Ever wanted to grab as many experts as you could and question them for insights? Well, the new finishing school MT Style Clinic has done just that through its extensive and enticing programme for women. Jo Caruana persuaded them all to share some of the tricks of their trades.
By the time I walk into Hugo's Lounge in Paceville, our base for the afternoon, I notice that the chat is already animated.
One "expert" argues with another about the importance of understanding wine, while others are discussing politics, culture, history, hair, skin care, wardrobe management and more such subjects while generally putting the world to rights. It's a meeting of minds and pretty much what you would expect from a gathering of many of Malta's gurus.
The occasion is the continuing success of Malta's first finishing school for women, the MT Style Clinic, which was launched by Nirvana Azzopardi and Francesca Rizzo earlier this year. The idea behind it was to offer women a chance to escape the humdrum of daily life and make time for themselves while learning exciting hints, tips and life lessons from the very best local professionals around.
Thus far it's been a resounding success and its first 12-week session, which will draw to a close shortly, was packed to capacity with 16 women from all backgrounds and walks of life who eagerly looked forward to their Tuesday night instalment of one discipline or another.
"The course aims to teach women a bit of everything," explained Ms Azzorpardi who has been thrilled with the thumbs-up feedback that the course's current students have all given it. "It touches on everything from poise and deportment, to wine tasting, skin care and wardrobe management, so there's no stone left unturned.
"The course isn't trying to prove anything, it's simply showing that with a bit of time and effort, and despite all the life experiences that many of these women have already had, there's always something new and exciting to be gained from a little self-investment.
"The girls always leave the clinic each week with a smile on their faces as they go out into the world ready to put what they've learnt into practice. They always receive a related gift to take home with them at the end of the session so that they will be inspired to keep caring for themselves even once the clinic has closed its door for the evening."
Back to the experts currently all chatting away over their sushi and soup, I can't resist asking them for a quick insight into what benefits each of them could offer a woman's daily life. Their answers are clearly just a taster of what they have to offer but could equally be just the ticket you need to kick-starting a positive change in your life which, at the end of the day, is exactly what the Style Clinic is all about.
Picture: As one of the founders Nirvana Azzopardi believes that everyone deserves to feel and look their best.
Norma Saliba - culture and general knowledge expert
Journalist, newscaster and mother to her three-year-old son
Norma graduated from the University of Malta in contempory Mediterranean studies which is largely a general knowledge subject and went on to read for her Masters degree in European Studies.
"It is very important to be aware of the world around us and be able to talk about current affairs and world issues, so I used my class as an opportunity to bring the girls up to speed on art, culture, geography, history and politics; it was a complete crash course as we only had two hours but it was very interesting," she said. "Sometimes people aren't aware of current affairs and in a conversation it's not only the weather that counts, you need to be aware of a wide variety of topics so that when you socialise you can contribute to varying conversations."
Norma's top tips
• Watch the news and read the newspapers to update yourself on what's going on around you.
• Read general knowledge magazines like Time, The Economist, Focus and so on as they give concise information on various issues.
• Browse the internet for unlimited access of information; always check that the sources are reliable though.
• Start off by reading books which are not too technical or academic.
• To test your knowledge, watch quizzes on television or play them on the internet.
Tessa Pisani - poise and deportment
Teacher of modelling
Tessa qualified at the London Academy of Modelling in London and gained several diplomas in photographic and catwalk make-up and beauty. Recently she spent time in Thailand to obtain her yoga certificate and has now branched into teaching yoga.
"Such a course as the MT Style Clinic should start from a young age. People should be aware of themselves whatever they are doing, and courses such as this make you see your good points over your bad ones, which is very important," she said. "You quickly realise that it's not only marks at school that count, but that the way which you portray yourself is equally vital to a successful life. You can wear as much make-up as you like but if you lack grace and poise, then you will not shine.
"Being happy will send off a better image to other people; we are naturally drawn to those who smile."
Tessa's top tips
• Don't be negative.
• Don't judge yourself.
• Always look on the positive side; you can turn a negative into a positive quite easily.
• Always be aware of yourself, the way you are sitting down or standing up and the image that it portrays. Don't slouch.
• Never frown. You cause less wrinkles when you smile!
