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A hot and humid climate is not your make-up's best friend. To prevent it from melting and make it last longer, stay away from liquid or cream bronzers and invest in good powder eyeshadows, suggest experts.
Annanya Sabarwal, Country Head at Kiko Milano India and Davinder Kaur, make-up expert at MyGlamm, have listed tips for a tension free time at a summer wedding:
Cleanse the skin with a gentle cleanser and rub ice wrapped in a clean cotton cloth, all over your face. It refreshes and hydrates the skin. Follow with a moisturiser as per your skin type.
Opt for an oil-free primer before applying make-up as it helps it last longer and holds your make-up up through any condition. If you use foundation, apply an oil-free formula with a foundation brush. After you've applied your liquid foundation, powder your face with a small brush.
Take caution with bronzers. Stay away from liquid or cream bronzers, as they will not hold up in the heat; try a matte powder instead.
If your eyelids are extra oily, apply a mattifying product first, as it gives a perfect finish to any texture of eye shadows and makes it stay longer without creasing the eyeshadow. Stick to powder eyeshadows over creamy formulas.
As for liners, waterproof liquid liner is the best idea.
A waterproof mascara is a must for every bride, especially for a summer one.
Opt for soft, powdery formula over cream blush that will look fresh and absorb oil. For more staying power, apply cheek stain, then dust a matching powder blush on top of it.
Complete your look with a matte lipstick in coral, peach and pink colours. Before you do that, start off by using a good lip scrub and then moisturise your lips with balm so your pencil will glide along easily. Take your lip pencil on your entire lips as this will prevent your lipstick from bleeding and supply more holding power. Cover your lips with the lipstick once the base is set.
Make sure to use a fixing spray. If you don't have one, rose water is a good substitute too.
Do not to forget to carry a kit for quick touch ups, it should include a compact, a lipstick, powder-free blotting papers to remove shine, and a small tube of concealer with a tiny synthetic brush for quick touch-ups.
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*1. Crossbody city bags for business jet-setters: *Available in different textures, these bags come with adequate space to store your notes, electric gadgets and clothes making them an ideal pick for every business outing.
*2. Leather strolley bags:* This bag comes in different types of leather and adequately sized pouches that not only help in segregating your luggage but also give a classy appeal to your travel ensemble. Always keep in mind to pick a strolley with high quality leather as it extends the durability and helps in withstanding rigors travel easily.
*3. Duffle bags:* This is the most ideal option for those who believe in luxury travelling. Stylish yet comfortable, these bags come in a versatile range and are a worthwhile choice when it comes to carrying a lot of stuff without making a mess. Be it a weekend escape or an adventurous trip to the mountains, duffle bags are always a go to option for any traveller planning a vacation.
*4. Briefcase:* One of the oldest and classic bags in the category is a briefcase. Carrying it simply adds to the sartorial elegance in your professional look. For the fashion aficionados, especially when it comes to that business meeting, a leather briefcase will boast of the formal status that one carries. Also, known as folio cases, this is definitely a must have to keep all your important documents at one place.
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Using warm water and shaving slowly can help you keep razor bumps at bay, say experts. Preeti Seth, Cosmetologist, Pachouli Wellness Clinic, and Prabhu Mishra, Senior Cosmetologist from SCI International Hospital, list some tips to keep in mind while shaving.
· Firstly hydrate to minimise the nicks, cuts and irritation -- Hydrating softens your hair allowing the razor to glide more easily.
· Take a steamy shower. Warm water softens both your hair and skin, reducing tension as your razor blade cuts your scruff.
· Use old method of shaving through brush and making lather instead of foam for few days as bristles of brush will help in scrubbing the pores.
· Use a face wash or scrub to remove oil, dirt and dead skin.
· One must moisturise the skin after shaving as dryness leads to split heads and itching.
· Another reason of razor burn is dull blades. Replace your razor, if you feel any tugging while shaving, ditch your razor and swap it for a new one.
· Cucumber has anti-inflammatory and hydrating properties, plus it is high in vitamin K and C both of which are best known for their healing properties. Cut a few slices of cucumber and place them in the refrigerator for half an hour. Take out the slices from the refrigerated cucumber and rub on the affected skin for 10 minutes.
· Olive oil has anti-inflammatory properties and helps in making the skin smooth. Simply mix one tablespoon of olive oil and five drops of tea tree oil in a bowl. Apply on the affected area using a cotton ball. Keep it on for 15 minutes and then rinse off with lukewarm water.
· Yogurt also has antibacterial properties that can help in reducing inflammation and swelling. Simply, mix one tablespoon of plain yogurt with one and a half teaspoon of honey and apply on the affected area. Keep it on for 15 minutes and then wash the mixture off with warm water.
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Stopping by a vada pav stall for a quick, satiating bite on a busy day or tucking into a sev-chutney laden Bombay sandwich, as breakfast at the office is a quintessential Mumbai experience. But who are the people who wake up at the crack of dawn to prep food that they then dish out with assembly line-like precision for the rest of the day? At the rates at which they sell the fare, what counts as profit? And do the exigencies of being on the street eat into it? If these are questions that have crossed your mind, find answers to them at the Mumbai premiere of Stand on the Street, a physical theatre performance spanning four acts that tell the stories of four street vendors from across India.
"Originally, the performance was commissioned for the Serendipity Arts Festival in Goa last year by chef [and the festival's culinary arts curator] Manu Chandra. We had worked on the smell and memory aspects of food earlier, and this time, the idea was to explore taste as the primary sense in the performance," shares director Aruna Ganesh Ram. She adds that the dishes that the vendors sell in the play - jhal muri, a spicy puffed rice preparation from Bengal; sundal, a yellow pea fried snack from Tamil Nadu; momos, a popular street food from Delhi; litti chokha from Bihar; and paan from Varanasi - will also be served to the audience. "Chef Chandra was keen on picking dishes that went beyond the popular items, which is why we don't have pav bhaji or dosa in the play," she says.
"We wanted the audience to eat, listen, and watch these performers behind their masks capture the essence of the country, not in a particular time period but over the last couple of decades. It became a metaphor for the prevailing socio-political conditions in India, but never obviously so," says Chandra.*Chef Manu Chandra*
As part of their research, Aruna and her team - consisting of actors Anjana Balaji and Aditya Garg, who play all 10 characters in the play - fanned out across India to meet 250 street food vendors and listen to their stories. "We realised that a vast majority of the vendors had left their hometowns to embrace a new city for life. And they all shared a common dream - they did not want their children to suffer like them," says Aruna.
