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Review: Reliance Trends Tarun Tahiliani Collection at LFW W/F 2015

Review: Reliance Trends Tarun Tahiliani Collection at LFW W/F 2015

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Review: Reliance Trends Tarun Tahiliani Collection at LFW W/F 2015

Hi guys,

I attended the Reliance Trends Tarun Tahiliani show yesterday evening at the Lakme Fashion Week.

Tarun Tahiliani’s “Easy Glamour” collection was an eclectic line of ready-to-wear pieces presented by Reliance Trends at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.

The ramp had a full length mirror on stage and a rack of clothes as the backdrop, a very stylish video featuring the hot Lisa Haydon modelling Tarun’s collection was playing in the background.

Ujjwala Raut opened the show wearing a looped black midi. The collection was predominantly black with some red and other colors popped in between. A lot of tribal prints and stripes were seen with some leheriya print.

Dolman sleeve top, poncho draped skirt, corset dress, lungi dress and many such interesting silhouettes were seen on the ramp.

Asymmetric kurta with leggings, the black dhoti sari and choli, maroon jumpsuit with embroidered printed belt created a perfect Indo – western fusion.

Dramatic borders were used on most pieces in rust, blue and mostly gold. The velvet bustier belts brought whole looks together. Models wore a nose ring through the middle of the nose and super huge round earrings which added to the tribal element.

He also created the ‘jumpsuit-sari’ with the pleats and draped dupatta which looked quite interesting. Peplum quilted gilets, satin draped lungi cowl gowns, saris with velvet obe belts and printed tees with satin dhotis were quite unique. The kedia style blouses, attached capes and caplets were seen in majority of the pieces.

Kalidaar jackets, 3D floral motifs, bright gold embroidery and velvet hemlines took the basic pieces to a whole new level adding glamour to the outfits.

Overall a lot of luxe separates were seen with endless mix and match possibilities.

The super hot Chitrangada Singh  was the perfect showstopper, she wore a black draped gown with a velvet cape which had gold embellishments.

Tarun Tahiliani being the “Czar of Couture” did manage to create a super amazing prét-a-porter/ready-to-wear collection for women! I cannot wait to check out more pieces from the Reliance Trends Tarun Tahiliani collection.

Did you like the Reliance Trends Tarun Tahiliani collection? Your favourite piece?

New Launch: Lakme Absolute Lip Pout Product Pics/Details

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New Launch: Lakme Absolute Lip Pout Product Pics/Details

It’s playtime for your pout with Lakmé Absolute Lip Pout
~Go bold, bright and playful with Lakme’s stunning new beauty statement this festive season~

Lending a playful twist to ‘sculpt’, Lakmé is all set to get you pouting this season, as it announces the launch of ‘Lakmé Absolute Lip Pout’ – the definitive beauty must have for Winter/Festive 2015. Inspired by all things playful, this launch will be brought to life by Lakmé’s new range of vivacious lip colors, presented in a crayon format, to bring out the playfulness in you.

This new range of six bright, matte lip-colors and ten crème shades will add the magic of high definition lips to your look. Arriving just in time for the festive season, Lakmé Absolute Lip Pouts in reds, oranges and pinks invite you to have lots of fun with your makeup while promising a high colour- pay-off and long-lasting pout in just one stroke!

Exploring the realm of fashion fantasy, the new Lakmé Lip Pouts will play muse to internationally acclaimed designer Gaurav Gupta at the Grand Finale of Lakmé Fashion Week – Winter/Festive 2015. With Gaurav infusing his fantastical energy into design, the Finale promises to be an exciting affair with imaginative sculpting as the dominant theme. Daniel Bauer, Lakmé makeup expert, will collaborate with Gaurav to craft stunning runway renditions of playful makeup looks on models with the Lakmé Absolute Lip Pout.


Speaking during the launch of this beauty statement, Purnima Lamba, Head – Innovations, Lakmé India said, “As an extension to the Sculpt statement we introduced last season, we now bring forth a playful assortment of lipsticks that are brighter and bolder than ever before. These high-definition matte and crème lip-colors are specially designed to let you play with your pout in an easy-to-use crayon format. Along with Gaurav Gupta’s style and the vision of Lakmé makeup experts, we look forward to presenting runway renditions of playful, experimental makeup at the Lakme Fashion Week Grand Finale.”

