Tuesday, November 17, 2009

FESTIVALS

International Puppet Festival by Peerzadas



Peerzadas are here to stay. Lately, the Peer brothers are busy
in organizing an international puppet festival in the upcoming
months. The festival is scheduled to be held in March and
Puppeteers from across the globe are expected to be there.
Performances by puppeteers from Italy, Iran, Bangladesh,
and Sri Lanka will be taking place this year.

The festival will be held with the same zeal and giving off
the same passionate vibes and anticipation, except for one
change - the venue for the event will be different this year. The festival will take place at the Museum of Puppetry on Raiwand Road, instead of Cultural Complex near Qadhafi Stadium.

Also, it is being said that the festival will also host inauguration of the Art and Craft village that will have 22 studios. This village will be set up in the premises of the Museum of Puppetry. This project is infact a joint venture with Royal Norwegian Embassy. Various artists from all corners of Pakistan would work with their equivalents residing in Lahore.

This workshop will showcase and sell different crafts such as camel hide products, carving, ceramics, woodwork, paper craving, leather work and all the other special crafts work of Pakistan.

As, the festival is bringing along many other events, among them inauguration of an art gallery holds importance too. According to Faizan Peerzada, it will help promote the work of the young talent of our country, who otherwise cannot afford to hire commercial galleries for displaying their work

Monday, November 16, 2009

BEAUTY AND STYLE TIPS

Colors of marriage in Pakistan


Wedding is one of the most important occasions for any girl,
and she wants to make it the most outstanding one.
And wedding dress is a thing that helps make her
wedding a special event. But as happens with all brides,
they do not know what is hot and what is not; should they
go for traditional or modern dress.
Usually brides settle on traditional heavy work wedding dres
because on a very few occasions girls garb themselves in such beautiful and colorful dresses. But brides remember that profiles must be feminine. These days brides love pastel shades and whites for wedding dresses. Many designers combine the look of the modern world and the traditional wedding dress designs. The result is some cool designs which look very Pakistani but show some western influence. These designers select colors like red, rust, maroon in the winters and pink, cream, and gold in the hotter weather in wedding dress. Today brides prefer a contemporary look, a balance of modern with the tradition in their wedding dresses. Yet, there are brides who don’t mind being more colorful or going for the mix and match look. Fashion is creating and destroying at the same time, according to fashion designers so lots of colors keep going and coming in wedding dresses.

Brides pay a lot of attention to their wedding dress especially the color for that makes the most difference.





Skin Care for Pakistani Brides

Pakistani are sensitive people; Pakistani brides are a league on their own. No way can Pakistani brides be considered ordinary. Just as Pakistani brides are not ordinary their skin care can not be ordinary too.

If you are expecting intensive skin care Pakistani Brides don’t need extensive skin care, time for that is long gone. If you are going to be a Pakistani bride soon and you want to go through skin care mechanics then it is a very bad idea. Best skin care for any Pakistani bride is to give her skin care routine a break from all sorts of skin care products and procedures. Last minute panic should not make any Pakistani bride make an impulsive skin care decision. All Pakistani brides should stay away form all advertised and unadvertised skin care products. This is not a debate on whether those skin care goodies are any good or not.

With your wedding day just around the corner any Pakistani bride would want to keep their skin care safe, to avoid any unpleasant reactions. Wash your face twice with your face wash; for changing face wash it is a bad time. Rinse it with water as often. Most importantly stay happy and drink plenty of water and eat healthy. That is the best skin care any Pakistani bride could want.

Skin care is something every one should be very careful about, especially any bride. With your wedding day approaching you wouldn’t want to take any risks.
techniques then you are in for the unexpected.




Dressing up the right way




If you are plus size you may experience plenty of problems with clothing. Whatever you do you still seem plus size. But in case the nature was cruel to you there are still style tips to improve the situation and boost your confidence concerning your looks.
Shapeless clothing hides all of your plus size figure’s good and bad that is one style tip no one should forget. Choose clothing styles that accentuate your favorite plus size figure’s features and hide the ones you don't like. Black colored pants, dresses, skirts and other plus size clothing is not necessarily the most slimming or figure flattering on your plus size figure. Just because pant and jean designers continue to carry tapered leg pant styles for women does mean you have to wear them. A must style tip for plus size figure is that the ice cream cone shape of a tapered leg pant is not good for them. Plus size figures should go for streamline pant shape that is a straight leg from you hip down to the floor. For shorter body frame there is a style tip that they look short with overly long plus size tops, jackets and sweaters.