The masks, which the actors wear throughout the performance, give it a sense of universality. "After all, this is not the story of one particular character, but of the many street vendors with whom our association is no more than a flitting transaction," she says. What also emerged in the research was the politics of being on the street, from dust and pollution to having to pay bribes, and dealing with the nuisance of barking dogs.
"A momo vendor from Mangalore spoke of the irony of customers, used to eating frozen momos at restaurants, finding the taste of her fresh dumplings, odd," Aruna recalls, adding that the play weaves in the instance of the call for a momo ban that had surfaced in Jammu last year. On the day of the performance, the team is up at 5 am to prepare all five dishes from scratch. "If we have to internalise their stories, we must live their life," Aruna sums up.
*From: April 25 to 27, 8 pm (The Cuckoo Club, Bandra West); April 28, 6.30 pm and 29, 8 pm (Piramal Museum of Art, Byculla) *
*Log on to: bookmyshow.com*
*Entry: Rs 499*
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A day before this writer spoke to chef K Thiru, a 12-feet wide hand-crafted brass plate arrived from Moradabad to add to the display collection at the Museum of Culinary Arts. Inaugurated by its star alumnus, Michelin-star chef Vikas Khanna last week, this is the first museum of its kind in the country, which is now a prime attraction of the Department of Culinary Arts at WelcomGroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA), Manipal. It dons the look of an ancient giant brass pot and has been a labour of love for Khanna, Thiru, vice principal and head of department of culinary arts, who, together with his team, worked six years to concretise their imagination.*Middle East and India*
"Each day some utensil or the other arrives from a corner of the country and even beyond its borders," Thiru tells us over the phone from Manipal. Currently sprawled across the lobby and hall of a 28,000 sq ft culinary arts building, the museum contains 1,000 displays. Thiru and Co. plan to take it to 10,000. The idea of the museum came to Khanna during his early days in America. "We have such a rich culinary heritage, and while certain recipes have long lives, the cooking methods have gone obsolete, with the arrival of modern technology. Yes, we must keep up with times, but it is no less important to preserve history. True learning is a combination of both. It will also help future generations to understand how we have evolved," says 49-year-old Thiru.*Spoons from Europe*
Nearly all artifacts have been sourced by Khanna during his travels around the world and to remote corners from India. There is a Turkish coffee set, called Ibrik; a clay cellar storage container from Rajasthan; a 21-piece ancient picnic set from Lucknow, which is a mini cooking range, complete with a bowl, plate, ladle, spoon and a pot, all of which can be dismantled. It's striking that the concept of a cooking range existed back then. That piece is Khanna's personal favourite. There are also churners, hand-blenders with glass jars, an ice cream maker from Lucknow, ceramic ware from Rajasthan and a variety of collectibles from Jammu, Hyderabad and Udipi. Plates made by the Portuguese in India, a 100-year-old ladle used to dole out food at temples of the Konkan and bowls dating back to the Harappan era are the big draws. "Some of the items, back then, must have existed in every household but have not been preserved. Besides Vikas's own collection, we have also asked our students to contribute," Thiru adds.
Currently, the layout of the museum is a makeshift one. "A lot needs to be done as artifacts are regularly added. We are working on creating a rustic look to go with the theme. Tomorrow, if someone else makes a similar museum in another part of India, we will be happy. The aim is to be the pride of the culinary fraternity," Thiru says.
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Accepting the futility of genres, of boxing songs into different compartments like stacked products in supermarket shelves, seems to be at the forefront of Rafiq Bhatia's musical endeavour. The 30-year-old American of Indian descent is the guitarist for a New York-based indie outfit called Son Lux. But it's his recent solo album, Breaking English, which makes the listener really question the need for musical boundaries, of sticking labels to a composition as if it's packaged meat.
The title track of the album, for instance, is not jazz, is not electronica, is not lounge, but all of these generic classifications rolled into one lush sound with a coherent narrative, where Bhatia's melancholic guitar plays the role of the protagonist. Each sonic detail in the track is well-defined, to the point where even though fellow Son Lux member Ian Chang's drum beats seem dissonant, they fit like a glove into the overall musical fabric. Bhatia describes this sensibility when he tells us over the phone from Berlin, where he's on tour, "Ryan (Lott, the vocalist for Son Lux) would say that instead of building a house, designing a room and then placing a chair in it, why don't we start with the chair first, and then design the room around it before building the house. There is a theory in poetry called organicism, where the poet lets each individual verse define the form that the poem will take. That is kind of similar to what I'm trying to do with my music."
He further explains his musical process when he narrates a story about one of his influences, Sam Rivers, the late American jazz great. "I've read that he would attend the concerts of all his peers, and purposely study their music to understand what they were trying to do. But this wasn't to replicate what they were playing. Instead, it was to consciously avoid it. Similarly, John Coltrane took the music of his predecessors and retooled the entire musical vocabulary keeping a similar underlying foundation, but with new pathways built on top of it," he says, giving us an indication of how he doesn't hesitate to flush rule books down the toilet.
Hybridity, in fact, lies at the core of Bhatia's creative evolution. The basis for this, he says, might well be his mixed identity. Born in North Carolina, he has never really fit in to any particular community. For, even though his parents are of Gujarati origin, they grew up in Tanzania, before moving to London and then finally to the US. So, while his brown skin stood out among the white kids in his school, he didn't feel completely at home among the Indian community either. "Everybody thinks that I am something else. So, my music is a result of a need to express my identity. It's a form of therapy at some level, because it's also a way of accepting who I am," he says.
He adds that this therapy started early. When he was about eight or nine, the older desi kids in Bhatia's neighbourhood would pick him up in a car and stop at a parking lot, listening to the hip-hop albums that became one of his earliest influences. Was he drawn to them because of the political overtones that such songs often embody? "Not really," he answers, adding, "I was only in the third grade at the time, and I couldn't even understand the words. So it was the musicality that I fell for. But the deeper question is, why were a bunch of brown kids sitting in a car in a parking lot and empathising with hip-hop music? What is it that was drawing them to the words? So you see, it's difficult to disentangle the politics from the music."
It follows thus that an intertwining of politics and music sometimes features in his own compositions. For example, Hoods Up, a complex instrumental piece, drew its inspiration from Trayvon Martin, a black teenager who was cruelly shot down because of a case of mistaken identity. The guitarist says, "I feel some amount of compulsion to express my [political] ideas. But sometimes, it's easy to get carried away with being overtly political because there is so much to be angry about, and often the responsibility falls on artistes to emphasise it. So I would say that politics is a general part of what inspires my music, because there are so many other facets of my personality that also make their way in."
