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2 VOLUME 4, ISSUE 6 - ` 200/- BOAT SHOWS Is the show REALLY OVER? SNEAK PEEK SIHH WATCH SPECIAL BEAUTY WITH CURVES INSIDE ISA S PAPI DU PAPI IN DEEP CONVERSATION GAUTAMA DUTTA ON INDIAN BOATING BOYS & TOYS REV UP YOUR SUPERYACHT EXPERIENCE GRAND DESIGNS THE GREAT YACHT MAKEOVER FLOATING GALLERY ART ON A YACHT w

3 Publisher & Chief Editor Parineeta Sethi Group Editor Arati Thapa Assistant Editor Ashwin Ahmad Deputy Features Editor Nisha Verma Sr. Sub-Editor Rene Verma Sr. Correspondent Rama Ahuja Interns Ahana Gurung, Kartik Bajaj Reviews Mohit V. Bhardwaj-Assistant Professor, G.D Goenka School of Fashion and Design & Lavdeep Singh Chief Designer Surender Kumar Sr. Designer Raju Darai Party Wrap Sunil Sethi, JP Singh and Suhel Seth happy hours The high-flyers of the fashion world let their hair down at the FDCI party at Olive after the first day of the WIFW. Photographer Atul Chowdhary, Mustafa Raja, Raman Nagar, Sunil Sharma & Subhash Barolia Edit Submissions Advertising Sales & Marketing Vinit Pandhi, Soumya Maheshwari, Abhinav Kaushal National Head Circulation Amit Saxena Manish Arora and AD Singh Joey Matthew and Tarun Tahiliani Nainika, Malini Ramani, Gauri Managing Director Massimo Monti The designer MODE dailies is published by Exposure Media Marketing Pvt. Ltd., 4th Floor, KS House, 118 Shahpur Jat, New Delhi , Tel.: on behalf of Fashion Design Council of India JMD, Regent Plaza, 4th Floor, DLF Phase-I MG Road, Gurgaon, Haryana Tel.: All information in the designer MODE dailies are derived from sources, which we consider reliable. Information is passed on to our readers without any responsibility on our part. The contents of this publication contain views of authors and are not views of Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) or Exposure Media Marketing Pvt. Ltd. (EMMPL). Similarly, opinions/views expressed by any party in abstract and/or in interviews are not necessarily shared/do not reflect any opinion of FDCI or EMMPL. All right is reserved throughout the world. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. Material appearing in the designer MODE dailies cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without prior permission. The same rule applies when there is a copyright or the article is taken from another publication. Publications reproducing material either in part or in whole, without permission would face legal action. Printed at Rave Scans Pvt. Ltd., A-27, Naraina Industrial Area, Phase-II, New Delhi Editorial enquiries considering the reproduction of articles, advertising and circulation should be ed at: parineeta@asiaspaindia.com Siddharth Bharadwaj William Dalrymple with his wife WIFW Spring-Summer 2014 SHOW SCHEDULE October 9 13, 2013 Hall No. 18 Pragati Maidan, New Delhi Day 3, Friday October 11, :15 PM Niket & Jainee, Prama by Pratima Pandey, MSA 1 Rajdeep Ranawat 4:30 PM Bodice by Ruchika Sachdev, Jenjum Gadi, Mrinalini MSA 2 5:45 PM Dev r Nil, Zubair Kirmani MSA 1 7:00 PM Payal Pratap, Sanchita MSA 2 8:15 PM Namrata Joshipura MSA 1 9:30 PM Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna MSA 2 Day 4, Saturday October 12, :45 PM Hi 5 by Autre by Gautam Gupta, Niharika Sharma, Poonam Dubey, Rinku Sobti, The Next Episode by Shantanu Singh Wendell Rodricks and Sunil Sethi 2:00 PM Abdul Halder, Rehane MSA 2 3:15 PM Nikhita Mynah Design, Ritesh Kumar, MSA 1 Surendri by Yogesh Chaudhary 4:30 PM Hemant & Nandita, Not So Serious by MSA 2 Pallavi Mohan 5:45 PM Charu Parashar, Rabani & Rakha MSA 1 7:00 PM Krishna Mehta MSA 2 8:15 PM Péro by Aneeth Arora MSA 1 9:30 PM Fiama Sponsor Show MSA 2 Day 5, Sunday October 13, :45 PM Hi 5 by Ankyra by Priyanka Kakkar, Josh Goraya, Shweta Kapur, Vedangi Agarwal, Verb by Pallavi Singhee MSA 2 2:00 PM Dolly J, Joy Mitra, Vaishali S MSA 1 4:00 PM Soltee by Sulakshana, Virtues by Ashish Viral & Vikrant Bubbling with joy! Wendell Rodricks unveils the Fiama Di Wills Spa Range Gel Bathing Bars, with a sizzling new packaging designed by the veteran himself. MSA 1 9:30 PM Wills Lifestyle Finale MSA 2 The publisher assumes no responsibility for returning unsolicited material nor are they responsible for material lost or damaged in transit. 3