A plus size physique is no longer left out of the ever-changing world of fashion. Not so long ago, curvy women didn’t have the opportunity to shop from the same trendy selection as a more petite lady.




Wedding Shoes for your walk to remember

 

Wedding is a big event, there is no denying that. The dress,
the shoes; everything has to be perfect for the wedding day.  
Wedding shoes can be a tricky business. In that walk to
remember down the aisle on your wedding you would want
to be wearing shoes that don’t hurt, and that is the best you
have ever worn too.

While picking your wedding shoes don’t ignore comfort.
You will be standing in those wedding shoes for hours, sitting
in those wedding shoes for even longer; more or less you will be
spending 8 hours in your wedding shoes. Hence if you are not
comforatble in your wedding shoes your wedding day will be
sore, literally.

It seems like an herculean task to find wedding shoes that will
be glamorous yet comfortable; wedding shoes that will stand out perfectly, wedding shoes that accentuate your feet yet easier to walk in.

Silk satin shoes make gorgeous wedding shoes. They look luxurious and they don’t pinch feet either. Your wedding shoes don’t have to be the same dress as your outfit, match your wedding shoes with your handbag instead.

Shoes are an obssession with almost all women but when it comes to wedding shoes try avoiding impulsive buying.




 

 

Remedies for blackheads


 
All home remedies for acne and blackheads are enhanced
by proper vitamin and mineral supplementation. Drinking
lots of water is a must. Drinking enough water will prevent
most of your skin problems especially blackheads.
If you have blackheads on your nose only then you must look
for some home remedies for nose blackheads. Blackheads
mainly are clogged pores which are considered to be the first
stage of acne. Blackheads arise due to the formation of bacteria
under the clogged pores in the mixture of sebum and cells thus
causing inflammation, redness and pus.
Blackheads are higher in number when compared to pimples or zits on the skin. Blackheads thrive in oily skin and get worsened when the skin is exposed to pollution. You need to maintain proper skin hygiene to get cured of blackheads. While there are many skin treatments, like laser therapy, which you can follow to get cured of blackheads, but the following remedies can work wonders:
  • Cinnamon powder when applied on the face shows effective results in blackheads treatment.
  • A mixture of coriander powder taken in a teaspoon with a pinch of turmeric powder is good in reducing blackheads.


Tips for brides



Every bride wants to look their very best on their wedding day; when else will you be the focus of attention of your closest friends, as well as the subject of a photographer chosen to capture you and your partner within a day that is both intimate and public? Every bride deserves to be the special lady of the day and look the best. The hairdo, the makeup, the bridal dress and how the bride conducts herself is the focus of everybody's attention on her wedding day and you will feel much more comfortable, if you have already done the dress rehearsal first. The biggest beauty tip for any bride is drink loads and loads of water and keep her stress level minimum. No beauty tip or treatment will work if you don’t drink enough water or you are highly stressed. Remember to choose your wedding makeup/hair style way early and it should be such that it looks good in photos too.

Some beauty tips for brides for remember:
  • Brides should drink 10 glasses of water each day
  • Eat 3-4 oranges every day for your  daily doze of vitamin C essential for healthy skin on her wedding
  • Brides should cleanse, Tone and moisturize twice a day
  • Apply sunscreen everyday 20 minutes before getting out in the sun
  • Exfoliate twice a week
  • Brides should get a facial done once a month
  • Apply ubtan every now and often
  • Bride to be needs exercise 20 minutes everyday
  • Keep stress level at minimum, stress makes your skin bad
  • Get your last facial done 4-5 days before your wedding
Brides should keep the whole look classic and timeless. Don’t experiment with any new thing right before your wedding.






Pump it up with sexy pumps!




This season, in shoes you will see a lot of romantic, feminine fashions, from pattern pumps to patent leather high heel pumps. The girly girl look is back “in.” So, what shoes should you wear with these flirty fashions is the question of the day. You can’t go wrong with a great pair of high heel pumps.
One of the major fashion trends that is prevalent this season is patent leather pumps and accessories. From patent knee high boots to quilted patent clutch bags, you will find shiny patent leather everything, everywhere! The sleek, black patent leather pump will be this season’s fashion staple, particularly peep-toe pumps. For a little more flash and bling bling, try a patent pump in a bright color, such as red, orange or purple. You can pair these bright color pumps with grey, black or brown fashions. Take a walk on the wild side with even more bold choices in pumps by getting yourself red leopard print pumps. No matter what the new fashion in pumps keeps coming in but the stiletto heels remain one of the traditionally fashionable ways to wear pumps.

