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How To Look Stylish And Hot In Cold

By Shivam Soni, Founder & CEO, Beyoung Folks Private Limited:

I have heard men around me say at least once “How do I get dressed ya I am still zoned out with the pandemic shorts!” This is the question of many for sure because out of the million harms in lockdown, one such harm is to again get out of the bed and get dressed. Since we are almost to the end of 2021, we are also to the end of all the traumatizing lockdowns.

People have again began booking tickets for travel and shizz. So, here are listed some of the travel essentials for men to look hot even in the chilly season. Get the looks and get looked with these quick and easy style ideas to go for.

Sweatshirts:

The one unleashing your sweat, the one unleashing your fashion, it is a sweatshirt that will give you the cool and dope look to die for. From cardigans to round neck hems, from wool to fleece, sweaters and sweatshirts can simply be the winter savior. It will be your travel partner for the bus seats for sure. And men can also explore from the numerous options of colors be it tortilla brown or uber chic moss green color.

Hoodies:

Hoodies are men’s favorite. They don’t need a travelling reason or occasions to bring out the hoodies. All it takes is the apparels with exquisite prints and patterns on it. Famous apparel firm Beyoung brings you a stupendous collection of hoodies with prints on it. Official merchandise, travel goals, food and fascinations, every such design has been highlighted proficiently on these hoodies.

Puffer Jackets:

The winter jackets are incredibly durable and with a style that depict the awesomeness of puffer. Be it a mountaineer or a bike rider, a one who would simply rule outfits is this jacket. Online places will introduce you to so many stunning colors of these jackets. Choose the most contemporary option depending upon the pants and lower colors you have the most. Thank me later! You will have something that works at all times.

Overcoats:

This apparel is not just for the travel nazi but for the one who loves to look hot more than looking cooler. TBH men look the hottest with neatly done hair, long coat and a muffler. If you are a little beardy, then it is a cherry on top of the cake. Also, it is the must-wearing thing for the fireplaces and bon fires for night travels.

Flannel Shirts:

The apparel that will never go wrong in any way and any weather is the flannel shirt. Thin and compactly woven, a flannel shirt serves as the perfect apparel for the breezy weather. Its checks pattern are convincing for the casual attires and ootd. Checks are also a way to go blend with other winter-wear outfits.

Full-sleeve T Shirts:

Full sleeve t shirts are the perfect winter-escape. Try out something as good as official merchandises or go for twinning with similar colored full sleeve t shirts for all. The combination assures to be your travel partner with cool looks effortlessly. Also, be it trek pants, cargo pants or shorts, the t shirt blends with every kind of fashion.

With these clothes do not forget the beany caps, gloves and mufflers, these are simply the WOW add-ons to the winter hotness. Clean hairstyles and high buns along are the few style tips for the travel look and the picturesque sessions. Get head over heels with the hot winter madness in the style tips to not let go off.

Harjinder Kaur Talwar encourage women empowerment at India GCC Business Conference

India and GCC countries share a special relationship, both in terms of history and breadth of sectors in which we cooperate. The importance of the region is highlighted by the fact that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited almost all GCC countries; the country’s top leadership remains in constant touch with the top leadership of the GCC countries. On the business front, India and GCC nations enjoy a robust relationship with the current trade between India and the GCC countries touching almost $90 billion. The Gulf region also hosts two of the top-five trading partners for India, and GCC accounts for about 34% of our oil imports.

In this regard, the India GCC business conference was organised on the sidelines of the EXPO 2020 Dubai. The conference aimed to attract investments from GCC countries into India and explore business partnerships between women entrepreneurs from India and GCC, among other interest areas.
On this occasion, Harjinder Kaur Talwar, whose company Comvision has designed and is executing one of the prestigious transport solutions in the Gulf region: King Fahd Causeway between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, encouraged women entrepreneurs to prepare harder, have all the answers, and show no vulnerabilities. Comvision’s transport solution is deeply integrated with artificial intelligence-based vehicle classification and also multiple methods of payments.

