I am back with an OOTD after a long time. Monsoons have officially begin in Mumbai..though it was on/off before and then there were no rains for a month. That was the time I was wearing this summery floral dress.
Though the rains are unstoppable right now, but again we would see some days of normal Mumbai summer soon 😀
I love the green base and the floral paisley motifs in red,pink and purple on this dress. Also, its more like a casual shirt dress. Its so comfortable and looks pretty too. And has an interesting back.
I paired it with this long gold and silver knot chain necklace, a small blue and silver bracelet, silver midi rings, an orange chrysanthemum flower brooch as a hair accessory. And completed the look with my purple wedges.
Its also very beachy/Hawaiian kinda look I feel :p I think I badly need a holiday.
About the AskMe App: ASKME “The Bapp of all Apps” has details of millions of businesses within your city. Its “All in 1” app that allows you to search merchants & listings, classified ads, best deals, buy instantly…all for free!!!
Use this free android app to conveniently search for places to eat, shop, drink, relax and play, read reviews from an active community of locals in your neighborhood and take informed decisions.
Are you looking for a cafe near you? Book an appointment at your nearest spa? Mouth watering deals on food outlets and shopping closer to you? Or simply just go through the latest mobile phones up for sale? ASKME is here to help you with all your local information needs- be it local search, classifieds and deals around you.
FEATURES :
★ Search for businesses near you
★ Get great deals offered by your favorite local businesses
★Latest classifieds on mobile, jobs, cars, real estate and more
★ Add reviews, photos, and tips for your favorite businesses
★ Make your own listings of your favorite local businesses
★ Read reviews to know about good businesses (and not so good) in your city
★Share favorite businesses with friends via SMS, email, Facebook and Twitter
★ Look up addresses and phone numbers for thousands of businesses, and call them instantly from ASKME app
★Additional Business information, such as ratings, payment methods and opening hours, to help make your choice easier
They aim to provide the best Android experience possible by delivering regular app updates with new features and functionality.
I downloaded this app and tried it myself. It is indeed very helpful and I found that data I wanted immediately with the AskMe app.
I don’t need a separate app now for food reviews, selling or buying stuff, etc. This app covers everything from restaurant reviews (detailed ones with pics,numbers, address,menu, etc) to selling.buying stuff to getting good shopping deals with coupon codes ! (You know which all apps I/they targeted here 😉 )
Is’nt that pretty amazing that you do not need 3-4 separate apps now and fill up your phone memory and slow it down. Also, it is not complicated as to which button leads to which option, etc. Pretty clean design and user-friendly interface.
They also have AskMeBazaar where you can directly buy stuff from the app.
And with Ranbir Kapoor as the ambassador, you are sure to be expecting something good :p Jokes apart, this indeed is the Bapp of all Apps.
With a rating of 4.1 and around 14,000 downloads already, you surely don’t want to be left behind ! So, hop on the bandwagon and download the app HERE NOW.
Recently Rado launched a new all white (stunning) collection. I have a weakness for white watches (already have 3 whites :p). And, I love Rado ! So, the white Rado collection, you can imagine, how much I drooled over.
Lisa Ray talking about the brand
Rado had a small blogger meet up with just 12 of us lucky bloggers and their brand manager Simran Chandoke, Marketing Manager Piyush Kumar and their brand ambassador Lisa Ray, at the private area of Ming Yang, Taj Lands End. We were the privileged ones to see the collection up close and personal, try it on and play with it. The theme was black or white.
Also, we came to know quite a few interesting facts about Rado and this collection in particular. Rado was amongst the first ones to make ceramic watches.
Me and Hina chatting away
They have a tactile watch in this collection called the ‘Rado Esenza Ceramic Touch’.The vertical oval-shaped watch – crafted in black or white ceramic – is crown-free. Time is changed by pressing and sliding your fingers along the case to set the hours and minutes. The incredibly tactile watch offers something not seen on any other ladies model currently sold. They are going to patent the tactile feature in ceramic.
