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Armani Exchange

Marking the 30th anniversary of A|X Armani Exchange, the brand has launched two exclusive watches: the 44mm stainless steel men’s watch gift set with necklace and the 46mm black stainless steel 3-hand date men’s watch, they are both essential, contemporary and youthful.

A|X Armani Exchange: 1991-2021

30^th Anniversary Watch Collection

STILL YOU. STILL ME. STILL US NO NEED TO CHANGE FROM 1991

1991, the year where it all began. The story of A|X Armani Exchange began exactly 30 years ago with a striking image: a nut and bolt the foundation of every construction, a link between components, a bridge connecting elements. It is this same principle that guides the brand: sharp, ready-to-wear pieces, to mix and match according to one’s personality.

This Fall, to celebrate the brand’s 30th anniversary, A|X Armani Exchange is launching two exclusive watches: the 44mm stainless steel men’s watch gift set with necklace and the 46mm black stainless steel 3-hand date men’s watch, they are both essential, contemporary and youthful.

The two watches feature the 30th anniversary 1991 logo on the dial and caseback.

The gift set features nut and bolt inspired details on the top ring and crown as well as nut inspired shape on the stainless steel necklace.

Both styles are utilizing recycled stainless steel and come along with special 30th anniversary packaging sleeves

Armani Exchange Stainless Steel Watch and Necklace Gift Set

(AX7131SET) INR 13,995

Armani Exchange Three-Hand Date Black Stainless Steel Watch

(AX2434) INR 13,495

The A|X Armani Exchange 30^th Anniversary Watch collection is now available in A|X Armani Exchange Boutique stores and select online and offline stores

About Armani Exchange

A|X Armani Exchange: 1991-2021 #AX30th

Armani Exchange created a cultural exchange between Italy and the United States, between Milan and New York. One being the city where Giorgio Armani decided to build his life and career in, and one where Armani Exchange was first launched, with a store in SoHo, offering Italian style and know-how to the new American generations.

“In 1991 I had an intuition, and I called it A|X. Looking at the reality of the street, before it became just another vogue, I created fast, affordable metropolitan clothing for the young generations or those with a young mindset. The spirit persists today in apparel and accessories that speed forward to an urban drum keeping the quintessential effortlessness and the active stance of the GA DNA.”

– Giorgio Armani

Discover more: www.armaniexchange.com

Ralph Lauren

Bond over new experiences & honour annual traditions with Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren Collection_Plaid Welington Shoulder Bag

Ralph Lauren Collection_Plaid Medium Bridle Bag

OFFLINE SHOPPING

Polo Ralph Lauren, DLF Emporio, New Delhi

Polo Ralph Lauren, Ambience Mall, NH-8, Gurugram, Haryana

ONLINE SHOPPING

www.thecollective.in

HACKETT LONDON GIFTING ESSENTIALS

You don’t need an excuse to get your hands on these Hackett London essentials that will go a long-long way

From apparel to accessories, here is a collection of all you need to put together the most effortlessly stylish looks

Wool Silk Cashmere

Roll Neck Jumper

INR 17,600

Embodying the impeccable style and quality we’re renowned for, this roll neck jumper is crafted using a luxury blend of wool, silk and cashmere.

Suede Blouson Jacket

INR 65,200

Timeless and traditional, this suede jacket features ribbed detailing to the cuffs and hem which draw in the silhouette to keep in the warmth.

Lightweight Gilet

INR 19,900

A practical and stylish layer that will transcend the seasons, this lightweight gilet offers a flattering slim cut, waterproof zips, and an impressive warmth to weight ratio.

Leather Trim Parachute Belt

INR 8,550

Made in England, this stylish belt is the ideal partner to chinos and jeans, crafted with intricate fabric webbing and smooth cow leather trims.

Slim Leather Wallet

INR 12,000

A vital accessory that’s a good pairing with casual outfits, this baseball cap is designed with a textured rubber dot print and our signature ‘Hackett’ lettering.