Speaking about Lakmé’s beauty statement of this season, Daniel Bauer, Lakmé makeup expert, said, “This season is going to be all about experimenting with bold colours and having fun with your look. I’ve had a chance to play with some Lakmé Absolute Lip Pout lipcolors and I’m already in love with the color payoff and the shades”


Gaurav Gupta on his association with Lakmé Fashion Week commented, “Every girl has a playful side to her and this is what I want to celebrate at the Lakmé grand finale. My theme is ‘imaginative sculpting’ and the colors inspired by Lakmé’s new range, Absolute Lip Pout. It’s a vibrant and bolder palette to play with and I’m looking forward to the best ever finale show.”

With its world-class runway showcase and backstage expertise, Lakmé brings the best of fashion and beauty to the forefront every season. The brand along with Gaurav Gupta, will once again reinvent the finale stage at the most anticipated show on 30th August at the Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.

With 6 matte and 10 creme shades and in crayon form, it looks interesting. These are priced at Rs.650/- which is pretty decent. I am really looking forward to the matte shades coz I absolutely love the Lakme Absolute Sculpt High Definition Matte Lipsticks. Victorian Rose and Pink Fantasy look the most interesting to me.

What do you think of the new Lakme Absolute Lip Pouts?

New Launch: Lakmé Absolute Sculpt Studio Hi-Definition Matte Lipsticks

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New Launch: Lakmé Absolute Sculpt Studio Hi-Definition Matte Lipsticks

This season, beauty will go high definition with Lakmé’s newest beauty statement: Sculpt. Anamika Khanna, the Grand Finale designer for Lakme Fashion Week, Summer Resort 2015, will inspire her collection from Sculpt. She has tried to play with the contrast between structure and fluidity and will showcase her take on Sculpt, which is seen as a major global trend. The product collection will be officially unveiled the same day, that is, March 22, the date for the Grand Finale i.e. today

This season Lakmé is all set to conquer the runway with ‘Sculpt’ as its biggest beauty statement for Summer/Resort 2015. Inspired by a fresh wave in high fashion around the globe and originating from architectural design play, ‘Sculpt’ emphasizes chiseled, contoured lips with Lakmé’s newest range of high-definition matte lip colors – Lakmé Absolute Sculpt Studio Matte Lipstick.

This new collection of matte lipsticks comes in a stunning palette of rich plums, deep reds and feminine pinks to provide sculpted bold look for your lips. The 15 shades of this collection are highly pigmented, and express dimension and strength to help you feature your lips more prominently.

This unique Lakmé beauty statement for the season will be brought to life by internationally acclaimed designer Anamika Khanna at Lakmé Fashion Week – Summer/Resort 2015 Grand Finale. Known for her eclectic and non-traditional aesthetics, Anamika’s collection will be inspired by the colours and contours in line with the range of Lakmé Absolute Sculpt Studio Matte Lipsticks.

Natasha Nischol, Lakmé makeup expert will collaborate with Anamika to craft this season’s most sought-after ‘Sculpted’ makeup looks on the models at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 Grand Finale.

Lakme Absolute’s latest range of high definition Sculpt lipsticks has arrived! One stroke of contoured perfection is all you need to get a chiseled, long wear experience with a rich matte finish. Available in 15 dramatic shades (the brightest shades so far in the Absolute range), Lakmé Absolute Sculpt Studio Hi-Definition Matte Lipstick is your go-to professional product that provides nothing less than an expert finish.

Key Features:

  • High colour pay-off in one stroke
  • Matte texture and finish
  • Long lasting formula
  • Highly recommended by Lakmé makeup experts
  • Most vibrant matte collection from Lakmé Absolute

HOW TO APPLY:

Step 1: Pull out the cap.
Step 2: Start applying from the centre of your upper lip.
Step 3: Work from the centre towards the outer edges of your lip, following the contours of your mouth.
Step 4: Glide across the entire bottom lip.