Essentially, then, what Bhatia wants to keep doing is create genre-defying tracks where attention to detail is of paramount importance. "When you take the details and all the generalities of music for granted, that's when your songs start sounding more like other people's music. That doesn't mean you can't make great tracks. It's just that the less you consider those things, the less is the chance that you will make music that departs from convention. The flip side is that when you think actively about each decision, and each one comes from a place of individuality, it becomes hard to find a coherent logic that ties all those things together. And that ends up being the riddle that I am constantly trying to solve with my music."
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The romanticising of vinyls is not without reason - the gritty, warm sound, the bout of nostalgia and the act of listening may all be cliches, but they also hold true. And today being World Record Store Day, there is perhaps no better way of spending it than actually being in one. So here are a few that can satiate everyone from the grandpa obsessed with Madhubala to the hipster who wears socks from different pairs. Take your pick.
*The Revolver Club*
Jude D'Souza (seated in pic), CeO at The Revolver Club, says, "I once got a call about someone wanting to purchase weapons and another one asking how they could join this club." He explains that the name is a play on the revolving aspect of vinyls and also an ode to a Beatles album. D'Souza set up the store with co-founder Shalom Benjamin about three years ago, and it has now become a go-to hub for record junkies.
*At: LJ Road, Mahim West.*
*Call: 9833182255*
*Cost: Rs 100 to Rs 25,000*
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*Royal Music Collection*
Known simply as Abdul Razaak's store to those in the trade, this shop tucked away in Fort has been around since 1982. Featuring an array of languages and genres, the stock is a treasure trove of collectors' records. "Most of my customers are regulars and now that record players are back, I get some new ones too. Much what I have comes from old collections, so it's cheap and exquisite," says Razaak, the owner.
*At: Kitab Mahal, Dr DN Road.*
*Call: 98209 33365*
*Cost: Rs 250 to Rs 2,000.*
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*Music Circle*
Pilak Bhatt, owner of Music Centre, which has been around for five years, says he has been collecting records for the last 40 years. At his store you can find both pre-owned records and new ones. "Because of my passion and love for music, I want this format to stay alive. Analogue sound is natural and warm and records have lovely artwork. Plus, there's ample information about the artistes. The sound of Mp3s isn't great, and people are realising that, which is why this revival has come about," Bhatt says.
*At: V Mall, Kandivali east*
*Call: 9833062221*
*Cost: Rs 300 to Rs 2,000*
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There are two kinds of people who visit Goa - the peace and leisure seekers who soak up the solitude that the place offers, and the 'woohoo' gang who could do with drinking and partying at Mambo's every night. If you belong to the former category and wish to add a different touch to your annual summer Goa trip, sign up for Colour Fiesta Goa, a three-day opportunity to explore the sunshine state through art.*The heritage walk includes a visit to Goan musician Chico Fonseca’s home. Pics courtesy/Photooneil*
Curated by Weekend Art Room, which conducts art workshops for those looking for a breather in Mumbai, the event will combine art lessons with a heritage walk and a day on the beach. Founder Sona Choksi, a self-taught artist who works with a team of art professionals, was looking to combine her love for painting and travel. The result was an art trip to Sindhudurg last year, which saw 40 enthusiasts, including art students and teachers, paint in the mobile-free green environs of the sea-side district.*Fontainhas is a heritage Latin quarter in Panjim, Goa*
"I am passionate about art and travel. Usually people from the city paint either in restaurants or someone's home for paint parties. But to explore art in nature, where you live in a village and sit amid greenery without your cellphone, means that the output acquired a new form and has a different value altogether. One of the art teachers who was a part of the Sindhudurg trip had tears in her eyes as she was overwhelmed by the experience, which is unlike doing anything in the city. Goa is not just about drinking and partying, I want people to explore its other side," says Choksi.
The Sindhudurg trip included live painting sessions, using local red sand to create art with natural colours, and making art with leaves, stones and other elements of nature. The Goa trip will offer a similar experience. This includes painting with watercolours at Vagator beach (the stay will be near the beach too), spending a day at a local pottery studio to learn to create something with clay, a graffiti wall creation, working with acrylic paints and creating sand art.
The trip will also include a heritage sketch crawl in Fontainhas, the old Latin quarter in Panjim, a heritage area dotted with colourful picture-perfect homes. The walk will be conducted by Make it Happen, a travel experience company that regularly conducts such walks. "Fontainhas was a marshland and not habitable at all.
*Sona Choksi*
All the houses have been made on reclaimed land, and the narrow streets are great for exploring the place on foot. You won't find much traffic as opposed to the planned area of Panjim. The lifestyle of the place is very inspiring, laidback, quiet and quaint. The food is authentic. It has homes with tiled roofs built in the Portuguese style that are over a 100 years old with generations of families living in them. People still speak in Portuguese.
There are many art galleries and performance spaces in this area that promote all kinds of art. The area is also known for St Sebastian Chapel, which has a unique statue of Christ on the crucifix with his eyes open. Then there is the 31st January Road which commemorates the liberation of Portugal from Spain in 1640. We will also visit and meet Chico Fonseca. He is a known fado (a style of Portuguese music) musician," says Murali Shankaran, chief travel designer, Make It Happen.
*From April 26 to 30*
*At: Stay near Vagator, North Goa*
*LOG on to: facebook.com/ weekendartroom*
*Call: 9930602032*
*Cost: Rs 10,500*
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Shades of red, bordeaux, pink and yellow are the key emanating colours this summer. Along with these colours, core summer essentials like white and blue also build foundations of the wardrobe. Prernaa Lohiya, Marketing Manager, French Connection, and Samantha Chilton, Head of Design KOOVS, have listed seven best summer fashion trends you must look out for.
*1. Fun and message-driven* *slogan T-shirts:* Fun and message-driven slogan T-shirts that speak your mind, some core checkered shirts and athleisure inspired look for men are big this season. For women, soft florals and fashion infused athleisure is here to stay.
*2. Side-striped bottoms and popper pants:* Some of the other trends this season include side striped bottoms and popper pants.
*3. Summer dresses in pastel shades:* For a more ethereal look, you can choose pretty summer dresses in pastel hues as well.
*4. Florals, solids, and patterns in green:* The new hot colour for the summer is green and this can be seen in the form of florals, solids and patterns.
*5. Bohemian grunge:* It is also that time of the season when Bohemian grunge and festival dressing is popular including details like studding, lace inserts and broderie.
