STJ magazine

Welcome

2010-11-10T17:28:00.002Z

STJ Magazine is back this winter and is packed full of this festive season’s best buys.

St John’s Shopping Centre is filled to the brim with goodies for all the family. Whether you’re on a budget or looking for a luxury Christmas we’ve got it covered.

This issue is packed with great ideas for gifts, fashion tips for party goers and more.

So have yourselves a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The STJ Management Team
St John’s Shopping Centre
info@stjshopping.co.uk

Right at the Heart of Christmas

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Guaranteed to get you in the festive mood, a visit to Santa’s Grotto will see you transported onto Santa’s very own sleigh, complete with reindeer and more than a sprinkling of fairy dust!

Opening on Sunday 21st November at 11am as part of the Christmas Light Switch On, visits to Santa on that first Sunday will be completely FREE and include a small gift.

Thereafter, the grotto will open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 12noon—5pm, and daily in the final week before Christmas to ensure all the boys and girls get a good chance to see him, receive a gift and even get their picture taken with him. Why not beat the queues and book your visit to Santa online at www.stjshopping.co.uk

Just Fur You

2010-11-10T17:21:00.002Z

Soft to touch and cosy as can be, this season’s faux fur will have you heading for the snowy hills in no time.

Mulled wine anyone?

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Snowflake Tunic £15
Trapper Hat £6
Mittens £4
Belt £2
Primark

New Model Army

2010-11-10T17:19:00.001Z

You can’t miss this season’s key military looks. Whether it’s shiny buttons or sharp cuts, you’ll be sure to make the grade by adding just a touch of uniformity to your look this winter.

If you fancy a softer approach, the Aviator jacket is big news (and cosy), teamed up with fleece lined boots—you’ll be sure to look the part and beat those winter blues.

Hup, two, three, four!

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Peron Coat £79.99
Hemmingway Satchel £64.99
River Island

Christmas Party Girls

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Bold colours, sparkly sequins, and swirly shapes. You’d be forgiven for thinking it’s some sort of Strictly Come Dancing fantasy. But it’s not. It’s Christmas Party Time.

Here come the girls.

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Aubrey Dress £170
Finlay Tunic £180
Kaleena Dress £180
Monsoon

Winter Cuties

2010-11-10T17:16:00.002Z

Christmas is the perfect time for kids. Filled to the brim with toys, films, games and chocolate, St John’s Shopping Centre really has something for everyone.

We’ve rushed around the shops to find this season’s must haves—and it needn’t break the bank either: pop into Poundland to rifle through their amazing range of toys for just £1.

Both HMV and GAME have all the latest consoles and games. If you prefer a more traditional present, look no further than Waterstones for some fantastic children’s books.

For great stocking fillers, you will not go wrong with a visit to Candy Express for sweeties galore, the Jelly Belly range and all sorts of yummy treats.

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Large Satin Bow Hairband £5
Amber Rose Embroidered Blouse £20
Jackie Spot Cardigan £24
Souk Skirt £18
Monsoon

Read Up!

2010-11-10T17:09:00.002Z

Winter is the perfect time to curl up at home with a book and a cup of tea (and maybe even a biscuit!). Waterstones in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth, have picked four books which they expect to be this winter’s top reads for book lovers young and old.

Kitchen by Nigella Lawson
£26
In Kitchen, Nigella offers the reader a mouth watering array of new recipes, both comforting and exciting - from clams with chorizo to Guinness gingerbread.

Reminding the reader how much pleasure there is to be had in real food, and how to reclaim the traditional rhythms of the kitchen, this book is about simple recipes that make life less complicated.

From ham hocks to pea soup and pasties, from chicken to Chinatown salad, Nigella gives us the wherewithal to tackle any situation and satisfy all our foodie cravings.

Aliens Love Panta Claus
by C Freedman & B Cort £5.99

Everyone's favourite aliens are full of the festive spirit! Join them as they help out Santa and put neon pants on Rudolph. But remember to hold on to your pants - this is for one day only. Ho-ho-ho!

The Fry Chronicles: A Memoir
by Stephen Fry £20

This dazzling memoir is a courageously frank, honest and poignant read. His writing will excite you, make you laugh uproariously, move you, inform you and, above all, surprise you.

Peppa’s Super Noisy Sound Book
by Peppa Pig £12.99

Oink! Oink! Grunt! Grunt! Find out what happens when Peppa and George's quiet day turns very noisy and press the sounds as you read along! A wonderful Christmas present for little ones! Snort! Snort!

