Lohri is important festival for India. The festival marks the beginning of the harvest season as the sowing season of winter crop comes to end. The festival of Lohri has always held a special place in the lives of people. On this night, the women dresses up in the finest of attires and her family shower her with gifts, blessings and love. As such, it is important for women to look her best on this special night of bonfire, dance and merriment. Lohri is the first festival after the New Year celebrations and it makes for perfect occasion to style your Indian outfits. Make for an elegant statement in Indian avatar by donning ethnic Rangriti’s collection which is an all-time favorite choice. Team it with Rangriti’s jhumkas and you are all set to receive praise for your beautiful traditional ensemble.
Rangriti collection for women include Salwar Kameez, Plazo , Straight suit Lehenga set and Kurta dress. These are available in colors of Pestle, Pink, Yellow, Orange and Red in fabric like cotton georgette, chanderi and viscose. This readymade collection offers freshness and style.
Siddharath Bindra, MD of Rangriti said “The Rangriti collection is sure to glorify your presence wherever you go and steal hearts by the millions. Wear it and feel draped in style”.
The 51st Edition of Asia’s oldest and India’s biggest celebration. Likewise, The International Film Festival of India is set to be held in Goa from 16th January to 24th January 2021.
IFFI aims at providing a common platform for the cinemas of the world. And to project the excellence of the film art. Further, IFFI celebrates some of the finest cinematic works. And similarly showcases a bouquet of best films from India and around the world.
Recently, International Film Festival of India has announced
It’s International Jury – Pablo Cesar (Argentina), Prasanna Vithanage (Sri Lanka), Abu Bakr Shawky (Austria), Priyadarshan (India) and Rubaiyat Hossain (Bangladesh)
The Indian Panorama section of the 51st IFFI will consist of selected of 23 feature and 20 non-feature films.
· 15 acclaimed films will compete for the Golden Peacock award at IFFI’s International Competition section
Ensemble ideas for every occasion during your best friend’s wedding festivities!
The only underrated group of individuals who can change a Brideszilla to a total Bridechilla are loyal bridesmaidsquad! And we do know the importance for all bridesmaids to match up to the charm and charisma of the bride, while not completely outshining her! But if you’re caught between the madness of organizing wedding favours and planning activities. And overlooking details of various functions looking your best during all the ceremonies. It is for this reason, we present to you the ultimate list of outfit ideas. That all bridesmaids can take cues from for every occasion during your best friend’s.
EVENING OF THE ENGAGEMENT
Kickstart the wedding festivities with romantic colours, flowy fabrics and dainty embroideries in contemporary silhouettes, such as Ridhi Mehra’s. Style your regal ensemble with minimal jewellery and clean pulled-back hair to complete the posh avatar! Perfect for bridesmaidsquad.
HALDI CEREMONY
Serve some serious fashion goals with warm tones, lehariya prints and immaculate floral embroidery for the auspicious haldi ceremony by designers Sukriti & Aakriti and Gulabo Jaipur. Add that remarkable touch to your traditional ensemble by styling your dupatta over the shoulders for a demure look.
RITUAL OF MEHNDI
Channel a vivacious vibe for the ritual as you are caught between collating all the mehndi favours and other wedding frenzy! Gulabo Jaipur’s bright pastels with floral detailing. And intricate thread-work reflects the essence of traditional chic. While Sukriti & Aakriti ‘s revival of phulkari evokes a sense of pride in our hearts – both of which are apt for the merriment around the mehndi ceremony.
SANGEET SHENANIGANS
What can be more breathtaking than a sari or a lehenga for your bestie’s sangeet ceremony for bridesmaidsquad? An opulent pre-draped pant or lehenga sari by Ridhi Mehra! Beautiful pearl embroidered blouses, ruffled hems and chiffon plush fabrics in rich hues embody. All the dreamy and fun shenanigans of the sangeet or cocktail evening.
