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Pearl Academy Portfolio 2018

March 26, 2018

Pearl Academy is the harbinger of fashion revolution with a futuristic outlook. The finale of FDCI Amazon India Fashion Week, 2018, became more exuberant with the creations of graduating students of Pearl Academy under the theme of ‘Future of Fashion’, presenting it as a day long ‘Pearl Academy Portfolio 2018’ fashion show series. They put up a set of 5 impressive shows. We enjoyed Show 1 which had highly appealing themes such as Indie – Fused, Azure Fantasy, Soul Fit, Textile Assemblage, Neutral Block, Lavender Mint, Blocks Divided, Prarie Tangerine, Femme Regale, Noir League, L’ Blanche, Dusk Strut and Bijoux by Jewellery Design students of Pearl Academy, Jaipur. Show 2 had an interesting range of themes and concepts such as, Summer Kaleidoscope, Welsh Summer, Yuppy Strut, Sci-Fi Street, Turmeric Tales, Vandalists, Aqua-Rouge, Rusted, Occult Force, Print & Patch and Tourmaline among others. The final year students of Fashion styling and Image Design showcased a highly thought out collection that combined the need for fashion sustainability with preservation of traditional Indian craft without compromising with the ever advancing fashion trends. The students are sensitive to both fashion culture and the power of fashion as a driver of social change. They conceptualized ‘Fashion as a voice for Social Activism’ by pairing it up with an elegant ‘Black Swan’ ballet performance. The young designers showed their prowess by creating exquisite costumes to convey body-positivity movements and gender aesthetics through it. Rajul Goldar brought our attention to environment-friendly fabrics that do not involve shedding of trees. He is spearheading a movement to bring about the face of forests on ramp along with promoting the use of non-cellulosic fabrics. The collection by Pallavi Yadav had a story of deconstructing of the garment and decorating it with zero-water embellishments. A luxrious collection – Tawaif – drew …

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‘Dine Like Royals’ at K3 JW Marriott Aerocity

March 22, 2018

Have you ever fancied being able to dine like royalty? What is the first thing that pops into your mind when I say ‘Dine Like Royals’? Is it lush and rich interiors and gold trimmed china to feast on? Have you ever thought that the term could mean so much more than just materialistic glamour? Well, K3 JW Marriott is amazingly brilliant at proving the same! A feast fit for royalty is what I was showered with when I decided to step into this wonderful paradise! This inspiring concept by the K3 JW Marriott brings together the rich cuisine of Rampur, right from the kitchens of the Nawabs! Having teemed up with 3rd generation cooks from the royal kitchen itself, the 11-day festival is a paradise for anyone and everyone who wants to explore the rich cuisine of Rampur in its most authentic form! Get ready to let your taste buds experience the best food one can be offered and allow yourself to be lulled into a food coma while you are here! Thanks to the beautiful dry spices that the brilliant Rampuri chefs use in their cooking, the food that comes out of their kitchen has an unparalleled brilliance to it! Some of their all time popular dishes have been the Mirchi ka Halwa, Tar Qorma and the Murg Sondha, and that is precisely what I was going to get to indulge in this time! Drinks I started my meal off with the Aam Ras and Rampur Punch and I could not have been happier about the choice I made! The Aam Ras was refreshing and sweet, while the Rampur Punch had a certain spicey undertone to it that was perfectly blended to form one of the best cocktails that I have ever had! Appetisers Ofcourse I had to …

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JIVAANA – ONE STOP FOR WEDDING SHOPPING

