Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013 Trends

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TREND REPORT @ Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013

This fall fashion goes beyond clothing

Amazonian Skin Tones & Sculpted look

The models at LFW WF 2013 looked to accentuate the rich and bronze color of Indian Skin. The use of bronze and peach blushes allowed the models to have an earthy glow.  To avail this healthy glow, Lakmé Salon offers a Chocolicious Masque and a Perfect Radiance Facial to rejuvenate your skin and prep it for a dry winter. The youth Infinity facial further accentuates the sculpted look.

A Dab of Glitter 

This season, the nails trended with a dab of glitter on them. The use of matt colors and dull shades were brought to life with a variety of glitter shades either sprinkled on randomly or carefully painted on the top or bottom half of the nail. This is a definite keeper for the coming festive season.  When you head down to the Lakmé Salon avail their Nail Art service and give your nails the look of the season.

Colors: Black & Gold

With summer at a close, Winter Festive reflected the regal and sophistication of black and Gold. Perfect for grand occasions, festivals, weddings and celebrations, one can never go wrong with these colors. Designers like Nikhil Thampi, Vikram Phadnis, Rocky S and even Sabyasachi Mukherjee displayed an array of ways black and Gold can complement you this season.

Sleek, Tamed & Pull back

In winter, one’s hair can get dry and extremely frizzy with the lack of natural oils to keep it nourished. LFW WF trended sleek, and pulled back hairdos that held the sophistication and health of the hair. Lakmé Salon offers Miracle oil or Morrocon Oil treatments which removes the frizz and dryness and allows the hair to shine through.

Day & Night Eyes 

An Indian woman’s eye makeup is imperative to her overall look and this LFW WF season is all about giving your eyes the right look at the right time. Accentuating one’s eyes at night with smoky and dark eye shadows while keeping a neutral or natural look during the day can really add to the diversity of eye makeup you choose to explore.

Day & Night Lips

Similar to the trends on eyes, the Lips are inversely complimenting to the eye makeup. This season the use of bright matt red lipsticks or neutral matt lipstick tones are in check. By day, give your lips a luscious red matt finish to compliment the neutral eye makeup. By night, neutralize the lips to give focus to the eyes. After all opposites attract!

Streak a Pose

You would expect the talk of color to be associated with the wardrobe; this Lakmé Fashion Week however took color all over. With Colorful Hair extensions clipped to sleak, chic and pulled back hairdos, braids and ponytails, it gave the models a funky yet sophisticated look. To avail this look Lakmé Salon offers hair extensions in a variety of new shades

Elle 18 announces the stylish new range of make-up products

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Look your best, at all times‎ with Elle 18!

Elle 18 announces the stylish new range of make-up products

Be dramatic and cool. Stand out and get noticed with Elle 18’s all new make-up range. For the first time ever, this iconic youth brand launches an entire range from glamorous lip balms, eyeliners to face-make up, making it the perfect pick for trend setters around the country.  Elle 18’s new range is sure to be ‘the go to’ beauty mantra for all young fashionistas.

The fashionable new range comprises of a Glow Foundation, Glow Compact, Colour pop liners and a Juicy Lip balm that gives young divas the power to shed their inhibitions and look their gorgeous best.

Now make every day at college memorable by heightening the drama quotient in your beauty regime with juicy lips, flawless glowing face and a pop of color on the eyes only with Elle 18.

The ever stylish youth icon, Anushka Sharma, is the brand ambassador for the brand.

The hot new collection comprises of:-

The Juicy Lip Balm

A lip balm is the quintessential beauty must have for the young woman of today.  The Elle 18 Juicy Balm is a non-sticky balm with Vitamin E, Olive, oil and Jojoba oil to ensure nourishing, soft and smooth lips.  The juicy lip balm is the perfect combination of colour and care to ensure you have lip smacking pouts always.

