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42. 6. Pulwama Attack Tribute 7. EDITOR’S NOTE 8. GLAM UP your look with magical strokes by AAKRITI GANDHI 10. ABU JANI SANDEEP KHOSLA: Fashion’s first designer DUO! 18. SHIVAN & NARRESH: Fashion’s favorite party 24. Celebrity POWER COUPLES 28. TANDORI NIGHTS: The love for Food 30. Building up a Successful Career Courtesy The Power of LOVE

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31. SGL Concepts by Nitu & Aditi 32. SUGANDHA & SUMIT: A Walk Together to Triumph the Fashion World! 34. The Creative & The Talented GITAANJALI MEHENDI 36. THE RAIBOW SKY 38. Keshav Suri: Happy & Gay 42. Trans Gender’s very own Naaz! 44. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Lag 45. Jab We Met 46. Top 5 Gay Friendly Countries 48. Delta: India’s first homegrown LGBTQ+ app 50. ADIEU, KARL LAGERFELD 56. TIPS & TRICKS on how to take care of your Luxury HandBags and accessories

58. CHAPTER II: Guide to choosing the right fabric for your suit 60. TOP 10: Spring/ Summer trends to not miss this 2019 64. Jewelry Must Haves 65. The Awe-Inspiring Attires at the 91st OSCAR 68. PARIS Fashion Week Fall 2019 69. TECHCESSORIES: The most stylish gadgets to buy in 2019 70. AMORE MIO by Hitu 72. FDCI’s ode to “MAKE IN INDIA” in Ahmedabad 75. “What To Eat Or What Not To Eat” A Simple Guide To Keep Yourself Fit 76. MODISH: Tried & Tested! 78. EDITOR’S PICK: Hottest Beauty Products for 2019 80. Want Celebrity like Flawless skin? Find their beauty SECRETS TO PERFECTION 81. Korean Beauty Secrets Unveiled 82. TOP Wellness Trends for 2019 84. 13 SUPERFOODS to boost your immunity 86. KEFIR 88. British Polo Day 92. Staying in Vogue, EVENTIQUE CONCEPTS by Reema Arora 94. RED CARPET Exhibition: The Gala Season 96. When you Exhibit in Style … You Exhibit at FAIRYTALE’SS’ 98. SPAZIO by Furniture Concepts 100. The Videowala 102. Find us Online 103. Horoscope 104. MODISH Directory MODISH MAGAZINE

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PULWAMA ATTACK 14/02/2019 We pay our heartfelt respect & condolences to the families of the soldiers who were martyred in the horrific attack in Pulwama.

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Editors’ picture : Makeup: Anu Kaushik & her team, Photography: The Videowala, Location: Anu Kaushik’s Studio, Chhatarpur

BETWEEN STARTING WORK ON THIS EDITION TO NOW WRITING THIS EDITOR’S NOTE (AN INDICATION OF OUR PROXIMITY TO OUR MAGAZINE’S NEXT EDITION RELEASE), SO MUCH HAS TRANSPIRED. AT THE OUTSET, WE TAKE THIS MOMENT TO CONVEY OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILIES OF THE BRAVE MEN WHO LOST THEIR LIVES AND HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE COWARDLY AND DASTARDLY TERROR ATTACKS IN PULWAMA.

As proud citizens of this country, we take this moment to unreservedly, passionately and committedly thank our armed forces who relentlessly, altruistically and brave heartedly fight for our safety by putting their own lives at risk. As we continue to see and hear stories of valor, fearlessness, heroism, and gallantry, it swells our heart with pride – an emotional wave that is running high and extreme in our country. Jai Hind! Now that we are here with our next edition, we cannot help but ruminate the uncanny timing of our issue “The Power of Love”. If there is one antidote to all the hatred, warmongering and empty bravado it has to be love. Contrary to popular belief, love need not necessarily be restricted to cuddling and caressing. It is not a sudden creation arising out of finding another individual. It has been deep seeded inside of us from the time we came into this world. For love is so basic in nature, that only when we express ourselves minus inhibitions of any kind can we truly feel fulfilled as human beings doing justice to ourselves – the humankind. Each time our issue hits the stands, we are inundated with messages from our readers, families, friends, brands and those from our fraternity. Amidst all the constructive feedback that we receive, the one that has been constant is that people are beginning to relate with Modish as the place for all their fashion and lifestyle needs. Truly, we are flabbergasted at the generosity that has come our way in such a short span of time. As we now look back at the time when we started with the innumerable brainstorming sessions for our fourth issue, we are humbled by what we have been able to put together for our readers. We have a vision, to be India’s leading fashion and lifestyle magazine, and we leave no MODISH MAGAZINE

stone unturned to be that. While each of our stories are extremely special to us, the Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, the cover story for this edition has been a milestone moment for the magazine. We are also extremely gratified and honored to soak ourselves in the colors of rainbow as we worked closely with the LGBTQ+ community to feature their stories and inter alia participate in the initiatives from the Lalit Group of Hospitality on spreading the message of rainbow love. Readers, we now hand over this labor of love and hard work to you, and hope you enjoy reading this edition as much as we enjoyed cre-

ating it. At the end of day, if there is one benchmark that we closely monitor and value, is the feedback from each one of you. We leave you with the promise of creating unique and exciting stories in our next edition. Until then our Readers, unleash the power of love within you for it can move mountains!

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Want to Look beautiful yet different always? Certainly, clothes play a major role but your makeup and hair are the most significant in making you look unique each time.

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POP-It-UP Mehendi LOOK

The bride looked peppy and bright for her mehendi ceremony, all clad in yellow (the traditional and auspicious color for an Indian bride). The bright eyes complimented the light base and soft pink lips beautifully toned down the whole look.

Pretty in PINK Wedding LOOK

Especially, when there is a wedding in the family, you want to look different on each day to gather all that attention at you. We pen down below four beautiful looks created for a bride for all her occasions by the magic hands of the extremely talented make-up artist, Aakriti Gandhi. Indeed, in just a stroke of a brush; she creates looks that are distinctive, attractive and flawless. Her versatility and creativity is evident in her work and her clients love her for that.

You will be left awestruck when you see the four different looks that Aakriti created for her bride for each of her special day.

The Tantalizing Engagement LOOK

Aakriti made her bride look alluring for the engagement function by giving her smokey eyes with nude lips. The hair was left open with beautiful and natural waves. The look was perfect for a cocktail and paired well with the midnight blue gown.

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For the wedding, the bride looked flawless and dewy in blush pink gota-patti lehenga. The look had been beautifully curated in light shades for the eye and bright pink for the lips. The overall look was subtle yet contemporary.

The Traditional Reception LOOK

The celebrations came to end with this beautiful Indian look that was given to the bride. It complemented the Indian attire that she had opted for her big day. The makeup looked completely bridal and traditional, just the way she wanted. What we loved the most was the use of different colors, tones and textures that were used by Aakriti Gandhi. She brought oodles of confidence and elegance in each of the brideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distinct appearances.

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Decades ago, at a chance encounter, two individuals met. Fast forward to a few years later, the individuals became a duo and the world calls them ABU JANI SANDEEP KHOSLA. You can almost hear an orchestra playing a symphony of timeless elegance and opulent grandeur in the milieu when that name echoes. MODISH MAGAZINE

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The last one year gave us a sneak peek into some of the biggest weddings in Bollywood. From the fashion diva Sonam Kapoor to B-wood queen Deepika Padukone to the one on a global domination spree Priyanka Chopra, it could not have gotten bigger than this. While they all got married to different men at different times of the year, there was one thing common between all these leading women. No points in guessing this one â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it was none other than the stalwarts of the fashion industry, AJSK. More recently, when Deepika Padukone shared her picture in Ivory and Gold Chikankari ensemble, it broke the internet in no time. She looked like a dream who walked straight into our Instagram handle from heaven. When Priyanka Chopra twirled in the patio in a multi-hued lehenga and a crop top with flamenco sleeves, it set the internet on fire. Or the hand embroidered 16-panelled ghaghra in two shades of off-white with a trail that was donned by Isha Ambani on her wedding. Each of them looked like a divine beauty courtesy AJSK and their immaculate sense of dressing the bride on her

D-Day. Truly, this designer duo created quite a stir in 2018 and prepping to raise the bar in 2019. In a freewheeling conversation with Modish, Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla open up about their journey, friendship, love for fashion, their partnership, what keeps them going and a lot more while also hinting at something new and fresh from the world of AJSK. MODISH: Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. For the fashion fraternity itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a match made in heaven. Tell us how these power packed names came together and became such a sensational success story. We met at a common friend's Independence Day Brunch in 1986. The rapport was instant. We spoke about our design philosophy and dreams that afternoon and decided on pure instinct to join forces and make them a reality. We had no formal training in fashion, our parents loaned us two lakhs, money they could ill-afford to loan and we began working on our first collection called Mata Hari. We also opened a boutique by the

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same name in early 1987. Rest as they say is history. What we lacked in training and finances we replaced with an unswerving passion for beauty sans compromise. We were committed to creating the finest irrespective of the blood, sweat and tears it took. It is a commitment we hold onto 32 years later. Whatever it takes, is our motto and we live by it. MODISH: Fashion is not worth its salt if it does not keep up with the changing time, mindsets and generations. AJSK is a name that has not only stood the test of time but has grown stronger, expanded globally and has a profound presence in the fashion world. How has AJSK managed to evolve during the course of three decades and still stay relevant? For any artist remaining relevant is not the prime motivation, honing and expanding their expression is. Reinvention comes as a natural result of that practice. We are always restless. We are forever learning. Relentless in our ambition to break our own bar and rules.

We had no formal training in fashion, our parents loaned us two lakhs, money they could ill-afford to loan and we began working on our first collection called Mata Hari. We also opened a boutique by the same name in early 1987. Rest as they say is history. You have to be turned on by what you do, else you stagnate. You have to constantly jump into the unknown and unchartered. Whether it is the move to diffusion and prêt-à-porter from pure couture or our work with interiors and event design or the launch of our western wear label, we constantly challenge ourselves. And growth as an artist, as a design house lies in that perpetual evolution. MODISH: In 2002, Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla did the costume designing for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s romantic drama “Devdas” that we all know was a majestic spectacle of love, life, loss and drama and also a landmark film in the history of Indian cinema. Later, the both of you went on to win the prestigious and coveted National Award for costume design for “Devdas”. How was that experience like and what does it feel to be the recipient of a National Award? It was wonderful to meet Sanjay Bhansali who gave us a completely free hand to work on the film. We revived Banarasi brocades, incorporated khadi, and our favourite chikankari in the costumes. We were inspired by the beautiful Madhuri Dixit and in the course met the iconic grand master Birju Maharaj. We also created a line of jewellery for the movie. Devdas also featured our voluminous crushed fabric ensembles with gota. We also chose to revisit and revive our mirror work done originally for Rima Kapoor Jain’s wedding in 1990 and designed a spectacular mirrorwork ghagra for Madhuri Dixit as Chandramukhi. We continue to reinvent mirror work today, which is still inspiring and MODISH MAGAZINE

influencing the industry almost 2 decades later. We worked relentlessly and feverishly, it was a lot of hard work, creatively satisfying and the national award was an icing on the cake. MODISH: Fast forward to 2018, the celebrated designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla decided to return to costume designing for movies with “Veere Di Wedding”. What took you sixteen years and why did you opt for “Veere Di Wedding”? We love Rhea and Sonam Kapoor and when Rhea, who we consider one of the finest stylists in our country approached us for the film we were excited. Rhea was keen to revive vintage AJSK designs with a totally modern spin. We went into creative overdrive with four female protagonists in lead roles. It was a dream collaboration come true. We revived our miniature collection and designed a blouse for Sonam Kapoor. Kareena Kapoor Khan wore a Chikankari lehenga from

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our archives, paired with an off-shoulder choli with pearl tassels on the sleeves. There was the crazy constellation lehenga in the engagement scene and we introduced thigh high slits on ghagras. The costumes became trendsetters for bridal ensembles across the country. It was highly gratifying. Designing for strongly written women characters, each one, unique, was thrilling. Women rule our hearts and our world. MODISH: We have seen quite a few famous celebrity duet split in the course of time for various reasons despite a long-standing tenure. For Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla, what is it that cements your relationship as partners working together for so many years in the industry and still going strong. We feel extraordinarily blessed in each other. As humans, as artists, as partners. A deep sense of respect for each other as professionals, an alchemy where 1 plus 1 always creates more than 2, a willingness to disagree and even enthusiasm for disagreement has kept us going. Also patience. A lot of patience (they break into a laughter). You must embrace one another as a whole, good, bad and ugly. Once you do, there is no letting go of a beautiful thing.

We feel extraordinarily blessed in each other. As humans, as artists, as partners. A deep sense of respect for each other as professionals, an alchemy where 1 plus 1 always creates more than 2 left: Kareen Kapoor in a lehenga by AJSK

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MODISH: You have a rich and extravagant body of work build over the last three decades. One look at your collection and the first thing that strikes your mind is the extravaganza, lavishness and elegance that intricately rest on the subtle tone of “larger than life”. Where does the inspiration behind those swish designs come from? Inspiration is everywhere. Artists feel things deeply, they see things differently. Life, emotions, experience all come together and dance with the inner imagination to create an expression. History, music, architecture, art, travel, all expand and influence one's creative horizons. We have an insatiable appetite for Beauty. We are never satisfied with ourselves. We always strive for bigger, better, different and we are willing to do whatever it takes to make those dreams a reality. MODISH: The world knows your love for white right from the start. In the early 90’s you did a white on white Khadi Collection and since then you have dressed a battery of celebrities in white. How did your love story with white start? It is an instinctive thing. White is pure, pristine, supremely elegant and timeless. It is the perfect canvas for embroideries; its beauty is unparalleled and ethereal. We see its beauty as universal. Winter or summer, casual or couture. Wedding or Red Carpet, it is a personal passion. MODISH MAGAZINE

MODISH: Now over the years you have sort of branched out with different labels to cater to people with different kind of fashion sensibilities. Of course, there is the time renowned Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. Then you have ASAL, Gulabo and Khosla Jani. How did each of these labels find life and whose brainchild was it? We began with Couture and for many years could not see ourselves work in other sectors of fashion. Then we realized we must challenge ourselves. That diffusion was not dilution but carrying forth the essence of our design philosophy to new arenas and audiences. That is how ASAL by Abu Sandeep was born. With western wear, we did not want to join the bandwagon and waited until the idea of an international label and silhouettes appealed to us. KHOSLA JANI began as a creative experiment with a capsule collection and is now a full-fledged label that has formal, red carpet and couture as its expression. GULABO by Abu Sandeep is our ode to easy breezy resort inspired, prêt-à-porter with attitude. We love the idea of dressing women for every mood and occasion. At every budget, whether it is casual or haute, our labels now incorporate it all. Saudamini Mattu, our CEO, was instrumental in the decision to expand the House of ABU JANI SANDEEP KHOSLA. Her business vision and youth gave us new blood and a new ambition to grow.

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We love our clients. Many of them are close friends. Every person we dress we treat as a VIP. Because they are. It delights us to have dressed three generations of families.

MODISH: You have a dedicated clientele. Your patronage vows by you. From the Bachchans to the Kapadia’s and across generations you have dressed them repeatedly. What does it take to build a strong relationship with AJSK? We love our clients. Many of them are close friends. Every person we dress we treat as a VIP. Because they are. It delights us to have dressed three generations of families. When you give it your all, it shows. It is appreciated and it becomes a lifelong relationship.

above: Deepika Padukone in a beautiful AJSK chikankari ensemble at her wedding reception

MODISH: Last year, we saw a lot of famous celebrities like Sonam Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra and Isha Ambani walk down the aisle. Interestingly, you dressed each one of them on their most treasured occasion in life and their family members as well. And the 16,000 man-hours for Deepika’s Ivory and Gold Chikankari ensemble. How has been the experience? 2018 was the year of weddings. It was delightful to be entrusted with ensembles and event design. A huge challenge and exhausting but certainly invigorating as artists. We made sure that every bride looked absolutely unique and got the ensemble and celebration of her dreams. Sonam's chikankari ensemble was entirely different to Deepika's. Priyanka wore diverse looks from fabulously folksy to glam sari to form fitting lehenga in pastels. Every ensemble paid homage to the unique beauty and personality of the bride. Joy is made to measure.

MODISH: International celebrities like Judi Dench, Beyoncé, Carrie Underwood, Sophie Turner have worn your creations. How different is it to create and dress an international celeb vis-à-vis a celebrity back home. It is no different. We design for ourselves. The philosophy and expression is universal and unchanging. We use international models for that very reason because we don't think Indian silhouettes are ‘ethnic wear’. We see their beauty as global. Whether it is Dame Judi Dench or Beyonce or Sophie Turner we dress them in Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla as much as we do in Khosla Jani. In their thirty-two yearlong illustrious journey, the distinguished designer duo have created fashion miracles, set trends, crossed international boundaries and made some wonderful friendships. The ace couturiers have carved a niche for themselves in the industry as well-appointed champions of modishness and majesty who continue to stun the fashion fraternity with their ideas and designs.

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FASHION IS In our blood. Fun, Fabulous and a statement of personal style.

THE CELEBRITY YOU LOVE DRESSING Too many to list. Every woman we dress is a star.

YOUR FIRST MUSE Our mothers and women in our families. Sunita Pitamber, Jaya Bachchan and Dimple Kapadia.

IF YOU WEREN’T DESIGNERS THEN We would rather be dead. Nothing else we could be but who we are.

THE DESIGNER WHOSE WORK YOU LOVE John Galliano and Alexander McQueen

YOUR HAPPIEST MOMENT Breaking our own Bar. The joy that comes with the company of time spent with each other, family, and friends.

WHAT’S NEXT FROM THE WORLD OF AJSK Watch this space. It is coming soon.