THE SACRED VOWS
Be it dolling up in the prettiest of lehengas or adorning the most gorgeous floral jewellery. Bridesmaidsquad today are all game for making spectacular style statements, (sometimes even co-ordinated) ofr their close friend’s pheras. Sukriti & Aakriti ‘s resuscitation of the intricate craft of phulkari commemorates this special occasion while being an absolute treat for the bohemia admirers.
RECEPTION UNDER THE STARS
As you save the best for the last, the evening of the reception demands a certain amount of extravagance, so no shying away! Instead, slip into those gorgeous jewel-toned lehengas, embellished blouses and elaborately embroidered saris and shararas to complement the grandeur of the night. Even better, pair your minimal looks with navratna ornate belts like Ridhi Mehra’s or strikingly magnificent dupattas by Sukriti & Aakriti!
Popular trendsetters and Bollywood celebrities put their own unique spin on the label’s mesmerizing ensembles by styling them with panache.
Scroll through these extraordinary looks to witness luxury taking the shape of sustainable and fashionable comfort and festive wear.
Sassy Scallops
From left to right: Sonakshi Sinha, Nupur Sanon, Disha Patani; all wearing Sukriti & Aakriti
The subtle trend of scallop hems, trims and embellishments is slowly making its way into our traditional wardrobes, thanks to designers Sukriti & Aakriti Grover. For those of us obsessing over scallops in traditional fashion, the label’s collections are a delight! Solid colours with tone-on-tone embroidery or contrasting scallops forge a unique take on conventional ethnic-wear. Minimalists like Sonakshi Sinha, Nupur Sanon, Disha Patani flaunt dainty mirror-work and intricate gota threadwork on opulent fabrics with sassy scallop hems as seen above!
Floral Bohemia
From left to right: Nupur Sanon, Kriti Sanon, Aaparshakti, Radhika Madan; all wearing Sukriti & Aakriti
What could be better than florals for spring? Well, neo-phulkari for weddings! Take a peek at Sukriti & Aakriti ‘s collection and decide for yourselves as major B-town trendsetters Kriti Sanon, Radhika Madan, Nupur Sanon and Aaparshakti exhibit these effortlessly! From rose and pistachio to powder blue and pinks, pastel shades are a refreshing take on any traditional ensemble. Outfits that have us swooning over festive wear are Sukriti & Aakriti ‘s floral embroideries on timeless ivories. A major plus? This bohemian take on the craft of phulkari is amenable for every wedding festivity.
Moody Monotones
From left to right: Kareena Kapoor Khan, Mouni Roy, Alia Bhat, Pragya Jaiswal; all wearing Sukriti & Aakriti
The understated sophistication and intrigue that black brings to traditional ensembles cannot be stressed enough! But when moody monotones of blacks, midnight blues and greys are amalgamated with silver mirror-work, colourful phulkari and gold gota, it adds that much needed edginess that feeds the soul of the experimental fashion enthusiasts. Fashionistas Mouni Roy, Pragya Jaiswal and Alia Bhat have their fashion game on point as they showcase the versatility of Sukriti & Aakriti ‘s outstanding creativity!
Stripes Tease
From left to right: Radhika Madan, Tamannaah Bhatai, Surveen Chawla; all wearing Sukriti & Aakriti
What makes stripes an all time favourite print for all age groups is the sheer versatility of the trend. As Sukriti & Aakriti delve into traditional handicrafts and display stripes in the form of gota embroidery, we are left in complete awe of their creativity! Perky Bollywood actresses Radhika Madan, Tamannaah Bhatia and Surveen Chawla make stripes work wonderfully in their own unique style, while keeping the overall look natural and making a statement with stripes!
“Sundar Mundariye” is covering the most treasured reweri, moongfali and all other special edibles. For instance, that will fill your home with warmth, love and happiness as always Izhaar launched its latest collection online! Celebrate the auspicious occasion of Lohri by gifting your dear ones with something truly festive special, the “Sundar Mundariye” collection.