Night In

2010-11-10T17:08:00.001Z

We love snuggling up with a winter blockbuster, with our Christmas selection boxes and chilling out. This is the season for movies and music, so stock up your CD and DVD racks with the latest entertainment to take you through the cold winter nights. Whatever it may be, no-one gets you closer to the stuff you love this winter than HMV in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth.

A Christmas Carol
Disney's A Christmas Carol is a multi-sensory thrill ride which captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale. Ebenezer Scrooge (Jim Carrey) begins Christmas with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gary Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth).

But when the ghosts of Christmas past, present and yet to come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

Michael Buble Crazy Love (Hollywood Edit)
In store NOW
The Hollywood Edition of 'Crazy Love' includes the original smash hit album with a new additional bonus disc that features brand new material alongside some rare live recordings.

FIFA 11
PS3/XBOX360
In store NOW
FIFA 11 reinvents player authenticity at every position on the pitch with an all-new feature that sees individual abilities reflected, enabling clear differentiation for every player.

Kings of Leon: Come Around Sundown
In Store NOW
A highly anticipated fifth album recorded in New York. Another bold and expansive statement by the Nashville, Tennessee-based quartet who have become one of the biggest bands in the world.

Christmas Smellies

2010-11-10T17:07:00.001Z

Nothing better than a stocking full of luxury smellies at Christmas.

The Perfume Shop in St John’s Shopping Centre has some of the season’s most fantastic scents available and at great prices. So stock up and enter 2011 smelling fabulous!

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Flora by Gucci, Eau de Parfum 75ml £64.50
The Perfume Shop

Late Night Shopping

2010-11-10T17:00:00.004Z

We know that time is precious at Christmas, and finding the opportunity to shop can be a challenge. This year we have extended our opening hours to match up with the major retailers within Perth City Centre.

The key late night shopping dates on Thursdays, Saturdays and that all important week before Christmas are listed below. However there are many more evenings where we will be staying open late so it’s best to check our Opening Times at the entrance to the shopping centre or for full details on all late night shopping hours and special evenings, visit our website http://www.stjshopping.co.uk/.

Thursdays: Late Night Shopping Until 8pm, Starts 25 November
Saturdays: Late Night Shopping Until 7pm, Starts 4 December
The Week Before Christmas: Late Night Shopping Until 8pm, Open Until 5pm Christmas Eve

Welcome

2010-06-28T14:35:00.000+01:00

STJ Magazine is back this summer and packed full of this year’s best buys, competitions and events.

We’ve been practising our singing with the impending arrival of our X Factor booth, and we’ll need our voices to be in top form if we’re to be in with a chance of winning big!

The fashion pages are packed full of ideas so you can look your best for your performance. So what are you waiting for? Have you got the X Factor?

Siobhan Mc Connell
St John’s Shopping Centre Manager
info@stjshopping.co.uk

And the Winner Is...

2010-06-28T14:33:00.001+01:00

If you’ve ever sat glued to the box on a Saturday night watching the latest group of hopefuls compete for the top spot in ITV’s X Factor, then this one is for you!

Kids, young and old, will be flocking to St John’s Shopping Centre this summer to record their own talents in our very own X Factor kiosk. If you’re especially keen, you can even pop onto our website www.stjshopping.co.uk/xfactor and upload your recording to the national competition where you will be in with a chance of winning some big X Factor prizes from Photo-Me.

If, like us, you save your best performances for singing in the bath, there is a second opportunity to win BIG in our “And the Winner Is...” competition which will run from 1st July—15th August. We’ve got £500 worth of vouchers to give away for some of St John’s Shopping Centre’s stores including HMV, Poundland, Claire’s Accessories, Game and River Island.

Entry forms will be available in all St John’s Shopping Centre retailers when you spend £10 or more in store.

Better get started on the singing practice. Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry, Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry....... Fah, lah, lah!

Summer Love

2010-06-28T14:32:00.000+01:00

You’d be forgiven for thinking you’d stepped into a time machine this summer and have been whisked back into the 1960s.

The catwalks are awash with peace, love and understanding so braid your hair, dig out your pink sunglasses and pay homage to the decade that brought us the Beatles, the Beach Boys, Mary Quant and Woodstock.

We loved some of the kitsch T-shirts and pieces of jewellery currently available in store so we’re featured them here for you. Always fun to spread a little love. Peace man.

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Feathered Waistcoat £100, Nude Camisole £8.99, Alexa High Waisted Pants £34.99, Moscow Buckle Boots £84.99, River Island

Summer Blues

2010-06-28T14:30:00.003+01:00

We’re loving the vibrant blues that are dominating the cat walks this summer. You can’t beat some of the bright blue maxi dresses and cool blue denim shorts that are on offer at many of the fashion retailers in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth. There is something for everyone.