*6. Neon camo and digital oversized sleeveless shirts for men:* Men can add an element of exploration, with utility and military accents. Also this season it's all about the prints; from contrasting resort florals to neon camo and digital oversized sleeveless shirts.
*7. Embroidered denim jacket:* For layering, denim works wonders in summer and one can pick an embroidered denim jacket to layer a look with clean slip ons.
This summer, let your clothes speak your mind and add bright hues to your wardrobe to make a fashionable statement, say experts.
*(Edited by mid-day online desk, with inputs from IANS)*
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*Lydia Hendrikje Hornung. Pic/Datta Kumbhar**
That, in a nutshell, is the message in Bombay Aaram Se, a new song that encapsulates what living in this city is all about. And what sets it apart from other musical tributes to Mumbai, such as the folksy 1969 classic Bombay Meri Hai, is that the two people who have composed it - Lydia Hendrikje Hornung and Dario Brandt - are both German. They landed in the city a few years ago to teach at The True School of Music in Lower Parel, and started sharing a flat in the process. Then, at some point, Hornung floated the idea to Brandt that they use the medium of music to give concrete shape to what their experience of living in the city has been like.*A still from the Bombay Aaram Se video*
Brandt tells us, "Lydia is the one who came up with the chorus, and it felt perfect because going 'aaram se' is exactly how we were both feeling about being here. I then added some beats to it and she came up with the hook lines, and we had time to work on it since we were living together. So, we would just knock on each other's doors and say, 'Hey, what do you think about this input, or that one?'"
The product they eventually came up with is a catchy, EDM-inflected number with a modern, hip-hop vibe. The track starts with a 1970s-like Bollywood song sample, before it takes an edgy turn five seconds in. The lyrics capture the intrinsic tumult of the Maximum City, with lines like "I'm hailing kaali-peeli cabs/ I'm waking up in Bombay flats" interspersed with "Let me cough up rickshaw fumes/ Don't care what time we do". And the accompanying video feels as if the two of them are on a drive around town, stopping at quintessential Bambaiyya locations such as the Gateway of India, an Irani café, Land's End in Bandra and Marine Drive.
So all in all, it seems as if both Hornung and Brandt have internalised Mumbai to the extent that they, too, are riding the see-saw that life here can be about. Brandt says, "I find that despite it being such a welcoming place, it's also easy to disappear in this city. I mean, I step out of my house and I feel as if I have vanished sometimes," while Hornung adds, "Moving here was a completely life-changing matter for me. I got the feeling of, 'This is going to be my new home for a while.' And that made me find my peace with some of the things that annoy me, like traffic for instance. And eventually that's what also led me to think, 'Bombay, aaram se.' I mean, just chill, right?"
*Log on to: YouTube and type "Bombay Aaram Se" to listen to the track*
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While you are upgrading your wardrobe with Summer staples like floral dresses, shorts and tank tops, don’t forget to amp up your style with the perfect handbag. From carry-it-all oversized tote bags to stylish circular bags that are the rage, refresh your wardrobe with the top handbags for the season with tips from Narendra Kumar, Creative Director, Amazon Fashion!
*Fringed and tasseled*
Fringes and tassels are one of the key trends this season. A leather sling back with flirty fringes makes for the perfect daytime bag but be sure to incorporate just the right amount. For a bohemian look carry a fringe bag with a floral dress. Balance it out by keeping the rest of your outfit simple and straight with basic accessories.
*Bucket bags*
The bucket bag is an absolute must have in your wardrobe. While the structure is more casual, with minimalist designs and neutral hues, these look sophisticated and chic. Open bucket bags have a thick strap on top whereas closed bucket bags have drawstrings around the top.
*Circular bags*
Here is a refreshing new trend for Spring-Summer. These circular shaped bags will add a fun and distinctive touch to your whole look. Go for sleek, elegant designs in solid colors. If you are looking for something more casual, get a textured leather bag or denim with patchwork. These are quite small but come in a huge variety of styles.
*Oversized tote and hobo*
Oversized totes and hobos are the best bags to carry it all! These can easily transition from your work wear to a casual everyday bag. While neutrals work best with formals, a bright oversized bag is all you need for a day at the beach. However, since oversized bags tend to look bulky or slouchy, get a structured one.
*Mini bags*
Along with oversized bags, mini bags have also become a popular choice. Although these are very small, it can be a statement piece. Mini bags come with cute detailing like bows or buckles in boxy shapes. Pick a pastel colored mini bag with a top handle to carry your basic essentials.
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The eight-year-old's name floats about in your head like a fly - not so long ago, buzzing around insouciantly - fallen into a cup of tea gone stale and cold. A child, who would have perhaps stared at you with demurred confusion were you to read the chargesheet for her abduction, rape, and murder to her. "Myean beyni! Emuk matlab kya chu may wann te (My sister! Tell me what does that mean)," she would have asked in Kashmiri. The case sparked widespread national outrage, and social media was taken by storm. However, amid much of the hammering that has taken place after the Kathua rape, a relatively quieter means of dissent surfaced in the form of art on Instagram. Meet its makers.
*Orijit Sen,*
*A veteran artist based in Delhi*
"I had been hearing things but I was busy with deadlines so I wasn't aware of all the details until I took a break. When I read about the case and the chargesheet, it made me sick, but then I saw her photograph and it left a deep impact. It haunted me. I added the horse because I read that she had been abducted when she was out herding horses.
It was like her guardian spirit. The wildflowers in her hand signify flowers she may have collected and the meadows around, because I read that playing in the meadows was her favourite thing to do. The shadows on her face are to obscure her identity and in all, I was just trying to capture the vulnerability and innocence of a child her age. I think to me, the image portrays a child of the meadow, returned," he explains.
*Abhilash Menon,*
*visual artist and illustrator from Mumbai*
"When the agony gets too much, the voice inside me takes over. The hands of a criminal are always eager to touch flesh, with insane brutality. Such criminals don't shy away from wearing the mask of cast, creed, colour, religion or politics - as depicted by the five fingers in the image - but when the masks come off, they are all the same.
The five fingers here are in the shape of the male genitalia, establishing the mindset of such criminals - decadent and unbeknownst to human values and pain. Irrespective of their background, they should be delivered the harshest common punishment, so that others abhor an act such as this. Punish these delinquents and bring peace to the soul of that little girl."
*Sourabh Basu,*
*Student and Kolkata-based graphic designer*
"My illustration focuses on the multiple thoughts running through her head in the moments before her death. She might have cried, struggled in pain, the pitch of her voice might have been unbearable. She might have cried out for her mother, hence the text 'Ma'.