My First Rado ! (though a bad angle :/)
The one which I am wearing is the slimmest watch in that collection, as equal to 3 credit cards. And is made of mother of pearl. Super elegant.
Simran Chandoke, Brand Manager, Rado India
All the pieces in this collection were stunning. Simran and Piyush informed a lot about the brand in general and this collection in particular. And, Simran also explained the facts and features of each and every watch in detail.
We played a small game, where we got one word and we had to relate it to one watch from this collection and why we feel that word best describes the particular watch we selected.
Showing off our RadoMe and Jyo with Lisa Ray
It was a fun evening where we had dinner and conversations about blogging in general, Rado, Lisa Ray, social media, etc. And it was amazing interacting with Lisa Ray too.
Us !
Overall, quiet a nice meet and a different one at it. It was quiet an experience and I definitely would love such kind of more meets 😀
Revlon launches Street Wear Color Rich in India- Experiment with Stylish Street Wear Color Rich collection
Getting ready for a party, brunch, romantic movie date, a girls day-out? Stress not! Street Wear brings you the most stylish range of cosmetics – ‘The Color Rich collection’. The line brings alluring, mysterious, romantic and flirty shades enabling you to create seamless gorgeous looks for all occasions.
Gear up to experiment from a winged eye look to a smoky look, from pastel colors to young vibrant nail paints, from the pinks and peaches of the world to coral and orchid of the runway as Street Wear Color Rich offers 24 shades of Ultra-moist lipsticks, 8 Mega shine lip gloss, 30 Rich Nail enamels, 2 Perfection foundation and compact, 2 Majestic liquid eye liners and a chasmic kajal as well. This color cosmetic assortment is sure to enhance your personal palette and style quotient.
Rajiv Kumar, Associate Director- Marketing, said, “India is going through a huge transformation where girls like to dress and wear make-up at a very young age. In order to tap the potential new customers, Revlon has revamped its StreetWear brand by launching a complete range of stylish cosmetics – ‘ColorRich’. ColorRich will inspire her to express new dimensions of her beauty, feel glamorous and celebrate her own sense of style.”
Intriguing packaging is an important feature of the cosmetics and was created using four unique characters that are young, independent, stylish, fun and streetwise girls to personify the quintessence of collection making it look vibrant and swanky. With vast array of awesome colors and superior product selection from Street Wear, you are all set to step out and rule the world with your panache!
I} STREET WEAR COLOR RICH for NAILS:
A] Rich Nail Enamels-
• Ultra smooth finish with fast drying formula
• Gorgeous texture with fantastic bright colors
• High shine with all-embracing in trend pop shades – glamorous browns and mauves, stylish pops, pretty pinks and playful reds • Price: INR 60
II} STREET WEAR COLOR RICH for LIPS:
A] Ultra Moist Lipstick-
• 24 spectrums of colors includes – flirtatious reds, romantic pinks, modish earthy and pops, as well as stunning brown and mauves
• Imbued with enriching vitamins keep the lips moisturized throughout the day
• Lipsticks glides smoothly and condition the lips
• Offers light weight and gorgeous color for a fresh look all day long
• Creamier feel lipstick with hydrating effect on the lips • Price: INR 180
StreetWear Color Rich Mega Shine Lip Gloss Party Melon
B] Mega Shine Lipgloss-
• Ultra-glossy and non-sticky gloss
• Leaves lustrous finish to the lips
• A divinely soft brush for even application
• Formulated with moisturizing elements and shimmer that makes the lips look voluptuous
• Available in all occasion wear vibrant colors • Price: INR 150
III} STREET WEAR COLOR RICH for FACE:
StreetWear Color Rich Perfection Foundation
A] Perfection Foundation-
• Infused with moisturizing formula keeping the skin supple
• Blends easily and perfectly with the skin
• Even finish with pore less perfection
• Fragrance free • Price: INR 170
StreetWear Color Rich Perfection compact Dual
B] Perfection Compact-
• Gives a silky texture due to ultra-fine particles
• Light weight formula for cake free look
• Gives an even skin tone, Providing A non-powdery perfect matte finish
• Soft puff for smooth application • Price: INR 160 • Available shades : 2
IV} STREET WEAR COLOR RICH for EYES:
A] Liquid Eye Liner-
• Intensely pigmented, smudge proof with fast drying formula
• Gives precise definition to the eyes in just one application
• Available in 2 shades – Egyptian blue and coal black • Price: INR 75
B] Chasmic Kajal-
• Easy to apply, the chasmic kajal glides on super smooth and soft on the eyes giving a perfect glossy finish
• The camphor and castor oil blends together to cool and soothe your eyes
• Gives intense black shine
• Safe and nourishing for eyes • Price: INR 99
AVAILABILITY: Nationwide May 2014 onwards at mass retailers nationwide.