Price: Rs. 700 for 3.7g

Shades Available:

  • Peach Out
  • Maroon Magic
  • Pink Caress
  • Mauve Fix
  • Pink Me Up
  • Plum Shell
  • Coco Shot
  • Red Flames
  • Crimson Touch
  • Red Rush
  • Coral Flare
  • Burgundy Affair
  • Tangerine Lush
  • Rose Bloom
  • Pink Glam

15 gorgeous shades! These Lakmé Absolute Sculpt Studio Hi-Definition Matte Lipsticks are launching tonight at the Grand Finale of Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 and also launching are a range of new pen eyeliners and blushes.

Though the lipsticks are already out in the market and also available online on Flipkart. The lipstick you see on Kareena in the pic above is the shade Plum Shell..love that shade!

Have you checked the New Lakmé Absolute Sculpt Studio Hi-Definition Matte Lipsticks yet?

OOTD: Floral Dress, Black Blazer

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OOTD: Floral Dress, Black Blazer

Hey guys,

I am back with an OOTD. P.S: This is my 1600th post. Yay 😀  Trivia: Hopefully 2015th post would be in 2015 :p #nookbye

This is what I wore to the River Island for Jabong fittings at Lakme Fashion Week this time. Pics clicked by the lovely Shanaya from Little Miss Sinner.

I love floral dresses. I gave it a semi formal touch by adding the black blazer and black bag. Blue suede ankle strap heels complimented the blue flowers on the dress. The statement belt cinched the waist and gave a nice fit. Added a bronze statement necklace and a gold cuff, and my favourite Daniel Wellington watch to complete the look.

 

Dress: Old
Blazer: Shown HERE
Shoes: Shown HERE
Belt: Style Fiesta (Shown HERE, HERE and HERE)
Bag, Necklace, Cuff: Romwe
Watch: Daniel Wellington

Venue: Palladium Hotel

I hope you liked the outfit. Do let me know in the comments below.

Lakmé Salon Presented ‘Show Stopping Hair’ Collection Styled by Little Shilpa @ Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014

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Lakmé Salon Presented ‘Show Stopping Hair’ Collection Styled by Little Shilpa @ Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014

Hey guys,

So I attended this #HairIsFashion #ShowStoppingHair ‘first of its kind’ hair fashion show yesterday at Lakme Fashion Week. It was styled by Little Shilpa, but the whole show revolved around hair.

Lakmé Salon brought hair to the forefront for the first time in the history of Lakmé Fashion Week through its ‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection. Styled by Little Shilpa, the line showcased a variety of head-turning avant-garde hairstyles that opened with ‘Metamorphosis’; a play of hair colors, followed by ‘Illusion’; a tryst of hair lengths and textures and ended with the classic ‘Moulin Rouge’; bouffants and updos galore. Twelve models walked the ramp with the spotlight uniquely focused on their hair, punctuating Lakmé Salon’s belief ‘Hair is Fashion’.

Shailesh Moolya, Creative Hair Director, Lakme Salon, Designer Little Shilpa and Sushma Khan, National Makeup and Skin Trainer, Lakme Salon (L-R)

The collection took its cues from three different spaces; postmodern Paris,romantic Paris and Moulin Rouge.

Cutting edge hairstyles, and mirror images of opposite hair lengths and textures constituted the first part of the show, ‘Metamorphosis’.

‘Illusion’ inspired by the ‘Northern lights’ phenomenon celebrated the confluence of hair colors.

Finally, red crystal chains around hair cones, coiffures and red crystal nested mohawks recreated ‘Moulin Rouge’ for the show.

Whether drapes of shredded fabric around models in all black, or corsets with micro shorts, Little Shilpa certainly added some interesting design elements that complimented Lakmé Salon’s unconventional hairstyles. Add to that theatrical lighting where the spotlight followed models, furthered the dramatic tone of the show. Little Shilpa also created a special limited edition hair accessory which will be offered to the first 20 Lakmé Salon customers who opt for these newly introduced looks. These pieces have been crafted basis the three themes that were showcased at the show.

