Monika Manhas – Bangalore Fashion Week 19th Edition
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Monika Manhas – Bangalore Fashion Week 19th Edition

Bangalore. Fashion week 2018, celebrated its 10 years mark with the showcasing the designs by Monika Manhas. The designs were full of colors and prints as she says “I don’t want to be boring and monotonous”. She has a very vibrant and comforting personality that can be seen in her designs. The use of tie-dye and loose silhouette’s has been the most important factor in her collection. The denim patch work caught a lot of attention as well. Not only has she used these factors, but also utilized them a different way that makes every outfit feel different than the other! Photo Courtesy : Vivek #monikamanhas #bfw10yeras #tiedye #hippie #denim #patchwork #fashion #bfw #trending #spring #summer

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Abhi Singh – Bangalore Fashion Week 19th Edition
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Abhi Singh – Bangalore Fashion Week 19th Edition

Bangalore fashion week 2018, celebrating their 10th successful year, held their finale of the first day with a bang! Abhi Singh’s collection was a Spring- summer collection where his designs glorified the chic factor. We could observe how he has added a quilted element to the collection as well. The kimono inspired cover-ups were our favorite in the collection. He said he showcased one of his very first designs in Bangalore fashion week itself ! The collection surely did reflect the intelligence and experience he has gained throughout the years. Photo Courtesy : Vivek #abhisingh #bfw10years #bfw #nift #ottera #bangalore #kimono #swimwear #fashion #fashionweek #trending #spring #summer

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Aren’t All of Us Born to Win? Don’t be Afraid to Show Your True Colours
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Aren’t All of Us Born to Win? Don’t be Afraid to Show Your True Colours

Almost 70 years ago in the 1950s, people were genuinely happy as how they were. They were away from the spotlight with a slim opening for the exposure to the outside world. Decades passed and new developments occurred in the world- bringing spotlight to every individual which has almost succeeded, not in making individual traits, but in making copies and wannabes in the society. While Trans fashion models like Anjali Lama, Nitasha Biswas, Mona Veronica Campbell are so popular with their high-style, fashion designer and stylist Archana shares her thoughts and experiences in working with the normal transgender community that we come across in our day to day life in a fashion shoot. “Normally, transgenders are known for their sense of fashion and the way they carry themselves beautifully. They are no less to the normal models, when it comes to a high-style fashion shoot. But this concept where the lime light is on the super models makes the normal transgender community to think in a way that the society looks at them due to the prejudices spread by media conglomerates,” says Archana. Being a fashion stylist herself, Archana blames the field of fashion including everyone from the stylists, makeup artists, photographers and designers for this change in the mind-set of the Transgender community. “I wasn’t thinking this way until I saw a picture of a Trans-gender taken about 50 years ago, in which none of them were looked even close to a normal woman. Improper facial hair and broad muscular shoulders with a bit of feminine touch, that’s how they looked in the picture. They were beautiful as they were and totally different from the misguided perspections of today’s community.” It is us and the media who have created an image for women. A woman should be slim, sexy and beautiful – this is the image that has clouded our minds. And favoring this idea all the women we see in the movies, commercials and in the magazines fit to this agenda. So even a woman who is not perfectly sized or not fair will carry an undeserved inferiority complex. We never understand the changes in the mentality and the body of  Trans-genders whom we encounter in our daily life. This face of the society is what made the Transgender community to follow and undergo various treatments and surgeries so that they can look like those high-style models and tend to forget who they really are. To break down this mind-set, Archana initiated a photo-shoot with Trans-models, who were randomly chosen. None of them were professionals, yet they were very interested. “The main aim of the shoot was to portray them as how they naturally are and so there was no makeup used,’’ added Archana. Her idea of recreating a photo that was taken 50 years ago was just a small step in making the Transgender community realize how bold and beautifully they showcased themselves in the glorious past and being real is how they can achieve that glory again. The Transgenders need not apologise for being real. Instead, it is the society who should apologise for asking them to be something they are not.

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Decoding Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Style
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Decoding Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Style

1,598 Kareena Kapoor Khan has been the reigning Bollywood queen since many years. Many have come after her, but she still continues to have a stronghold – be it in the movies, brand endorsements, or just casual outings, she still manages to grab attention continuously. Kareena has been blessed with a clear complexion and bountiful tresses which make her look amazing even if she chooses to go make-up free. Her style and make-up is effortless and can be imbibed easily. She is a true Diva both, on and off the screen. Listed below are her 5 looks decoded for you: Look 1: Day time easy breezy look Kareena was snapped outside a suburban hotel in Mumbai for an event. Look 2: Ethnic Outfit Kareena Kapoor Khan donned a blue and gold kurta and skirt for a store launch of Malabar Gold and Diamonds in New Delhi. The overall look was simple and minimalist with immense emphasis on the jewelry. Look 3: White on white Kareena in a white on white ensemble, with a pop of color. The look is playful and flirty and can be easily copied for an outing with your girl gang.  4: Outfit worn for the launch of Soha Ali Khan’s book launch The sexy and bold outfit can be worn for a date night. It screams attention but is not over the top. Look 5: 17th Annual India Today Conclave 2018 Kareena Kapoor Khan looks chic and stylish in this ivory colored power suit with ruffle sleeves, minimal make-up and a messy bun. Who said wearing a suit is boring.   Submission by : Manisha Fernandes