Revlon India Launches PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator
Revlon PhotoReady Skinlights™ Face Illuminator- The Iconic Skin Illuminator is Back and Better than Ever
The backstage staple and makeup kit must-have has returned!
Revlon PhotoReady Skinlights™ Face Illuminator, once a cult favorite by top makeup artists, is now a part of the innovative PhotoReady collection. That means the lightweight, sheer illuminator contains photochromatic pigments that bend and reflect light to help diffuse and minimize flaws as well as light-capturing crystals to bring new luminous dimension to skin. The new formula banishes dullness and instantly brightens skin for a lit-from-within look.
FEATURES/BENEFITS/KEY INGREDIENTS:
Lightweight, sheer illuminator that instantly brightens skin;
Contains photochromatic pigments that bend and reflect light allowing for a natural glow under any light;
Formula with a hint of sheer color enhances skin without covering it up;
Wear alone or mix with your favorite foundation.
SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: Rs.850/-
Available in 3 shades- Bare Light; Pink Light & Peach Light
I love highlighters..and how skin looks amazingly glowing with them..I am liking the gold tint one (I guess its the Bare Light)
To start with, I love the soft, refreshing smell. Its kinda like baby powder. And it stays for a long time..though not 24/48 hours.
Its very handy and compact to carry around in your bag too. It has 0% alcohol and the oils in the ingredients give it a very hydrating feel. Skin feels smoother and softer. It was very gentle on the skin and did not irritate the skin. I never use deodorants directly on underarms, but this one is meant to whiten your underarms and I first tried it on my hand and found it very gentle and hydrating and so went on with using it for the underarms. It also claims to be antiperspirant and works to a certain level.
Even when used on clothes, it does not stain them white. And the fragrance stays for a long time.
With continued usage, you seem some slight difference in your underarms. Coz licorice extracts are meant to work on dark pigmentation and lighten them bit.But then, you need to use it continuously and do not expect any magical results !
Overall, I would say, its a nice deodorant..and definitely worth a try.
Have you used the new Nivea Whitening Sensitive Deodorant ?
My Travel Look and Revlon Travel Makeup Essentials
Ok, so I am not travelling anywhere right now :p But, I would love to share my travel look with you guys.
Revlon India have the topic of Travel going on in their Choices by Revlon campaign. Take THIS quiz and see what makeup look do you get, according to your travel choices, and how to achieve it.
If I am given a choice, I would love going to Paris, not that I do not like beaches, (infact, anytime up for Goa :D) but Paris would be the first preference anyday !
I feel Paris deserves a glamorous look. And for me, gold and fuchsia pink combo, is totally glam ! I love pairing gold/bronze/copper eyeshadows and fuchsia pink lipsticks. Here, I am wearing Revlon ColorStay Makeup in Fresh Beige as my base, Revlon ColorStay ShadowLink in Copper all over and lined my eyes and waterline with the Revlon Long Wear eyeliner, curled lashes and used the Revlon PhotoReady 3D Mascara. Finished it off with the new Revlon Lacquer Balm in Vivacious. And we are done ! My 2 minute quick go-to makeup when I am travelling and rushing.
