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Best of beauty at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 5

Last day of the Amazon India Fashion Week was low-key on the makeup with designers opting for the ‘no make-up’ make-up look with a hint of smokey eyes to keep the focus on the beautiful outfits. Here’s a quick look at the best of beauty trends on the runway.

Just like all other days, the last day of Amazon India Fashion Week also witnessed smokey eyes but with a modern spin. Designers Shweta Kapur, Sneha Arora and Amalraj Sengupta added a unique edge to the smokey eye with models wearing dramatic eyeliner going all over the eyelid structuring the eye with warm toned cheeks and nude lips.

There’s nothing like a classic smokey eye, but sometimes it’s fun to go beyond the usual black and switch things up. Designer duo Ashima – Leena spiced up their collection by smoking up golden eye-shadow and highlighting the inner corners of the eyes in coral with bare lips.

The Finale was a grand affair with India’s finest couturiers coming together to present an ode to the ‘Crafts of India’. Different stories were painted starting with a western collection, followed by ethnic beauty with hues of royal crimson, reds and fiery orange. With models wearing bold smokey eyes and nude lips, it was a true delight to watch the balanced colours play out their magic.

March 30, 2015
Best of hair-styling at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 5

Slick, smooth and glossy hair pulled back into ponytails and hair accessorised with scarves dominated the runway on the last day of the Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’15. Take a look.

Neat and sleek is the trick

Designers Shweta Kapur, Sneha Arora and Amalraj Sengupta opted for neatly scrunched ponytails that perfectly complimented their elegant collections on the last day of the extravaganza.

Scarves tied as turbands

Models looked stunning walking down the ramp in beautifully crafted head scarves for designer duo Ashima Leena’s ethnic collection.

The grand finale of the Amazon India Fashion was a historical moment as 25 A-list designers from the fraternity got together to showcase 50 outfits to pay an ode to ‘Crafts of India’. Designers opted for unique headgears, scarves tied as turbans, caps with intricate mirror work and maang tikkas.

March 30, 2015
Best of Beauty at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 4

Fourth day at the Amazon India Fashion week A/W’ 15 witnessed clean lines and androgynous looks by various designers like Sahil Kochhar, Pia Pauro, Bodice by Ruchika Sachdev, Péro by Aneeth Arora and Gaurav Gupta. Here is an insight to the best of beauty trends that ruled the ramp.

Designers Nikhita, Pratima Pandey and Sahil Kochhar presented their outfits in various hues of black, nude and red complementing dramatic smokey eyes with nude lips. On the other hand Designers like Aneeth Arora and Gaurav Gupta opted for soft smokey eyes with a pop of baby pink along with soft, sculpted bronzed skin.

The ‘barely-there’ make-up look dominated the collections of day four of the Amazon India Fashion Week with designers Viral, Ashish & Vikrant and Bodice by Ruchika Sachdeva opting for nude eyes, pink tinted lips and warm toned cheeks.

Mixing modern cuts with playful textures designers Poonam Bhagat and Sonam Dubal added a dash of brilliant coral on the lips and silver hues on the eyes flattering their winter collection whereas designer Pia Pauro opted for a tint of pink on the lips and traced the water-line with white, highlighting the inner-corners of the eyes making the models look fresh and natural.

March 29, 2015
Best of hair-styling at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 4

Neatly clenched hair in ponytails, African headgears, colourful scarves and simple-pulled back hair were some of the looks that ruled the runway. Here’s a quick look at the best hair-styling trends that were most prominent on the fourth day of the Amazon India Fashion Week.

#1 Puffs and ponytails

On day four of the Amazon India Fashion Week, Designers Pratima Pandey, Sahil Kochhar and Nikhita opted for high puffs with ponytails complement their collections.

#2 Tribal headgears, scarfs and braided hairbands

Designer Pia Pauro’s collection ‘Riders on the storm’ went a step away from the usual where models were seen wearing African tribal feathery headgears which were an absolute treat to the eye. Designer Sonam Dubal went for colourful scarfs tied as turbands for her collection that consisted of a mix of reds, fuchsia and orange whereas designer label Virtues by Viral, Ashish & Vikrant used braided hairband and accessories to complete their military inspired look.

#3 Twists and buns

Models looked stunning in Scottish caps and hair tied into twisted buns on the sides walking the ramp for designer Aneeth Arora. Neatly tied accessorised-buns were donned by models showcasing the collections of Designers Poonam Bhagat and Sonam Dubal.

#4 Half-scrunched hair

Bodice by Ruchika Sachdeva kept it simple staying true to its collection with half-scrunched hair to the back secured with a small hair tie. Whereas designer Gaurav Gupta chose long front flicks and high buns for the models showcasing his metallic collection.

