Atria Watford SS22 Flipbook

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SUMMER 2022

Back in fashion Get the lowdown on the SS22 trends you’re going to love Trending beauty Makeup, skin and hair looks everyone’s

talking about Feel at home

How to bring a bit of the great outdoors into your space Tasty times

The best places to eat and fun days out for the whole family Brighter days, Win A fabulous course of beauty treatments! P15 Bolder nights

This is your time to shine

Contents

Fashion P16

Psst Win a fabulous course of beauty treatments! P15

Four ways to wear P26

What to wear now P10

Welcome

NOW OPEN ATRIAWATFORD

Spring’s always a time of reawakening and this one feels especially meaningful. As we start to explore this newly changed world, we’re all beginning to reflect more on our lives and what we want them to look like. It’s all about rebuilding and retuning, and we’re doing our best to help with that. Inside this issue, you’ll find exciting fashion, home, wellness and beauty trends to experiment with now that plans are officially back. Plus, we see the welcome return of some nostalgic trends (if you’re old enough to remember them the first time around, that is!) We’ve also rounded up the best new places to eat and drink at Atria Watford, as well as some fun ideas to keep the kids happy – come rain or shine. We hope this issue is a welcome breath of fresh air and helps inspire your new life plans – from wellbeing to home decor to a complete style switch. See you at the centre!

You complete me P28

Catwalk beauty P31

Eating out P40

The knowledge P12

New this issue

04 Insider All the need-to-know Atria Watford news for you 06 Radar The hottest stores and dining places you’ll want to visit ASAP 08 Family insider This issue, we’re recommending all the SS22 is giving us sultry straps and eye-catching brights as outfit inspo 12 The knowledge Style out everything from your new delights of a ‘Yes Day’ 10 What to wear now Get prepped for summer and enter our competition with Thérapie Clinic 16 Fashion story: electric feels Make the switch from day to night with bolder shades and popping prints 23 Shop the shoot Play MUA at home with all the products we used on set 25 Invest in Your wardrobe’s got a blank space and we’ve got just the dress to fill it work get-up to wedding attire 15 Spotlight on: summer skin

26 Four ways to wear Find out just how versatile a great investment blazer can be 28 You complete me We like big bags and we cannot lie: our current accessory obsessions 31 Catwalk beauty This season sees bright eyes in a rainbow of neons and glitter 32 Beauty memo Super-glowy skin, glossy nails and salon-tamed tresses 34 Health How gut-friendly products can give you a boost – inside and out 36 Homes The great outdoors, but make it cosy. We’ll show you how 38 Next gen Swimsuit options for little ones, colourful clothing picks and ace outdoor games 40 Eating out Get a taste of what’s on the menu this season at Atria Watford 43 Directory All the store details, opening times and travel information you need

Vicki Costello Centre Director

Published on behalf of Atria Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 2UB by Twenty Twenty House of Design. www.2020hod.com

For Atria Watford: Centre Director Vicki Costello. All information and prices correct at time of going to press, however Atria Watford cannot guarantee that the products promoted in this magazine will be in stock. All rights reserved. Articles may not be reproduced without written permission from Atria Watford Management. While every care has been taken in compiling the content, neither the publisher nor Atria Watford assumes responsibility for effects arising out of this publication.

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Insider Get the lowdown Check out our new stores, the latest tech and all our handy services

Insider

Find the latest centre information, store news and fashion guides at atriawatford.com/news-events

Competition time! Win a course of beauty treatments in our summer giveaway! See P15

At your service We’ve got facilities for every need

contactless card on the entry and exit panels. Easy! The Car Wash Co: get your car washed while you shop. Just park up in a car-wash space on Level 2 and request Cash or cheque We have free ATMs around the centre and a Lloyds Bank on the lower mall. The Post Office is located inside WHSmith on the upper mall. your service. From £7.95.

Kids’ stuff Parent & baby

Green goals Ourenvironmental stats at a glance We’re always on the hunt for new ways to reduce and programme began in 2012 – and we’ve been improving ever since. Keep an eye on our website for We recycled 54% 11% ▲ than 2020 We saved 400,385 tonnes of CO2 4% ▲ than 2020 We saved 2,762,039L of water 18% ▲ than 2020 We saved 1,797 trees 18% ▲ than 2020 more information, and you can check out our 2021 energy savings (below). recycle. Our sustainability

changing: find facilities in both centre toilets. Feeding time? We have bottle warmers available. Parent & child spaces: we have 40 parent and child spaces with safe access into the centre. Getting around Shopmobility Watford: borrow a standard or powered wheelchair or powered scooter free of charge from

There’s a fashion influencer in all of us. So show ‘em how it’s done and youmight just get your hands on a prize giveaway worth £250. Easiest side hustle ever. We want AtriaWatford customers to snap and share their SS22 new-season styles on their feeds or Stories, tagging us and using #WatfordWearsItBest

Shopmobility Watford. It’s located on the ground floor of Church Car Park. Disabled parking spaces: we have 59 spaces for disabled shoppers that give easy access to main entrances.

