The Tribe. A Charlie Vundla Film.

 

You know what they say… Two’s a company and three’s a crowd. Well, this South African film gives a real-life meaning to that idiom. The Tribe tells the story of a young professor consumed by alcoholism and is saved from self destruction by a former school mate. Slowly he begins a journey to save his house, marriage and his life.

This is a raw character driven film, putting you in the very life of the lead actor, Smanga (Charlie Vundla). After facing troubles with his marriage and the ability to conceive he turns to alcohol and marijuana as a means to escape. Then, in a dingy old bar he meets his long time schoolfriend Jon (Louis Roux) who is a failed life coach that lives out of his own car. And so the two bond over how much of a stuff up their lives have become and yet seemingly work together to amend things. Suddenly, a buzz at the gate. The return of Smanga’s wife Laura (Terry Pheto) changes everything. And suddenly two becomes three.

Charlie Vundla wrote, directed and starred in the film – according to the man himself, the best part for him was to act and just have fun with the role he created. When asked about the casting process and working with the actors, Vundla spoke of the natural chemistry that needed to exist among the actors and that was how working with actor and friend, Louis Roux came about. The film has no soundtrack – no music to guide your emotions. So, if you feel, you feel – if you don’t that’s ok too. It allows you to be a part of the harrowing real life experience unfolding before your eyes. The Tribe depicts an unfiltered truth: even when it’s uncomfortable and offensive.

I felt a part of The Tribe at the Premiere held at Nu Metro Hyde Park Corner. Here are some of the pics:

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As the film deals with human interactions and facing universal struggles, it has done extremely well at film festivals across the world. Now South Africans have a chance to see it. It hits your cinema screens on the 17 March – go check it out.

For now here’s the film’s trailer:

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At the premiere for @TheTribeFilm movie about to start – can't wait 😜 #thetribe #movie #film #actor #redcarpet #SA #premiere #local pic.twitter.com/FqUN6lcTpd

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) March 14, 2017

Social Media: The Ugly Truth

Hey Guys!

Would love it if you watched, shared, laughed and liked this vid… Then I’ll get the chance to win a trip to Mauritius and the chance at becoming a‪#‎SocialStar‬ – I could pack u in my bag 🙂 Basically, a win-win situation. More likes, more win, more HAPPINESS!

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So this is the ‪#‎15SecondsOfFameSA‬ video that got me into the top 20 for the 5FM and the ‪#‎HouseOfPoppy‬ TV Presenter Search! WooooHoooo! Check it out the video and like it… only if you do:)

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Durban July! What to Wear?

No to that white dress – you wore that last year. No to that butt hugging, leg flashing cocktail dress – it’s going to be like -1000 degrees. Hell YES to being styled by FOREVER NEW!

If you are in the same boat as me and have no idea what to wear to the Vodacom Durban July this weekend, then fear not, because FOREVER NEW‘s got your back. Or has got something quite literally for your back!

FOREVER NEW is offering you the destination to find your perfect outfit – head to toe! And to make life a little easier here are some chic looks, modelled by the oh-so-beautiful, Melinda Bam. Now you may not be Miss SA material, but with these outfits, no eyes will be on the races. 

Embellished clutches can turn your outfit from evening to red carpet ready. Try this Evelyn Sparkle Clutch Bag to add a bit of glitz and glamour to a simple outfit.

This is my favourite look of them all. It might be a bit chilly, but hey, beauty is pain. This Shelby Organza Midi Skirt will turn heads and make you feel just like Melinda Bam.

As you have noticed headwear is a must for race days and you are bound to see many adorned clips and extravagant pieces but one thing I absolutely adore is this Taya Two Tone Felt Hat (R549). Not only is it a winter trend but it will keep your head warm too. Match this floppy hat with the Thalia Embellished Coat (R2999) and some Kimberly Spliced Leather Gloves (R449). Trust, black on black will always be in. 

This race season FOREVER NEW has everything that you would need to ensure your best is on show at The Captains Table. 

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Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ  ❤

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What will u b wearing to the @VodacomDbnJuly? @ForeverNew_SA styles the beautiful @melindabam This look is my fav! pic.twitter.com/KCuFCFmrIs

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) July 1, 2015

Hats Off for the SANSUI Summer Cup

November the 29th marked Johannesburg’s premier equestrian and fashion event of 2014 and lucky me, I got VIP access! Woohooo! The event? Well, the SANSUI Summer Cup, of course! The theme? “Hats Off” – Great for me because I absolutely DESPISE hat hair. 

