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Exciting news is here, and it’s time to get your glam on! Brace yourself for the exhilarating return of The Cover Girl, now in its thrilling 3rd Season! But that’s not all—prepare for an explosion of talent as students and alumni of Lakmé Academy Powered by Aptech set their sights on the digital cover of the prestigious ELLE magazine, the epitome of luxury fashion. The Cover Girl competition, a national-level extravaganza, is set to push participants’ editorial skills to the limit, offering them a taste of the industry’s different facets. This extraordinary competition, curated exclusively for students and alumni of Lakmé Academy powered by Aptech, catapults them into the realm of high fashion photoshoots, magazine covers, and fashion edits redefining their professional horizons. But wait, there’s more! ELLE India and Lakmé Academy Powered by Aptech have a spellbinding series of masterclasses in store exclusively for The Cover Girl participants. Picture this: getting mentored wit...

It’s a whole different world of beauty when a coveted global luxury brand, Hermès, forays into it. The house of luxury that gave us cult-favourite the Birkin bag and Oran sandals introduced Hermès Beauty, its sixteenth métier, in 2020. Saturated pigments, luxurious textures, the ‘objects’, as the house terms the products, are meant for an experience and as Gregoris Pyrpylis, creative director of Hermès Beauty explains, it is all about “elegance, fantasy, and aimed to enhance natural beauty.”     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Gregoris Pyrpylis (@gregoris) Hermès Beauty launched with Rouge Hermès featuring 24 shades inspired by leather and silk, nearly 70 years after the house’s first fragrance. While the work on Hermès Beauty initiated in 2015, the brand is known to invest time for creative decisions and their development. Pierre Hardy, creative director of Hermès shoes and jewellery, designs the Hermès Beauty obj...

I’m one of the lucky few who has had the pleasure of living with her grandmother since a very young age. The only time I disliked her, however, was when she insisted on giving me a champi  with a smelly oil concoction. Or when she mixed up curd and lemon to put on my hair. ‘Nuskha’ she would call it and now that I’m all grown up with a healthy head of hair even after all the hair experiments, I those rituals a big thank you. What I hated back then is now a part of my self-care Saturdays. Understanding the significance, many beauty brands have gone on to create stand-alone products using the essence of these popular at-home traditional beauty rituals. So from hair care to skincare, here are a few age-old rituals that are now bottled for us to make best of it. Hair Oil How could I not begin with this one? Sitting on the floor while my grandmother tugged at my hair and tied them into tight braids is a core memory. Back then, her nu ska   was mixing warm Coconut Oil ...

Both feet drumming on the Earth. Can you feel the vibration? Rhythm heard around the world.” The lyrics from Raja Kumari’s song ‘Meera’ aptly embody the sentiment she is all about–a globally recognised artist who seamlessly blends her Indian roots with American style hiphop. Over the years, she has come a long way, from her chart topping song ‘City Slums’ to earning a Grammy nomination and then launching her own record label Godmother Records. And now, Raja Kumari adds one more feather to her hat. She has collaborated with ‘All Of Me’ singer John Legend on an anthem, ‘Keep On Walking’, as part of the Walkers & Co. Tour and performed live with him this March in Mumbai and Gurugram. We caught up with her… ELLE: How was collaborating with John Legend? Raja Kumari(RK): It felt incredible because he is a musician that I have looked up to. He has created timeless songs, and just writing the record with him put me back into my songwriting space and encouraged me to try different sound...

Summer should officially be declared as a no jeans season! The scorching heat already makes us want to rip clothes apart and the skinny jeans hanging in our closets, ignored are rubbing salt in our sweat. On a sunny afternoon, when you are turning into a melted popsicle, sundresses are a go to and you just want to experiment. Something casual yet stylish? Co-ord sets are here to save your day. These loose, comfortable coordinated pieces are perfect for when you want to dress down but still make a statement. Here are some celebs from B-town flaunting their coordinated summer wardrobe. 1. Sara Ali Khan Sunshine On The Streets   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95)   Sara Ali Khan is all set with her summer closet. Looking the B.E.S.T in her neon yellow crotchet co-ord set and blue pumps, she is seen exploring the streets of Mumbai. She accessorised her look with a quirky gold ring. Availab...

