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Monthly Archives: April 2010
Anantaa Spa Salon
Ayesha Julka launched the second branch of her "Anantaa" spa salon in Andheri over a lavish get together. The world today is stuffed with fast forward and automated lifestyle punching high pressure jobs, it become increasingly important to create work life balance which not only promotes good health but also helps in elevating look and feel good factor.
Providing healthier life style to global citizen Anantaa revitalizes the senses, unwind the stress and reenergize the body. Helps you rejuvenate, refresh and feel reborn enriching your life with the
everlasting wealth called health. The nail bar is prominent feature at the Spa.
At the launch event, guests poured in throughout the day and continued till late evening Ayesha welcomed all in a ravishing lemon coloured chiffon sari. Aditya Pancholi was the first to walk in followed by Rukshaar and Mansi Roy and Rohit Roy and others. All loved the spa and promised to be back for the lovely ambience and Services.
Mineral Make Up by Faces
Faces mineral makeup is designed for discerning, well-informed makeup wearers, for whom maintaining a healthy, natural condition of the skin is as important as wearing the right colour for the right occasion.
The Minerals Eye Shadow has three coordinated shades that work individually or together and is vitamin-E enriched providing uniform and long-stay coverage for gorgeous-looking eyes. With light, easy blend formula made from natural powders and Color coordinated combination of three shades its anti aging properties, stimulates micro circulation giving the eyes luminescent. It also prevents allergic reactions. 
Loose powder from mineral range has innovative dual foundation-plus powder-formulation and offers protection from harmful UV radiation. Vitamin-E, triglycerides and mica imparts a silky, irresistible touch to the skin. It comes with a unique, spill-proof, easy-to-use applicator and is available in 4 shades suited for all skin types.
Faces Mineral Eye Shadow -Rs. 599.
Mineral Range Loose Powder – Rs 499
Parris is Perfect
This season, Louisa Parris offers another flirty wink to artist Piet Mondrian, adding his signature bold blocks of color to her gorgeous gowns. Parris’ characteristic soft silhouettes float effortlessly upon the slightest movement. Each gown deserves a special evening out, yet who would deny the temptation to slip on her yards of silk charmeuse, crepe, satin and tulle to lounge about – purrr.
As much as I would love to exercise sharp, editorial focus and choose one or two favorites to share, I simply cannot. I can, however, tell you that I’m obsessed with kaftans at the moment, and Parris’s glam kaftan- like gown, Pauline, seems perfect for a sunset garden party at a winery in Napa this summer. Or, one could take cue from San Francisco’s lovely Anja Manuel and select a Parris original (like the “Louise”) to wear to an opening night gala.
For the non-conformist who plans to attend the Black & White Ball (or any upcoming party with the same theme) – the Susanna, with a peek of color, is calling you. If a serene, neutral palette is your preference, then Trilby is, almost literally, sheer perfection.
A fashion design and marketing graduate from London’s prestigious Central Saint Martins, Louisa Parris was honored with their Women’s Wear Collection Award. She emerged again as a distinguished designer in 2008, receiving the Gen Art Styles International Design Award for Eveningwear. Parris recently launched her 2010 spring/summer collection and freelances as a designer for projects in the U.S. and the U.K. www.louisaparris.com
Posted by : Edith Barker at 04:25 AM
Edith Barker & Pollyana Patel quickly became friends after meeting in Bangalore, India. Edith has a dual career in psychotherapy and fashion public relations; Pollyana is an image consultant, model, and the brand ambassador for Ritu & Rochana. They currently have two projects in development under Barker & Patel, and have agreed to join the FashionFad team to share their travels, experiences and musings.
Revised Dates
The IPLFW announces it revised dates and designer list for the fashion week. The week which was to be held from 9th April to 14th April and somehow had to be postponed because of non receipt of Visa by 16 out of 40 designers, is now restructured and will be held from 10th May to 12th May at a prestigious location of central London The Bloomsbury Ballroom.
Designer Narendra Kumar will do the inauguration show, Neeta Lulla will do the first day’s finale and Rocky S will be doing the grand finale on 12th evening. A total of 32 designers will be participating in this one of its kind event which includes important and note worthy names from the designer fraternity.
List of participating designers is as follows:
| DESIGNER NAME |
| AMIT TALWAR |
| ANJALI SHARMA |
| ANJANA BHARGAV |
| ARJUN AGARWAL |
| ARNAB SEN GUPTA |
| ARSHI JAMAL |
| ARTI VIJAY GUPTA |
| ASLAM KHAN |
| ANKITA CHOWDHARY |
| BARKHA & SONZAL |
| GAYATRI KHANNA |
| JAYA MISHRA |
| JYOTI SHARMA |
| LINA TIPNIS |
| MOHIT |
| NARENDRA KUMAR |
| NEETA LULLA |
| PALLAVI GOENKA |
| PRIYANKA KAKKAR |
| PUJA RAJVANSHI |
| RIDDHI |
| RAHUL ANAND & ANOUSHKA LAUL |
| RAMAN VIJ |
| REHANNE |
| ROCKY S |
| SAAK 9 (BY SAKSHI SARAF) |
| SHWETA CHAWCHARIA |
| SULAKSHANA MONGA |
| SWAPNIL SHINDE |
| TIMSY KAMBOJ |
| VIRTUES (BY ASHISH, VIRAL & VIKRANT) |
Couture Van Heusen
The very first couture line created under the Couture Van Heusen label has been designed by India’s leading youth-fashion designer duo, Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna. These two stellar designers have been involved in creating an exuberant range of contemporary men’s fashion wear.
Sophisticated and at the same time, high on glamour and poise, this range, which brings about an eclectic finesse linked to the theme of ‘hyper nature’, was showcased at the grand finale of the Van Heusen India Men’s week 2009.