But it also depicts that she was in a temple, a goddesse's shrine, which to most of us is also an abode of the mother. In those last minutes, she must have been filled with hatred toward the world and its cruelty."
*Satish Acharya,*
*Well-known Kundapur-based cartoonist*
"I couldn't believe that people could be so cruel to an eight-year-old. Her thoughts started haunting me. I was saddened to see that some people were shamelessly defending the rapists. I did a series of three cartoons. The first one was about how the little girl is receiving so much love from us, but what she deserves more is justice.
The next two panels are about how nothing has changed since the brutal Delhi gang rape. In spite of a revised law named after the victim, rapes continue to be used as a tool to scare and hurt women, to settle political scores, to impose age-old gender biases and caste hierarchy. What was also worrying was how divided the country was unlike in the case of Nirbhaya which was protested in one voice."
*Saira Khan,*
*Toronto-based Health Studies and Psychology student*
"This artwork is not only dedicated to the eight-year-old, but to every child who has been a victim of rape and physical and psychological harm. The news of the Kathua rape reminded me of Zainab, a six-year-old Pakistani girl who was raped and murdered in January.
The illustration is that of a faceless and nameless girl and the hashtag #Justicefor, has been left incomplete to depict that in a society where rape and violence against women is ingrained, one name can soon be replaced with another. The shards represent brutality and crimes against women and children. The use of red paint is to depict the urgency of the message," she explains.
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Redoing your office interiors? Try out some of the must-have elements in office spaces like the right furniture, adding nature to the surroundings and activity based settings. Ishan Thacker, Associate Director, Vector Projects (I) Pvt. Ltd. and Amit Ramani, Founder and CEO of Awfis Space Solutions list some recommendations.
*1. The right furniture:* This plays a pivotal role in any kind of work space setting. Offices need to invest in the right kind of furniture to increase their employees' efficiency. Opt for something that has high functionality over ordinary designs. Adjustable desks and chairs can be a good choice; multipurpose furniture can also be added to save space. Another new entrant in the space is reconfigurable furniture that can be customized as per need. It provides both the required flexibility as well as privacy.
*2. Go back to nature:* Add in a little nature to your premises with biophilic designs. The latest trend in the office space, the presence of plants and other natural elements can add positivity within the environment and improve the air quality.
*3. Activity-based settings:* It is exciting to be at a workplace that engages you with diverse group of people and gives you the opportunity to network and collaborate. Flexible workstations, new age cabins, activity-based settings including comfortable couches and beanbags, breakout zones, meeting lounges and pods are some of the attractions in an office that provide a natural crossroad for employees to meet and share ideas, thereby enhancing their motivation levels and productivity.
*4. Ergonomic lighting:* Our cortisol level drops significantly under artificial and poor lighting conditions and dimly lit workplaces strain the eyes, causing headache and drowsiness. This can lead to poor productivity. Natural light is the best. Daylight that filters through the space not only affects employee well-being but also boosts the energy and mood level. Consider making the best use of natural light and swap the florescent bulbs with personal lamps, string lighting, and soft coloured bulbs to keep your employees alert and attentive.
*5. Aesthetic appeal:* Everything from layout, to furniture and even artwork is subject to appeal in a workplace. The idea is to create a transcendental experience for the user and to design a warm casual space that works as an incubator for ideas. Materials like wood and metal bring warmth and rustic feel to the space. Keeping in mind the fact that the office workspaces today are dynamic in nature and are witnessing rapid changes, the workplace style should be bold, industrial and vibrant with new age materials, technology and decluttered design vocabulary.
*6. Technology:* A modern office space is incomplete without the right technology. Integrated systems, fast-speed internet connections and latest hardware and software are things your office must have to appeal to the incoming tech-savvy generations. Not only that, office can also invest in mobile devices or rather agile settings to help one switch easily from one place as to another. The new workforce prefers more flexibility which will in turn result in enhanced productivity.
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"I am a representative, a child, a product, of the 1968 generation. I am a witness and a participant, a reactionary and an activist who was shaped by and responded to the changing social and political climate of my times. I have always seen every aspect of that which surrounds us as political, and I have always felt duty-bound to respond to these things as an artist," says Mehmet Güleryüz about the impact of the political climate of Turkey on his creative process. Evident through the fervent strokes seen in his artworks, the 80-year-old artist, one of the biggest names to emerge from the contemporary art scene of the country, has indeed responded to the many changes that have simmered around him over his 55-year career. The artist speaks about his creative journey as an actor, teacher and an artist, with the opening of his first show in the city, On The Road.
*How has theatre affected your style of art?*
My talent and gift for painting in parallel to that of my love of the fine arts as a whole forced me to take a leap into my simultaneous passion of theatre. You could say that I learned painting in the theatre. The problems that I had in reaction to the classic way in which the arts were taught forced me to make a choice to leave the field of fine arts studies and pursue an education/career in the performing arts. As a result of studying acting studio methodologies and our "emotion works", it also offered the scope where even though one was bound within the guidelines of the script, there was the opportunity to rediscover a new aspect. This gave me the invaluable opportunity to return to painting with my own methodology and vision, to understand what it was that I needed to do in painting. My very nature was open to improvisation, and to a sort of action painting that was in harmony with this sort of an expression and what I could call the foundation stone of my art.
*How would you like to reiterate the importance of drawing to upcoming artists?*
The act of drawing is open to everyone. It doesn't differentiate nor does it reject or exclude anyone. Everyone can, essentially, draw. The person who is responsible for that line, who can understand that when s/he draws, s/he only gains the identity of a painter after his or her decision to become a master of it.
*Could you tell us about the paintings in this exhibition?*
Although this is a selection from a different period of time covering over 40 years, it does not cover all processes. It contains only partial information of a very long journey. But at its core, it is always predominantly weighted in the human condition.
*Has your journey to India inspired you in any way so far?*
For anyone who cannot directly or intimately connect with it, India could be considered tera-incognita. It could be said to contain the unknown, but that which must definitively be discovered and experienced and learned from. Just imagine what this means for an artist, for someone like me. This is an experience which I am relishing and enjoying very much.
*Till: April 24*
*At: Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda*
*From: April 26 to May 30*
*At: Jamaat, Colaba*
*Call: 22820718*
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*Monday*
*Soak in some art*
Attend an exhibition where artist Kanu Patel will showcase his paintings. His works are influenced by the religion, history, literature and arts of India.