 

 

Bumble & Bumble

Cosmetics can be a difficult pick especially with
all the variety of cosmetics that is available. Hair
products get a lot of attention in cosmetics.

Bumble and Bumble is a New York City-based hair
care company. It covers all aspects of hair care from
shampoos to conditioners to hair therapy to hair styling
and hair grooming crèmes and hair sprays.

Creme De Coco Hair shampoo, the Curl Conscious
conditioner, and the Sumo wax. Bumble and Bumble stands out for catering to all sorts of diverse hair needs with its massive variety of hair products. Not only is there a great variety of hair products to choose from in Bumble and Bumble but their bottles are very consumer friendly and easy to use. The warm and invigorating scent of most of its hair products is just another plus.

 

The skin glow

Health and beauty are one and the same thing. Looking
beautiful, feeling beautiful and being beautiful is very much
possible by nourishing the body, mind and soul.
Flawless glowing skin is the dream of every woman and
one thing we all forget is that a bit of care and attention
can help us live our dream. Glowing skin is always a
showstopper no matter where you are and besides if you
have glowing skin, you don’t need all those layers of makeup.
It’s very important to exfoliate your skin. Body sheds skin
cells at an amazing rate all the time. If you don't get rid of the
dead cells, they'll just sit on your skin make you look dull and dry.
Lotions are very important to keep the skin hydrated. If you don't have time to wait for your lotion to sink in, then look for a lotion which is fast absorbing. Gels and Purees are real fast absorbers and makes your skin glow.
In a world dominated by cosmetics, fashion and obsessive weight consciousness, being beautiful often means plastic surgery, weight loss pills and botox shots. But these shortcuts are not the real beauty answers as they may come with serious side effects to one's health.




The twinkle in the hair

Hair is the most important part one’s look and every
woman out there spends a very long time to make thei
r hair the “wow factor”. Many of us complain because
we don’t have shiny hair like some around us. Some of
the best ways to get shiny hair are very simple and easy
to do. Sometimes all you need is a bit of good handling
and a bi of care that can help you with get shiny hair.
Some of the ways are:
  • Brush 100 stroked before going to bed. Be sure to use a natural-bristled brush for your hair
  • Try your hardest not to shampoo every day for shiny hair
  • Avoid alcohol based hair products
  • After washing your hair rinse it once with cold water
  • Use hair products with vitamin E in it
  • Keep you diet healthy and include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
  • Try avoiding hair blow dryer as it takes away all the hair moisture
  • It’s a good idea to get deep cleansing treatment for hair twice a month
  • Find a shampoo that suits your hair type
  • Oil your hair once every week, almond oil is the best option
  • Slightly diluted vinegar is fantastic for shiny hair. The easiest way to apply vinegar in your hair is in a spray bottle, then thoroughly rinse it out




The anti-ageing miracle fruit


Fruits are a powerful combination of nutrients and fiber. When it comes to selecting a different fruit to excite your taste buds, the exotic flavor of the sweet fruit papaya is one to consider. Although not as common as the fruits apple or orange, this fruit offers a pleasing taste and texture and numerous nutrients all on its own.

The papaya fruit is slightly sweet, with a musky smell to it. This fruit is now mainly cultivated in the warm tropical parts of the world but can easily be found in many fruit markets.

Fruits are helpful for staying younger n healthier especially the rejuvenating nutrients of fruit papaya. This fruit has proven essential in the control of premature ageing. This fruit helps digestion and by aiding digestion it helps our body retain all the right nutrients. Poor digestion leaves the body dehydrated and also in loss of precious nutrients. For those with digestion issues anti-ageing fight is a lost battle. Thus for people with digestion issues regular use of fruit papaya is the turning point in the climb back to good digestion, vitality and good health. This topped with proper functioning immune system perfect recipe for preserving nutrients n staying young.