Price: Rs. 110 (9 ml)

Shades: Pink, Red, Mauve, Berry, Beige and Peach

The Glow Foundation

An every-day silky delicate texture foundation with SPF 8 and fragments of a gentle moisturizer that blends into your  skin to give a bright radiant finish and is available in 4 shades. The glow foundation is your instant beauty fix right before your class presentation, college fest or even a simple party in the evening.

Price: Rs. 150 (30 ml)

Shades: Pearl, Coral, Marble and Shell

The Glow Compact

The Matte Compact is slim and easy to carry and it smoothens and moisturizes the skin at the same time protecting it from pollution. Whether it’s a party you are excited to go to or the college fest you want to be part of, the Glow Compact gives you that extra ‘oomph’ to dazzle everyone with your radiance.

Price: Rs. 150 (9 gm)

Shades: Pearl, Coral, Marble and Shell

The Elle 18 Colour Pop Liner

Four new exciting shades have been added to the Colour Pop range to ensure that you never face a dull day in college. Brighten your eyes with these magnificent tones and wink your way to an A on your next assignment.

Price: Rs. 75 (5 ml)

Shades: Green, Brown, Grey and Blue

Be it a date with the new boy in class or the start of a fresh year; prepare your college kitty with the new Elle 18 product range to ensure you are at your gorgeous best every moment of your life!

Commenting on the launch Arun Srinivas, Vice President, Skincare and Makeup at Hindustan Unilever Limited said, “Elle 18 as a brand has constantly re-invented its style and beauty mantra to cater to the changing taste of the Indian youth.  With the launch of this new range, Elle 18 now completes the vanity case every young Indian girl would love to possess.”

Are you excited about trying anything from this new Elle 18 launches ?

Romwe Leggings Giveaway – 2 winners

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Romwe Leggings Giveaway – 2 winners

I am back with a small giveaway..this time international..Romwe has come up with new super hero leggings..well I feel they have a new design practically everyday !

Here is a chance for 2 of you to win Romwe Leggings..

What you need to do:

1. You need to follow blog through GFC, Bloglovin and subscribe to email updates HERE
2. Register on Romwe: http://www.romwe.com/index.php?main_page=login
3. Like Romwe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Romwe.Fashion
4. Follow Romwe on tumblr: http://romwe.tumblr.com/

The contest starts right now and goes on for 10 days and ends on 3rd October, 2013.

Leave your name, email id, Tumblr, Facebook, mail id through which registered on Romwe and Bloglovin, etc in the comments below..

Good Luck 🙂

P.S: I just noticed this is my 1200th post 😀

New Maybelline 12H Colossal Kajal Review, Swatches

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New Maybelline 12H Colossal Kajal Review, Swatches
I had reviewed the Maybelline Colossal Kajal previously HERE. Now they have relaunched it in a darker and more long staying form..the previous one claimed 6 hours of wear and this one claims 12 hours..

Read on to know how it fares..

What the Company claims:

MRP: Rs.175/- for 0.35g

The packaging is the same..the same yellow swivel up mechanical pencil. Its nice, rich black and easy to apply..does not tug or pull.

Thats the whole qty

I did not like the previous one much..as it did not stay longer on my watery eyes..in fact no kohl stays longer than 2-3 hours on me..

But but this one did ! For almost 5-6 hours which is a very good thing considering my watery eyes. But it does smudge a little more than the previous one..that did not spread around giving raccoon eyes..this one does at times..

Here is the swatch..

L: Swatch R: After smudging

And on eyes..

Before, After

Pros:

1. Its nice dark black.
2. Glides on nicely..no tugging or pulling.
3. Reasonably priced.
4. Stays for 5-6 hours on my watery eyes ! Thats a long time for me 😀
5. It does not go away completely leaving your eyes bare..and there is always a hint of it till the time you remove it.
6. Does not smear much..the swatch did not budge from the hand.

Cons:

1. Claim of 12 hours..I am not really sure about.
2. No Ingredients mentioned.
3. Does give raccoon eyes at times..especially when eyes watery.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I am pretty impressed by the staying power of this..much better than the previous one..