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above: Gulabo by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, below: Asal by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla

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Fashion’s favorite party A DECADE AGO, HAVING CREATED RIPPLES IN THE INTERNATIONAL FASHION CORRIDORS, THE SWIMWEAR SPECIALISTS SHIVAN BHATIYA AND NARRESH KUKREJA FORAYED INTO THE INDIAN BEACHES WITH A SPLASH. THE DYNAMIC DESIGNER DUO SHOWCASED THEIR FIRST LUXURY SWIMWEAR LINE IN CANNES AT THE MARE DI MODA BEACHWARE AWARDS IN 2008. SOON IN 2009, THE DUO WERE ON THE POWER LIST OF A LEADING INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE. With their India debut in 2010 at the Lakme Fashion Week Summer Resort 2010, there has been no turning back for this avant-garde designer duo. Today, SHIVAN & NARRESH is India’s first luxury swimwear and holiday wear brand and we cannot be more thankful to them. An unconventional start, beyond doubt. In this freewheeling chat with Modish, Shivan Bhatiya – Head Designer and Narresh Kukreja – Creative Director for SHIVAN & NARRESH take us through their journey, talk about their proudest moment, delve upon the importance of an inclusive fashion world and share with us the inspiration behind few of their groundbreaking designs that took the world of fashion by a storm.

These design competitions helped us earn scholarships to pursue our education further in Italy. Winning the Mittelmoda International Beachwear Awards brought out our passion for swimwear and convinced us to explore this segment, thus starting the journey of our brand. We finally launched the brand in Cannes in 2010 where we were offered to showcase our collection for Mare di Moda, which is the swimwear manufacturing association of Europe. It is with their support and cooperation that we could start our global luxury holiday brand with its origins in India.

Take us through the history of SHIVAN & NARRESH. How did the union of Shivan Bhatiya and Narresh Kukreja come about?

Your style of fashion is distinctly different from the style of other renowned designers. As far as one can tell, the brand - SHIVAN & NARRESH has been the torchbearer of the luxury swimwear label in an overtly conscious and traditional country. How did this style of fashion originate in your mind?

Shivan: Our journey began in NIFT Delhi where we met during our under graduation. We collaborated and participated in several international design competitions, namely the Italian, Mare di Moda Beachwear Awards 2006 held in Bali and World of Wearable Art Awards 2006 in New Zealand.

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creation of the brand that can be draped in ten different ways and is perfect for people who wish to lounge by a beach or a pool.

The first thought to cross your mind when you think of SHIVAN & NARRESH is a beach party and exotic vacations. There is a lasting smile. Spreading cheer through your kind of fashion must bring a different kind of satisfaction. How are you achieving that? Narresh: Being a holiday wear brand for men and women we understand the importance of their opinion and judgement. We are responsive to their needs and constantly take inputs from them. Comfort, design and confidence are key to our creative process in every sense. Hence, we push our creative boundaries and experiment with new styles and different silhouettes every season.

als, who are aware of the contemporary trends, and have been traveling more to beaches and resort destinations. Moreover, swimwear is now being seen as something beyond the pool or the beach and has found a utility as a bodysuit to be worn with trousers, shorts, shirts, etc. Hence, the demand has seen an exponential increase in the millennial demographic. The “bikini sari” created quite a stir in the fashion industry. Almost revolutionary. What was the inspiration behind this invention? Shivan: When we look at the history of fashion, great fashion houses in the world are born when they create something that solves a prevalent design problem for the society, and take a leap for the entire generation of that time. For instance, the trench coat invention by Burberry to the little 20

black dress by Chanel. In 2011, we faced a similar generational problem: ‘What does an average Indian woman wear to recreate around water?’ A bathing suit may seem appropriate but it did not fit the right cultural context to be worn openly in front of prying eyes. Cotton or silk saris while simply crushing or creasing did not perform the required functional task. Hence, in 2011, we created the Bikini Sari! It is a design solution that is appropriate as a swimwear option and as well serves its purpose for the modesty aspect of the Indian societal sensibilities. The Bikini Sari is a signature creation of the brand that can be draped in ten different ways and is perfect for people who wish to lounge by a beach or a pool. It can be worn to a day or an evening event, to a beach or to a bar and to cocktail parties and destination weddings by adjusting its drape.

With millennials increasingly looking forward to invest more in experiences than tangibles, we are constantly looking forward to cater to their needs. Your start, by any stretch of imagination, cannot be said to be conventional. Clearly, this must require an innate sense of belief and confidence in your idea. You are visionaries to say the least. Tell us if there were moments of worry and nervousness and the kind of challenges you faced along this journey. The Indian swimwear market was at a beginning stage when we entered in 2010. We wanted to break into the mindsets of the Indian consumer for them to have a lifestyle of swim and resort, which hitherto had always been a distant Western dream. Since there was an absence of acceptance for swimwear in the Indian society, it was challenging for us to setup and develop a business that treated this MODISH MAGAZINE

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Narresh: The “Mastectomy for All” is an initiative at providing relief to the confidence issues faced by women suffering from breast cancer and mastectomy. The blouse has an in-built prosthetic breast, which is a cure to the social trauma that a woman has to go through when losing her breasts. The Mastectomy blouse is an exordium to the mastectomy swimwear service. There is so much talk around inclusivity in all spheres of life. A close look at the timeline of your work and one will notice the inclusivity in designs created by you. Do you think inclusivity in the world of fashion is a must and is enough being done about it?

issue of acknowledgment at the atomic level. Although challenging, swimwear was one of the few categories that allowed us to mix our love for art and fashion and carry it forward passionately. With the absence of manufacturing, distribution, sales, marketing and communication channels, we faced certain obstacles back then. Training manpower, tutoring the retailer and most importantly educating the consumer to buy the right swimsuit were a few other challenges. Overcoming cultural, evolutionary and technical differences and eventually bridging the gap helped the brand flourish over the years. What is A SHIVAN & NARRESH kind of woman? Shivan: A SHIVAN & NARRESH woman is someone who has a strong sense of style. She is bold, confident and sophisticated. She takes pride in herself and is not afraid to flaunt her curves gracefully. She is a well-travelled woman who wishes to make everyone’s heads turn with her holiday wear choices. T h e “M a s t e c t o m y B l o u s e” f r o m SHIVAN & NARRESH has been dedicated to the breast cancer survivors. How did that take shape? MODISH MAGAZINE

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Shivan: Being from the forum of fashion, we have realized that creating something unique might not be an easy task every time but building a change is somewhat necessary when it comes to inclusivity of designs in fashion. Even though swimwear has successfully carved a niche over the years, there is a misconception that swimwear can only be worn by someone with sample size figure. The rich history of our country has seen women’s recreational activities around water, at Baolis and Ghats through the years. This strengthens the idea of every woman feeling confident in her body type, thereby taking pride in herself. With swimwear, the idea of inclusiveness in size and body confidence comes from shifting the focus to strengths rather than hiding the weakness in a particular body type. With the same train of thought, we have designed styles suitable for all body types. For example, for a bottom heavy, it is better to focus on the beautiful collarbones by giving a one-shoulder maillot. For a banana shade, it is better to give a Trikini so that a cut out at the waist gives an illusion of an hourglass. You have grown as a brand from desig ning clothes to expanding into SHIVAN & NARRESH Celebrations and SHIVAN & NARRESH Homes. Tell us something about that. Narresh: We started working with swimwear when we started the brand. Owing to the terrific response from our buyers, we decided to explore the SHIVAN & NARRESH Celebrations and SHIVAN & NARRESH Homes podium. As designers, we are always looking into a wider aspect for a more creative vision. When we are designing sets for our fashion shows or a SHIVAN & NARRESH wedding, we possibly create a complementing design in order to compete with the designs that the people wear. Indians are obsessed with weddings and they willingly spend huge amounts for a perfect event. Thus, we realized that a design director could make sure that the whole wedding does not have any stones left unturned. Like, from designing the decor invites, wedding cards, cocktail bar menus, table settings, lighting to even styling families according to their wishes as well as complementing to the theme, each of these things are closely looked into and taken care of.

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For SHIVAN & NARRESH Homes, the idea was to diversify into a canvas of spatial design and use the same elements of bold, confident & sophisticated that we use in our fashion language. This helped us transform people’s living spaces into incredible pieces of art rich in color and vibrancy. It completes our fashion world when we design a holiday home in a city or at a destination for any of our connoisseurs. How do you divide your work – the creative and business aspect of it? Narresh: We both have very complimentary skill sets and while the brand is neither of us in a hundred percent capacity, it is possibly the best of both our worlds that we end up combining in one. Shivan’s strength is in silhouettes, while I am obsessed with colors and prints. Typically in every collection, the design flows from Shivan’s silhouettes to my table where I design the prints and colors of the season. While design is an overlapping department for us, Shivan handles production & I handle marketing for the company. You featured in the coveted Forbes 30 under 30 achiever’s list. What was that like? Shivan: Being featured in Forbes ’30 Under 30’ has been one of the proudest moment for us. It felt like an accumulation of all our hard work that we have put into the brand since the time we started. To receive this kind of commendation amongst such celebrated and driven professionals reassured us that we are on the right path, both creatively and professionally. SHIVAN & NARRESH is a regular at the fashion weeks. You are fresh out of the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2019 where we saw some spectacular designs. What is the kind of effort and time that goes behind getting a fashion show done? Narresh: Considering we are a travel brand at core, most of our designs are inspired from our travel stories. Therefore, in order to implement our inspiration, sourced from different experiences, in our collection requires a lot of hard work and consistency. We put a lot of thought and labor in bringing out the best designs and the whole idea is to encourage people to go beyond basic clothing when they are out on holidays or destination weddings per se.

Shivan: We have known each other for over a decade now and understood each other’s strengths and weaknesses. It is in fact easier to work together at this time since our roles are clearly defined. What does it take to be a power duo? Narresh: Since the day we have started working, we have given our 100% into anything that we curate. We strongly believe that it takes hard work and sincerity to reach a successful place in life. Also having a balance between your professional life and personal life is extremely important. Establishing a mindful harmony with your partner is what makes a powerful duo.

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POWER COUPLES As this issue is all about power of love. We bring to you our list of Top 5 Power Couples. Its time to get some motivation going! Story by Roman

PRIYANKA CHOPRA JONAS & NICK JONAS The Whirlwind Love Affair!

riyanka Chopra’s journey in the showbiz started at the young age of 17 when she was crowned Miss World. Soon thereafter, she debuted in Bollywood and gave her career’s best performances in critically acclaimed movies like Fashion, Barfi, Mary Kom, Kaminey. Her movies like Agneepath, Krrish 3, Don 2, Dostana, Dil Dhadakne Do, Bajirao Mastani (her last outing at the Bollywood box office) have set the cash registers at the box office ringing. Having placed herself firmly in the movie business, Priyanka continued to hone her

singing talent that she kept guarded for a large part of her acting career. In 2012, Priyanka released her debut single featuring the legendary American rapper Will.i.am and went onto release a few more singles including Exotic with Pitbull. She was beginning to make waves in America until in 2015 when she bagged the lead role in ABC’s Quantico. If that was not enough, Priyanka received the People's Choice Award in 2016 for favorite actress in a new TV Series for her role in "Quantico” making her the first South Asian actress to win a People’s Choice Award. As an established star on "Quantico," she won the award for favorite dramatic TV actress, second time in a row in 2017. She appeared as the villain Victoria Leeds in the 2017 "Baywatch" reboot movie. Priyanka Chopra owned the red carpet at every event she attended in America such as Emmy’s, Oscars, White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Golden Globes or the Met Gala. Chopra was named in Time's new 100 Most Influential People in issue alongside the likes of Mark Zuckerberg and Leonardo DiCaprio and featured on the cover of almost every international magazine. MODISH MAGAZINE

power duo A star in India, Priyanka Chopra became a known face in America in no time and became India’s biggest crossover success. On the other hand, Nick Jonas, an American singer, songwriter and actor saw continued commercial success as Music Band Jonas Brothers. While the group officially disbanded in 2013, Jonas recorded his solo studio album, which topped the musical chartbusters. In 2017, Jonas appeared in the adventure comedy film Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, which became the fifth highest-grossing film of the year. While their Met Gala appearance may have set the backdrop of their love story, it was only after having exchanged a few messages that their love relationship blossomed. Within months, Nick Jonas and his family joined Priyanka Chopra and her family in India to get married at the magnificent Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, Rajasthan amidst extravagant wedding celebrations. It is interesting to see how Chopra and Jonas have effortlessly adapted to each other’s cultural values, traditions and geographies and blended like the sun and the light. Together, they bring unmatched stardom from two of the world’s biggest film and music industries – an extraordinary match in this business. The latest single from the Jonas Brothers, “Sucker”, featuring Priyanka Chopra is proof of the massive stardom they enjoy. The music video crossed over a 50 million views on YouTube in just two days. With a combined staggering followership of over 58 million on Instagram, the views does not come as a surprise. Nick and Priyanka have shown the world that love has no boundaries and only one language – the one that the heart speaks. “I know you're gonna like it in my city” said Priyanka Chopra in her debut single and rightly so. The world loves absolutely everything about the city Nick and Priyanka are building together and cannot wait to see what is next from their stable.

DEEPIKA PADUKONE AND RANVEER SINGH Lovebirds, who found their nest!

018 will be remembered, as the year when Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh got married to each other at Lake Como in Italy. Their weddings – a traditional Konkani and a Sindhi-style wedding – were beautiful events and their photos from the ceremonies spelled out love, romance and magic in its entire splendor.

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Rewind to a few years ago, Deepika Padukone made her debut in a Farah Khan Film opposite Bollywood Baadshah – Shah Rukh Khan. The movie was a runaway success and gave Bollywood its Shanti in Deepika Padukone. Having established her acting prowess, Deepika’s initial few years witnessed quite a few up’s and down’s. A few years post Deepika’s debut release, Yash Raj launched Ranveer Singh accompanied by rumors on how Ranveer’s rich father had funded his first release. Be that as it may, Ranveer proved his acting skills beyond doubt and the rumors died a natural death.

Move to 2012, Padukone appeared in Cocktail and took her acting prowess to the next level as the new age Veronica. Since then there has been no turning back for the stunning actress. Deepika topped every ranking, every chart and set the box office on fire as producers and scripts queued up in front of her door. Her choice of movies like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Chennai Express, Piku, Tamasha and Bajirao Mastani catapulted her to success that has gone down in history making her the most loved actress of Bollywood. With Padmaavat, she proved her mettle yet again and became one of those few actors to be the central character and even fewer who have shattered box records in such capacity. She also crossed over to Hollywood and starred as Serena Unger opposite Vin Diesel in xXx: Return of Xander Cage. Meanwhile, Ranveer Singh apart from his acting skills constantly turned heads with his fashion sense. He quietly worked his way to the A-list categories of actors and became the audiences most preferred choice. With speculations rife that Deepika and Ranveer are a couple, the official announcement from the two came only at the time of their wedding. The news set the internet ablaze and the fans of the couple rejoiced.

By definition, a power couple is a relationship consisting of two individuals who are each successful and influential in their own right and Deepika and Ranveer personify the definition of power couple in every which way. While they continue to make movies in their individual capacities, only time will tell about their plans to come together on the big screen.

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as during the glorious moments of their life. As Barack Obama rightly said, “You're not only my wife and the mother of my children, you're my best friend. I love your strength, your grace, and your determination. And I love you more each day.” The Obama’s also work in a cohesive way to spread awareness about humanity, today, the couple works together for The Obama Foundation, which is a start-up for citizenship —“an ongoing project to shape, together, what it means to be a good citizen. You can tell when two people genuinely acknowledge the best in their companion, treasure their uniqueness and really be the wind beneath their wings. For the Obama’s this is more than just true!

BARACK OBAMA AND MICHELLE OBAMA Learning from the Best!

power couple is more than just a mere accessory around the arm. In the case of the Obama’s, Barack and Michelle are in perfect sync with their outlook, attitude, believes and influence. A match made in heaven! Former President of the United States Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama are a household name not just in America but world over (thanks to their extensive social work, political and social conduct and more). While we know of their strong marital relationship, it is interesting to read how they became the power couple who are influencing the world with their positive demeanor. Nearly two decades ago, Michelle Robinson (now Obama) was working as an advisor to Barack Obama who was doing summer intern from Harvard Law. Cupid struck at the two, Barack made the first move, and after three years of steady relationship, he popped the question to which Michelle instantly said “Yes”. The couple got married on October 18, 1992 and are raising two beautiful daughters Malia and Sasha.

Since their marriage, the couple grew by leaps and bounds as they took risks, believed in themselves and did the right thing (ironically also the name of the movie which they watched together at a time when they were dating). Certainly, having each other’s back helped. From bidding for a Senate seat and winning in 2004 to announcing his candidacy for president of the US and later serving as the POTUS, Michelle was all by his side. Similarly, Barack Obama offered his unstinted support to Michelle in all her endeavors through life. Amidst all the picture perfect moments, Michelle Obama recently revealed that their relationship was not all hunky dory. They had their share of challenges and sought marriage counselling in the past. The revelation comes as a huge surprise but at the same time aids in the acceptance of issues between a couple and the importance of seeking help. A taboo hitherto! What especially worked for them was that they stayed best friends and lovers through their hair-pulling and nail-biting days as well MODISH MAGAZINE

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ELLEN DEGENERES AND PORTIA DE ROSSI Love at first sight!

PRINCE WILLIAM AND KATE MIDDLETON A Royal Affair!

his power couple needs no introduction. Heir to the throne, RAF pilot and an overall “I-would-like-you-to-meetmy-mother” kind of person, Prince William met his better half in Kate Middleton at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. Smitten by Kate, Prince William expressed his love for her and desire to marry her.

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llen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are known as one of Hollywood’s power couples. The actress and the talk show host have known each other for almost two decades and their relationship seems to only get stronger as the years go by. Although there are many heartwarming stories about Ellen DeGeneres,

her love story with Portia features high on the list. For Portia, it was love at first sight with Ellen. While they had seen each other frequently at different events for the initial few years, the Emmy-winning talk show host had no idea about Portia’s true feelings. Portia was closeted and afraid that if she spoke about her being gay, it would be a career-limiting move for her. Hence, she was not entirely sure about sharing her feelings with Ellen let alone date the most famous lesbian in the world. The two started dating in 2004 and in 2008, the day after the California Supreme Court overturned the same sex marriage ban, Ellen announced on her show that she was getting married to Portia and her fans erupted in joy. Even after years, Ellen and Portia have a kind of love, most people dream about. They both seem to have honest respect for each other, which creates a great friendship and one-ofa-kind relationship between them. Not only are Ellen and Portia the most high-profile lesbian couple in the world, but both boast established careers in entertainment and business. Patently, for this power couple, it is all about love and togetherness.