February 2, 2018

“Trends come and go, and style evolves. It’s important to have pieces of jewelry that are timeless and look chic despite ever-changing fashions.” Karen Elson One of the most tangible ways to express one’s personality is by the kind of jewellery we wear. JIVAANA opens up a pandora box for the millennial women to express their dynamic personality from a variety of designer jewellery. Since wedding season is round the corner, we share with you some of our hot timeless picks from the ONLINE DESIGNER JEWELLERY BY JIVAANA. Their latest wedding collection of ethnic jewellery is all that one can dream of. We discovered some timeless designer earrings including jhumka, chandbali and studs in kundan and pearl. Their collection of designer necklaces is something to look out for, which includes beautiful choker necklace sets and pearl necklaces. To complete the look, there is a range of stunning maang tikka, golden rings and designer bracelets. RING CEREMONY SPECIAL Ring ceremony is the time when one wants to look elegant but in the ethnic vibe as well. Minimal luxe jhumkas like these 18 karat Gold Plated Flower Jhumka Earrings are an absolute delight to go with a flowy Anarkali set for the Ring Ceremony. Opt for a solid design or add pearl embellishment to the earrings that will enhance theoverall look by bringing more elegance along with comfort. Ring ceremonies are simpler than other events and for that these jhumkas are perfect. Ladies Sangeet The “Mehendi Laga Ke Rakhna” has to be grandeur than the ring ceremony but not too over-the-top so as to look like a wedding ensemble. Making the right statement, yet maintaining the limelight, we suggest opting for a pair of captivating Kundan Balis such as this pair of Maroon Earrings With Kundan Work & Pearl Work for the evening. Pair these with a …

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VLCC Zodiac Facial – Review

December 21, 2017

India is a country where Astrological faith is taken quite seriously. And India is also a country which is always adapting various forms of beautifying self, be it naturally or scientifically. Amalgamating these two major elements and bringing together a concept, VLCC has anted up the beauty game manifolds. Have you ever heard of VLCC Zodiac Facial? Well, it’s not just a term, but the procedure is indeed backed by an astrological concept which has been studied on for centuries. VLCC Zodia Facial is basically a facial procedure, which is performed using products designed based on one’s zodiac stone. Like I being an Arian was given a VLCC Zodiac Facial – Diamond, as my zodiac stone is diamond. All the zodiacs are dominated by their individual signs, like – Fire, Earth, Air & Water. According to Ayurveda, when our skin cells are stimulated with the help of zodiac stones, this helps to increase skin cell turnover to speed up repair processes and help to reveal smooth and radiant skin. The zodiac-based facials are infused with the ‘bhasm’ of the birthstones relevant to your sun sign. The activated ‘bhasm’ works on the skin to give it the much-needed energy boost and glow The products used in Zodiac Facial (Cleanser/Serum/Pack) are charged with precious Gemstone and have an efficacy of the particular stone effect on an individual. While your sign can shed light on your life, it can also be useful when interpreting what ingredients to use on your skin. The birth stones that we have for you are:  Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Aquamarine, Opal, Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Topaz, Turquoise, Garnet, and Amethyst. My Experience : VLCC being an expert in making you feel pampered and taking their service protocols quite seriously don’t believe in just giving their customers a facial, but making …

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Style Partners – Tacfab Fashions

October 31, 2017

Fashion Weeks are those two weeks in a year when the fashion enthusiasts get into their best of attires, strutting their way through the crowd of those who cheer tassels and bomber jackets more than an elementary chaos of monochrome mundaneness that otherwise consumes us all. While we all wish to be in our best of attires 365 days of the month, these few select days are when we give in our 100% to look the best versions of ourselves. Keeping up with the requirements, and given the 2nd yearly season of the fashion week commences during the Indian festive season, I collaborated with Tacfab Fashions to be my style partners for one of the days of the fashion week. Tacfab Fashions Pvt. Ltd. operates under the parent company, Sahib Textiles, which is a 65 years old textiles house. They are into wholesale dress material and fabric manufacturing business since 1947. Tacfab specialises in ready-to-stitch, salwar kameez sets and dress material fabrics that infuse the latest trends with the ethnic silhouettes flawlessly. After spending an hour with the brilliant team of Tacfab Kamla Nagar and trying out an array of dresses, anarkalis, pakistani palazzo-kurti sets and some really amazing off-the-runway fusion dresses, I picked up this really vibrant Anarkali to wear to the fashion week. Their are so many things that I loved about this look. 1stly, the ombre dye-design of the Anarkali definitely anted up the design quotient manifolds. The fitting was absolutely complimenting around the torso with a voluminous skirt falling below the waist to floor lengths for added drama. The side slit of the Anarkali made me feel like the Indian Angelina Jolie at times (no kidding) while the hassled and embellished dupatta turned out to be the star of the overall look. The best part about …