Button Cufflinks

INR 9,100

An ode to a classic shirt button, these stylish silver-tone cufflinks are sure to catch attention when paired with any of our formal shirts.

Ain Dubai Announces Opening Weekend with Exciting Line Up of Entertainment

The world’s largest and tallest observation wheel by Dubai Holding opens on Thursday 21st October for a two-day opening extravaganza at the Ain Dubai Plaza

Family entertainment at the Ain Dubai Plaza is free for all to enjoy this momentous, long-awaited occasion

The ultimate celebration destination will host music from local and regional talent with a spectacular inaugural opening light and drone show plus fireworks

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – It’s the moment the world has been waiting for, and the ultimate celebration destination is not going to disappoint. Ain Dubai, the world’s largest and tallest observation wheel by Dubai Holding announced today details for its opening weekend, taking place on Thursday and Friday 21st and 22nd October.

The opening weekend celebrations are set to take place at the spacious Ain Dubai Plaza. Doors will open at 2pm on Thursday 21st where visitors can expect a host of family entertainment and activities free for all to enjoy with 12 food trucks and more from 2pm to 7pm. From 8pm, DJ Dany Neville will play a set on stage, which will also be played into cabins for guests riding, accompanied by several light shows taking place across the evening. The official opening celebration kicks off at 8.30pm with a stunning light and drone show and fireworks.

Lucky guests who’ve pre-booked to be the first to experience a 38-minute rotation in the state-of-the-art cabins can get their cameras ready for that magical sunset slot which will be complemented by sunset beats across the Plaza to really set the scene and put guests in that long-weekend mood.

Day two (Friday) kicks off again at 2pm with more entertainment across the day and throughout the evening, including artists from Flash Entertainment and Virgin Radio Dubai’s Regional Artist Spotlight (RAS) initiative. RAS brings together the best musical talent under the spotlight of the biggest regional players in the field of entertainment to deliver music from across genres – think rap to rock and everything in between. Ain Dubai will host several acts across the evening with the wheel and mesmerising light shows providing the perfect backdrop.

Ronald Drake, General Manager, Ain Dubai said:

“We’ve seen the excitement across the city peak as we get closer to opening so it was only fitting that we host an opening that was in line with all that Ain Dubai has to offer as the ultimate celebration destination. We can’t wait to welcome the world to see everything beyond the stunning view of Dubai’s dazzling skyline available at Ain Dubai, from family entertainment to sunset views and DJ sets. We have plenty of surprises in store across the two days, making it the perfect place to spend the long weekend.” Entry for opening weekend at the Ain Dubai Plaza is free for all. Tickets to experience Ain Dubai are sold separately starting from AED 130 and can be purchased on www.aindubai.com. Tickets are selling fast so don’t miss out!

ABOUT AIN DUBAI

Ain Dubai is the world’s largest and tallest observation wheel, standing at over 250 metres. The record-breaking monument offers unrivalled and unforgettable social and celebratory experiences as well as 360-degree views of Dubai in premium comfort – all at heart of Bluewaters, the sophisticated, must-visit island destination. The 48 passenger cabins that circle the enormous circumference of the wheel have capacity to carry more than 1,750 visitors at once.

A prestigious asset of Dubai Holding’s entertainment portfolio, Ain Dubai has quickly become recognised as one of the Middle East’s most remarkable landmarks which has elevated the aesthetic of Dubai’s skyline. The world-class, landmark entertainment venue delivers extraordinary and customisable one-of-a-kind experiences for every occasion. Ain Dubai plays a strategic role in supporting Dubai’s long-term vision to strengthen its global position as a key tourism hub, continuing to build on the emirate’s reputation as a leader in the global leisure and entertainment landscape.
To find out more, please visit https://www.aindubai.com/ @aindxbofficial

ABOUT DUBAI HOLDING

Dubai Holding is a diversified global investment company with operations in 13 countries and employing over 20,000 people. Established in 2004, Dubai Holding touches the lives of millions of Dubai residents and visitors through its extensive portfolio of over AED 130 billion worth of assets that support the diversification and sustainable growth of Dubai’s economy across 10 key sectors: Real Estate, Hospitality, Leisure & Entertainment, Media, ICT, Design, Education, Retail, Manufacturing & Logistics and Science.