Prince William and Kate Middleton’s (The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge) fairytale romance ended in a storybook wedding coupled with picturesque family. While a portion of the fairytale image may be attributed to the Royal family, there is no denying the fact that something about them has captivated the minds of the people since the beginning of their relationship. Since getting married, the pair have been attending charity events and touring the world non-stop. Not to mention raising their three children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte along with their little brother Prince Louis. The Duchess devotes her time to supporting a number of charitable causes and organi-

sations, several of which are centred around providing children with the best possible start in life. For several years, The Duchess has been working with experts and organizations that are championing the importance of providing solid psychological, social and emotional platforms for children in their earliest years of life in order to support their mental health and emotional resilience, and to provide them with the foundations to lead to healthy and fulfilling adulthoods. Conservation work and supporting communities to protect their natural environment for future generations has been one of The Duke's key priorities for a number of years. The Duke has publically supported initiatives to fund conservation, community development and environmental education programmes across Africa as Royal Patron of the Tusk Trust, in a bid to highlight the inspiring conservation work that is being undertaken to a global audience. Keeping up with a busy work schedule has not prevented the Royal Couple from being dotting parents to their growing up children while managing work at the same time. Few love stories are truly made in heaven.

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Connecting these Culinary Genius’s at all Levels! CHEF SAKSHI AND CHEF LALIT TULI, THE HEART AND SOUL OF TANDOORI NIGHTS, HAVE BROUGHT THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS, FOOD AND CATERING TOGETHER AND THEY SERVE THEM ON A ROYAL PLATTER.

andoori Nights is a well known name in the industry and amongst the who’s who of the country. They bring to you a fine-dining experience that has never been witnessed before. With two decades of work experience with the ITC Group, Taj Group of Hotels, The Oberoi’s and its likes, Sakshi and Lalit have obviously set an unparalleled standard that is difficult for the competitors to match upto.

The veterans, Sakshi and Lalit, cater a host of services making Tandoori Nights a onestop catering solution for weddings, private engagements and even corporate rendezvous. Along with serving exotic food, the tandoorian serve includes working around themes, designing menus, and as a whole striving towards giving the perfect ambience to the clients with the help of imaginative use of colours and designs. Their extensive in-house infratructure has the capacity to cater upto a whooping 5000 guests.

The Delectable Menu Tandoori Nights boasts of Indian as well as cross-continental delicacies from across the world. They have been associated with food-festivals, live cookery shows, exclusive theme destination and celebrity weddings that take you for a truly wonderful gastronimical ride. The Grandeur of Tandoori Nights at Weddings & other Social Gatherings The wedding celebrations in India are ostentatious. Catering is one of the spokes of the wheel and is a very important factor in making a wedding a success or a failure. Tandoori nights aims to redefine the art of the feast for its wedding clients and offers a myriad of magnificient and opulent spreads. A

Tandoori Nights wedding is a once in a lifetime experience for your once in a lifetime event. Not only weddings but they also induce life to smaller social events with their impeccable catering services. Even if you have events like Baby Showers, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Silver Jubilees with just a few guests in attendance, they have you covered. Travelling with the Food The bespoke nature of their work makes them explore different avenues. They do events tailored according to the destination and the theme. They also make it a point to stick to their roots with a unique showcase of traditional indian delicacies at each of the MODISH MAGAZINE

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exotic destinations. The mobility of their services and technology along with a modernized kitchen helps them serve you anywhere in the world with the same finesse and style. Theme Parties “Your theme is our command” is the mantra followed by Tandoori Nights. From sit-down dinners with silver services to buffets with seating and live presentations their speciality. Each event is carefully designed around a suitable theme which best suits an occasion. They cover anything that one can imagine, from qawwali nights to christmas to Holi themed events. You name it and they will have it fabricated for you. Corprate Events & Gala’s From corporate lunches, family days, product launches to conventions, business meetings and social affairs, they cater to all your corporate needs and ensure a seamless and professional experience that leaves an ever lasting impression.

association of Hospitality, New Delhi. They were the official caterers of the first Indian Grand Prix (Formula One race) held at the Buddha International Circuit, Greater Noida. They were also featured on the cookery show ‘Essence of India’ hosted by Samira Nanda, a New York City Chef. They have catered at ace cricketer, Yuvraj Singh’s wedding over 3 days with world cuisines. They also catered at the merger event of Airtel with MTS in Thailand wherein they served 500 Telecom dignitaries. Recenty they also catered at the Bachchan’s function, the famous Kunal Kapoor and Naina Bachchan’s wedding.

Well, that’s a lot of great work into their kitty.

As they say that hard work always pays off. We have witnessed the same in case of this special power duo as well. They have gained a lot of recognition and name with their spectacular work. They have received the Indian Wedding Gold Award at GIWA 2013 for Saif-Kareena wedding. Chef Lalit Tuli was awarded the ‘Outstanding Caterer of the year 2011’ by the MODISH MAGAZINE

So, if you are looking at presenting your guests with world class food and flawless services. You know your search ends here. You can reach out to them at Chef Sakshi: +91-9818533333 Chef Lalit: +91-9818877777 @tandoorinightscatering @tandoorinightscatering 29

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But if you feel that this is easier said than done, we have it all framed out for you. Following these simple rules will help you navigate your way through the challenges that are expected to crop up in a relationship and emerge victorious as a unit.

1 WHEN YOU ARE IN IT FOR THE LONG HAUL, THE SUCCESS OF THE RELATIONSHIP GREATLY DEPENDS ON THE INDIVIDUAL HAPPINESS OF EACH PERSON WITHIN THE RELATIONSHIP. Story by: Roman eing in a relationship can be quite different from being single. When you are single, your worries mostly revolve around your own self and while you may be cognizant to the situations involving your families and friends, it is not quite the same when you are a couple. Your thoughts, decisions and actions are not entirely yours and almost always have a significant impact on your other half. The focus is no longer in succeeding as an individual, rather you and your partner should both be doing well as an entity. While in the earlier phase of the relationship, this may not be the sole focus but it begins to take a more robust shape as the relationship progresses from preliminary to a more sustainable form having spent some productive time together. When you are in it for the long haul, the success of the relationship greatly depends on the individual happiness of each person within the relationship. As your partner’s partner, it is your job — as well as in your best interest — to help him or her achieve their

FLEXIBILITY FOREMOST As professionals who want to transform their own careers, you would have noticed that the career goals we start with in the beginning often end up being subject to meaningful reviews as we move ahead in our life. This is largely because we significantly change and alter as we grow and mature, and what matters most to us in later years is often extremely different from what we cared about when we started. Therefore, in order to be happy in your relationship, it is extremely important to choose a partner who is flexible, open-minded, and respectful of what you want – a person who can change and grow with you and not wire you to stay the same.

life dreams and goals. Losing touch with your individual dreams while being in a relationship may be septic enough to drown the relationship in a pool of frustration, anger and helplessness. One must avoid such a situation where you view your partner’s career dreams to be at significant odds with how you want to live your life, and how you envisioned the family life to be. Those who do their best to keep their partner’s goals as a priority are the happiest and this in return ensures the longevity of the relationship. Fortunately, the easiest way of helping your partner in achieving their goal is to create an environment of support.

BE YOUR PARTNER’S ARDENT FAN You do not have to be a superstar working in the entertainment business to have fans. You need to be admired and shown some unconditional love by the ones you care for. Regardless of whether you had a great day at work or struggled to keep up with the pressures of the corporate life, all you need is confidence and belief in your own self, coupled with your partner’s reiteration of the same and this will help you start over again. Your belief in your partner will act as an undying motivation for him to move ahead.

REGULAR FEEDBACK Feedback is that one ingredient which can make a world of a difference in most aspects of an individual’s life as well as a couple’s relationship. Constructive feedback can work wonders for your relationship. It can help build a greater level of trust, assurance and propagates an atmosphere of love, care and attention.

HARD WORK: NO SUBSTITUTE Yes, that is true. A relationship needs as much hard work as the job that you do. Success follows hard work and there is no denying that. If you take your relationship for granted and get complacent, the chances are your partner will drift away and an unmanageable divide would eat your relationship. A successful relationship with your partner is the key to a successful career and vice versa.

MIND THE SPACE One of the best things you can offer the person you are in love with is to give them the space that they deserve. Alternatively, the worst thing to do in a relationship is to suffocate your partner by eating into their room. There is nothing more precious to a person than his freedom. The rule does not change when in a relationship. Do not blur the lines between who you are and the relationship you carry with you. Mind their space and you will be amazed to see the exponential growth in your relationship, which will translate into stupendous success in your individual careers. Wear your partner’s success as stars on your sleeves. It is the sign of the prosperous relationship you formed with your partner. Nothing beats the power of love for a successful career. MODISH MAGAZINE

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HER HUSBAND, SUMIT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SUPPORT AND HAS SUPPORTED HER IN LAUNCHING AND RUNNING HER OWN DESIGNER LABEL ‘SUGANDHA’

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woman is known to excel in all the facets of life. Be it bringing up a life into this world, taking care of the home or being completely selfless when expected, to taking a stand where required. She is the giver of love, power & strength. Our world is full of strong & successful women but like men, the credit for their success also goes to their families. Without the support of their parents or spouse it would be hard to achieve what they aspire to. Her husband, Sumit has been a constant support and has supported her in launching and running her own designer label ‘Sugandha’. His help isn’t restricted to the professional front, apart from sourcing raw materials for her garments business, he is her biggest support when it comes to family and taking care of the kids. In conversation with Sugandha, she told us more about her journey.

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right. She gained experience and self confidence while working for many international and domestic brands and finally took the big step of launching her own label on 1st January 2014. She finds her husband’s role very imperative in running her business. “Without my husbands support it wouldn’t have been possible at all. More than monetary it’s the moral support that matters. Giving your hundred percent to your profession being a wife and a mother is only possible if your husband shares your responsibilities at home which he does! We are blessed with two angels and from getting one ready for school to feeding the younger one he takes part in parenting as much as I do“ she says. Sugandha believes that an honest faith in your own self , knowledge of craft and the passion to grow is the first step towards success. Constantly being able to better yourself both at personal and professional front and being financially independent is what success means to her. SHE HAS BIG PLANS FOR 2019. INCLUDING SUPPLYING THE DESIGNS TO VARIOUS LEADING FASHION OUTLETS THROUGHOUT DELHI TO REACH A BIGGER AUDIENCE. We asked her about her fashion idol and here’s what she had to say- “I don’t have one but many idols. Naeem Khan’s intricate detailing and grandeur in the collections leave me awestruck always. I also get inspired the way Anita Dongre has expanded from a base start up to multiple successful brands and I love the way Sabyasachi brings out our own heritage so beautifully in his clothing.“ In the end she advises all the couples to respect each other’s individuality and preferences and love unconditionally for a successful relationship.

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The law, which became a part of Indian Penal Code during the British Raj in the 1860s, was shockingly upheld for many centuries. ection 377, a remnant of India’s colonial past, criminalized sexual activities between humans of the same sex, including anal and oral sex, as “against the order of nature.” The law, which became a part of Indian Penal Code during the British Raj in the 1860s, was shockingly upheld for many centuries.Interestingly, section 377 has had its fair share of discourse in the Indian jurisprudence with Delhi High Court striking down the archaic section in 2009 to Supreme Court overruling the judgement in 2013.Cut to September 6, 2018, India ushered a new era of liberalism when the Supreme Court, in response to a curative petition on the consti-

tutional validity of section 377, pronounced the historic judgement which enabled the full decolonisation of the IndianPenal Code by striking down the fossilized section 377. A five-judge bench, which included the Chief Justice of India, Dipak Misra, termed the act “archaic” and upheld personal freedom in a judgment that ran into almost 500 pages. The verdict now pronounces people of the LGBTQ community as citizens with equal rights in the eyes of the law.The bench upheld consensual intercourse between individuals and struck down arguments claiming that carnal sex between two people of the same gender was against nature. A particular observation of the bench that “we have

to vanquish prejudice, embrace inclusion and ensure equal rights” is remarkable.But the question that still dominates most of the discussions around the subject is whether the society at large is willing to embrace inclusivity of the kind that the LGBTQ+ community expects. While coming out continues to be a challenge in the wake of societal norms, a microscopic analysis would reveal that the change is happening even if at a slow pace.As we continue to debate “picture abhi baaki hai mere dost”, the pages of the magazine turns rainbow as Modish speaks with the torchbearers of the LGBTQ community on their journey, challenges, triumphs and more.

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. ruly, the power of love transcends every known and unknown boundary that one can visualize to exist in real or imaginary world. The touch of the mother can heal, the eyes of the father can shelter, the hand of the sibling can be a blessing, the embrace of your partner can mean the world and the smile from a nameless across the street is an expression of love and more. The beauty of love is that it does not come in any shape, size or form. It is a feeling that needs to be lived and cherished every moment of the day. Love is a way of life and the religion of humanity which if practiced daily can turn every mind into heaven. We are in conversation with THE scion and executive director of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, and LGBTQ+ activist Keshav Suri who was amongst those instrumental in painting the Indian skies rainbow and shunning the taboo around being your true self. As I adjust myself in the chair opposite him, I cannot help but notice his vivacity, his 1000-watt smile (a feat held by the gorgeous Madhuri Dixit), generosity in his speech and a certain kind of warmth and love that

created the affable ambience around him. He waves at me as if he has known me for years and I cannot help but grin (after all, he is THE Keshav Suri). Recently, The Lalit celebrated Women Empowerment on the 70th Indian Republic Day. The women and transwomen from the Group were seen hoisting the Indian National Flag. The Lalit has truly embraced change like no other – whether it be women or the LGBTQ+ community when other corporates are still getting adapting to the change. He says beamingly, “At Lalit we have always tried to create, sustain and nurture an environment of inclusion. The Republic Day event was one such initiative where we saw participation from women, trans gender and others”. He pauses for a moment and then goes to add, “It is time the age old sayings like ‘behind every successful man there is a woman’ needs to change and evolve with time especially after the striking down of 377 by the Supreme Court of India.” A few minutes into our meeting and I am completely enamored by his inherent style and self-confidence. I can almost forecast in my head what is coming next as he says, “Today, behind every successMODISH MAGAZINE

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Truly, the power of love transcends every known and unknown boundary that one can visualize to exist in real or imaginary world. The touch of the mother can heal, the eyes of the father can shelter, the hand of the sibling can be a blessing, the embrace of your partner can mean the world and the smile from a nameless across the street is an expression of love and more. the LGBTQ+ community. The Keshav Suri Foundation recently held the screening of “Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga” in Delhi thereby supporting the mainstream cinema celebrating a love story between the same gender. While ELKDTAL may have missed the commercial benchmark but it has met with a lot of genuine love and appreciation. Suri says that instead of looking at a gender specific empowerment, we must focus on empowering human beings (regardless of their gender or sexual preferences). He maintains that if we are able to empower human beings we will be doing a great justice to humanity. Thus creating a world that flourishes in love of the purest kind. His words echo in our mind long after we have left his cozy space of cordiality, kind-heartedness and affection. The power of love is devoid of gender and we must see it that way to foster an environment of acceptance and inclusivity.

ful man can be another man or behind every successful woman can be another woman”. Is that true for him, we wonder. AND THEN HE FOUND LOVE… The Indian hospitality tycoon married his long-time entrepreneur boyfriend Cyril Feuillebois. Cyril is the founder of cosmetics brand Kronokare. The two met at a party at the 24/7 Bar at The Lalit, New Delhi about ten years ago. Sparks flew instantly and they were a couple even before they knew. With common interests in travel and food, the couple globetrotted over the years and grew more in love. Suri recalls like an exciting young kid, “During a boat ride in December 2017, when we reached the Eiffel Tower and just when it lit up, Cyril popped the question out of the blue. It was dreamlike and totally unexpected.” By now, we are both immersed in this vivid description given by Suri of his proposal. Then suddenly, we are jolted out of this Suri-Cyril world as we are served refreshments (hospitality at its best). I am slightly hesitant but Suri ensures I grab a quick bite and take a sip before we proceed further. Picking up from where left, I ask him about his marriage which was not recognized in law in India. “It was an intimate wedding in Paris with our immediate families by our side”. After a prolonged gap, he continues, “My marriage with Cyril led me to filing the petition with the Supreme Court to challenge the constitutional validity of section 377.” The journey has been tough but totally worth it as the controversial and archaic section 377 that criminalized homosexual relationships has been struck down. He says, “Love is limitless and boundless and needs to be broken away from shackles”. Feuillebois and Suri’s marriage in Goa in December 2018, after the Supreme Court verdict, was the couple’s way of celebrating the verdict and the wedding – the gayest India has ever seen.

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He reminisces, his wedding day at the beach where they exchanged rings, garlands and vows. The decorations were heavily done in white with pops of pastel pinks, while the temporarily erected hall for the wedding ceremony featured roses, hydrangeas and orchids, with wide-ranging views of the sea in the backdrop. Suri and Feuillebois coordinated in monochrome outfits by Shantanu & Nikhil. Suri wore a black sherwani with a gold embellished bandgala and shoes by Dutch brand Ruparo, and Feuillebois wore an all-white bandhgala with Jean Baptiste Rautureau shoes for the ceremony. Openly, everything about the Keshav-Cyril wedding was inclusive, pure love and jamboree of being queer. Keshav Suri - the name is almost synonymous with freedom in the way we experience it today. Suri’s contribution to the LGBTQ+ community has been noted and applauded by those from within and outside of the community. With Keshav Suri Foundation, Suri has taken a step forward for the well-being of the community. The objective is terrific - to embrace, empower and mainstream the LGBTQ+ community. The Foundation has also tied up with It Gets Better Project - a global platform to uplift, empower, and connect

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WE GET CHATTY WITH THE REIGNING QUEEN AS SHE OPENS UP ABOUT HER DAYS OF BATTLE WITH HER OWN SELF, HER FAMILY AND THE SOCIETY AND STORIES OF HER FIGHTING SPIRIT THAT LED TO INNUMERABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND A CONTINUAL DESIRE TO WORK FOR THE UNDERPRIVILEGED.

