PakistanToday Paperazzi issue 40 june 08th

SUMMERTIME MADNESS

Samad Saleem’s birthday bash

brainwashed to be whitewashed

By Sanam

Taseer

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#readbetweenthelines

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16 Summertime Madness Samad Saleem celebrates his birthday 22 Salt ‘N Spa Salt Cave Spa launches in Lahore 28 New Girl In Town Sammy K launches in Lahore 48 Cynosure Borderline Cover Shoot 65 What We Fancy Find out what tickles our fancy 66 Bridelicious Featuring Salina Taqi 68 Love to Love You Ayesha Sohail & Amna Farhan 70 Blurred Lines Dive in the linear zone and make a statement in lines!

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Publisher Arif Nizami l Publishing Editors: Samina Khan & Meher Tareen l Contributing Editor: Ali Nizami Sub Editors: Neha Puri & Natasia Khalid | Creative Director: Muhammad Asif | Marketing: Sohail Abbas 0300-4652194, Zahid Ali 0301-8479758, Muddasir Alam 0333-2282905, Zulfiqar Butt 0300-8451634, Kashif Shehzad 0321-2672501 Photographer at large: Irfan Younas | Printed at PTPRINT Press, 4- Shaarey Fatima Jinnah Lahore.

Paperazzi is a project of Paper Magazine and Pakistan Today. | Contact Details: papermagazine2010@gmail.com

Kamil Khan & Amna Wahid Mehek, Sana, Nadine Masood & Anita

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Samad Saleem hosted a super fun night to celebrate his birthday. The indoor outdoor ambient lighting really set the mood and friends were seen having good laughs over drinks.

Siham Zafar & Samad Saleem

Raja Baber & Nida Alvi

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Hasan Mandviwala, Malika Rangoonwala, Jaffer Hasan, Sarah Hussain & Samad Saleem

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Adeel Paul

Minhal Malik

Danish Amjad, Ashok Chawla & Afzal Leghari

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Azeem Paul

Raheel Paul, Nabia Muzaffar with a friend

Samad Saleem & Tasneem Merchant

Rubeel & Iman

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Stephanie & Ayesha Imtiaz

Eram

Bushra & Nadia

summer extravaganza The designers hosted a summer extravaganza by launching Nadia Hussain’s collection at their store in JLT, Dubai.

The event was well organised

by Savvy PR.

Ayesha Noman Sharmila Farooqi

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Najwa Imran

Sameera & Sheetal

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Rana Noman & Shahzad Raza Amanat Ali

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Salt Cave Spa launched at the Galleria Mall into the world of health and beauty in Lahore.

The event was managed by Nirvana Events and PR.

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Krisztina

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Osman Pervaiz Mughal

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Seher, Fatima, Zainab, Sidra & Mahi

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Moin Khan

Iman & Labeeka

Asma Shah, Sarah & Ayisha 24

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Sobia & Asad Sheikh

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Moin Khan

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Amina & Sana

Mohyuddin Khan, Rabia & Wali

The launch event of Moin Khan’s epic motorcycle journey across Pakistan, sponsored by Brighton Paints, was held at the Nishat Hotel.

Amal KhanFarooqi Sharmila

Khadijah Shah

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Anum Malik

Jalal & Aisha

Aasia Saail

Mustafa, Sobia & Zarpash

new girl in town Alyzeh & Sammy K

Sammy K from Karachi launched its flagship store in Lahore at the Vogue Towers on MM Alam Road. The store was inaugurated by cricketer Moin Khan & PR was done by Savvy PR.

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Guest, Sadia & Farah

Huma & Uzma

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Rana Noman & Javeria

it’s show time!

Rana Noman presented The Lost Identity, and Hamna Amir Jewels did their first international show at the Russel Hotel, Russel Square London at the weddings of Asia event highlighting the very best in South Asian fashion. PR for this event was done by Savvy PR.

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Zaheer Abbas

Shalini & Jitesh

Huma & Rizwan

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Mr. Sadruddin Hashwani, Chairman Hashoo Group along with family member

AWARD WINNING!

A festive event at the Hashoo House was held to honour Mr. Sadruddin Hashwani’s acceptance of the Knight-Commander in the Order of Leopold II award presented by the ambassador of Belgium, Peter Claes.