The Face of the SANSUI Summer Cup was none other than the beautiful V-Entertainment television presenter and socialite, Dineo Moeketsi. Apparently, she was handpicked because of her abundance of elegance, fashion flare, glamourous spirit and love for horse racing. I think it was just because this chick is everywhere nowadays!

The SANSUI Summer Cup was held at Turffontein Racecourse and had every ingredient horse racing fans and Joburg’s socialites could wish for in a perfect day out; 12 staggering thoroughbred races, a plethora of celebrities and thousands of glamourous hat wearing racegoers. Racing enthusiasts, fashionistas, and jockeys were kept on the edge of their seats – or saddles – when they saw the outfits that attended the event. Here are a few of my favs and, well, not so favs:

The Sunday Sun held some fashion awards at the event, which included Most Fashionable Couple, and obviously went to the stunning Jay Anstey and Ryan Hignett. Jay, wore this all white woman suit encompassing an open back with absolute elegance. While, Ryan, was dressed by Carducci and topped off his summer look by wearing a hat by Simon and Mary. Love the matchy-matchy!Another couple worth mentioning is Topbilling‘s Jonathan Boynton-Lee and Simba Mhere. Both, playing with pastel colours and adding the shades to make summer look stylish. These two make a great couple – don’t they? 😉And time for the Worst Dressed of the day. CRINGE! This condom inspired outfit is completely outdated, unflattering and unfashionable! I have no idea what this woman was thinking!? It’s actually best that no-one can see her face.

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Not only were horses racing, but celebs were too! 20 of SA’s hottest Celebrities took to the race track in their sporty kit with charitable competitiveness for the “Racing. It’s a Rush Celebrity Charity Dash”. A heated sprint to raise funds for the event’s official charity, SOS Children’s Village. The winning celebrity had the credit of not only being the quickest celeb on the track but also the honour to handover a whopping R475 000 to this year’s chosen charity. So out of this lot who do you think won?

The Boys: Kojo Baffoe, Alex Caige, Clive Maistry, Lorenzo Gordinho, Simba Mhere and Jonathan Boynton-Lee

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The Girls: Jen Su, Wardah Hartley, Jay Anstey, Tamerin Jardine, Stevie French, Letoya Mangezi, Zakeeya Patel, Kgomotso Meso,  Hayley Owen and Stacey Holland.

Did you guess right? The overall winner between the boys and the girls, was none other than the fitness fanatic, Stacey Holland! YAY!

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So here’s what The Elite TV Girls wore to the event;

Candy Harris wore a beautiful high Neck fitted mini from Zara. Sheena D wore a sweetheart high-low dress from Robot Clothing and I wore a pearl lace playsuit from YDE matched with my favourite Strappy Sandal heels from Steve Madden.

With all that the SANSUI Summer Cup had to offer, the premium occasion proved once again, as it has year after year, that it is a unique union of the entertainment, sport and fashion industries in one powerful and exuberant event, making is a must for racing industry familiars, newbies, fashionistas and socialites.

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To celebrate this years event The SANSUI Summer Cup paid a fun tribute to Jozi and some of its everyday jockeys – the taxi drivers. The viral video created, is a comical rhetoric about the fun and excitement of a day at the races showcased in a typically Johannesburg style via taxi drivers, which are synonymous with the city.

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ  ❤

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TOPSHOP auction Met Ball dresses in the fight against cancer

TOPSHOP is not only interested in clothing the world but they’re also interested in making it a better place too. So, they have decided to auction the dresses made for the 2014 MET Ball Gala held in New York earlier this year. All the proceeds will be going to Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. The unique pieces, worn by celebrities such as Kendal Jenner, Toni Garn, Jourdan Dunn, Chanel Iman, Zoe Kravitz and Magda Palos, will go live on ebay from the 27th November in a 10 day auction. Better get auctioning!

Kendall wore a blush strapless dress featuring a delicate fold detail across the top of the bust line, with body contouring paneling and a dramatic volume at the hem. This beautiful shape was created using underlays of netting underneath the hem to support it and an internal corset to secure the dress from bust to waist.

Jourdan wore a vibrant Chartreuse silk gabardine dress with body contouring panels and a slash front detail. A dramatic back dress train with added volume at the hem creates an hourglass silhouette, shaping Jourdan’s body perfectly. Netting underneath the skirt supports the volume at the hem.

Toni wore a pale blue double silk Gazar dress with a delicate fold detail across the bust and back. The plunging back is supported to the waist by an internal lace-up corset. The slim silhouette through the hips, falls from the mid-thigh with dramatic volume, supported by a colour matched net under skirt.

