Category: Lifestyle

  • Avoid These Foods If You Have Arthritis

    Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects joint and bone pain. It could be a problem or a matter of concern, If not taken care of at the right time. Hence it is important to follow these few tips such as proper sunlight exposure every day, having food products that provide calcium and Vitamin B12…

  • Students’ Fashion Ensemble On Gen Z

    The final day of the digital edition of Lotus Make-up India Fashion Week, Spring/Summer 2021 on Sunday opened a film presentation that showcased a design collaboration of final year fashion students of School of Fashion, Pearl Academy. Mentored by Antonio Maurizio Grioli, Dean, School of Fashion and faculty members, the students curated ‘Fashion Reboot’ –…

  • Delightful Autumn Shades In Switzerland

    As beautiful as Switzerland is in summer, the changing colours of autumn paint the vistas of the country in delightful golden hues. Witnessing the delightful shades of orange, yellow gold and green, is a dream come true! Switzerlands colourful autumn in September and October is one of the best times to explore this gorgeous country.…

  • All You Need to know about Ankylosing Spondylitis

    Are you in the age group of 20 to 40? Do you encounter back pain frequently? Is it difficult for you to carry out your real-world-activities with ease owing to that notorious back pain? Do you tend to cancel your office meeting or avoid attending those important presentations due to back pain? Or are you…

  • Exploring The Unknown Music Genres

    Do you remember the times when people used to go to various music stores to find Cassettes and CDs of newly released albums? While they might not have necessarily liked every single song of an album, they would stay patient and explore, until the next album arrived. Whereas in this era of technology advancement, we…

  • Beware Of Social Media Relations

    Social media is robbing everything away from us — time, health, peace, sleep, self-esteem, confidence, sense of security — everything. But its a boon too! One can use it to influence the masses, help people and thus, we should be extremely grateful for that. So, it’s all about using it the right way either to…

  • Tips To Glow Yourself On Festivals

    The country has woken up to the festivities. With the merry making comes the indulgence on makeup. Beginning from Navratri, Durga Puja through Diwali and on to Christmas, it’s that time of the year when you get dressed and look your best. In an attempt to look your best, your skin goes through a lot…

  • Festive Styling Of Hair

    Its Durga Puja time! Its the most awaited period of the year for many of us. And if you are among the ones who have been looking forward to the fun and frolic that Durga Puja brings along, you must already be prepping up for the celebrations…writes N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe. Along with clothes and makeup,…

  • Excessive Mobile Use Affects Sleep

    Cell phones have become integral to function for nearly everyone. While it has brought a lot of tasks to our fingertips, cell phones also have a host of disadvantages. Cellphones emit intermittent electromagnetic radiation (also referred to as Radio Frequency energy) and bright screen light, both these aspects have tremendous impact triggered from prolonged use…writes…

  • Taramati: India’s glorious weaving heritage

    National award-winning fashion designer Gaurang Shah has launched his collection Taramati on Day 1 of the first digital edition of the Lakme Fashion Week. The designer on Tuesday presented a line-up of 30 handwoven sarees, inspired by dancer and singer Taramati who used to perform in the court of the seventh king of Golconda, Abdulla…

  • Creative Minds Together With A Game Changer Brand

    Four of India’s leading designers– JJ Valaya, Ashish Soni, Manish Arora and Suneet Varma have partnered with Amazon Fashion to launch a line of affordable clothing called RIVER. The brand is now available to buy on the e-commerce site. We caught up with the designers and Mayank Shivam, Director – Strategic Initiatives, Amazon Fashion India…

  • Hand Hygiene Turns An Integral Routine

    Medical authorities have made themselves clear: washing our hands thoroughly and frequently with soap, or using a hand sanitiser in absence of soap and water, is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). With brands seeing consumers’ behaviour and their buying habits change, and the buyer perspective and practices…

  • Reflect Personal Style With Apt Furniture

    One of the most defining aspects of any home is the kind of furniture that is placed within it, each serving a specific purpose. We have different furniture for different rooms, some essential and some for aesthetic appeal. However, if you think owning modern furniture is only reserved for spacious homes, think again! You can…