Mr. Mrs.Peter Claes

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Mr. & Mrs. Salman Shah

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M.A Bawany

Ashraf Adam G

Famalies of Ambassador

Ms. Sarah Hashwani along with guests

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Richard Olson

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Mehvish & Sahar

Mahgul, Kamiar, Mehreen & Khadija

MAHGUL MAKES A MARK

Designer label MAHGUL exhibited its latest Summer Prêt-à-Porter collection at Home Couture in Lahore. PR for this event was done by Lotus PR.

Attiya, Saadia & Minhal

Meesha Shafi

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Fatima Fazli & Raafia

Iman Sheikh

Mehryn, Mehreen & Aleena

Yasmin

Mehreen Syed Huma Amir Shah, Ayesha & Hira

Yousaf Shahbaz & Amir Rashid

Rabia

Muzi Sufi

Hafsa Shayan

Sara

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Uzma Anoushay Ashraf Pervez

the world is khas Ayesha, Zara, Zebi, Rotaba & Nadia

KHAS - The lifestyle store was launched in DHA with a big bang along with its 2014 Collection. The event was managed by Bilal Mukhtar Events & PR.

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Anoushay & Asad

Sundus Akbar

Naila Ishtiaq

Sharmeen

Reema

Mehreen, Iman & Shehryar

Momina, Nael Ahmed & Teena

Fatima & Maham

Amber Liaqat

Haiya Bokhari

Huma Amir Shah

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Sarah Waqar & Asmaa Mumtaz Sarah pulls off brocade pants effortlessly & Asmaa makes a statement in bright accessories.

Marium Salman & Jania Bhatti Marium rocks an all black look & Jania looks elegant as always in a Sania Maskatiya dress

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Maliha Lone

makes a statement in a sheer studded skirt.

Arjumand Bano

on trend in a tulle ruffed top paired with a printed skirt. We love it!

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Mariam Tareen Sethi looks cool in skinny black jeans, pointy shoes & a collared silk shirt. Uber chic!

MEHVISH KHAN CASUAL | FORMAL | BRIDAL

FLAGSHIP STORE OPENING SOON ON MM ALAM ROAD LAHORE Contact: 0321 8441254 www.facebook.com/mehvishkhancouture Photography by: Faisal Farooqui

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Tel: 042 3576 4726 & 6-G, Liberty Plaza, Liberty Market.

Tel: 042 3575 0882 ISLAMABAD: Shop # 11, Block 12-B, Jinnah Super Market, (F-7 Markaz).

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brainwashed to be whitewashed SANAM TASEER An artwork titled mirror mirror by Carrie Mae Weems shows a black woman looking into a mirror where a white woman appears. The subtitle reads ‘Mirror mirror on the wall, who is the finest of them all?’ The mirror says “Snow White, you black *****, and don’t you forget it!!!’

Apa Zubaida recently came in a bleach cream advert with the catch phrase ‘gora bane ga pakistan’ Amid the widespread condemnation I thought they were being a bit hard on poor old Apa. Its punishment enough that in the advert she glows with a bluish sepulchral hue like white underpants under a black light at a dance party. Let a few gullible mugs waste money on trying and being fairer if they want to.

That’s what the free market is all about.

No one raises a hue and cry when people sell products that con fatties. (I, of course, being one of the said oft conned fatties).

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But is it harmless? Can the concept of white beauty exist without a frame of black ugliness? If ‘white’ is fragile, if white is pure then dark must be coarse and savage.

If the beauty of white women is founded on charm, purity, and delicacy than the inverse must be true - Black is dumb, angry, fleshy, fertile, and strong. Only whiteness—in opposition to its antithesis blackness, is deserving of love.

Just as Snow White was loved at first sight by a necrophiliac prince I too have a white friend who inspires instant devotion. Unfortunately, or perhaps consequently, she is a ruthless predator when it comes to relationships.

I am often left to console a string of broken hearted boyfriends who always echo the refrain ‘But inside she is so pure.’ My words ‘She’s not pure you idiot she is just white.’ usually fall on deaf ears. White girls are Disney Princesses who cannot possibly be cruel and shallow.