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6 reviews Woven Delight Akaaro by Gaurav Jai Gupta Gaurav Jai Gupta s latest collection has evolved with a sense of serenity and balance. Earthy tones and indigenous fabrics were woven with utmost passion. The palette moved across shades of indigo, forest greens and sunset reds. Jewellery was mostly in squarish shapes coordinated with tonal thread work. Silhouettes were longer with fine finishes. The jackets were combined with Kurta tunics and roomy trousers. The designer also played with pleats to derive a new dimension. Yarn dyed pinstripes was a master stroke by the designer. Sarees with long sleeveless jackets brought a sense of dignity and true style. Metal yarns rendered a unique twist to art of weaving. Textures depicted a sense of superimposition, as if they were hand-sculpted. Engineered jacket with silk trousers. Silk pleated top with cropped pants. Saree with long sleeveless jacket. Colourful Tana Bana Tropical pastures Pia Pauro spins a definitive story inspired from the African landscapes in her collection. There s a strong sense of nomadic appeal in her collection. The designer propagates her ideology of reaching out to new places. The shades were a mix of yellows, browns, greens and reds. Feathers as accessories go well with the summery shades. Pia Pauro Criss-cross prints looked outstanding. As the show progressed, the prints became bolder and larger. Huge giraffe print on a white dress stood out. Brighter shades were thrown over with equally brighter embroideries. At places, metallic embellishments were the highlight. The fringes were used extensively with swimsuits and body suits. Colour blocking in green, red and blue portrayed the designer s statement for the upcoming season. White dress with giraffe motif. Hand embroidered bikini with tasselled skirt. Bright printed and embroidered tunic. Paromita Banerjee With the sounds of traditional Indian musical instruments and temple bells, the ramp was transformed into the bustling streets of Indian temple towns. The beginning of the show could have never been more dramatic. The collection, justly entitled Safed Rang, unfolded layers of pure and serene whites and beaming colours of India. Pristine white cottons, Kora woven with gold zari, mangalgiri cotton checks and tissue were sewn together to create a balance of opacity and transparency. The silhouettes were contemporary versions of old classics like cropped pajama style pants, ghera jama and kalidaar dresses, ombre dyed sarees, and palazzo pants with splash of bright colours. Wearabilty, comfort and style were woven together in a sweet sounding Indian melody. Paromita for sure has arrived with a bang! Cropped pants in white and black mangalgiri checks with turmeric yellow jacket. White ombre died palazzo with gold n check jacket. Ombre dyed sarees 6

7 Spazialismo Shivan & Narresh Brutal slashing made sensual! The creative duo revived spatialism, an art movement founded by Italian artist Lucio Fontana. Treating the bare skin as the negative space, the designers slashed and stabbed the positive to create compositions never seen before. Uber feminine bikinis, trikinis, mailots and cruise gowns made appearances on bare skin. Neoprene lehengas and tailored sarees with functional details like pockets were the latest additions to the athletic yet sensual resort collection. Water dripping from model s hair worked in tandem with the beach look. Precarious and strategic slashing and knotting of the techno-fabrics created a super graphic, bold and sultry look for a day out on the beach. Latex bralet with neoprene lehenga. Linen crop top with loop knotted shorts. White slashed wrapsuit. Imaginations Inlay Manish Gupta has put together art of sophistication through his ensembles. Appliqué work ruled the collection all across. The panelling was highlighted with 3-dimensional thread work. Offwhite was the prominent colour in the collection. Yokes on shoulders were creatively portrayed. Colour Manish Gupta palette was a mix of pastels. The other shades were softer and were in sync with the theme. Silhouettes included knee length work dresses as well as longer shapes. Jali work was another admirable highlight of the show. The designer tried to experiment well with mesh overlap surfaces. Princess lines were done meticulously. Motifs graduated from miniature florals to Mughal architectural patterns. Mixing of transparent and translucent surfaces is a technique that designer has mastered down the years. Blue thread work on long tunic. Cowl neck shift dress. Crossover dress in yellow with mesh as a front panel. The Legend of Rajputana Designer Samant Chauhan unveiled his latest collection with traditional Indian textiles roaring stories of the legend of Rajputana. Brave, bold cuts and strong gold zari work resonated the bravery and luxury of royal India. The designer continued to explore his forte, that is working with Bhagalpur silk in neutral shades. Whites beige, nude, gold and red Samant Chauhan peeping out in between were given forms of voluminous gowns, fuller ghaghras, sarees, fish cut dresses and jackets. No Rajputana collection could be complete without menswear personifying the brave warriors. Angarakhas, sherwanis with skirts for men were presented in significant numbers. The surfaces were developed using traditional Indian needlecraft techniques like dabka on tassur silk, quilted zari, pearls and zardozi in feather and lion skull motifs. Golden khadi print completed the look with the touch of Rajasthan. High neck gown with front and back embroidery. Zari gold embroidered corset with zari border skirt. Gown with quilted wool and pearl detailing. 7