  • Traditional Styles With Contemporary Trends

    Designer duo Monica and Karishma of JADE held a virtual launch of their latest collection ‘The New School of Bride’ on Day 3 of the ongoing digital edition of the Lakme Fashion Week. The collection focuses on millennial brides who like to mix “traditional styles with contemporary trends”. The designers presented a fashion film that…

  • Fashion Of Hope And Positivity

    Day 3 of the digital Lotus Make-up India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 21 saw luxury and contemporary embroidery export house, Milaaya Embroideries, launch its fashion brand Gaya. Through a fashion film, it showcased a line of lounge wears for women that consists of two collections — Palm Leaf and Loungy Denims. The Palm Leaf collection depicts…

  • Get Back Your Monsoon Damaged Hair

    If the pandemic has taught us all one thing it’s too be self-sufficient in the grooming department. From haircuts to hair colour, and beard trimming (for men)… one has tried it all at home during the lockdown. But with the added after affects of the monsoon, we don’t blame you if things have gone out…

  • Restaurants Absorb ‘New Normal’ Style

    COVID-19 has impacted the F&B industry like never before in the history of mankind. Restaurants are struggling to get back to their feet by gradually adapting to the new normal. As the lockdown is lifted in most Indian cities, restaurants are welcoming people for dine-in services…writes Puja Gupta. Restaurants are paving the way by introducing…

  • Simple Ways To Protect Eyes

    Reduced eyesight is caused by multiple factors, including diseases like diabetes, eye trauma, cataracts or glaucoma…writes Puja Gupta. Over 3 crore individuals suffer from blindness globally, with India being home to nearly one-third the total figure. While 80 percent vision impairment can be prevented by early detection and timely intervention, lack of access and awareness…

  • An Artistic Revisiting Of History

    Designer Nitin Bal Chauhan launched his latest collection titled ‘Naevus’ inspired by the Jallianwala Bagh massacre through a dramatic film that brought the art of storytelling and designing together. The film was streamed on various social media platforms of the Fashion Design Council of India as part of the ongoing digital Lotus Make-up India Fashion…

  • Transform Nursery Into An Edutainment Hub

    The lockdown has proven to be a strenuous time for both parents and children. With online education being a fairly new concept to most parents and children, need a safe and fun environment that facilitates active and engaged learning. International brand IKEA has a collection of everything you need to transform your nursery into an…

  • Pandemic Reality And Fashion Sensibility

    The first-ever digital edition of the Lotus Make-up India Fashion Week Spring/Summer21 opened with what can only be described as a hard act to follow thanks to veteran designer Rajesh Pratap Singh. Singh’s film makes no pretense of the current situation created by the pandemic both in our lives and in fashion. The collection titled…

  • Tips To Save You From Fake Food

    As more and more consumers opt for branded – packaged food items, counterfeiters are flooding the market with fake and adulterated products. An overwhelming number of incidents and case studies indicate that food fraud is a growing trend. Incidents increase rapidly during the festive season where imitations of branded chocolates, snacks, beverages and even essential…

  • Study: Lockdown Improved Air Quality

    Researchers have found that lockdowns initiated to curb the spread of Covid-19 at the beginning of the pandemic improved air quality, averting tens of thousands of deaths in regions where air pollution has a significant impact on mortality. The study, published in the journal The Lancet Planetary Health, found that particulate matter concentrations in China…

  • Cardiac Care Via Tele-Consultation

    We are going through a difficult, unique and challenging time because of the Covid-19 pandemic. It has changed our lives remarkably, has affected practically every person, every individual, every professional, every industry. Affected governments across the globe and their functioning in ways more than we could have ever imagined…writes Dr.T.S Kler. Until an effective vaccine…

  • Growth Of Luxury Beauty Brands In India

    According to Euromonitor International, the premium beauty and personal segment in India, which is Asia’s third-largest economy, was worth $774 million in 2018 and India continues only grow thereon. And the transition from mass to premium to luxury beauty brands seems to be moving extremely fast, feels industry veteran Sargam Dhawan Bhayana…writes Puja Gupta. “The…