Francesca Rizzo - skin care and make-up expert
Aesthetician for a local salon
Francesca teaches both of her fields of expertise as separate classes at the style clinic. She trained at Steiner in Mayfair, London for three years and did a post-graduate in beauty. She has worked locally for 12 years and can regularly be seen doing makeovers and teaches beauty and skin care on television.
"Anybody can look better; it just takes a little knowledge. Once you know the tricks of the trade you can cheat on looking better and enhance your best features.
"Skin is probably the first thing we notice about each other. You can determine someone's age, health, lifestyle and background all from the skin. Caring about one's skin is actually giving extra time to yourself. In this day and age we need to pamper ourselves and caring for our skin gives us that excuse. We only have one skin and our face is the only part of our body that isn't covered at one point or another; it's open to so many external damages and we need to be extra aware of it."
Francesca's top tips
• Sunscreen is the most important thing for your facial regime. I am obsessed with wearing sun screen. If you want a tan, wear a fake one.
• Splurge on one good product rather than buying three inferior ones.
• Treat yourself to a customised facial. You have to find the root of the problem rather than assume that everyone is the same.
• A good eyebrow shape can be an instant facelift.
• If one has no idea about make-up application it's best to go with neutrals - sheer tints, loose powder, blusher, mascara and gloss. If you're going to be a bit more adventurous try taking a lesson to discover the last trends and tricks.
• Use make-up according to your age. As you age start softening your colours and steer away from drastic or dramatic looks. Find a look that suits you because there are products for every age and skin type.
Luke Engerer - wardrobe management expert
Regional sales manager for a language school and stylist for a local fashion magazine
Luke worked in fashion for six years, dabbling in all aspects from retail and PR to organising fashion shows and currently enjoys styling regular fashion shoots.
"I think there is always a big need for personal development in general and a bit of education in life management goes a long way," he said. "First impressions are extremely important, and people make their judgements of you - good or bad - within the first few seconds of meeting you. Therefore, it's always important to be dressed appropriately for whatever occasion you are attending as what you wear can instantly say a lot about you.
"Wardrobe management doesn't just teach about fashion - fashion in itself is more of an art and cannot apply to everyone - I advise people to dress for their personality, body shape and lifestyle as well as how to build a sensible wardrobe that will last."
Luke's top tips
• Dress specifically for the occasion. For example, never wear anything too elaborate for work - such as dangly, noisy jewellery. Always try to look the part that you are trying to portray.
• Not all that's fashionable is going to suit you - be selective with it. Be aware of your body shape and dress accordingly and appropriately.
• Wear your clothes with confidence - people can tell when you're unsure of what you're wearing.
• Don't shop for something specific, shop with an open mind.
• Try on things that you wouldn't normally wear, they may surprise you.
Bianca Rizzo - hair care expert
Hairstylist at Alfie's Salon
Bianca trained locally before moving to London to train at the Vidal Sassoon Academy where she obtained nine diplomas.
"People often take their hair care for granted, forgetting that hair ages too and that you have to preserve what you have. Depending on your hair's texture it can change dramatically due to physical and chemical abuse.
"The right haircut and colour is meant to bring out the best of your face shape and complexion so it's really worth investing in."
Bianca's top tips
• Always try to wear a hat in summer when exposed to sunlight.
• Always go to a hairdresser for advice before doing something yourself at home. Consultation is the most important part of hairdressing. Be careful when you use home colours, the way a colour looks on the packet may not look the same on you.
• Hair is most fragile when wet so take care and treat it gently.
• Use the right products for your hair type. Seek advice and take an interest in what each product does.
• Trim your hair regularly, ideally every eight to 10 weeks.
Alan Pace - fitness expert
Gym manager
Alan has been working in the fitness industry for over 12 years with a resumé that includes time spent in Italy and England. He can regularly be seen on local television and specialises in the female body type.
"Men and women need a different approach to their workouts. Because they are so different, women need different exercises and regimes. Moreover, there are four different female body types - X, cylindrical, pear and apple shaped and therefore there are four different approaches to how each should be trained.
"Fitness should be foremost on people's agendas. People train not only to feel good but also to look good. You can never be fully satisfied so you should keep going."
Alan's top tips
• Start off with taking a good, long look at yourself, be aware of what you see and make a decision to change it.
• Define a deep-end goal and break it into smaller ones that can be achieved regularly, like losing a kilo a week.
• Establish a routine, jot down exercises or seek help from a trainer.