8 reviews Monochromatic Minimalism Am:pm by Ankur & Priyanka Modi The creative couple of am:pm chiseled a bold and curvilinear muse for their collection Tribus. Sharp angles and clean cuts in shades of Blue engineered a female form with a touch of masculinity. The monochromatic collection played around with concealing and revealing feminine and masculine sides of a woman. Bare shoulders, cleavage-baring necklines and authoritative mandarin collars were combined with handkerchief hemlines, flapper dresses in silk-satin and organza. Functional yet stylish creations were ornamented with skeletal prints inspired from tribal art. Negligible accessories underlined the minimal theme of the collection. The designers redefined comfort and style with strengthened softness. Silk red palazzo and jacket. Handkerchief hem dress. Pleated high waist pants with shoulder revealing shirts. Pleated Symphony Panache redefined The designer duo Pankaj & Nidhi portrayed skilfully carved ensembles for SS 14. Their collection revolved around meticulous sense of styling with whites as base. Later the prints in stronger shades of blue, red and black Pankaj & Nidhi brought out innate desires of creative minds. White on white cutwork looked chic. At times this technique looked so inbuilt that it resembled flock prints. Patches in layer form stood out. Accessories like bags in several shapes as clutches and slings carried miniature motifs all around. The sleek steel belts accentuated the waistlines. Prints were inspired mostly from architectural patterns. The silhouettes were a mix of sporty short jackets and dressy gowns. The colour palette later progressed to darker shades of browns, pinks and blacks. Long dress with architectural prints in blue, red and whites. Jacket in grey and yellow print with floral 3D motifs on the sleeves. Long dress in white with fish scale like pattern. Amit Aggarwal Amit Aggarwal, for his SS 14 collection, combined exquisite styling with artistry. The pleats, which ruled the collection, were very well crafted. Amalgamation of surfaces was done beautifully. There was a vivid sense of energy, which reflected the designer s imagination. Also noticeable was the perfect match of fluidity with structures that appeared to be moulded. The palette of whites, blacks, reds and blues graduated from transparent surfaces to opaques and further matured to metallic shades. Keeping the aesthetics intact, the edginess in the creations stood out aloud. The designer encapsulated emotions on to ensembles in a poetic manner. Fringed head-gears in blacks and whites matched perfectly. Appliqué structures in metallics moved freely all around. White pleated flowy dress. Metallic grey skirt with horizontal stripes. Dress with crushed cowl and blue belt. 8

9 Handcrafted verve Memories in a suitcase Your decision-making skills will face the ultimate test while you decide what you re going to carry and what you ll drop from your packing list. Here s help ARTISAN John Varvatos Be man enough to embrace good scents. Presenting, ARTISAN, a fresh and intriguing addition that completes the trilogy of the John Varvatos men s fragrance portfolio. Rahul Mishra Ace designer Rahul Mishra effortlessly mingled ancient Indian handloom craft with high-tech twenty-first-century material culture. The coming together of rich and humble hand-woven textiles and ultra-chic jerseys and PVC infused the collection with freshness and verve. The designer travelled west to east to handpick the fabrics from the nooks and crannies of Indian craft centers. Jamdaanis from West Bengal and Bandhani from Bhuj in orange, indigo, cobalt blue, fuschia and classic black bedazzled on the ramp. The ensembles were a fluid mix of boyish tailoring and fuller feminine contours. Structured jackets with biker like metal zippers, collars, cuffs and patch pockets on soft flowy cotton skirts and dresses were seen. The silhouettes were soft and airy, tailor-made for the Indian summer. Hand embroidered silk jacket and shorts. Hand-woven Jamdaani saree with Jamdaani blouse jacket Silk jersey trench dress. Print Art Nouveau EAU EFFICACE from Sisley A night of partying doesn t mean you kill any ideas of breakfast in bed. Take off that makeup with EAU EFFICACE- Sisley s Gentle Make-Up Remover that even cleanses and tones. Superstar Patent Pumps Fendi Be the shoestopper of his life. Buckle up to perfection with these patent pink leather pumps with a tawny three and half inch heel. S cure from Samsonite