Chanel wore a smoky silver double silk satin dress, with folded pleat detailing across the front and back panels. The dress is backless with two self-rouleaux straps to secure the front of the dress. The hem features a stunning train with floor sweeping panels.

Zoe wore an oxblood gown with a plunging neckline detail and self-rouleaux strapping details at the front and back of the dress to secure it. The thigh-high split and pleat detail at the top of the hip create a contemporary cocktail dress look. 

Magda wore this rose pink strapless bandeau prom dress which features a pleat detail alongside the left and right panels of the bodice to emphasize a nipped in waist silhouette. The skirt of the dress has layered detail at the hem, also with inner net skirts to create dramatic volume. The inner lace up corset secures the wearer from bust to waist.

If you want to support a worthy organisation and receive a fabulous gown while doing so – then get auctioning now!

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Fashion Targets Breast Cancer is a powerful force that unites the fashion world in the fight against breast cancer. The organisation was founded by Ralph Lauren in 1996, after he lost a close friend to the disease. Since it began it has raised over £13.5 million for the ground-breaking research of leading charity Breakthrough Breast Cancer. TOPSHOP has been a key partner of the campaign since 2007.

 Find out more about Fashion Targets Breast Cancer:

website: www.fashiontargetsbreastcancer.org.uk  

Instagram: instagram.com/fashiontargetsbreastcancer

 Twitter: @FashionTargets

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Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ  ❤

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Forever New #WILDORCHID

We all know and love the brand Forever New! Want a sophisticated work outfit? Forever New. Want a gorgeous dress for a wedding? Forever New. Want an elegant playsuit for the Polo? Forever New.

Forever New is one of the fastest growing international brands in SA and I had the honour of attending the launch of its latest collection, #WildOrchid.

Celebrities, socialites and Forever New VIP customers attended the unveiling of the new Wild Orchid Collection. The colourful and energetic Wild Orchid collection was modelled in a unique fashion presentation by eleven of the country’s most illustrious female personalities. The aptly-titled Orchids included 5fm DJ, Sureshnie Rider; celebrity make-up artist, Gina Myers; socialite and journalist, Mokgadi Seabi; actress, Zakeeya Patel; TV producer and presenter, Lerato Kganyago; actress, Amanda du Pont; South African superbike champion, Janine Davies; publicist Melanie Ramjee; TV personality, Roxy Burger; blogger Allegro Dinkwanyane and actress Hayley Owen.

 Early summer parties, tropical holidays and balmy nights set the scene for this spirited story, where vivid pinks and sunset coloured exotic flower prints are enhanced by clean white. Now, If you want these items, I’ve made it real easy for you. Just click on them and it’ll take you straight to them.

TV personality, Roxy Burger, wore this Andrea printed wrap skirt (R799) with a Briony Strappy Silk Cami in porcelain (R599).  Accessorize your outfit with clean elegant strappy sandals, oversized tote bags or a pop of colour statement clutch – much like this. 

The beautiful actress, Amanda du Pont, wore this Isobel Tiered Lace Dress in porcelain (R699). All white remains a key summer trend, worn head to toe or with brightly coloured accessories and these retro oversized sunglasses finish the fun summer vibe.

Actress, Hayley Owen, modeled the pretty Bethany Ruffle Skirt Dress in vibrant chartreuse (R1139.75). Make a glamourous summer fashion statement with this simple yet head turning dress.

Actress, Zakeeya Patel, wore the Simone sweetheart sundress (R999). This dress with it’s vibrant floral print can go from a day at the polo to dinner with the girls.

Celebrity make-up artist, Gina Myers, wore the Adrianna Burnout Stripe Midi Skirt (R799) with a matching cross-over crop top. While bright new look co-ords are perfect for day wear, black can work just as well too. 

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Forever New also announced its sponsorship of The EPIC Foundation’s Fairy Godmother Project at the event. Founded by Alta McMaster, the charity assists underprivileged girls in Matric who do not have the financial means to purchase Matric Dance dresses. Forever New initiated its sponsorship by donating a number of dresses to the Project, as well as all profits made at the event. The eleven Orchids also each contributed a number of personal items to the Project, including special occasion’s dresses, shoes, jewelry and handbags. 

The Forever New Wild Orchid Collection is currently available in all Forever New stores and select Edgars stores nationwide.

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Here’s what the Elite TV girls wore to the event;

Sheena D wore this sexy laced black tube dress from Young Designers Emporium and I wore a Gingham Skaterskirt from Mr Price with a Mesh V-neck bodysuit. Because I am in love with gold I just had to accessorize with a nude and gold clutch from Zoom.