  • Pointers For Festive Season Shopping

    Abandoning those home slippers and finally going out during festivals is something everyone is gearing up for. But with the excitement for buying that new shiny pair of footwear, one shouldnt forget the measures that should be kept in focus. Ishan Sachdeva, Director, Alberto Toressi and Ashish Jain, CEO, and Director, Von Wellx Germany share…

  • ‘No Grey Area’ To Spot A Sense Of Wonder

    A new fashion label emerges with the thought that the beauty of this world lies in the symphony of juxtaposed elements — calm and chaos; light and darkness; black and white. Allowing these elements to co-exist without putting them into boxes of convenience is where the brand ‘No Grey Area’ aims to create a sense…

  • Indian Cuisines Under Covid Transformation

    Owing to the pandemic, food consumption has become a cautious habit and people are highly conscious of what they are eating and where it is coming from. “It has given us an opportunity to explore ways to keep food simple, nutritious and how it can be transported safely from one place to the other with…

  • It’s Not Junk, But A Style Statement

    It has always bothered me when women refer to their costume or high fashion jewellery pieces as “junk”…writes Sujata Assomull Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’s three-strand faux pearl necklace purchased for around US $500 dollars was sold for over US $200,000 by Sotheby’s at an auction. While much of its perceived value came from provenance-…

  • Celebrating Joy And Positivity Through Fashion

    “This is an exciting time. I know it’s also a very trying time as well because a pandemic is upon us. But the pandemic is also throwing up a lot of options which perhaps nobody would have tried earlier…writes Puja Gupta. To do a complete fashion presentation virtually is something nobody thought of in the…

  • Wardrobe Essentials That Comfort You

    Sneakers have taken over the world and how! Understandably so, because who would does not want to sport footwear that is not only stylish and trendy, but also provides you with ultimate support and comfort. From the likes of Ranveer Singh to Virat Kolhi, to public personalities like Kamala Harris, everyone is on the sneaker…

  • Make Your Habits Fruitful

    “Yatha Annam Tatha Mannam,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled the maxim during his Mann ki Baat session a few days back, which signifies that mental and intellectual development is directly related to the quality of our food intake. With the COVID – 19 cases on the rise, good nutrition is critical for one’s survival and…

  • Diabetics, A Threat To Visual Loss

    Glucose is an essential energy source for all living cells of the human body, which is programmed in a way wherein the glucose levels in the blood are maintained at an optimal level through various hormones…Dr. Samyak V Mulkutkar. Blood glucose levels are normally referred to as blood sugar levels in our day to day…

  • ‘Baby-Friendly’ Makeover To Home

    A new life brings much happiness, but it also comes with a lot of responsibilities. As soon as parents get in the know, the preparations begin, but soon after they realise that nothing is enough…writes Puja Gupta. If you are expecting a baby soon and so not understand where to start, read the following tips…

  • Mix And Match Combo For Autumn

    The transition from summer to fall can be quite tricky. Until you shop for your fall and cold-weather essentials, there are plenty of summer outfit tricks that you can try…writes Puja Gupta While it is still risky to go hop to your favourite stores for shopping, you can extract maximum wear out of your summer…

  • Newness In Modern Bridal Wear

    Lockdown may have forced the Big Fat Indian Wedding to become a leaner affair but a bride’s approach to fashion is more discerning than ever. Of course there will always be a feeling of tradition when it comes to bridal fashion, but brides also want their dress to feel special, unique and something that speaks…

  • Unique Combo Retains Heritage Of Hospitality

    The Oberoi Group and The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, today announced a long-term strategic alliance that will see the two jointly collaborating across a range of initiatives. This global alliance between the two historic, multi-award-winning hotel groups has been designed to appeal to the loyal guests of both brands. The unique partnership creates a platform…

  • Sleep Apnea The Potential Cause Of Depression

    Depression is often also connected with sleep-disordered breathing, and not only by conventional wisdom but by increasing clinical evidence day after day. ..writes Puja Gupta. As the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) in the United States puts it, “depression may cause sleep problems and sleep problems may cause or contribute to depressive disorders,” noting that symptoms…