Van Heusen initiated the concept of an exclusive Men’s fashion week and got it off the ground in 2009. Van Heusen is a premium lifestyle brand for men and its core area of strength is its formal wear range. The brand embodies corporate fashion and reflects the current expression of elegance in today’s context.
Speaking on the occasion Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna commented, “Van Heusen has undoubtedly provided a great platform for designers in India. The Van Heusen India Men’s week is now one of the biggest shows in India for menswear. We are thrilled to be a part of the label, Couture Van Heusen, and to be an integral player in bringing fashion from the runways to the boardrooms.”
Shital Mehta, COO, Van Heusen India said, “Couture van Heusen is a big move for the brand. The first step we took into the realm of high fashion was the immensely successful Van Heusen India Men’s week, which took the brand to a much bigger platform. Couture Van Heusen, in more ways than one is the result of the fashion week. Couture Van Heusen will showcase new lines from designers who will push corporate fashion to greater heights.”
Spring at Study by Janak
Designer Sunil Mehra unveiled Spring Summer 2010 collection at his Study By Janak store, the line is inspired by the theme Shringaar- the decoration of soul and speaks of the love, purity and eternity between Radha and Krishna.
The all menswear collection consists of formal wear, fusion wear and ethnic wear and has been divided into two sequences. The White Collection stands for purity and celebrates tranperancy and serenity in short and long kurtas paired with linen trousers, pyjamas, dhotis, churidars and patialas. With perfect blend and amalgamation of detailing and cuts in fabrics like silk, linen, matka silk, blended fabrics etc.
The next sequence called the Anand collection is based on colours like peacock blue, turquoise, beige, brown and natural shades. The range comprises of kurta-pyjama, trousers, waistcoats, suits and formal wear. The formalwear is in slim fits with Nehru collar and feather weight suits, apt for summer.
The usp of Sunil’s design and his brand Study By Janak lies in his use of natural fabric and his signature Krishna motifs. And the clothes in this collection throb with righteousness and satisfies our search for moksha to a certain extent.
Canali
The Spring-Summer collection 2010 reflects modern man’s different lifestyles even more closely, presenting soft, elegant creations that are permeated by fine tailoring, produced with care, skill and mastery gained over 75 years’ experience, and featuring the intrinsic value of the noblest, lightest fabrics, in which the informality of separate jackets and trousers wins the day.
Hot new styles for summer include refreshing whites. Pure white cotton shirts with different collar styles are for a hot pick this season.
This summer the pure piquet cotton blouson, Stretch soft cotton trousers, slim fit jacquard pure cotton shirt with loop and button, will reign the wardrobe of the uber stylish man.
City line suits, created for a young, modern public and featuring streamlined volumes, lean silhouettes, fitted waists, and trousers strictly without pleats. Canali Linen canvas hand bags are perfect for summer cool feel.
fashionfad’s fashion feed on Diandra Soares Canali Estee lauder Sushmita Sen and more…
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Diandra Soares
Proud and confident, she is a leo with highly attractive looks and an awesome body. As leo’s go, she likes attention and is bold and dramatic. Having been an ardent part of the Indian fashion industry for over 13 years she was crowned Miss Bombay in 1995 and is known for her work both on and off the ramp. Over the years being a part of every fashion week and walked the ramp for every designer she was recently in the news over her second attempt of going completely bald. She had first gone for this look over ten years ago and then in January, in Goa talking about her bald look, she again went under the razor for a nice and shiny head. Meet Diandra Soares, one of the pillars of the Indian fashion scene.
Family and Academics…
Oh well I’m from Bombay through and through. I was born and brought up here, did my schooling and then went to St. Xaviers right here. I have a brother and a younger sister.
Parent’s reaction to your choice of modeling as a career…
I started modeling at the age of 16. At that point of time neither my parents nor did I consider this as a serious career maneuver. However as I worked and moved forward they were extremely supportive towards what I did.
First modeling assignment…
My first assignment was a commercial for Tips and Toes. It was a lipstick and nail polish brand at that time in the country.
Greatest achievement till date…
I don’t know. Honestly I don’t really pinpoint to something particular to be my greatest achievement. I come from a non modeling family; no one in the past has ever even been remotely related to modeling. I think that in this life, having done what I have done is an achievement in itself.
Idea of an ideal date
Well I’m not exactly a dating kind of person. So not any particular scenario in mind.
When not modeling what are you most likely to be found doing…
I love spending my time doing yoga and working out. I also like to read and watch movies in my free time. I also have a passion for cooking !!
Essentials for a model to climb the ladder of success…
- Personality
- Attitude
- Versatility
- Great body
- Height
Views on Indian vs. Western models…
Honestly, India has had a tendency of copying the west. There came a time when models even started aping the anorexic trend of the western ramp. It was a frightening sight to see such thin models. I would say that all the models that have become famous over the years and have sustained themselves are because of a different personality that they have. Every model whether Indian or western who’s has been on the top is because of a personal style and personality they bring with themselves to the ramp; which it seems is missing in the newer generation.
Some small snippet about the industry…
Well one thing that a model must learn to accept is that you will never be considered perfect. Everyone will have different views, some will like you for your looks, some will not. One must learn to take it all in their stride and be secure within. Only the strong survive the industry.
Quick snippets 
FAVORITE FOOD: Tandoori chicken
FAVORITE PERFUME: Pleasure by Estee Lauder
FAVORITE LINGERIE BRAND: La Senza
FAVORITE DESIGNER: Malani Ramani, Rohit bahl, James Ferrara
FAVORITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION: Goa
FAVOURITE MUSIC: House and hip hop
YOUR PIECE OF ADVICE FOR UPCOMING MODELS: Know your positives and negatives. Enhance your positives and work on your negatives.