Samsonite makes the journey more exciting with their lightest Polypropylene collection ever S cure. Also available in bright neons. The Griffin Quicksilver You don t have to kill the environment to look pretty. These handmade eco-friendly sunglasses from broken, discarded skateboards and redesigned by Vuerich B, are for beauties with brains. Scandaleyes Eye Shadow Sticks Rimmel London In just one quick stroke, Scandaleyes Eye Shadow Sticks will make your eyes look from sleepy to sparkly. It blends smoothly, never scratches, creases or smudges. It will stay with you all day and comes in 9 shades. Be greeted by a host pretty prints as you enter designer-duo Dev R Nil s funky stall. However, they aren t the only one s going gaga over prints. Fellow designers have conveyed support and we prod Dev R Nil about what they love about the trend. Dev R Nil, the talented designers from the East are here yet again to enthrall the world of fashion with their brilliant work. As a part of the industry for over 9 years, they have grown from strength to strength and are now counted among some of the most prominent designers today. After a quick look through the stall, one element that clearly shouted out to us was their love affair with bold prints. Ranging from maxi to short dresses, shirts, saris and many more, each one of their outfits are a tell-tale story of their eccentric design sensibility. Quirky and eyecatching, most of the prints that dominate their SS 14 collection are Art Deco inspired. Eager and excited to discover their inspiration source, we were told that Emperor butterflies were their muse. Their creativity is clear in their tastefully simplistic take on summer clothes that are supplemented with beautiful weaves. Their theme colours, black and white, form continuity among the garments and you can never go wrong with these two basic colors. The collection has a strong, boho-chic ambience along with elegance and sophistication that is ideal for the confident, modern woman. 9

10 Work it out Sound Shape and Thirty six year-old Bosnian fitness trainer, Vesna Jacob, has trained soldiers of the US army s peace keeping force and is a tough cookie when it comes to clients who visit her fitness studio. This fit mother reveals that she doesn t have a fixed fitness routine and claims that the whole obsession with body types and spot training is unwarranted. Here s what Vesna says about staying fit. Fitness is a state of mind It is not important to workout in a gym as it is to stay active all the time, since our body does not recognise the difference. Fitness, first and foremost is a state of mind. It is extremely essential, and it is not something that can be restricted to the time spent working out. It does not know if we are in the gym or not, so long as we use any time we have to be active, we can get fit, she says. Don t blindly follow trends Don t do what everybody else is doing. There is not one method that works for everybody. You have to enjoy the method and it has to work for your personality, says Vesna. She stresses on the need to stay in the right posture while working out to avoid injuries and to increase the effectiveness of the exercise. Using the right posture no matter what exercise routine you will follow will always get you better results, she adds. Cut the pounds in a month Celebrities fascinate us with the way they modify their bodies within months to suit a particular role. The size-zero girl, as she was once called, Kareena Kapoor famously went from a curvaceous size six on screen to a scrawny, barely- there figure for her role in Tashan. It is not impossible, says Vesna. Adding, It usually involves a combination of rigorous dietary control coupled with intensive exercise sessions of both Pilates and Power sessions along with my signature Pilates Boot Camp sessions. These, she says, are interspersed with stretching and recovery sessions to ensure that one does not get injured. Body basics Vesna discards the notion that different bodies require different types of fitness regimes. Instead, she feels that the problem areas should be directly targeted. One can focus on certain areas more depending on whether you are apple or pear-shaped, or if you have a classic hourglass figure. The most important thing is to get fit and to look and feel the best you can, she says. No time for a fixed routine Shocking as it may sound, I really don t have a routine, says Vesna. My work rarely allows me to follow a proper routine and so I usually exercise as and when I get the chance. I always keep my core tight and my abdominal muscles working whether I am at a party, at work or at home. It may not be obvious but I use every opportunity to exercise my muscles- it may be doing bottom squeeze while standing or engaging my glutes while walking, she mentions. There is not one method that works. you have to enjoy the method and it has to work for your personality. 10