In her address, Ms Talwar encouraged the women from GCC countries to come forward and make their mark in business. Citing her example, she said that her company has anchored a Made-in-India product that is robust, best in its class, and yet very cost-effective. “I am proud as an Indian woman who has achieved success in a domain which is not considered to be women-centric,” she said.

She added that women should “clearly know what they want, build relationships, connect with thought leaders, be prepared to venture out of their comfort zones, be ruthless, be ambitious and be the best person for the job they are aiming for”.

The conference was attended by leading lights from the business sector from India and GCC countries that included Hind Al You, Director of Investments, UAE; Nasser Alaqil, VP Strategic partnerships and government affairs, National Companies Promotion Programme, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Bader Ali, Regional Director, MENA & Asia investments organisation, Bahrain EDB and Dr Aman Puri, Counsel-General of India, Dubai, who also addressed the gathering, among others.

Top Fashion Picks for International Men’s Day ‘21

The force that womanhood is has been widely spoken about, and as we continue to celebrate the women around us, men have often been overlooked in the process. Be it a father, brother, husband, son or a friend, among other significant roles, a man continues to remain a silent force in our lives, and it is only fair that we shower them with the respect and attention they deserve and glorify their significance this international men’s day.

As preparations for International Men’s Day begin, we take a look at the different types of men around us and decode their unique styles. While we raise a toast to every kind of man out there, we have chosen five types of men, representing different brands, to give a rather fashionable twist to our International Men’s Day celebrations with their fashion statement.

The Au Courant Man by Sukriti & Aakriti

Being one who is fully abreast of fashion trends and styles, the au courant man by Sukriti & Aakriti personifies traditional perfection. Boasting sophisticated cuts, traditional embroideries and a captivating appeal, every ensemble is an ode to Indian craftsmanship. Whether it is a wedding or a festival, these three-piece ensembles, including the classic Nehru jackets, make the au courant man stand out with his impeccable fashion.

The Debonair Man by Prathyusha Garimella

With alluring designs and appealing silhouettes, the debonair man by Prathyusha Garimella is one to reckon with. The traditional black ensembles reek of classic finesse, while epitomizing intricate details, including sequins, zardozi and gota work. The effortless fit of the attires combined with the sophisticated poise add to their debonair spirit.

The Desi Man by Neha Chopra

The tailor-made attires by Neha Chopra pack a punch with their luxurious details and free-flowing silhouettes. Incorporating a wide colour palette, the desi man stays true to the traditional spirit of the attires, while retaining the elements of comfort and finesse. The plain, monochrome theme combined with the naturalistic designs on the dupatta enhance the fashion appeal of the outfits.

The Experimental Man by Eurumme

Packing raw aesthetics and an artistic flair, Eurumme catapults the experimental man into a different league with its collection of semi-precious jewels and hand-crafted accessories. Offering a wide array of fashion accessories, including statement ear cuffs, funky neck pieces and stylish bracelets, every piece of jewellery lends a refreshing touch to a given look.

The Uber-Cool Man by Kunal Anil Tanna

The uber-cool man by Kunal Anil Tanna is a sight to behold with his confident style and smart demeanour. Upholding a classic and minimalistic philosophy, the ensembles incorporate meticulous detailing, colour mixing techniques and the brand’s prêt aesthetics, while maintaining the style quotient, to make a fashion statement. With a mix of Indian and contemporary elements, including the eye-catching bling, the vibe of this uber-cool man is hard to miss.

Asha Gautam

As the wedding season is around the corner, Asha Gautam has launched its new collection of Shararas and Anarkalis, voluminously showcasing the grandeur of the celebrations. The collection for the wedding season is meant for the bride or the groom women brigade who want to look best at the wedding event.

An amalgamation of many crafts from around the country, the collection has bandhani juxtaposed with kanjeevaram and banarasi paired with bandhani along with heavy embroidered kurtas and anarkalis.

The vibrant colours in silks and organzas add energy to the winter wedding. Bandhani-kanjeevaram shararas paired with embroidered kurta make a statement in the collection. Banarasi and bandhani paired in a set also stand out. Paithani anarkalis and heavily embroidered flares of anarkalis with figure motifs and abstract geometrics ask for attention.