Story by Roman hilosopher Herbert Spencer, ages ago, had coined the phrase “survival of the fittest”. Borrowed later by Charles Darwin for his theory of evolution, the phrase has withstood the test of times and holds as much relevance today as it did years ago. Naaz Joshi’s story has seemed to find its force in this phrase – “Survival of the fittest”, which is why despite all the odds stacked against her she proved that gender has absolutely nothing to do with hard work and its logical corollary popularly known as “success”.

We get chatty with the reigning queen as she opens up about her days of battle with her own self, her family and the society and stories of her fighting spirit that led to innumerable accomplishments and a continual desire to work for the underprivileged. She holds the Miss World Diversity Title 2018 and that too a second time in the row. To be the only Transgender woman amongst a pool of participants from twenty-one across the globe must have been a challenging experience. With a hint of Naaz in her face, she says, “I heard about the Miss World Diversity competition, which was online in 2017, through my friends. In 2018, we had a live beauty contest in Dubai. My co-contestants voted me as the Miss personality and Miss Congeniality. Being the only transgender amongst them, it was wonderful to receive so much support from each one of them. With the Miss World Diversity 2018 title, I hope the transgender woman would be recognized for their talent and hard work.” MODISH MAGAZINE

She is not just India’s first transsexual who has won Miss World Diversity title for the first time ever but also the first transsexual model who has ever won an international competition with women as contestants. Clearly, being India's first International transgender beauty queen did not come easy and more so because of the lack of acceptance we receive as a transgender. She beams with joy, “I have thus far featured on six magazine covers and walked the ramp as the showstopper in fifteen shows. It does take a great deal of courage to break stereotypes but the only way to do it is through your relentless hard work, undying passion for your craft and faith in your own self.” We could not agree any less. Naaz, with her body of work, has proved beyond doubt that there is no substitute to hard work no matter you are straight, lesbian, gay, trans or queer.

“I am humbled by the LOVE I receive from my community. Make the most of this life given by God. You are your strength and you are your own inspiration. If I can change the mindset of people, so can you.”

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Having worked as a bar dancer, or working in a restaurant or even as an escort, she followed her passion to study and went on to complete a distant learning course in marketing from IMT. She also graduated from NIFT with the most creative designer award and worked with India’s most popular fashion names – Ritu Kumar and Ritu Beri but left the industry post the sudden demise of her cousin sister Late Viveka Babajee. She pauses for a brief moment and says, “It was Viveka’s dream to see me pursue my passion of modelling and so I gave it a shot. In no time, I realized that being under the arc lights is my true calling.” For anyone to be in the space that she has been, it could be very difficult and to top it all being a transgender makes the journey that much more difficult in our country. When we speak to her about the challenges and difficulties she has faced all along, she acknowledges it but quickly follows it up with a modest response, “I am humbled by the love I receive from my community. Make the most of this life given by God. You are your strength and you are your own inspiration. If I can change the mindset of people, so can you.” She is particularly thrilled by the striking down of section 377 by the Supreme Court of India but says that much needs to be done from an acceptance point of view. As a society, we need to be more inclusive and is hopeful that we will bridge the gap.” We tell her the issue is titled “The Power of Love”. She jumps in and announces, “Wars that cannot end with blood can definitely end with love. Such is the power of love. Love one and love all.” We could not agree with her more. Chatting with Naaz has been a pride-filled moment for us. She has moved mountains to reach where she is today and her hard work is hard to miss. She is confident of her future and vows to mainstream Transgender like no one else has ever thought. Just when we adieu to each other, she exclaims, “Equality is the future. Support and provide opportunities to all. Treat everyone with love and respect regardless of gender.” More power to you Naaz!

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AFTER INDIA DECRIMINALIZED HOMOSEXUALITY LAST SEPTEMBER, BOLLYWOOD CAME OUT OF THE CLOSET AND SET LOVE FREE THROUGH EK LADKI KO DEKHA TOH AISA LAGA

the movie screening, we met with Gazal Dhaliwal, who very few know is a transwoman herself and add to that, a pioneer in her field. Dhaliwal’s journey makes for an interesting story itself and can well be adapted to suit Bollywood’s mainstream cinematic sensibilities. Gazal was born with Gender Dysphoria – a condition where a person does not associate with the biological gender he or she is born with. After a long drawn struggle paired with unflinching support from her parents, Dhaliwal underwent a sex reassignment surgery. Her body was no longer a cage. She was at peace. She has also proved that being a transwoman in Bollywood is no bar; the ability to create such wonderful content is the only pre requisite. We ask her about her experience with ELKDTAL and she says smilingly, “The movie has been inspired from P.G. Wodehouse’s Damsel in Distress and while there was no gay angle to the book which was written over 100 years ago, with ELKDTAL we wanted to

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azal Dhaliwal, Bollywood screenplay and dialogue writer, has many coming of age stories to her credit. Amongst others, her notable work includes her dialogues for Lipstick Under My Burkha Set – a movie set in the crowded lanes of small town India. The story chronicles the secret lives of four women in search of a little freedom. A burkha-clad college girl struggles with issues of cultural identity and her aspirations to be a pop singer. A young two-timing beautician seeks to escape the claustrophobia of her small town. An oppressed homemaker and mother of three, lives the alternate life of an enterprising salesperson. Lastly, a 55 yearold widow rediscovers her sexuality through a phone romance. Trapped in their worlds, they claim their desires through secret acts of rebellion. While the movie went through its fair share of challenges before and after its release, it was lapped up by the audience and loved by the critics. The film premiered at international film festivals and nominated in

various award shows in different categories including Award for the Best Dialogue. More recently, Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga hit the screens and the audience was drawn to this same sex love story. This coming-of-age drama film directed by Shelly Chopra Dhar had the screenplay written by Dhar and Gazal Dhaliwal. The film tells the story of Sweety Chaudhary, a closeted lesbian, and her attempts to come out to her religious and traditional Punjabi family. A mainstream movie in every which way, it featured stars Anil Kapoor, Juhi Chawla, Sonam Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, along with Akshay Oberoi, Regina Cassandra, Brijendra Kala and Madhumalti Kapoor in supporting roles. One fire and Aligarh later, Bollywood made yet another attempt at narrating a progressive story that dealt with same sex relationships – this time more mainstream than ever. We met with the screenplay writer of the film, Gazal Dhaliwal, at the Keshav Suri Foundation’s special screening of the movie for the queer community and its supporters. During

bring in the LGBTQ+ stories in mainstream Bollywood cinema.” Prod her further on the response the movie has received, she says bravely, “We got to know that a few from the audience stood up and left the cinema hall when Sonam Kapoor confessed her love with another woman. That probably were reflected in the commerce of the film as well. Clearly, we have some ground to cover in that respect. Nevertheless, it was truly heartwarming to see people from the LGBTQ+ community shower their love and affection for the movie. That was sweet success for the entire cast and crew of the film.” After India decriminalized homosexuality last September, Bollywood came out of the closet and set love free through ELKDTAL. As Dhaliwal puts it, “Coming out of the closet almost always meets with resistance. It takes time to understand those who have just revealed themselves to the world. As long as we are not pushed back into hiding, it is all good.” MODISH MAGAZINE

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FOR SUCHANDRA DAS AND SREE MUKHERJEE, LOVE HAPPENED ALMOST AT THE FIRST SIGHT. SPARKS FLEW AND THEIR CHEMISTRY ADDED FUEL TO FIRE. THEY KNEW INSTANTLY THAT THEY HAVE FOUND THEIR LOVE.

hile we are celebrating same sex relationships only now, for instance movies being produced on same sex love and showcased on the celluloid, for this couple it happened way back in time. Since then there has been no turning back as the future finds rainbow. In conversation with Modish, Suchandra, a passionate photographer, tech geek and graphic designer, shares interesting bits from her life.

Ek ladki ko dekha toh kaisa laga..Tell us about your love story. We met each other for the first time in 2012. It was an instant spark, a tremendous pull we felt towards each other. Before we met in person, we had briefly chatted on Facebook and knew that we were attracted. However, we realized the intensity of our attraction only after we met. It was crazy and deep – just like how they show in the movies. We instantly knew life is going to be more interesting with this one around. You were one of the first lesbian couple in the country. At the time section 377 was in place and views of the society more conservative in comparison to today. What kind of challenges did you face? People have been mostly kind barring few stares and whispers. And once we moved to Chennai, everyone there was cool. They even welcomed us into the building with a cake and invited themselves over for dinner! Having a supportive family and understanding friends makes a world of difference. Were there moments of despair and helplessness? We had a very brief courtship period and hardly 2 meetings before we moved in together. So it was kind of an “arranged relationship/marriage” kind of set up for us. We knew nothing about each other, once we started living together, the flaws were unmissable, and little adjustments, tiny misunderstandings etc. were unavoidable. We decided to grow through these experiences as a couple instead of giving up or splitting up. Here we are today, celebrating our differences, using them to make us complete. This jourMODISH MAGAZINE

ney was not easy, especially with nothing but our love to keep us together. We loved every minute of it and continue bask in the glory of our love. With striking down of section 377 by the Supreme Court, a lot is expected to change. What advice would you like to give to those who are reading this and especially the parents considering home is where the heart is? After the Hon’ble Supreme Court modified IPC 377, there has been a change in terms of police refusing to interfere if two people of the same gender are living together. People are slowly learning to stay quiet on the issue, even if they don’t agree or understand. Parents should be totally open hearted and refuse to be their child’s bully. A lot becomes easier with parental support. The child should feel loved and protected after they come out. This is not a phase, not a disease, not a failure on the parents’ part. It is just who they are and they need to be accepted unconditionally. As an established photographer, did your clients view your same sex relationship as taboo? I have always been unabashedly gay! Out and proud, I have never kept my orientation under the wraps and I am glad that my clients always considered my skills rather than focusing on my orientation, which isn’t their business anyway. What are your future plans? We plan to travel a lot more than we are doing now, which is 3 to 4 times a year at the moment. Being avid animal lovers, we have plans to set up an animal shelter sometime in the future. Sree is also very passionate about doing some wholesome work on creating livelihood options and providing trainings to the queer youth in India. She and her friends are working on giving a structure to this dream. I am trying to assist them in whatever ways I can. Love is that and more. Beautiful, powerful, peaceful, resilient and like water – will eventually finds its way. It is love stories like these that bring out the power of love and give the world reasons to hold on to their definition of love. Because in the end, love will triumph!

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SPAIN

CANADA

Calls Out for You

Pride

The country's laid-back lifestyle and fantastic travel destinations should give this a top spot on every gay traveler's list of must-see places. Spainish people are very liberal and accepting. Madrid, the gay capital of Europe, every year hosts one of the largest Pride events in the world. Barcelona is a popular LGBTQ+ hotspot particularly during the Summer Circuit Festival. Nonetheless, Spain has arguably the highest number of queer friendly destinations.

Canada goes over and above in welcoming LGBTQ+ travellers, they host a variety of pride events in cities. Canada is also the only country we know that hosts its own national Pride event, called “Canada Pride” every three years, kind of sounds like a Queer Olympics. Doesn’t it? Every main city in Canada has a thriving gay scenario, complete with rainbow crossings and numerous LGBTQ+ events taking place throughout the year.

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THERE ARE SOME COUNTRIES THAT ARE MUCH MORE WELCOMING THAN OTHERS WHEN IT COMES TO THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY. WE’RE SHOWING YOU THE ONES THAT DESERVE THEIR REPUTATION OF LOVE AND ACCEPTANCE

eing queer in today’s world is no easy. Although times are changing, going out and seeing the world — often on your own or with your partner — is not always an easy task. There are some countries that are much more welcoming than others when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community. We’re showing you the ones that deserve their reputation of love and acceptance, so here are top 5 picks for LGBTQ+ travellers to go if you want to live free from judgement and hate, and be recognised for who you really are: 46

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When it comes to progressive laws and equality, the Netherlands is one of the most culturally liberal places in the world and it's certainly the most progressive. In addition to how cool the country is, The Netherlands was also the first country to legalise gay marriage (in 2001). It was also one of the first countries to decriminalise homosexuality in 1811. Various equal rights laws banning discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation were introduced as early as 1994, and in addition, the country has very accessible adoption and transgender policies. Amsterdam is also well known for being a very queer friendly city, with one of the most unique Pride events – an amazing parade that floats on boats through the city’s famous canals.

Portugal began it’s queer friendly legacy by decriminalising homosexuality in 1982 and today has one of the most progressive LGBTQ laws in the world. It also legalised homosexual marriages in 2010 (becoming the 8th country to do so), adoption in 2016 and passed the law of Gender Identity which is one of the most advanced and trans-friendly laws in the world in 2011. Portugal is also one of the few countries to have an outright ban in its constitution against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. Lisbon has a fantastic gay scene with many gay bars, clubs and parties; and Porto too is very gay friendly.

Israel is definitely the most progressive country in the Middle East. In fact, many consider Israel to be the gay capital of the region. The country's attitude towards LGBTQ rights is very liberal, especially in Tel Aviv. Every summer, many LGBTQ+ visitors enjoy taking a trip to Tel Aviv to enjoy the best that Israel has to offer. The city is alive with a dazzling nightlife, rich culture and great culinary experiences. Additionally, throughout the year, Tel Aviv is host to a number of queer festivals, events and celebrations, including the hugely popular Tel Aviv Gay Pride. You will just love the Tel Aviv’s beaches and social life, and that just adds to the whole beauty of the country.

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DELTA INDIA’S FIRST Story by Roman homegrown LGBTQ+ app LGBTQ+ RIGHTS ACTIVIST AND CO-FOUNDER OF THE DELTA APP, ISHAAN SETHI, IS SURELY HITTING THE RIGHT NOTES WHEN IT COMES TO BRINGING TOGETHER THE QUEER COMMUNITY.

for the like minded peeps). Keeping the safety and security of the dating platform in mind, Sethi was looking to create something similar for the LGBTQ+ community. Keeping that in mind, Sethi was looking to create something similar for the LGBTQ+ fter graduating with a de- community. gree in Economics from Brown University, Ishaan Thanks to, Delta is the first homegrown moved back to India in LGBTQ+ app in India that address2014, which is when he es concerns centered on meeting realized, as someone who identifies like-minded people in a secure space, as a member of the LGBTQ+ commu- and provide access to a platform where nity, he ought to address the rampant people can explore shared interests. homophobia and the ignorance about Delta is a safe, respecting, non-disthe community. Pondering over his criminatory place where everyone is own experiences and those of others, welcome, no matter how one identifies the idea behind Delta began to take or what one is looking for. With features shape after a discussion with Sachin like trust scores, selfie verification, incluBhatia, the brains behind MakeMyTrip sive gender identities and orientations, and TrulyMadly a secure dating app LGBTQ events and meets offline, the

app is designed to help its users meet verified, real LGBTQ people to date or just make friends.

Speaking to Modish, at a recent interactive workshop for the LGBTQ+ at The Lalit, New Delhi organized by the Keshav Suri Foundation in association with The Delta App and It Gets Better India, Sethi said, “Our team at Delta is already working with healthcare professionals for queer individuals, and with other stakeholders like medical professionals, mental health professionals, and legal experts, for a holistic change in society’s attitude and for protection of gay rights.”

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Karl LAGERFELD When the World lost a Creative Gem Story by Kashish Sharma

THE ICONIC AND LEGENDARY FASHION DESIGNER KARL LAGERFELD BID FAREWELL TO THE WORLD ON FEBRUARY 19, 2019 IN PARIS AT THE AGE OF 85. THIS HAS COME OUT AS A SHOCK TO THE ARDENT ADMIRERS AND FOLLOWERS OF HIS WORK.

he visionary and creative genius Karl Lagerfeld led three esteemed and illustrious brands : Chanel, Fendi and his own line, Karl Lagerfeld. One of the most prolific and celebrated fashion designers of all times, Karl had always been way ahead of his time which was highly evident from the creative contributions he made towards his brands that led to their applauded global success. Lagerfeld began his career in fashion in 1955 as an assistant to Pierre Balmain and in 1967, Karl was hired by Fendi to modernize their fur line. Lagerfeld's innovative designs proved ground-breaking, as he introduced the use of mole, rabbit, and squirrel pelts into high fashion. Lagerfeld eventually went on to become the creative director for the brand and remained with Fendi until his death. He joined Chanel in 1983 and spent 36 years at the helm of the iconic French fashion house. In the words of Chanel's CEO, Alain Wertheimer, “Today, not only have I lost a friend, but we have all lost an extraordinarily creative mind to whom I gave carte blanche in the early 1980s to reinvent the brand.” In 1984, not more than a year after his collaboration with Chanel, Lagerfeld began his own namesake label "Karl Lagerfeld" brand. The brand was established to channel "intellectual sexiness.” In his over half a decade long career, Karl Lagerfeld created and designed innumerable awe-inspiring collections, directed and supervised numerous fashion shows, made careers out of talents and truly carved a magnanimous legacy for himself in the fashion world. Karl Lagerfeld was not only a fashion maestro and a creative force but also made noble charitable contributions and supported a number of foundations ranging from American Foundation for AIDS Research, Breast Cancer Research Foundation, CARE, Cosmic Relief amongst many others. Karl Lagerfeld’s passing away not only shook the world but also served as a grave reminder that the world will never know a force like him and it has been the greatest irreversible loss to the global fashion world. Karl was brilliant, biting and literally the best there ever was. Chanel confirmed that Virginie Viard, Chanel’s studio director and Lagerfeld's right-hand assistant would be succeeding the designer as the Creative Director.

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RELIVING A FEW of the BIGGEST MILESTONES of HIS LIFE Story by Shahjadi Jemim Rahman Karl Lagerfeld held his position as one of the most respected and globally recognized Fashion Designers for sixty-five years with his creative work for Fendi and Chanel. Lagerfeld dedicated his life to bringing out the best in Fashion with his unreachable imagination and creativity. Modish has listed some of the highlights of his life as a tribute to this extraordinary man.