Beauty is often subtly twinned with morality.

But anti-blackness in South Asia is also not just about who bags the best boys. It is also tied in with deeply embedded class hatred. Black is smelly because black is poor. Indians are running a ‘Dark is Beautiful’ campaign with a sultry actress at its fore. But given the choice between whiteness and blackness, how do you choose blackness, when even a child already knows that white is generally synonymous with the wealthy elite who arbitrate their lives?

So Apa Zubaida, thanks for the totkas, but we don’t need an extra pinch of self loathing in an already over seasoned khichri bubbling over with ignorance and shame.

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My niece, the funniest person I know!

Tez and I in Istanbul

HUMA AMIR SHAH

LIFE on paperazzi

Digging for bargains in Manhattan with my mother

SHOW HOST

At Central Park in New York City My love for food!

Shopping with my sister

Tez and I had a ball at our own wedding!

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With my best friend Hira

My baby brother’s children, Nadine and Shahmir

printed passion Wardha Saleem Lawn SS 2014 by Shariq Textiles

Wardha Saleem Lawn SS 2014 by Shariq Textiles presents a wide array of quirky and traditional prints inspired by the diverse flavors our culture has to offer. Infusing unconventional embroideries and a vibrant color palette in the designers’ signature style, Wardha Saleem Lawn SS 2014 prints depict true love for Pakistan.

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In the Spotlight Fashion designer Sehr Khosa talks to Paperazzi!

How would you describe your childhood?

I was born in Multan, and studied there most of my life. I was the youngest of the two brothers. I lost my brother Jehan when I was 12 years old. That’s when we moved to Lahore. I’m the youngest and the most loved by my family!

What do you value most in your friends?

For me, friendship is loyalty. That’s what I value the most.

Who are your fashion influences/inspirations?

My personal favourites are Coco Chanel, Elie Saab, Manish Malhotra and Elan.

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work I am a Multan born barrister at law from Lincoln’s Inn. I take my inspiration from my parents and brother Shahbaz. I practiced law with my father and brother, who are both very talented lawyers. I started a design house called Allechant four years ago, it’s primary purpose was to help provide for the needy, since then Allah has been kind.

How would you define your personal style?

My personal style has always been western conservative.

Mostly silk fabrics, bouncy locks and the no makeup look. (which btw is created with makeup haha!)

What is your biggest strength as a designer?

I’ve always been in awe of fairytales, and it’s the royal gowns that Allechant makes so that each and everyone of us can be a princess with or without the Prince!

Since you’re a barrister as well, do you plan to practice anytime soon?

Law has always been my passion and my first love! I had been practicing it with my father and brother just taking a break to give more time to Allechant.

How would you define the fashion scene in Pakistan?

Pakistan has the most stylish people I know. Every individual has their own unique sense of style. Pakistan street style on Instagram has done a good job showing us how chic Pakistani women are.

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What do you wish you had more time for?

I always wanted to properly launch an Allechant shoe line. InshAllah soon, when I have more time on my hands.

What is something very few people know about you?

That I’m a great cook!

What do you like to do for fun?

For me fun is something I enjoy and that’s to see a smile on someone’s face. I would find someone needy and help them, The more the merrier.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

Physically I would change my nose haha!

Rapid fire: Favourite holiday destination Take me to London and nobody gets hurt :) Your fashion icon My mother Guilty pleasure Omg I have the biggest sweet tooth give me cake and abracadabra it’s gone!

Favoutire accessory My bracelet Favourite perfume Tomford Sahara Noir and Ellie Saab Three words to describe yourself Adventurous, loyal and a dreamer!

what we fancy!

From the makers of Paperazzi!

Find out what tickles our fancy!

hot spot

hot couple!

The name speaks for itself! Hot spot is the perfect place to go to for a decadent indulgence in their prodigious variety of desserts including brownies, milkshakes, cheesecakes & much more! We highly recommend their pastas which will keep you coming back for more!

on the playlist

Caught by the Paperazzi cameras: Aida Khan & Aqib Fayyaz are on our hot couple list!