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I made it into @GRAZIASAmag from the @ForeverNew #wildorchid launch! 👯 #spotted #SA #sandton #fashionshow #redcarpet pic.twitter.com/Q5UuaA2efK

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) November 17, 2014

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ  ❤

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Win 14 GUESS Dresses in 14 Days

It’s every girls dream to become one of those gorgeous GUESS models, right? Well, now you can – kinda. You get to look like a GUESS model by winning 1 of 14 GUESS dresses in the next 14 days starting from November the 17th. That’s this Monday! 

GUESS has decided to partner with South Africa’s favourite women’s magazine, Cosmopolitan, and is making November the month of the dress. One person will win a GUESS summer dress daily, with the final winner receiving the 14th GUESS dress and a R2000 GUESS voucher. Ka-Ching!

Each day is giving away a different dress ranging from mini to maxi-dresses, in a wide range of designs and finishes. Because the summer holidays are nearly here I’ve decided to show you the 14 dresses you could win matched with your perfect holiday destination:

This white Embroidered Lace Dress is perfect for sipping cocktails while your toes squish through the white beach sand at the Grand Cafe in Granger Bay, Cape Town. Then party all night long in this Sheer Corset Dress at Cape Town’s premier beach club – Shimmy.

If you’re in the sunny St Francis Bay this year, wear the Leopard-print Tube Dress for those magical sunsets on those booze cruises. Then slip into your Moroccan Tube Dress for a night of fun, good company and even better music at Billy’s Beach Bar.

Keeping it classy and staying in Jozi this December? This Studded White Dress will turn heads at The Neighbourgoods Market in Braamfontein. Then go from chilled to sexy in this Betzabeth Dress as you party until sunrise at Taboo in Sandton. This little number is my personal fav!

Playing in Plett this holiday? Hit Vegas In Plett with full-force on New Years Eve in this monochrome Body-con Dress and then recover from your hangover and celebrate the new year to come by chilling on the Lookout Deck in this casual Belted Tube Dress.

Sun City. The Palace of the Lost City. You better be wearing this Open Back Dress when you’re strutting your stuff along the poolside. Head to the palace bar in this Beaded Cocktail Dress and you’ll be treated like royalty.

Keen to get down in Durban? Spend the day window shopping for clothes and surfer boys at the Gateway Wavehouse in this stunning Black Body-con Dress. Then make your way to Joe Cools in this Pink Sheer Corset Dress. When you look and feel this good – no one can slow you down.   

Kenton on Sea is the place to be this December. Wear this Ashcroft Dress to your New Years Eve dinner party with friends and if things start to get messy, slip on your Snake Print Tulip Dress and head on down to Winkies on the beach. 

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The 14 GUESS dress styles will be clearly marked in all GUESS stores with a MUST-HAVE COSMO tag for all those who didn’t win the dress of their dreams and from 17th to the 30th of November, these tagged summer must-have dresses will be available at 25% off at all GUESS stores. Hell Yeah!

To win your favourite dress submit your entry here: http://www.cosmopolitan.co.za/uncategorized/win-14-guess-dresses-in-14-days/

There’s a GUESS dress for every occasion!

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A lil birdie told me that @GUESS and @CosmopolitanSA are giving away 14 dresses in 14 days? Holding thumbs for day 6💃 pic.twitter.com/4UvC7vXX5q

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) November 13, 2014

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ  ❤

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Rosey & Vittori: Black on White.

If you’re from Cape Town and if you haven’t heard of Rosey & Vittori. Where have you been? Have you been hiding under a rock or behind Table Mountain for the past year?  Well… come out of your cave as you’re just in time for the launch of Rosey & Vittori’s latest collection: Black on White.

Oh ya… and for all you Joburg Folk, I introduce to you the new men’s label you should be keeping an eye on: Rosey & Vittori or R&V for short.

Rosey & Vittori was established in 2012 with the vision to develop modern street couture designed in South Africa. Inspired by Cape Town lifestyle and diversified by street culture of the world, their mission is guided by local and international street culture – but works to create Everyday street classics accented with a sense of madness. R&V is known for it’s Limited Edition, One-of-a-kind pieces and this Slim Fit Cycle Tee (R239.95) is exactly that. This forms part of a collection of 8 in total – this means only 8 were produced. What? Just 8? Better get ordering! 

Sports Luxe is the trend that seems to be lasting the whole year round! Major sports brands like, Adidas, are now collaborating with high-end fashion labels like TOPSHOP. Rosey & Vittori, decided to jump on this bandwagon but added their own South African flavour to their designs. Proudly homegrown street wear couture, this SA Flag Crew Neck (R359.95) and Two Tone Chino Shorts (R499.95) epitomize what R&V stand for.  

