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MAKOBA , CHENNAI

Stationery gets chic with the launch of Makoba ? the first of its kind premium stationery store in the city. The store showcases leading brands from across the world and some of the foremost Indian brands, the flagship segment being the posh limited edition pens ? a treat for those who collect pens or like to flaunt exclusive brands. For pens, one could choose from brands like Schaeffer, Cross, Ferrari, Mont Blanc, Bentley, Mercedes and Giorgio Armani. A complete and dedicated stationery store, it merchandises contemporary and comprehensive range of stationery that include office stationery, writing instruments, men's accessories and corporate gifts.

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BLUE BOUTIQUE GYM, CHENNAI

Blue Boutique Gym, Chennai's first boutique gym (which was opened in 2004) has launched a new designer workout package. With customised training schedules for individuals, customers can look forward to saying goodbye to flab! Blue offers the New U at Blue for Rs 9,999 per annum, a small price to pay for a fit and toned body! The gym is fully equipped with state-of-the-art cardio machines from Precor and strength training equipment to provide a complete workout. Experienced and qualified trainers and nutritionists are available to guide and counsel members. Also this is the only gym in Chennai to have an exclusive car park with a capacity for 20 cars. Blue is owned by Mrinalini Sekar and Karthi Sekar. Blue Boutique Gym 329, TTK Road, Alwarpet

Chennai 600028, Phone 24996064/6045

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SEAH HAIR SPA, CHENNAI

Anushka Salon and Spa has tied up with Seah, Schwarzkopf professional's luxury hair spa brand. It is the first salon in the city to do so. Seah Hair Spa, the premium hair care range from Schwarzkopf Professional, is stimulated by spa rituals and traditions from around the world. The superior product range offers a fresh from the spa sensation ? a boon for those who love to feel good! This new generation hair spa range use the novel active ingredient Amaranth Oil, otherwise known as the Gold of the Incas, to attain a previously undiscovered level of buoyant care. Ingredients including active technologies like Hyaluron Active and Marine Collagen formulated with exotic ingredients like blue lotus, Japanese cherry, Cashmere, wild rose. Seah Lounge atAnushka Salon and Spa,No 6 Thyagaraya road, T-Nagar Ph044-42179197

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FABINDIA, CHENNAI

Fabindia opened its 113th retail store at Express Mall in June 2010. The store offers an exclusive collection of Indian and western garments for men, women and children, jewellery, giftware, personal care and organic foods. The garments available at the store showcase various craft techniques and contemporary designs.

In addition to the garments, there is also an eclectic collection of dupattas, stoles and saris. This new outlet also has a range of hand-crafted jewellery made of terracotta, ceramic, silver and semi precious stones.

Giftware items like bags, photo frames and candles are also available at the store. Besides these, you can also choose from personal care products like soaps, body wash, shampoos, scrubs and an assortment of organic foods. The store will be open all seven days a week from 11:00am to 9:00pm.

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UFX CHANNEL, CHENNAI

Holding out a promise for 'never a dull moment', the south-based UF Media, part of the UF Group has launched a new English-based lifestyle and music entertainment TV channel, UFX. Targeted at young people in the age group of 15-35 years from the four southern states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala, UFX content will range from music, food, fashion to travel and interviews with celebrities and film stars. So, what's new you may ask? "We offer no sermons, no lectures, never a dull moment is our solemn promise," says Usman Faheed, MD, UFX. Sample some programmes to be aired on this new channel: Unreserved will explore unfamiliar spots in the south, Classix will analyse world-class cinema, SaleR$ is aimed at shopaholics, FEWS will bring the best of film news and gossip even as music in the different south Indian languages and English will also be aired. The channel has roped in top anchors in the south (who will only speak in English) like VJ Paloma, VJ Rochelle, Surya and Sheriff.

This new channel was launched with a lot of fanfare by the minister of state for information and broadcasting, S Jagathrakshkan at a glittering function at a five star hotel. A jazz and mime show was followed by a live performance by Shruti Hassan, setting off the mood for the kind of entertainment you can expect from this channel.