Metamorphosis

At the event, Shailesh Moolya, Creative Hair Director, Lakmé Salons stated that “Lakmé Salon for the first time in India made hair the hero of the show. It was great to see such an outstanding response. Our three creative and trendy hair themes from the ‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection will revolutionize hair fashion in the country and are going to make hair the boldest fashion statement. These gorgeous, fashion-forward looks from the runway, in their wearable avatar, will be brought to over 150 Lakmé Salons in 50 plus cities, giving women a chance to experience a new expression of fashion through their hair.”

Moulin Rouge

Little Shilpa says “Styling for Lakmé Salon’s ‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection has been a fun and rewarding experience. I believe the brand has revolutionized the hair fashion arena in India by bringing to the fore creative and trendy styles. Lakmé Salon and I share a common belief that “Fashion goes beyond clothing”. Lakmé Salon’s vision of making Indian women runway ready, matches perfectly with my fashion style and statement.”

Illusion

The collection fluently delivered the message that show stopping fashion begins with hair. The prêt-à-porter versions of the Illusion, Metamorphosis and Moulin Rouge looks from the ‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection will be available at over 150 Lakmé Salons in the country.

Moulin Rouge

I would be sharing the images of the prêt-à-porter versions of the Illusion, Metamorphosis and Moulin Rouge looks in the next post.

But this was one unique concept and show. The hairstyles must have taken hours! I actually loved the whole enthusiasm and energy of the models, designer Little Shilpa and Shailesh behind the whole show.

Lakmé Salon Presents ‘Show Stopping Hair’ Collection Styled by Little Shilpa

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Lakmé Salon Presents ‘Show Stopping Hair’ Collection Styled by Little Shilpa

Hey guys,

I attended the exclusive blogger preview of the Autumn-Winter 14-15 collection of UK’s top brands – Miss Selfridge and River Island on behalf of Jabong.com

During that, I also caught up on the Little Shilpa’s fittings. Loved the 3-4 outfits I saw during the fittings. A red mirror work bustier with maxi skirts, mirror work dresses,etc. But I am more excited about the hairstyles of that show coz its going to be an unique one as the clothing revolves around the hair in this show!

Lakmé Salon brings the best of hair fashion to the Indian runway, with a one-of-its kind ‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection which will be showcased exclusively at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014.

Conceptualized and crafted by Lakmé Salon experts with international hair stylist Winnie Loo, and styled by Little Shilpa, this promises to be one of the most exciting launches in hair fashion in the country.

Hair Takes Center Stage @ Lakmé Fashion Week Winter Festive 2014

In the world of fashion, the garment struts the runway, with hair adding the finishing touches to the overall look. Reversing this norm for the first time in India, hair will be the hero as Lakmé Salon pioneers the concept of a Hair Show. Exclusively showcased at the Mecca of Indian Fashion, Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014, the ‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection brings the best of hair trends to the Indian runway.

It promises to be one of the most exciting launches in hair fashion in the country.

The collection includes three dramatic themes:

• ‘Illusion’, inspired by the natural phenomenon of the ‘Northern Lights’, it is a playful fusion of colors

• ‘Metamorphosis’ inspired by the complex art forms of postmodern Paris, it is the line of dual hairstyles and textures ranging from straight and curly, to short and long

• ‘Moulin Rouge’, a modern take on the ‘classic elegant’ with bouffants and waves

Shailesh Moolya, National Hair Trainer, Lakmé Salons states “Lakmé Salon have been the backstage experts at Lakmé Fashion Week since its inception, and through the‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection, this expertise in hair styling will be the focus on the ramp. By introducing the latest looks and trends that are making waves internationally, we aim to create excitement on the Indian runway like never before. We have created styles that are avant-garde as well as conventional, keeping in mind women with various hair lengths, personalities, professions.”

Little Shilpa adds, “Lakmé Salon and I share a common belief that “Fashion goes beyond clothing”. I was delighted when I got the opportunity to style the ‘Show Stopping Hair’ collection for them as their vision of making Indian women runway ready, matches perfectly with my fashion style and statement.”

Commenting on the collection Mr. Pushkaraj Shenai, CEO, Lakmé Lever, said“At Lakmé Salons our backstage experts strive to delight our customers with Runway Excellence every day. The Show Stopping Hair Collection will be available across over 150 salons in over 50 cities. Wearing these stunning fashion-forward hairstyles, our customers can experience real runway magic in their life.”