Our portfolio is comprised of four leading companies: Dubai Holding Real Estate, one of the largest landowners and integrated master developers in Dubai; Dubai Holding Asset Management, which offers a world-class portfolio of 10 business districts, 20 retail destinations and 15 residential communities that collectively enable business and tourism activity as well as an enriched living experience for residents; Dubai Holding Hospitality, which manages leading hospitality assets and a diverse collection of unique F&B concepts as well as top-notch hotel brands including Jumeirah, Dubai Holding’s flagship hospitality brand and global luxury hotel company; and Dubai Holding Entertainment, which comprises Dubai’s leading leisure attractions, media and entertainment venues such as Ain Dubai, Global Village, Dubai Parks and Resorts, ARN, and Roxy Cinemas, amongst others.
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Amazing Karwa Chauth outfit Collection

Some exclusive ranges of Karwa Chauth collection available at Label Asha Gautam. This Karwa Chauth Label Asha Gautam is coming up with another magnificent, innovative, and unique collection.

The Collection is available at: M – 8, 2^nd & 3^rd Floor, GK 1, New Delhi

Asha Gupta & Gautam Gupta from Label Asha Gautam

Website: www.ashagautam.com

Ask Shahnaz Husain

Frequently asked questions answered by the pioneer of the Ayurvedic beauty movement

Q1. How can I find out my skin type?

When you wake up in the morning, wipe your face with a tissue, before washing or cleansing it. If the tissue is clean, you have normal to dry skin. If the tissue becomes stained or soiled with grease, you have a normal to oily skin. Use different tissues for different areas, wiping the forehead, nose and chin with one tissue and using another one to wipe the cheeks. This will help to know if you have a combination skin.

Q2. My hair becomes very rough, though I apply oil regularly. What should I do?

You can condition your hair once or twice a week. Mix one teaspoon each of apple cider vinegar and pure glycerin with one egg. Massage the mixture into the scalp. Then wrap the hair in a hot towel for twenty minutes, before washing the hair. Your hair will look shiny and manageable. If you don’t wish to use egg, add one teaspoon of pure almond oil. You can also apply a “leave-on” type of conditioner or hair serum after shampoo.

Q3. I am getting red spots on parts of the body exposed to the sun. Please suggest remedies.

Your skin may be more sensitive to the sun’s UV rays. Apply sunscreen with a high SPF of 40 or 60. Apply it 20 minutes before sun-exposure. If you stay in the sun for long, re-apply the sunscreen. This means that you should carry it with you. You can ask a skin specialist to prescribe ointment for the skin rash, as it may be an allergic reaction. You can also mix a little rose water with sandalwood paste and apply on these areas. Wash off with plain water after 15 minutes.

Q4. What can I use to close the pores after steaming my face? Can I use ice cubes or face pack?

After steaming the face, you can apply a rose-based skin tonic. If your skin is oily, apply astringent lotion, which helps to close the pores. You can also mix rose water with cucumber juice, or the astringent lotion and apply. Cold compress can also be given. Soak cotton wool pads in chilled water or rose water and apply it on the face. This also helps to close the pores. Face masks also help. You can apply the face mask first and then give the cold compress.

About Shahnaz Husain

Shahnaz Husain, pioneer of the Ayurvedic beauty movement, heads the Shahnaz Husain Group, with a global network of franchise ventures and 375 Ayurvedic formulations. A Case Study at Harvard for Brand Creation, she is now a Harvard Subject for “Emerging Markets” She was honoured with the Padma Shri Award and is the first woman in 105 years to receive the World’s Greatest Woman Entrepreneur Award from Success, the U.S. business magazine. Indeed, Shahnaz Husain is a leading international beauty icon.