Ruchita Bansal Creative Director &Founder IZHAAR said “Lohri is just around the corner and my team is all set to make it special for you! On this occasion of Lohri, we’ll make sure that you cherish the special bond with your family even if you’re away from them. We have followed all safety measures while curating this experience.
Ex-Paramilitary cop from Amravati, Maharashtra and Mumbai raised freestyle performer, rapper, Darpan drops his new music video today titled “Dhyan Deo”. The song is based on the journey of his life and is the Intro track of his recently launched album ‘Asliyat’. Darpan started his career in 2012 and the track features a unique music video with a quirky fresh feel through animation.
Created and launched before lockdown, Darpan wanted the album to be a reflection of the story of his life and the reality we are in. With each track, he showcases a phase and the experiences he has had.
Each of the seven tracks is an interesting blend that shows the rapper’s real-life emotions with lyrics are penned by Darpan himself. A Maharashtra born and bred individual, Darpan’s music showcases influences of his own identity and his life as a cop working in the treacherous Naxalite area. The track ‘Jaag Yuva Jaag’ is a call by the rapper to enliven youth in our country to pay attention to the world around them, understand the power they have in having a voice against inhumanities they have seen. ‘Hamla’, ‘Khatra’, ‘Bande’, ‘Bhailog’, and ‘Hao Bhai’ is also a form of Darpan’s way of expanding his learnings he has witnessed in society that has a banger of a start with Dhyan Deo.
The song’s music video is an animated visual extolling the rapper’s life and how he started his journey in the music industry. ‘Dhyan Deo’ is very close to the rapper’s heart with an Indian gully feel to the music video captured perfectly. Most wanted records have always innovated with talent and after curating music with rapper Darpan coupled with the success he received in the past, this Music video is sure to gain attention.
Recently, renowned Singer Megha Chopra came to Delhi for her latest song launch ” Lohri Aundi Lohri”. She has recreated the traditional folk song “Sundar Mundariye” with a modern twist for the new-age audience. The song will give you major festive vibes in this season of harvest. The promotional event was held at Shangri-La’s Hotel, Connaught Place. Along with the Singer Megha, Music Director Shashwat also graced the event. The song is out on all social media platforms.
Talking about the song, Megha said ” Festival of Lohri is very close to my heart. Since childhood, I have celebrated this festival every year. As the year was ending Farmer’s agitation also got started and keeping the festival in mind, I sang this song. I hope listening to my song makes people forget their stress for those three minutes and enjoy.”
Known for its expertise in premium-quality furniture, alsorg is a Gurgaon-based brand that designs & manufactures bespoke interior pieces. This month, they introduce to you the currently-trending bedroom collections that feature simple & contemporary elements with a touch of timelessness to them. Following a clean aesthetic, these bedroom collections compose of classic, yet detailed furniture for your spaces.
QUATTRO COLLECTION:
QUATTRO is a bedroom collection that exhibits a synergy between warm & cold materials. Also, the heart of this collection is a four-poster bed, with a beautifully crafted wooden frame & rose gold metal highlights. The panelling behind the bed is a combination of statuario tiles & a finely-patterned exotic veneer. Placed against this wall is the leather headboard of the bed with fine stitching details. Following the metal & glass sliding doors placed between the walk-in wardrobe & the bedroom functions as a partition between the two spaces.
LINEA COLLECTION:
LINEA bedroom celebrates alsorg’shigh-end glass wardrobes which are a technological marvel. A play of lines, i.e. the most essential element of design, runs across the entire panorama of this setup. Composed in a combination of dark greys and brown, the material palette of this collection is highly refined & mature. Subtle details like the oxidized finish of the console, add value to the simplest of designs; thereby personifying alsorg’s design philosophy.
ISOLA COLLECTION:
ISOLA bedroom collection is born out of the idea of placing the bed as a central island in the room with the wardrobe behind it. The bed is a combination of veneer matt & upholstery in neutral tones. The closet is a variation of alsorg’s range of tinted glass wardrobes with metal profiles.