As a cleanser you can take a quarter pint (150ml) of papaya juice alternated each hour for twelve hours by the same amount of cucumber or green bean juice. This fruit loses some of the enzymes as it ripens so if you have the choice select the greener fruit. The skin of the fruit papaya is a first class external treatment for skin wounds and places that do not heal quickly. Rubbing raw fruit on ringworm patches prove beneficial for elimination of the fungal infection and it reduces the problem of itching.
Raw fruit also helps in securing a proper flow of menstrual bleeding. With provision of right nutrients not only there’s less discomfort but anti-ageing is achieved yet again.

Apart from ensuring colon and intestinal health, this fruit helps in improving cardiovascular health and protects all organs of body from the infliction of cancer.

The best way to maximize the health benefits of fruit is to eat a diversity of fruits in a variety of colors since each fruit has its own unique nutritional advantages. In this blend Papaya gets overshadowed sometimes. But not anymore! Pimples are removed by rubbing the white pulp of raw papaya on the face. It brings luster to the face and removes wrinkles. A complete anti-ageing miracle, that is proof enough to pass the verdict on it as totally essential.


Smooth Lips

In beauty care, lips are one of the prominent and delicate features of your face. It is necessary for the beauty care of your lips to keep flimsy.
Mostly in the chill or dry weather, people complain regarding dry/rough lips. Less moisture in the air makes your lips dehydrated. So for the beauty care you need to keep them moist. You can take this beauty care with any standard cold cream or natural cream for the SMOOTH LIPS. Prefer to apply cream especially when you go to bed at night for the beauty care.
 Lipstick can also do the trick for the beauty care on the chapped or faded lips. Other then rough & tough lips little wrinkles around the mouth also not look nice. So for the beauty care apply some lip balm or soothing lip treatment to heal the lips. The moisture will provide you the smooth base & polish your beauty care.
For the ideal beauty care, use  natural lip color shades to enhance your natural beauty.




Yogurt Cucumber Parsley Facial Mask


Skincare is so vital. One only realizes when they spot early aging effects on their skin. There is no better way than to take care of your skin using, natural ingredients. Homemade Spa recipes are not just easy-to-make but leaves your skin feeling soft and revitalized.
For making the mask all you require is:
1 Tbsp. plain yogurt
1 Tbsp. cucumber
1 Tbsp. parsley

Directions

Make a fine paste out of cucumber and parsley and mix it thoroughly with yogurt until a smooth texture appears.
Wash your face well with a cleanser and pat dry with a clean towel.
Now apply the creamy mask on your face evenly and let it stay on for approximately 15-20 minutes.

Later then, wash your face well with warm water and then a gush of cold water would work wonders on your skin and close the open pores.
This will rejuvenate your skin and add a glistening moistened feel to it.
Happy pampering yourself!



Summer Make up tips


 

Almost all of you must be preparing yourself carefully to welcome the summer season.
This care not only includes your wardrobe, skin treatment plans, new hair styles, but also how to do make-up in the hot season. We will give some of the tips about doing summer make-up; because we want you to look fresh even in hot season.
One of the very essential steps of protecting your skin is to protect it from the ultra violet sun rays. So try to apply some good quality sun block before going out, or use the lotions & creams those contain sun screen treatment. You can also protect your skin from damaging (sun sports or dark complexion) by using moisturizer that contains SPF factor of 15 or more; on daily basis. You should do cleansing regularly at least twice in a day and you can also use the moisturizer before starting make-up. Apply the moisturizer and leave it for some time to observe gently and then apply foundation.
Do not try to apply heavy bases and foundations, as they make you to give intense look. Use lighter foundation or base with a damp sponge. A slight touch of concealer under the eye can add glow. To have a glow on the whole face, using bronzing powder is the good idea; but be careful in selecting the right bronzing powder according to your skin tone.
For eye shadows, prefer neutral shades in summer season. A soft touch of mascara with the thin eye liner simply adds a new life into your eyes. In this regard the most important thing is to use water proof mascara. Another thing important thing is that it’s good to use black-brown or simple brown mascara.
 For soft & shiny lips keep your lip balm in your hand bag. If you are fancy to go for lipstick or gloss then use light shades to avoid heavy look. In the night time a highlighter can surely gives you the glamorous and stunning look. Glow your cheeks with the stroke of blush as well. Apply it on your cheek bones and enhance the beauty of your smile.

         So stay cool with the hot look this summer with the  make up.