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“At Asha Gautam, we are continuously working on more silhouettes and styles using our rich textiles.”We have worked very hard over the past two years to reengineer Indian weaves to create a more evolved look.”

Jaipur Literature Festival goes spectacularly hybrid in 2022

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Festival Dates: The on-ground Festival will run from 28^th January to 1^st February 2022. The virtual edition of Jaipur Literature Festival 2022 is scheduled from 28^th January to 6^thFebruary 2022
First List of Speakers Announced: Arundhathi Subramaniam, Ambarish Satwik, B.N. Goswamy, Bruno Maçães, Cat Jarman, Damon Galgut, DBC Pierre, Farrukh Dhondy, Jonathan Franzen, Kunal Basu, Mukulika Banerjee, Shashi Tharoor, Shivani Sibal, Tripurdaman Singh and Vikram Sampath
Volunteer Programme: The Jaipur Literature Festival runs a successful Volunteer programme that forms the backbone of its operations while offering young enthusiasts an unmatched enriching experience, enabling them to see first-hand what goes into making and managing a festival of this scale. A 250-strong ‘army’ of dedicated volunteers work across the Festival’s 25 departments. Volunteer registrations are open till December 5, 2021
Registration and Delegate Packages: Online registration for the Festival is mandatory and attendees can register via the Festival website. Visitors can also buy Delegate Packages to experience the Festival’s magic, while mingling with authors, interacting with industry players, relaxing in the Delegate Lounge, and enjoying the Jaipur Music Stage and Heritage Evening

2022’s biggest literary news is here! The iconic annual Jaipur Literature Festival will be back at its cherished home – Jaipur – in a hybrid avatar with both its on-ground magnificence as well as its nifty virtual presence. The hybrid version will enable a larger audience to access the Festival offerings, reaching out to book-lovers across continents. There has never been a more powerful feast of literature, discourse & camaraderie than this Festival. Today Teamwork Arts, the Festival producer, announced the dates for its landmark 15^th edition, setting them between 28^th January – 6^th February 2022.

2022 heralds new beginnings when the Festival will combine the cautious optimism of a post-pandemic world along with the sheer joy that books can bring – both online & on-ground. The Festival will offer represent all Indian national languages and multiple foreign languages too with over 300 hours of programming with and over 250 speakers.

The Festival will run on-ground from 28^th January to 1^st February 2022 and the virtual sessions will go live from 28^th January to 6^th February with an extended online experience. For over a decade, Jaipur has played host to the annual Jaipur Literature Festival, dubbed the ‘greatest literary show on Earth’, a haven for literature-lovers and festival-goers alike. After a much successful virtual edition of the Festival last year, with over 10 million views worldwide, the 2022 edition will introduce the audience to the brand new and ‘super’ hybrid version at a spanking new venue with an enhanced experience and facilities. The Festival will be organised at Hotel Clarks Amber, Jaipur with added facilities to accommodate footfalls and will follow COVID 19 safety protocols as per government guidelines.

This first-ever truly hybrid literary extravaganza will showcase a plethora of themes and writers curated specially for audiences across the world, offering an immersive experience of literature, discourse, musical performances, art installations, merchandise, local cuisine and more. In its milestone hybrid edition, the Festival aims to be even wider in its reach and longer in duration, covering 10 days.

The first list of 15 speakers released today includes Indian poet and author of the latest Women Who Wear Only Themselves Arundhathi Subramaniam; Delhi-based vascular and endovascular surgeon, writer and Director of the Vascular Cath Lab at Sir Ganga Ram hospital Dr. Ambarish Satwik; eminent art critic, art historian B.N. Goswamy; senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies, former Portuguese politician and author Bruno Maçães; bio archaeologist and field archaeologist specialising in the Viking Age, Viking women and Rapa Nui Dr. Cat Jarman;2021 Booker Prize winner for his novel The Promise Damon Galgut; Australian author and 2003 Booker Prize winner for his debut novel Vernon God Little DBC Pierre; Indian-born British writer, playwright and screenwriter Farrukh Dhondy.