1984:

2004:

KARL COLLABORATED with

H&M and created a collection of women’s and men’s clothing. The collection sold out immediately after launch.

KARL LAGERFELD started his

own eponymous "Karl Lagerfeld" brand. The brand was established to channel "intellectual sexiness"

1967:

FENDI HIRED LAGERFELD

so that he could help them modernize their fur line. His designs were seen as very innovative and proved to be groundbreaking. The world saw the introduction of the use of mole, rabbit, and squirrel pelts into high fashion.

2002:

LAGERFELD collaborated with

1980s:

LAGERFELD JOINED CHANEL and was successful in bring-

ing life back into the company, making it a huge success. Lagerfeld integrated the interlocked "CC" monograph of Coco Chanel into a style pattern which became the logo of the brand.

2008:

A DOCUMENTARY called “A

Lonely King,” was released which detailed his life in France.

Renzo Rosso’s brand, Diesel on a special denim collection for the Lagerfeld Gallery. Karl was the co-designer for the collection, which was developed by Diesel's creative team, under Rosso’s supervision. It consisted of five pieces that were presented during the designer's catwalk shows during Paris Fashio Week.

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2010:

HE WAS AWARDED The Cou-

ture Council Fashion Visionary Award, which was especially created in order to honor him by the Couture Council of The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

2015:

HE CREATED his first ever “Haute

Fourrure” show for Fendi, and brought fur to the couture runway. This made Karl to be the only designer to have two high-fashion shows in one week. The same year, The British Fashion Council presented Lagerfeld with the Outstanding Achievement Award at the British Fashion Awards.

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2018:

LAGERFELD’S NAMESAKE BRAND brought its first flagship store in SoHo, Manhattan. He also created a color cosmetics line for the brand by partnering with Australian beauty company ModelCo.

2019:

FOR THE FIRST TIME in his 54 years at Fendi, Lagerfeld designed a men’s look for the brand’s runway show.

2012:

KARL COLLABORATED with

Carine Roitfeld on a traveling exhibition called “The Little Black Jacket” based on photographs taken by the designer of his favorite muses wearing Chanel’s famous jacket.

2017

THERE WERE TWO IMPORTANT HIGHLIGHTS from this

year. He received the WWD John B. Fairchild Honour and the Grand Vermeil medal (one of Paris’s most reputed awards). The latter was honoured to him at the Chanel couture show by Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo.

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TIPS &TRICKS on how to take care of your LUXURY HANDBAGS and accessories

You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss this for sure!! WHEN WE PURCHASE A LUXURY HANDBAG OR PAIR OF SHOES, IT COMES WITH THE EVIDENT EXPECTATION THAT THEY SHOULD LAST US FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. SADLY, THE FORTUNE WE SPEND ON OUR LUXURY PURCHASES DOESNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T GUARANTEE ITS TIME SPAN. 56

ure leather products face their share of wear and tear if they are not taken care of. Luckily for you, there are a few simple steps you can take to ensure that your priced possessions always remain in mint condition.

Different leather types require different care protocols. Keep your leather looking new by using leather conditioners, waterproof sprays and creams that protect leather from moisture under wet conditions. Avoid using hair-dryers or other sources of hot air, which may cause leather to shrink.

In our conversation with Mallika Sharma, founder of The Leather Laundry, we bring to you a complete leather care guide from the most trusted and professional leather repairing ninjas in the country!

SUEDE CARE With suede leathers, a soft brush is recommended. For dry stains on suede, you can use a pencil eraser. In case of a liquid spill, blot quickly, instead of wiping off, to prevent the liquid from seeping in deeper.

1. What's the best way to protect leather without ruining the colour? The first and foremost step towards taking care of your precious leather possessions is to clean them regularly. Leather handbags and shoes should not be stored in air-conditioned rooms, as it not only results in colour loss, but may also escalate fungus due to moisture! Leather should not be exposed to direct sunlight as it will lose colour and natural oils, thus becoming hard and developing cracks.

2. What is the best process for properly cleaning leather? GRAINY & PIGMENTED LEATHER Wipe the surface with a dry muslin cloth to remove the dirt and dust. Then dampen the cloth and wipe it against mild baby soap and lather the leather! Do not rinse hard, buff the leather so it remains supple and retains its sheen!

PATENT LEATHER SHOES & BAGS Take a soft cloth and damp it with water and gently rub it on the surface of the patent leather to remove the dry dirt and dust. Patent leather is highly prone to dye transfers through scuffing and scratching! If the stain is fresh then quickly remove it through the application of petroleum jelly or isopropyl. For patent leathers, prevention is always better than cure! Always store your patent leather bags and shoes in dust bags to prevent them from catching dye from other products! Exposure to sunlight can also cause irreversible color fading on patent leather. Stuff the bag with acid free paper, bubble wrap or clothing and make it sit upright. MODISH MAGAZINE

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3. How do you avoid leather pealing? Genuine leather never peels! Only PU/faux leather/leatherette peels over time! And there is no solution to keep PU from peeling! Natural animal hide is very durable and natural fibers are sturdy and supple! Leather can develop cracks if it becomes too dry because of dry weather or wear and tear. But it will never peel.

4. What is the best (and worst) way to store leather? LEATHER JACKETS The best way to store a leather jacket is by hanging it on a wide padded hanger. Avoid using plastic bags and instead use cloth bags to store your leather product, as leather needs to breathe. In case you need to iron your leather jacket, a thick sheet of paper/ cloth should be placed between leather and iron to prevent direct exposure to heat.

SHOES Leather shoes need to be stored in a temperature-controlled area that is cool and dry as high moisture and extreme temperatures tend to destroy leather. Make sure you give them a generic cleaning and conditioning treatment once in a while. Patent shoes should be stored in cloth bags as patent is quite prone to dye transfers! If space permits,

HANDBAGS Wipe your bag with a damp cloth to remove dry dust/dirt sitting on the surface after every use. Apply a thin layer of a good leather conditioner and leave it to age for 30 minutes. Then wipe off the surface of the bag with a dry muslin cloth! Handbag reconditioning is recommended atleast once an year. Store the bag in dust bag or pillow cover. Most importantly, do not hang your bag, as it stretches out the handles.

6. Quick tips for stains (oil spots/ ink spills/ watermarks) on your leather: Honestly for all of the above there are endless solutions prescribed on the internet, like using vinegar, alcohol, lemon water etc! However we do not recommend any of these tips, as they are only successful when the stain is fresh! Even then, these methods can go awry and the blotch can become bigger and uglier. We here at TLL, work on all these spots and marks through touch ups and colour restoration! We play with dye/pigments depending on the nature of the leather and the colour in question! If at all, anyone tries these internet prescribed methods at home, we strongly recommend a patch test at an inconspicuous spot, in order to avoid any kind of fatality. Last but not the least, avoid cleaning leather at home and instead consult a professional from time to time. If at all you plan to clean at home, do a patch test first and avoid using hard chemicals.

keep your leather shoes in their original boxes. There should be dedicated shoe racks for each season. Leather boots should be stored upright using a boot stand so that they retain their shape.

5. If you get a mark on a piece, can you dye it? Yes, ofcourse, but one cannot dye at home! The product needs to be taken to a professional dry cleaner who will dye it properly and evenly with an air gun! For lighter colours, we use pigment and for darker colours we use water colour/dye. Upon dyeing, the colour also needs to be fixed with special chemicals to avoid any kind of colour run! We also restore the sheen of the leather post colour correction and condition it to make it softer. MODISH MAGAZINE

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ady Gaga once wore a suit made from raw meat. Truly, there are myriad options when it comes to wearing your suit. However, no, we are not asking you to go that far. Since the soul of a suit lies in its fabric, it is important to know what goes behind picking the right kind of fabric for your suit.

As promised in our last edition, we are back with the next chapter of the perfect suiting guide by Meraki Brothers. For a few of us, buying a suit means walking out of the store with a black, blue or grey suit without really understanding the pulse. While there is nothing wrong with a blue, black or grey suit, it is always better to make an informed choice because suits are a guide to your personality.

Make the right choice!

Good fabric will feel better, hold its shape for longer, and look the same for its lifespan. Most importantly, pick a fabric that you will feel comfortable in and enjoy wearing. Most of the fabrics a customer will encounter when ordering a bespoke suit are made from wool, but other options include cotton, linen and luxury fibers like cashmere, vicuña, silk and mohair. For those of you who are just about building up a collection of their suits, we recommend that you pick pure wool as the fabric for your suits because it elegantly drapes a man’s form and is crease-resistant.

The classic selection: WOOL

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Wool is the most popular fabric choice for men due to its versatility and refined aesthetic. Wool is a natural material, which means it breathes well, and can be worn both in the heat of the day or the cool of the night. It is soft and wrinkle free but is sometimes criticized by those wanting lighter, more slimming fabrics. Common wool types include tweed, flannel, cashmere, merino, mohair, and worsted. Contrary to popular belief, wool is not just a winter fabric but also an all-year option for suits. Few of the key characteristics of wool that makes it a popular fabric choice is:

• Breathes easy: Wool is woven and has air pockets. The air pockets trap warmth while the gaps allow ventilation. • Durability: If well maintained, wool will keep for years. • Elasticity: Wool has a springiness that makes for good wrinkle resistance. It retains its shape with natural wrinkle recovery and stretch properties. • Easy to dye: Wool suits are available in any color under the sun. • Water-resistant: Sheep’s coats have a natural water-repellent fat called lanolin. While most of this is removed during processing, wool is still more difficult to soak than cotton. In addition, wool is hydrophilic; it can absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture without feeling wet to the touch. • Anti-static properties – Wool has natural and anti-static properties, which reduces static electricity in the garment, thereby making the wearer, feel comfortable. MODISH MAGAZINE

fashion Lightweight wools are suitable for tropical climates, whereas heavyweight wools work beautifully to keep out a winter chill. Let us look at some of the types of wool for men’s suiting:

1.MERINO WOOL

The Merino is one of the most historically relevant and economically inf luential breeds of sheep, much prized for its wool. The Merino breed has played a crucial role in the economic development of Spain in the 15th and 16th century, which held a monopoly on its trade, and since the end of the 18th century it was further refined in New Zealand and Australia, giving rise to the modern Merino. By 1870, Australia

had become the largest producer of wool in the world. Later, Australian wool became a ‘must have’, when Coco Chanel made tailored jersey suits for women courtesy the fineness and softness of Australian Merino wool. Most of the top brands like Emenegildo Zegna, Paul Smith, Dior, Armani, Tom Ford, Hugo Boss or the tailors on Savile Row, use Australian Merino wool in their fabric. Merino wool fabrics and suits will always be more expensive than suits made from cotton, man-made fibres, or where wool has been blended with polyester, however when it comes to value for money, men’s suits made from 100% wool or wool-rich suits represent the best investment. The Merino is an excellent forager and very adaptable. Meraki tip: For an everyday suit that is great quality, we recommend a yarn count range of 110’s to 150’s for an all year business suit and fabric weight ranging between 240 to 320 grams is most suitable for the Indian consumer. The number refers the fineness of the individual fibers that are spun into the yarn, which is then woven into the fabric before it is sewn into a suit. The higher the number, the thinner the fibers, the smoother the fabric as well comparatively expensive. MODISH MAGAZINE

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Mohair, aka Diamond fiber for its high luster and sheen, is made from the hair of the Angora goat, which makes it different from wool. It is similar to wool with a bit of natural shine to it and a definite crunch to the hand. It performs well and resist wrinkling like no other fabric. The identity of a good mohair is when it can be rolled into a ball, released, and smoothed back out perfectly with barely any effort. It makes for a great spring suit. Mohair has excellent insulating properties, which makes it warm in winter, while remaining cool in summer due to its moisture wicking properties. It is durable, naturally elastic, and crease resistant. Meraki tip: If you have a thing for wrinkle free suits, Mohair is your fabric.

Silk, derived from insects, offers superior comfort, is light, airy, incredibly smooth and is much more expensive than polyester to produce. It is a luxurious, breathable fabric and a natural temperature regulator, helping the body retain heat in cold weather while excess heat is expelled in warm weather. The fabric is most suitable for luxurious events. Given the high maintenance and its likeliness to damage, the fabric needs care like a baby. Silk can be worn in spring, summer, autumn and winter and suits most body types. Meraki tip: A hundred percent silk suit is a rarity. Hence, may not be recommended for business suits. For luxury events, the fabric may be used in combination with wool.

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COTTON

Cashmere wool, usually simply known as cashmere, is a fiber obtained from cashmere goats and other types of goat. Cashmere fiber, technically a type of wool, is finer, stronger, lighter, softer and approximately three times more insulating than sheep wool. The fabric is lightweight, offers warmth and feels phenomenal to the hand. Meraki tip: The fabric is quite luxurious and can give an unwanted shine to a suit. Therefore, the fabric may not be the preferred pick for workplace (unless blended with merino wool) but can be a top choice for luxurious events.

LINEN

One of the oldest fabrics to be in existence and widely worn in Europe, linen fabric weighs like a feather and breathes easy thus maintains its coolness in soaring temperatures. Suited best for summer, linen wrinkles easily (a characteristic the consumer needs to fall in love with or look the other way) and requires regular dry cleaning to maintain a fresh and crisp look. Unlike the other fabrics originating from animals, linen comes from a flax plant. Meraki tip: Highly suitable for casual summer outings or the informal Fridays at work. A belnd of wool and linen works best for a suit as it reduces the wrinkles while maintaining the summer texture of linen.

Cotton is that one fabric which can be said to be synonymous with clothing of any and every kind. Such is its mass appeal that cotton has managed to create for itself over the years owing to its properties. Cotton suits move and breathe well but tend to crease easily, which can make the suit look sloppy. They are satisfactory when it comes to softness but lag behind in the luxury department when compared to wool fabrics. As a fabric, cotton is inherently a bit casual and may not be perfect for a business suit. Meraki tip: Choose cotton in the spring, summer and autumn for a semi-formal look to outdoor events. For work, blend cotton with wool as this helps the fabric retain its silhouette. The soul of a suit lies in its fabric and a testimony to your personal fashion, style and outlook. While choosing a fabric and marrying it with occasion and season is no easy task, it is imperative that one sticks to the basic rules when choosing their fabric. Undoubtedly, merino wool performs on all parameters and is suited for most occasions and seasons. Remember, the next time you close in on a suit consult your bespoke tailor in the backdrop of your requirements for that perfect suiting look.

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trends to not miss this 2019 A new season deserves a closet refresh. So, scroll on to get in on the action before everyone else and be the trendsetter you were born to be! Here are some of the most prominent trends we picked up from the Spring/Summer fashion shows all around the globe that we think you need to pick up ASAP:

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MODERN BOHO

An interesting take on the classic bohemian look; the look is long, languid and sensual, saturated in warm desert and sun kissed hues, clashing geometric prints, scarf dresses, artisan knits, fringes and adorned with necklaces and amulets with astrological or spiritual motifs. Image Courtesy of: Carolina Herrera, Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini

COLOUR BLOCKED SUITS The suit is a wardrobe classic. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s evergreen, well literally and figuratively. This is the season of bold, striking suiting that runs the mile in terms of colour, drape and cut. Skirts, shorts, trousers and jackets came this season in bold, bright shades that can pack a punch as a full look or be mixed up with softer hues and dressed down with denim. Whatever the shape, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about those bold colours. Image Courtesy of: Gucci, Sies Marjan, Roksanda

BOLD PATTERNS

We all know patterns are a way to make powerful statement, but this year we are going the extra mile. Prints this year are going to be worn all-over, clashed merrily and madly with little concern and the result is a glorious, extra and proudly executed mess in eye-burning hues. Image Courtesy of: Marni, Roberto Cavalli 60

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HEAD-TO-TOE NEUTRALS Beige is making a huge comeback this year with its subtle variations and applications on everything. Head-to-toe beige is how the internationally sleek will be wearing it this year giving off its own airs of awe. Image Courtesy of: Burberry, Salvatore Ferragamo

5. COLOUR BLOCKING

With so much colour smacking us in the face this spring, it's no surprise that we'll need to learn how to colour-block. And yeah, neon is on the colour blocking list. Just remember that any colour goes with any other colour. Go wild. Image Courtesy of: Christopher Kane, Prabal Gurung

CROCHET

Following on from the tie-dye rage comes the ultimate in '70s fashion and Californian vibes craft-work. Crochet was spotted at this year’s fashion shows all over the globe. There’s no leaving behind those folksy elements and vibes, especially not this year. This homely handwork has gone high-end this year. Image Courtesy of: Ports 1961, Jacquemus

BOILER SUITS

Originally designed as a one-piece protective garment for manual labour workers, boiler suits have made an appearance now as fashionable as they are functional. To rock the look for yourself, just pick the cut and colour that suits you best. These long-sleeved jumpsuits are available in a variety of fantastic styles, so you won’t be short on choices. Image Courtesy of: Celine, Hermès

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NEO-GOTHIC

You can wear whatever you like as long as it’s black. To wear the Neogoth look this spring, pair black with anything that best suits you. But remember to keep the overall vibe dark and moody with a chic twist. Also, consider adding a dark red lip for a sexy, mysterious touch. Image Courtesy of: Balenciaga, Alexander Wang

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Not a hobby or craft anymore, it’s also one of fashion’s latest trends. Patchwork appeared on dresses, jumpsuits, pants and pretty much everything. As colourful as it is creative, the look sews together contrasting pieces of fabric to pull off an eccentric and eye-catching design. To rock the look, allow your patchwork piece of clothing to be the focus of your outfit by teaming it with simple, block-coloured garments and accessories. Image Courtesy of: Paco Rabanne, Preen by Thornton Bregazzi

BELT BAGS

They totally make it easier for you and your hands are free from carrying a heavy, cumbersome handbag. Belt Bags play with size, shape, materials and designs, making it a wonderland for you if you want to try out this trend. Image Courtesy of: Jacquemus, Fendi 62

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1 We have compiled a list of some really elegant, pretty and attractive statement jewelry pieces that were recently spotted on some of your favorite celebs.