Drawing upon the sweet science of fashionable sportswear, the designer, Steve Rosenbaum, is no doubt reinforcing a sporty aesthetic to men’s voguish fashion pieces by embracing porous, breathable fabrics when forming sharp, clean lines. This Blue Windbreaker (R1100) and Zebra Print Shorts (R599.95) take the amalgamation of sport luxe and street couture to a whole new level and I love it!

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According to designer Steve Rosenbaum;

“the ever-evolving industry of fashion is like a hoop. New trends are borrowed from old, and what is in now, will probably be in style again in another 20 years.”

The Black on White collection is a lot more simple than the last. The previous collection were solely statement pieces, adding a sense of madness to men’s fashion. Here’s a little taster on what R&V’s previous range included:

R&V is an unconventional way of self-expression by blending what was, with what is.  The aim of R&V is to celebrate non-conformity. It is about being comfortable and whilst doing that,  looking good. This means blurring the line between comfort and style in the most impactful way, but still keeping it simple. Much like mixing Camo Chino Shorts (R550) with a Grey Honeycomb Knitted Jersey (R699).

Lets just be honest, R&V is not for the faint hearted. It’s for the fashion forward man willing to push boundaries to look good!

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To order anything from RV’s latest collection, Black on White, simply request the specific piece by sending them a message on their Facebook page, or visit Boaston Society in Long Street.

Rosey & Vittori ships to anywhere in South Africa.

Attention all men who are into looking good-you should all be!Take a look at @RoseyandVittori I love this cycle T 😍 pic.twitter.com/EQkwOosczH

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) October 29, 2014

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ ❤

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Steve Madden 2014 Spring Collection Out NOW!!

A rock-and-roll story of young love in the city unfolds for Steve Madden this spring. But not all of Steve Madden‘s life has been as glamorous as one would think. Did you know that he started out with just $1000 to his name and selling shoes out of the boot of his car?  Or that he was put in prison for alleged fraud in April 2005? Nope? Neither did I… Shoes out of a car boot or not, Steve Madden has undoubtedly built a 9 inch empire when it comes to shoes.

His latest Spring 2014 collection campaign is set in Williamsburg, New York and is inspired by young hipster couples that embody the 60’s Brit rock lifestyle. Late nights lead to early morning hangouts around their Brooklyn apartment and atop their roof over-looking the city skyline.

PLATO – GLADIATOR SANDAL – R899

 

Welcome to Gladiator City. The Steve Madden girl takes her love of vintage to the next level by sporting the styles of the Romans. The GLENDAEL gives a sexy twist to the Gladiator trend by adding height—a stacked platform and heel give her legs for dayssss.

GLENDAEL – PLATFORM STRIPPY SANDAL – R999

Turning heads is standard practice for the Steve Madden girl and the knee high ARISOTLE will make sure she’s grabbing attention wherever she goes. The shorter PLATO is perfectly styled with shorts, vintage t-shirt and floppy hat and sunnies – best suited for warm spring days spent outside.

KROATIA – FLAT STRIPPY SANDAL – R699

Heavy Metal rock-and-roll style. Never one to blend in with the crowd, the Steve Madden woman makes a statement in spring 2014 by rocking bold metals on her feet.

DAISEY – FLAT SANDAL WITH GOLD METAL BOW – R699

Sporting strappy flat sandals like the DAISEY and KROATIA, she stylishly goes through her day of vintage shopping, reading, and practicing guitar.

STRETCHE – ELASTICATED STILETTO – R1199

Elasticity – a must! Spring is all about music festivals, picnics, concerts and parties and the Steve Madden girl is doing it all in style. Sky-high cork wedges, like the ROPERR and PRIDE have elastic uppers, which make them daytime adventure-approved.

ROPERR – CORK WEDGE WITH PYRAMID GOLD UPPER – R999

Take the fierce STRETCHE stiletto out on nights when you want to embrace your inner rock goddess.

 

 

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 All these stunning shoes and more can be found in Steve Madden stores at Canal Walk, Eastgate, Fourways Mall, Sandton City and select Edgars stores nationwide.

Hurry up and get your feet looking stylish and ready for spring!

@SteveMaddenSA new Spring Collection now out!Absolutely love these Glendael Platform Strippy Sandals💗 #shoes #fashion pic.twitter.com/VihzVxTNIr

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) August 29, 2014

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ ❤

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