11 Romantic retreat Say I do... all over again! Make your better half fall in love with you all over again...discover each other in a whole new way...express your love in style...renew your vows at Vivanta by Taj Surajkund. Weave a new fairytale for yourself and relive the most beautiful day of your life by renewing your vows at Vivanta by Taj, Surajkund. Nestled in the lap of forested and tranquil acres, the hotel offers a sanctum from the bustle of a megapolis. Sweep her off to this beautiful getaway and relish a stay at the thematic Bridal suite curated by one of the country s haute nouveau designers little Shilpa. The Renewal of Vows experience offer never ending I dos, where lovers can unwind together at the Jiva Bliss suite and the Jiva Indulgence room, which takes the Jiva Grande Spa experience right into your room. Enjoy the barefoot dining experience by the pool go on toss your shoes and inhibitions, dip your feet in water and enjoy a bespoke dinner at the poolside. Those looking for a traditional touch can experience the unique Uptan ceremony as part of the Vivanta Surajkund Shringar ceremony. Social Speak Entrepreneur Bela Madan speaks about the designers she is looking forward to seeing at the WIFW. WIFW always packs a punch of excitement for fashion enthusiasts like me. Season after season I look forward to the new trends in fashion on the Indian scene which I keep myself updated with through these shows. I am particularly looking forward to Rohit Gandhi & Rahul Khanna s show as their designs are always cutting edge and different. There is also Mynah Designs by Nikhita Tandon that I m excited about as I love her use of lace, crotchet and self embossed georgette. Colour Palette From pastels to neon, colour has always been a significant part of fashion and has been given utmost importance. We had a short chat with designer Charu Parashar about the upcoming few colors that would rock Spring/ Summer 2014 and here are her top 5 to look out for. Bubble gum pink Red Beige Yellow Ecra Chat Window Bright and Banaras In a tete a tete with designer Krishna Mehta, she opens up about her fascination with textiles. She relies on Banarasi for a vibrant texture in her SS 14 collection and shares with us her exciting, 31-years-old journey in the fashion industry. What are the central elements of your collection? For this collection, I have incorporated a lot of Banarasi textiles and handloom. In association with the Development Commissioner for Handlooms, we have aimed at the development and welfare of handmade textile and crafts from India. I love working with traditional weaves to give an ethnic feel to an outfit. In a lot of the garments, there is bead work to capture and emphasise the culture and authenticity of Banaras. To make the garments more exciting and unique, I have also worked with tiedye and blocking and included bright colours in a variety of shades. Bold, cheerful colours define the clothes I design - they make me extremely happy. You have completed almost 3 decades in this industry. How does it feel to have been such a huge success? I have loved every single moment of it. Ever since I started designing my first line, I have been in love with what I do. I even took a break in between, went back to school in Paris and got newer ideas which eventually worked out. All these years have been a learning experience in their own way. With every collection, I try and look for unexplored ideas while still sticking to traditions. This is how I get inspired to try fresh looks each year. I am currently solely focused on handloom and promoting the real India in terms of textiles and fabrics. 11

12 Right Grooming On the WIFW I have been involved in the Fashion Week for a long time now. I have seen a lot of designers works and I have to say I respect the works of new designers. I have great respect for FDCI as they are giving a platform to new designers. On the designers I love all the designers but especially Manish Arora because he pushes you Making you look your best Ambika Pillai speaks about what makeup artists need to do to make it big in the world of fashion. to the limits as a makeup artist. I also remember doing a bald look for an Ashish N Soni show, which I loved. As for lighter moments, I remember Noyonika Chatterjee (who always had a fixed expression on her face while modeling) broke into a smile during a show when people started Happy Birthday to her. It was such a sweet moment. Being a makeup artist I think a makeup artist should be the nicest person possible. They should make the models relaxed. They should have great stamina as they have to stand for long hours at a stretch. Today, makeup artists