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The Guardian
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘People told me it gave them a sense of hope': Ismail Zaidy's best phone picture
Ismail Zaidy took this image, with the help of his siblings, in the gardens of the famous La Mamounia hotel in Marrakech. The Moroccan photographer received special authorisation to shoot there in 2021, when Covid restrictions were in place. He took his brother, Othmane, as shoot assistant and his sister, Fatimazahra, was the model in the image, wearing a vintage dress their mum had bought at a flea market. The small team fixed flowers to a plastic sheet and took a number of shots over a three-hour period; Othmane appeared in some, too. Zaidy recalls what a treat it felt to be outside. 'Getting access to open spaces was limited, so being outdoors – even briefly – felt refreshing and special,' he says. ' It was a fairly chaotic period for all of us, but over time things calmed down and we found a rhythm. It actually gave us more time to create together.' Fatimazahra was 18 at the time, and Zaidy notes how 'her thoughtful personality is reflected in the mood of the image. In the end, I selected one with her eyes closed because it felt calm and quiet.' When Zaidy first shared this photo during the pandemic, he got a flood of positive feedback. 'People told me it gave them a sense of peace and hope. That was exactly my intention. I wanted it to bring optimism in uncertain times. Knowing it had that effect made me feel truly happy.'
The Guardian
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘People told me it gave them a sense of hope': Ismail Zaidy's best phone picture
Ismail Zaidy took this image, with the help of his siblings, in the gardens of the famous La Mamounia hotel in Marrakech. The Moroccan photographer received special authorisation to shoot there in 2021, when Covid restrictions were in place. He took his brother, Othmane, as shoot assistant and his sister, Fatimazahra, was the model in the image, wearing a vintage dress their mum had bought at a flea market. The small team fixed flowers to a plastic sheet and took a number of shots over a three-hour period; Othmane appeared in some, too. Zaidy recalls what a treat it felt to be outside. 'Getting access to open spaces was limited, so being outdoors – even briefly – felt refreshing and special,' he says. ' It was a fairly chaotic period for all of us, but over time things calmed down and we found a rhythm. It actually gave us more time to create together.' Fatimazahra was 18 at the time, and Zaidy notes how 'her thoughtful personality is reflected in the mood of the image. In the end, I selected one with her eyes closed because it felt calm and quiet.' When Zaidy first shared this photo during the pandemic, he got a flood of positive feedback. 'People told me it gave them a sense of peace and hope. That was exactly my intention. I wanted it to bring optimism in uncertain times. Knowing it had that effect made me feel truly happy.'
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Emporio Armani Men's Spring 2026: All Aboard the Marrakech Express
Out of an abundance of caution, Giorgio Armani's PR team preempted shock and wanton speculation and indicated Friday that the designer was recovering at home from an ailment and would not take the bow at his Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani shows during men's fashion week in Milan. Leo Dell'Orco, head of menswear design, did the honors Saturday night, wearing a navy T-shirt and pants, just like the maestro. 'Mr. Armani has worked with his usual dedication on the collections that will be presented. Although he cannot be there in person, he will closely follow every phase of the shows,' the company assured. More from WWD Giorgio Armani Won't Take a Final Bow After His Shows at Milan Men's Fashion Week Addison Rae Dons Winged Eyeliner and Punk-inspired Shadow Makeup in her 'Times Like These' Music Video EssilorLuxottica Expands Med-tech Strategy With Acquisition of Ophthalmology Platform Optegra So what a surprise to see that Armani had thrown caution to the wind with a transporting and daring Emporio collection of flowing tunics, harem pants, gauzy tailoring, ponchos and carpet bags, evoking seminal campaigns from the '90s shot in Morocco by Aldo Fallai. The designer opened his display with a blink-and-you-missed-it parade of EA7 Emporio Armani performance wear that gave off 'Dune' vibes with its vaguely futuristic/dystopian layers, and a soundtrack of howling winds. And then suddenly we were thrust into the bustling markets of Marrakech, this one peopled with handsome men whisking by in wide-legged trousers, fringed suede bombers, scarf-like tops and boxy, flowing suits in printed pajama silks. In a Milan season when most designers are playing it safe, Armani stuck out his neck with lustrous, gold-flecked fabrics, mosaic prints, dense embroideries, tassels, passementerie trim, feathers and beading. The collection could be costume-y at times, and there was precious little one could wear to the office, but it delivered a jolt of wanderlust. Not so long ago, designers avoided referencing faraway places, fearing accusations of cultural appropriation — and many still do. Armani titled his collection 'Origins,' and said it 'returned to a founding principle of his aesthetic: a genuine interest in other cultures.' We are all richer for it. Get well soon, Mr. Armani! Launch Gallery: Emporio Armani Men's Spring 2026 Ready-To-Wear Collection Best of WWD Windowsen RTW Spring 2022 Louis Shengtao Chen RTW Spring 2022 Vegan Fashion Week Returns to L.A. With Nous Etudions, Vegan Tiger on the Runway