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1. Dia Mirza in Mahesh Notandass, 2. Khushi Kapoor in Anmol Jewellers 3. Kareena kapoor in Renu Oberoi 4. Jhanvi Kapoor in Motifs by Surbhi Didwania 5. Kajal Aggarwal in Misho Design 6. Manisha Koirala in Mahesh Notandass 7. Kriti Sanon in Azotiique 8. Lisa Ray wearing Lara Morakhia 9. Radhika Apte in Diosa Jewels 10. Sonam Kapoor in Lara Morakhia

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Billy Porter, Constance Wu, Elsie Fisher

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The Oscars saw some of the most elite, superfluous as well outrageous outfits of all times. MODISH has brought forward some of the highlights of the event.

Laura Harrier and Emilia Clarke

he Oscars, originally known as the “Academy Awards” is the oldest entertainment awards ceremony telecasted worldwide. Started in 1929, the Oscars are a series of awards given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) for excellence in the field of art and technology in the film industry. The winners from numerous categories are each given a copy of a golden statuette, known as the “Academy Award of Merit”. The 91st Academy Awards Ceremony was held on the 24th of February 2019 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Broadcasted on ABC, a total of 3,072 golden statuettes were awarded this year. BILLY PORTER The American stage performer, actor and pop singer set the red carpet on fire with his black custom Christian Siriano tuxedo gown made with velvet material. On one hand, there was tremendous praise for his outfit while a different set of people had the opinion that “A black man in a gown is a threat to the black masculinity” and that was exactly the type of conversation Porter wanted to create. Porter told The Associated Press over phone: “I was ready to create the conversation. We have to teach people how to treat us, we have to teach people how to love us, we have to teach people how to respect us, and the only way we do that is to respect ourselves.”

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ELSIE FISHER - The 15 year old American Actress aced the red carpet in a suit. She wore a black velvet Thom Browne tuxedo. The Eighth Grade actress complimented her look with stick straight hair making heads turn. According to her makeup artist, Kristin Hilton, Elsie wore false lashes for the first time at the 2019 Oscars. LAURA HARRIER created waves with her ethical and eco-responsible gown. The blue Louis Vuitton gown was hand crafted by Nicolas Ghesquiere. She completed her look with subtle jewellery by Bulgari. PRIYANKA CHOPRA The Desi Girl left everyone magnetized with her Elie Saab gown. The black voluminous gown had a deep cut neck which highlighted her flawless features. LADY GAGA - The Queen never fails to impress us. Gaga wore a black evening dress by Alexander Mcqueen. The bustier dress was made with black silk faille with engineered corset seaming and full godet skirt with black gloves. She wore the priceless tiffany diamondone of the largest and finest fancy diamonds in the world. JASON MOMOA - The world saw a very different version of the most loved character of Game of Thrones- Khal Drogo. We could not help but fall in love with him in his pink Fendi “Made to Measure” tuxedo. CONSTANCE WU brought her sunshine to the red carpet. She wore a custom-made Versace gown. The marigold yellow gown was made of silk and was off the shoulder with Swarovski embellished V neckline and draped tulle bodice. EMILIA CLARKE - Just like her Khal, Emilia Clarke left her fashion imprint with her Balmain dress. She wore a bespoke Balmain gown shimmering with 300,000 Swarovski crystals designed by Olivier Rousteing. Academy Awards 2019, has thus ended the Award Season with a bang. We look forward to the same enthusiasm and incredible ceremony for the coming years ahead.

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Chanel Collection

The final show designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld was the most iconic show of the entire Fashion Week. This show was a farewell to the Legend. The runway was in the set-up of a Tyrolean ski vaillage, filled with snow and was walked by his all-time favorite muses like Penelope Cruz and Cara Delevingne. Well known personalities like Naomi Campbell, Kristen Stewart, Claudia Schifer were

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Alexander McQUEEN Collection

The collection had everything from different styled suits to evening dresses. “I went home for this collection, back to where I grew up in the North of England, surrounded by mill towns and wild countryside. I took my team to those mills, to a landscape that I remember from my childhood. The heart of the collection is inspired by the bolts of cloth we saw woven both by man and machine.” - Sarah Burton, Creative Director of Alexander McQueen.

OFF White Collection Virgil Abloh’s “His & Hers” was filled with contrasting colors and held at a checkerboard stage. The collection had tailored suits as well as amazing oversized

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Held from 25Th February – 5th March 2019, Paris Fashion week officially concluded the Fall 2019 Season. As one of the Big Four Fashion Weeks, PFW had a lot of incredible moments. Here are some of the highlights from it. Photo courtesy of: instagram.com/fashiontomax

TOMMY X ZENDAYA Collection

Zendaya showcased her debut collection in collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger. It was a 70s inspired collection, basically walked by the global Black talents. The runway was strutted by models like Jourdan Dunn, Winnie Harlow, Halima Aden and Grace Bol. A dancing Grace Jones was magical to the eyes of the audience. jackets. Some gowns were paired with sneakers and it looked mesmerizing. Among the famous personalities who walked the show, there were the Hadid sisters and Supermodel, Karlie Kloss. The three of them closed the show in completely different looks. MODISH MAGAZINE

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Technology is imperative in making our life easy and comfortable. From smart phones to smart homes, everything that surrounds us is high-tech and we could not have been more dependent on it ever before.

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ince these techno gadgets reflect a lot about our style quotient, we like to adorn the most fashionable of them. Whether it’s Gigi’s love for her sleek and smart speakers or Louis Vuitton’s Smart Watch, we’ve got a list of head turning techcessories which you should certainly get your hands on. A) BEOSOUND EGDE When it comes to Bang and Olufsen, you never expect to have just a simple design of speakers. The company pushed themselves by taking the basic design of Beoplay A9 to the wall mounted design of Beosound Edge. Unlike any speaker it’s shaped into disclike and can be placed either like a standing coin or resting on its edge. There is no denying the fact that it came out as a showstopper and took the design of a speaker to another level. This gravity –repulsing statement can surely be a eye catching centrepiece for your home.

B) THE SAMSUNG GALAXY FOLD This phone is an unquestionable replacement for your existing phones. The most awaited foldable Samsung Galaxy was unveiled in February this year; a device which is capable of being folded open to expose a 7.3-inch tablet sized flexible display. For those who want something other than the ordinary will be drooling already for this to get their hands on it. For what Samsung’s CEO DJ Koh has to say, he renders that they have created a phone for those who want to love past the restrictions what the ordinary phones have implied and it’s high time to experience something new ! C) SAINT LAURENT IPHONE 8 CASE The phone cover now reflects more about your style just as your handbag does. Iphone 8 case launched by Saint Laurent is made from crocodile-effect

leather along with raised curved edges which provides protection. Further, the embellished brand’s logo in silver tone gives it a cooler look. This new accessory is truly worth the desire of Iphone lovers! D) NUFACE MINI FACIAL TONER This face lifter which only requires 5 minutes is rapidly becoming everybody’s favourite. The NuFace Mini is a FDA approved, hand held facial device which helps recuperate facial contour, facial tone as well appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It uses low current in order to invigorate facial muscles which assists in boosting up of collagen and results in face uplifting. E) TAMBOUR HORIZON SMART WATCH BY LOUIS VUITTON This is the first time for Louis Vuitton as the brand makes its debut into the precinct of smart watches by launching Tambour Horizon Smart Watch whose design is based on Tambour moon layout. Supported by iOS as well as Android, this smart watch provides a RAM of 4 GB suitable for cumulating apps and records. For being priced at about £3,685 that’s definitely not a bad deal! F) SLIM CASE FOR APPLE WATCH 4 Caseology, a leading name in the industry which produces slim and protective cases for Iphones, took the challenge to create the ultimate seamless design that complements the Apple watch 4 experience. This watch not only tracks your steps or the calories burned but also collects the information regarding your blood pressure or heart rate. The sleek design helps to save your watch from regular wear and tear. The design is kept simple without adding bulkiness and the raised edges also help the screen to stay protected.

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Amore Mio

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MODISH discovered a recently launched label, AMORE MIO. The Italian word Amore Mio basically means â&#x20AC;&#x153;MY LOVEâ&#x20AC;? which totally justifies the collection that is designed with a lot of love and elegance by their designer, HITU BHATIA.

itu Bhatia has been in the garment business for about 25 years or more. With her extraordinary talent and amazing knowledge of garments, she decided to pursue a clothing line which is 100% linen. The collection is a clothing and resort wear for women. The label has a variety of unique elements with embroidery prints and embellishments that are specially handcrafted by craftsmen. At the Amore Mio, they believe that any kind of variations and irregularities adds to its unique appeal and brings out the beauty of the collection. The color palette of the collection ranges from white to vermillion red, keeping the label simple yet trendy. The clothing line looks extremely comfortable with a slight touch of Bohemian Fashion. You can wear these clothes on a casual day as well for an evening party paired with junk jewellery.

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THE FASHION DESIGN COUNCIL OF INDIA (FDCI) HAS BEEN A FRONTRUNNER IN TAKING FORWARD PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI'S 'MAKE IN INDIA' VISION.

aking this a step further, FDCI organized a spectacular event showcasing the best of Indian textiles and craft at the ninth edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in Ahmedabad on January'19. Seven of India's most talented textile gurus participated in this event, all of them interpreting the 'Make In India' theme in their distinctive signature style. The designers were Anju Modi, Gaurang Shah, Namrata Joshipura, Payal Jain, Rahul Mishra, Rajesh Pratap Singh and Shyamal & Bhumika. Gaurang Shah presented Chitravali, featuring kalamkari inspired by Ajanta paintings on Kanjeevaram weaves.

In her collection Raas Leela, Anju Modi showcased mashroo, Banarasi brocade and matka silk along with techniques like gold foil print, gota patti work and zardozi embroidery.

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Khadi from Gujarat and Rajasthan mixed with ikat was presented by Rajesh Pratap Singh.

Payal Jain’s pristine white Blanc collection had tone-on-tone usage of chikankari, appliqué, mirror-work, resham embroidery, mokaish, zardozi and glass beading on silk jamdani, chanderi, katrua and khinkhab.

Rahul Mishra showcased traditional chikankari from Lucknow in his collection Charbagh.

Designer duo Shyamal & Bhumika curated Vayanti, a couture collection incorporating exquisite brocade from Gujarat.

Talking about the show, FDCI President Sunil Sethi commented, “We are delighted to be back in Ahmedabad for such a major event, after three amazing shows in this city in the past. We, at FDCI, and our designers are excited to showcase at the Sabarmati riverfront. We would like to thank the Gujarat Government, Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) and the Ministry of Tourism for giving us this opportunity.” MODISH MAGAZINE

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“What To Eat Or What Not To Eat”

A SIMPLE GUIDE TO KEEP YOURSELF FIT

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A Sample Diet Chart That You Can Follow: EARLY MORNING: Lemon water/ Jeera water/ Herbal tea/ Green tea with 5-6 soaked almonds BREAKFAST: Oats with veggies/ Oats cheela • or Vegetable poha with curd/ 2 slices of veg multigrain sandwich/ Idli Sambhar • or besan cheela with green chutney or methi roti / Onion roti / Oats roti with curd or 3 egg white omelets with fresh orange juice. MID MEAL: 1 Fruit (apple/papaya/watermelon) • or 1 glass coconut water or 1 glass buttermilk or chickpea salad or sprout salad or fruit smoothie (curd based).

DT. GURPREET SONI ADVOCATES ON EATING A RAINBOW DIET TO HELP THE BODY STAY STRONG AND ALSO DISCUSSES THE IMPORTANCE OF INCULCATING FOLLOWING HEALTHY EATING HABITS IN OUR DAILY LIVES TO MAKE OURSELVES FIT.

t is well known fact that eating healthy food is mandatory to stay healthy. However, it is not just eating homemade healthy food that keeps you healthy. It is imperative to take care of the combination of food that you ingest that may have a more dangerous effect on your health than eating bad food. Some foods belong together and some don’t !! Some combos taken together help in efficient absorption of nutrients while some cause chronic inflammation in the body and have a grave effect on heart. Dt. Gurpreet Soni advocates on eating a rainbow diet to help your body stay strong and also discusses the importance of inculcating following healthy eating habits in your daily lives to make yourself fit.

• Develop a timely eating pattern and do not skip meals. • Carry homemade food when you go out for shopping. • Avoid packed or outside food.

• Eat fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables. • Drink a lot of water; you can also try different detox water. • Take heavy breakfast and light dinner. • Increase the content of protein, fibers and vitamins in your diet. • Eat fermented food like yogurt, sprouts, chickpea salad and buttermilk. • Add coconut water, fresh juices, and lemon water in your daily diet. • Avoid oily and fried food as they may cause acne. • Bid goodbye to carbs like Maida and sugar (white sugar). • DO NOT COUNT CALORIES; see the nutritional value in you food. • Consume seeds and nuts. • Add 2 cups of green tea/ day. • Avoid alcohol and smoking. • Exercise daily; you can take up meditation and yoga. • Stay HAPPY

ABOUT THE DIET EXPERT Dt. Gurpreet Soni is a health and nutrition professional who promotes healthy eating through her dietary changes and advice. She offers diet plans for weight loss, obesity management, guided lifestyle modifications. Her therapeutic diets offer resolutions for Pcod, Hypertension, Diabetes, Cholesterol, Stress and anxiety. For Appointments: DT. GURPREET SONI • Hygieia, Diet Clinic tel. +91 9999938205 • email: hygieia.diet@gmail.com Clinic: Kirti Nagar, New Delhi • Paschim Vihar, New Delhi. MODISH MAGAZINE

LUNCH: Dal, sabzi, roti or rice (1 cup cooked), curd • or cucumber raita or Sambar Idli or Quinoa salad.

SNACK: Green Tea with handful of nuts or makhanas • or boiled 2 egg whites • or 1 glass buttermilk • or 1 Fruit (apple/papaya/watermelon). DINNER: Sauté vegetables with or without chicken or fish with one bowl of brown rice • or one big bowl of dal, subzi and salad • or roasted/grilled chicken or grilled veggies with mashed potato • or Quinoa salad • or brown rice khichdi • or Multigrain rotis with dal and sabzi POST DINNER: Green Tea

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Perenne A Life Changing Skincare Brand

nspired by nature and the vision to create pure and natural skin care products from the highest quality, non-toxic ingredients, Perenne is an organic skincare brand that aims to reconnect people to nature. With state of the art non-toxic formulas combined with ancient alchemy, Perenne has been born out from the deep-rooted faith in the healing power of nature.

Why you should switch to PERENNE Skincare Cosmetics?

• Perenne products are free from parabens, artificial colors, chemicals, silicones and sulphates that cause longterm skin problems. • First company in India to come up with purest, non-toxic, natural skincare products. • Lab-made safe ingredients made from plant extracts using original extract water to boost skin renewal and prevent ageing.

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PERENNE Broad Spectrum Sunscreen

PERENNE Moisturising Cream

Perenne’s moisturizing cream comes in a very light texture, its natural formula not only makes your skin soft and supple but repairs it from within. It has the active ingredients of shea butter, vitamin E and grapefruit extracts that provide nourishment to your face and prevents premature ageing. It suits people from normal to dry skin and is best used after cleansing the face with a facial cleanser. Makeup enthusiasts can apply it for prepping the skin before applying makeup for a fresh and dewy look!

When it comes to picking a sunscreen, we all look for a non-greasy, moisturising and chemical-free product that has the ability to protect the skin from harmful effects of UV radiations. The Broad Spectrum SPF 50 not only protects the skin from sunburns, tanning and uneven skin tone but also provides complete hydration and possesses skin lightening properties. It suits varied skin types and can be applied individually without applying moisturizer. It has jojoba oil that nourishes the skin along with green tea, aloe vera and cucumber extracts. Its sweat-free and waterproof properties make it ideal for swimming and other outdoor summer activities.

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PERENNE Tonic Mist

Perenne Cosmetic’s Revitalising Tonic Mist is a savior on days your skin feels dull and dehydrated. It has a combination of rose, aloe vera, kiwi, grapefruit and green tea extracts which battle early signs of ageing and boosts cell renewal. It can be used as both a toner and a facial mist to tone and refresh the skin throughout the day. The Vitamin C extract present in it acts as an anti-oxidant and helps lighten the skin tone, prevents breakout and fades blemishes. It is best suited for dry skin girls out there who need an instant fix to hydrate their skin and give it that boost of energy when you’re on the move.

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WOW Charcoal Face Scrub

The Charcoal Face Scrub from Wow is an excellent exfoliator for people who have to deal with enlarged pores and blackheads. The activated charcoal ingredient is a rage among the beauty industry these days and this scrub does justice to it. It contains 100% natural activated charcoal, extra virgin olive oil and vitamins B3, B5 that nourish the skin and leave a glossy look after each application. The scrub provides deep penetrating exfoliation that targets impurities on the skin and lightens pigmentation. The whole experience of exfoliating the skin with charcoal leaves your skin looking bright, smooth and glowing! Even though this scrub suits all skin types, we highly recommend a patch test if you have highly sensitive skin.

ourished with the goodness of natural ingredients, Wow is a revolutionary brand that aims to deliver premium quality products related to beauty, health and wellness at affordable prices. It is well reputed and renowned for its 100% vegan and cruelty free methodology alongside the science of producing products that are free from harmful chemicals, synthetic colors and mineral oils which cause long term problems to the skin, hair and body.

Their diverse range of skincare, hair care and bathing products include powerful and effective alternatives to the harmful, chemical products that we use. The brand’s philosophy is imbibed in the healing and rejuvenating benefits of nature.

WOW Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo and Conditioner

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With the active ingredients of Apple Cider vinegar, argan oil and sweet almond oil, Wow’s range of Apple Cider shampoo and conditioner is 100% pure, natural and free from harmful chemicals like parabens and sulphates. It gently detoxifies the hair and scalp by keeping your mane frizz-free and removing all dead scalp cells. With regular use, this super combination of shampoo and conditioner will also make your hair smooth, shiny and keep dandruff in check. Packed with minerals, vitamins, antioxidants and omega 6 fatty acids, this shampoo will come as a blessing to your hair. It works perfectly on different hair types, especially people who suffer from the problem of split ends and excessive breakage of hair due to dust, pollution, styling and heating!