  • Engage Yourself Amid Covid

    This year has been a rollercoaster ride and has seen most of us adapting to the “new normal”. Remote working has become the order of the day, and people are spending longer periods of time in front of a screen, be it for work or entertainment…writes Siddhi Jain. Due to this, screen fatigue has become…

  • ‘Animation Is Simply fun’

    With demand for Indian animated content growing among global audiences, especially with children who are a significant consumer group for animations like cartoon shows, a home-grown animation brand Cosmos Maya, the creator of popular children’s show ‘Motu Patlu’, shares that it is an exciting time to be in the animation business. Anish Mehta, the CEO…

  • Make Your Beard Baby Friendly

    While the world has been busy adjusting to the ‘new normal’ thanks to the pandemic, a few people have been blessed and celebrate the biggest highlights of their life at home. Many couples celebrated an engagement while other got hitched during the coronavirus. Some are revelling in the joys of parenthood as they welcome a…

  • Resilience, A Pathway To Cope With Stress

    Covid-19 has triggered a global financial crisis and due to strict adoption of lockdown measures, the magnitude of poor mental health is increasing across the world. The ‘New Normal’ hopes to bring a positive outcome, but the fear of contracting the virus is making it difficult for people to live through these times. All we…

  • Aggarwal’s True Vision Of The Futuristic Fashion

    “As we experience the world through the safety of our homes, the oceans continue to churn, the wind continues to blow and the sky still holds her secrets and celebration from sunrise to twilight. Their freedom and lightness is a promise of new beginnings every moment,” says designer Amit Aggarwal as he launched his latest…

  • Falguni Shane Bridals On Peacock Trend

    Designer duo Falguni and Shane Peacock forayed into a full-fledged bridal segment with the launch of their latest couture collection at the digital India Couture Week (ICW), being held digitally for the very first time. The duo presented a fashion film titled “Spectacle Prive” which featured Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor as the showstopper. Directed by…

  • Have A ‘Homely’ Cricketing Action In Dubai

    Lockdown blues? Guess what, you’re not alone; but we have a solution, why not bring back some enthusiasm, some partying, cheering and fun by visiting Dubai for the Indian Premier League 2020. As India’s cricket heartthrobs fly to the Middle East, there’s no reason why shouldn’t travel too. Make the most of the UAE’s travel…

  • Cope Up With Your Work Stress

    For every person the ‘work’ that he or she does, has a deep, personal meaning and interpretation. For someone it can be a means of earning and providing for their families, while for some others, it may be used as a primary measure of success in their life. As a better understanding of an individual’s…

  • Freshen up your home on monsoon

    Monsoons are a time for freshness and renewal as we enjoy the lush greenery, as well respite from the heat and humidity. However, it’s also a time to brighten and spruce up your homes. Here are a few monsoon makeover tips for your home, shared by Suraj Mittal, Founder of Future Concepts. Freshen up your…

  • Suneet’s Fine Craftsmanship Goes Digital

    The first-ever digital India Couture Week (ICW) premiered online on Friday with one of India’s most beloved names in fashion, designer Suneet Varma. “I believe fashion is the politest way of speaking about sex- but I like the subtle unspoken word, left to the imagination of the wearer. The glamour and sensuality in this collection…

  • Pre Bridal Skin Care Tips

    The wedding season is upon us, and every bride wants to get that glowing flawless look for her special day. Especially when face masks and humidity are leading to acne and breakouts. If you are a bride-to-be but are unable to follow a pre-bridal beauty regimen because of your busy schedule, don’t fret. Rajat Mathur,…

  • Know About Your Protein Report Card

    Celebrating the National Nutrition Month, Right To Protein, a nationwide public health awareness initiative, launched Protein Report Card for Indian citizens to self-assess and improve their nutritional intake. This Protein Report Card is designed to help people understand if their protein consumption is adequate or requires immediate intervention. People looking to receive their own Protein…