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dani Dyer 'set to sign up for Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins'
Dani Dyer is set to star in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The former Love Island star is expected to join the cast of the Channel 4 show, which sees celebrities pushed to their limit as they try to pass SAS selection, guided by an elite team of ex-special forces operators from the UK and USA. A source told The Sun newspaper: "Dani may be small in stature but she's incredibly tough. "Any woman who can juggle working while being a mum to three children under four is impressive - and that's the woman Dani's friends and family see on a daily basis. "Celebrity SAS is a really difficult show, both mentally and physically. It will push her to her limits but she can't wait to get started. "If people thought her dad Danny was the hardman of the family, wait until they see what Dani's capable of." Stars are expected to fly out to Marrakech, Morocco, soon to shoot the next series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The 28-year-old reality TV star - who recently married West Ham United and England star Jarrod Bowen - is also said to have signed up to appear in this year's Strictly Come Dancing series. A Strictly insider recently told The Sun on Sunday newspaper: "Bosses are thrilled she's agreed to take part and are ironing out her fee. "She's bubbly, down-to-earth and straight-talking and producers reckon she'll make an ideal contestant - not to mention the bonus of having Jarrod and dad Danny in the audience supporting her." Dani - the daughter of former EastEnders actor Danny Dyer - shot to fame in 2018 when she appeared on reality TV show Survival of the Fittest. She had to quit the programme early through injury, but she went on to win Love Island that year alongside then-boyfriend Jack Fincham.
The Guardian
2 days ago
- General
- The Guardian
How to turn the whole carrot, from leaf to root, into a Moroccan-spiced stew – recipe
Today's warming recipe makes a hero of the whole carrot from root to leaf, and sits somewhere between a roast and a stew. The lush green tops are turned into a punchy chermoula that is stirred into the sauce and used as a garnish. One image has stayed with me ever since a journey through a small Moroccan village near Taghazout, just west of Marrakech, all of 12 years ago. Bright orange carrots lay in vast heaps on contrasting blue tarpaulin spread across the ground. I was especially struck by how the vast majority of each pile was green with the feathery foliage that was still attached to the roots we love. The carrot is so often robbed of its crowning glory before it reaches the supermarket shelf, but when you find a bunch with those vibrant tops intact, you're getting two ingredients for the price of one. Those super-nutritious greens can be stirred into stews, tossed with other leaves, or blended into bright green sauces such as a pesto today's punchy chermoula, a piquant North African herb sauce that adds brightness and depth to this warming stew. Serves 4-6 For the spiced carrots 1 bunch carrots (about 600g), with foliage attached 650g new potatoes, halved 2 red or white onions, peeled and cut into thin wedges 4–5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Juice and finely grated zest of ½ organic unwaxed lemon 6 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed 5 tsp ras el hanout, or your own blend featuring cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika and/or ginger 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes 2 x 400g tins chickpeas, including their liquid (or 1 x 550g jar) 50g toasted chopped almonds, or walnuts or hazelnuts Cooked couscous, or barley or quinoa, to serve Yoghurt, to serve For the chermoula 2 tsp cumin seeds 2 tsp coriander seeds 1 tsp sweet paprika 1 tsp sea salt 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 red chilli, diced, or 1–2 tsp cayenne pepper 60g carrot tops (stalks and leaves) Juice and finely grated zest of ½ organic unwaxed lemon, or 1 tbsp chopped preserved lemon 100ml extra-virgin olive oil Heat the oven to 190C (fan). Separate the carrot tops from the roots. Wash both thoroughly and set the tops aside for the chermoula. Put the carrots (about 450g), whole or halved if thick, 650g new potatoes and two red or white onions (cut into wedges) on a large tin. Drizzle with olive oil, cover with parchment and roast. After 35 minutes, remove the parchment and cook for another 15–25 minutes, until charred and tender. Mix in the lemon zest and juice (or the chopped preserved lemon), six lightly crushed garlic cloves and five teaspoons of ras el hanout (or your own blend) and roast for 10 more minutes. Stir in any leftover carrot tops (roughly chopped), the chopped tomatoes and the undrained chickpeas and roast for a final 15 minutes, until hot and bubbling. Meanwhile, make the chermoula: toast the cumin and coriander seeds in a dry pan, then grind to a powder. Add the paprika, sea salt, garlic and diced red chilli, pound to a rough paste, then smash in 60g chopped carrot tops. Mix in the lemon juice and zest and extra-virgin olive oil, then season to taste. Dot spoonfuls of chermoula on the carrots in the tray, scatter over the crushed nuts and a few extra sprigs of carrot tops, and serve with couscous and yoghurt on the side.
