Firstly, Happy 50th Birthday (belated) to our very own Iron Man! They say ‘age is just a number’ and this statement has never made more sense than when we look at the American actor-producer Robert Downey Junior.
Crossing 50 this April 4th this ultimate king of swag sure knows how to make heads turn with his signature style of pairing formal suits with sneakers! Take a look at this inspirational outfit of the week coming straight from Hollywood’s dapper dude Robert Downey Junior!
Priyanka Chopra brought sporty chic back at the Mumbai International Airport while returning from New York after wrapping up her shoot for the show ‘Quantico’ with ABC network. She looked fabulous in a black Guns N Roses graphic tee teamed with a pair of charcoal grey jeans and black lace-up boots. The outfit was finished with a sporty bag and clubmaster wayfarers. Here are all the pictures.
With summer knocking on our doorstep it’s time to bring those shorts out. Look preppy, playful and comfortable with this easy-going look. Pick out your favourite pair of shorts and team it with a casual shirt. Pair your look with statement accessories, an arm clutch and add a pop of colour on your lips. Keep it casual with flats and minimal make-up. Here’s our outfit of the week inspired look from street style spotted at the Amazon India Fashion Week A/W’ 15.
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.
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.
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
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 25th 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.
The most-anticipated Amazon India Fashion Week Autumn/Winter edition kicked off in New Delhi on 25thMarch 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.
The 25th edition of Amazon India Fashion Week kicked off with designer Rajesh Pratap Singh’s collection ‘The Best Medicine is Laughter’ celebrating the efforts of medical practitioners and paying a tribute to them. The day followed with designers like Anju Modi, Kavita Bhartia, JJ Valaya and more showcasing their collections. Here’s everything you need to know.
Designer Rajesh Pratap Singh’s collection ‘The Best Medicine is Laughter’ paid a tribute to professionals associated with healthcare. The runway was surprisingly decked with beds in a hospital-like setting and models walked down the ramp donning monochromes, checks, prints, separates all in black and white paired with cat-eye glasses and a pop of red on the lips.
Designer Nikasha’s collection ‘Ruby’ presented ethnic clothes with a touch of fusion in shades of white, bright yellow and red with gold detailing and accessories.
Designer Payal Singhal’s collection titled ‘A French Love Song’ showcased a hint of pastel with subtle embellishments and their dreamy affair with Chantilly lace.
Designer Kavita Bhartia’s collection was all about shades of white, rouge pink, mustard and blue displayed through modern sculpted silhouettes and intricate handwork.
Borrowing a page from a modern fairytale, Designer Anju Modi’s collection was a treat to the eyes. The models walked the catwalk sporting shoes with wings and angelic crowns breaking away from the usual for this collection titled ‘how to write a fairytale’ on the first day of the Amazon India Fashion Week.
Concluding the first day of the Amazon India Fashion Week was designer JJ Valaya’s collection ‘The Bolshoi Bazaar’. The lineup was inspired by a unique combination of the Indian and Russian cultures. The subtle sense of grandeur and drama came together in multiple silhouettes that embraced the spirit of India in a whole new manner.
A clutch a satchel or a tote, no matter what your arm candy of choice is, here’s a list of five essentials you must have in it all the time. Your handbag is your favourite friend because it safe keeps the basics of survival for you. Here’s a list of things you probably have in your bag already, and if you don’t, then stock up now!
Hand cream and sanitiser: Always keep a handy bottle of sanitiser and hand cream in your handbag to keep those germs away.
Hair ties, bobby pins and safety pins- These come to your rescue when you just want to keep your hair off your face. Keep a few elastic hair bands and bobby pins ready. Safety pins are indispensable because they save you from embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions that invariably creep up all the time!
Beauty essentials: Keep a small kit with your favourite lip colour, kohl, few face tissues, a body mist and a compact. If there’s a mirror in the compact, you wouldn’t need to carry one separately. Look fresh through the day with regular touch-ups.
Period essentials- Always keep a few sanitary napkins and tampons in that side zip of your bag. Sometimes, it’s easy to forget that it’s “that time of the month”. So it’s better to be always prepared for…well… the worst!
Mouth freshener: Keep a pack of gum, or any mouth freshener that could give your breath much-needed freshness. After all if you’re going for a meeting with a totally drool-worthy client or your Saturday night party may end with a kiss from prince charming, you don’t want to be smelling of chips or beer!