Park up Electric car parking: we have four charging points on Level 1 of Queens Car Park (you need to be a POLAR member to use them). Tap & Go: pay for parking with your

Under one roof Forget the new normal, we’ve got the new NEXT

More great stores inside NEXT Explore three extra brands. Bonus!

We’re happy to announce a world first here at Atria Watford – a three- storey NEXT shop with everything the brand does best. We’re talking home, beauty and fashion departments bursting with interior essentials, luxe beauty treats and must-have styles. So, if you’re refreshing your living room (lockdown has made us all despair of our decor, and don’t even mention that cluttered WFH corner), or your cosmetics kit is a little basic, this is your ideal destination. Spread over nearly 95,000 feet, the new

NEXT store is a bigger and better incarnation of our much-loved

You’re due an upgrade. Meet this summer’s smartest gadgets Gadgets galore

current store. See you there!

Find all your favourite beauty brands at NEXT

Psst! Coming soon!

Mamas & Papas Find pushchairs galore, nursery furniture and cute baby clothes.

Bath & Body Works Head here for bathtime delights like fragrant soaps, lotions and candles. Costa Coffee Take a coffee break between browsing with a caramel latte.

FINDERS KEEPERS OPPO Find X5 Series Capturing precious moments? This phone has a Sony IMX766 image sensor plus 13MP telephoto and 32MP selfie cam. Say cheese.

BLOGGER BOOST Smartphone tripod Meet your new three-legged friend. This smartphone mini tripod is ideal for vloggers, bloggers or just keeping your hands free. £7 Menkind

BEAT IT Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones 40 hours of battery life? Check. Award-winning? Check. Multifunctional on-ear controls. Absolutely. £179 or £13.25 a month with £20 upfront O2

PERFECT TIMING Apple Watch Series 7 With up to 33% faster charging than Series 6 and improved durability, this sleek smart watch is much

THINK BIG Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra Feast your eyes on the ginormous 14.6 inch display screen. Plus, super AMOLED tech delivers vibrant colours. From £65 a month with £50 upfront Vodafone

We diverted 100% of our waste from landfill.

more than just a pretty face. From £369 Apple Store

From £47 a month with £30 upfront EE

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Radar

Say hello to our new stores

Don't miss all the latest information on new stores and family acitivites at atriawatford.com/news-events

Luxe lingerie, local crafts, foodie spots and fun, fun, fun!

Taste sensations

Psst! Now open in the Atrium

Grounded Kitchen

Psst! Coming soon!

Korean culture has been on the rise for a while now – and with food this good, it’s no wonder! This Korean- inspired eatery serves up nutrient-packed nourish bowls like Gochujang Wild salmon & kimchi alongside Korean bao, ssambaps (wraps) and smoothie bowls. The focus is on healthy, balanced dishes for a happy life. In fact, the brand's motto is 'Love Life Eat'. Sounds good to us!

Take two The lowdown on two of our latest additions Since last issue, we’ve had another two fab stores open: Footlocker and Love Local Hub. If you’ve not visited already, here’s the lowdown. Love Local Hub Love Local Hub is our not-to-be-missed pop-up store that showcases locally made products. Explore a selection of gifts and homewares from independent businesses and artists and support our talented Watford creatives. Foot Locker Footlocker needs no introduction – apart from, hurray! You’ll find all your fave sportswear brands here, from adidas to Under Armour, covering the whole gamut of athleisure from trainers to tracksuits. #goals.

LEISURE

Make a night of it Head down to our fun-packed, newly opened venues

DINING

The Beech House

Puttshack Forget everything you thought you knew about mini golf. Forget paper, pencils and corny games because Puttshack delivers tech- infused mini golf. The Trackaball technology registers each player's ball and tracks your scores throughout the game – leaving you free to have fun!

Boom Battle Bar Looking for the best get-it-all-out-of-your- system activity on a Friday night? We recommend Bavarian axe throwing at Boom Battle Bar. If you're after a more chilled vibe, there's American pool and augmented reality darts. Oh, and digital beer pong. We'll drink to that!

Psst! Coming soon!

Get the look Victoria's Secret

FASHION The secret’s out!

star Megan Rapinoe (she of the awesome pink hair) and Sofía Jirau, the first Victoria

coverage from thongs through to boy shorts. In sleepwear, sleek satin pyjamas sit side by side with flannel joggers that make your Sunday on the sofa ultra cosy. The brand also does swimwear, as well as accessories such as logo-ed card cases and chunky totes. You’re going to need a bigger wardrobe.