The list continues with National Book Award-winning author and 2002 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction finalist Jonathan Franzen; author of several critically acclaimed novels, including The Miniaturist and Kalkatta and a collection of stories titled The Japanese Wife Kunal Basu; academic and author of Cultivating Democracy: Politics and Citizenship in Agrarian India Mukulika Banerjee; member of parliament and author Dr. Shashi Tharoor; debutant novelist of the latest Equations Shivani Sibal; historian and author of three acclaimed books, Sixteen Stormy Days, Imperial Sovereignty and Local Politics and the latest Nehru: The Debates that Defined India Tripurdaman Singh; historian and the author of four acclaimed books, with his latest being Savarkar: A Contested Legacy, 1924-1966 Vikram Sampath.

Namita Gokhale, writer, publisher, and Co-director of the Jaipur Literature Festival, said,

“January 2022 will see the much awaited return of our physical festival, as well as a stellar virtual version. We look forward to the joys of welcoming book lovers and friends from the literary community. The intense pleasures of shared energies and real time conversations will be further enhanced by the infinite possibilities of digital connectivity across continents and time zones. We are delighted to welcome writers from far and near, including Bruno Maçães, Arundhathi Subramaniam, Mukulika Banerjee, Shashi Tharoor, Tripurdaman Singh, and Vikram Sampath. Our programming will as ever present a spectrum of literary delights while remaining rooted in the rich diversity of Indian writing and culture. Watch out for the Maha-Kumbh of literature, where the world visits Jaipur and Jaipur visits the world!”

William Dalrymple, writer, historian and Co-director of the Jaipur Literature Festival, said,

“I am completely thrilled that our beloved literature festival is returning to Jaipur after a spell online due to the pandemic. We are coming back with a truly spectacular line-up of literary superstars from across the world. In fiction, we have this year’s Booker winner, the great Damon Galgut, his predecessor DBC Pierre, Pulitzer finalist Jonathan Franzen. It’s going to be utterly magnificent and we look forward to seeing you in Jaipur from the 28th January.”

Sanjoy K. Roy, Managing Director of Teamwork Arts, who produce the Jaipur Literature Festival, said,

“There has never been a more powerful feast of literature, discourse & camaraderie than the annual Jaipur Literature Festival. This year’s hybrid version will enable a much larger audience to access the Festival offerings, reaching out to people across continents. Teamwork Arts invites book-lovers to be a part of this milestone Festival in its newest avatar.”

The Festival will include its B2B arm, Jaipur BookMark (JB M), now in its ninth edition. JBM will continue to bring together a wide range of publishers, literary agents, writers, translators, translation agencies and booksellers from across the world and give them an opportunity to meet, talk business and listen to major global industry players.

The Jaipur Literature Festival sets literary conversations and dialogue against a cultural backdrop promoting India’s traditional heritage including curated art installations, cultural evenings and the Jaipur Music Stage, which runs parallel to the Festival.

Registration and access to the Online Edition of the Festival is free and open to all. Registration to the On Ground Edition of the Festival will be available from INR 200 per day. The audience can also purchase Delegate Packages, which offer a special experience of the Festival and take them on a compelling cultural journey.

In addition to enjoying the literary sessions, audiences will also get to savour the Festival’s signature morning and evening music sessions with performances by leading artistes and virtuosos. The customary Festival merchandise and books by participating authors will be available both at the Festival Bazaar and online on the Jaipur Literature Festival’s official website.

About Jaipur Literature Festival:

Described as the ‘greatest literary show on Earth’, the Jaipur Literature Festival is a sumptuous feast of ideas.

Every year, the Festival brings together a diverse mix of the world’s greatest writers, thinkers, humanitarians, politicians, business leaders and entertainers on one stage to champion the freedom to express and engage in thoughtful debate and dialogue.

Writers and Festival Directors Namita Gokhale and William Dalrymple, alongside producer Teamwork Arts, invite speakers to take part in the five-day programme set against the backdrop of Rajasthan’s stunning cultural heritage and the Diggi Palace in the state capital Jaipur.

