FASHION FEST 356

India’s festive season is in full swing, and fast fashion is unmistakably having its moment right now. As we embark on the festive fervor, it’s time to make your wardrobe perfect this season, with understated luxury, timeless classics, and new-age designs that are equal parts elegant and edgy. The cardinal rule of festive fashion is to exude style and class, and this season, we’ve got the ultimate head start. Madame , the brand known for its impeccable taste and sophisticated style, is here to add a playful twist to your festivities with their Late Night Vibe (AW ’23) collection. This fresh line-up isn’t just about style; it’s about infusing your festive evenings with a touch of spontaneity and charm, so that you can experience glamour and enjoyment in a whole new light. Madame’s Celebration of Style Madame’s Late Night Vibe (AW ’23) collection is beyond justfashion; it’s a celebration of life itself. In this season’s launch, you’ll see some unique, sassy and chic styles that inspi...

Love it or hate it, you know you are going to watch it. It could be a guilty pleasure, or what you watch when you have friends over to laugh at, but there’s something about Koffee With Karan that has us…well, intrigued. The show is back with its 8th season and while it certainly has everyone talking, the sheen is a little lost. This season launched with Bollywood’s beloved actor couple – Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh – a power couple that should draw in eyeballs. And while that’s a coup of sorts, the buzz and hype around talk shows seems to be have ebbed. Most talk shows are no longer creating the magic they used to. Gone are the days when we set reminders, eager to catch a sneak peek into our favourite celebrity’s life.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Disney+ Hotstar (@disneyplushotstar) Keep reading to know why we think the talk shows have lost the early 2000’s charm and allure: Plenty Of Plandid via GIPHY ...

There was a time when gua shas and jade rollers took over everyone’s skincare routines. Then came the kansa wand and now it’s time for LED masks to shine (literally). In the midst of all of these beauty tools, there’s one that has shown promising results but isn’t given enough credit for it–derma rollers A derma roller, also known as a micro-needling device, is essentially a handheld instrument equipped with tiny needles that create micro-injuries in the skin when rolled across the scalp’s surface. I know it sounds scary. So to help demystify this hair care tool, we spoke to Dr Pooja Chhabra, a  certified Trichologist and Cosmetologist. Benefits Of Derma Rolling For The Scalp   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Afsennah | Advanced Trichologist 🔬 (@afsennah) The science behind derma rollers lies in a process called ‘controlled trauma’ wherein tiny needles penetrate the scalp’s uppermost layer and activate...

When Madonna accepted the Billboard Woman of the Year award in 2016, she candidly addressed the pervasive issues of misogyny, sexism, relentless bullying, and abuse that she had encountered throughout her career. She astutely pointed out that as a woman, you’re allowed to embody qualities of beauty, cuteness, and sensuality, but you’re often discouraged from appearing too intelligent or expressing your own opinions.  This was also the case for pop sensation Britney Spears. For over two decades, Spears has held a prominent position as one of the most widely recognised figures in international pop music. Her personal life, marked by highly publicised breakups, mental health struggles, and the protracted legal battle over her conservatorship, has been a frequent subject of tabloid scrutiny and relentless media attention. Now, she’s reclaiming the narrative with a memoir titled  The Woman in Me .    View this post on Instagram  ...

Come November, the festival of lights is all set to be bigger, bolder, and brighter with Swarovski’s scintillating Diwali collections – Mesmera, Millenia, and Gema – exclusively designed to match your modern, elegant taste. To add extravagance to your festive plans, take a page out of brand ambassador Ananya Panday’s book to discover how to best celebrate self-expression, amplify your shine, and turn heads at parties and gatherings this Diwali! Captured the touch of elegance and unparalleled opulence A trusted brand in the jewellery world, Swarovski’s exquisite pieces have time and again left an indelible impression on its countless customers for 128 years. Simply put, no one brings the shine better! This year, with the enchanting Ananya Panday as the face of their Diwali campaign, Swarovski is back with yet another line of timeless masterpieces, mirroring the radiant and luminous vibe of the year’s most joyous festival! Ananya radiates sheer brilliance in all her festive ensembles, ...

It might have been 37 degrees Celsius last Sunday afternoon but that didn’t stop me from heading over to Hoppumm, the Sri Lankan restaurant that makes its way back to Mumbai in a new avatar. With its lip-smacking, flavour-packed Sri Lankan cuisine, Hoppumm was quick to become a beloved spot when it initially opened in Churchgate in 2018. However, the pandemic conundrum meant that the partners had to shut it down. But its Chef and Founder Lakshit Shetty kept himself busy with catering services for personal and corporate events, something he still pursues with the hope that he’d bring back the restaurant soon, which he did.  Now that the restaurant has opened its doors once again, the quaint space–earlier a delivery kitchen–brings your cherished Hoppumm classics (such as its crowd-favourite hoppers and curries) along with a variety of new creations to explore in a small, sit-down restaurant in Bandra.     View this post on Instagram ...