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Five Easy Ways to Bring Colour in to Your Wardrobe
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Five Easy Ways to Bring Colour in to Your Wardrobe

Here are few easy ways to add colour to your wardrobe, as explored by TheStyle.world: Start small and work your way up. Trade in basic black for a different neutral. Choose colours that work with your skin, hair and personality. Wear a bold shoe. Add a bright handbag. Wear a multi coloured dress. If you’re a woman who loves the flare of fashion, travel and art, then add some elements into your wardrobe which suites the bright & bold elements of your personality. It’s time to take on colors, and if you’re not yet ready to grasp the rainbow through your clothes, look to your accessories and jewellery instead. 1.  Wear a bright watch   You must have the confidence when you choose bold colours. Adding arm candy with a color pop timepiece and a delightful matching bracelet will accentuate your style. According to colour therapy, the colour yellow brightens your mood and gives you energy, and the colour blue has a calming effect that helps you focus. 2.  Choose a bright belt bag   A cross-body and coloured clutch will always stand out against any outfit. But for a trendy look, choose the once maligned ‘bum-bag’ and/or a high-fashion belt bag. For a fresh look, choose a colour that clashes with your outfit. Pink looks great with bright red for instance, or pale green with purple. 3.  Opt for a statement scarf   The options are endless with a scarf, but it depends on how you wear it. Scarves will always add a view of personality to your outfit. An over-sized wool scarf draped over a shoulder, or a small silk scarf tied around the neck, with a handbag, a wrist -watch, or a classic headscarf, will add a splash of colour to your style. 4.  Style it with jewellery   There is more colour in jewellery than ever before, from jaunty earrings to bold necklaces and bangles. It’s a subtle touch, but it will often lift your outfit to another level. 5.  Layer it up   Do consider adding small details of style and colour because, a little colour goes a long way!  

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5 Makeup Product for this Monsoon!
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5 Makeup Product for this Monsoon!

“The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion. But cosmetics are easier to buy” – Yves Saint Laurent The only downside of monsoon is that it ends up ruining your makeup. So here are some makeup routines which will not only resolve this problem but also make you look fresh and flawless: Primer : Opt for a gel based primer. This is the perfect make-up product for the monsoon season. Apply it all over your face gently. Foundation : Go for a high coverage foundation. Don’t use a lot of it at first go. HD Foundation have water resistance properties which makes it perfect for this season. And as it is tinted, it brings a natural shine and glow to your face. Setting Powder : Don’t ever forget to apply setting powder under your eyes, on your forehead and on the bridge of your nose. You’ll be amazed to see how all the base sets into your skin so well. Brow : Filling your brows is a must. It will truly change your entire face and give more definition to your look. Forget about kohl in this season, instead go for a waterproof mascara.  Apply the mascara on your brow and your eyelids as well. TINT : Instead of powder blush, go for a cream-based tinted blush. Even if your face is wet, it stays for a longer time. And it can be used as lip tint also!

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Indian Couture Week 2018
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Indian Couture Week 2018

