Not only do Indians celebrate many festivals throughout the year, but they also religiously follow the rituals and traditions that each festival individually dictates. The festive attire, among other things, is an important part of celebration. Today, as we celebrate Makar Sankranti across the country — especially in northern India — we discuss the importance of the … Read More →
A study in scarlet: bright red lips The perfect base begins with a great, non-oily hydrator. Chanel’s Camellia Water Cream is light but incredibly effective. I used a mix of foundations, but I didn’t apply it everywhere – just apply it where you need it. For an even, refined finish use a brush. A dot … Read More →
Have a cocktail party to attend, but confused how to dress right for it? Know your setting before you get a dress and keep a check on your make-up, advise experts. Here are some great tips to dress right for cocktail parties: * Know your setting: One of the first things before buying a cocktail dress is … Read More →
Pick the right formula. Swatch test a lipstick before buying. Apply it on your hand, let it dry. Dab an alcohol-based toner on the edge of the swatch. Rub it and see how much it fades. Follow the same with a lotion. This is how you know the formula will not betray you. Don’t apply lipstick on chapped … Read More →
Magpie instincts: bright yellow chairs and psychedelic prints light up the living room. Photograph: Suki Dhanda for the Observer Holly Fulton once flew back from Majorca with Marlene Dietrich in her hand luggage. It was the only way of getting around Ryanair’s stringent baggage restrictions. Marlene – or, rather, a shelf painted with Marlene’s distinctive face … Read More →
Pick the right formula. Swatch test a lipstick before buying. Apply it on your hand, let it dry. Dab an alcohol-based toner on the edge of the swatch. Rub it and see how much it fades. Follow the same with a lotion. This is how you know the formula will not betray you. Don’t apply lipstick on chapped … Read More →
Most working women are in a hurry or have less time to get ready which affects the make-up that needs to be done at the last minute. Dry shampoos and petroleum jelly are some of the products that can make life easier, suggest experts. Make-up artist Aashmeen Munjal and beauty expert Bharti Taneja have suggested … Read More →