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Editors Picks We’ve handpicked the Hottest Beauty Products for 2019

JUST FOR YOU!!

Loubivalentine Coffret Rouge

This beautiful and intricately designed lip and nail duo kit brings to you limited edition shades for that perfect look. It comes in a dapper box that has hearts embellished in gold, with an inscription that reads “From Xtian with Love.”

MATTE & METAL MELTED Shadows by Huda Beauty

PORE & PRIME Balm by Tarte Shape Tape Family

Say goodbye to pores. This vegan and silk primer helps you glide on the makeup smoother, quicker and more evenly. Its lightweight and keeps the skin nourished.

This dual-ended liquid shadow combines the rich velvety matte formula on one end and an over the top shimmery on the other. The favorite with the bloggers worldwide, this product is creating a sensation already. You have to try it to believe it.

YSL Beaute Volupte PLUMP-IN COLOR

This luxury lip-gloss collection by YSL makes gives your lips that extra sheen and texture. LOOK WOW, NOW.

FLUIDITY FOUNDATION by Morphe For that flawless looking, glowing skin. This full coverage foundation is a must in every makeup lover’s vanity.

BENEFIT Roller Liner Get that perfect WING!!

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Want Celebrity like Flawless skin?

Story by Suchita Kalra

Find THEIR BEAUTY SECRETS to PERFECTION

WE ALL HAVE ALREADY BEEN TRYING VARIOUS SORTS OF SKIN FACIALS AND KEEP OUR DIET AND WATER INTAKE IN CHECK TO GET THAT PERFECT SKIN. HOWEVER, SOMETIMES IT STILL GETS DAUNTING TO ACHIEVE THAT CELEB LIKE FLAWLESS SKIN.

ut if you haven’t got enough of it, scroll down and get inspired with these unusual skincare treatments from your favorite celebs to get that perfect looking skin. Don’t you want to try your hands on them?

A) KIM KARDASHIAN’S CUPPING SECRET TO PERFECT SKIN As she is like the rest of us getting older, but her skin seems to be getting better and better. We all know that she is no stranger to Botox but it’s not the only reason for her flawless looking skin. Besides the regular skincare routine another procedure includes Cupping. However, she has always been open about her routines as she keeps sharing pictures on her Instagram handle. Few days back she also shared a picture of her cupping session. According to a professional “Face Cupping is a technique which is an all natural process which increases blood flow and stimulates the lymphatic system to help reduce inflammation, which in turn smoothes fine lines and wrinkles”. After this process you can feel your facial muscles getting relaxed and tension going away .Well, who wouldn’t take a shot at this right? B) DEMI MOORE’S LEECH FEAST Demi Moore has spilled the beans on her secret to perfect skin:Leech Feast. This is a procedure followed by placing leeches on various parts of the body to protract unclean blood and help to clean the body. Leech therapy had earlier been used to treat diabetic wounds. Now it has been used to reconstruct skin as well. C) BIRD DROPPING FACIALS Victoria Beckham uses the strangest technique to keep her skin always glowing .The Bird Poop Facial is not uncommon with these celebs. Victoria uses Bird Poop which is high in urea that helps the moisturizer to stay and thus produces brightening effect on the skin. The droppings are refined into powdered form and then mixed with water to stick on face. D) KATE MIDDLETON’S BEE VENOM MASK The royal lady turned heads around with this controversy when she used Bee Venom Mask before she married Prince William. This is also like Botox which helps in face uplifts, promises in anti-ageing phenomenon.

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Korean BEAUTY SECRETS Unveiled Story by Aakanksha Verma

WE WOULD BE LYING IF WE DENIED THE FACT THAT WE ENVY THE FLAWLESS SKIN OF KOREAN MODELS. But whats the secret behind all this glow??

ell, we are giving you a chance to steal these Korean beauty secrets and include them in your daily skincare regime. Apart from healthy eating, sleeping better and removing makeup before sleep, these are all the beauty rituals you need to swear by.

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and improve blood circulation. It is also said to aid in weight loss. There’s no reason you should wait to add it in your diet plan.

MOISTURISATION: A BLISS Intense moisturisation is what Korean skin care is all about. For maximum benefits, a light water-based hydrator is used. Once it gets absorbed, a heavier, creamier formula to dry-proof the skin, is applied. They believe that your skin needs to be nourished again by the end of the day, that’s the reason Korean women invest in a separate day and night moisturiser. All you have to make sure is that you use a downward motion each time. Take it on the fingertips and rub it for a few seconds to warm it up, just like the Korean beauties do. You can also add serum and essences to the routine for that extra moisturisation.

MASSAGING AND RELAXING Korean massage techniques have found their way to spas and skin clinics in India as well. You can relax your face muscles with these techniques at home too. Use downward, rotating motion rather than circular motion. Start from the forehead, then the cheekbones, cheeks, and working down to the jawbone. Massaging can increase circulation and give you the perfect glow. You can tap a little toner with your fingertips or make use of essential oils to maximize hydration.

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MASK IS A MUST One thing we have always heard trending in the Korean beauty market is face mask. Thus it had to be on the top of our list. The variety of masks with different ingredients and essential oils is large. There’s a mask for almost every skin remedy but we are suggesting you the best two options that could do wonders to your skin. The first is charcoal, which detoxes and exfoliates your skin. It is a must have skin care product for every Korean woman. Next has to be the grandma’s favourite, a homemade one. Yes, we are talking about the mixture of egg white and honey. It leaves your skin silky smooth and can be applied on your frizzy mane, too. If you have limited time in your hand, we have an option for you too. Apply an intensive sleeping mask to get rid of all the dullness and recover the skin cells overnight. MODISH MAGAZINE

FACE EXERCISES Just when you thought exercising would keep your body in it’s best shape, here’s another benefit it brings along. Korean women assure us that chanting the vowels ‘A-E-IO-U’ would give our cheeks the right lift. It overall improves the blood circulation to the face. Another face-workout tip includes taking a deep breath to avoid the skin to sag while ageing.

BARLEY TEA Koreans drink Barley tea almost everyday. Depending on the preference, it can be served hot or cold. Boricha, as Koreans call it, is made by adding roasted barley to water and bringing it to a boil. It has numerous health benefits, from improving digestion to curing cold and flu. This nutty-tasting tea contains large amount of antioxidants which help detox

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T O P Wellness for Trends 2019 Story by Aakanksha Verma

‘LOOK GOOD, FEEL GOOD’ IS THE MANTRA WE PLAN TO STICK TO BUT WHAT IS MORE IMPORTANT IS TO KEEP UP WITH WHAT’S TRENDING IN THE WELLNESS SECTOR TO ACHIEVE THAT GOAL. JUST LIKE ANY OTHER CATEGORY, WELLNESS IS EVER GROWING WITH NEW AND INNOVATIVE IDEAS. SOME OF THESE IDEAS INCLUDE PRACTICES FROM THE OLD TIMES PAVING THEIR WAY BACK TO THE 20TH CENTURY WITH MORE EFFECTIVE USES.

Yoga, meditation and green veggies aren’t enough if you want the best results for your body, mind and overall well being. Some of the recent wellness trends you need to keep up with, include:

other diseases. Keto diet includes various types or stages which are : Standard ketogenic diet (SKD) , Cyclical ketogenic diet (CKD) , Targeted ketogenic diet (TKD) , High-protein ketogenic diet.

2. VEGANISM

1. KETO DIET

The ketogenic diet is a very low-carb, high-fat diet that shares many similarities with the Atkins and other low-carb diets. It involves drastically reducing carbohydrate intake and replacing it with fat. This reduction in carbs puts your body into a metabolic state called ketosis. When this happens, your body becomes incredibly efficient at burning fat for energy. It also turns fat into ketones in the liver, which can supply energy for the brain. Ketogenic diet can cause massive reductions in blood sugar and insulin levels. This, along with the increased ketones, has numerous health benefits . A ketogenic diet is an effective way to lose weight and lowers the risk factor for 82

Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or poultry. Vegans, in addition to being vegetarian, do not use other animal products and by-products such as eggs, dairy products, honey, leather, fur, silk, wool, cosmetics, and soaps derived from animal products. People choose to be vegan for health, environmental and/or ethical reasons. Some people avoid these items because of conditions associated with their production. Many vegans choose this lifestyle to promote a more humane and caring world. They know they are not perfect, but believe they have a responsibility to try to do their best, while not being judgmental of others. The key to a nutritionally sound vegan diet is variety. A healthy and MODISH MAGAZINE

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varied vegan diet includes fruits, vegetables, plenty of leafy greens, whole grain products, nuts, seeds, and legumes.

to weight loss and for that reason green coffee has been taken as a supplement to help people drop a few pounds. The rich antioxidant is believed to not only affect the way your body processes your blood sugar, but also raises your resting metabolic rate which means you burn fat faster.

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3. Green is the NEW BLACK: Green COFFEE

Just when you thought Green tea was healthy enough to start your day with, a new trend has taken hold in the category of beverages. Green coffee beans are coffee seeds (beans) of Coffea fruits that have not yet been roasted. The roasting process of coffee beans reduces amounts of the chemical chlorogenic acid. Therefore, green coffee beans have a higher level of chlorogenic acid compared to regular, roasted coffee beans. Chlorogenic acid in green coffee is thought to have health benefits. As the beans aren’t roasted, it gives a completely different flavour and texture to the drink. Though green coffee has more caffeine than regular coffee. Chlorogenic acid has been linked

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4. AYURVEDA & the Massive Comeback

Ayurveda’s definition roughly translates to “the science of longevity” or “the sacred knowledge of life.” Though Ayurveda has been with us for generations. It has recently gained notoriety among a growing population of health-conscious individuals around the world. Ayurveda is based on five fundamental elements: space, air, fire, water, and earth, and subsequently classifies each person based on their dosha, or energy. Ayurveda has been used beneficially not only for medicine or wellness, but also beauty and it continues to come up with new uses. Hollywood has been huge in bringing Ayurveda to the mainstream, with a

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number of celebs trying—and subsequently sharing on social media—the Ayurvedic cleanse called panchakarma. The panchakarma includes a specific diet, herbal regimen, oil rituals, and enemas. It has gone from a fringe, crunchy detox to the program of choice for the Hollywood elite

5. PILATES: Everyone’s Favourite WORKOUT

Pilates is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates, after whom it was named. It is practiced worldwide and is seen gaining popularity among the celebrities. It is a form of low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen muscles while improving postural alignment and flexibility. Pilates moves tend to target the core, although the exercises work other areas of your body as well. Pilates can be done with or without equipment , no matter what, the moves involve slow, precise movements and breath control. Pilates elongates and strengthens, improving muscle elasticity and joint mobility.

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uccumbing to a sneeze isn’t a sign of weakness, but it can be avoided if we take the necessary steps to boost our immune system – the stronger our immunity, the less likely we are fall sick. These foods can keep you healthy, prevent falling sick way too often and keep the much dreaded flu season away. Making sure your body gets enough food that help bolster your immune system should be a priority for you and your family. Avoid the germs lurking by including healthy amounts of the following foods in your diet:

SUPERFOODS TO BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY THESE FOODS CAN KEEP YOU HEALTHY, PREVENT YOU FROM FALLING SICK WAY TOO OFTEN AND KEEP THE MUCH DREADED FLU SEASON AWAY.

1. BROCCOLI Broccoli is s powerhouse packed with vitamins and minerals. Rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as many other antioxidants and fiber, broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables you can put on your table and eat. While it's super tasty, it is best eaten when barely cooked or raw if you want the full dose of nutrition behind this vegetable.

3. LITERALLY ANY CITRUS FRUIT Vitamin C is the go to food for boosting immunity since they help in the production of white blood cells that help fight infections and they are available in such a huge variety, that they are super easy to add in any way to your diet. They are available in grapefruits, oranges, limes, lemons and tangerines.

4. BELL PEPPERS If you think citrus fruits hold the monopoly of being packed with Vitamin C, you’re dead wrong. Bell peppers hold the same amount of the vitamin as any citrus fruit, ounce for ounce. They are also a rich source of beta carotene, that helps keep your eyes and skin healthy. And besides boosting your immune system, Vitamin C can help you maintain healthy skin, so it can help improve the quality of your skin. 5. YOGURT Yogurt, specifically Greek yogurt, actively keeps the gastrointestinal tract free from germs, bacteria and other pathogens from entering the bloodstream and making you sick. Yogurt is packed with various vitamins, rich in proteins and probiotics; ll of which help boost your

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2. WHITE MEAT Poultry, such as chicken and turkey, is high in vitamin B-6. Vitamin B-6 is an important player in many of the chemical reactions that happen in the body. It’s also vital to the formation of new and healthy red blood cells. Broth or soups made from poultry contain gelatin, chondroitin, and other nutrients helpful for gut healing and immunity. Shellfish, on the other hand, are packed with zinc. Zinc doesn’t get as much attention as many other vitamins and minerals, but it is needed by our bodies so that our immune cells can function as intended. Shellfish include crabs, lobsters, clams and mussels. 84

immune system. Thus, you can understand why is it important to keep your gut happy. But to make sure you get the kind with no added preservatives and sugar to reap the full benefits. MODISH MAGAZINE

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6. PAPAYAS Papaya is another great fruit loaded with vitamin C, the benefits of which I have highlighted earlier. You can find the daily recommended amount of vitamin C in a single papaya. Papayas are also rich in a digestive enzyme called papain that has anti-inflammatory effects. Papayas have pretty good amounts of potassium, B vitamins and folate, all of which are beneficial to your overall health and immune system.

7.ALMONDS When it comes to preventing illnesses and fighting off colds, Vitamin E tends to take a backseat to Vitamin C. But don't forget that Vitamin E is really important to a healthy immune system. It is a fat-soluble vitamin, which means that it requires the presence of fat to be absorbed properly. Nuts, such as almonds, are packed with Vitamin E and also are packed with healthy fats that are important for the body’s metabolism. Eating a handful a day can also help reduce your cravings for bulky, filling foods. 8.CINNAMON Cinnamon is a major must need for your diet: it is an antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial beast, so it does more than just boost the immune system — it fights the pathogens that cause illness. Cinnamon is also extremely versatile and delicious, making it easy to add to your healthy diet. You can add it to your coffee, desserts or smoothies. 9.KIWIS They are quite like papayas; kiwis are naturally full of a lot of essential nutrients, including folate, potassium, vitamin K, and vitamin C. Vitamin C boosts white blood cell production in the body to fight infection, while kiwi’s other nutrients keep the rest of your body functioning properly.

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which is a must need for those with heart issues.

10. GREEN TEA Green tea helps fight inflammation and slows the ageing of cells (thank you, antioxidants), it can help lessen wrinkle development and make your skin appear brighter. The flavonoids present in green tea can help elevate metabolic rate and increase fat oxidation, thus help you reduce weight. Green tea is great for strengthening immune agents, protecting against oxidative stress that causes cell damage and prevent autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis, green tea is considered to be highly beneficial for the human body. 11. CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES Cauliflower, spinach and brussels sprouts are all cruciferous vegetables, which means that they’re not only rich in antioxidant vitamins that give an immune system boost, but they also contain choline, a nutrient essential to a healthy diet. Choline helps keeps your cells functioning properly and also helps support a healthy gastrointestinal barrier, keeping bacteria safely confined in the gut. Cauliflower, in particular, is a beneficial food to eat when you're sick because it’s also rich in glutathione, a powerful antioxidant that helps fight off infections and pathogens. And spinach is rich in beta carotene that helps with keeping your skin and eyes healthy.

12. GARLIC Garlic’s immune-boosting properties seem to come from it’s heavy concentration of sulfur-containing compounds, such as allicin, which help fight infections and pathogens that enter your body. Garlic can also help lower blood pressure and slow down hardening of the arteries,

13.WATER Water helps to oxygenate the blood found in our body, and that pumps up our cells and helps them function at full capacity. Healthy cells that are packed with oxygen mean that our muscles and organs are firing on all cylinders – thus helping us feel our best and allowing our bodies to enjoy a superior immunity against pathogens and germs. Water can do wonders for your body, especially when it works as an immune system booster. Thanks to water’s miraculous properties, you can take advantage of this extremely versatile, natural immune booster in order to help improve your health and well-being.

14.GINGER Ginger is another ingredient many turn to when falling sick. Ginger can help decrease inflammation, which can help reduce a sore throat and other inflammatory illnesses, like arthritis and muscle pain. Ginger may also help decrease nausea, this applies to sea sickness, chemotherapy-related nausea, nausea after surgery and morning sickness. Ginger may help decrease chronic pain and may possess cholesterol-lowering properties. Some studies indicate that ginger helps with menstrual cramps. Go the extra mile and start planning your meals to include these 13 powerful immune system boosters. There’s no need to worry about your general health as long as you’re drinking enough water and eating enough– if you find yourself particularly susceptible to a streaming or congested nose, it may be a subtle sign from your body that you are not consuming enough in your day.

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Kefir the ProBiotic Drink

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To put things more in perspective, we have Manisha Bhagat, Culinary Nutritionist & Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and also the Founder of Progut foods Pvt Ltd to put more light on this issue. In her own words "The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison." Manisha is a visionary and her mission to promote long lasting health gave birth to PRO GUT FOODS Pvt. Ltd. The company manufactures Kefir based probiotic products out of which Kefir Milk is the mainstay. Progut Kefir Milk is tart and tangy cultured milk that is rich in vitamin D, protein and calcium and contains billions of bacteria to nourish the mircobiome (live bacteria) inside your gut. It effectively helps to boost your immunity, promotes weight loss and improves digestion, skin and elevate mood. In the first month of its launch itself, they had 75 families who chose to make Kefir a part of their daily regimen. On popular demand, they recently introduced coconut kefir which has expanded their user base. Imbued with the thought of broad basing to a wide variety of palettes especially children, they also thoughtfully introduced India’s first Probiotic herbed cheese

Having successfully catered to over 1000 clients including professionals, housewives, CEOs, sports enthusiasts, and the like, Manisha Bhagat works with you through Diabetes, PCOS, heart disease, weight gain and more so that you can completely heal through the plate and not through a pill. Manisha also teaches how to reclaim this long-lost relationship with food, so you can not only reclaim the fit, healthy body you have always wanted to have, but also reclaim the life you have always wanted to live. Build the right relationship with food, reach your goal weight and fight disease or prevent it with MANISHA BHAGAT at WISE WEIGHT WATCH.

