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Fernando Alonso Celebrates His F1 Retirement At Amber Lounge Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, 24 & 25 November, 11pm-6am
Amber Lounge Abu Dhabi, Yas Links Golf Club, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

It was a night that will go down in history as Amber Lounge welcomed the Formula 1 drivers, teams and party-loving international guests for the celebration of the year.

Photo credit:  Amber Lounge

F1 drivers entered Amber Lounge’s luxury oasis on Sunday night and let their hair down for one of the greatest end-of-season parties to date. Fernando Alonso, departing from the Championship after 17 years, was joined by his fellow drivers Max Verstappen, Kevin Magnussen, Carlos Sainz, Esteban Ocon, Pierre Gasly, Stoffel Vandoorne, Marcus Ericsson, Brendon Hartley, Sergey Sirotkin, Antonio Gionivazzi.

International cricketer Chris Gayle and former pro football player Michael Brown were also spotted in the crowd.

Photo credit:  Amber Lounge

When the time came to say goodbye to the Spaniard, the club plunged into darkness for the ‘Black Out’ moment, then lit up with 17 specially designed bottles of Moët Champagne filled with sparklers and flashing lights. Each bottle signified a year he has competed in Formula 1.

Emotions ran high as Sigala announced the exclusive bottle moment which was delivered in true Amber Lounge style, fueling the euphoric atmosphere. Joining Sigala on stage Alonso soaked up the elated vibes as the superstar DJ revved up the ecstatic crowd with an ultra-energetic performance. 

Photo credit:  Amber Lounge

To add to the electric energy, the Grey Goose bar illuminated the exclusive party. The ‘For The Hunters’ inspired terrace area was a favourite for partygoers after a chic but relaxing vibe.

Max Verstappen

Kevin Magnussen

Esteban Ocon

Sergey Sirotki

Marcus Ericsson

Fernando Alonso

Photo credits: Amber Lounge

Amber Lounge will be back in 2019 bigger and better than ever, with parties and luxury events and experiences both inside and outside F1. The next event, Amber Lounge Monaco on May 24th, 25th and 26th, will offer the ultimate in luxury race viewing on the trackside Celebrity Yachts, terraces or Paddock Clubs combined with a unique party experience and Amber Lounge Charity Fashion Show.

Sonia Irvine said: “It was one of the most incredible nights we’ve ever had at Amber Lounge. Although it was sad to see a much-loved driver as Fernando end his career in F1, we were honoured to hold the official celebrations for him. I think what we created was worthy of an F1 legend.”

Photo credits: Amber lounge

For more information on Amber Lounge, visit: http://www.amber-lounge.com/abu-dhabi 
To book tickets and tables, call: +971 55 291 4013 or contact abudhabi@amber-lounge.com

About Amber Lounge…

Amber Lounge was founded by Sonia Irvine, who has worked in F1 for two decades. Sonia is regarded as a pioneer of F1 nightlife experiences and continues to create the most sought-after events on the F1 calendar.

The Amber Lounge experience consists of Formula 1 race viewing hospitality options as well as post-race afterparties, dining, charity, fashion and tailor-made events throughout the year. In 2018 it took place in Monaco, Singapore and Abu Dhabi. http://amber-lounge.com/index.php/tickets/

AMBER LOUNGE 2018/2019 EVENT SCHEDULE
Abu Dhabi 24/25 November | Monaco 24/25/26 May 2019 | Singapore 21/22 September 2019

Look Good Feel Better ‘On the Move!’ Launches To Support Women & Teenagers Living With Cancer

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As part of their 20th Anniversary celebrations, national charity, Look Good Feel Better has launched Look Good Feel Better – ‘On the Move!’ a mobile information service that will visit more than 20 UK cities throughout the summer, supporting those affected by cancer.

Look Good Feel Better - 'On the Move

The eye-catching Airstream caravan will provide information and support to those living with cancer as well as advice for their friends and family. At each location there will be volunteers on hand to talk about how the charity supports women going through cancer treatment, they’ll also offer skincare and make-up advice and tips and have lots of information on how you can get involved with the charity, either through fundraising or volunteering. There are medical experts that suggest cancer patients to take delta 8 gummies to help with the symptoms.

The new mobile service, which has been funded entirely through support from City-based ICAP’s successful 2013 Charity Day, will help LGFB to reach over 19,000 women and teenagers in their 20th Anniversary year. Gaby Roslin and Tina Hobley who both supported the charity at the ICAP event, attended the official launch at Westfield last week alongside the LGFB head office team, patient beneficiaries and volunteers.

Gaby Roslin

From L-R: Sarahjane Robertson, LGFB Executive Director; Nikki Studt, Global Charity Director, icap; Gaby Roslin, TV Presenter; Susan Taylor, LGFB Chairman

During the tour they will be asking people to donate lipstick kisses with the aim of collecting 20,000 for their 20th Anniversary. They’ll also be encouraging you to share your experience across social media using #KISS20

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LGFB – ‘On the Move!’ will also visit Manchester (13th June), Liverpool (14th June), Nottingham (19th June), Stoke-on-Trent (20th June), Southampton (26th June), Brighton (28th June), Edinburgh (4th July), Glasgow (5th July), Swansea (11th July), Plymouth (12thJuly), Leeds (18th July), Newcastle (20th July), Birmingham (25th July), Bath (26th July), Sheffield (2nd August), Peterborough (6th August) and Cardiff (10th August).

 Look Good Feel Better was set up in the UK 20 years ago and is the only charity specifically helping women combat the visible side effects of cancer treatment. Their free confidence-boosting skincare and make-up workshops are held in 75 locations across the UK and they have supported over 100,000 women to date.

For a full list of dates and locations please visit www.lgfb.co.uk

i's 100 Issue Anniversary {Social Diary}

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i’s 100 Issue Anniversary – Tues 15th March

Last night i held a glittering party at Century to celebrate its 100th issue. The newspaper sells over 170,000 copies a day and has been going for 6 months. At the party we chatted to national treasure Ian Hislop, talked to the gorgeous Ronni Ancona who told us to watch her and Olly Murs do a trek for Comic Relief on Thursday.

Nancy Dell’Ollio looked stunning, Emily Maitlis and Dom Joly chatted in the corner for most of the night, Amanda Donohoe was very friendly and Janet Street Porter was tall and charismatic. Dom Joly was telling everyone about breaking his leg on Celebrity Wipe Out.. When he arrived he was struggling up three flights of stairs before Nancy Dell’Ollio pointed out the lift and helped him into it.

We congratulated Editor Simon Kelner who gave a good speech. A ‘slightly tipsy’ journalist embarrassed Ronni Ancona with a story involving an illegal substance, a hotel room and Steve Coogan. Thankfully she was saved by Ian Hislop and made a swift exit. We also managed not to give the Evening Standard’s diary journalist too much gossip, even though he was a ridiculous amount of fun and had a good conversation with Bang Media’s Ricky Sky. All in all, an amazing night.