Past speakers have ranged from Nobel Laureates J. M. Coetzee, Orhan Pamuk, Malala Yousafzai, Muhammad Yunus and Joseph Stiglitz; Man Booker Prize winners Ben Okri, Douglas Stuart, Margaret Atwood and Paul Beatty; Sahitya Akademi winners Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, M. T. Vasudevan Nair, as well as the late Girish Karnad, Mahasweta Devi and U. R. Ananthamurthy; along with literary superstars including Amish Tripathi, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Vikram Seth. An annual event that goes beyond literature, the Festival has also hosted Amartya Sen, Amitabh Bachchan, the late A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Bill Gates, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Oprah Winfrey, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Stephen Fry, Thomas Piketty and former president of Afghanistan, Hamid Karzai.

Website: www.jaipurliteraturefestival.org

About Teamwork Arts:

For over 30 years, Teamwork Arts has taken India to the world and brought the world to India, presenting the finest of Indian performers, writers and visual artists in the cultural and art space in India and abroad.

Even amidst the upheaval and unsettling times of 2020, Teamwork Arts successfully launched the digital series, JLF Brave New World and WORDS ARE BRIDGES, which were viewed by over 4.8 million people in their first season. Through its digital avatar, the Jaipur Literature Festival reached over 19 million viewers in January 2021 and brought together the world’s leading commentators and writers. The musical extravaganza, Bollywood Love Story – A Musical, continues to tour the world with sold-out shows everywhere it is held.

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Flipkart Video back with Khel Paheliyon Ka on the Flipkart App

Flipkart Video is back with an all new and dhamakedar season of its popular riddle and picture themed, interactive quiz show Khel Paheliyon Ka. Joining the show, Instagram queen, VJ and popular reality TV Star, Benafsha Soonawalla will be seen donning a new avatar as the host of this season. Launching on 14^th November, the VJ turned actor will engage audiences in a range of anagram and picture based riddles every day in a 5-6 minute episode on the Flipkart App.

From Bollywood and sports to music and fashion, Khel Paheliyon Ka features questions from every topic, making it extremely fun and exciting for the audience. This season, Flipkart Video is shaking things a little bit to make the game more masaaledar for the viewers. In each episode of this season, Benafsha in her fun and sassy avatar will talk audiences through four image based clues and viewers will have 30 seconds to decode the common element in them with the help of an anagram. Users that guess the common link can stand a chance to win some exciting prizes along the way. In the wise words of our bubbly host, “Images ko properly dekhna, warna prize haath se nikal jayega”.

Commenting on her collaboration with Flipkart Video, Benafsha Soonawalla said,

“As an entertainer, I have evolved at every step of my journey. I have thoroughly enjoyed my stints everywhere. I’m really excited to be hosting the new season of Khel Paheliyon Ka on Flipkart Video. This show is so much fun and I’m sure all of y’all will feel the same just after watching the first episode! I am going to help my audience solve some interesting riddles every step of the way and win super duper exciting prizes. Koi Sawaal ka jawaab mushkil lag raha hain? Main Hoon na! Hum saath me khelenge aur jeetenge big.

Think you can answer these simple questions? Then it’s time to put on your thinking caps and win big, as season 2 of ‘Khel Paheliyon Ka’ goes live on the Flipkart App. Users can access the show, free of cost, by clicking on the Video icon at the bottom right of the Flipkart app’s homepage.

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About Flipkart Video

Flipkart Video is an in-app interactive video platform from India’s homegrown consumer internet company, Flipkart. Launched in 2019, Flipkart Video is reimagining digital entertainment for the mobile world. With a tech-forward approach that combines interactivity and gamification for short-form snackable content, Flipkart Video continues to create a differentiated experience for mobile-first users. It combines content with commerce by rewarding users as they are entertained, thereby truly elevating the user’s journey on the platform. Flipkart Video continues to stand apart and stay ahead, as it carves a niche for entertainment and engagement in India.