    Saturday, November 14, 2009

    Exhibitions

    Grandeur  Calligraphy  Exhibition

    On 5 September 2009, Karachiites witnessed a Calligraphy
    Exhibition @ Grandeur owned by Neshmia Nadeem,
    showcase some of the inspiring Paintings by well known
    Personalities like Mashkoor Raza, Akram Spaul, Nazir
    Ahmad, Naseem Nishofoze, A.S. Rind, Mansoor Salim,
    Sadeqain, Ahmad Khan, Irfan Ahmad Qureshi, M. Ali
    Zahid, Ghulam Murteza.

    The paintings showed inscribed verses of Holy Quran
    and the painting also tells us how an artist could use his
    imaginative powers to create such marvelous masterpieces.
    The calligraphy was done on white canvas with traditional
    colors and remarkable techniques.

    Those who attended the exhibition were Frieha Altaf, Nazneen Tariq, Lubna Haroon, Sheji Kazmi, Tabinda Chinoi, Shobha Isphani etc. And people from all walks of life who appreciated their efforts with expectations of more quality and joie de vivre. Calligraphy Exhibition PR was done by Catalyst (Sister concern Catwalk Productions) supervised by Frieha Altaf.






    Sobia Nazir’s Exhibition of “Spring Summer Lawn Prints Collection 2009”

    Her lawn exhibition was kicked off in Karachi on
    March 11th -12th and she will work her way through
    Lahore on 15th 16th at PFDC the Boulevard 10-Q Gulberg II
    from 11am – 9pm and on 18th and 19th. PC Hotel Xavier
    Hall 10-am 10pm, to Islamabad @ Sobia Nazir Gallery
    2 A, St 29, F7/.

    In Karachi, the exhibition’s media launch was held on 11th
    March at Marriot Hotel and people thronged into the
    exhibition especially women from all walks of life. Iraj

    and Fouzia wore Sobia’s prêt lawn and were busy interacting with visitors and passing their smiles to cameras which were brilliantly captured by Kohi Marri and a successful PR done by Asif Abdul Razzak @ Catalyst (sister concern Catwalk Productions) supervised by Frieha Altaf.

    The colors and print of the lawn highly impressed the visitors and affordable prices ranging from 1690to 2790 was a loot sale on the first day to grapple the exceptional designs of the Islamabad based designer.




    Unspoken Revelations (Photography Exhibition)



    On March 1, 2009, Karachiites witnessed a photography
    exhibition @ Grandeur owned by Neshmia Nadeem,
    showcase some of the inspiring pieces captured by
    upcoming photographers Humayon Memon, Rida Khokhar
    , Talha Asim Wynne.
    Some of the pieces displayed for exhibition were well
    captured and remarkably exposed through their lenses,
    from old monuments, buildings to highlighting different
    human sublimes and religion.
    Those who attended the exhibition were Ameen J, Auj,
    Frieha Altaf, Saara Tahir, Mr and Mrs Feroz Virani, Nazneen Tariq, Haseeb Pirzada, Yawar Halai, friends and families of the promising talents along with art lovers and people from all walks of life who appreciated their efforts with expectations of more quality and joie de vivre.
    Exhibition PR was done by Asif Abdul Razzak @ Catalyst (Sister concern Catwalk Productions) supervised by Frieha Altaf.



    Pakistan's Art Exhibition in Dubai.



    Exhibition of the master pieces of Pakistan's most
    famous, creative and ground breaking artistes in
    Dubai.

    The event is organized by Basta Art, in association
    with villano6.com. The exhibition will last for 15 day
    started on 1st November, 2008 at Basta Art Café
    and Gallery in Bastakiya, Dubai.

    Creative director of villano6.com added here that
    'This is time to avail this great opportunity to collaborate with Basta Art to showcase the utmost art from Pakistan” he further added ' The growing interest in Pakistani art in the UAE is very apparent and our aim is to cater to that interest by showcasing established and new artists for the local and large international expatriate audience in the Emirates'

    The exhibition features a wide range of latest Pakistani art, including renowned names like Sarfraz Mussawir, Seemab Tariq and many more.

    Also this exhibition is putting forward some new names like Junaid Sajid and Shazia Salman. Both of them have established themselves in Pakistan and now they are being exhibited in Dubai as well.