have to know a lot more, than was the case ten years ago, as designers turn to them for advice. Model Life Style is less Upcoming model Rikee speaks about her road to success and offers a tip or two to aspirants. On the WIFW The WIFW is a place I enjoy coming to because it is very organised and the designers are professional. I think every aspiring model should make it a point to model here as it is a great platform to get noticed. On entering the industry I have always been into sports such as basketball running etc. However, I never go the gym as I have in the past blacked out during exercises. I am physically strong but you also have to be mentally strong to be a model. On models today I think there is so much competition that you need to be on top of the game. However, there is much that youngsters don t understand. They don t realise you have to work to make yourself noticed. I struggled for one year before making it with offers. On Style Style for me means less. I don t like overdone makeup. In fact, style for me is a simple black dress. I do like big though subtle accessories such as a ring or a neckpiece. Field Day Star performers We are going to put all trust issues to rest as we catch the designers in their stalls, talking about what s flying off their racks. Listen up as they pick out their hot selling numbers. Colourful Expression Designer Rohit Mittal extensively plays with colours, with a balance of style and simplicity and is especially fascinated with ivory, maroon and green. He extensively uses nets, laces and sequins, and Swarovski crystals in his signature pieces. As for his favourites, Mittal confesses that his dresses, gowns and capes are the most in demand. Stall no-b-37 Birdie numnum Soltee by Sulakshana Monga is a layered story inspired by the look and movement of birds. Breezy chiffon and georgette often co-exist with the more-defining silk and jute to give structure. The focal point are the patterns and Monga is quick to admit that the response has been great both from the Indian and global market. People love the one piece dresses which are perfect for a classy and elegant evening party, she says. Stall no- A-41 Woman power RimiNayak s collection is the story of a misunderstood girl who has emotionally wounds that run deep. Despite her many tears, which is symbolised by Bengali typography, Miss Type continues to brave the world. Her stuggled is embodied in the designs through a variety of techniques such as Batik and Katha, and simple printing and embroidery. Stall no-b-34 Folk tales Designer Kartikeya s collection takes from a Polish folk tale, and is called Ballerina. He calls it a darkly romantic story as a medley of colours is carefully poured on his garments. Dark to light colours- black to bottle green, red, maroon, cream and whites, are all set off by intricate embroidery and highlighted using French knots, and European motifs. The elegant, princess dresses are adored because they are just the right blend of old-world charm and modern sensibility, shares Kartikeya. Stall no-b-31 The bali s in your court Inspired by and dedicated to the legendary Bengali movie director, Rituparno Ghosh, Joy Mitra s collection for spring summer is called Choker Bali. The colour palette is bathed in subtle cream and gold and infused with generous helpings of black. Use of intricate embroidery, zardozi and lots of pearls and dabka rule this filmy collection. His anarkalis are a huge hit, confesses Mitra. Stall no- A-22 Potter s guild Prama by Pratima Pandey is a story told in blue and white. Here, the designer is quick to draw a parallel between the two colours colours and a love-hate sisterly relationship. These colours walk hand in hand and their footprints mingle into one another just like the motifs in blue pottery. A dreamy mist settles on all her outfits and her embroideries are ethereal. The crowd s loving my drapes with defined shoulders, says Pandey. Stall no- A-43 12

13 Bad food, good skin Get-togethers are great but often promote unhealthy snacking, with oily and finger foods doing the rounds and damaging your skin. How do you fight back? Health fanatics and weight watchers have a love-hate relationship with festivals. Even though it s impossible to fully give up junk food, you can make sure that your skin looks and feels as fresh as a lily and not like a dishevelled pakora that s a party-favourite at your friend s. Sometimes, all it takes to maintain good-looking skin is a little bit of care and revision. Dr. Rohit Batra, Dermatologist, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, comes to your rescue with precious expert advice. Remember the basics, always Make sure you follow this simple, step-by-step skincare routine daily. 1. Wash your face twice daily. Make cleansing your skin an essential part of your morning and bedtime routine. 