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Lakmé Fashion Week might be over but we can’t get enough of all the glamorous appearances that our favourite celebrities made at the event. They dazzled as showstoppers on the ramp, flaunting ensembles by some of India’s most renowned designers. The five-day event in Mumbai’s Palladium Hotel was brimming with silver and small screen allure as the crème de la crème of the industry walked the ramp for Manish Malhotra, Kunal Rawal and Yogesh Chaudhary amongst many others.
Bollywood heartthrobs Shahid Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor looked strikingly hunky as they walked the ramp for designer Kunal Rawal.
TV Actor and host Karan Tacker certainly made the ladies drool as he carried off designer Ken Ferns’ creation of a monochromatic suit with a crisp white shirt and embellished buttons.
Southern beauty Tamannaah Bhatia made heads turn as the showstopper for designer Payal Singhal’s collection, ‘Palace of Mirrors’.
Actor Riteish Deshmukh walked the ramp looking dapper in one of Raghavendra Rathore’s creations.
Actress Sagarika Ghatge did complete justice to the creation of designers Yogesh Chaudhary, Pallavi Singhee and ILK, looking absolutely delightful in a cream-coloured lace dress.
Gauri Khan looked stunning as she presented her summer-resort collection for Satya Paul entitled, ‘A Tropical Wonder’.
B-town beauty Shraddha Kapoor was the showstopper at the Absolute Sculpt show by DRVV.
Soha Ali Khan dazzled with her post-marriage glow for designer Babita Malkani.
If you are bored of the conventional skirts and need an outfit inspiration for the weekend, you definitely need to try this look. Make a stylish statement with this flared midi floral skirt and a top. Summers is all about looking young and fresh, so get this head turning outfit of the week look by adding complementing accessories like a handbag, ballerinas, pearl bracelet, and a neck piece. If you are stepping out in the sun do not forget to add your favourite hat and those must-have glasses. Take a look.
From all-white to polka dots and pastels, the rules for menswear are being redefined for spring/summer 2015. Whether you want to stand out or blend in, there is something delightful this season for all the men out there who like to stay updated on what’s in vogue. Check out the latest spring/summer 2015 trends and stay ahead of the fashion curve.
Go blue – This season is all about the blues. Gone are the days of experimental mix and match as monotones makes a comeback. Stand out by wearing a contrast of different shades of blue, be it a suit, shorts or even tees.
Loafers – Loafers are a classic piece of footwear that go with just about anything. With the ease of wearing them with or without socks, these neat-looking shoes can be paired with formal attire or a casual look, including shorts in a variety of colours.
Stripes – Stripes are a major hit this season, vertical or horizontal. This trend is a perennial hit and keeps coming back year after year with refreshing innovations. If you don’t like experimenting much go for a classic combination of black and white or grey and blue stripes, keeping it simple, casual and clean!
Bold Red – As popular as this colour is in women’s fashion circuit, red has always been a statement-ey add-on for men taking street style and traditional ensemble to another level. With vibrancy making its way into the pastel palette this spring, why should girls have all the fun?! … Pair this eye-catching shade up with neutrals for a wearable ‘bold’ look.
Prints – Yes, styling prints can be a difficult task especially for men. But this season’s prints are sure to make your summer outfits easy breezy. Various designers have successfully managed to take inspiration from the prints dominating the feminine wardrobe giving them a beautifully-created masculine tone. Whether worn as a statement piece or layered underneath a jacket, these prints, mostly tropical and floral, sure breathe freshness into summers.
If you’re tired of wearing those plain denims over and over again, try this hack and give your denims a brand new look! Watch this quick DIY distressed jeans tutorial to learn how to convert your denims into distressed ones giving them a makeover using just a pen, a pair of scissors, a razor blade, paper cutter and a magazine.
Have you started your hunt for a novel arm candy? Before you loosen your purse strings, refer to our exclusive guide on the latest trends in handbags for 2015.
Invented by the Europeans to carry coins, handbags have come a long way. Apart from complementing a woman’s wardrobe, handbags can express their mood and style as well.
Here’s a list of the hottest bags available for you to stand out from the crowd. Take your pick from the runway favourites and create your own statement with these swoon-worthy pieces.
Fur clutches
Geometrical bags
Crossbody carry-all bags
Envelope bags
Fringed bags
Bucket bags
Oversized bags
Briefcase bags
Classic clutches
Doctor Bags
Reptile Skin Bags
Neon Bags
Textile Bags
We understand that it can be a bit overwhelming to find a bag that suits your style, but only a perfect bag can make or break your look. If you are looking for a handbag for everyday use or an evening out, make heads turn with a classic ‘forever bag’.
Attention all you fashionistas! Make your choice wisely from this list of the latest trends in handbags and spend on an eye-catching statement piece that floats your fashion boat.
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