JUST IN CASE YOU NEED TO BE REMINDED AGAIN, YOUR BODY IS IRREPLACEABLE AND ONLY YOU CAN FEED, RESPECT AND NOURISH IT. WHAT YOU EAT IS WHAT YOU ARE AND IT CANNOT BE OVEREMPHASISED.

ere’s a not so hidden fact, food is a medium of communication with our body. Our body responds or behaves on the basis of the signals received. To use the age old cliché, of using only the best fuel for your brand new car (which may be very expensive but after all, is replaceable) as this will impact how the car will run, how fast it goes and how it ages – so in the same context , we need to be gravely conscious of taking care of our own machinery aka our body through careful consideration of our consuming habits, avoiding inappropriate foods and not just grab anything impulsively just because it entices our taste buds. We need to rethink if we are doing justice to our body with the 'eat to live' philosophy. Just in case you need to be reminded again, your body is irreplaceable and only you can feed, respect and NOURISH it. What you eat is what you are and it cannot be overemphasised.

consumption healed him completely.The chronic digestive symptoms like acidity, gas, stomach bloating disappeared! How could something so simple be so impactful? What I learned is, including probiotics foods in your daily diet, flood your body with billions of good bacteria that help balance your gut, and allows your body to heal and protect itself from any illness.’’

which was an instant success. Their soon to be launched products that are going to join the ranks of their already successfully selling product range are probiotic chocolate cup and Flavoured kombuchas. What led Manisha to this journey of launching PRO GUT FOODS has an interesting and heartfelt background story. “My husband suffered from IBS for the longest time. Wanting to help him, I started looking for a permanent solution aggressively. The quest made me interact with my counterparts across the globe, study research papers, engage with nutritionists and health coaches in the U.S and Europe. Slowly but surely it dawned that to nourish your micro biome is the simplest way to keep all diseases at bay. I discovered KEFIR- the probiotic drink. I introduced kefir to my spouse and its regular MODISH MAGAZINE

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POLO DAY: A Royal event in the Regal Cities of Jaipur & Jodhpur

n the eighth year at the Blue City, guests were treated to the colours and vibrancy of Rajasthan, beginning with sunset drinks on the terrace of the Umaid Bhawan Palace. The evening witnessed guests following a procession of fire breathers, Rajasthani trumpeters and traditional Marwari horses to the battlements of one of Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest forts, the majestic Mehrangahr Fort, for an event celebrating everything Indian. Peter Prentice, Royal Salute Global VIP Relationships Director & Chairman Keepers of The Quaich Society, led a traditional Royal Salute Quaich Experience to toast to His Highness and the Game of Kings.

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• Countess Sheena Boisgelin, India Head for Vistajet • Lady Katharina Chelsea • Duchess Emma Manners with her daughter, Violet Manners • Gurickk Maan • Jaisal Singh, Founder and Owner, Sujan Luxury Group above: Founder of British Polo Day - Ben Vestey and Tom Hudson

British Polo Day saw its 71st global A grand total of £38,000 was raised event in India and along with found- in support of head injuries through ers Tom Hudson and Ben Vest, the the sport, a charity close to the heart attractive guest list included: of British Polo Day. The auction takings were greatly assisted by the • HRH Gaj Singh of Jodhpur sale of a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso • Padmanabh Singh, polo playTribute Duoface watch engraved with the coat of arms of Marwarer and from the royal family of Jodhpur, which went under the Jaipur hammer for $18,000. • Polo player Angad Kalan • Nader Iskander, Brand DirecBen Vestey, CEO and Partner of tor of Middle East and India British Polo Day said: “British Polo for Jaeger LeCoultre Day is delighted to be returning to • Former England Captain and Jodhpur for the 8th year running, Royal Salute World Polo Amthe event that is a magnificent jewbassador Malcolm Borwick el in the BPD crown. The base of • Peter Prentice, Royal Salute partners – with over 2,000 years of Global VIP Relationships combined heritage between them Director & Chairman Keepers of The Quaich Society – says so much about the relation-

above: Padmanabh Singh - royal family of Jaipur; below: Matteo Atti with Victoria Garrett

above: Nader Iskander Director at Jaeger LeCoultre; right: Ben Vestey, Simran Kaur, Gurik Maan and Tom Hudson

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left: Maharaja of Jodhpur - Gaj Singh with Lady Katharina Chelsea

and global partners Bentley Motors, Charles Russell Speechlys, Clinova, Justerini & Brooks, Chase Distillery, Lincoln Private Investment Office, Nyetimber, Original Travel, TAJ Hotels, SUJÁN British Polo Day is a fast-grow- Luxury to bring to events ing, ambitious company, that are spectacular and meswhich partners with some merizing. of the world’s best companies, including title sponsor Chelsea Barracks, team partners VistaJet, Royal Salute,

ship building opportunities that British Polo Day creates. British business continues to prosper in India, and myself and Chairman Tom Hudson are delighted that British Polo Day can be a part of this success story.’

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VOGUE EVENTIQUE CONCEPTS by Reema Arora IF YOU HAVE BEEN AROUND IN DELHI FOR A WHILE AND ARE A FASHION ENTHUSIAST, YOU PROBABLY ALREADY KNOW EVENTIQUE CONCEPTS BY REEMA ARORA

Reema Arora (owner)

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I above: Sheetal Arora & Shubhangi Trehan; left: Ritu Khullar & Reema Gupta left: Ginni Kochhar & Mallika Virmani: below: Priya Sabherwal & Preeti Jain

f you have been around in Delhi for a while and are a fashion enthusiast, you probably already know Eventique Concepts by Reema Arora. Reema Arora, founder of Eventique Concepts, is a name that is trending for a while in the fashion circuit and refuses to slow down. Having been around for a little more than five years, it is astonishing how Eventique Concepts by Reema Arora has grown in time. Today, the fashion space in Delhi waits with bated breath to shop from the exhibitions led by Eventique Concepts by Reema Arora. She made a humble beginning back in the day with fifteen labels and now boasts of a massive seventy-five strong line up of labels.

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Prod her a little on the astronomical success her exhibitions have seen, she smiles modestly and says, “Each time, our exhibition has something different to her. An element of freshness paired with a deep understanding of the market has helped us come this far.” Typically, Eventique Concepts by Reema Arora organize six exhibitions every year – winter, summer, monsoon and festive season. Given the stupendous success and overwhelming response from the India market, Reema Arora has tested the International markets like Los Angeles in the United States of America as well as Dubai. The results from the international markets have been prolific to say the least. She says excitedly, “I am finally planning to expand Eventique Concepts to a larger international market in 2019.” Having been born and bred in Delhi, her awareness of the market is on point. According to her, Delhi has the classes and masses both. The street style and free style co-exist harmoniously with the high-end fashion. The contemporary woman of today wears her confidence on her sleeve and shop from wherever that satisfies her shopping demands.

right: Soniya Khanna, Keisha Mehta & Sapna Khanna; below: Kangan Kapur & Ruchika Jain

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events We turn the pages of her life and look back at how all of this started for her. She admits, “Fashion has always fascinated me. I would keep a tab on all the places to shop in Delhi and would often advise friends and family on what to pick from where.” She continues, “With no professional training in fashion designing, I have always trusted my instincts and tastes.” She followed her heart and decided to offer a single platform to women, who are busy managing their professional and personal lives, to answer their fashion and lifestyle worries. Her first ever exhibition, boutique exhibition, was a blockbuster and set a strong foundation for the many more we have already seen and the innumerable more to come. Being a woman of substance herself who has made her mark through her applause worthy work, she is very keen on promoting women entrepreneurs. She says, “I always promote young women entrepreneurs and almost all the labels exhibiting with me are owned by women belonging to different age groups and this makes me feel very proud.” She further adds, “In order

to make a successful career, one should be ready to experiment and start with anything even if it is small. It is imperative to get an idea of what the market is about before diving in deep. To all those women who are aspiring to become entrepreneurs, give it a shot and put your heart and soul into it. There will be no turning back. If I can do it, so can you.” The last exhibition from Eventique Concepts by Reema Arora was Valentine Fiesta Exhibition, Edition 27, at The Hyatt Regency in the Capital that met with a resounding success. The Exhibition brought a plethora of urban designers from all across India who put their best foot forward by putting together their best designer collection. Well-known names from Delhi’s social circuit like Rekha Chawla, Ramola Bachchan, & many more graced the exhibition with their presence. For all you eager fashion enthusiasts, Eventique Concepts by Reema Arora has announced their next exhibition - Spring Fiesta scheduled on 05 April 2019 in Hyatt Regency, New Delhi. Mark the date and shop until late!

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extreme left: Soniya Khanna, Keisha Mehta & Sapna Khanna above: Gopika Midha

above: Chitwn Malhotra & Reeya Malhotra: right: Rekha Chawla & Preety Wadhwan

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above left: Ramola Bachcha; above: Ritu Jain & Ushmeet Alagh; left: Bhavna Singh & Preeti Pahuja MODISH MAGAZINE

Five things you carry in your handbag - My mobile phone, nude MAC lipstick, comb, my body shop hand cream and J’adore by Christian Dior perfume Your favorite holiday destination - Greece! Your all-time favorite fashion style - Chic yet classy You are most comfortable wearing - My torn Zara jeans with casual t-shirt Your favorite designer label Monisha Jaising

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left: Mahima Agarwal & Karishma Malhotra (extreme left, extreme right; editors of Modish Magazine); below: Jyotika Kakkar, Natasha Grover (center right, extreme right)

above: Shikha Chauhan and Samridhi Kohli (Founders, Red Carpet Exhibition)

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The Gala Seasoďż˝

below: Annu Kapoor (center left) and Roshni Thakur (right)

ecently, the fashion lovers in Delhi were seen having a gala time shopping their favorite designer labels under one roof at the Red Carpet exhibition. Not even an year old, the Red Carpet has carved its niche for the fashion enthusiasts of the city. On being asked the reason behind this fleeting success, the founders Shikha Chauhan and Samridhi Kohli humbly expressed gratitude and said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;As shoppers, we have always been keen to explore new designers and artists whose creations are marvelous yet easily affordable. Thus, having a decent understanding of what

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right: Sakshi Mehra (left) and Vinti Verma (right); below: Reeya Malhotra (right)

left: Sarika Madan, Jyotika Kakkar, Shilpa Sikka and Esha Batra (center left to right)

women look for once they step out for shopping, we curated the exhibition and it seemed to work.â&#x20AC;? The event, held at The Vasant Continental, pulled the famous socialites of Delhi to its horde namely Ankita Rai, Suruchi Khanna, Roshni Thakur, Anoo Kapoor, Ridhima Dhawan, and many more. Next Gen designers such as Vilasita by Tanisha Bhalla, Farah Sanjana, Shilpi Ahuja, Vibrant by Radhika & Rahul were the favorites amongst the shopaholics. We also could not resist loving

right: Srishti Lamba, Deepankshi Maini and Hena Malhotra

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left: Chahat Anand (right)

the fashion accessories by Bijoux by Priya, Mojaari, Chitty Chui and were left enchanted by the home dĂŠcor solutions by Floral Street and The Initial Studio amongst others. Did you miss the Gala Edition???? Worry not, the next event by Red Carpet is lined up and will open its door for you on 4th April 2019 at Hotel Vasant Continental, New Delhi from 11 am onwards.

above: Poorva Batra (center left) and Vibhuti Arora (right) above: Raman Bakshi, Samridhi Kohli, Sahiba Kaur and Sheetal Arora; right: Ankita Rai Tiwari, Ridhima Dhawan, Suruchi Khanna and Meenakshi; below: Swati Kalra (right)

left: Kangana Mohindra (left) and Chandni Girdhar (right)

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below: Nidhi, Roshni Thakur, Monika, Ruchika, Anjali and friend

When you Exhibit in Style….

You Exhibit at FAIRYTALE’SS’ The Fairytale'ss, India's most revered Pre-Festive & Lifestyle Exhibition hosted their pop up show "LOVE FEST" to celebrate Valentine season on 9th February at Hotel Shangri-La, Ashoka Road, New Delhi. Ideated by entrepreneurs Amit & Nikita Arya, The Fairytale'ss has carved a niche and amazed the shopaholics of Delhi for the past 4 years. They create a paradise for shoppers with their splendid showcase.

above: Navneet Grover, Ruchika Dhingra with friends & Anu Madaan

above: Varun Katyal & RD Lal left: Exhibitors with Nikita Arya

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left to right: PreetiVohra, Harsh Singh, Ritu & Deepak Dhawan below: Anoo Kapoor

The highlights of this season included: • Special Discounts and Offers from 35+ designer labels • The beautifully curated Love Themed décor • Free Nail Art & Beauty Makeovers for all the visitors • A Lucky Winner was also awarded a winning experience to propose their loved one on a private jet flight in the air curated by Pinksta App. People were seen shopping until extended hours. Spotted at the event were Dr Varun Katyal, Parul J Maurya, Dolly Nagpal, Rochikaa Agarwal and many more. middle of the page: Pragati Nagpal & Shilpi Singh, above: Mona Singhal & Jyoti Juneja, left: Amit & Nikita Arya

You can check out the next edition of Fairytaless in New Delhi:

above: Navneet Grover, right: Pavan & Pooja Suri

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YOUR QUARTERLY TAROT CARD PREDICTIONS with Dr. Seema Midha Story by Lakshita Mittal Internationally acclaimed Tarot reader and ace numerologist, Dr Seema Midha is a scientific spiritualist who believes in healing humanity and bringing peace in people’s lives. She believes that Tarot cards can help in clearing your mind and give you a new perspective towards life and love. Let’s take a look at what your tarot cards reveal exactly and what the months of March, April and May have in store for you!

ARIES

The cards predict a very good balance between your health and wealth. You might acquire a big position or promotion work wise while upgrading yourself on a professional front. Just keep your focus straight on the thing that you’re currently pursuing and you will be blessed with success in no time. Tip: You need to set your priorities and take on things, one day at a time, Lucky Number: 9, Lucky Color: Purple

CANCER

The cards seem to be falling in your favor the next couple of months. You should be confident, optimistic and grab any new opportunity that comes your way. This is the perfect time to indulge in a new investment as you are navigating towards success. You will be in the best of your spirits both professionally and personally. Tip: You should clear your thoughts and keep yourself open Lucky Number: 6, Lucky Color: Turquoise Blue

LIBRA

You may experience stress and tension in the month of March but don’t let that cloud your thoughts and judgement. Keep your mind free and distracted from all kinds of negative thoughts. Learn to distribute your work load and start trusting others. All wealth related matters would settle during this period and the subsequent months are extremely positive for you. You will attain both happiness and achievements. Tip: Don’t rush and maintain your pace Lucky Number: 1, Lucky Color: Red

CAPRICORN

You are universally blessed with all things happy and wonderful in the approaching months. You are at the edge of your career and personal life will go on smoothly too. You will attain stardom and success. This is the perfect time to build your dream house, chase your desires and reap the benefits of your hard work Tip: Sit back and celebrate your success Lucky Number: 8, Lucky Color: Powder Blue

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TAURUS

You will have to be a little careful towards your health as you may experience some issues. Listen to others and be open to all possibilities. Spend more time with your family and loved ones. Surround yourself with positive energy keeping all negative thoughts aside. Every wonder of the world is right on front of you, you just have to be smart enough to realize it. Tip: Never doubt on someone who is close to you Lucky Number: 1, Lucky Color: Golden

LEO

Health wise you will be just fine but you need to buck up your act and keep all laziness at bay. Keep your thought process clear, focus on what is important to you and get some excitement in you life. Don’t miss work and be diligent towards it. Use your knowledge and power to the best of your capability and opportunities will come looking for you. Tip: Show courage and a little extra confidence Lucky Number: 3, Lucky Color: Yellow

SCORPIO A little fluctuation in health might deter your plans in the months of April and May but only for a short period of time. Be careful in all dealings related to money as the cards predict some loss. Avoid any new investments in the upcoming quarter and take time to go through things. A promotion is in the queue for you and you will move towards it gradually. Tip: Grab any support you receive from others Lucky Number: 7, Lucky Color: Sea Green

ACQUARIUS

On the personal front, the next three months will bring in good health and great bonding with friends and family. Professionally, you might go through some difficulties and hurdles while work will not be profitable. You can find yourself in a difficult position, unable to justify things or express your feelings to the world. Throw away all confusion and patiently move forward. Tip: Don’t use things half heartedly, use your smartness, Lucky Number: 2, Lucky Color: Silver/white

GEMINI

The months of March and April show some health issues but come to May and everything will fall into place. Be careful while indulging in some new venture as it may not prove to be as fruitful. You can experience a heavy outflow of cash in your dealings but if you’re wise and careful, success will be sure shot. Don’t run after one thing as excess of everything is bad Tip: Don’t expect anything and be satisfied with what you receive Lucky Number: 5, Lucky Color: Green

VIRGO

The next few months will be the harbingers of good health, excitement and positivity in your life. You will gain name and fame. A new venture is on the cards and you will attain a lot of power along with it. You are going to definitely succeed but you will have to be patient enough to wait for it as it may take some time. Don’t be disheartened and keep yourself strong during that waiting period. Tip: Never look back and keep moving forward Lucky Number: 5, Lucky Color: Maroon

SAGITTARIUS

Life is a little imbalanced right now and you need to take utmost responsibility of your health. Wealth and work wise the next quarter is pretty great for you but due to health issues, success may be a little delayed. You might even feel like you are on a downward road but it will eventually get better and you will come through shining. Take care of your valuables and precious belongings. Tip: Do things wisely , Lucky Number: 8, Lucky Color: Chocolate brown

PISCES

With positive attitude and constant strive to give your best efforts, you will be able to overcome all hurdles that come your way in the April and May. The next quarter will be a little difficult health and wealth wise but don’t let that overshadow your positivity. Be careful in money matters. You will be consciously or unconsciously happy even during this hard phase. Tip: Always listen first and then give decisions Lucky Number: 4, Lucky Color: Black

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