• Stick to it - find a motivation like going to workouts with a friend.
• Enjoy the results and reward yourself with something whether it's new clothes, a day out or a holiday.
Joséf Bonello - wine expert
Wine adviser for Master Group
JosEf graduated with a WSET Higher Certificate but more importantly has almost 15 years' experience with working in the marketing and selling of both local and foreign wines in Malta. Even more importantly, he is very passionate about everything that has anything to do with the making of fine wine.
"I think the Style Clinic is an excellent idea that attacks the myth that education is only the prerogative of full-time students. We should all be looking at constantly enriching our knowledge with as vast a subject base as possible."
"I feel that it is such a pity that many wine drinkers stick to 'their' wine and never venture out and try different styles of which there are innumerable. But maybe the most important factor is that the wine world is laden with culture, as each fine wine has a story to tell, intimately linked with cultural and historical aspects of our lives. Wine is not just another alcoholic beverage. The diversity, complexity and intrigue that a bottle of wine has to offer need to become more appreciated by more people."
Joséf's top tips
• Wine makes acquaintances out of complete strangers.
• Wine makes good friends out of mere acquaintances.
• Drink whatever you wish to with whatever you're eating, you don't have to stick to what the rules say.
• Gustibus mens dat incrementum - knowledge enhances sensory perception - hence, the more you learn about wine, the better equipped you are to pick the right one for your mood, food accompaniment or simple fancy.
Genevieve Abela Cefai - personal development expert
Personal and social development teacher
Genevieve trained in psychology and personal and social development and has nine years' experience in the field.
"Personal development is important to a course like the Style Clinic because you need to be comfortable with yourself as a person on the inside before you can project good things on the outside.
"We rarely stop and think about who we really are, and self-awareness is one of the keys to empowerment. My lecture can be difficult because I ask questions like 'when was the last time you stopped and thought about what you like about yourself' - people are used to constantly criticising themselves so it's not as easy as it sounds. As women we tend to put up a resistance against putting ourselves first, and that's never a good thing."
Genevieve's top tips
• Schedule time for yourself rather than assuming that it's there - this is your time and no one else's.
• Allow positive self-thought. Sometimes you need to thank and appreciate yourself.
• Allow yourself not to be perfect, perfection would be very boring.
• You have to believe in yourself and to respect yourself in order to be believed in and respected.
• Learn to love yourself with all your flaws and imperfections because they make you unique.
Gloria Mizzi - manners and etiquette expert
Television producer and presenter with a particular interest in cookery
Although Gloria has no particular training in the field she has been around, seen and done it all.
"I was brought up to appreciate courtesy, manners and comportment. It is one of the primary things that make a woman a lady and it should be part of your way of life; it gives you an extra edge.
"Certain things like punctuality, answering the phone in a polite way, saying thank you and acknowledging invitations may seem basic but are extremely important. It's also vital not to raise your voice and not to interrupt. We have a habit of being rowdy so it's important to learn to control that.
"There is always something one can learn, it seemly goes towards creating a complete picture of what a lady should be."
Gloria's top tips
• Always be punctual.
• Don't raise your voice too much when talking - it's jarring to ears and you get nowhere by shouting.
• Have enough general knowledge to keep up a good conversation.
• Know how to entertain at home.
• When you phone someone remember to give your name and be polite.
• Try to be cool, calm and collected whatever the situation may be.
Maria Ellul
Currently works with the Health Promotion Department
Maria obtained her first degree in pharmacy and followed it up with a postgraduate in human nutrition and has been working locally in this field since 1992.
"Initiatives like the MT Style Clinic are relatively novel on the Maltese scene and it is a new niche for selective individuals wanting to look and feel their personal best. Such a programme necessitates the inclusion of health issues so as to give a full picture of what is required in looking and feeling good."
Maria's top tips
• Start your day with breakfast.
• Plan your meals around your day to avoid binging later on.
• Make sure you include a total of five portions of fruit and vegetables every day.
• Lower your daily consumption of sugar, sugary and fatty foods.
• Include fish (white and oil-rich) regularly in the week as much as your finances allow.
• Keep a healthy body weight (BMI 18.5 - 24.9) (BMI = weight in kilos/height X height in metres).
• A new course of the MT Style Clinic kicks off on May 9 - there are still a few places left. More information may be obtained by phone on 7979 4242 or online at www.mystyleclinic.com.