SkyHelix Sentosa,Singapore opens on 15 December 2021

Mount Faber Leisure Group’s highly anticipated new attraction, SkyHelix Sentosa, will open ahead of schedule on 15 December 2021, in time for the school holidays and year- end celebrations. It is Singapore’s highest open-air panoramic ride and will be the first carbon-neutral attraction on Sentosa. Tickets are now available for purchase on Mount Faber Leisure Group’s website. Located within the collection of attractions at Imbiah Lookout, SkyHelix Sentosa is an unforgettable gondola ride that reveals breathtaking views as it gently rotates 35 metres above ground along a vertical helix-like structure. Guests will enjoy unparalleled 360° sights of Sentosa and the developing Greater Southern Waterfront while dangling their feet in the air with a cool drink in hand. The ride’s apex is 79 metres above sea level, making it one of the highest vantage points on Sentosa. SkyHelix Sentosa is a new landmark within Singapore’s evolving tourism landscape. Through the launch of this attraction, Mount Faber Leisure Group seeks to contribute to Singapore’s vision of becoming a top sustainable urban destination by developing unique, engaging and sustainable leisure experiences around Singapore’s stunning views and beautiful nature.

Mr Buhdy Bok, Managing Director of Mount Faber Leisure Group, says, “As Singapore eyes a long-term goal recovery of its tourism sector, the opening of SkyHelix Sentosa signals a strong message of hope and optimism for the industry and the country. We believe that the panoramic views experienced on SkyHelix Sentosa will uplift and inspire diverse audiences across all age groups.” Ms Thien Kwee Eng, Chief Executive of Sentosa Development Corporation, adds, “SkyHelix Sentosa will be an important milestone as we emerge stronger and better from the pandemic. It illustrates how the Sentosa community has come together to push ahead into the future, despite the challenges of the past year. SkyHelix Sentosa will join a diverse pipeline of new and upcoming Sentosa experiences, including wellness experiences at Oasia Resort Sentosa, an innovative perfumery experience at Scentopia, as well as the island’s new lifestyle destination, Southside, among various other exciting highlights. We look forward to welcoming more guests to Sentosa, as we bolster our position as Asia’s leading leisure destination.” Ms Jean Ng, Executive Director, Attractions, Entertainment and Tourism Concept Development, Singapore Tourism Board, says, “As international travel gradually resumes, new attractions like SkyHelix Sentosa will enhance our attractiveness and signal to international travellers that Singapore is ready to welcome them. At the same time, it adds to the wide variety of family-friendly offerings that locals can enjoy. STB will continue to work with industry partners to support the development of innovative projects that add vibrancy and diversity to our tourism landscape.”

Artist’s impressions of SkyHelix Sentosa

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Just a short stroll from the Singapore Cable Car’s Sentosa station, SkyHelix Sentosa will be a captivating

new addition to Sentosa’s compelling leisure experiences. For each “flight”, guests will be seated in an open-air gondola for a 12-minute ride, which includes 10 minutes at the peak, during which the gondola will slowly rotate. During the ascent, rotation and descent, guests can enjoy a cool beverage exclusively created for SkyHelix Sentosa by the team behind the acclaimed cocktails at Dusk Restaurant & Bar located at Mount Faber Peak. The attraction will also offer unique ready-to-drink cocktails available for purchase at the open-air snack bar. Guests experience all of this while enjoying the sensation of flying with the wind in their hair and capturing picture-perfect moments on camera. From morning to night, the attraction offers guests different views of Sentosa, promising a new experience with each ride. The beauty of the SkyHelix Sentosa structure also visibly transforms from day to night. After sundown, energy-efficient LED lights illuminate the attraction, making it a beacon of light on Sentosa and a stunning new addition to the Singapore skyline.

*Currently only citizens and permanent residents of Singapore, and travellers under the Death and Critical Illness Emergency Visits Lane are allowed entry.*

A teaser video of SkyHelix Sentosa, https://youtu.be/nQJ_TSKP1hg

Find out more about SkyHelix Sentosa at https://www.mountfaberleisure.com/attraction/skyhelix-sentosa/

‘Runway Reels’, with a focus on diversity

Vogue India and Instagram have joined hands for a one-of-a-kind partnership where Vogue will spearhead a model hunt, titled Runway Reels, with diversity as its focus. After inviting entries from across the country via Vogue India’s Instagram account, five models picked from diverse backgrounds will win the opportunity to participate in a fashion showcase featuring seven iconic Indian designers: Tarun Tahiliani, Anamika Khanna, Shantanu & Nikhil, Gaurav Gupta, Rahul Mishra, Shivan & Narresh, and Dhruv Kapoor. The shows, running from November to January 2022, will all be styled by Vogue and, in-a-first, be published exclusively as reels on Vogue India’s Instagram account. During the course of the show, Vogue India will also bolster its presence on Reels by releasing a wide variety of fashion, beauty and lifestyle content in the form of reels.