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SkinKraft, Platinum Guild International (India), Payal Singhal for Indya & Dermafique

SkinKraft

Festive Regimen – SkinKraft Laboratories, India’s first and largest AI-driven dermatologically approved customized beauty and personal care brand announces its first ever month long ‘SkinKraft Festive Carnival’. Starting October 4th, the brand has gone live with the digital campaign #SkinKraftfestivecarnival, which will see our customers, celebrities and influencers sharing their beauty secrets for a festival ready skincare and haircare regime. Look Ravishing with SkinKraft.To share festival joy with its over a million customers, SkinKraft has announced discounts, flash sales and beautifully curated limited edition gift boxes.

Price: starting at INR 999

Platinum Guild International (India) – Platinum Season of Hope – Evara

Collection Details – Following the success of its first edition in 2020, Platinum Guild International brings back its month-long retail initiative, Platinum Season of Hope, from 8th October 2021 – 7th November 2021. Platinum Season of Hope will straddle all three platinum jewellery categories, Platinum Days of Love – the love bands offering, Men of Platinum – men’s jewellery and Evara – targeting the young modern woman of today.

Platinum Season of Hope – Evara Prices

Women’s necklace: RS. 100k onwards

Women’s bracelets / bangles: 60k onwards

Earrings: RS. 18k onwards

Pendants RS. 15K onwards

Indya- Payal Singhal for Indya

Collection Details – After a successful maiden summer collection with Payal Singhal earlier this year, ethno-fusion brand, Indya, today launched a new capsule line with the designer to usher in Diwali and the winter wedding season. Created for the quintessential festive evening soiree, the collection couples classic old-world charm with the ease of modern design. While the Summer Festive line focused on bohemian weddings, this new collection is inherently traditional. The capsule comprises 50 festive separates that include kaftans, crop tops, pre-stitched saris, shararas, kurtas, jackets and dupattas.

Priced between INR 250-4600

website, www.houseofindya.com

Dermafique

Bio Cellulose Face Masques – Made of pure natural cellulose, which show higher water holding capacity and higher absorbency, providing better adherence to skin, thereby delivering enhanced efficacy. A high purity product with fragmentation and 100% biodegradable. The Bio Cellulose face masks are designed for different skin types, have a variety of choice and beauty features

Price: INR 299

Dermafique products are available at Nykaa and Amazon

Festive Gifting- Michael Kors, Emporio Armani, Ikai Asai, Moet & Chandon, Birkenstock, Aveda

Birkenstock:

Style meets comfort this festive season: BIRKENSTOCK reveals new highlights in rich hues!

This season calls for quality time with your friends and family – be it an intimate soirée or a quick getaway to escape the bustle of the city with your dear ones.

For such moments, it is imperative to bring your best foot forward and always be party ready. And with BIRKENSTOCK’s all new stylish edit, get ready to power up your festive looks.

Discover the full festive collection across all BIRKENSTOCK stores or online at www.birkenstock.in

Emporio Armani:

Emporio Armani’s latest festive eyewear collection exclusively for India, features three distinct eyewear styles in metal:two sunglasses and one optical frame.

The three eyewear styles debut in a new gold shade, a colour that symbolizes generosity and prosperity in India. The inner temple tips of the three styles feature the words “Celebrating India” and “Special Edition”.

Availability: The festive edition capsule collection will be available at select optical stores and Sunglass Hut from September 2021.