Get ready for hair to take center stage at Lakme Salon Winter Festive 2014!
Date: 22nd August
Time: 8:30 pm
Venue: Palladium Hotel – Jabong Stage

The collection strikes a balance between commercial and creative, thereby catering to a variety of hair lengths, personalities and professions.

I am attending the show on 22nd August and look forward to the #ShowStoppingHair especially the ‘Moulin-Rouge’ theme ones. I would keep you guys updated with the pics during the show on my twitter and Instagram and also share them on the blog.

What kind of Show Stopping hairstyles are you expecting ? I feel there would be messy buns and braids for sure. And balloon ponytails with bouffant,like in the pic above.

TIGI and Clint Fernandes created five looks for LFW S/R 2014

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TIGI partners with Clint Fernandes to create five unique looks for the Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014

For Lakmé Fashion Week’s Summer/Resort 2014 shows, award winning makeup and styling artist Clint Fernandes worked backstage with TIGI’s BED HEAD & S Factor product range at four popular shows, creating unique looks to compliment the designers’ latest collections. Clint has created and crafted different looks & styles for shows of Tarun Tahiliani, Rajat Tangri & Shehlaa, Anju Modi, and Archana Kocchar this LFW season by using TIGI Bed Head & S Factor products.

Archana Kocchar

Award winning Hair & Makeup Expert, Clint Fernandes has been working in the industry for over a decade; both in India as well as internationally. From Couture and Prêt-à-Porter shows in Paris to being an integral part of the Lakmé Fashion Week since its inception, Clint Fernandes has played a vital role in the Indian hair and makeup industry. A constant innovator in hairdressing as well as makeup techniques and a creative intellect, Client has worked with popular Bollywood stars as well as International stars such as Kesha and Paris Hilton. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with a strong background in education which includes fashion designing as well as arts along with makeup and hair.

Anju Modi

The founding principle of TIGI is to work with the professional hairdresser, recognizing hairdressers for their artistry – By Hairdressers, for Hairdressers. TIGI products are tools that are designed to elevate the craft of hairdressing to a higher level of creativity and the founding principle is what makes TIGI stand out from the crowd.
Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Anthony Mascolo, International Artistic Director of TIGI said, “We understand what the professional hairdresser wants and needs. TIGI products are created to style and finish hairstyles, our photographic collections provide starting points for education, and our seminars and stage shows drive ideas and concepts. It’s about inspiring and motivating hairdressers to constantly progress their own work.”
Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Clint Fernandes, Hair & Makeup Expert said, “It is always an enriching and learning experience for me when I participate in Fashion Weeks across the globe. This year, at Lakmé Fashion Week S/R 2014, I worked with the TIGI Bed Head and S Factor range for the first time and created unique and funky hair styles for various designers, according to the theme. I thoroughly enjoyed working backstage with all the stunning models and TIGI products and decoded a few looks for the camera as well.”

Rajat Tangri

TIGI has been part of various Fashion Weeks globally. Be it the London Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week or Milan Fashion Week, our global creative team has worked backstage on different looks that focus on precise hairdressing which in turn enhance the overall look of the design. TIGI currently offers three ranges of products in India – Bed Head, S Factor & Copyright Colour. While Bed Head & S Factor can be purchased by consumers off the shelf at select salons in the country, Copyright Colour is mainly for hairstylists.
Bed Head, a range of shampoos, conditioners & styling products, are for people who love life, break rules and push boundaries. These products allow you to express yourself and customize the latest trends to your own personal style.

Tarun Tahiliani

S Factor was designed for women who want sensational hair; whether she wears her hair sleek and slinky, smooth and shiny or sultry and soft, S Factor creates the ultimate in glamorous hairstyles. The S Factor range also has shampoos, conditioners and styling products.