*Time 11 am to 7 pm*
*At Jehangir Art Gallery, Kala Ghoda.*
*Call 9825041289*
*Free*
*Get a kick*
Taekwondo is a semi-contact martial arts form that originated in Korea. Enrol for a summer camp where you can
learn the different techniques that it involves.
*Time 9 am*
*At Natraj Hall, Link Road, Andheri West.*
*Log on to eventshigh.com*
*Entry Rs 1,800*
*Do something to dye for*
Batik is a wax-resist dyeing technique that is popular in many Southeast Asian countries. Learn how it’s done in Malaysia, where there are no restrictions on the colours you use On the fabric of your choice.
*Time 12 noon*
*At Iteeha Studio, Mathuradas Mill Compound, Lower Parel.*
*Log on to insider.in*
*Cost Rs 2,300*
*Tuesday*
*Deal with it*
An affordable watering hole is celebrating its first anniversary. And it’s offering an unbelievable deal to mark the occasion — get 36 unlimited drinks for just '365. If that doesn’t sound like a deal, we don’t know what will.
*Time 9 pm onwards*
*At BKC Dive, Pinnacle Corporate Park, Bandra Kurla Complex.*
*Call 8655077330*
*Mark their words*
Poetry is one form of the arts that can truly encapsulate the complexity of the human condition. Attend an open-mic event where new and established talent will read out their verses.
*Time 8.30 pm*
*At Hive at Gostana, Parbhat Kunj, Linking Road, Bandra West.*
*Call 64533359*
*Cost Rs 250 (including Rs 100 as cover)*
*Get a high*
Aeromodelling is an excellent way of learning basic science and engineering principles. Sign your child up for a course that teaches them how to build and fly model planes.
*Time 11 am*
*At Quistic Learning Centre, Oshiwara, Andheri West.*
*Log on to eventshigh.com*
*Cost Rs 2,500*
*Wednesday*
*Eat like a local*
Sample some authentic Maharashtrian fare at an eatery on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. Tuck into delicacies like aamras puri, katachi amti, dalimbi wal and vangiyacha bhari.
*Time 12 pm and 7 pm*
*At The Bombay Havelli, Maharshi Karve Road, Opera House, Girgaum.*
*Call 33126813*
*Cost Rs 1,200*
*Learn about wine*
If you are a wine enthusiast, attend the informative Taste and Learn Series being held at the restaurant of a BKC hotel. A sommelier will teach how to distinguish between different makes of the drink, which will be paired with a curated menu of small bites.
*Time 7 pm*
*At Artisan, Sofitel Hotel, BKC.*
*Call 8268152599*
*Cost Rs 3,097*
*Move your body*
Attend a physical movements course that focuses on khel kalari, a body-mind training system comprising kalaripayattu, yoga, mobility and locomotion, breathwork, and voice and chanting exercises.
*Time 9.30 am to 11 am, and 4.30 pm to 6 pm*
*At Hybrid Fitness, Bungalow 34, Janaki Devi School Road, Andheri West.*
*Call 9967535562*
*Cost Rs 3,000 for each phase*
*Thursday*
*Manage money*
Attend a workshop on managing your finances if you’re the sort who regularly find yourself asking, “Where did my all money disappear to?” Learn how to choose the right investment options and define your financial goals.
*Time 10 am*
*At Verbena Brewpub, Lower Parel.*
*Call 39971886*
*Cost Rs 2,500*
*Tell tales*
Have a story to tell? Attend a session where audience members are invited to take the stage and narrate interesting anecdotes from their life, be it a hair-raising tale or an incident that makes people laugh out loud.
*On 8 pm*
*At The School Of Thought, Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, Andheri West.*
*Call 9819546349*
*Cost Rs 249*
*Go back in time*
Catch Blackstratblues play a gig that rolls back time to the analogue era. The band is fronted by Warren Mendonsa (second from right in pic), a virtuoso guitarist, considered to be one of India’s best.
*Time 9 pm*
*At Todi Mill Social, Mathuradas Mill Compound, Lower Parel.*
*Call 7506394240*
*Entry Rs 600*
*Hear new jokes*
The stand-up circuit in Mumbai is choc-a-bloc with a host of established comics and upcoming artistes. Many of them draw their inspiration from life in the Maximum City, meaning their routines are replete with jokes based on, say, Dadar station or vada pav. But if you are looking for something different, attend a gig that features only outstation artistes, who have their own flavour of comedy.
*Time 8.30 pm*
*At The Cuckoo Club, 5AA Pali Hill Road, next to Candies, Bandra West.*
*Call 9619962969*
*Entry Rs 250*
*Catch a play*
How does a husband’s quest to get his beloved wife’s sight restored create a stir in the life of an internationally renowned eye surgeon, who has given up his practice? And how does this interesting intersection of three lives play out? Find out at the staging of Molly Sweeney, a play directed by Rehaan Engineer.
*Till April 22, 8 pm*
*At G5A Foundation for Contemporary Culture, Mahalaxmi.*
*Log on to bookmyshow.com*
*Entry Rs 750*
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If your pets are following to every nook and cranny of your house and especially when you decide to have some lone time in the bathroom, blame it to their 'pack behaviour'. According to the recent studies, dogs have evolved to be pack animals with strong bonds to those around them, and in their domesticated state, the instinct to physically stick with the members of the pack transfers to their humans.
Reports say that if a pet follows you everywhere he might start suffering from anxiety and separation issues whenever the pet owner leaves the dog on its own. But on the flip side cats are not known to be as pack animals. They are in a constant search of warmth and thus are often seen cuddling up in towels or pillows. For cats their own privacy is paramount.
The cats would also follow you to your loo trips but not cause of their concern of separation from you but as they are insecure and want to check if there is nothing untoward going inside the house which could be threatening to them.
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*Washington D.C.:* Gaybourhood, or traditionally gay neighbourhood, still face a subtle form of discrimination from 'straight' people. According to a study conducted by the University of British Columbia, straight people living in such neighbourhoods, say they support gay rights in theory, but many interact with their gay and lesbian next-door fellas on the street in ways that contradict those sentiments.
"There is a mistaken belief that marriage equality means the struggle for gay rights is over," said Amin Ghaziani, the study's senior author. "Prejudice and discrimination still exist- it's just more subtle and difficult to detect."
The researchers interviewed 53 straight people, who live in two Chicago gaybourhoods - Boystown and Andersonville.
They found the majority of residents saying that they support gay people. However, the researchers found their progressive attitudes were misaligned with their actions.
While many residents said they don't care if people are gay or straight, some indicated that they don't like gay people who are "in your face".
