Durra

So I was in Durra for a week or so I loved the weather my friends kept asking me what do you do there alone? Honestly the weather was amaaaaazing had to walk at least once a day I kept watching fatafeet and applying what I saw did onion tart recipe from Barefoot Contessa http://www.barefootcontessa.com/which I looove for the millionth time watched madrasat il mosha'3abyan lool and  watched Downtown Abbey a gripping tv series honestly a must see here is a clip

Watched Arab's got talent and boy does he have talent!

Events

الأمير الوليد بن طلال وزوجته والأمير تشارلز خلال افتتاح فندق سافوي في لندن بعد عملية ترميم شاملة. الفندق تم افتتاحه عام 1889، وقد تم المحافظة على طابعه اللندنيالوليد بن طلال مع زوجته (اميره الطويل العتيبي)  والامير تشارلز

STEP INTO THE LIGHT

STEP INTO THE LIGHT…MEET LONDON NEW AND EXCITING CONCEPT STORE…….. DARK ROOM  -By Karen

You can always count on London as being a city that always has something new to offer in terms of alternative stores and shopping experiences.

To further add to London’s portfolio of cool concept stores, look no further, as Darkroom, is the new kid on the block when it comes to new and exciting retail environments.

Situated on the very trendy Lambs Conduit Street, Darkroom is a clever new concept in retail, which mingles fashion with interior design showcasing a mix of bespoke jewelry, belts and bags alongside interior items such as designer cushions, rugs, ceramics and lighting.

It is the perfect fusion of fashion, home and lifestyles with many of the products comprising of one off designer collaborations, such as David David, Fred Butler, H by Harris, Noel Stuart, jewelry designer Florian, and Corrie Williamson.

I LOVE David David geometric umbrella’s www.daviddavid.com

The Darkroom also hosts a calendar of bi-monthly art and sculpture exhibitions. Having just launched their 'Into Africa' series - a showcase of luxury accessories inspired by indigenous African craft - they've also invited a selection of designers to produce a unique products ranging from jewelry, to art prints, wallets and bags. The series will be sold alongside authentic vintage African pieces carefully sourced founders Rhonda Drakeford and Lulu Roper Caldbeck.

Everything about this store is meticulously considered, from the product to the environment. The curation of both the space and the product is faultless and not only do I personally want EVERYTHING in it, I would quiet happily live in the space too!

A job for the girls indeed! Well done Lulu and Rhonda for delivering such a spectacular store!

After visiting Darkroom I can certainly say that I have now “seen the light”!!!

Check out the store on http://www.darkroomlondon.com

TANGERINE DREAMS

TANGERINE DREAMS……By Karen

If there is one colour that is set to make a splash this season, Tangerine is surely set to do just that!

The SS11 catwalks were filled with fresh citrus colours, but one colour certainly stood out from the other fruits in the bowl, and that was Orange.

Not the easiest of colours to wear I hear you say, and to an extent I would be inclined to agree, especially those of us that live in the colder parts of the globe, when in summer a tan comprises of going from blue to white.

But saying that, I am not saying that we all have to dress up like an oversized citrus fruit instead you can channel the colour in perhaps a less “out there” approach.

Jonathan Saunders rocked the citrus colour palette this season, with orange lacing its way through most of the collection, whether it be a vibrant stripe or instead a full on top to toe ensemble.

Other designers also rocking the tangerine vibe included PPQ, Richard Nichol, Marni, Julian McDonald, Fendi, Paul and Jo and Vivienne Westwood.

Not only a hot trend on the catwalks, Orange and its other citrus friends are hot new colours on the beauty front too.

Yes Ladies its time to throw out your nude lipsticks and add some va va voom to your face in the shape of bright orange lips!!

Even less forgiving that orange clothing, orange lipstick must ONLY be work with tan I say, or for those of you with olive and dark skin (I hate you!!) you can wear it to your hearts content!!

I personally love NARS shade “Morange” , it’s a more reddy orange, and easier to wear, if like me, you complexion resembles Mortitia Adams after 3 months of winter.