As a special Mother's Day offer, a 15 per cent discount is being given to mothers and daughters who enrol for the course.
By the time I walk into Hugo's Lounge in Paceville, our base for the afternoon, I notice that the chat is already animated.One "expert" argues with another about the importance of understanding wine, while others are discussing politics, culture, history, hair, skin care, wardrobe management and more such subjects while generally putting the world to rights. It's a meeting of minds and pretty much what you would expect from a gathering of many of Malta's gurus.
The occasion is the continuing success of Malta's first finishing school for women, the MT Style Clinic, which was launched by Nirvana Azzopardi and Francesca Rizzo earlier this year. The idea behind it was to offer women a chance to escape the humdrum of daily life and make time for themselves while learning exciting hints, tips and life lessons from the very best local professionals around.
Thus far it's been a resounding success and its first 12-week session, which will draw to a close shortly, was packed to capacity with 16 women from all backgrounds and walks of life who eagerly looked forward to their Tuesday night instalment of one discipline or another.
"The course aims to teach women a bit of everything," explained Ms Azzorpardi who has been thrilled with the thumbs-up feedback that the course's current students have all given it. "It touches on everything from poise and deportment, to wine tasting, skin care and wardrobe management, so there's no stone left unturned.
"The course isn't trying to prove anything, it's simply showing that with a bit of time and effort, and despite all the life experiences that many of these women have already had, there's always something new and exciting to be gained from a little self-investment.
"The girls always leave the clinic each week with a smile on their faces as they go out into the world ready to put what they've learnt into practice. They always receive a related gift to take home with them at the end of the session so that they will be inspired to keep caring for themselves even once the clinic has closed its door for the evening."
Back to the experts currently all chatting away over their sushi and soup, I can't resist asking them for a quick insight into what benefits each of them could offer a woman's daily life. Their answers are clearly just a taster of what they have to offer but could equally be just the ticket you need to kick-starting a positive change in your life which, at the end of the day, is exactly what the Style Clinic is all about.
Picture: As one of the founders Nirvana Azzopardi believes that everyone deserves to feel and look their best.
Norma Saliba - culture and general knowledge expert
Journalist, newscaster and mother to her three-year-old sonNorma graduated from the University of Malta in contempory Mediterranean studies which is largely a general knowledge subject and went on to read for her Masters degree in European Studies.
"It is very important to be aware of the world around us and be able to talk about current affairs and world issues, so I used my class as an opportunity to bring the girls up to speed on art, culture, geography, history and politics; it was a complete crash course as we only had two hours but it was very interesting," she said. "Sometimes people aren't aware of current affairs and in a conversation it's not only the weather that counts, you need to be aware of a wide variety of topics so that when you socialise you can contribute to varying conversations."
Norma's top tips
• Watch the news and read the newspapers to update yourself on what's going on around you.
• Read general knowledge magazines like Time, The Economist, Focus and so on as they give concise information on various issues.
• Browse the internet for unlimited access of information; always check that the sources are reliable though.
• Start off by reading books which are not too technical or academic.
• To test your knowledge, watch quizzes on television or play them on the internet.
Tessa Pisani - poise and deportment
Teacher of modellingTessa qualified at the London Academy of Modelling in London and gained several diplomas in photographic and catwalk make-up and beauty. Recently she spent time in Thailand to obtain her yoga certificate and has now branched into teaching yoga.
"Such a course as the MT Style Clinic should start from a young age. People should be aware of themselves whatever they are doing, and courses such as this make you see your good points over your bad ones, which is very important," she said. "You quickly realise that it's not only marks at school that count, but that the way which you portray yourself is equally vital to a successful life. You can wear as much make-up as you like but if you lack grace and poise, then you will not shine.
"Being happy will send off a better image to other people; we are naturally drawn to those who smile."
Tessa's top tips
• Don't be negative.
• Don't judge yourself.
• Always look on the positive side; you can turn a negative into a positive quite easily.
• Always be aware of yourself, the way you are sitting down or standing up and the image that it portrays. Don't slouch.
• Never frown. You cause less wrinkles when you smile!
Francesca Rizzo - skin care and make-up expert
Aesthetician for a local salon
Francesca teaches both of her fields of expertise as separate classes at the style clinic. She trained at Steiner in Mayfair, London for three years and did a post-graduate in beauty. She has worked locally for 12 years and can regularly be seen doing makeovers and teaches beauty and skin care on television.
