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Move over bubble baths and face masks, there’s a new self-care trend in town: scalp care! That’s right, scalp care is the new self-care trend that’s taking the beauty world by storm. If you have or are experiencing issues like oily scalp, dandruff, dry flaky scalp, skin irritation, or even hair fall and hair thinning then it’s time to shift your focus from just the hair itself to the foundation that supports it – the scalp! ‘But where to start ’ Is the million-dollar question isn’t it? You don’t have to look any further,  L’Oreal Professionnel’s Scalp Advanced range is the ultimate solution for a healthy, happy scalp. Their team of pros, together with dermatologists, have created the ultimate professional scalp care service. Packed with ultra-concentrated dermatological actives, this system is designed to reset and revitalize even the most deregulated scalp. While it is best to start with their in-salon treatments under the supervision of hair pros to fix the upset and distress...

I t’s here—the first glow-in-the-dark LV Capucines bag, thanks to the whimsical art sensibilities of French artist Amélie Bertrand. Seeking inspiration from the atmosphere of summer nightlife, Bertrand has happily gone to town, as have five other artists in their signature styles. Louis Vuitton’s celebration of art on its classic Capucines handbag is back in its fourth edition, offering Capucines as a canvas to six artists. And in their inimitable styles, they have nurtured new life to the bags. Artists Amelie Bertrand, Daniel Buren, Ugo Rondinone, Peter Marino, Park Seo-Bo and Kennedy Yanko have stamped their compelling creatives on Capucines. Ugo Rondinone All Aglow Bertrand applies her characteristic iridescence, shadows, and the tropics to Capucines, resulting in a completely different yet comforting avatar of the timeless bag. She dazzles us with her signature hallucinatory images–brightly coloured leitmotifs of chains, camouflage, tiles and tropical plants. The distinguishin...

Jewellery has a special place in our fashion cabinet. Despite our accessory drawers overflowing with pieces that are yet to see the light of the day on account of styling execution. Does it compliment my ensemble well? Are the colours and textures clashing? Amidst the who, why and hows, you finally end up sticking to your boring old hoops and trusty chain and carry on with your day. But we’re here to address this jewellery conundrum of yours. From simple do’s and don’ts to practical advise on foolproof couplings, we’ve got you sorted on the bijoux front. Choker Checkmate   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Gigi Hadid (@gigihadid) Post the resurgence of jewellery’s gothic incarnate, aka the choker, multiple iterations of the piece have granted it an evergreen status. Styling them might be a tad bit tricky, sure, but the route to acing the choker game entails going down the turtleneck route. A higher neckline provides amp...

T he allure of films with perfectly etched characters and captivating music always has a deep-rooted sensorial impact. Fashion and cinema have formed a refined connection over time, and we find that the role of a costume designer goes beyond dressing the actors. Their work creates a visual spectacle for the audience to be viewed as an integral aspect of filmmaking. One such designer is Veera Kapur, whose work you’ve appreciated in films such as Piku, Pink and Bulbbul , among others. “Costume intertwines with the characters and helps filmmakers to push the narrative forward,” the award winning designer shares.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Veera Kapur (@veerakapuree)  Kapur’s most recent work is in Anvita Dutt’s directorial period drama for Netflix, Qala , which has won accolades for revisiting the glorious fashion aesthetics of the 1920s and ‘30s. The gossamer-like ethereal drapes worn by the protagonist Qala ...

Just because the weather is warming up (okay fine, it’s sweltering!) doesn’t mean your skin doesn’t need moisturisation. In fact, all that sunshine means your skin needs an added dose of hydration just like a tall glass of water that’s totally thirst-quenching! Most of us avoid swiping on body care products in the summer because we can’t stand that tacky, ‘sweaty’ feeling that comes with it. But the solution is to simply swap out heavier, thicker winter creams and body butters for lightweight lotions, body soufflés, body milk, and other products that are of a thinner consistency, non-greasy, and absorb into the skin easily. Tips for Body Moisturisation During Summer: Swipe on your lotions and gel creams immediately after your shower when the skin is still damp, this helps in retaining moisture and locking it in. Give the same amount of TLC to the elbows, knees and feet as you do to the rest of your body. Don’t skip on applying lotion even if using a creamy exfoliator in the showe...

It’s a sea of white when I make my way into a private, heavily guarded venue at 32nd Avenue in Gurugram . Apart from an incredibly abstract bonsai plant at the heart of it all that stands at more than fifteen feet, the space gives away nothing. A friend tells me that the bonsai alone were imported for this event, underlining the quiet luxury but luxury all the way. It’s a sea of white because the dress code is white, so all the guests look like they’re straight out of a Greek island—milling about the venue, old friends giving each other bear hugs.  Gradually, the space reveals itself, surfacing from the white visual surfeit. A few feet away, an LED display plays a black and white short film of models in indie brands from Antar Agni to Urvashi Kaur, aided by near-tribal ululations in the background. The stage in the corner holds the promise of a spectacle. A concert? Pyrotechnics? Gymnastics? Or everything at once?  After we’re all seated in a semi-circle, in a crowd of medi...