March 29, 2015
Best of Beauty at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 3

The third day of Amazon India Fashion Week was all about the wintery palette with subtle eyes, luminous skin and earthy tones. Here is an insight into everything we loved about beauty and make-up at day three of the Amazon India Fashion Week.

#1 Modern take on smokey eyes

Designers Paromita Banerjee and Tanvi Kedia took a modern take on the classic smokey eyes by highlighting the inner corners using a touch of gold. The gold seemed to have perfectly blended into the grey stone blue eyeshadow above the eyelid and into the lower lash line.

#2 R for red, R for retro!

Red lips were prominent throughout the first day of the Amazon India Fashion Week and they appeared yet again on the third day, but with a retro spin. Designers Anupama Dayal, Sanchita and Namrata Joshpuria made a statement with soft subtle kohl eyes keeping the focus only on the perfectly sculpted rusty red lips.

#3 Luminescent skin

The third day of Amazon India Fashion Week was all about dewy, luminescent skin with just a hint of blush for a natural flushed glow. Models had flawlessly radiant looking skin with soft highlights, contoured and structured cheeks that appeared fresh and romantic.

March 28, 2015
Best of hair-styling at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 3

Immaculately clenched hair, serpentine tresses, simple straight hair and gothic emo looks dominated the runway on day three at the Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15. Here’s a quick look on the best hair-styling trends that were most prominent on the ramp.

#1 Tidy ponytails

Designer duo Pankaj and Nidhi opted for neat ponytails for their collection ‘Rouge Minerale’ which perfectly complimented the reds, arctic pink and sapphire blue silhouettes on the other hand designers Tanvi Kedia and Paromita Banerjee also went for neatly clenched ponytails for their traditional collections ‘Jama ’and ‘Boro part 2’ respectively.

#2 Serpentine tresses

The models looked stunning walking down the ramp for designer Rina Singh’s artistic pieces under the label ‘EKA’ and label 11.11 in open wavy tresses on the third day of the Amazon India Fashion Week.

#3 Go Emo

Designer Sanchita opted for something different by giving an ‘emo look’ to her models dressed up in leopard and floral print outfits.

#4 Open Locks

Designer Anupama Dayal presented her ethnic yet contemporary collection where models were seen wearing maang tikkas and head scarves with long front locks.

#5 Straight middle-part hair

Designer Namrata Joshipura went simple with straight middle-parted hair complementing her strong, powerful and feminine collection for her collection showcased at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’15

March 28, 2015
Indian bridal makeup tips: know the dos and don’ts
Are you just days away from your big day which means you’ve probably got your outfit sorted out. But, still not sure about the makeup yet? Don’t worry pretties, ‘cause we’re here to help. We have put together top Indian bridal makeup tips to ensure you look picture perfect on your D-day.

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If you haven’t been diligent about your looks and makeup, now’s the time to begin. We understand that selecting the perfect attire for your wedding is a massive decision but choosing the right makeup is just as important. After all, a beautiful bride is the star of the occasion right.

So, all you lovely brides-to-be, grab yourself a cup of coffee and read through our definitive guide on amazing Indian bridal makeup tips. Don’t let some beauty blunders and wedding-day disaster get in the way of looking your absolute best.

Our dos and don’ts of bridal makeup tips for Indian brides will help you become Instagram-ready.