When asked about resistance from LGBTQ communities to the widespread trend of straight people moving into gaybourhoods, some of the people interviewed responded with accusations of reverse discrimination and described gay people who challenged them as "segregationist" and "hetero-phobic."
Some said they believed they should have open access to cultural gay spaces, and were surprised that they felt "unwelcome" there.
"That feeling of surprise, however, exemplifies a misguided belief that gay districts are trendy commodities when they are actually safe spaces for sexual minorities¿, added Ghaziani.
When the researchers asked residents if they had done anything to show their support of gay rights, such as marching in the pride parade, donating to an LGBTQ organization, or writing a letter in support of marriage equality to a politician, the majority said they had not.
Many also expected their gay and lesbian neighbours to be happy and welcoming of straight people moving into gaybourhoods, expressing sentiments like, "you wanted equality- this is what equality looks like."
With gay pride celebrations fast approaching around the world, Adriana Brodyn, the study's lead author, said it is important to pause and reflect on the state of LGBTQ equality.
"I hope that our research motivates people against becoming politically complacent or apathetic," she said. "If we do not motivate ourselves to be aware of this subtle form of prejudice, then it will just continue to perpetuate."
The study appears in the journal City and Community.
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*Ruskin Bond: For a glimpse into the life of czars*
The Romanovs (Weidenfeld & Nicolson) by Simon Sebag Montefiore goes intimately into the lives of the czars from the 17th century right up to the Russian Revolution and World War I. A very well-researched work of 600 pages, it is not too academic and makes for an engaging book, telling you all about life in Russia and Eastern Europe at the time.
Another book that I found interesting recently is River of Life, River of Death: The Ganges and India's Future (Oxford University Press). Written by Victor Mallet, it traces the Ganga from source to mouth, through its history up to its present-day problems, pollution being one of them. Another well-researched work, it is quite readable.
*Ravinder Singh: For a bestseller high*
I read Danielle Steel for the first time in The Right Time (Random House). The book is about what happens when a writer cannot tell the world that she is the author of many bestselling novels. The author, who started writing crime thrillers as a young adult, is advised by her father to use a pen name because he feels the world wouldn't accept a woman writer when it comes to that genre. The book turns out to be a super bestseller. But while she is enjoying the success, she can't go out and tell the world it's hers. She skips all award shows, and remains disguised even as one of her books gets made into a movie. I loved the book because as an author, I could relate to it. I could put myself in her shoes and fathom what I would go through if my novels are out there and I was recommended to read my own writing.
*Shabnam Minwalla: For a detective spin*
In case you haven't met Los Angeles-based detective Harry Bosch, this summer is the perfect time to make his acquaintance. The sometimes abrasive, always determined LAPD homicide cop solved his first fictional crime all the way back in 1992. Along the way he acquired a daughter, a bunch of powerful enemies and a reputation for being pig-headed and fearless.
In the 2016 novel, The Wrong Side of Goodbye (Little, Brown and Company) by Michael Connelly, Bosch has finally retired from the police force and is working as a private investigator. That is when a California billionaire employs him to find out what happened to his pregnant Mexican sweetheart, many decades ago. Bosch does what he does best — untangle a skein of lies and complications. While Connelly does what he does best — conjure up the crazy, golden City of Angels.
*Roopa Rai: For aâÂÂÂÂÂÂtrip down south*
As a writer, I have learnt to question historical "facts" the way they are presented to us. For, history is only one version of the truth, which is often that of the victor's. The Indian history taught in our schools is so skewed towards the north — where one chapter wraps up all South Indian kingdoms — that it was a refreshing change to lay my hands on Charles Allen's Coromandel: A Personal History of South India (Little, Brown). A scholarly and well-researched account of the south, right from pre-historic times and up until the present, Allen makes it his business to present the latest studies on, for instance, where the Aryans came from and in what ways they may have impacted the south. Despite the serious nature of the book, he has written it in such an engaging manner that you get sucked into the story
instantly. Far from being a cultural and political backwater, the south is presented as the vibrant and intellectual society that it has always been.
*Jerry Pinto: For time travel*
Smritichitre: the memoirs of a spirited wife by Lakshmibai Tilak, translated by Shanta Gokhale (Speaking Tiger) is a wonderful read, evoking another time and another era; but most of all for the character of Lakshmibai who comes across as strong and feisty and trying desperately to love and understand her husband, Mr Tilak, as he searches for his own version of truth.
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*New Delhi:* With summer comes melting makeup, smeared eyeliner, and super-sticky hair hence it is important to give proper hydration and relaxation to your skin and hair to be easy breezy as the temperature soars up. Sushma Khan, National Creative Director-Makeup, Lakmé Salon and TIGI Educator Audrey D'Souza have listed the summer switch that must be made your regime to make your makeup last long and hair stay strong.
*For make-up*
· Go light: Through the summer 'less is more' should be your mantra. The lesser the products you use, the lighter your skin will feel and make-up will not feel heavy. The summer is known to make your skin sweaty and layering more make-up on the face will add to it. Hence, it is highly recommended to use products with anti-bacterial properties. Replace your foundation with a concealer to hide imperfections and feel light. Products with SPF of 30++ at least are a must. BB Creams are also a great option as it is an emulation of moisturizer and tinted foundation. Use more of light water-based products to make it feel light during summer, heat and sweating. Cut down your make up products to less than half and use the bare minimum.
· Multitask with your makeup : Invest in a product that does it all - for the lips, lids, and cheeks. It would cut down your routine to half and help keep your bag light. Simply choose from a range of summery bright or light lip and cheek tints as it will add a healthy glow with minimalistic colour.
· Switch to waterproof: Invest in waterproof eyelines, mascaras and eye pencils. With the temperatures rising high, one tends to rub and wipe of the face regularly. This might, at times, end up in either smudging or fading. Choose between a highly or lightly pigmented waterproof eye products so that the look is as fresh as it was in the morning.
*For hair:*
· Cocktail of products: Prepare your hair using a cocktail of smoothening and anti-frizz serums to smoothen your hair and get rid of any frizz at the same time.
· Shortcut to volume: Wash and condition your hair with a volumizing shampoo and conditioner to combat the limp and sticky hair. Prep your hair with volumizing lotion before the blow dry to give your hair volume for days. Brush backwards and say hello to 3x more volume!
· Beach waves for days: Boho-inspired beachy waves are the ultimate summer hair-do. Apply curling mousse on wet hair and scrunch it up in a bun. Use tongs to achieve the wavy look. You can also opt for dry shampoos to fight the stickiness on your third hair days. It also adds to the beachy texture.