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Himalayan Orchard Pure Collaborates With Masaba Gupta

August 10, 2017

If you’ve been spotting Himalayan Orchard Pure Flavoured water bottles in the supermarket, I’d suggest you grab all three flavours and give it a try! You won’t be disappointed. The flavours are refreshing, contain a very nominal ratio of sugar content and can be taken as a great post lunch/sugar-rush or evening on-the-rocks drink. Launched just recently, the Himalayan Orchard Pure flavoured water range has become a talk amongst food lovers and health-enthusiasts alike. Being a witness to the launch, I got to try these flavoured drinks first, which are entitled to change the algorithm of drinking healthy and feeling content at the same time. Did you know that Himalayan Drinking Water is actually collected, packaged and bottled from the Himalayas? Which means upon consumption, we get to drink the purest form of water available in India. Adding natural flavours to this, Himalaya Orchard Pure mineral water by NourishCo Beverages Ltd, is the latest to hit the ‘all natural products’ market. What caught my attention is that it is bottled in easy to carry containers. Another point that I liked was that this water is supposed to contain all the natural minerals found in water naturally, and many of the others added to it. Speaking about myself, I have a really intense sweeth tooth. Which means, I cannot do without drinking something sweet on a daily basis. Himalayan Orchard Pure Mineral Water not only provides a sweet fruity flavour to the drink, but the purest collection of water ensures my body staying hydrated at all times as well! Himalayan Mineral water has enhanced the flavour of its water with three different flavours like Peach, Apple and Strawberry. So, now you have naturally flavoured drinking water. This water is available at just Rs 55 for a bottle of 500 ml in in …

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SHOP LUXURY LEATHER BAGS AT SELECT CITYWALK

July 24, 2017

Bags are something that can ante-up a basic silhouette without putting in much effort. With celebrities promoting an array of seasonal bags on airports to promotional meets, it has become one accessory that’s an amalgamation of style and utility. In the league of bags, leather ones deserve special mention. They are sophisticated, long lasting, refined in terms of look and are an absolute favorite of designers and fashion editors alike. Here are three luxury bag brands from my favourite shopping destination Select CITYWALK that you can indulge in. HIDESIGN If you are someone who loves the old-school charm of leather bags, then Hidesign should be your go-to place. With finely stitched handmade bags in a variety of styles and sizes, HIDESIGN caters to everyone’s needs. Based on the trends at the New York Fashion Week, I have shortlisted two handbags that will go with your 9 to 6 wear. You can pick them from their store at Select CITYWALK. Trend | Sling Bags  (source link) This season, it’s all about being compact. Sling bags in a variety of shapes and color schemes are not only cute but are high on utility as well. Pack up your lipstick, plastic money, and energy bar in the sling the bag across with elan! Trend | Bucket Bags   (image link) Bucket bags are back on the trend list and have become a must have accessory this season. Launched with a new twist this time, bucket bags have become more colorful, with feminine touch and softer fabrics. Plumette handbag by Hidesign is ideal for those who prefer backpacking rather than slinging; for a day out. Not to forget the intricate floral leather embellishments, apt for the summer/monsoon season. DA MILANO DA MILANO is another luxury brand which caters to the leather bags category. Delivering an …

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John Players Launches SS’17 Menswear Collection