Do:
- Apply right skincare products – All the lovely brides-to-be, always go for oil free moisturiser that will keep your skin hydrated and will be the perfect base for your wedding day makeup. Also, use eye cream as it adds volume to the thin, delicate skin around the eyes and a lip balm to keep your lips moist.
- Use primer – This must-have can help you get rid of wrinkles and pores. Splurge on a primer that complements your skin tone. Apply it after skincare and before applying foundation.
- Use makeup brush to apply foundation – Try out some sample foundation before your D-Day to get the perfect look. Wear it all day long and apply in thin layers using a makeup brush.
- Opt for concealer after foundation – Apply as little concealer as possible to cover the blemishes and enhance the natural look of your skin.
- Use powder to get rid of greasy skin – Yes, powder is important to avoid oily skin. Massive powder brush can make your skin look dry.
- Avoid sparkly products – We feel eyeshadows/ face powders/ highlighters with glitters are a complete no-no.
- Define your brows – Shape your brows with a pencil that matches your hair colour.
- Highlight your eyes – Go for waterproof mascara and eyeliners. To make your eyes standout, keep your eyeshadow colours simple, light and fresh. You can opt for charcoal, navy, or mahogany in eyeliners.
- Choose flattering lip colours – The perfect lip colour can make or break your complete look. Choose wisely from bridal-friendly colour groups—nudes, pinks and reds – as it’s the most essential part of your big-day look.
- Wear blush – For an instant facelift, blush your cheeks. Choose pink if you have fair complexion, while the dark skin tone beauties can go for rosier hues.
- Go for the best makeup artist in town – You loved your BFF’s wedding look? Find out about her makeup artist. Believe us, personal recommendations are the best. If you are selecting a makeup artist on your own, avoid the ones who have a portfolio full of dark smokey eyes and bright lips. Makeup consultations are a good idea.
- DIY wedding makeup – If you don’t have the time to find a makeup artist, the awesome would-be brides can do their own makeup. We understand that wedding day makeup is different from regular makeup and has to last all day. We advise you to book a lesson with a skilled professional at least a month before the occasion to avoid any fashion blunders and know about the new beauty trends.
- Choose the right look – Heavy smokey makeup is inappropriate if your wedding dress boasts a soft colour. Go for a look that complements your attire. You can take inspiration from bridal magazines and red carpet looks to know about the latest runway fashion trends.
Don’t
- Limit your makeup just to the face.
- Use day makeup for evening weddings.
- Go for facials right before the wedding.
- Follow latest fashion and beauty trends blindly.
Girlies! Getting the perfect, modern and pretty wedding look is not that difficult when you follow our bridal makeup tips for Indian brides. So, be a style goddess and get over those wedding-day blues.

Also read: How to Look Slim in a Saree?

Watch these vidoes to master the art of perfect wedding day makeup in no time.

1. This video focuses on getting the perfect flawless skin on your D-day with little makeup.

2. Watch this video if you are donning a traditional Indian attire on your wedding day.
March 27, 2015
Best of hair-styling at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 2

Beachy Bohemian curls, neatly teased hair, fuss-free buns, and simple straight hair dominated the ramp on the second day at the Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15. Here’s a sneak peak into the hairstyling trends that were prominent on the runway at day two of AIFW.

#1 Teased hair

Designers Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna opened the second day of the 25^th edition of the Amazon India Fashion Week by unveiling their collection ‘An early frost’ with models walking the ramp in neatly tied hair with teased puffs to enhance the overall impact of their structured outfits.

#2 Beachy Bohemian curls

Designer duo Hemant and Nandita and designer Pallavi Mohan opted for loose Boho curls for their collections. They accessorised the model’s beachy locks with hats and floral retro bands.

#3 Tidy buns

Designer Samant Chauhan chose fuss-free neat buns to complement his collection that represented purity and divine energy.

#4 Messy fishtail braids

Designers Malini Ramani and Rina Dhaka presented their edgy and dazzling collections with models walking the catwalk in side-swept messy fishtail braids.

#5 Straight middle-part hair

Staying true to their design philosophy ‘simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication’, designer duo Abraham and Thakore went for straight hair with a middle-parting accessorised with monochrome clips on either sides of the parting on the second day of the Amazon India Fashion Week Day.

March 27, 2015
Best of hair-styling at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’15: Day 1

The most-anticipated Amazon India Fashion Week Autumn/Winter edition kicked off in New Delhi on 25^thMarch 2015. Besides the awe-inspiring ensembles of India’s most renowned fashion designers, there were also plenty of exciting hair-styling trends to check out on day 1 of the event. Here’s our pick of the best ways to do up those tresses as learned from the runway.

#1 Tie ‘em tresses:

Models walking the ramp for designer Rajesh Pratap Singh’s collection ‘The Best Medicine is Laughter’ were seen in neatly tied-up hair buns on the side and back. The nurse caps perfectly complemented the theme. Models walking for Kavita Bhartia completed the entire look with roughly curled, tied-up hair.

#2 Crop them up:

The ear-short, curled, muddled look was carried off effortlessly by models walking the ramp for designer Nikasha’s collection ‘Ruby’ on the second day of the Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’15.

#3 Crowns and gilded glamour:

Designer Anju Modi transformed the ramp into a dreamy world with her collection ‘How to write a fairytale’ with models in open, tangled, curly hair and crowns to complement the entire look. Concluding the first day of the extravaganza was designer JJ Valaya’s collection ‘The Bolshoi Bazaar’ with models walking effortlessly in high, tied buns with antique gold embellished head bands and hair accessories.

March 26, 2015
Best of Beauty at Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15: Day 1

Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’15 kicked off yesterday in the best way possible. From the minimal make-up look, to fresh and dewy, to bold statement lips, there was a degree of experimentation and tonnes of catchy statements everywhere! Here are the make-up trends that stood out on day 1.