Wiggle by Jason Derulo is a fun song you must listen to.

hollywood fun stuff Elan’s new daywear line Elan Vital is now available at the Galleria and at Mall of Lahore. We love the fun art struck collection, something every girl needs in her summer wardrobe!

fun & quirky

Sohail Salahuddin is always up to no good! He defines quirky and if you want a piece of him, you can always find him at the Cafe Upstairs!

hot stuff

Sahar Zafar is definitely one of the hottest girls in town. She is cool & confident and always makes a statement.

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Awards took place in New York City. Fashion Icon award-winner Rihanna turned heads in an Adam Selman embellished gown which was entirely sheer and the look gave a Gatsby vibe - not a sight we get to see everyday on RiRi!

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As a child I always wanted to wear Faiza Samee on my mehndi.

I’ve grown up watching my mom and khala wearing her so it’s something I wanted to wear for one of my functions.

Subsequently, Faiza Samee created my mehndi ensemble and I absolutely loved the majestic color play. I opted for a bold look, so at that time, which was 2009, Saba Ansari created just the oompphh that I wanted!

Jewellery is from Hasan Javeri, which is super gold but will always be in-vogue.

re co m me n da ti o n

M ake to do l is ts & get o n to p of y o ur game . Drin k p lenty of water , add lo ts of fru its an d ve getables to y o ur diet to add th at glow to y o ur s kin . Get p lenty of s leep an d do n o t loos e too m uch w eigh t . Cal m y o ur nerves by doin g y o ga & be patient w ith y o ur fam ily . I ts y o ur las t few w ee ks l i v in g w ith y o ur parents , gi ve th em qual ity time ins tead of bein g gru m p y . M os t im portantly remem ber y o ur w eddin g is o ne day , marriage is for a l ifetime . K eep fo cus ed o n th e reas o ns y o u p icked each o th er .

Being a bride is possibly one of the most difficult processes one goes through! We plan our wedding day and what we will wear years before the actual wedding.

Meticulous planning goes into each look from the colour combinations and embellishment of the outfits to the jewellery, hair and makeup. Here we feature some of our favourite brides and show you what they wore to their special days.

Find out what they have to say!

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For my baraat, I decided to go for a traditional look with an elegant touch -something my features and small frame could support, and the well renouned Bunto Kazim made that happen. My make up had to be done by Shamain. I absolutely love her work, and loved the look she did on my baraat. Jewels are from Canary Diamonds Singapore. I was extremely happy with the over all look as it epitomized perfect elegance!

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My valima was all about pink (my favorite color). I truly believe that Umer Sayeed’s clothes are pure magic and he proved me right by making me dazzle in this outfit. The entire look was left upon him and it was exactly how I wanted it. Make up for this day was done by Shamain who, once again, out did herself. Our family jeweller in Pakistan Huma jeweller; who also made my moms wedding set, designed my jewellery for my valima.

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love to love you!

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bff ’ s Lovers come and go, but best friends are here to stay! You have had your best most memorable, stomach hurting laughs with them. They have an uncanny way of reading your mind.

They keep you focused, pick you up when you are down and are always there which is simply priceless. You may be hating them sometimes but that’s only beacuse you love them.

We get two best friends to tell us what they love and hate about each other.

Ayesha Sohail & Amna Farhan fi ve th in gs i lo ve & hate

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1 . I can dis cuss an y th in g an d I k n ow th at it w ill s tay betw een us 2 . T h e fact th at s h e can w ear a po tato s ack an d loo k dro p dead gorgeo us 3 . I can be as carefree an d s peak m y m in d w itho u t bein g j udged 4 . S h e is als o m y pers o nal s ty l is t 5 . S h e ’ s m y excus e to travel to D u bai

i h ate h er becaus e Am na forgi ves too eas ily S h e does n o t co m p lain , at all L i ves far away fro m me n ow S h e ’ s s marter th an me . H ah a !

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i h ate h er becaus e 1 . S h e h an dles h er pro blem s o n h er ow n an d wo n ’ t really s h are th em 2 . S h e keeps h er in nermos t s e crets ins ide h er 3 . S h e can ’ t goss i p h ah a !

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1 . H er abs o lu te cal m nature .

Ayes h a h as th is aura of cal m aro un d h er th at ru bs o n me w h en w e are togeth er .