If you’re looking to dress it up, you’ll love Monsoon’s selection of dresses. If you’re looking to keep it cool and casual then get those denim shorts out and show off your tanned legs. Finish off your look with a spritz of Marc Jacobs “Daisy” from The Perfume Shop.

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“Hawaii” maxi dress at Monsoon £180

Summer Gold

2010-06-28T14:29:00.002+01:00

At the risk of sounding like a classic Spandau Ballet song, Gold has undoubtedly been the success story of the credit crunch.

With prices soaring, it has become a highly sought after commodity and its wealth defining properties have been mirrored in this summer’s catwalk fashions.

Jackets and dresses are embellished with gold sequins and tailoring, jewellery is unabashedly statement based and even your shoes are getting in on the act.

It all adds up to a bit of everyday glitz and glam. Who can resist that?

Main Image (Left): Klee Dress £200, Monsoon

Summer Fun

2010-06-28T14:26:00.002+01:00

Do you need an excuse to pull out the picnic hamper and plan a trip to the seaside ? Or the back garden?

Of course not!

We’ve sought out some of the best items available in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth, to ensure you make it a day to remember for all the family.

So pop on your trilby, and get out into the great outdoors!

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Dahlia Embroidered Blouse £18, Strawberry Straw Bag £12, Monsoon

Summer Reads

2010-06-28T13:47:00.002+01:00

Now is the perfect time to load up on your holiday reading. Waterstones in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth, have picked four books which they expect to be this summer’s top reads.

So pop on down and pick up a great read for those hot summer nights.

Tabloid Girl by Sharon Marshall, £6.99
Sharon Marshall was a tabloid reporter for ten years. Along the way she saw and did some Very Bad Things. She also had a spectacularly lousy love life. It took the entire decade to realise the two may be connected.

In her hilariously honest memoirs she reveals what really goes on behind the scenes at a major tabloid newspaper. What celebrities (secretly) do to get into the headlines. And whether a job which involves fighting with popstars, pretending to be a swinger and provoking a fuming Jeremy Paxman EVER make you marriage material?

The Passage By Justin Cronin, £20
An ambitious epic about a virus that nearly destroys the world, and a six-year-old girl who holds the key to bringing it back from the brink.

I Think I Love You By Allison Pearson. £12.99
Wildly witty, clever and touching, with a gorgeous and compelling twist, I Think I Love You asks what happens when the man you thought you loved turns out to be somebody else entirely…

An A-Z of Hellraisers By Robert Sellers, £20
This is the last word on drunken misbehaviour. This hilarious volume salutes a miscreant mob from Winston Churchill to Ozzy Osbourne.

Summer Play

2010-06-28T13:45:00.003+01:00

Love it or loathe it, World Cup fever has arrived and will be this summer’s focus. If you’re female, it’s probably the best time to hit the shops, if you’re male you will undoubtedly be glued to your (new) flat screen, HD telly keeping your eye firmly on the ball.

For those times in between games, you can’t beat a summer blockbuster and chilling to the soundtrack of summer’s music festivals. So stock up on CDs and fire up the BBQ. Summer is here.

Xbox360 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Experience all the emotion and passion of the world’s fiercest national rivalries as you live the dream of competing against fans from around the world for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Take on the challenge of leading your home nation from qualification right through to a virtual re-creation of the FIFA World Cup Final and feel what it is like to score the goal that lifts a nation.

Oasis: Time Flies.... 1994-2009
The complete singles collection spanning fifteen glorious years of Oasis. These could be the best days of our lives. And they were. And they still are. Oasis entertain on every level.

Mad Men (Season 3)
This outstanding biopic recreates the life and times of the gay rights pioneer Harvey Milk. It’s a shocking reminder of how far we’ve come and how dangerous it is to take freedom for granted.

Gorillaz: Plastic Beach
Blur’s Damon Albarn's ability to diversify musically shows no signs of slowing down. Collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Gruff Rhys, De La Soul, Little Dragon and more make this a truly special album.

Summer Memories

2010-06-28T13:42:00.002+01:00

Since March we’ve been running our People’s Perth campaign, in conjunction with The Courier, to celebrate Perth 800. Many of you have brought in fabulous pictures of major events in Perth over the years, and you have equally interesting stories to tell us!

Pictured here are some of the images brought in over the last three months (clockwise from top): Princess Elizabeth inspects the Black Watch in Perth with the Queen in 1946, Staff at Alexander Buses at Perth Station in 1954, The Black Watch receive the Freedom of the City in late 1940s, and a Perth Baptist Church Outing in the 1950s.