My Travel Makeup Kit Essentials:
Revlon ColorStay Makeup
Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder with Softflex
Revlon ColorStay ShadowLinks Eyeshadows- mix & match
Kaya Skin Clinic Laser Hair Reduction for Underarms- My Experience
So, I had my 2 sessions of Laser Hair Reduction for my underarms at the Kaya Skin Clinic and the third one is also due in some time, though I do not require it anytime soon. At first, do note that I mention hair reduction and NOT hair removal. Laser does not remove your hair completely like waxing does. It works on burning your roots and stopping the hair growth and since hair grows in cycles, you need 5-6 sessions of it, for every hair to grow and get under the laser light. And also, its a permanent solution. So, hair reduction which happens in every session, would remain so for a lifetime !
I was petrified of Laser, but I still wanted to give it a try, though I have had patch test before last year. Read about it HERE. (Also the benefits of Laser Vs. Waxing) I went to the Mulund Kaya Skin Clinic at Nirmal Lifestyle and they only have the old normal diode lasik machine and not the ND-Yag one. I was more scared since it was the underarm area which is anyways a lot more sensitive for most of us.
So, what the attendant does is, marks the area with a white pencil. And calls the doctor to check and give the grading. After the doc gives the grading, the attendant shaves the area and gives you a pair of light protecting glasses and uses one on self. Starts by applying a thick layer of gel on the area and goes over it, with the laser machine. You see the light and also feel the prick in between and right after the prick, smell the burning hair follicle. I was continuously chanting God’s name the first time I did it :p But, you know what, I never realised when it started and when it was done ! It took just 5 minutes for one underarm !! I was done in 10-15 minutes with the whole session.
After my 1st session,I had the appointment for the 2nd session after one month. But when I went for the 2nd session, the doctor told me not to go for the 2nd session, since there was hardly any growth for them to work on and that it would be no point of going for the session on such less growth. So, they called me for the 2nd session after a 2 month gap. Usually, the gap between 2 sessions is 1 month, but if you do not have the required growth, you can keep it 1.5-2 months. But, the only thing is, you cannot wax in between your 2 sessions !! You can shave, but not wax.
My 2nd session also went quite smooth. You do see some growth, but those hair automatically fall off in few days. And now again, after the 2nd session, I have hardly any growth, even though its close to one month now. I guess I will have to wait another month again 😀
Post Laser Care:
Use a moisturizer every 3-4 hours. Do not let the skin feel dry.
Use a sunscreen on the underarm everyday for atleast a week.
Do not wax.
Do not use soap, gel, etc on that area for around a week
No swimming for a week
Ya, I guess some very basic do’s and don’ts to follow. And lifetime, you can feel free to wear sleeveless without worrying about the underarm hair.
Read the infographic below for more insights about laser hair reduction..
Kaya Skin Clinic have this very interesting offer where you can get your 1st session at the cost of waxing i.e Rs.85/- !! And, then if you are comfortable and like the experience, you can upgrade it to 6 sessions at a discounted price of Rs.7.999/- And later on, whenever you feel the need, you can go for a maintenance session once a year or so, for just Rs.1000/-
Here are the summer specials from Kaya that will make you want to drop the temperate with those hot stylish attires and beat the scorching heat:
– It’s 85 for Freedom from April 1st to July 15 – Try the first session of under-arm laser hair removal service at the cost of waxing i.e. just Rs.85/- What’s more? Upgrade this package and pay just Rs. 7, 999 for 6 sessions
– Avail of over 40% discount on full body laser from May 1st to July 15th
– Combine your under-arm package with one laser service package and get a minimum 25% discount all through the months of April and May
More than 100,000 women at Kaya have said NO to waxing, enjoying the freedom of hair-free and satin-smooth skin with Kaya’s Permanent Hair Reduction! It’s your turn now!
I also attended a Laser Mircale @ Kaya Skin Clinic event recently in association with Cosmopolitan, where again a lot of doubts were cleared by the doctors. If you subscribe to Cosmopolitan, they also had one free laser underarm session voucher inside the magazine for the month of May.