Lakme Absolute Salon at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 14

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Lakme Absolute Salon at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 14

So as most of you must be knowing (and for those who don’t) there is this Lakme Absolute Salon everytime at Lakme Fashion Week..where girls get hair,makeup and nails done..
This time for nails and eyes there were these recently launched Illusion range..
Did you read about the new Lakme Absolute Illusion Limited Edition Range HERE ? I have the swatches of the all 5 eye shadows also for you guys..that saved for the next post..for now..check out this gorgeous metallic nail paints..
The eye shadows are priced at Rs.750/- and the nail paints at Rs.200/-
Four shades that are a part of Illusion Range are:
  • Ethereal
  • Desire
  • Illusion
  • Fantasy

I got the nails done in the shade ‘Illusion’. This is the nail section..

Illusion is a metallic lilac silver..one prettty shade it is ! I loved it..in fact all four shades in this range look great..
There is a hair makeover section and a makeup section too..Remember my hair last time (see HERE)
This time since the Salon was set up inside Hyatt itself..heat could not be used and hence there were only upstyles and braids..which I was not too keen on..so did not go for the hair makeover this time..only got my nails done..
I attended the Lakme Absolute Illusion Masterclass (Read about it HERE) and 2 shows-
Papa Don’t Preach/ Ken Ferns/ Gaga/ Sonaakshi Raaj (Ken Ferns’ Showstopper was Gauahar Khan and Sonaakshi Raaj’s Showstopper was Prachi Desai)
Anushkha Khanna/ Ashdeen/ Zhen & Mossi
And finally this is what I wore..
Hot Pink Blazer: Shown HERE
Striped top- Shown HERE
Shoes- Shown HERE and HERE
‘Moschino’ Belt- Romwe
Bag- Romwe (Shown HERE)
So I hope you liked the pics..which shade of the LE Illusion Range interests you ? Have you tried any ?
Do let me know in the comments below..

Lakme Absolute Illusion Masterclass at LFW S/R 2014

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Lakme Absolute Illusion Masterclass at LFW S/R 2014
NATASHA NISCHOL CONDUCTED THE LAKME ABSOLUTE ILLUSION MAKEUP MASTER CLASS AT LAKME FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014
I attended Lakme Fashion Week on Saturday..i.e the 15th..if you follow me on facebook or Instagram, you would have seen the pics..
So anyways, there was this Lakme Absolute Masterclass too..remember last year’s Masterclass..see HERE.
Lakme a trendsetter for decades has created several outstanding looks each season. An informative makeup masterclass was conducted by Lakme Makeup Expert, Natasha Nischol at the Jabong Stage on day four during Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014.
Purnima Lamba, Head Innovation at Lakme, introduced Natasha Nischol on stage and invited her to demonstrate the second edition of Lakme Absolute Master Class themed around Lakme’s latest offering the Lakme Absolute Illusion range. Natasha revealed how to achieve the Lakme Absolute Illusion Metallic Look that is all set to be the beauty trend of the season.
VJ Sarah Jane Dias, Lakme Digital Ambassador was the model for the session. During this one hour session, Natasha Nischol demonstrated the Absolute Illusion Day and Night looks on Sarah Jane Dias.
Lakme Absolute Illusion – Day to Night 
For the Lakme Absolute Illusion by Day look, a base of Lakme Youth Infinity Moisturizer, Foundation and Concealer was applied to Sarah’s face prior to the show. Sarah’s hair was also prepped up according to the 70’s vibe – big and curly. A bronzer from the Lakme Absolute Face Stylist range was used for the cheekbones, followed by blending the eyes with the Lakme Absolute Illusion Pearl Eyeshadow, which Natasha insisted could be used in light or heavy portions. A streak of black eyeliner was applied to infuse the colour of the shimmery eye shadow, to give it an electric feel. Dots of electric violet and blue from the Lakme Absolute Eye Shadow Duos were added on top of the eyeliner and to the inner corner of the eye, adding dimension.
 
Sarah’s eyelashes were curled using the Lakme Absolute Voluminizing Mascara. Sarah confessed that she loved flaunting fake eyelashes, which she found very dramatic.
Natasha finished this Absolute Illusion day look by dabbing the lips in a matte orange lipstick (I guess it was Vermillion) from the Lakme 9to5 range. Sarah walked down the ramp flaunting her bold avatar, swaying to the Bee Gees. Natasha mentioned that ‘Saffron Gossip’ from the same range is a lighter hue of orange lipstick that is safe to play with.
Sarah expressed that she faced a problem with metallic eye shadow fading off an hour after applying it. Natasha explained that the secret to long lasting makeup is to layer and blend in eye shadow with cream and powder so that it sets through the day. Natasha suggested that women should go all out and experiment with purple, blue and aquamarine that look gorgeous on Indian women.
 