It’s not too late the get involved! Bring your pictures in on the first Saturday of every month between 11am and 3pm and tell us the story behind the images.

Welcome

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The Season is the Reason

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This year, St John’s Shopping Centre returns to a traditional Christmas theme guaranteed to get you into a festive mood.

Santa’s Grotto will open from Saturday 21st November until Christmas Eve and all the boys and girls can visit Santa in his cosy living room. You can even book your appointment with Santa online at www.stjshopping.co.uk!During Advent, don’t forget to pop in to see which toy the elves have been working on overnight in Santa’s workshop.

Christmas is the season of goodwill and at STJ we believe that the season is the reason to give something back. Our grotto shop is raising funds for the Prince’s Scottish Youth Business Trust this year and we also welcome back the Marie Curie volunteers who will be in the mall from 16th December to wrap up your gifts—all donations are gratefully received.

Purple Haze

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Have a real plum Christmas with our very best selection of party dresses in fabulous, sensual purple.

Purple is THE colour to be seen in this winter and most of the fashion stores in STJ have their own take on this flattering and sexy colour.

From catwalk to high street, there’s a purple dress out there for all shapes, sizes and ages.

Or if you just fancy a dash of purple, get stuck in to our fantastic selection of accessories, available in St John’s Shopping Centre today.

What are you waiting for? Purple rain, purple rain!

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Boutique Tiered Shift Dress from M&Co at £59

Red Coats

2009-12-01T15:22:00.001Z

When it comes to winter, there’s nothing sassier than a new red coat to cheer up even the darkest of days.

We’ve scoured St John’s Shopping Centre for the pick of the very best cheery, cherry red coats.

And if it’s just a dash of red glamour you’re looking for, we’ve sourced the very best red hats, bags and shoes to go with that lovely new coat.

Now, all you need to is think of an excuse to wear your new red coat.

Shopping, anyone?

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Melton Coat £80
Boxy Chain Bag £25
Jane Norman

Un...Wrap

2009-12-01T15:21:00.001Z

If ever a material defined a season, satin is this season’s must have wrapping.

Whether it’s undies or pj’s, a night out or just a practical need to glam up your work wear, satin will do the trick.

At STJ, our retailers have some lovely soft and shiny satin things to make your Christmas special.

What more can we say?

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Bellissima Satin Bra £18
Bellissima Satin Shorts £10
BHS

Winter Goodies

2009-12-01T15:18:00.002Z

Christmas is the perfect time for the family—whether it’s taking time out for a walk in the crisp winter mornings, playing with the latest toys, or curling up on the sofa with the latest blockbuster release, STJ has it covered.

We’ve rushed around the shops to find this season’s must haves—and it needn’t break the bank either: pop into Poundland to rifle through their amazing range of toys for only £1.

There’s something for everyone in St John’s Shopping Centre.

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Chunky Knit Flower Scarf £12
Ethnic Bead Necklace £5
Colour Block Dress £30
Monsoon

Stay In

2009-12-01T15:15:00.001Z

Winter is the perfect time to curl up at home with a book and a cup of tea (and maybe even a biscuit!). Waterstones in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth, have picked four books which they expect to be this winter’s top reads.

‘Tis undoubtedly the season for a good biography and this season’s picks highlight the very best of British for you to share your winter evening with, curled up on the sofa. So pop on down and pick up a great read for those cold winter nights.

Ooh! What A Lovely Pair: Our Story
by Anthony McPartlin & Declan Donnelly
£20

Britain's most successful television duo, Ant and Dec invite their millions of fans into their world.

From youth clubs to blind school, pubs to jungles, there's a wealth of behind-the-scenes anecdotes that have never been told until now. It’s an insight into the genuine intimacy and refreshing sense of humour that the two TV icons share.

Saturday Night Peter
by Peter Kay £20
Charts the hilarious journey Peter’s career took as he honed his comedy skills by taking to the road and trying out his stand up material in pubs and clubs across the country.

Jamie’s America
by Jamie Oliver £26
Jamie undertakes the ultimate food trip as he explores the ingredients, food culture & traditions of the USA, discovering the heart of great American food. Contains 120 delicious recipes inspired by his travels.

Driven To Distraction
by Jeremy Clarkson £20
Brace yourself, Clarkson's back. And he'd like to tell you what he thinks about some of the most awe inspiring, earth shatteringly fast cars in the world (alongside a few disasters ...).

Chill Out

2009-12-01T15:13:00.001Z

You can’t beat a winter blockbuster film and as we enter the season of movies and music, stock up your CD and DVD racks with the latest entertainment to take you through the cold winter nights.