I think its definitely worth it ! I could see a huge difference in one session itself and all the more after the 2nd. I definitely recommend giving it a try. If you have any doubts or hiccups, please feel free to ask me here in the comments below or drop me a mail at bhumika_thakkar@yahoo.co.uk, and I will surely get back. Do not hesitate. Its freedom from waxing and getting to wear anything you want. I am already planning to go for other body and face areas too.
P.S: Services were offered by Kaya but that has not affected my opinion. I recommend it,only after it worked for me.
Join Garnier Men India In The Nationwide Movement to #SayNoToBars and #SayYesToOilClear
Men will be men! No matter what the situation, this statement will always hold true for them.
Take a minute to think this through…
How many men have you seen who pay attention to grooming? Well, we know your answer – barely any, right! That’s true for most men. As the brand that cares about men and their grooming, Garnier Men India is out on a mission to change this.
Don’t you think its gross to use the same soap you use ‘everywhere’ on your body, on your face too ?! And, the skin on your face is definitely thinner and more delicate than the rest of the body. Plus, also more exposed to the sun and pollution. We, (including men) should take extra care of our facial skin. But, men do not understand this basic, simple thing, as if its some deep science ! #StupidThingsMenDo, I tell ya.
I really like this #SayNoToBars campaign and if guys get convinced to ditch those soap bars and try a face wash, it would be really cool and effective. Whenever I see a guy carrying a facewash, I love it. It is also one of the way of showing yes,we too care about ourselves and our skin and do not ignore it !
We believe, behind every successful man there is a woman – who helps him with what to wear and what to do. So, what could be a better way to make men change their attitude towards grooming than get the women to lead this initiative with us?
This is why, Garnier Men, in this Nationwide Movement ask men to Say No To Bars. Yes, they mean – Say No To ‘Soap’ Bars. Wondering why? Here you go –
1. Soap bars are unhygienic as the same bar is used for multiple purposes. Instead, why not switch to a face wash which is for a defined purpose?
2. Soap bars are history now! Modern men prefer to use face wash that is customised to suit their skin’s needs. So, why not be the man of today who loves modern facilities?
3. Soap bars are inconvenient and not practical to use at all. Then, why not be smart and switch to a face wash which is easy to carry?
Keeping these advantages of face wash in mind, they ask men to take a pledge against the use of soap bars. They instead recommend men to use the Garnier Men Oil Clear Face Wash for a deep cleansing action which removes excess oil without drying your skin while ensuring a day-long oil-free feel. If you are a guy, take the pledge NOW! HERE http://saynotobars.thegarnierman.com
And if you are a girl, make sure you get your guy to use a face wash and make him pledge against soap bars ! No More Bars !!
To make sure, they get the message clearly, here’s a fun song which tells you why it’s time to #SayNoToBars and #SayYesToOilClear
So go ahead, bring a change in the men you care about!
Revlon India Introduces Cheek Boutique- New Powder Blush and Highlighting Palette
A collection of blush, bronzers and highlighters for perfect pops of color!
Revlon, The Color Authority, is bringing big news to the blush category with the launch of what we are calling our ‘Cheek Boutique,’ offering three new ways to enhance your cheek bones and play up your beauty look. Step inside the dressing room and try on any of these new beautiful shades!
Revlon Powder Blush is an ultra-soft, silky powder blush that adds a natural flush of color to you cheeks.
The Revlon Highlighting Palette is a captivating brick highlighter. The sophisticated palette has complimentary shimmer shades that blend to enhance complexion for a natural sun-kissed look.
Revlon Powder Blush
· 4 NEW SHADES: Naughty Nude, Classy Coral, Haute Pink, Wine Not
· SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: Rs.550/-
Revlon Highlighting Palette
o 3 NEW SHADES: Peach Glow, Rose Glow, Bronze Glow
o SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: Rs.950/-
I am loving the looks of the highlighting palette..I anyways lovee highlighters. Also, have never tried a Revlon blush yet..and both look interesting enough.
Have you guys seen the new Revlon Blush and Highlighting Palettes ? Excited to try ?
