Favourite film of all time?
Aladdin
Beauty & Fashion | Fashion
My entertainment: Cynthia Pennikian
Cynthia Pennikian, the design genius behind CeeCode handbags, talks fashion idols, er fave island getaways and her Disney film obsession
- By Farah Andrews, Junior Writer, Scene magazine
- Published: 15:46 July 31, 2012
- Image Credit: Supplied picture
- Cynthia Pennikian, the design genius behind CeeCode handbags
Favourite film seen in last month?
Madagascar
Ultimate movie icon?
I like Charlize Theron, she’s such a woman!
Movie character you’d most like to play?
Aladdin’s Jasmine
Favourite movie quote?
“Don’t toy with me”, Jafar in Aladdin
Favourite movie snack?
Caramelised popcorn and strawberry Mentos
Current favourite TV show?
It’s not current, but I love Oprah
First record you ever bought?
Westlife, and yes I love their songs and you do too!
Last song downloaded?
Haven’t Met You Yet, Michael Buble
Song to be played at your funeral?
From this Moment On, Shania Twain. It will be my wedding and funeral song
Song guaranteed to get you on the dance floor?
Ai Se Eu Te Pego, Michel Teló
Favourite designer?
Marc Jacobs
Favourite fashion capital?
Milan
Favourite restaurant in the UAE?
My kitchen
What dish do you always order there?
Turkey and cheese sandwich
Last book read?
Handbag Chic: 200 Years of Designer Fashion by Desire Smith
Last thing you bought?
A Bebe skirt
Favourite holiday destination?
Capri, Italy
Favourite hotel?
I enjoy boutique hotels, so it varies
Best website?
ceecode.com
Favourite celebrity hottie?
Jenifer Lopez
Best UAE hangout?
Zuma with my girls
Personal motto?
CeeCode’s, carry yourself
Describe yourself in three words?
Passionate, determined and ready
Word or phrase you most say?
CeeCode!
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