If there is one fashion piece that will never be a fad, it is undoubtedly the iconic pair of Levi’s 501 ® . Having conquered the hearts and closets of fashion lovers, their jeans have earned their legendary status throughout history – well 150 years now to be exact. Coming a long way from back in 1873, when Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss had just dropped the patent for copper rivets on work pants, to now a century and a half later, their denim are still breaking the boundaries and turning heads in fashion runways and streets alike.  Owing to the brand’s innovative genes (the pun was very much intended) Levi’s family eventually expanded beyond their original masterpiece. They went on to introduce popular fits such as the new 501 ® ’54, 501 ® ’81, and more versions of the iconic 501 ® . And today, 150 years later, the 501 ® is still rocking the GOAT status like no other, being a timeless symbol of style and self-expression that has been defying the whole concept of trends .  ...

I am the kind of person you want to take on experimental gastronomy journey. For the most part, I am open to exploring new tastes, flavours and textures. Seaweed in my pasta? Sure, I will give it a whirl. Fruit in my savoury starter? I will try it. When I was asked to come try the food at Inja, I was intrigued. Inja, located in Friends Colony in Delhi, is called that because it has Indian flavours (the IN) mixed with Japanese ones (the JA). I was up for it but the thought that I would have to nod and smile while eating sushi slathered in dal makhani had me waking up in cold sweat. Admittedly, my fears were misplaced. Located in a leafy, quiet neighbourhood, Inja is inconspicuous in its presence. It certainly helps that it is a tony neighbourhood, the well-loved Manor House. Patrons are likely to be a well-traveled set with elevated palettes, so the people at Inja have their work cut out for them. And boy, do they deliver. The cuisine here is the brainchild of chef Adwait Anantwar a...

What have you planned for this week? What’s your schedule looking like? Only that what is meant to be will pan out. So if anything gets cancelled or rescheduled remember to whisper a thank you to the Universe. If you are trying to do too much your plans will get reorganized whether you like it or not. If you are rushing something, you’ll be stalled from making any progress. Pace will matter this week as the Universe will force you to drop the impatience and embrace an aligned intention. Capricorn: December 22–January 20 There’s a revival of sorts to be experienced this week. At work opportunities you thought were lost will be offered again and this time the energy of success will be stronger. In relationships, the energy of second chances will churn. Whatever you thought was a failure or a loss will present itself in a new shape. Many will experience that moment of commitment they’ve been longing for. Marriage proposals or proof of loyalty are on the cards this week. At work, be awa...

For decades, The Body Shop, the original ethical British beauty brand, has lived its stated purpose ‘to exist to fight for a fairer and more beautiful world’. As a continuum to its innate business philosophy and keeping up with its promise to transform the beauty industry with fair trade ingredients, the company has launched a new communication campaign in India that features three remarkable female changemakers who embody the brand’s new signature, ‘Changemaking beauty’.  The campaign’s primary objective is to celebrate these inspirational individuals and motivate everyone to believe in their own ability to make a positive impact in the world. Featuring actor Shefali Shah, football player Bala Devi, and Anny Divya, the youngest female commander to fly a Boeing 777, the campaign showcases the mettle of these women through a series of videos and social media posts. In their own way, all three women have become changemakers, champions, and catalysts by either standing up for an ide...

Ace fashion designer Manish Malhotra recommends the stylish & sturdy Samsonite Trousseau luggage collection as the perfect companion for all wedding endeavors   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Samsonite India (@samsoniteindia) “ My love for design started when I used to customize clothes for myself and my friends. Now, as a designer, I know the importance of having the right accessories to complete the look. And for any bride, the Samsonite Trousseau is the perfect companion for all wedding endeavors. It’s not just stylish & aesthetic, but also sturdy!” says Manish Malhotra.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Samsonite India (@samsoniteindia)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Samsonite India (@samsoniteindia) Check out Samsonite’s wedding collection Here For more, visit Sa...