"Anybody can look better; it just takes a little knowledge. Once you know the tricks of the trade you can cheat on looking better and enhance your best features.
"Skin is probably the first thing we notice about each other. You can determine someone's age, health, lifestyle and background all from the skin. Caring about one's skin is actually giving extra time to yourself. In this day and age we need to pamper ourselves and caring for our skin gives us that excuse. We only have one skin and our face is the only part of our body that isn't covered at one point or another; it's open to so many external damages and we need to be extra aware of it."
Francesca's top tips
• Sunscreen is the most important thing for your facial regime. I am obsessed with wearing sun screen. If you want a tan, wear a fake one.
• Splurge on one good product rather than buying three inferior ones.
• Treat yourself to a customised facial. You have to find the root of the problem rather than assume that everyone is the same.
• A good eyebrow shape can be an instant facelift.
• If one has no idea about make-up application it's best to go with neutrals - sheer tints, loose powder, blusher, mascara and gloss. If you're going to be a bit more adventurous try taking a lesson to discover the last trends and tricks.
• Use make-up according to your age. As you age start softening your colours and steer away from drastic or dramatic looks. Find a look that suits you because there are products for every age and skin type.
Luke Engerer - wardrobe management expert
Regional sales manager for a language school and stylist for a local fashion magazineLuke worked in fashion for six years, dabbling in all aspects from retail and PR to organising fashion shows and currently enjoys styling regular fashion shoots.
"I think there is always a big need for personal development in general and a bit of education in life management goes a long way," he said. "First impressions are extremely important, and people make their judgements of you - good or bad - within the first few seconds of meeting you. Therefore, it's always important to be dressed appropriately for whatever occasion you are attending as what you wear can instantly say a lot about you.
"Wardrobe management doesn't just teach about fashion - fashion in itself is more of an art and cannot apply to everyone - I advise people to dress for their personality, body shape and lifestyle as well as how to build a sensible wardrobe that will last."
Luke's top tips
• Dress specifically for the occasion. For example, never wear anything too elaborate for work - such as dangly, noisy jewellery. Always try to look the part that you are trying to portray.
• Not all that's fashionable is going to suit you - be selective with it. Be aware of your body shape and dress accordingly and appropriately.
• Wear your clothes with confidence - people can tell when you're unsure of what you're wearing.
• Don't shop for something specific, shop with an open mind.
• Try on things that you wouldn't normally wear, they may surprise you.
Bianca Rizzo - hair care expert
Hairstylist at Alfie's Salon
Bianca trained locally before moving to London to train at the Vidal Sassoon Academy where she obtained nine diplomas.
"People often take their hair care for granted, forgetting that hair ages too and that you have to preserve what you have. Depending on your hair's texture it can change dramatically due to physical and chemical abuse.
"The right haircut and colour is meant to bring out the best of your face shape and complexion so it's really worth investing in."
Bianca's top tips
• Always try to wear a hat in summer when exposed to sunlight.
• Always go to a hairdresser for advice before doing something yourself at home. Consultation is the most important part of hairdressing. Be careful when you use home colours, the way a colour looks on the packet may not look the same on you.
• Hair is most fragile when wet so take care and treat it gently.
• Use the right products for your hair type. Seek advice and take an interest in what each product does.
• Trim your hair regularly, ideally every eight to 10 weeks.
Alan Pace - fitness expert
Gym manager
Alan has been working in the fitness industry for over 12 years with a resumé that includes time spent in Italy and England. He can regularly be seen on local television and specialises in the female body type.
"Men and women need a different approach to their workouts. Because they are so different, women need different exercises and regimes. Moreover, there are four different female body types - X, cylindrical, pear and apple shaped and therefore there are four different approaches to how each should be trained.
"Fitness should be foremost on people's agendas. People train not only to feel good but also to look good. You can never be fully satisfied so you should keep going."
Alan's top tips
• Start off with taking a good, long look at yourself, be aware of what you see and make a decision to change it.
• Define a deep-end goal and break it into smaller ones that can be achieved regularly, like losing a kilo a week.
• Establish a routine, jot down exercises or seek help from a trainer.
• Stick to it - find a motivation like going to workouts with a friend.
• Enjoy the results and reward yourself with something whether it's new clothes, a day out or a holiday.
