado oil and vitaminB12 to nourish, reduce discomfort
and improve the elasticityand softness of the skin.
Available from www.cloud9skin.com
RESULTIMEEYE
PERFECTORSERUM
15ML, 30Adored by celebrities such as Jessica Biel and Pixie Lott, this serum is a handbag must have for party
season. Quickly absorbed, it reduces puffi ness, tightensup the eye area and
contains multi-collagen to stimulate
cell renewal. Available from
www.resultime.co.uk
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Eyes are big this season so lips are
taking a backseat, but that doesnt
mean that you should neglect
them. Understated glamour will set off
your defi ned peepers perfectly think
about switching your lipstick for a stain,
which will give you a more natural
looking touch of colour. The long-
lasting but muted colouration is great
for a soft day look, but when its party
time, we love Chanels Rouge Allure
Gloss, 26. Available in nine shades,
this is a brilliant combination of stain
and gloss that will make you feel like
the belle of the ball.
If youre looking to stand out from the
crowd this party season, itll take more
than a good shave and a nice suit. Ladies
love a man who smells great and if you want
to impress a discerning nose, itll be worth
investing in the new Tom Ford Oud Wood
All Over Body Spray. The latest addition to
Fords range, this fragrance features one of
the perfumers most expensive ingredients.
The rare scent of oud wood is combined with
notes of rose wood, cardamom, sandalwood
and vetiver guaranteed to give you an air
of exotic mystery. Get yours for 42 at
www.selfridges.com
Going straight from the offi ce to
after-work parties is great fun, but it
also requires a little forward planning
to make sure youre looking your best.
If the thought of carrying toiletries
everywhere makes your heart sink, youre
in luck. Probably the male equivalent
of a handbag must-have, Jack Black
Epic Moisture MP10 Nourishing Oil
(27.50 for 60ml at www.amazon.co.uk)
is a little bottle that packs a big punch.
Taking care of everything from dry
skin to wayward hair, this oil acts as a
lightweight moisturiser, pre-shave balm,
styling product and beard conditioner.
The formula may have nothing to do with
its namesake movie star, but its still a big
grooming hit.
Untouched eyebrows are the order of the
day for autumn/winter 2014 except youll
need to do exactly the opposite to achieve
the look. Think romantically soft, brushed-up
arches. The fi nished result should look as
though your brows have barely even met a pair
of tweezers.
Begin by taking a stiff angled brow brush
and eye shadow in the same tone as your hair
colour, recommends Marc Reagan, Manager
of Artistry for Bobbi Brown. Lightly apply from
the inner corner of brows and brush straight
up. For the rest of the brow, brush up and over.
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MAKING US BLUSHAs a recently established lingerie boutique, Blush Intimates specialize in helping women improvetheir confi dence, comfort and health by fi nding the right bra size for them. We fi nd out how theirnew Tunbridge Wells store could make you feel fabulous with its specialist range and services
On October 3, new boutique Blush
Intimates opened in the Royal Victoria
Place shopping centre in Tunbridge Wells.
Until recently, Blush was solely a mobile
and online lingerie platform. However, due to the
success of their convenient and unique mobile
fi tting service, they have decided to bring their
expertise to the high street, aiming to help
the 85% of women who currently wear the
wrong bra size.
Through a pre-booked appointment or by
using their walk-in service, Blush Intimates offer
women a personal shopping experience and real
expertise when it comes to wearing the most
comfortable and luxurious lingerie with an
affordable price tag. The boutiques range
includes everything from everyday bras, luxury,
bridal and post-surgery, to sports, feeding, soft
bras and lingerie accessory solutions.
Blush Intimates
Ely Court, Royal Victoria Place,
Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 2SR
01892 527 560 www.blushintimates.co.uk
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AvAILABLE AT MARK AoAM
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Don't Jet joint problems stop you from enjoying life
The Wells Suite at the Tunbridge Wells Hospital is able to offer outstanding care for people with joint related problems. We provide rapid access to consultations and treatment
for all joint conditions, including hip, knee, foot and ankle, shoulder, hand and upper limb conditions.
Hip replacement surgery is priced very competitively for self-pay patients at 7,995.
If you require orthopaedic treatment ask your GP to refer you to The Wells Suite at the Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
The Wells Suite
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There are many possibilities when
considering breast reconstruction to
replace the whole, or part of a breast
that has removed for cancer-related
reasons. Timings may vary and a breast may
be reconstructed at the same time as the
mastectomy operation, or may alternatively
be done at a later date some time after the
mastectomy. Broadly speaking, the
reconstruction can be performed using only
the patients own tissue (skin, fat and
occasionally muscle) or else a breast implant
and possibly other supportive materials may
be used.
Unfortunately there is no
perfect breast reconstruction
and so each woman needs to
be taken as an individual, with
the pros and cons of the
different options discussed
with her, in order to reach the
best decision for her. No matter
what technique is chosen, it is common
for two or three operations to be needed to
complete the breast reconstruction journey.
The first is to make the breast mound, the
second to make any adjustments (often to the
other breast for symmetry) and the third is to
reconstruct a nipple. Importantly, many
women receive radiotherapy as part of their
breast cancer treatment, which will also have
an impact on choice and suitability of
reconstructive technique.
As a plastic surgeon, whenever possible, I
prefer to use techniques that involve only the
use of the patients own tissue. These
techniques are complex and time-demanding
(for patient and surgeon) and are not always
suitable for everyone, but unlike implant-
based techniques, once the breast
reconstruction journey is complete, no further
surgery is necessary in the patients
lifetime.
The gold standard method of
breast reconstruction is the
DIEP flap. This involves taking
skin and fat from the abdomen
(the same tissue that is
removed during a tummy tuck)
and sculpting this into a new
breast. Using this technique requires
microsurgical techniques, in which the tummy
tissue is brought back to life by connecting its
blood vessels to those in the chest. Other
parts of the body can also be borrowed from
to reconstruct a breast without an implant if
there is not enough tummy fat. Areas include
the upper inner thigh, the buttocks or the back.
If the complexity of the above