    Farrah, gallery director of Basta Art also showed her excitement by mentioning the excellence of the art of Pakistani artistes. She further mentioned that 'Basta has showcased contemporary Pakistani art before but this exhibition brings an exciting mix of artists with a wide range of styles. The audience will be introduced to work that is not only beautiful but epitomizes the type of art that is generating great excitement in the art market in Pakistan'

    Annika Rucci Autumn Trunkshow


    Sizzling, exquisite and extensive, the Autumn 09
    trunkshow presents the latest Annika Rucci evening
    bags collection - from python, cobra, snake to signature
    jewel lines and selected fabrics. If you're season ahead
    is full of weddings, celebrations and special occassions,
    be sure to attend select your statement piece. We
    customize every bag using only the highest quality
    materials - Italian leathers and fabriques, Austrian
    crystals and semi precious stones. Select from
    one-of-a-kind picks. A range of casual day bags also
    offered. If you cannot make it, no worries!






    PWO Talent Exhibition



    A one-day exhibition to demonstrate the talent of
    local youth in designing was held on November 22,
    at the Crystal hall, Pearl Continental Lahore. It was
    organised by the Pakistan Women' Organisation.

    The PWO Talent Exhibtion featured the innovative

    designs of Pakistan's young ladies, many of which have
    established their names in local and overseas market.
    Designer party wear & kurtay (stitched & unstitched), hand decorated items such as gift boxes, bakets, pouche, home decor items, album decoration, accessories are some of the items that were showcased in this exhibition

    The exhibition aimed to inspire young people's interest and enhance their aspirations in design and decor industry. The young, emerging brands that participated in this exhibition are:
    Aimen's Couture (clothing & accessories)
    Jilbab & Hijab (clothing)
    Lubna's Wood Craft (decoration items & gift boxes)
    Lubna's Skin Care (Skin care products & tips)
    Shimmer n Slone (Jewellery collection)
    Dutch Touch (causal wear)
    Anzay (Costume jewellery)
    Silver Queen (Designer jewellery)
    H.R. Perfume Centre & Jewellery Designer (Branded perfumes & jewellery)
    Ayesha Dar (Fashion designer)
    Classic Celebration (Custom made gift basket)
    Jaipur (Kundan jewellery)
    Hania (Classic embroidered fabric)
    Anni's (Formal & casual wear)
    Shahtoos (fabric)
    Gorgeous Linen (fabric)

    JEWLERY NEWS


    Mehreen Syed bejewels!



    Mehreen Syed
    is a Pakistani Fashion model.
    Mehreen Syed has won the "International Model
    of the Year Award in 2007 and Mehreen Syed is
    the first Pakistani model to have appeared on
    the cover of the popular Middle East fashion magazine
    Alamra. Mehreen Syed was also crowned
    "Indigo-Sunday Face of the Year 2007" in Lahore.

    Mehreen Syed has been in the fashion industry, since 2000; and she has made her mark in modeling. Mehreen Syed is well known and well respected by her colleagues and in the show many celebrities came to her, at her first jewllery exhibition to extend support and give encouragement.

    Mehreen Syed has launched her own jewllery line.








    Jewelry Polki & Diamond


    The Jewelry Polki and Diamond collection by
    Bushra Aftab
    is a must watch
    Fashion accessories,
    if your rally want to give yourself
    the desired dazzling look with elegance.





















    Diamond & Polki Jewelry Launch


    Pakistani Fashion model Mehreen Syed
    is not just a model now; she has also entered into
    the field of Fashion designing, by launching her
    ‘Jewelry Collection’, named by her own name.

    Mehreen Syed, has won the "International Model
    of the Year Award in 2007, since then, she is
    continuously running on the road of success.
    Mehreen Syed was also crowned "Indigo-Sunday
    Face of the Year 2007" in Lahore. Mehreen Syed
    professionally came in the world of Style & Fashion
    in 2004, and now she has established her renowned
    name in Fashion modeling both at national and
    international level. Mehreen Syed has the honor
    to have appeared on the face of the well-liked Middle
    East fashion magazine Alamra, as the first Pakistani model.