‘A PLAYFUL & SOPHISTICATED RANGE OF SCENTS CO-CREATED WITH MIDDLE-EASTERN WOMEN AND INFLUENCERS’
If your scent could speak, what would it say? Never afraid to make a bold statement, The Body Shop are celebrating freedom of expression with an innovative new fragrance range. Working creatively with women from across the region, the brand has created the Scents of Life collection. Fragrance lovers can design their own bespoke fragrances with a mix and match collection of Fragrances, Essences and Spritzes – 15 cruelty-free, vegan scents for women and men. This is a changing time in the region. Women are finding their voice, and The Body Shop is right there with them. Expanding on their existing fragrance expertise, the brand has partnered with Middle Eastern influencers to co-create a playful take on the time-honoured tradition of mixing scents, supporting female empowerment, self-expression and progress for a new generation. With the Scents of Life range, it’s your fragrance, your choice.
IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE YOUR INDIVIDUALITY, EXPRESS YOURSELF AND HAVE FUN WITH FRAGRANCE.
POWERFUL AND POTENT ESSENCES
The Body Shop Oil Pomegranate and Red Apple20 ML_ INR 2445
The Body Shop Oil Rose & Cedarwood 20 ML_ INR 2445
The Body Shop Oil-Ginger-&-Cinnamon 20 ML_ INR 2445
SOPHISTICATED AND LONG-LASTING FRAGRANCES
The Body Shop EDT-Red-Fixation – INR 2295
The Body Shop EDT-Pure-Attraction – INR 2295
The Body Shop EDT-Gold-Addiction – INR 2295
FRESH AND UPLIFTING SPRITZERS
The Body Shop Mist-All-Mine _ INR 1445
The Body Shop Mist-Charm-Me _ INR 1445
The Body Shop Mist-My-Pick _ INR 1445
About The Body Shop
Founded in 1976 in Brighton, England, by Dame Anita Roddick, The Body Shop is a global beauty brand and a certified B Corp™. The Body Shop seeks to make positive change in the world by offering high-quality, naturally-inspired skincare, body care, hair care and make-up produced ethically and sustainably. Having pioneered the philosophy that business can be a force for good, this ethos is still the brand’s driving force. The Body Shop operates about 3,000 retail locations in more than 70 countries. Along with Aesop, Avon and Natura, The Body Shop is part of Natura &Co, a global, multi-channel and multi-brand cosmetics group that is committed to generating positive economic, social and environmental impact. The four companies that form the group are committed to generating positive economic, social and environmental impact.
The pandemic has taught the World some great lessons and almost everyone has realized the worthiness of humanity. We realized the implications of our actions on the environment and everyone around us and realized how we all are connected. Conscious Carma was born amidst the pandemic, realizing the urgency to highlight every single act of goodness. And also to encourage others and bring about a revolution to make this World a better place to live.
“Conscious Carma, in simple words means, Think Before You Act! If we all start following this simple rule, the world will become a better place to live. Ofcourse, provided we all think and act in the manner most appropriate to the entire creation”, says Poonam K Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief of Conscious Carma magazine.
Conscious Carma is a bi-monthly global e-magazine from India. The prime agenda is to applaud Governments, Corporates, Societies, Individuals who are taking conscious initiatives towards a sustainable, equal world. The magazine incorporates product innovations and breakthrough technologies for a sustainable world, CSR initiatives of Corporates, philanthropic deeds of individuals. It also includes various initiatives of the Governments aimed at sustainable, equal and overall growth of citizens and the economy. The First issue of the magazine launched in Dec 2020.
“Sustainability has always been a core competent of our culture. Environment friendly practices continue to be a part of our lifestyle. It is important to be conscious in how we live, to use the resources carefully, save it for the next generation. Let us draw lessons from both ancient wisdom and scientific facts. And implement those practices in our daily lives and be kind to everything and everyone around us”, adds Tashi Narula, Executive Editor, Conscious Carma Magazine.