One of the world’s most renowned lingerie brands has now landed at Atria Watford: the iconic Victoria’s Secret. Founded in 1977, the brand has a history of glamorous runway shows and crystal-winged, supermodel Angels. Today, Victoria’s Secret has a new crop of faces, including American soccer

DINING

Secret’s model with Down's syndrome.

Nike Dunk Low at Foot Locker £119.99

Imagine your ideal neighbourhood pub – a great pint, fresh food and a homey atmosphere – we think you'll find it all at The Beech House. Pop in for drinks and nibbles after work or settle in on a Sunday for a full-English fry-up or hearty

roast. Alongside classic pub comfort food, you'll find superfood salads and authentic Italian Esposito pizza. Brunch fan? Check out the Bottomless Brunch. This place also offers all your favourite coffees and a mean cocktail!

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As for the lingerie, lounge and sleepwear options, we can confirm they tick all the boxes for a range of body shapes. Glam sports bras work great as athleisure separates while pants range in

LEISURE

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Family insider

Calling all little builders! Drop into Lego Store to pick up the latest play kits or head to Warhammer where little ones can participate in free build-and-paint or play sessions. Fab!

Say ‘Yes!’ to one, two, three, four or five activities

Rock Up 1 Yes to 70 different ways to climb! Experiences here - like Stairway to Heaven, Rock Up the Twister and Speed Climb – are suitable for all ages and abilities from 4+. Bringing the tots? There’s a soft play experience too – yes! rock-up.co.uk/watford

It’s a ‘Yes Day’! Fed up with being the bad-cop parent? Feel like your kids deserve a treat for coping with homeschooling and no pals? Why not try a ’Yes Day’, where you say ‘Yes’ to everything they want

Escape Room Let them burn off brain and body energy with these against-the-clock adventures packed with clues, puzzles and challenges. Escape Rooms are rated PG (8+). VR games are rated 12+.

(WARNING: you may need more than your usual latte to cope)

Outdoor games are ages 8+. escapehunt.com/uk/watford

Hollywood Bowl Bowling is guaranteed family fun. The smile on their faces as they beat the grown-ups is priceless, because everybody’s desperate to get that strike – ‘Yes!’ Check out the Kids Eat, Drink and Bowl offers from £8pp. hollywoodbowl.co.uk/watford-atria

Kids love sweet treats and fast food. So give them a healthy breakfast that includes fruit (tell them that a Yes Day always starts after breakfast) and remember to make them brush their teeth before bed. The rest is out of your hands. Mooboo has really fun bubble teas. Think Watermelon, Passion + Mango and Peach + Lychee – the kids will love adding toppings like popping balls and jelly. Krispy Kreme at 10am? Yes! And yes, you will need a dozen box for the three of you. Bagsy the Caramel Iced before

Puttshack Mini golf? Yes! But this is no ordinary mini golf. Expect a fairground atmosphere with gazillions of lights and the latest crazy courses. No pencils or pads here – this is the future! Ages 7+ puttshack.com/uk/find-a-location/watford

something hearty. Burger King has kids’ cheeseburger, hamburger, chicken nugget and vegan chicken nugget meals that come with a small side and small drink. At TGI Friday’s , you can choose from Little League dishes like Real Fish Fingers and Chicken Burger – it also offers free baby food on request.

you load up with more sugared doughnuts and chocolate dipping sauce at Churros Mexicanos . For a pit-stop lunch, head for Chi Street Food . Little spice fiends can order the Korean Fried Chicken bao bun and a side of fries with a Cookies & Cream milkshake. Come dinner time, you’ll all need

Cineworld Comfy seats, a big bucket of popcorn and a huge screen? Yes! Let them pick the film and the snacks, and they’ll feel king of the world. Be prepared for the fact that they might want to watch two films. Can they? Yes! Family and kids’ tickets are available. cineworld.co.uk/cinemas/watford

they see it. Give it at least an hour before

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What to wear now

H&M £12.99

Ernest Jones £399

Swarovski £280

Mango £69.99

M&S £65

Get the look H&M

Next £65

New Look £29.99

River Island £65

Mango £69.99

Yours £5

Zara £12.99

New Look £29.99

Thomas Sabo £119

Primark £6

River Island £38

Psst! We love

Zara £29.99

Psst! We love

H&M £65

Snap and share your new-season Atria Watford style for a chance to win our prize giveaway worth £250. Just tag us #WatfordWearsItBest T&Cs apply.

New Look £19.99

Zara £27.99

NEXT £39

Brighter days

From barely there dresses down to sleek sandals, the strappy trend is going to be everywhere this summer – perfect for date nights and going out-out. Actually having things to go to = bringing sexy back Strappy shapes

Mango £35.99

Outfit optimism, straight off the runway

Serotonin-boosting styles? Sign. Us. Up. Highlighter hues and unexpected colour combos cheer up everything from your commute to neighbourhood cocktails.