2 . S h e h as been m y mos t trus ted an d lo y al frien d to date .

3 . H er exqu is ite tas te in clo th es , j ew elry , furn iture . T h e l is t is en d less . I trus t h er tas te bl in dly . I k new s h e w as des igner material w ay before s h e became a des igner 4 . S h e h as a beau tifu l h eart 5 . An d I am lucky to call h er m y true frien d

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Anam Mansuri wearing Sania Maskatiya

Jania Bhatti wearing Sania Maskatiya

blurred lines

Vertical or horizontal, asymmetrical or proportional, thick or thin, lines never cease to make a statement. It’s impossible to escape this classic yet au courant print so get ready to dive in the linear zone!

Shah Elahi

Nadira Khalid Iqraa Mansha

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Alyzeh Rahim

Shehla Chatoor Marium Saqib

Ammara

Alizeh Khalid

Nadia Ellahi

Zara Peerzada wearing Élan

Schezreh Rabbani

Meesha Shafi Nina Ali Anaam Ayub

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what’s happening!

Your weekly entertainment guide plus all the upcoming events and much much more! Paperazzi gives you the latest scoop!

mehvish khan flagship store

birthdays Adnan Malik & Ainy Jafri celebrate birthdays this week.

We hope they have a great day!

We’re super excited about the launch of Mehvish Khan’s flagship store this Sat on the 14th June! Don’t miss out!

fashion parade zena couture trunk show Ensemble at Zena Couture is a joint venture of two known brands in the South Asian luxury pret arena. A two day trunk show i sbeing hosted, displaying sarees, lehengas, shalwar kameezes and much more by various designers.

Whem: 7th & 8th June 2014 Where: Grovesnor House hotel, London. Contact on 44-7795-344150 for further details.

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Fashion Parade this year aims to celebrate Pakistani culture, showcasing designs to international audiences.

It’s a fashion forward platform that celebrates Asian Culture, Asian Fashion and entrepreneurs, so head to the Kengsington Palace to show your support! When: 9th June 2014. Where: Kensigton Palace, London.

08 - 14 June

horoscope

Our fab astrologer Zahid Haider, styles up your stars.Find out what’s in store for you this week!

For your in-depth weekly forecast call 0322-757-5219 E-mail: happyhaider65@gmail.com

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You’re good enough in conversation to know that the best way to get things out of people isn’t to tell stories, but to ask questions — questions upon questions.

That’s your focus on Monday: To get others to talk. Tuesday through Thursday, you won’t be much for conversations, what with money matters stressing you out — heightening your emotions, making you oddly both shy and aggressive. But your sense of balance (and your ATM balance as well) is restored on Friday. An adventure gives shape to Saturday, but Sunday is best spent doing something relaxing and uplifting. Run a bath. With bubbles.

When you walk by a piece of art on Monday — a painting in a lobby, a window display, even a public fountain — allow yourself a moment to take it in. Being receptive to the world is what this week is all about. Tuesday through Thursday, your life is all bold colors and loud noises and intense feelings. It’s thrilling, all this stimuli. You haven’t felt so connected in a while. It’s no wonder you find yourself thinking big on Friday.

Philosophy and a sense of possibility figure strongly on Saturday as well, and Sunday is your own twenty-four-hour Age of Enlightenment.

Cupid has descended and, on Monday, you’re walking around with an arrow stuck through you. You wear it well. The only problem with being this smitten is this: You’re not able to get anything done. Work, school, whatever it is — out the window! Tuesday through Thursday, slow down a bit, focus if you can, use your brain instead of your heart. Then, on Friday, go ahead and switch off the brain again and, to quote the song, turn on your heart light. It will be glowing through your shirt all weekend. On Sunday don’t be afraid to talk about how you feel.

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Something’s happening at home, and it’s not pretty. It’s not ugly, either — it’s just sort of annoying, on Monday especially. On Tuesday and Wednesday, your frustrations at home may be having an effect on other aspects of your life — which is doubly annoying — and Thursday’s anxieties have something to do with an official document (a new lease?).

It isn’t until Friday that you have time to do something for yourself, and do something for yourself you shall! The movies? A meal out? A dip in a pool somewhere? If you have social plans on Saturday or Sunday, you might be happier canceling.