Pricing:

EA1119 : INR 11290/-

EA 2107: INR 11990/-

EA 2108: INR 11990/-

Michael Kors :

The 2021 Michael Kors Festive Collection showcases versatile, feminine silhouettes that celebrate the brand’s heritage. The collection consists of one pair of sunglasses and one optical model. Offering fresh takes on iconic styles, these timeless frames embody power and success while adding a touch of glamour and sparkle to your festival celebrations. Designed to fit all, these styles offer a more flattering, comfortable fit for a diverse range of faces. The Festive Collection comes wrapped in specially designed packaging inspired by the free-spirited paisley design seen on MICHAEL KORS Fall 2021 ready-to-wear. The exclusive Festive Collection styles will be available at select stores across India, including Michael Kors boutiques, Sunglass Hut and online on TataCliq Luxury, Ajio Luxe

Pricing:

MK 1101B – INR 13.090,00

MK 4087B – INR 11.290,00

Ikai Asai:

Ikai Asai capsule collection is an ode of our innate ability, as a nation, to craft deep connections with one another, revealing an inimitable atmosphere that brings together people, regions and traditions every festive season.

The Festive Edit features handcrafted offerings from all across India, from soft gold kansa tableware and sleek hand-blown goblets to statement terracotta vases, tables in acacia wood, and more.

This festive season, craft memorable connections with Ikai Asai by inviting diversity and creativity into your spaces.

Available on www.ikaiasai.com

Moët & Chandon ROSÉ IMPÉRIAL:

Pop open festivities with a glass of Bubbly- Moët & Chandon ROSÉ IMPÉRIAL. There’s no better time to pop open a bottle than the festive season, we’ve got just the cuvée in mind to make this festive season even more special with Moët & Chandon Rose Imperial. Boxed inside a sparkling cracker, Moët & Chandon- ROSÉ IMPÉRIAL has a fruity flavour infused with strawberry, raspberry and redcurrant, and those familiar bubbles; that’s sure to make you feel sparkly & bright.

Price in Delhi : 8680 /-

Price in Mumbai: 9334/-

Price in Bangalore: 7017/-

Aveda Botanical Repair Range:

The future of hair repair is here, and its powered by plants. Transform your hair with NEW Botanical Repair, a breakthrough vegan bond-building hair repair collection that instantly strengthens and repairs from the inside out while creating new hair bonds. Botanical Repair is 93% naturally derived, silicone-free, sulfate-cleanser free, vegan & cruelty free, manufactured using wind power. It Instantly strengthens and repairs damaged hair from the inside out with an innovative 3-layer, bond-building hair repair technology. Formulated to work across all hair types and textures giving Salon style, professional results at home!

Available on Nykaa & Nykaa Luxe (online and offline).

Diwali Shopping Furniture Guide 2021

Festive Makeover to your Homes

As Diwali is around the corner, so is the annual ritual of sprucing up and decorating home spaces. Celebrations of the festival of lights are marked with big family gatherings, opulent card parties, and a lavish food spread. The festival is all about family reunions and togetherness, so the quintessential home makeover is a must to enhance the aesthetics of your indoor spaces. These bespoke furniture brands will spoil you for choices, with their exhaustive range of minimalistic and clean designs as well as timeless and classic pieces of craftsmanship. There surely is something for every space of your home.

Functional and versatile furniture from Sarita Handa

Defined by their remarkable design lexicon, Sarita Handa’s timeless pieces straddle the line between art and craftsmanship. Their latest collection comprising accent wing chairs, pouffes, ottomans, and benches are punctuated with vintage and elegant motifs that would lend a distinct visual identity to your intimate spaces.

Whether for small Puja gatherings or dusk-to-dawn revelries of card parties, these elegantly designed furniture pieces are ideal for every corner of the living space.

Minimalistic and contemporary designs from Orange Tree

Known for their minimalistic and contemporary design philosophy, Orange Tree, a Jodhpur-based interior décor brand, strikes a balance between creativity and detailed craftsmanship. Pick your favourite from their latest Paolo collection that features a thoughtfully crafted line of chairs, benches, bar trolleys, pouffes, dining tables and coffee tables, all essential for hosting an extravagant Diwali party.

Right from using the bar trolley to serving refreshing drinks – the multifunctionality of their dynamic furniture line makes them a perfect fit for every space.