Get the look Mango

Get the look H&M £49.99

UGG at Footlocker £85.99

Top £9.99 Trousers £19.99 both H&M

Mango £19.99

Zara £27.99

New Look £15.99

Mango £49.99

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Hollister Co. £29

Primark £30

Zara £109

Formula 1 X Red Bull Racing Watch Tag Heuer £1,650

H&M £49.99

BOSS £349

BOSS at Repertoire £99

Get the look River Island

BOSS £99

Zara £29.99

Levi’s £25

River Island £30

Zara £12.99

Paul Smith at Prince Menswear £119

FatFace £69

Zara £29.99

Paul Smith at Prince Menswear £150

H&M £24.99

Snap and share your new-season Atria Watford style for a chance to win our prize giveaway worth £250. Just tag us #WatfordWearsItBest T&Cs apply.

River Island £30

Get the look Uniqlo

Ben Sherman at SD Home of Menswear by Suit Direct £55

H&M £17.99

Make it work

Tailoring that’ll have you saying ‘aisle be there’ Spring suits

7 For All Mankind at Repertoire £199

H&M £24.99

M&S £39.50

Because IRL meetings mean actual outfits

Psst! We love

Celebrations are officially on this year and (don’t jinx it) but destination weddings might be, too. Give suit season a warm welcome back with fresh colours and easy, breathable fabrics.

Remote, hybrid, onsite – whatever your 2022 setup turns out to be, add a little colour. We’re all tired of greying tracksuit bottoms, so a crisp blazer in pastel tones is just the tonic. Pair with a printed shirt for extra zing.

Omega at Goldsmiths £8,230

Zara £25.99

SOLETRADER £54.99

BOSS £179

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Fashion

Turn it up after dark with the brightest shades. This party season, we’re amped up to the max ELECTRIC

Opposite page Maddison wears: jumper £35.99, jacket £79.99, skirt £35.99 all at Mango, sunglasses River Island £16, handbag Aldo £40 This page Maddison wears: top Mango £45.99, trousers Hollister Co. £35, belt Primark £4, ring Mango £15.99, shoes New Look £27.99. George wears: T-shirt M&S £12.50, shirt River Island £32, jeans Primark £14, shoes Aldo £80

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This page George wears: top Superdry £39.99, blazer Uniqlo £69.90, jeans Levi’s £100, shoes Aldo £100. Maddison wears: top Mango £35.99, skirt M&S £35, earrings £15.99, shoes £89.99 both Mango Opposite page Maddison wears: dress New Look £39.99, necklace Mango £17.99, belt Primark £4

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Fashion

This page Maddison wears: dress Zara £49.99, bag River island £40,

shoes Aldo £80 Opposite page

Maddison wears: shirt Mango £35.99, jacket £70, trousers £36 both River Island, ring Thomas Sabo £179, bag River island £40, shoes Primark £12. George wears: T-shirt NEXT £6.50, shirt River Island £40, trousers NEXT £28, shoes Primark £16

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Shop the shoot

Here’s your BTS guide to this issue’s bright-eyed beauty look – perfect to debut on your next night out All eyes on you

Foundation ( MAC Cosmetics, £27 ) over the whole face. Add a slick of (12) Too Faced Lip Injection Power Plumping Lip Gloss (NEXT, £20) to lips. Gorgeous! Last up: hair. Section and spray through mid-lengths to ends with (13) Kérastase Curl Manifesto Fondant Hydratation Essentielle ( Toni & Guy, £20.65 ). Then curl some sections with a long tong. Apply (14) Lee Stafford Original Heat Protection Shine Mist , 50ml, ( Boots, £2.19 ) and (15) Color Wow Cult Favorite Firm + Flexible Hairspray , 295ml, (M&S, £23) to fix and finish.

Blonde Clair (NEXT, £23). Groom and set them with clear (5) Brow Set (MAC Cosmetics, £16.50). Ready for your rainbow eyes? Here’s where you can get creative and design a bespoke look every time! Apply and press a random mix of pastel and neon shades on the top and bottom lids using whatever colours you fancy from (6) NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Shadow Palette (Superdrug, £16). When you’re happy with your look, apply (7) Dazzleshadow in It’s All About Shine (MAC

Cosmetics, £16.50) in the outer corner of the eyes and blend the edges out using a fluffy brush. We love (8) Estée Lauder Blending Shadow Brush (NEXT, £22.50). To finish, apply two coats of (9) Stila Magnum XXX™Mascara (M&S, £18) to top and bottom lashes. Now the potentially messy eyeshadow phase is done, it’s time to complete your face. Dab (10) Dior Diorskin Forever Skin Correct Moisturising Creamy Concealer (Boots, £27) under eyes and around nose to colour correct. Then buff in (11) Studio Face and Body