To participate, contestants have to post an Instagram Reel (publicly) showcasing their best runway walk, and use #RunwayReels in their post, tagging Vogue India. The prime focus of this talent hunt is to celebrate diversity in the world of fashion. As India’s foremost authority on all things fashion, Vogue aims to constantly push the boundaries when it comes to matters of diversity and inclusion. Vogue has taken several initiatives to this effect: casting models of different ages, sizes, sexual orientations and ethnicities for the editorial shoots; featuring under-represented communities on the cover page, and many more. With this model hunt, the endeavour is to show our audience that one needn’t look a certain way to be a model. And there couldn’t be a better way to introduce these models to the world than by styling them in couture created by some of our top homegrown designers – all to play out in a fresh, never-done-before format of Reels.

Speaking about the campaign, Jabir Merchant Chief Digital Officer – Sales, Conde Nast India says, “At CNX – a full service digital agency and creative studio, part of Condé Nast, we believe in the power of engaging content and brilliant storytelling, backed by audience data. It’s a privilege for us to partner with a brand like Instagram. At Condé Nast, diversity is at the heart of what we do, so it is an honour to collaborate with Instagram on a campaign that puts the spotlight on diversity in fashion. It’s an exciting time to be using the mighty force of social media to champion change, and we look forward to many such collaborations in the future.”

Paras Sharma, Director, Media Partnerships, Facebook India, said, “Reels is a growing global stage on Instagram, and in India, young people across the country are showcasing their unique talents on it. Now with ‘Runway Reels’, there is an opportunity for creators to be in the spotlight by showcasing their creativity and talent in fashion, and leading Indian designers will also launch their collections on Reels taking it to all parts of the country. We’re glad to partner with Conde Nast for this unique program, especially as they look to discover talent in an equitable way.”

Runway Reels: The process

3 jury members and a host of influencers will encourage participation from across India. Contestants have to post an Instagram Reel showcasing their best runway walk, and use #RunwayReels in their post, tagging Vogue India. The 5 winners will be flown to Mumbai and will shoot for the 7 shows that will be styled and directed by Vogue India. Few of the influencers leading the process include: Varshita Thatavarthi, House of Misu, Masoom Minawala, Shivani Singh, Sakshi Sindhwani, Shruti Sinha, Juhi Godame, Shraddha Singh, and Soma Laishram.

Meet the jury

The jury comprises members who bring immense experience from the world of fashion as well as campaigning for more diversity and inclusion in the Indian fashion industry. They include: Priyanka Kapadia, Fashion Director of Vogue India; Diipa Buller Khosla, internationally recognised fashion influencer and entrepreneur; and Sushant Divgikar, singer, drag queen and queer advocate.

About Vogue India:

Vogue India, launched in September 2007, celebrates the modern Indian woman and her growing sphere of influence across all aspects of life. The ultimate fashion bible, Vogue brings together the best of global and Indian fashion, beauty, people, luxury, travel and culture. Regarded as a leading opinion leader and trendsetter, Vogue India engages audiences across multiple interactive platforms, which include its monthly print edition, website (Vogue.in), Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. The brand also hosts some of the best-known events and properties of the country—Vogue Women of the Year awards, Vogue Beauty Awards, Vogue Atelier series, Vogue Fashion’s Night Out, Vogue Fashion’s Night.in, and Vogue Wedding Show. It has also produced a television talk show, BFFs With Vogue, which aired on Colors Infinity. Vogue India is the 17th edition of the global media powerhouse. For over 100 years, Condé Nast has produced some of the finest, most successful and iconic media brands worldwide.