Classic furniture in vibrant hues from Rosabagh

If you yearn to transform your spaces into a palatial abode reminiscent of the medieval eras or the European countryside castles, Rosabagh’s ethereal collection of sofas, tables and accent chairs are right up your alley. A brand renowned for its extravagant aesthetics that stretches the boundaries of art, engineering to create timeless and bespoke furniture, Rosabagh’s accent pieces are made in all teak and oak wood with intricate and visually appealing champagne leafing. All of this will resonate with home connoisseurs who want to have a luxuriant Diwali.

Innovation designed furniture from Beyond Dreams

Beyond Dreams’ festive collection marries earthy tones with shimmering shades in the finest quality of woodwork to bring contemporary aesthetics to the fore with a hint of understated opulence. Featuring an eclectic range of quirky chairs inspired by broomsticks to chic wooden sideboards and vibrant sofas in gleaming beige hues, the collection is ideal for giving your home a festive makeover.

Fossil’s Heritage Capsule Edition BATMAN™

Fossil, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC,launched Batman™ by Fossil capsule collection, featuring limited-edition watch box sets, leather goods and more, in collectible designs that even a Super-Villain would love. The collection, launching on October 18, is inspired by iconic graphics, colors and comics of the past for those who proudly call Batman their favorite SuperHero.

Features

The Batman Heritage Watch Set includes a limited-edition matte black watch and four interchangeable straps to help channel your favorite Gotham City hero. Also launching in a specially-limited gold-tone IP edition with only 100 pieces available globally, the Batman Heritage watches (42MM case size) feature a utility belt-inspired bracelet, iconic Batman colors, and pusher-enabled EL dial to reveal a backlit Batman emblem. The four Recycled PET velcro straps display iconic graphics and colors, to interchange and customize your look. Both box sets come in archival comic-inspired packaging and retail for INR 18,495.

The Batman Heritage leather goods assortment includes a limited-edition backpack, wallet, card cases, key chain and pin set. The backpack, designed on Fossil’s bestselling Houston silhouette, features embossed leather in a vintage comic pattern with Batman blue striped webbing and puller details. Pair it to the bifold wallet, with matching embossed leather and a silicone-inlaid Batman graphic, and card cases featuring the vintage Batman emblem. Personalize the backpack further with a silicone character key chain and lapel pin box set with three collectible graphics pins. The backpack retails for INR 25,495 while the small leather goods, key chain and pin set are available between INR 2,245 and INR 4,395.

Visit Fossil.com and follow @Fossil India to shop the Batman Heritage collection and stay up to date on current and future launches.

Fossil

Fossil was inspired by American creativity and ingenuity. Bringing new life into the watch industry by making quality, fashionable watches that were both fun and accessible. Creativity was at the heart of everything we did. Today, we continue to focus on what makes us, us: Our optimistic attitude, our dedication to authenticity and, of course, our creative spirit. The things we make, from traditional watches to smartwatches, bags to wallets, jewelry to gifts, complement every style, and fit every lifestyle—for all the moments that make you, you.

About Warner Bros. Consumer Products

Warner Bros. Consumer Products, part of WarnerMedia Global Brands and Experiences, extends the Studio’s powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBCP partners with best-in-class licensees globally on an award-winning range of toys, fashion, home décor, and publishing inspired by franchises and properties such as DC, Wizarding World, Looney Tunes, Hanna-Barbera, HBO, Cartoon Network and Adult Swim. The division’s successful global themed entertainment business includes groundbreaking experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. With innovative global licensing and merchandising programs, retail initiatives, promotional partnerships and themed experiences, WBCP is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.

About DC

DC, a WarnerMedia Company, creates iconic characters, enduring stories, and immersive experiences that inspire and entertain audiences of every generation around the world and is one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels. As a creative division, DC is charged with strategically integrating its stories and characters across film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, interactive games, DC UNIVERSE INFINITE digital subscription service and community engagement portal. For more information visit dccomics.com and dcuniverseinfinite.com.