Have you tried the new 12 hour Maybelline Colossal Kajal ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

OOTD: Illusive Hour-glass Paneled Dress

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OOTD: Illusive Hour-glass Paneled Dress

I am back with an OOTD 😀 This time its a dress with an illusive hourglass panel..the black on the sides in such dresses give a nice flattering shape to the body and make you look slimmer giving an hourglass figure effect. It can be black, navy blue or any deep color..

As you can see how it is giving that curve to the body..

I have paired it with a statement necklace that steals the show..I love how it changes the whole look and takes it from simple to glam..

And black ankle strap heels..and a silver cuff and a gold and black entwined bracelet.

Dress: Iknowstudio
Heels: Shown HERE, HERE and HERE
Necklace: ShinyStuds
Cuff: Romwe
Bracelet: Globus

I hope you liked it..do let me know in the comments below 🙂

MUA Undress Me Too Palette Review, Swatches

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MUA Undress Me Too Palette Review, Swatches

So just as Urban Decay came up with Naked 2 after Naked 1 Palette..MUA came up with Naked 2 Dupe too..after the Heaven and Earth, being the Naked 1 dupe 😀

Yes..Undress Me Too Palette is Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Dupe..and a much affordable dupe 🙂

What the Company claims: The Undress Me Too Palette embraces this season’s fresh-faced look and urges you to strip back and go nude! Made up of 12 warm and timeless shades, this palette will suit all skin tones and any occasion.

The pearlescent flesh-toned finish of Shades Naked, Devotion and Shy are perfect for highlighting the eyes, while the shimmering bronze hues of Shades Fiery, Lavish and Dreamy give a sultry effect. There are even smouldering contour tones in Shades Tranquil, Exposed and Wink so that you can transform your minimalist day look into a sexy smokey eye in an instant.

Featuring a shade range that runs from the palest champagne to the grittiest gunmetal grey, this isn’t just ‘shades of beige. Each shadow has a distinct look that works for everyone.

It has a mini master class on the backside..to use which shade where with instructions.

MRP: £4.00 (Approx Rs.400/-)

It comes in their standard packaging with a clear plastic top and one sponge tip applicator..has 12 shades..this time they have named the shades..instead of the numbers always..

Basically these are cool toned neutrals..and a mix of matte and satin shadows..

1st row:

Naked: Matte Beige..almost invisible on the skin
Devotion: Light Gold
Shy: Light Silver
Fiery: Copper
Lavish: Matte Taupe
Dreamy: Bronze Brown

2nd row:

Tranquil: Cool toned old gold
Exposed: Light silver grey
Reveal: Cool toned silver
Wink: Bronze with purple undertones
Obsessed: Purply Chocolate brown
Corrupt: Matte black..very dry in texture..

Pros:

1. Super economical.
2. Perfect cool toned neutrals.
3. Great for everyday wear and work wear.
4. Mix of satin and matte.
5. Shades complement each other well.
6. Decent pigmentation..especially of the satin finish.
7. Stays for 5-6 hours and longer with a primer.
8. Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Dupe..at a much lesser price !

Cons:

1. Matte shades are dry and not that pigmented.
2. Availability is an issue..needs to be ordered online.

Overall I love the shades..and the combination..its a nice everyday use palette..Highly recommend.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Urban Decay Naked 2 Dupe: MUA Undress Me Too Palette yet ?

Garnier BB Cream Review, Swatches

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Garnier BB Cream Review, Swatches and Comparision with Maybelline BB Cream

I know this is quite an outdated review for many of you..I am very late..but nonetheless..better late than never..

What the Company claims:

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.99/- for 18g, Rs.199/- for 40g

It comes in a small tube packaging..thats almost the size of your palm..quite similar to the Maybelline BB Cream..has the same small nozzle type dispensor..
Unfortunately Garnier one comes in only one shade..does suit me well..and anyone around NC 35-40 should not have much of a problem..above that, it might be a little lighter..but I guess it would blend up well.

Its light in texture as claimed and is moisturising too (but dry skin would need added moisture)..has SPF 24 UVA/UVB protection..covers up redness and evens skin tone..medium coverage..and stays for 3-4 hours after which it starts getting shiny and needs touch up.