And for those wanting to live life on the edge, I recommend MAC “ Morange” for that full on orange glow.

I have a feeling that this summers key trends are not going to be for the more conservative amongst us, its bright and vibrant colours all the way!

So don’t be shy, its time to embrace this seasons fresh and punchy new colours.

Don’t be a wall flower…be a citrus fruit instead??!!! 

Events

There was  a wedding expo hosted in Kuwait at 360 mall (exhibition hall) celebrating love for weddings. The exhibition hosted the latest in wedding designs and innovations, here are a few photos thanks F ;)

Occasions

Don't  you get frustrated when you are looking for a gift! I hate it I have to keep looking and guess what! Whilst checking out Tony Luke's there was a store next door that sold cool items great for gifts and decor items they also do events and window display check out the photos .. I do apologize for the somewhat bad photos I didn't have my camera on me I was using my bb for photos. I fell in love with the last item so if any one plans on getting me a gift hint hint ;) lool I can visualize my sis face reading this LOOOL

Don't  you get frustrated when you are looking for a gift! I hate it I have to keep looking and guess what! Whilst checking out Tony Luke's there was a store next door that sold cool items great for gifts and decor items they also do events and window display check out the photos .. I do apologize for the somewhat bad photos I didn't have my camera on me I was using my bb for photos. I fell in love with the last item so if any one plans on getting me a gift hint hint ;) lool I can visualize my sis face reading this LOOOL

It's all about the food

Tony Luke's located at Al-Reem Center Riffa Tel 17-494940 my fav was the salt & vinegar fries where  as my sis liked the sour cream fries check it out and let us know whats yours?

LOL of the day

REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL

REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL……..By Karen

Well it’s that time of the year when all the festivities are over, the season of over indulgence on all levels has taken its toll, its back to work, and with January and February to get through, before even a glimpse of spring, its quite possibly the WORST time of the year for those of us susceptible to feeling those winter blues.

Well lets not fester in our festive hangover I say, my way to tackle this horrid time of the year is to write down a list of everything I am really look forward too, or simply things that make me laugh or smile……… I promise you it works every time!

Call it damage limitation, but on a psychological front, it certainly gets that smile back on my dial, although I admit, I would prefer to fast forward the next three months.

But one must be proactive when suffering from S.A.D (seasonal affected disorder) , the total lack of sunshine equally matched by the serious lack of funds after the December blow out!!

But hey, here are some things that keep me going and make me feel good about my gloomy predicament right now; I hope they make you feel happy too….

And honestly…get a note pad and pen, it’s a fun therapeutic exercise and one I can guarantee will at least, take the edge off those horrible winter blues and provide a  light ( albeit a psychological one ) at the end of a very dark, cold and gloomy tunnel!!

1. The New SS11 collection that are about to start hitting the stores
2. The shortest day has come and gone and the days are getting longer – hello summer!
3. All my summer 11 personal orders that will start to arrive  from my favourite designers such as TataNaka, Hermione de Paula and Mawi
4. My beautiful Devon Rex kitten Barnie
5. Summer vacations in hot climates!
6. My new pasta making machine
7. Hermione de Paula collaboration with Nicholas Kirkwood
8. Daffodils in the spring
9. Picnics in the Park
10. Summer festivals

Events

http://celebritychef.org/jamie-oliver-coming-to-bahrain/OMG Jamie oliver is coming to Bahrain!

Kuwait

Been to a short trip to Kuwait via car it was sooo much fun we were 7 squashed in the car we had loads of mawaqaf  lool we checked the Oishii http://www.oishii-kw.com/ loved the burgers had them without the meat (since I don't eat neither meat or chicken) my sis was like they taste different with the meat just as they are intended anyways either way it was great.. popped in Fa Gallery opposite Al Amiri hospital love love the concept of gallery and cafe eventually .. wish them best of luck my fave part was the balcony were they cater to private  gatherings ... where else did we go to? Oh ya we tried the Kabba place next to Oishii it was amazing