It’s all about the neons with this look. It’s a little bit 80s pop star, a little bit rave and a whole lot of fun. Here’s how to do it at home. First, prep the skin with (1) Avène Hydrance Light Hydrating Emulsion Moisturiser (Superdrug, £17). A dab of (2) Carmex lip balm (Boots, £3) preps your pout and deals with any dryness. Apply (3) Armani Beauty Fluid Sheer Liquid Highlighter (NEXT, £30.50) to cheekbones and the bridge of your nose for subtle sheen. Fill in brows with (4) Chanel Crayon Sourcils Sculpting Eyebrow Pencil in

Maddison wears: dress Vanilla £30, sunglasses Mango £17.99, shoes Zara £29.99

Photographer Rachell Smith Stylist Natalie Read Creative Director Jane Walker Hair and Makeup Alexis Day With special thanks to Boom Battle Bar, Watford.

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Invest in

The white dress

Prada at David Clulow £284

Thomas Sabo £198

We know it’s a classic, but park your go-to LBD for now ‘cause this spring something fresh is calling

Kurt Geiger £199

Phase Eight £99

Visit BloomsYard an independent café wine bar located on the Upper Mall at Atria Watford

H&M £69.99

Aldo £65

Get the look River Island

Psst! We love

The white dress has got serious day-to-night appeal. Consider it the ultimate SS22 blank-canvas buy to team with everything from denim jackets and sneakers through to heeled sandals and chic evening bags.

Zara £27.99

Zara £49.99

Studios at Superdry £54.99

We serve speciality coffee, an amazing selection of well-being teas, unique matcha flavours, freshly baked sweet treats and local craft beers. Why not try our range of vegan wines

Editor’s tip Don’t want to look bridal? It’s all in the accessories!

Snap and share your new-season Atria Watford style for a chance to win our prize giveaway worth £250. Just tag us #WatfordWearsItBest T&Cs apply.

and tuck into our signature ‘Picky Things’ - our take on an anti-pasti style grazing?

M&S £45

River Island £70

River Island £35

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Four ways to wear

Editor’s tip Add printed finishing touches to keep the shade from getting too same-y.

Check, please Heritage feels are always a hit and a checked blazer like this refuses to date. Pair with leather-look accessories for the full effect.

Kurt Geiger £149

Primark £25

Zara £79.99

Psst! We love

Beaverbrooks £115

Pandora £90

River Island £50

Editor’s tip Slip it over a cute tulle dress to keep the look fun.

Primark £15

Head-to-toe hues If the colour is everything, why stop at the blazer? Team with a matching co-ord for a standout look.

M&S £79

Next £32

Snap and share your new-season Atria Watford style for a chance to win our prize giveaway worth £250. Just tag us #WatfordWearsItBest T&Cs apply.

Your mission? See how many instantly elevated looks you can pull together with one killer blazer. We’ll give you a head start with four of our fave styling ideas Blazer quest

Clarks £89

Psst! We love

Mango £17.99

Necklace £95 Ring £60 Hot Diamonds X Jac Jossa at H.Samuel

Editor’s tip Glam it up with a few touches of body jewellery.

New Look £33.99

Hollister Co. £35

H&M £34.99

Levi’s £110

Work it Activewear and tailoring: unexpected, but we’re into it. Flow straight from your morning yoga

You’re a neutral Weekend coffee runs deserve a style upgrade. A muted piece makes any outfit look instantly pulled together.

Editor’s tip Wide-leg jeans like this are a must right now

sesh into your first meeting.

Schuh £40

Veja at Office £145

Yours £22.99

– for blazers and beyond.

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You complete me

Maximalist bags, stacked-up shoes, eye-catching jewellery and (of course) chic sunnies – accessory abundance has never been more appealing Giveme all the details

M&S £19.50

Psst! We love

Uniqlo £24.90

Chanel at David Clulow £528

New Look £24

Zara £19.99

Psst! We love

H&M £9.99

Go bag or go home Overpackers, this one’s def for you The teeny micro bags of the last few seasons have been fun but Fendi, Etro and Proenza Schouler all agree that now’s the time to reach for something more substantial.

Made for shade Accessorise for the summer you hope you’ll have Manifest long, sunny days and hopefully a holiday or two with a pair of new-season shades.

River Island £36

Ray-Ban at Vision Express £105

Quiz £32.99

Zara £109

Mango £19.99

Lovisa £9

Swarovski £250

Thomas Sabo £415

Office £45

M&S £49.50

Next £10

Get the look Swarovski

Real gems Embrace a full spectrum of rainbow-inspired jewels After a bit of a break from jewellery we’re going all out, all the time. Stack up those bracelets, necklaces and rings. More is officially more!

Higher power Lift your look in two seconds flat Platforms are back in a big way – from geometric sandals to retro Mary Janes. Style with floaty summer dresses or your mom jeans.

Snap and share your new-season Atria Watford style for a chance to win our prize giveaway worth £250. Just tag us #WatfordWearsItBest T&Cs apply.