The Lakme Absolute Illusion by Night was achieved by adding touch-ups to the day look and blending in purple Lakme Absolute Drama Stylist Crayon Eyeshadow followed by building in the intensity of the eye shadow with a slightly darken tone. Another line of eyeliner which smudged easily into the purple canvas brought a little sparkle in a pink glitter shadow over the inner corner of the eyes. Sarah’s lips were dabbed in a soft coral called ‘Rust Crush’. The look was completed by applying a coat of mascara and brushing the face with some glitter over the cheekbones in a decent amount of bronze blush – Lakme Absolute Blush, Night Sheen.
Natasha mentioned that all girls love their glitter and one can never have too much of it. Sarah Jane revealed the secret of big hairdos by simply making multiple tiny braids on wet hair and leaving it overnight, untie each braid, a dab of mousse for the 70’s look.
Natasha Nischol graduated from the prestigious London College of Fashion, worked in London and Hong Kong. Trained with Oscar winning make-up artist Jenny Shircore in the UK, she assisted him on The Phantom of the Opera and Four Feathers.  Natasha runs India’s paramount make-up academy – fat mu makeup school, along with her partner Virginia Holmes.

Lakmé Absolute Illusion make-up range for LFW Summer/Resort ’14

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Lakmé Absolute Illusion make-up Limited Edition range for LFW Summer/Resort ’14

This summer create an interplay of light and colors with Lakmé Absolute Illusion make-up range
Lakmé unveils the statement for the season which will be showcased by Rajesh Pratap Singh at
Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort’14 Grand Finale
Lakmé Absolute Illusion will comprise of eight metallic shimmer eyeshadow monos and four limited edition nail colors. Lakmé’s trend forecast for the season is dominated by bold lustrous eyes in metallic pearl hues of Pink, Gold, Blue, Black, Starlight and Peach.

Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion Pearl Eyeshadow can be used wet for a molten look or dry for a metallic finish. The limited edition Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion Nails come in four dual tone shades that are sure to be this season’s must-haves.
The rich colors of the entire collection reflect a modern style that will take centre-stage at the Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/ Resort 2014 Grand Finale. Rajesh Pratap Singh’s collection, inspired by Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion, will represent his signature style of simplistic cuts and minimal but flawless detailing.
Speaking at the launch, Purnima Lamba – Head of Innovation at Lakmé said, “This season we are infusing the magic of color and light into summer with the Lakmé Absolute Illusion range. The cool metallic shades spell mystery with each stroke. The Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion Eyeshadow monos are an absolute must-have for every make-up enthusiast. We look forward to a spellbinding finale with Rajesh Pratap Singh’s interpretation of Illusion in his unique texture”

Commenting on the launch, Rajesh Pratap Singh said, “This is the first time I have associated with Lakmé Fashion Week and I am honored to showcase my designs on this platform as the Grand Finale Designer for LFW SR 2014.The collection is inspired by Lakmé statement of Illusion and will be a grand showcase of dual texture, modernistic style and metallic colors.”
Speaking on the occasion of the launch, celebrity make-up artist and Lakmé expert, Daniel Bauer said “With the Lakmé Absolute Illusion make-up range, Lakmé brings yet another International beauty trend to the Indian market. It’s an honour to be yet again asked to create the LFW statement looks – for this season we have created the looks with Kareena Kapoor; they embody mystery and allure with just a sprinkle of shimmer. The metallic bold hues in dual tones give the ultimate shine and finish, making it a creative delight for any make-up artist. We believe metallic eyes will be the big beauty trend for the upcoming months “.
The products will hit stores across India from March 21st 2014 onwards with Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion Pearl Eyeshadow priced at Rs.750 and Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion Nails priced at Rs.200.

Will be available from March 21st onwards at all outlets..