    Now besides modeling, Mehreen Syed has launched her own jewelry line and it was exhibited on the 10th of October in Lahore. It was a remarkable event and a number of true celebrities of the style & fashion world along with some other jewelry lovers, attended and appreciated the launching event. Majority of the leading Fashion models participated in the Mehreen Syed’s jewelry exhibition and modeled some of her designed masterpieces. Mehreen Syed’s jewelry exhibition was also covered by the local media as well. Mehreen Syed is a recognized Fashion model among the Pakistani Fashion audience, not only she is popular enough but also admired and well respected among her colleagues too.
    Hair and Makeup by Athar Shahzad, Fashion Choregraphy by Asimyar Tiwana and the grand event was org by QYT

    This might be the reason that other top models encouraged her a lot in her first attempt by participating in the Mehreen Syed’s jewelry exhibition.

    LATEST HAPPENINGS

    Miss Earth Pakistan 2009

    After successfully achieving the title of
    Miss World Pakistan 2008,
    AYESHA GILANI
    is now participating for achieving
    the Miss Earth title.

    Established in 2001, the contest of
    Miss Earth has gained mush
    popularity and appreciation among
    the beauty and Fashion admirers
    throughout the world. Every year,
    about 80 to 90 beautiful ladies
    participate in this competition from
    all over the world; not only on the
    basis of their physical & mental beauty, also on the basis of their knowledge about environmental issues. The winner lady of the Miss Earth competition serves as an Ambassador to environmental protection campaigns worldwide.

    This year, Pakistani lady Miss AYESHA GILANI has also participated in this contest and representeing the Pakistan. AYESHA GILANI has also achieved the designation of the Miss World Pakistan 2008; and she is participating in the Miss Earth competition on October 31, 2009, to win this designation.

    The aim of AYESHA GILANI is just to promote the beautiful land of rich culture & traditions, Pakistan. AYESHA GILANI is a bold & confident lady and believes in hard work and true efforts





    L’Oréal Paris





    L’Oréal Paris, the world’s leading
    beauty brand, launched in Pakistan
    bringing with them their tradition of
    celebrating beauty, cultivating technical
    expertise and defining glamour. Started
    by young French chemist Eugène
    Schueller one hundred years ago,
    L’Oréal Paris’ historical belief is
    deep-rooted in the now iconic
    motto: ‘Because You’re Worth It!’
    This conviction came to life with the
    start of an interactive five day mall
    animation event in Karachi, to be held
    from the 29th of Oct – 2nd of November
    in Lahore
    , where mall visitors have been
    invited to experience the L’Oréal Paris
    beauty lifestyle.

    Speaking about the launch of L’Oréal Paris, Pakistan CEO Musharaf Hai has said “Beauty is about self esteem, confidence and optimism – our vision is to inspire Pakistani women and men with the world’s foremost Beauty brand, L’Oreal Paris”.

    L’Oréal Paris has glamourised and transformed the Park Towers Mall in Karachi and later, the Mall of Lahore where they are encouraging patrons and visitors to experience all areas of beauty with their brand, including; personalised skin care attention from leading dermatologists and skin specialists engaging the L’Oréal Paris Dermo Expertise range; Autumn/Winter makeover’s by celebrated stylists’ using the eponymous L’Oréal Paris cosmetics line; finding the perfect L’Oréal Paris hair colour with their unbeatable Excellence and Casting ranges with help from expert colour technicians. Lastly, hair styling tips and advice from L’Oréal Paris stylists using their Elvive and their Studio Line ranges.

    The Karachi Mall Animation was preceded by the L’Oréal Paris’ industry debut with an exclusive style show by the iconic Nabila, where two women were transformed live on stage using L’Oreal Paris products. A few words on the heritage and legacy of L’Oréal Paris’ by brand manager Zainab Pasha and an interactive talk by skin specialist Peng Qureshi also featured in the evenings activities. With Adnan Malik as the MC for the evening, Karachi’s debut event revealed and introduced L’Oréal Pakistan’s spokespeople: cutting edge model and musician Meesha Shafi, dynamic actress and model Sanam Saeed, beautician Anusheh Asad and glamorous model and personality sabina pasha, all who wore exclusive Nida Azwer couture. The introduction of these sensational ladies as L’Oréal Paris spokespeople complements the brands’ rich heritage of cultivating spokespeople from the world of arts, fashion and beauty.