Whatever it may be, no-one gets you closer to the stuff you love this winter than HMV in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth.

Night at the Museum 2
The much awaited sequel to the hit film, NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM, sees night guard Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) return to the Museum as a successful entrepreneur, only to learn that his friends are being shipped off into deep storage at the Smithsonian Institution. To make matters worse, the exhibits at the Smithsonian are suddenly coming to life and they aren't at all happy about their new visitors. Determined to save his friends, Larry makes his way into the inner workings of the largest museum complex in the world to battle against the likes of Ivan the Terrible, Napoleon, and Al Capone.

Echo
In store: 16 November
The follow up to Leona Lewis’ debut album Spirit. Echo sees her working with Ne-Yo, John Shanks, Max Martin and Ryan Tedder, as well as with new collaborators Xenomania and Julian Bennetta.

Star Trek XI
In store: 16 November
A fun, action-filled film. STAR TREK begins with an attack by a Romulan ship and pleases hardcore fans as well as engaging well with newcomers. A must for all sci-fi fans.

Reality Killed The Video Star
In Store NOW
Robbie Williams goes back to pop basics with his 8th album. Big and bold, it's a typical Robbie album, packed with plenty of wit and humour, it's a storming return to form.

Eat Up

2009-12-01T15:11:00.001Z

Easy Mini Christmas Pudding
Prep: 20 mins, Cook: 2hrs 20 mins
You will need; 8 individual metal pudding basins, greased.
Ingredients
300g (11oz) Julian Graves Ready to Use Mixed Fruit; 200g (7oz) Julian Graves Stoneless Dates, roughly chopped; 125g (4½oz) carrot, grated; 1 apple, cored and grated; Finely grated zest and juice of 2 oranges; 300ml (½pt) brandy; 125g (4½oz) butter; 200g (7oz) dark muscovado sugar; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 tbsp black treacle; 75g (3oz) self raising flour; 200g (7oz) fresh white breadcrumbs; 125g (4½oz) Julian Graves Almonds, chopped.

Method
Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F / Gas Mark 5. Put the dried fruit, dates, carrot, apple, orange zest and juice and brandy in a pan and heat gently. Simmer for 15-20 mins until the fruit is plumped up. Remove from the heat. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar, mix in the eggs and treacle until smooth. Fold in the flour, breadcrumbs and almonds, then tip in the warmed fruits.
Spoon into the greased pudding basins and put into a roasting tin. Pour enough boiling water in to reach about 2cm/¾in up side of tins. Cover entirely with foil and bake for 2 hrs 20 mins. Upturn and dust with icing sugar to serve.
This recipe was kindly supplied by Julian Graves and by Prima magazine.

Sweet Smell of Success

2009-12-01T15:09:00.001Z

Perfume and after shave sales at Christmas soar—whether it’s for your mum, your loved one, a sassy teenager or a work colleague, you can’t go far wrong with a quirky bottle of scent. This year, the two hot picks from The Perfume Shop are:

Only the Brave, by Diesel
From £27 for the Eau de Toilette, 35ml

Only The Brave is all about courage, force and self affirmation. It claims to be more than a name, for wearers it is a manifesto of what it takes to be a man!

Stella Nude, by Stella McCartney
From £29.50 for the Eau de Toilette, 30ml

Stella says that ‘selecting one’s lingerie marks the beginning of a new day”. Stella Nude is inspired by this intimate moment and perfectly captures the sensuality of bare skin against delicate fabric worn for one’s own pleasure and confidence.

Welcome

2009-06-05T16:08:00.001+01:00

STJ Magazine is back this summer and packed full of this year’s best buys, whether you are planning a holiday abroad or a “staycation” at home.

If the credit crunch is biting why not cheer yourself up by entering our July competition: An Ice Escape. You never know, you could win a trip of a lifetime to Disneyland Resort Paris.

Siobhan Mc Connell
St John’s Shopping Centre Manager

An Ice Escape

2009-06-05T16:07:00.001+01:00

Fancy getting away from it all this summer? We’ve teamed up with Thomson Holidays and The Courier to bring you a competition guaranteed to get you into the summer mood.

Exclusively at St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth, you could be in with a chance to win a fabulous family holiday for four (two adults, two children) to Disneyland Resort Paris. All you need to do is enter our “Melting Mickey” competition, run in conjunction with The Courier, and guess how long it will take Mickey Mouse, encased in a large block of ice, to melt.

Mickey Mouse arrives in St John’s Shopping Centre on Friday 11th July early in the morning, and he will be completely encased in ice. We’ll set the timer and you can watch the proceedings online on our dedicated web cam. If you think you know how long Mickey might take to melt, then pop out, buy your copy of The Courier and fill in your entry form. Your guess will need to be correct right down to the second to win.