Compared to the Maybelline BB Cream in Nude,

Maybelline comes in 3 shades (that have yellow undertones) and Garnier has one shade (might be lighter for people above NC 40)..Maybelline has SPF 21 and Garnier has SPF 24, Maybelline is more creamier and works better for dry skin, Garnier would work more for oily skin, Coverage wise Maybelline offers a tad bit more coverage.

T-B: Garnier BB, Maybelline BB in Nude

I loved using this and it was a staple until I found my love..another BB Cream..would review soon..

I do recommend this for oily combination skin and who do not need much coverage..its handy, economical and works well.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I do like it..but as I said I have found my love and I think I would stick to that..wait up for that 😀

Have you tried the Garnier BB Cream? Which do you prefer: Garnier or Maybelline ?

Auravedic Sandal Turmeric Skin Polish, Pure Aloe Vera Gel Review

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Auravedic Pure Lightening Skin Polish with Sandal Turmeric, Pure Aloe Vera Gel with Green Tea & Pomegranate Review
These reviews have been long long pending..really sorry for that.What the Company claims: Auravedic Pure Lightening Skin Polish with Sandal Turmeric is a delicious skin polish that fortifies the skin with fruit acids and essential vitamins. Buff away dead cells to unveil smooth, supple and bright skin.

Turmeric blended with red sandal and jojoba beads helps improve overall skin with age spots, hyper pigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun discoloration.

(Suitable for all skin types .Specially beneficial for pigmented and uneven skins.)

Ingredients:

Directions: Scoop on to fingertips and gently massage over moist skin. Leave polish on skin for a few minutes before gently wiping it off with a cotton ball. Can wash off if required

MRP: Rs.300/- for 100g & Rs.180/- for 50g

It comes in a plastic jar packaging..with a cap in between..is light berry in color..and more of a creamy scrub..the particles are not that abrasive..

How I use it, is like a normal scrub..massage on moist face..leave it for about 5 minutes and then wash off..

I like the fact that it works as a scrub cum pack..and has sandal and turmeric as main ingredients which are known for cooling and brightening the skin..and turmeric is also anti bacterial making it good for acne prone skin..I would only suggest to massage very lightly if you have fresh acne..

No SLS, no parabens..and made of herbal ingredients..its quite good..skin feels smooth and brightened..though the glow lasts for a day or two..

I feel it should have been priced a little lower..and availability is also an issue with Auravedic..see where all its available HERE

Also available online on various sites..and that too on a discount..if you are an online shopper.

Auravedic Pure Aloe Vera Gel with Green Tea & Pomegranate

What the Company claims: Made from 100% Pure Aloe Vera Gel, with out all the chemicals! This pure aloe is an instant One of nature’s most effective skin conditioners, aloe soothes and hydrates dry, rough & sun burned skin on contact.

Apply regularly and generously to skin to soothe minor burns, sun burns, cuts, bug bites and stings. Ideal for use as a daily moisturizer, hair styling gel and shaving gel.
Come experience 100% purity with Auravedic.

MRP: Rs.225/- for 100g

Ingredients: Aloe Vera extracts, green tea, pomegranate oil, tea germ oil, avocado oil, avocado oil, olive oil, grape seed oil and lemon oil.

It comes in a small plastic jar with a white lid in between to separate…and is off white gel like in texture and smells a mix of aloevera and lemon oil..

Aloe Vera gel is very handy and a must have..super cooling, works as a toner, cools your skin in summers, helps post waxing or sun burns, rashes, cuts, also on nails to moisturise and strengthen them, etc.

This one has added pure essential oils ands smells good too..I just use it as a moisturiser at times when I do not want anything heavy on the face..

This absorbs quick and does not settle like a slick layer..and also works post waxing or threading to soothe the skin.

They also recommend using it as hair styling or shaving gel..quite a multi tasker this is..plus all natural…with no added preservatives or chemicals..