#1 The best of reds

Make-up artists brought sexy back with red. Bold and bright shades of scarlet, wine and berry red ruled the stage on day 1. From designer Anju Modi’s ‘How to write a fairytale’ to Kavita Bhartia and Rajesh Pratap Singh’s ‘The best medicine is laughter’, almost every show made a statement with well-defined lips, be it matte or glossy, adding a pop of colour to the pastel and neutral hues.

#2 Glittering eyes

On day 1, designer Anju Modi showcased shimmery white and aqua blue smoky eyes on her models. Other designers like JJ Valaya, Nikasha, Kavita Bhartia went for a neutral minimal look with a thin liner and a hint of mascara.

#3 Structured cheeks

Designer JJ Valaya had his models look sculpted with completely defined cheeks and intense blusher. Other designers like Payal Singhal, Nikasha, Rajesh Pratap Singh went for a sun-kissed natural contour with a dash of neutral blush.

March 26, 2015
Product review: Top 3 bronzers available in India

Bronzers imitate the healthy look of the sun on to your face and warm up the complexion by adding definition. With summers around the corner, it’s time to flaunt that perfect sun-kissed look with these oh-so-awesome bronzers. Here are three bronzers available in the market that you must try.

1)      Chanel ‘Soleil Tan De Chanel’

Chanel has improvised their formula and re-launched their bronzer with a new name and it is better than ever. ‘Soleil Tan De Chanel’ will be your best friend if you love to contour or to get a hint of tan on your face. It has a velvety matte cream gel formula that is soft and smooth and perfectly blends into the skin leaving a natural dewy look. It can be used all over or just for the purpose of contouring.

‘Soleil Tan De Chanel’ is sheer and light weight, comes in a plastic packing unlike other Chanel products and is very handy. For heavy coverage use your fingers or simply buff it on to your skin using a brush for an air brushed look. This product is recommended for all skin types and is a sure value for money as the jar will last you forever.

‘Soleil Tan De Chanel’ is priced at INR 2450

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2)      Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder

Bobbi Brown’s bronzing powder is a soft smooth matte powder bronzer that instantly brightens up your face. It is a wonderful product for that extra oomph and makes you look healthy and extremely natural on the skin without any shimmer or sparkle. This bronzer’s consistency is smooth and blends into your skin easily without getting chalky or excessively powdery. Bobbi Brown’s bronzing powder is suitable for all skin types but works especially well on oily skin without making it look patchy or uneven. It is highly pigmented and adds warmth to the face. Moreover, one swipe of this product is enough to build up a strong intensity.

Price – INR 4000 onwards

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3)      MAC Bronzing powder

If you’re looking for a bronzer that is easy on the pocket then MAC’s bronzing powder should be your choice. MAC Bronzing Powder as the name says is a pressed powder bronzer extremely smooth with a lightly frosted shimmer that gives a sheer natural highlighting effect perfectly suitable for Indian skin tones.

Dust the bronzer on the forehead, cheeks, nose, chin and neck; it is very pigmented, just a light swab can go all the way. It is sleek and compact, comes handy with a mirror and is ideal for every day contouring and sculpting. This product gives a nice fresh glow without looking cakey, doesn’t give an orange tint like other bronzers and stays on your skin for long.

MAC Bronzing Powder priced at INR1650

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March 20, 2015
5 lipsticks you definitely need to try this summer

Nowadays, lips are all about the pout. And there is no better way to add that extra punch to your everyday look than a bright lip colour. With the summer approaching faster than expected, a heavy face will just melt off and make your face look cakey. In such a case, the lipstick serves a great purpose; it is quick and easy to throw on and brightens up your face effortlessly. The right lipstick shade actually deepens the colour of your eyes and makes your face look sharper. A handy tube of lipstick is an essential item to always keep in your bag, be it at work or for a dinner with friends. Here is a list of five lipsticks you must get your hands on to this summer.

Colorbar Creme Touch Lipstick ‘Passionate’

This Colorbar creme touch lipstick is rich in moisturizing properties and makes your lips look fuller, creamier and moist all day. It has ingredients like shea butter, Vitamin E and sunscreen agents which nourish and protect your lips against UV rays.

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Lakme Absolute Sculpt Studio Matte ‘Peach Pout’

If you are looking for versatile colour options between shades of pink and red, you must try the peach way. ‘Peach pout’ is a highly pigmented lip colour from Lakme’s latest collection of matte lipsticks. It adds dimension and strength to your lips and makes it easier to highlight them. Recommended by Lakme’s makeup experts, this new range also promises high-colour long-lasting matte pout in just one stroke.