The first correct guess pulled out of the hat will be jetting off for a holiday of a lifetime at the Disneyland Resort Paris in conjunction with Thomson Holidays. If you can’t wait that long, pop into Thomson’s in the shopping centre to see what else is on offer. Melting Mickey competition entries open Monday 6th July in The Courier.

Wedding Day

2009-06-05T16:05:00.001+01:00

Everyone loves a wedding and it doesn't have to cost the earth! Whether you’re the bride, groom or a guest, Perth’s St John’s Shopping Centre retailers have something for everyone.

Planning a traditional white wedding? Don’t miss the selection of fantastic value dresses at BHS for both brides and bridesmaids.

Lucky enough to be an invited guest? You can’t go far wrong with a selection of fabulous day dresses from Monsoon.

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“Art of Elegance” organza dress with lace by designer Elizabeth Emanuel at BHS at £495

Hay Day

2009-06-05T16:04:00.002+01:00

It’s a step back in time this summer—remember the 80’s? Neon? Rah Rah Skirts? Orange Lipstick? Yup, it’s all back!

So stick your Madonna CD on, and get into the groove of this summer’s best retro looks to really make an impact.

Better still, if you still have some original pieces lurking in your wardrobe, mix and match “vintage” with a few key picks to create a head turning look that’s bang on trend.

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Silk Cape Blouse £34.99
Kelly Skirt £32.99
Enzyme Washed Holdall £109.99
Tortoiseshell Sunglasses £12.99
River Island

Sun Day

2009-06-05T16:02:00.000+01:00

Looking good on hot days can be easier said than done. Keep your cool and look your best with these top picks from retailers in Perth’s St John’s Shopping Centre.

Whether you’re heading for the beach, seeing the sights, or setting the nightlife alight, we’ve got it covered so you’ll look fab from morning until night.

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Thread Teardrop Earrings £6
Tropical Butterfly Necklace £12 Jess Cotton Poncho £35
Apache Bead Bangle £10
Snakeskin & Dotty bangle set £8
Flower Tassle Bag £40
Satin Make-up Bag £12
Accessorize

Play Day

2009-06-05T16:00:00.002+01:00

Do you need an excuse to pack up the picnic hamper and find a quiet spot to chill out?

Of course not!

We’ve sought out some of the best items available in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth, to ensure you make it a day to remember for all the family.

So pop on those espadrilles, and whether you’re aged 4, 44, or 84, you’ll be having fun in no time!

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Multi Morocco Print Dress £34
Monsoon

Duvet Day

2009-06-05T15:57:00.002+01:00

Now is the perfect time to load up on your holiday reading. Waterstones in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth, have picked four books which they expect to be this summer’s top reads.

So pop on down and pick up a great read for those hot summer nights.

Swimsuit by James Patterson, £18.99
A breathtakingly beautiful supermodel disappears from a swimsuit photo shoot at the most glamorous hotel in Hawaii.

Only hours after she goes missing, Kim McDaniels' parents receive a terrifying phone call. Fearing the worst, they board the first flight to Maui and begin the hunt for their daughter.

"Swimsuit" is a heart-pounding story of fear and desire, transporting you to a place where beauty and murder collide and unspeakable horrors are hidden within paradise.

Little Strangers By Sarah Waters. £16.99
Little does Dr Faraday know how closely, and terrifyingly, his patient’s story is about to become entwined with his. A chilling ghost story.

Angels Game By Carlos Ruiz Zafron, £18.99
Set in the turbulent 1920s, The Angel's Game takes us back to the gothic universe in a masterful tale about the magic of books and the darkest corners of the human soul.

The Strain By Guillermo del Toro, £12.99
A plane lands at JFK and stops in the middle of the runway for no reason, all lights off, all doors sealed. High-concept thriller with a supernatural edge.

"Me" Day

2009-06-05T15:50:00.005+01:00

You can’t beat a summer blockbuster film and as we enter the season of music festivals, it’s undoubtedly time to stock up your CD racks with the newest tunes to help you boogie.

Whatever it may be, no-one gets you closer to the stuff you love this summer than HMV in St John’s Shopping Centre, Perth.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Winner of three Oscar’s, this film is the skilful telling of the tale of a man born old, getting younger as time goes by.

Based on an F. Scott Fitzgerald short story, it’s Benjamin’s short but doomed personal relationships that capture the imagination. The ageing (and anti-ageing) effects are so effortless than you’ll barely notice them and merely accept that Brad Pitt is indeed getting younger and not older as you would expect.