River Island £50

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Catwalk beauty

Snap and share your new-season Atria Watford style for a chance to win our prize giveaway worth £250. Just tag us #WatfordWearsItBest T&Cs apply.

E.L.F. Liquid Metallic Eyeshadow in Aurora, Superdrug £6

Treat yourself to some me-time

17. Colour Glow Cream Blush in Soft Pink, Boots £4

Beauty Editor’s tip Metallics are a luxe way to take on this trend.

NYX Professional Makeup Epic Wear Eyeliner Pencil in Turquoise, Superdrug £7

Lime Crime Venus Liquid Liner in Oasis, NEXT £17.50

Beauty Editor’s tip Balance bold eyes and lips with a soft, creamy blush.

Makeup euphoria Graphic liner, glitter textures, unexpected accents – makeup is back and it’s more fun than ever before. Take your cue from one of the hottest shows around

Dazzleshadow in I Like to Watch, MAC Cosmetics £17.50

Rimmel London Wonder’swipe Liner & Shadow Instafamous, NEXT £7

Glitter in Hot Pink, MAC Cosmetics £17.50

Pixi Glitter-y Eye Quad, M&S £14

Live it up

Psst! We love

Beauty Editor’s tip Feeling daunted? Start

off with a simple sweep of coloured liquid liner.

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Beauty memo

Beauty Editor’s tip That glow influencers always seem to have is probably a good SPF! Don’t skip yours.

Fashion and Beauty Editor, Aimee Fisher, explains why this is prime salon season Big summer blowout

NUXE Prodigieux Travel Kit, M&S £19.50

Psst! Fake it to make it! Head to Aura Tan & Beauty for the best spray tan.

Our most wanted:

Beauty Editor’s tip Deep conditioning treatments a few times a week will help rescue sun-soaked hair.

Moroccanoil Restorative Hair Mask, 250ml, Regis £31.75

REN Clean Screen Mineral SPF 30, Holland & Barrett £32

Emma Hardie Plump & Glow Hydrating Facial Mist, M&S £42

Vita Liberata Highlighter Face & Body Blur Luminosity, NEXT £25

Aveda Thickening Tonic, 100ml, M&S £23

Skin Defence Multi-Protection Lotion SPF 50+, 40ml, The Body Shop £18

Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray, 200ml, Trade Secrets £26

label.m Texturising Volume Spray, Toni & Guy £15.75

Clinique Face Bronzing Gel Tint, 50ml, NEXT £20.50

Bumble and bumble Don’t Blow It Hair Styler, 150ml, Boots £25

Sun-kissed skin Your instant ticket to jet-set radiance

Psst! We love

(international trip optional) Of all the beauty looks we’ve been craving the most, that ‘two weeks away in the sun’ healthy glow comes top.

Beauty Editor’s tip Master styling this season’s sweepy bangs with the ghd Rise Volumising Hot Brush.

Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau de Parfum, 100ml, The Perfume Shop £110

Kerastase Discipline Bain Fluidealiste, 250ml, RUSH Hair & Beauty £23.50

Revolution Bronzer Reloaded Holiday Romance, Superdrug £42

Freshly topped-up balayage, beautiful braids, catching up on life at the hair-washing basin – there are a million things we’ve missed about the salon experience, and this summer we predict we’re all going to be in there. A lot. After seasons of effortless (or let’s face it, literal) ‘just woke up like this’ tresses, it’s time for something a little more put-together. So step away from the top knot, set aside the dry shampoo and embrace major hair moments – the SS22 catwalks said so. Whether you’re all about a super-high volume, 60s-style blow-dry or dreaming of

that gloss finish, you can go as playful or polished as you feel like. The only condition? That it makes you feel like your best self. Having plans you’re looking forward to is the perfect excuse to drop by for an impromptu blow-dry. And it’s also the best way to block out an hour of you-time when socialising overload eventually sets in again! Plus, Atria Watford is bursting with all the nourishing treatments and professional tools you need to keep the glam going long after your appointment ends. So consider this your cue to book in now. You and your hair totally deserve it.

L’Oréal Paris Elvive Colour Protect Wonder Water, 200ml, Superdrug £9.99

Psst! Get flip-flop ready with Adorn Beauty’s nail-strengthening treatment for hands and feet, just £12.

Hair heroes Book that blow-dry!

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Time to flex those mani-pedi skills. Or, just pay a visit to your fave nail bar! Nailed it From bright shades to cute little details, there’s no better way to finish off a look than with nails that look so now.

NX Gel Effect Nail Polish, NEXT £6

Nail set, Claire’s £10

Here’s where to go for the best hair in town. Tailored blow-dry POA at Regis 01923 241025. Blow-dry from £35 at RUSH Hair & Beauty 01923 604777. Cut and blow-dry from £50 at Toni & Guy 01923 210555. Shampoo, cut and finish from £52 at Trade Secret 01923 242116.

