Posts Tagged ‘Style’

Luxury And Style Beauty Collection

January 31st, 2010 admin

THE RARE combination of beauty with brains, the gorgeous designer has taken Indian fashion to a different label. Her foray into French fashion has won many accolades has added yet another first to her credentials by becoming the first Indian designer to be invited to participate at the much awaited fashion soiree.

The Debutant Ball held annually at Paris. Find the designer herself in conversation with Stylekandy.com, Even when not showing elsewhere, why did you show at the Gitanjali Luxury Style fest in Dec 08 in Mumbai, almost a year before WIFW. Yeah…I did it, I felt that I should go ahead with it and hence just did it. No strategies involved the day and time suited me and so did it. Your show at WIFW was like a comeback show for you, what preparations did you have to make it grand.

I will never call my show at WIFW as my comeback show because I never disappeared from the Indian fashion industry. I have no clues why everyone is naming it as my comeback show? Since my collection was inspiring and loads of hard work has gone in it, so over all the show was well presented and by God’s grace it was a success. Bollywood incursion is often frivolous, how do you justify Abhay Deol walking the ramp with you? He was not my show stopper.

He walked because he is a good friend. But there really is no one like Abhay – he is so cool, so himself, totally relaxed, adventurous, young and presents a modern India. There’s no one better I could have brought. With the height and body that you are blessed with, why do not you consider modelling your own clothes. Never ever did that thought cross my mind…I always wanted to be the creator and may be not the presenter. My inclination was more towards designing so…and now, it’s too late. What was the thought behind the launch of Beri Baby collection?

After my daughter’s birth, I realized that in India kids wear is only constrained to ready-to-wear, so thought of coming out with a line of occasional wear dresses for the toddlers. You were the first Asian designer to head the French fashion brand, Scherrer and now again you are the first Indian designer to represent India at The Debutant ball, Le Ball held annually at Paris. How was the journey like.

My journey can be defined as exciting with loads of hard work. It’s not like I had a smooth path of success, even I saw those bad days which everyone tastes during their journey of life. I went through testing periods…but since I really wanted to make it big and grand so made it. My work has always been appreciated in Paris, already retailing through couple of stores there…so may be that why they chose me this year to be a part of Le Ball. Why did you choose Kashmiri princess, Adishree Singh to represent the gown designed by you at Le Ball.

My work always aims at presenting the Indian sensibility with a tint of modernity and urbaneness. I will be representing India and will make her look modern with some Indian touch. The sole focus is to retain modernity but still showcasing the real Indian fashion. Adishree will be presenting India in all its glory wearing a dramatic skirt and blouse. What is the design philosophy that you maintain while design? Fashion is eternal. The roots of fashion go deep into the yester years. Fashion can never be projected by restricting it to clothes. instead it should go beyond clothes to beauty, hair, footwear and other accessories. It reflects our personality, hence should be very comfortable and what you believe in. How would you describe the growth of the Indian fashion industry in the past decade.

Today, the Indian fashion industry has undergone a metamorphosis. People within and outside the fashion industry has started taking it as a serious profession. It has grown on a large scale and has achieved its recognition on the global platform too earlier India hardly had any fashion schools, but today parents are also eyeing this as a respected professional and hence encouraging their kids. The fashion bodies are also playing a great role, promoting emerging talents is a great task and on top of it, maintaining a consistency is also very pivotal.

Do you think that the Indian fashion industry cannot work according to the 6 months projection time unlike the global fashion world? Indian fashion is specific to India and its seasonal cycles. We have a long summer and a very small period of winters…so definitely, six month projection does not work that well with the Indian fashion industry. Future plans? For the time being it’s only Le Ball at Paris, rest you will get to know about as things will start coming up.

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Hair Style Tips For Women

January 30th, 2010 admin

Having Long hair has been one of the secrets of female beauty for a long time. But the women of today want more. Long straight hair can sometimes look flat. You will need a pair of practiced hands to add body and expressive style to it. Good Hair styles definitely increase to your beauty.

Any woman can look good with a nice new hairstyle, but make sure it suits you. The wrong haircut can seriously damage your look and designer outfit no matter how much you tried to get it right.

Hair trends keeps on changing with season. They are often unconventional yet they may look beautiful on someone who knows the art of flaunting the right fashion. The well-cropped bob is still in style. Hollywood celebrities like Katie Holmes and Agyness Dynes are flawlessly flaunting this look. Latest hairstyles also depend upon your face type.

Long or short

Many celebrity women in their old age have maintained short length; for instance, Lauren Holly. That does not mean that one can not have long hair above 60. In case you can manage that just go ahead and rock the show! The best option in long hair for you would be keeping them simple. Do not take any complicated shapes then. It is not because of your age. Actually keeping them simple hides the damaged portion if you have any. For the short hair styles for the older women one does not have to be boring.

Strive for an ageless style

Another factor to weigh in choosing hairstyles is your age. This does not mean that you need a hairstyle that reflects the fad of the year you were born. It means that your hairstyle must accede, to some degree, to the social expectations of your age. For example, when you are in your forties, do not be tempted to have green highlights or asymmetrical cuts. If you really wanted highlights, choose the more subtle colors. And if you really wanted to copy Victoria Beckham’s chic bob, compromise with a longer length or a less radical angle.