This is a gem of a film that simply gets better and better.

Music for Men
In store: 22 June
A hugely anticipated follow-up to Gossip’s Standing In The Way Of Control, this has a funky garage-rock vibe, influenced by ‘80s Goth rock. Guaranteed dance floor filler.

Milk
In store: 8 June
This outstanding biopic recreates the life and times of the gay rights pioneer Harvey Milk. It’s a shocking reminder of how far we’ve come and how dangerous it is to take freedom for granted.

West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum
In store: 8 June
A musical journey through sky-scraping melodies, electro-punk riffs, Morricone-style symphonics, Mariachi stomps and psych-pop lullabies. Kasabian’s third album is it worth the wait.

Any Day: Peach & Macademia Parfait

2009-06-05T15:48:00.002+01:00

Serves 6

Ingredients from Julian Graves

· 250g (9oz) fresh ricotta cheese
· 250g (9oz) fromage frais, try vanilla or peach and mango
· 1 tsp vanilla extract
· 2 tbsps icing sugar
· 2 x 415g cans peach slices, drained
· 200g (7oz) Julian Graves Macadamia Nuts

Method
1.Whisk together the ricotta, fromage frais, vanilla extract and icing sugar until thick and fluffy.

2.Arrange a layer of peaches in a large glass serving dish, or individual glasses.

3.Top with some of the ricotta mixture and sprinkle with some macadamias.

4.Repeat, making as many layers as you like, finishing with macadamias.

Top tip - use fresh peaches when in season

Recipe Disclaimer: Julian Graves does not accept responsibility or liability for the end result of its recipes. While it is not possible for Julian Graves to individually test every recipe, every effort is made to ensure the recipes are accurate and have been tested and tried by a third party.

Any Day: Psychedelic Summer

2009-06-05T15:42:00.004+01:00

If you’re not going away this summer, you’ll be missing out on the lure of the Duty Free. Never fear, the great deals in The Perfume Shop means you will be smelling fresh as a daisy right throughout the entire beach season.

With top notes of pomegranate and green mandarin, you don’t get much more summery that new perfume Psychedelice by Morgan. Floral, fruity & fresh and comes in at a credit crunch busting £14.50 for the 35ml bottle.

Welcome

2008-11-21T12:59:00.001Z

Doing our bit to save the planet is no longer a luxury.

STJ magazine this month has scaled down to 25% of its normal size in a bid to save paper. Moreover it is printed on recycled paper so a double plus.

Although we may have cut it down in size a little, it is still jam packed full of fashion tips, gift ideas and fab stocking fillers to make your Christmas extra special.

We wish you a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Siobhan McConnell
St John’s Shopping Centre Manager
info@stjshopping.co.uk

The Season is the Reason

2008-11-21T12:56:00.002Z

Give something back this year with a Green Christmas at St John’s Shopping Centre. This year, Santa and his team will be going back to basics with the ancient art of story-telling, hand delivered Santa Letters and a complimentary recycled gift wrap service among the many events taking place in the Shopping Centre.

Santa commented, “We can all make a difference to the future of the planet just by changing the way we live. I’ve recently started separating and recycling my household waste, as have a lot of people in Perth & Kinross, and this year I wanted to arrive at the shopping centre in a form of transport that doesn’t cause pollution.”

“I really hope that all the children who come to visit me this year will help me spread the Christmas message: that it really is time to give something back.” He said.

Glam Up!

2008-11-21T12:55:00.002Z

The weather may be colder, but get temperatures rising with the latest glam rock look for day wear.

Think Thomas Crown Affair meets The Devil Wears Prada and you’ll be strutting your stuff confidently down Perth High Street in no time.

Go all out Gothic with head to toe black, throw in a bit of leather for effect or just add a few accessories to create that glam urban edge.

Whether its leather or diamonds, we’ve got it all at St John’s Shopping Centre in Perth.

Main Image (Right):
Marianne Biker Jacket £110
Annie Gathered Skirt £38
Monsoon

Wrap Up!

2008-11-21T12:53:00.001Z

Winter time. Hats, scarves, woolly jumpers and all things cosy!

Imagine yourself sipping a steaming cut of hot coffee, all wrapped up in quality cashmere and feeling at one with the world.

Better still, don a red beret and matching scarf and head off into the outdoors for some winter recreation.

Whether you are looking to make a bold statement with your knits this winter or are simply looking for the latest accessories to jazz up your outfit, St John’s Shopping Centre retailers have it covered.

Main Image (Left):
Cable Bardot Knitted Dress £40
Oversize Pocket Front Bag £35
Jane Norman

Dress Up!