You find a good rhythm on Monday. Your friends are finishing your sentences.

If you go on a date, it goes well. It’s remarkable to feel like all your needs are being met. Then you go into the middle of the week — Tuesday through Thursday, basically — and realize that you’re still wanting in the family department. But you’re in a nurturing mood, so douse your family in love and see what happens. Friday and Saturday return you to the ever-pressing matter of your love life, which is unbelievably great right now. On Sunday do something for your health (a swim, for instance).

Be careful of impulse buying on Monday. A discussion about values with a good friend will set you on the right track and, hopefully, dissuade you from splurging on that pair of pants in that store window that, while they seem incredible on display, will just seem like another pair of pants once you buy them. Don’t do it! Midweek, your curiosity leads to some deep intellectual digging that turns up all sorts of interesting, emotional artifacts.

On Friday and Saturday, it’s all you can do not to run screaming from every interaction you have with your family.

But Sunday is romantic and fun.

You can see both sides of everything.

It’s sort of a problem on Monday. Do you want coffee or tea? Are you in love or do you just want to be friends? And so on.

Why must life be defined by choices?

The great thing about the middle of the week — Tuesday through Thursday — is that everything seems to happen on its own. Certain people are drawn to certain people. What’s meant to happen seems to, with little fiddling on your part. It’s relaxing. On Friday and Saturday, your friends mean everything to you, but don’t let them talk you into buying something you don’t need. Be shrewd Sunday as well.

You can see both sides of everything.

It’s sort of a problem on Monday. Do you want coffee or tea? Are you in love or do you just want to be friends?

And so on. Why must life be defined by choices? The great thing about the middle of the week — Tuesday through Thursday — is that everything seems to happen on its own. Certain people are drawn to certain people.

What’s meant to happen seems to, with little fiddling on your part. It’s relaxing. On Friday and Saturday, your friends mean everything to you, but don’t let them talk you into buying something you don’t need. Be shrewd Sunday as well.

aquarius

pisces

The things whizzing through your head on Monday are things you’d never talk about with a perfect stranger, but try it. Choose a perfect stranger, someone you have a good feeling about, and let loose. You’ll be amazed. Tuesday through Thursday, you find yourself on a quest to be useful to society in some way — do some volunteering or political activism, or hang something out your window that makes people smile — but Friday you don’t have to exert yourself to feel useful. Your friends make you feel needed in that way only friends can. Spend Saturday around friends too. But on Sunday, work.

Something’s bugging you on Monday, and it has to do with a small amount of money someone owes you. Once you address it, it will stop bugging you. Tuesday through Thursday, you’re wary, for reasons that anyone would understand, of being party to any more financial interactions, especially those that involve money leaving your pocket and going into someone else’s. Friday and Saturday, luck is on your side, but in social situations you’d be wise to consider everything you say before you say it, lest you wind up learning what the heel of your shoe tastes like. But Sunday’s easy.

21March/20April

24July/23August

21April/21May

24August/23September

sagittarius capricorn 23November/21December

22December/20January

You and a friend are sitting on a park bench on Monday when it dawns on you that watching people go by is not unlike watching a movie. If only you had popcorn! Decisions don’t come easily right now, but that’s fine with you, what with all the natural entertainment on offer. Tuesday through Thursday is less entertaining, or at least they’re less like the movies and more like the symphony: swelling, enigmatic, and emotional.

Friday returns you to the land of friends and park benches, and Saturday you’re happier than you’ve been in ages. On Sunday, write a friend a card. By hand.

Just because.

Work is effortless on Monday. Everyone else is moaning about not being in the mood to do this or that, but you’re on the phone and racing up and down in the elevator and, in general, keeping things afloat. You’re the star. Tuesday through Thursday, friends are laying on the attention extra thick — not because they want anything, but just because they like you. Flattering! Friday and Saturday, world domination — once firmly within your grasp — seems a bit harder to attain, but what about a slightly adjusted goal?

Something within the land of opportunity?

Sunday is a good planning day.

22May/21June

24September/23October

21January/19February

22June/23July

scorpio

24October/22November

20February/20March