I highly recommend keeping one of this at home..for not only yourself..can be used by everyone.

Auravedic Pure Lightening Skin Polish with Sandal Turmeric Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money : 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Auravedic Pure Aloe Vera Gel with Green Tea & Pomegranate Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money : 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Auravedic Skin Polish or AloeVera Gel ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

The Mumbai Bride Diaries: Engagement Jewellery and Shoes

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The Mumbai Bride Diaries: Engagement Jewellery and Shoes
Check out my previous post to see my outfit HERE and the mehendi and manicure,pedicure post HERE.

Today I am talking about jewellery and shoes.. Coming to the jewellery,what all can be worn as a part of jewellery:

1. Set consisting of necklace and earrings: A basic set which complements the outfit..you can go heavy or light depending on your preference..I wanted something light..and a maang tikka can also form a part of the set.

2. Matching Set of Bangles: You can either go for kadas if you do not want to wear whole set of bangles..or a set of bangles..any shop stocking bangles would customise it according to your outfit..you can ofcourse make changes in it as per your liking.

3. Kamar patta or Waist Belt: I wanted to add one..but did not find anything appropriate so skipped it..you can definitely wear it if you find something good..that works well with your outfit too.

4. Latkans : These days the latkans are quite in..ya the same ones which we have in our anarkalis and blouses on the back..we can also wear them on the sides of the waist across the saris or lehengas..you can combine a few different ones and mix and match.

5. Baju Band or Armlet : One can also add baju band on the upper arm..especially if your outfit is sleeveless or has very short sleeves..looks pretty..

6. Payal or Anklets: Kundan payal looks great and would match most of the Indian outfits..you can find so many designs of it these days.

I wore a simple gold set with some silver accents and diamonds in between and blue droppings and only the earrings..skipped the maang tikka as I wanted a light look..one can always add a maang tikka too.

Matching set of bangles to the outfit.

Stiff Kundan Payal..they have this oblong shape..and have a key lock..

Shoes : I chose these Catwalk shoes with gold motifs and pearl and diamonds on the front..same shoes were available in 2 inches more heel but with a broader band at the front..I needed heels coz fiancee is 6’3” :/ And I did buy those, somehow the transaction failed and since it was only one pair left, it was showing Out of Stock then..and later when I checked I guess it was already sold out..though I liked this smaller band more..but heels also were less in these..nonetheless I felt they looked perfect with the outfit..I bought these online from Jabong.

Places to shop for..I knew which is the best place in my area for the jewellery and bangles and so was found it there..so I checked out many shops for the set and did not like it much anywhere or did not find something that would compliment the outfit well..I would suggest first checking out your local famous shops, then online and also compare prices..I liked a few on Homeshop18, Craftsvilla, etc..But checking out and trying personally is what is recommended..

In Mumbai..you can check out Magic Mirror in Matunga and Santacruz, Sia outlets, shops in Bhuleshwar for artificial jewellery..for real gold and diamonds I would recommend going to your trusted family jeweller..I like diamonds from Manubhai Jewellers in Borivali and Ghatkopar…my engagement ring is also from there.

Hope you liked the post..if you still have any doubts or need any help, shoot me an email at bhumika_thakkar@yahoo.co.uk and I would be ready to help..

OOTD: Lace up the Polka

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OOTD: Lace up the Polka & L’oreal Paris BB Cream Winner

I am back with another OOTD..I wanted to show you guys this super awesome lace crochet white top..Is’nt this super gorgeous..I just lovee it..

I paired it with black polka dot skorts and my black glitter pumps..and a blue statement necklace..

Though I think this lovely lace top would work with lots of stuff and still look great..

Top: Romwe
Skorts: Foymall
Necklace: Whiterack
Heels: Milanoo (Shown HERE and HERE)

And the winner of the L’oreal Paris True Match BB Cream is

Coral Crue

Congrats girl !! Please check your mail and revert 🙂

Did you like the outfit ? Do let me know in the comments below..other ideas on pairing lace and polka are welcome 🙂