Psst! Head to the Superdrug

ghd Rise Volumising Hot Brush,

Beauty Editor’s tip Mani too fiddly? Fake (nail) it ‘til you make it!

NAILS.INC 45 Second Speedy Gloss in Purple, M&S £6

Beauty Studio for a speedy gel manicure.

Superdrug Studio False Nails Bright Colour Tips, Superdrug £4.99

NEXT £169

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Health

Gut instinct

Simple Kind to Skin Coconut Water Hydrating Sheet Mask,

Our super supplements selection Take an inside-out approach, starting with good gut health

Serving up a healthy, happy body Don’t neglect your body! Here are two easy solutions

Boots £3.45

Beauty Editor’s tip

Formulas with probiotics can help sensitised skin to feel calmer.

PSA GOALS Multi Acids & Probiotics Perfecting Night Serum, 30ml, Boots, £37

Aurelia London Probiotic Blemish Hero, NEXT £18

Aroma Active Laboratories SOS Stomach Massage Oil, Boots £12

Probio7 Advanced Formula (60 Capsules), Holland & Barrett £17.25

Go pro(biotic) Easy ways to introduce these ingredients into your beauty routine

Beauty Editor’s tip Prebiotics and

probiotics aren’t the same but they do work together!

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Starpowa Friendly Gut Bacteria Blueberry Flavoured (30 Gummies), Holland & Barrett £19.99

Korres Greek Yoghurt Nourishing Probiotic Gel-Cream, 40ml, NEXT £29

Probiotics and fermented ingredients are making serious wellness waves. We’re here to break down why

From kombucha to kefir, fermented ingredients come with a heap of body-boosting benefits. Easing digestion, helping the absorption of certain vitamins and minerals, and restoring the balance of bacteria in the gut are just some of the bonuses. Ingredients that promote good gut health can also work for the surface of the skin – and brands like Aurelia London have pioneered the use of probiotics in skincare. In the same way

that the balancing properties of probiotics are believed to soothe from within, topical blends can help to calm the skin’s inflammatory response and tackle a range of concerns like redness and sensitivity. While not all fermented ingredients contain probiotics, and not all probiotics are fermented, these are two rising, interconnected wellness trends that you’ll definitely want to check out. Trust us, we’ve got a gut feeling about it.

Remember when rice water took over TikTok as a hair hack? Well, despite its seemingly sudden popularity, fermented ingredients like this are among the world’s oldest secrets for wellbeing – inside and out. We’re learning more than ever before about the power of the gut microbiome. Did you know, it can affect everything from our immunity to our mood, our brain and the workings of the nervous system?

Acnecide Purifide Microbiome Equalizer, 50ml, Superdrug £14.99

MURAD Prebiotic 4-in-1 MultiCleanser, 100ml, M&S £38

Garnier Intensive 7 Days Ultra- Replenishing Lotion, 400ml, Superdrug £5.25

Wellbio Live Cultures Extra Strength 20 Billion, Superdrug £26.95

Gentle & Balance Micellar Shampoo, 300ml, L’Occitane £19.50

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Homes

Rug, NEXT £100

Get the look NEXT

NEXT £130

Editor’s tip Natural doesn’t mean losing personality – just take this toucan lamp.

Editor’s tip If you’re too busy to be a plant parent, artificial is the way to go.

M&S £22.50

M&S £19.50

Get the look Typo

Primark £7

OUTSIDE IN Give your home that laid-back summer-evening feel It’s a universal truth that everything feels better in summer. So give yourself and your home an instant mood boost by warming your space up with inviting botanical-inspired shapes, reactive glazes and Get the look M&S Wall art, NEXT £20 NEXT £24 NEXT £70 NEXT £20

Flying Tiger Copenhagen £2

Set of 2, M&S £19.50

Editor’s tip It’s all in the little things! Placemats are a great way to add texture.

Set of four placemats, NEXT £48

Psst! Find the new NEXT store in the Atrium

wooden furniture. Oh, and plenty of plants, of course.

NEXT £550

Primark £7

NEXT £24

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Primark £10

Primark £5

Set of four prints, NEXT £100

Get the look NEXT

M&S £229

NEXT £450

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Next gen

FatFace £15

Zara £15.99

H&M £14.99

Vision Express £25

FatFace £12.50

Joules £16.95

Make

Choose cute suits or cover-up options for sun-shy young skin.

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M&S £8

FatFace £15

Igor at Schuh £22

FatFace £20

Speedo at Sports Direct £14

Get the look M&S

Get the look Zara

BEACH DAYS

Joules £19.95

M&S £7

Come out

Sunny style picks for those long overdue holidays

Get the look Primark

Joules £14.95

Water-pistol battles, quoits, swingbat – the best outdoor games never change.