Joséf Bonello - wine expert
Wine adviser for Master GroupJosEf graduated with a WSET Higher Certificate but more importantly has almost 15 years' experience with working in the marketing and selling of both local and foreign wines in Malta. Even more importantly, he is very passionate about everything that has anything to do with the making of fine wine.
"I think the Style Clinic is an excellent idea that attacks the myth that education is only the prerogative of full-time students. We should all be looking at constantly enriching our knowledge with as vast a subject base as possible."
"I feel that it is such a pity that many wine drinkers stick to 'their' wine and never venture out and try different styles of which there are innumerable. But maybe the most important factor is that the wine world is laden with culture, as each fine wine has a story to tell, intimately linked with cultural and historical aspects of our lives. Wine is not just another alcoholic beverage. The diversity, complexity and intrigue that a bottle of wine has to offer need to become more appreciated by more people."
Joséf's top tips
• Wine makes acquaintances out of complete strangers.
• Wine makes good friends out of mere acquaintances.
• Drink whatever you wish to with whatever you're eating, you don't have to stick to what the rules say.
• Gustibus mens dat incrementum - knowledge enhances sensory perception - hence, the more you learn about wine, the better equipped you are to pick the right one for your mood, food accompaniment or simple fancy.
Genevieve Abela Cefai - personal development expert
Personal and social development teacherGenevieve trained in psychology and personal and social development and has nine years' experience in the field.
"Personal development is important to a course like the Style Clinic because you need to be comfortable with yourself as a person on the inside before you can project good things on the outside.
"We rarely stop and think about who we really are, and self-awareness is one of the keys to empowerment. My lecture can be difficult because I ask questions like 'when was the last time you stopped and thought about what you like about yourself' - people are used to constantly criticising themselves so it's not as easy as it sounds. As women we tend to put up a resistance against putting ourselves first, and that's never a good thing."
Genevieve's top tips
• Schedule time for yourself rather than assuming that it's there - this is your time and no one else's.
• Allow positive self-thought. Sometimes you need to thank and appreciate yourself.
• Allow yourself not to be perfect, perfection would be very boring.
• You have to believe in yourself and to respect yourself in order to be believed in and respected.
• Learn to love yourself with all your flaws and imperfections because they make you unique.
Gloria Mizzi - manners and etiquette expert
Television producer and presenter with a particular interest in cookery
Although Gloria has no particular training in the field she has been around, seen and done it all.
"I was brought up to appreciate courtesy, manners and comportment. It is one of the primary things that make a woman a lady and it should be part of your way of life; it gives you an extra edge.
"Certain things like punctuality, answering the phone in a polite way, saying thank you and acknowledging invitations may seem basic but are extremely important. It's also vital not to raise your voice and not to interrupt. We have a habit of being rowdy so it's important to learn to control that.
"There is always something one can learn, it seemly goes towards creating a complete picture of what a lady should be."
Gloria's top tips
• Always be punctual.
• Don't raise your voice too much when talking - it's jarring to ears and you get nowhere by shouting.
• Have enough general knowledge to keep up a good conversation.
• Know how to entertain at home.
• When you phone someone remember to give your name and be polite.
• Try to be cool, calm and collected whatever the situation may be.
Maria Ellul
Currently works with the Health Promotion DepartmentMaria obtained her first degree in pharmacy and followed it up with a postgraduate in human nutrition and has been working locally in this field since 1992.
"Initiatives like the MT Style Clinic are relatively novel on the Maltese scene and it is a new niche for selective individuals wanting to look and feel their personal best. Such a programme necessitates the inclusion of health issues so as to give a full picture of what is required in looking and feeling good."
Maria's top tips
• Start your day with breakfast.
• Plan your meals around your day to avoid binging later on.
• Make sure you include a total of five portions of fruit and vegetables every day.
• Lower your daily consumption of sugar, sugary and fatty foods.
• Include fish (white and oil-rich) regularly in the week as much as your finances allow.
• Keep a healthy body weight (BMI 18.5 - 24.9) (BMI = weight in kilos/height X height in metres).
• A new course of the MT Style Clinic kicks off on May 9 - there are still a few places left. More information may be obtained by phone on 7979 4242 or online at www.mystyleclinic.com.
As a special Mother's Day offer, a 15 per cent discount is being given to mothers and daughters who enrol for the course.