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It's 12 noon by the time we reach our last stop at Kings Circle. We've already met Chickoo at Eros Cinema, Hole near Sterling Cinema and Captain at Shivaji Park. However, 15-year-old Periappa, the veteran dada, can't be traced at his usual spot near Anand Bhavan. Abodh Aras, CEO, The Welfare of Stray Dogs, is confident he'll find one of the stars of his new e-book, My City, My Dogs (Pratham). "He's usually snoozing outside one of the eateries that feed him," he chuckles. As predicted, we spot Periappa relaxing under the shade of a tree beside a second-hand bookseller at the buzzing junction.
Animal activist Aras shares nine warm stories about Mumbai's strays in his picture-cum-storybook. Photographs by Hashim Badani and illustrations by Sumedha Sah add insight and perspective to their daily life. Despite the city's backdrop, the universality of their stories is sure to resonate with readers in other cities.
A woof-woof situation, overall.
*Log on to: storyweaver.org.in/stories/27450-my-city-my-dogs to download the book and read it for free*
*Periappa, 15 years*
The doughty veteran eats at three different restaurants and loves to snooze when he's done!
*Captain, 10 years*
This one-eyed hero loves watching cricket matches at Shivaji Park, and running marathons
*Hole, 12 years*
He was rescued as a puppy from a rat hole by the manager of a church near Sterling. The frisky canine can be spotted greeting moviegoers by the steps of the cinema or the pavement
*Chickoo, 10 years*
He's friendly and his pals, the security guards at Eros, have even made him a poncho that he uses on chilly nights
*Other Stars*
*Traffic*
He would assist traffic cops at the Fountain junction
*Kali*
This black stray was the darling at Eros building
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What is summer without show-stopping outfits? Instead of opting for the staple shorts and crop top look, give your fashion a stylish edge. Take on Summer 2018 in a more fun and fashionable way. Here are the topmost summer outfit ideas that are sure to give you a sizzling look fit for the soaring summer temperature.
*Summer Dresses*
Dresses remain the go-to clothing item for summer. During sunny days you just want to be able to move freely and explore to your heart’s content. You can choose a tunic dress for a lazy afternoon brunch, for an evening party opt for a maxi. You could also opt for a shirt dress as they are more breezy and soothing to the eye.
*Funky Jumpsuits*
It goes without saying, a women's jumpsuit is a must-have during summers. This piece of clothing needs no effort, regardless of whether you wish to put forth a glamorous look or a casual one. To keep up with the sun go for a jumpsuit that is bright, floral and has a summary vibe to it.
*Ditch those pants for Palazzos!*
Palazzos, were specially made for summer! Wear them in the summers and you won't regret it. It will remain your go-to trousers for everything from a brunch to a lazy evening by the pool. Opt for light-colored palazzos, the best option for a hot summer’s day.
*Statement Sleeves are your go-to fashion fix!*
And it’s here to stay for a while, it's you added them in your wardrobe as well. From ruffle to off-shoulders, these are simply wow with their breezy, laidback looks Pair them with skirts and pants, and there’s nothing to stop you from flaunting that fun summertime vibe.
*Smokin' Hot Skirts*
Ditch those jeans this summer. Opt for an ankle or full-length skirt with a slit or two that will give your look a stylish edge. Team it up with either bright or monochrome and sleeve-lace tops and statement jewellery
Now that you know the unique styles that will give your summer look a fashionable upgrade, it’s time you got your outfits in order.
*Also Read: From Florals To Fringes: Welcome Summer With These Latest Fashion Trends*
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All the shoe trends aside, this latest trend of combining some of the best foods with shoes -- making it one of the most innovative fashion statements ever! Here's a list of four greatest partnerships between food chains and sneaker manufacturers within the last year
*1. Saucony and Dunkin' Donuts*
With the Boston Marathon fast approaching, scheduled to be held on April 16, the popular coffee and doughnut house's has joined forces with Saucony to create a limited edition design that looks like sprinkles falling off a strawberry doughnut. Available for both men and women, expect to see the coffeehouse's tagline 'America runs on Dunkin' becoming a reality.
*2. The Shoe Surgeon and Pizza Hut*
Pizza Hut took innovative designing to a whole new level with the 'Pie Tops II', a sneaker that will take over the pizza ordering for you. In 2017, the company collaborated with Dominic Chambrone, a.k.a. The Shoe Surgeon, to come up with the first-ever basketball shoes that could order a pizza by pressing a button on its tongue. Just 50 pairs went up for sale, available in a red and wheat colour combo. The shoe includes a feature to pause live TV via a button on the other shoe.
*3. Nike and Momofuku*
Nike's skateboarding team, last year, collaborated with Momofuku's star chef, David Chang, who is well known for his affinity for the athletic giant, on the Nike SB Dunk High Pro 'Momofuku'. Released in limited quantities last summer, the high top sneaker features a dark grey tone, resembling the colour of the aprons worn by the Momofuku staff, with the restaurant's signature peach logo.
*4. Ewing Athletics and Mikey Likes It Ice Cream*
NBA legend Patrick Ewing's sneaker brand, Ewing Athletics, in cahoots with the ice cream company came up with the Ewing Athletics x Mikey Likes It Ice Cream 33 Hi in August, last year. Featuring Mikey¿s signature royal blue hue, the shoe also had a metal touch to it, a hint to the stainless steel ice cream scoopers used by the store. It also features a translucent outsole, which, according to Ewing Athletics were designed to convey Mikey's "social consciousness defined by keeping all communication between them and others as transparent as glass."
*(With inputs from ANI)*
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A hot and humid climate is not your make-up's best friend. To prevent it from melting and make it last longer, stay away from liquid or cream bronzers and invest in good powder eyeshadows, suggest experts.
Director Sergio G. Sanchez loved working with actor George Mackay on Marrowbone, and says he is committed to his work. Marrowbone marks the directorial debut of Sanchez, who has worked on "The Orphanage" and "The Impossible" as a writer. The Lionsgate horror thriller film follows the life of four siblings who seek refuge in their old family home after death of their mother. Within the house, they discover that a far more sinister inhabitant also stalks the halls and rooms of the house.
Singer Kelis has accused her former husband and hip-hop artiste Nas of mentally and physically abusing her during their marriage. The former couple got married in 2005 and divorced in 2010. The Milkshake singer has said she made the decision to leave him while she was pregnant with their now-eight-year-old son, Knight, because she didn't want to bring her child into the alleged abusive environment, reports aceshowbiz.com.