    In attendance were Pierre Seillan and Francis Widmer from the French Consulate, designers Nida Azwer, Feeha Jamshed and Sadaf Malaterre, Asad Tareen of the Designers and Jewellery designer Kiran Aman. Vj’s, television hosts, actresses and models Mishi Khan, Anoushay Ashraf, Natasha Saleem, Naveen Wiqar, Anu Ahmed, Ayesha Toor, Ayesha Omar, Vaneeza Ahmed and Rubya Chaudhary. Photographers Tapu Javeri and Izdeyar Setna. Event manager Frieha Altaf. Musician Emu. Stylist Raana Khan. Socialities Shobha Ispahani, Uzra Dawood and Nazneen Tariq.

    In Lahore, L’Oréal Paris’ style show will be staged by the young and dynamic Toni and Guy brand ambassador Shammal Qureshi including a fashion showcase by Maria B’s contemporary M Girl line.

    Both Lahore and Karachi mall animation and launch events have been managed by the Wow Factor with PR by Lotus with support from RMC for hosts at all L’Oréal Paris’ touch and feel studios.

    L’Oréal Paris’ launch in Pakistan and mall animation events hotly follows their international acclaim for 100 years of sophistication and beauty. Indeed, speaking about L’Oréal, CEO Jean-Paul Agon has said, “we have to move towards what I call ‘accessible innovation’, targeting a very broad customer base.” He says to succeed further, L’Oréal must strive “to keep the spirit and values that have been at the heart of the company for these 100 years…Its about innovation, but its more about spirit – a passion for beauty, a quest for excellence in terms of science, innovation, quality and a real faith in research.”


    Celebrate Pakistan in Toronto




    Celebrate Pakistan: Friends of LRBT Canada
    organized a fashion show in Mississauga Toronto.
    Pakistani Designer Nilofer Shahid showcased
    her collection in this fashion show which was
    attended by the overseas Pakistani’s and who’s
    who of the city. The event was organized by
    Ms. Tahira Haque – Chairman LRBT, Canada.

    Fashion Choreography: Frieha Altaf
    Catwalk Event Management & Productions














    Veet- What beauty feels like



    ‘Veet’ a brand that has been aspirational for
    many women globally and is considered to be
    the personification of femininity. Over the past
    few years many fashion models and actresses
    have endorsed the essence of the Veet brand
    making glamour a significant part of the ‘Veet’
    world. This leads us to the show “Veet- What
    beauty feels like” which was held at the PC Marquee
    in Karachi on 28th May 2009 showcasing a

    celebration of beauty and femininity through
    some of the finest ambassadors of Pakistani Fashion. A Catwalk Productions presentation
    featuring an exclusive dance performance choreographed by Omar Rahim and collections of Top Pakistani designers such as HSY, Nomi Ansari, Khaadi Khas and Maheen Khan.

    HSY certainly set the mood dazzlingly optimistic through his airy Resort collection. The emphasis was on an elegant, fluid silhouette in soft fabrics like chiffon and georgette. Calm and restrained as the collection was there were the eccentric touches that HSY always injects to keep things interesting.
    Shamoon Sultan introduced the new Spring/Summer 09 collection from Khaadi Khaas revealing a passion for detail and an unmistakable quest for beauty in its true signature style. An extension of Khaadi, Khaadi Khaas is a line of formal prêt wear for the modern urban woman. Hand-woven Khaadi fabric, mostly silk, lawn and voile has been used, and the collection is dominated by flowy, airy styles, ideal for the typical Pakistani summer. The look was fresh, fun and playful, embracing the spirit of individuality.
    Maheen Khan Also considered the matriarch of Pakistani fashion. A consummate trendsetter and visionary, she launched her line over thirty five years ago and continues to set standards every single time. Throughout the years Maheen has made a name for herself internationally. She is presently working on the sets of a new film ‘NOTTINGHAM’ with Russell Crowe and Kate Winslett. Some of Maheen’s clients include H.R.H. Princess Sarwat of Jordan,HRH Princess Badiya El Hassan,Jemima Khan,HRH princess Inis Torlonia of Italy &Princess Salima Aga Khan.




    Iman Ali to work in Bollywood




    Model-turned-actress Iman Ali has revealed
    that top Indian film producers and directors
    are willingly offering her various roles to
    perform in their movies but she has politely
    turned the offers down, owing to the existing
    cross-border tension between the two
    neighboring countries. She mentioned about
    it at a ceremony of an advertising firm.

    Iman further stated that she will definitely for
    with offers from Indian directors and producers, after the heated air between Indian and Pakistan cools off and things are settled down.
    Currently, she is has been hired by two international advertising agencies and is busy working with them.