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L’Oréal Colour Riche Lipcolour ‘Fairest Nude’

This summer do not miss out on this luxury lip colour by L’Oréal. This new nude lip shade adds rich luminous colour in a weightless, creamy texture and moisturizes the lips making it stay for hours without flaking or splitting.

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Lancôme Rouge In Love ‘Crazy Tangerine’

Lancome’s crazy tangerine is a warm-toned orange with a hint of gloss. Although this lip colour might come across as thin in texture, it has the power to stay in place for 4-5 hours. The subtle orange tint will brighten up your summer outfits while leaving your lips moist all day and is one of our favourite lipsticks for summer.

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Mac ‘Ruby Woo’

This matte red lipstick feels soft on the lips and just one swipe gives good enough pigmentation to last an entire day. This cherry red lipstick suits all skin tones, instantly brightens the face whilst making your teeth look whiter. It gives full coverage to the lips and adds a smooth texture that is sure to stay on for 6-8 hours.

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March 18, 2015
3 concealers available in India that you must try!

There are very few women in this world who don’t have a concealer in their makeup bags. With growing awareness and availability of makeup products, the concealer has made a special place for itself in vanity kits and rightly so. Concealers help in hiding blemishes, covering dark under-eye areas and evening out skin tones. They can also be used as a base for your eye shadows and lip colours. If you still don’t have a concealer, here are 3 superb products available in India that you must try!

While using a concealer you need to keep the following points in mind;
a) Always apply concealer right after the primer and before the foundation
b) If the concealer is not blended properly, it will not stay for very long so blend, blend and blend away
c) Set your concealer using a loose powder to keep it in place for longer
d) While choosing a concealer, go for a colour that is one shade lighter than your foundation, not your skin colour. A lighter concealer shade works on hiding blemishes better and the foundation will eventually match it to your natural skin tone.

#1 MAC Studio Finish Concealer

This concealer can classify as slightly creamy and comes in a small pot which is sure to last you for at least six months (if used daily). It’s perfect for acne-prone skin, provides medium-full coverage and comes in a variety of shades. If you walk into a MAC store, they’ll help you with the perfect colour for your skin type. Use it with a brush (preferably) and dab it on to your blemishes and under-eye area first and then start blending it. This product needs a little more blending than usual but if applied correctly it easily lasts for six-eight hours. It is thick in consistency which does mean more blending but also makes it ideal for people who don’t like using a foundation.

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#2 Bourjois Healthy Mix Correcting Concealer

This is a liquid concealer with light-medium coverage, great for people struggling with uneven skin-tone and light blemishes. The concealer is easy to apply because of its packaging. It comes in a tube with a slanted tip. Just apply two small triangles around the cheek bones and blend in with your fingers. Use the extra product left on your fingers on the forehead and the chin area, if needed. Apply foundation evenly after this step and set both with loose powder to make it last for six hours easily. It doesn’t cake, flake or settle into fine lines and smells great because it is made of natural food extracts.

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#3 Revlon PhotoReady Concealer SPF 20

Revlon PhotoReady Concealer comes in the form of a stick and stick concealers are best suited to cover under-eye dark circles. This concealer provides light coverage and is a little shimmery, best for evening wear. It works very well for dry skin and needs to be applied along with a moisturizer because of its thick and dry texture. Moisturise your face first and then apply the product on to blemishes and in the under-eye area. Blend with your fingers or with a brush and follow this step with some loose powder. This product stays on for four-six hours, comes with SPF 20 for sun-protection and is light on the pocket. However, it is not recommended for people with problem skin.

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March 13, 2015
Outfit of the week

Ditch those clichéd dresses and make a statement with this two-piece look this spring. Pair a crop top with a midi skirt and get our outfit of the week look. Read more to find out how

Dresses have been done to death and spring is all about inducing freshness into your lives. So this week, bring your favourite crop top out and team it with a high-waist fitted midi skirt. This sophisticated ensemble allows you to flaunt some skin in a sexy yet elegant way. What’s more, red carpet divas like Selena Gomez, Khloe Kardashian and Lupita N’yongo have been making heads turn with this look on the red carpet. Get this refreshing outfit of the week look by adding matching accessories like a handbag, heels, bracelet, a watch and a neck piece. This also saves you money as the two pieces can be paired with the different items of clothing separately as a whole new outfit.

March 10, 2015
Make your own lip balm at home using your old lipstick in less than 50 rupees

Tired of shelling extra bucks on expensive drugstore lip balm? Here’s an easy way to make your own lip balm at home using your old lipstick and petroleum jelly. Watch this tutorial and learn how to make your own lip balm at in less than 50 rupees.

February 25, 2015