2008-11-21T12:52:00.001Z

It will take no time at all to have you looking like your inner princess.

Mix satin, sequins, silk and feathers. Add in a touch of gold or silver. Frost with diamonds and you will go to the ball.

Here are our best picks from the shops around St John’s Shopping Centre for the party season.

Main Image (Left):
Boudicea Dress £180
Monsoon

Grow Up!

2008-11-21T12:49:00.003Z

Everyone grows up so quickly and Christmas is a time for the children, so keep your little ones happy with some fabulous clothes, presents and knick knacks.

It needn’t break the bank either. Poundland recently opened in St John’s Shopping Centre and has a fantastic range of chocolate selection boxes to choose from in store, not to mention those all important stocking fillers!

So make your way in to town and get those little cherubs smiling!

Main Image (Right):
Vicki Cardigan £20
Freda Cord Dress £28
Monsoon

Eat Up!

2008-11-21T12:47:00.003Z

Marvellous Mince Pies!

Makes 18 - 24
Ingredients available from Julian Graves:

2 x 500g fresh shortcrust pastry
450g (1 lb) mincemeat

Method
Pre-heat oven to 190C/375F/gas mark 5 and grease two 12-hole bun tins. On a lightly floured work surface/board, roll out 500g pastry thinly and cut out between 18 and 24 8cm / 3¼ discs. Line the bun tins with the pastry discs and place a small quantity of mincemeat in each disc.

Roll out the other 500g pastry and stamp into stars. Dampen stars lightly with water and press firmly on top of mincemeat. Glaze the lids using a pastry brush – the beaten egg gives a shiny finish, the milk a matt finish. Cook for around 20 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack, store in airtight container or freeze.

Sprinkle with icing sugar and served cold or warm, with a heart dollop of brandy butter. Well, it is Christmas!

Lighten Up!

2008-11-21T12:38:00.002Z

Think “Christmas” and undoubtedly it conjures up images of block buster films on DVD watched by the entire family around a crackling fire. Or maybe its the latest chart hits blasting out from a stereo while your aunty dances in the corner at your annual Christmas party!

Whatever it may be, no-one gets you closer to the stuff you love at Christmas than HMV in St John’s Shopping Centre.

Mamma Mia (DVD)
It was the blockbuster hit of this summer and it’s set to be the DVD release of the winter. Meryl Streep leads an all-star cast in the feature-film adaptation of the feel good musical . On a quest to find the identity of her father to walk her down the aisle, Sophie brings back three men from her mother’s past. Over 24 chaotic, magical hours, new love will bloom, old romances will be rekindled and you’ll be grinning like a maniac for days! Don’t miss it.

Take That: Circus
After one of the greatest pop comebacks in history, Take That release Circus. Led by the prolific songwriting talents of Gary Barlow, this release is similarly epic and romantic to its predecessor.

Doctor Who: Complete Series 4
David Tennant, back for a fourth series and award-winning comedienne Catherine Tate are on hand to stop the New Dalek Empire from taking over! You’ll be on the edge of your seats with suspense.

Kanye West: 808's & Heartbreaks
Claiming it is his first 'pop' album, it features high profile guests such as rappers Young Jeezy and Lil' Wayne, as well as additional production from Herbie Hancock. It’s feel good pop tracks to get the party started.

Read Up!

2008-11-21T12:34:00.002Z

Winter is the perfect time to curl up at home with a book and a cup of hot cocoa and settle in for the evening.

Waterstones in St John’s Shopping Centre have picked four books which they expect to be this winter’s top reads.

Whether it’s a good biography you’re looking for, the next big business book, a brilliant kids book or just a little light hearted fun, Waterstones have it all.

Fern: My Story by Fern Britton, £12.99 (RRP £18.99)
For years now, Fern Britton has been widely loved as the presenter of Ready Steady Cook, and, more recently, co-presenter of This Morning with Philip Schofield. Her warmth and humour, empathy and compassion, have made her feel like a best friend to millions on a daily basis, but no one knows the woman behind the sparkling smile. Now, for the first time, she is going to tell her story. And it is one that will strike a chord with women everywhere. So put your feet up and get ready for a great read.

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Stars by Gervase Phinn, £10
A heart warming book of stories and poems based on the funny things children say, from the much-loved Gervase Phinn.

Outliers - The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell, £13.99 (RRP £16.99)
A unique and entertaining look at what makes a successful person, overturning many of our conventional notions and creating an entirely new model for seeing the world.

The QI Annual, Various Authors, £12.99
A festive feast of fun all based around the letter 'F' - filled with fascinating facts about frogs, flags, flamingos, floods and fossils...