After indoor dullness, outdoor adventures call for lots of colour. Soft pastel shades, primary brights and graphic prints all equal fun!

FatFace £12.50

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H&M £14.99

The Works £3

Flying Tiger Copenhagen £20

The Entertainer £25

Clarks £44

Psst! Check out new toy store Toy Galaxy to load up on fun

FatFace £24

Claire’s £14

The Works £15

Sports Direct £5.99

Joules £24.95

M&S £12

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Eating out

Let’s eat! Atria Watford has all the food and drink options you need – from floral cocktails to the finest French cuisine

menu, vegan menu and gluten-free options, there’s no need for anyone to miss out here. Las Iguanas Make the most of the rays and eat al fresco. Picky dishes like Tapas Bundles are a great start – we love the squeaky pan-fried Brazilian Beach Cheese, Chicken Quesadilla, and Calamares served with aioli and sprinkled with seaweed salt. Mains include juicy Argentinian burgers and grills and richly spiced Brazilian curries. For vegans, the Jackfruit Curry with pulled jackfruit is a must. Did we mention the 2FOR1 happy hour cocktails served up all day every day? That should get an RSVP from any slackers! Al-fresco dining   Heriot Cakes Celebrating at home? A show-stopping number fromHeriot Cakes is just the thing. The Dinosaur Celebration Cake works for kids’ birthdays – and they get to keep the two dinos it comes with. For grown-ups, the signature drip cake is pretty special. Serve with a bottle of fizz.

Creative cocktails

Our summer’s all about botanical drinks and beautiful people

There’s nothing better than floral and fruity cocktails on a warm summer’s eve. So gather the girls, glamup (absolutely no tracksuit bottoms allowed) and enjoy a much-needed catch up over these sophisticated drinks choices.

and elderflower, Gordon’s pink gin, lemonade, mint leaves and blueberries is the taste of our summer!

The Florist Rhubarb in Bloom combines traditional

flavours: rhubarb liqueur, rhubarb and violet cordial, and classic ginger ale with a healthy splosh of Portobello Road Gin. Pair with a floral frock – blooming lovely.

Casio Lounge Make ours an Elderflower Rosé Cooler (or two). Belsazar Rosé Vermouth Salad season

Face to face

Organise a get-together that doesn’t involve Zoom, Teams or Google Meet!

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We’ve all missed our loved ones – and, after working from home for so long, even our most annoying colleagues! Here are the best places to finally catch up with family, friends and workmates in real life. Whether it’s a long lunch or a leisurely dinner, these comfy dining places allow you to sit back and indulge. Because let’s face it, we could all do with a break from our own cooking. Côte Brasserie The sophisticated cuisine at Côte Brasserie always hits le spot . Seasonal dishes include starters like Confit Duck & Blood Orange Salad with watercress, courgette and fine bean salad. For mains try the

beans and courgettes, and a helping of asparagus.

Keep it fresh and fun

We tried, we loved: Cafe Giardino’s jacket potato filled with meatballs and tomato sauce. Bellissima!

A French-style two-hour lunch and a couple of glasses of vino sounds trés bien to us! Pizza Express Pizza Express is an easy crowd-pleaser – who doesn’t like pizza? New menu items include the Pollo Pancetta pizza, a winning combo of crispy Italian pancetta, chicken, roasted peppers and parsley. There’s also the new vegan starter Hot Jalapeño Dough Balls. The eatery’s ‘hottest Dough Balls yet’, they’re coated with spices and come with more spicy dipping salsa. With its kids’ Piccolo

Feel healthy, energised and full of beans by ticking off your five-a-day with a fresh salad choice. We’re all whatever your shape, but we love the natural glow these vitamin-packed options can help deliver. Add sides of protein and carbs too – we need filling up! about body confidence

Tortilla When the sun shines, we say bring on the burritos! Bag yourself

Cafe Giardino Head here to create your own mix of salad (choose four or six varieties) and add luxe protein toppings like crayfish and avocado or smoked salmon. Yum!

M&S Café Dump your bags and pile your plate up with freshly made salad options. Expect colourful, crunchy veg and leaves drizzled with a zingy signature dressing.

YO! Sushi A selection of tuna and

an outside spot here and order toasted flour tortillas packed with spicy fillings and hand-smashed guacamole. There’s also the option of a naked burrito – all the tasty fillings minus the tortilla. We recommended scooping up with a side of tortilla chips. Frozen margaritas all round por favor .

salmon sashimi, edamame beans with salt and spring onions, and kaiso seaweed in a su-miso dressing

Tartiflette, a French Alpine dish of potato gratin with bacon lardons and rich Reblochon cheese. Vegans and vegetarians are also catered for – try a starter of Beet Tartare with fragrant basil oil and sourdough croutes then Risotto Verte dotted with peas, broad

makes a great salad combo.

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