2. Use a gentle soap. If your skin feels tight and dry after washing, you re using something too strong. 3. Dry your face with small, gentle pats or let it air dry. 4. Always wash off your makeup at night. Even if you re too tired to do the rest of the routine before you go to bed. 5. Use a toner as it removes excess oil and dirt from your skin that the soap missed, in addition to closing your open pores. Pack Some Goodness Here s a list of easy to make home packs that you can use every 2-3 days. If you have oily skin, try fullers earth, pure sandalwood powder with lime and rose water for mins. If wrinkles is your problem area, mix some crushed walnut powder with curd and rose water. Add egg yolk to make it extra effective. For normal skin, washing the face with milk (before it s boiled) and using rose water as a toner will lend a healthy glow to the face. Blend oats and milk or curd into a paste. Apply this paste on your face and neck. To moisturise your skin, mix almond powder with milk, honey and glycerine and apply the pack for about 10 mins before taking it off. 6. Use an astringent only if your skin is very oily. 7. Moisturise twice daily. Consider using a lighter moisturiser during the day and the heavy cream-based moisturiser for the night. Don t forget your neck and décolletage. 8. Exfoliate once a week. If your skin is dry and flaky, a weekly exfoliation can clear out dead skin cells, promote cell renewal and revitalise your skin. 9. Protect your skin from the sun. Apply a light sunscreen every time you plan to go out. 10. Maintain your water intake. Aim to get 6 to 8 glasses of water a day. Buyer s Speak Aaron Hoey- USA belong to the US retail chain called I Anthropologie, which is a women s lifestyle brand. We have around 180 stores in the USA and around three in the UK. We have been sending buyers to WIFW for the last 5-6 years. I must say that while we buy products from around the world, WIFW is very special because here you get things which you can t find anywhere else. We work with most of the designers here and love the hand embroidery and the colours they use. Hajar Kuwait 2010 was when we came here for the first time and the event has never disappointed. In fact, year after year we have realised that the variety has only increased. We look forward to a lot of fresh talent and I am eagerly looking forward to Rohit Gandhi and Amit Agarwal s collections. Deepti Jain Apsara Oswal We are a Singapore-based company named Mythology and have been coming here since We appreciate the support from the FDCI, and are on the lookout for new, underground designers who promise something new and unusual. Some of my favourites are Rahul Khanna and Nikasha. We operate an e-commerce company called Exclusively-in based out of the United States and are extremely pleased with the designer collections here. We re going to be looking forward to Kavita Bhartia, Swapan & Seema, Ritu Kumar and Preeti S Kapoor. Relations Matter Is it time to move on? Your partner has taken you out for a romantic dinner. Do you? a. Feel happy he s making such a thoughtful gesture. b. Don t feel satisfied because much more needs to be done. c. Keep yawning while he is speaking. You are in a bar and a man flirts with you. Do you? a. Say, No thanks I m in a relationship. b. Feel flattered and flirt back but do not do anything further. c. Grab your coat and say, Let s Go. Your partner calls you in the middle of work. Do you? a. Make some sweet talk and talk about your conversation with your colleagues afterwards. b. Talk a bit but then say you have to go. c. Just tell him not call as you are busy. Mostly As: You two are meant for each other. Why aren t you married yet? Mostly Bs: There are problems but your level headed nature will tide you through. Mostly Cs: Why are you both in this relationship? 13

14 Celebrity status Bad Man returns Introduction: Making a surprise entry at the WIFW 2014 was Bollywood actor, Gulshan Grover. We squeeze through the crowd to get a few exciting minutes with our favourite bad man. The dashing Bad Man of Bollywood came dressed from head to toe in Indian wear and literally made a showstopper of an appearance. While he looked thoroughly involved and enthusiastic about the Fashion Week, we were told us all about his upcoming films, love for ethnic wear and the FDCI. The love for handloom Fashion has become an indispensable part of our lives. From Milan to Paris or Delhi to Rome, its influence is felt worldwide. Taking on from there, he mentions how important it is to promote our own culture and carry it forth in our creative thought. It is amazing to see so many designers focus so much on traditional handloom and weaving. The Fashion Week is India s most coveted in terms of high-end couture and