Total Color Change

Trying a new color is another fabulous way of achieving a brand new you. Although full coloring requires a touch-up every six to eight weeks, the excitement of a new look could make it well worth the time, and with the added confidence, it makes you worth the time. Focus on your health and happiness, not on your age.

Harsh chemical treatments of your hair can be counter-acted by nourishing the hair with serum and deep conditioning treatments. As the hair is short, these treatments can be applied several times from the one container whereas longer hair will require more then one bottle of serum or treatment.

It is for this reason that hairstyles for women in their forties and over 40′s choose a shorter hair cut.

Often people advise you to have a picture of a hairstyle you like. Remember to focus on the haircut rather than on the person sporting it. Technology can also be very helpful, some of the latest software programs online allow you to upload a current photo of yourself and try out numerous different hairstyles.

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Travertine Tiles – That Known For Their Beauty And Style

January 30th, 2010 admin

We are pleasure to be a part of today’s modern environment where everyone wants to live and work in the area that is loaded with all the modern tools of decoration. When it comes to choosing, travertine tiles is one of the decorating items commonly used by a large number of people for renovating their household and commercial projects.

As we know that if we are looking for home improvement, we have to invest a huge amount of money on it. If we are a beauty lover, we cannot comprise with it and will be soon ready to spend millions of bucks on the decoration of our home.

Travertine tiles are the right option for those who always look for the decorating items that can add beauty to their homes. These tiles are long lasting and cost-effective. If we go through any home magazine, we can find a lot of information on them. After reading the magazine, we will be able to get to know that why a huge number of people mainly homemakers and builders are tending to use these tiles.

Calcium carbonate is used in the formation of travertine tiles. These natural tiles are formed using minerals that get deposited on the earth surface due to geysers, natural springs, etc. These tiles have a fragile appearance that entice the people and get the opportunity to interior designers to use their skills in a proper way. Their durability make him the first choice of the people who use them as flooring and wall material, shower tile, counter top, back splash, cladding, etc.

Travertine Tiles now have become the widely used material all over the world. These tiles come in the market in various colors, shades and textures that make them different from the other one. They are available in brushed, honed, tumbled and polished look. Having a translucent and unique texture, these tiles can be used for versatile applications.

It is very easy to install them. The maintenance of these tiles is also very simple and trouble-free. We can replace them from online improvement stores. We can clean them with multipurpose cleaners that do not have acid content. If we use these cleaners having acid content, there is a chance of having a reaction between the cleaners and the stone. This reaction deteriorates the stone. We should avoid spilling of lemon or orange juice or vinegar on the tile surface.

Therefore, after buying the travertine tiles we can revamp our homes with their effervescent beauty.

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Pearl Collar Necklace: An Impression of Style

January 29th, 2010 admin

At parties or at work, are there some jewelry pieces, which will look best on you everywhere and anywhere you wear them. Some elegant pieces will suit best with the ambiance, mood and the occasion. Pearl jewelry is one of such kind. When worn, pearl collar necklaces can brighten up your overall appearance, at any occasion, with one or more strands just around your collarbone.

Pearls are ageless and timeless pieces for making your own distinct fashion statement. Pearl necklaces are magnificent in their charm and beauty. White Pearl collar necklaces are popular for their natural brilliance and beauty. The luster and shimmer, which are the attributes of any pearl comes from the inner sole of the pearl. Nearly all popular designers and jewelry makers prefer the pearls to make elegant necklaces, which is indeed a creative art.

These elegant and luminous collar pearl necklaces are the preferred choice for every bride and go very well with wedding gown. You can either contrast or match the collar necklace with your outfit. Both of them make you to look sensational and charming.

The simple elegance and luster of white pearl collar necklaces has fascinated all the feminine beauties. Any feminine beauty of any age can wear this necklace to accentuate their necks. Worn with any attire, these necklaces will surely enhance the value of your attire and looks. You will shimmer with pristine pure gleam of the pearls. When worn over the high collars they will surely accessorize your hairstyle and outfit.

The collar necklace consists of single or multiple strands of pearls generally worn around the high neck. When worn, they will give you the feel of princess and queens. The pearl collar necklaces generally measure about 12 to 13 inches. These necklaces are generally made from rice pearls, small pearls as well as big pearls. These elegant and beautiful collar pearl necklaces are worn to fit comfortably at the middle of your neck. They are best suited with formals as well as semi formals. They will surely accentuate slender feminine neck and will add charm to your beauty.

Whilst buying pearl collar necklace you should consider about face shape, age and style of the wearer. Necklaces with small pearls are best suited for teenagers and children. Medium sized pearls will go best for the young women and bigger pearls will look beautiful on elder women.

Owing to its refined attributes, pearl collar necklace can be an ultimate choice for every woman. The charm and luminance of the pearls will let you to be the star of the event. When worn during day or night they will surely make you to look gorgeous and dazzling. So, add charms to your wardrobe with descent collar pearl necklace piece today!

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