Indian couture week is one of the most awaited Indian fashion weeks that brings us some of the most beautiful and the most glamorous collection every year.  And its finally here! Presented by Hindustan times and Sunil Sethi design alliance, this big event starts from July 25 to July 29 at the Taj Palace, Delhi  featuring India’s  top couturiers –Anju  Modi, Amit  Aggarwal, Rohit Bhal, Eynu Tandan, Shyamal and Bhumika Shane and Falguni, Rahul Mishra, Pallavi Jaikishan and Varma. The extravaganza portrays stylish silhouettes to luxurious traditional bridal wear  that spells ‘grandeur’. This is going to be the 11th edition of the couture week, and it is undoubtedly the best fashion event in the country. Acquiring HT as a partner for this year, the fashion event will be propelled to a level of unprecedented importance. Designer Reynu Tandon agreed with Sunil saying that the week would be showcasing bridal trends for 2018. She also said that her collection was all for the youth who wanted an amalgamation of traditional and modern stylistic perspectives. The event started on a glamorous note on July 25 with ace designer Tarun Tahiliani showcasing his collection ‘Elysium’. Aditi Rao Hydari, who walked the ramp as his showstopper looked exquisite in a peach lehenga teamed with heavy gold jewellery. Tahiliani’s collection celebrated the modern Indian bride, with a  style of her own which had  all the elements of luxury incorporated in it along with a touch of contemporary fashion. Hydari, too symbolized the same, in the heavily embellished, off-shoulder lehenga featuring a semi-sheer, cape-styled dupatta with a long train. Her outfit further had floral embroidery all over it with fringes on the hemline. The traditional style choker from Shri Paramani’s Heritage collection complemented her ensemble. This was followed by Anju  Modi’s  collection which showcased trends from the Victorian  era with Kangana Ranaut’s bridal piece. The actor’s handcrafted lehenga teamed with a Victorian-style luxe velvet jacket and a plunging neckline is everything that a contemporary bride can ask for. Drawing her inspiration from the Victorian era, Modi took a step back in time and brought back the old cuts, silhouettes and designs. (Express Photo by Sristi Keshri) After being amazed by the royal presentation by Hitiani and Modi, there was a showstopping collection by Shane and Phalguni that enthralled us on the opening day. Kareena Kapoor Khan made hearts skip a beat as she walked the runway for Falguni and Shane Peacock. She walked down the ramp wearing a gold embellished lehenga with a plunging neckline with a see through dupatta with the duo’s signature feather twist with it and minimalistic jewelry to keep the highlight on the clothing. On the third day, the ramp was honored by the stunning  Shilpa Shetty who teamed up with Amit Agarwal wearing his collection named ‘Crystalis’. She wore a plum colored contemporary sari which looked like a wraparound gown with a slit on one side. It was embedded with crystals, which was paired with a halter blouse. The saree had metallic geometric patterns which made it look interesting, and unique, yet dashing. It had the designer’s signature polymer detail. Her accessories and make up matched her outfit. She went with a studded ear cuff on one ear and metallic rings on her fingers. plum eye-shadow with glossy lips to complement her outfit. Shyamal and Bhumika , the genius designer duo’s collection on the 4th day had brilliant traditional lehengas with a modern twist. Rising actor Kiara Advani teamed up with the duo and wore a sea green embroidered lehenga. The blouse had a plunging neck line and had netted and sleeves with puffed shoulder. The event that went on for 5 days finished in the best way possible. Designer Rohit Bhal’s collection inspired by  ‘a bouquet of flowers’. It had a variety of lehengas and anarkalies with floral prints, with velvet, elegant jewelry and geometric motifs. Every outfit worn by the models  looked elegant yet screamed glam and luxury. A lot of lace, geometric patterns, flamingos and parrots, and huge floral stems gave an amazing touch of contrast.

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Meraki – A Fashion & Lifestyle Magazine
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Meraki – A Fashion & Lifestyle Magazine

By Pojashree Vakati, Rashika Madikar, Shagun Sethi, Yashaswi Jadwani ‘Meraki ‘ is a first attempt at putting up a magazine by four very creatively exuberant amateurs. ‘Meraki’ literally means a piece of one’s soul that has been let out. The editors elaborate the  reason behind the name, quoting – “Having worked on a magazine content  for the first time for three months, the ‘Meraki’ is very near to our hearts. We have certainly left a piece of our souls in the magazine and hence the name Meraki”. The magazine is a fashion and life-style editorial that consists of conversations with interesting people and description of unique places. It covers sustainable topics (tips on sustainable styling) and sustainable designer (Anuj Sharma “Button Masala”), and androgynous fashion. The contents are as follows: Like Mother Like Daughter: Interviewed Wanita Ashok and her daughter. who share the same passion for fitness. Wanita Ashok, the mother, is a fitness queen, and her daughter is a fitness baker. Nirjal Basnet: Spoke about the evolution of androgynous fashion. Interviewed Nirjal Basnet – Famous androgynous model from Bangalore. Button Masala: Interviewed Anuj Sharma, an Ahmadabad-based designer. He makes garments with the help of buttons and rubber bands and no stitching. This ensures that a person can wear the garment several times in different styles, making it a sustainable option. Evolution of Style: Styling then and now. How people styled before and how its done now. Also trend take : One item of clothing or shoes can be styled in different ways to gain different looks Seva Cafe – an Ahmadabad-based cafe, where your  eat your meals and the bill comes to you as it is being gifted by some other random person. Ecological Homes: Spoke about sustainable interiors and mud houses. Interviewed Chitra Vishwanath – an architect in Bangalore. Covered street Food of Bangalore: VV Puram Make-up Trends from Breakfast to Dinner To view the magazine fully click on the link: http://anyflip.com/zjwp/nens

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JD Annual Design Awards 2018
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JD Annual Design Awards 2018

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