is easily comparable to international fashion shows. The more we draw attention to all the traditional, Indian materials and weaving processes, the more it will be highlighted on an international level, says Grover. FDCI is doing a brilliant job byorganising such a major event. As the years have passed by, it has become increasingly exclusive and is comparable to international events. Sunil Sethi and the other organisers of the Fashion Week deserve all the credit for all the hardwork they ve put in. Favourite designer Grover was thoroughly impressed with the various designer collections showcased at the venue. However, one name that he did not fail to mention was of designer Samant Chauhan. He loved the authentic touch that Chauhan s collection incorporated and raved about his display of outfits The Fashion Week is easily comparable to international fashion shows. in the most imperial and regal manner. The embroidery and use of weaving on Samant s collection was breathtaking. It reminded me of ancient India that s majestic and exquisite, shares the actor. Dressed in a bronze handloom kurta with a deep red waistcoat, Grover also proudly adds that he had the privilege of being styled by Sunil Sethi, the man himself. Films forever With 4 films up for release, Grover talks about the assortment of roles he plays in the upcoming movies. In Bullet Raja, starring Saif Ali Khan and Sonakshi Sinha, he plays the villain, a role that his name is synonymous with. While Baat Ban Gayi will have him in a double role- of a professor and a gay choreographer. Even Sooper Se Upar hits theatres during the end of the month and Yaariyan is slated for release in the following year. Playing such different roles has been exciting and challenging and I am hoping for a good response, he signs off. Ice Spice So munch love While it s hard to imagine that anyone at the Fashion Week indulges in uninhibited gluttony, the truth is that we all love our plateful at the end of a busy day. We tell you what you must try at the venue. First Timers The collection comes from the heart Mother and daughter duo Pragya and Megha Samor, talk about their excitement at showcasing at the Fashion Week, and what does true style mean to them. All the walking the length and breadth of Pragati Maidan has left you exhausted. You could totally do with a hearty meal. If not a meal, a quick snack or even a cup of strong coffee. Give caution to the wind and head straight to the B section corner, where we have Barista, offering a sit down lounge and a variety of coffees and teas. The spinach and corn sandwich and the smoked chicken sandwich get our special recommendation. If you re ready to let go of the calorie-induced guilt, lay your hands on the dark temptation dessert. If you re slightly more brave, there s Dominos, with offers of a spicy Mexican green wave and Barbeque Chicken. For in-between snacking, the famous Chicago wings to spice it up is just perfect. For a proper, formal, romantic meal, you need to go to the A section corner, where our beloved Olive café is full of the finest. Try the penne polio pasta, or grilled mediterranean vegetables and if you re taste buds still aren t satiated, there s also the breaded bassa as a perfect companion. Thirst quenchers in the form of Dirty martini and Mojito time will also keep you good company through the meal. Your comments on your experience at the Fashion Week. Well, we are supremely excited about Fashion Week, as it is a great opportunity and an excellent platform. What is the focus of your collection? The main focus of the collection is the non-existing exotic birds, which she paints and sketches in moments of inspiration, joy, gloom or just the plain need to feel beauty. It is styled in modern drapes and cuts by using the sensual language of fabrics and innovative prints, a refined intimacy of detail with a vibrant game of colours and luminosity. How did your mother inspire your collection? This collection comes straight from the heart, as my mother here Pragya Samor, is also an artist. Her canvas is often smeared, rendered and streaked in a multitude of jewelled colours, forming a vibrant trigger of exotic creatures ready for flight, or just contemplating a quite moment of solace. This has inspired us in our latest collection as you will see. What according to you will stand out from your collection? The collection includes some really innovative techniques of creating surface embroideries and innovative prints on our silhouettes, which we believe will really add to its uniqueness. Please name a few designers you look up to? We absolutely love Alexander McQueen and Mary Katrantzou. They are truly masters of their art. Do you have a style tip for our readers? Embrace your shape. 14

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