June 30, 2017

John Players has always been associated with being the retail leaders in the Indian menswear market. Keeping up with their promise of introducing latest international trends to the Indian consumers, John Players has recently launched their Spring Summer Collection SS’17 for men, which is an amalgamation of style for all and intense inclusion of various prints and colour palette; catering to all. The collection has been picked up from the international runways, customised for the Indian body type and offers a diverse categorical sub-catalogue venturing into various style-requirements that Indian men require on a daily basis. John Players 2017 collection has been inspired by travel attributes, offering spunky motifs and prints that go well with all men. The colour scheme runs through hues of green, yellow, red and blue among other basic tones like B&W and browns. What I really liked about the collection was that John Players designers believe that prints are meant for all, hence offering a variety of prints on shirts like floral patterns, madras checks and embroidered butta motif; to celebrate style for those men who love experimenting yet looking suave. Me along with my friend Rahul Makkar of FitFoodiesMantra recently visited John Players Lajpat Nagar store to check out the collection in person and style Rahul in three of the mix-matched looks. Rahul, belonging to the hospitality industry, understands the necessity of looking presentable at all times. But he also understands the dilemma of being comfortable yet being confident in whatever men wear. Hence, his take on the collection is that the range offers a great fit, the fabrics used are apt for the Indian weather conditions and the choice of picking from a line of styles and colour palettes is absolutely remarkable. To celebrate the new launch, we styled Rahul in three different looks. …

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VAMI Launches Web Series

May 24, 2017

I’m gonna be honest here! I love the denims trend, but their is so much that one can take during this summer heat. And the same goes for our clandestine affair with the blue distressed denims, that takes a break-up mode every time the temperature rises. So what exactly is the alternate of lowers, that is versatile enough to go as a daily wear and can pretty much be stretched out to the after-hours for some chugging wars and food-meets with friends? The answer is – VAMI! What’s Vami? It’s a lifestyle brand started in 2012, by the Bonjour Group. The brand deals in an array of churidar, ankle length leggings, capri and blouses. It has 15 exclusive brand outlets plus the entire product range is also available on e-commerce giants like Amazon, Flipkart, Snapdeal, etc. Speaking about the versatility of the products as far as styling them for different occasions is concerned, then the leggings work up as a great lower that can be worn with a formal shirt, a kurti, a chilled out top and a variety of other style experiments. What makes this line of leggings unique is its product quality that stretches out to give a comfortable fit to the wearer, without degrading the finesse of the fabric or making it look too stretched on the body. The double seaming gives a perfect finish to the product, making the wearer feel carefree all day. To bring quirk to their brand VAMI, Bonjour Group recently launched a web series which circles around ‘Yoga Postures’ and the fine quality of VAMI products. Vami encourages every woman who is a multi-tasker and frisking from home to office and back to steal a moment and indulge in asanans. The quirky version of yoga asanas that this web series focuses on are …

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VIVO IPL Limited Edition V5PLUS Smartphone

April 17, 2017

Yes! You heard that right. The global smartphone brand VIVO being the title sponsor of ongoing T20 IPL Cricket League have partnered with India’s leading e-commerce website Flipkart, to launch V5Plus Limited Edition smartphone, in celebration of IPL’s 10th anniversary. The catch? This smartphone comes with VIVOIPL logo engraved at the back with matte black finish and the most futuristic specification features. The limited edition V5Plus handset is priced at Rs.25,990/- and is available for purchase on Flipkart, till stocks last. The initiative has been taken by Vivo India to offer Indian cricket fans a chance to possess a souvenir of the Indian Premier League. Talking about his excitement on this partnership, Mr. Vivek Zhang, CMO of Vivo India said, “We are pleased to announce our exclusive partnership with Flipkart to offer limited edition Vivo V5Plus smartphone. With this partnership, we aim to use the exclusive online market. Today, one cannot ignore the power of online medium and through this association we want to give a chance and comfort to consumers across both mediums to own this exclusive product. The idea behind the launch of limited edition phone was to offer our consumers with not just the phone but an experience they can cherish for a life time. We have given strictest attention to the design and feel of the phone and our focus is to offer an exclusive experience to the cricket crazy audience. We are hopeful that the limited edition V5Plus phones will draw huge attention from the audience.” Sharing the zeal of Mr. Vivek from Vivo India, Mr. Ajay Yadav, Head – Mobiles, Flipkart expressed “Flipkart is delighted to partner with Vivo in celebrating the 10 glorious years of IPL in India. Over the last decade, Flipkart has emerged as the market leader in smartphone sales, offering …

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