A Happy Space. A Colourful Space

Anupamaa Store – Khan Market

Nestled in the heart of Khan Market, New Delhi, the vibrant colours and prints highlight and bring to fore the new Anupamaa by Anupama Dayal flagship store. Spanning 400 sq feet, the new store space brings alive the label’s true essence – vintage meets bold and western.

Anupamaa Store – Khan Market

Planned, conceived and designed by prominent fashion designer, Anupama Dayal, the store features hand-painted flowers and buds along the pale ochre walls and ceiling. Bringing alive the old Delhi, Mughal vibe in the label’s signature colour palette, the store echoes the brand’s ‘raison d’etre’ – revival of the ancient, almost forgotten hand printing techniques of India.

Anupamaa Store – Khan Market

Details like the mascot puppet Hosnara at the entrance, resplendent in a rose pink skirt and a headdress of a hundred flowers, the tapestries along the walls and the designed mirror inspired by the India Gate accentuate Anupamaa aesthetic. With myriad local elements and nuances running through the store, the design and concept has been carefully thought out to capture the label’s bohemian spirit.

Anupama Dayal

An expansion from the previous store in the same neighborhood, the new Anupamaa store encompasses the brand’s product range from the colourful and eclectic garments and accessories to the newly launched Anupamaa Home line.

How to Write a Fairy Tale by Anju Modi

Anju Modi

When you tread in reality everyday of your life; when the world is dull and filled with routine; when your spirit needs reviving and your soul is sick and screaming –let’s escape together to a world where anything is possible, let’s escape together and enter our Fairytale.

Anju Modi

As we unravel our imagination, the Cosmo goes wild, the woods turn dark, the wolves get greedy, and the moon is blue and as snow consumes everything, a woman in red stands tall. Her head held high against the elements, she is everything that is good.  She is love, she is hope, and she is beauty: the beauty of creation that makes every moment in our lives meaningful.

Anju Modi

It is from this meaning that Anju Modi presented her Autumn/Winter 2015 collection this year. Every fabric draped, every line sketched, and every muse revered is an ode to this fairytale that takes us away from the mundane and breathes life back in our souls.

Jewellery that defines every woman

Women’s Day Collection by Jewelery Designer Ambar Pariddi Sahai of Mine of Designs

Ambar Pariddi Sahai’s women’s day collection is all about the different moods of women. Her adornments promise to make you look effortlessly gorgeous.

Women’s Day Collection by Jewelery Designer Ambar Pariddi Sahai of Mine of Designs

The collection displays feminine side of women that gives you the power to multitask, undergo stress and yet come out in flying colours. This Women’s Day, celebrate the spirit of womanhood with this beautiful collection.

Women’s Day Collection by Jewelery Designer Ambar Pariddi Sahai of Mine of Designs

Mine of Design is a multi luxury design firm dealing in fashion and lifestyle. They deliver perfect solutions for luxury gifting

Hidesign presents the Icon Exhibition

A rebel is born – Hidesign

Hidesign, India’s leading luxury leather brand celebrates 35 years of heritage and craftsmanship. To commemorate this occasion, Hidesign launches the ‘Icon Exhibition’ in partnership with Select City Walk in Delhi.

Beauty is natural – Hidesign

Hidesign attempts to create a window to the brand’s formative years through the ‘Icon Exhibition’ showcasing images of the company’s journey so far and key styles from its archives. With some of the best fashion and luxury brands being housed at Select City Walk, the exhibition will cater to its niche audience in the region. It is first of a kind exhibition in any mall.

Hidesign

Hidesign which was started as a two-man workshop in 1978 has turned into a company of 3000 spread all over the world today. The history of Hidesign has been defined by the rebellion against uniformity and synthetic flatness of the mass market. Hidesign has always stood out for the sensuous naturalness of its high quality leather and the smooth soft glow of its solid brass fitting in the leather good.

Sasha original 1983 – Hidesign

As a part of the celebrations, Hidesign launches its Icon Collection, which showcases some of the earliest bags. Dilip Kapur, President, Hidesign while talking about the bags says, “Hidesign’s earliest bags were a small range of our innovative bags that were a pure expression of our values and what we loved best- adventure, travel, clean design, wonderful materials that felt good, and a non-conformity that was stamped throughout the collection. As we have grown, with large collections and teams of marketing and design professionals, we still look back at our icon bags with great love as being the purest Hidesign bags. The Icon Collection re-launches the earliest bags, maintaining the same purity reflected in the original bags: vegetable-tanned leathers, solid brass, cotton and leather lining and designs that have stood the test of time for the last 35 years.”

The Boxy Big and Small – Hidesign

The collection boasts of eleven classic bags such as doctor bags, briefcases, satchels and duffel. The adventure and romance of travel is a great inspiration for Hidesign, and the same spirit is captured in the icon bags. The Hidesign lifestyle is full of travel, both for business and leisure. The passion for travel is still visible in the rugged leathers and solid brass buckles with which the brand originally started.

Bohemian Rhapsody by Anupamaa Dayal

Anupamaa Dayal for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

Designer Anupamaa Dayal presented a collection called ‘Anywhere’ at Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015. Her line of prêt garments reflected the essence of versatility and multi-utility.

Anupamaa Dayal for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

Inspired by the spirit of a free-willed traveler, Anupamaa’s clothes brought forth a cataclysm of hippie colours, an ode to the denim den and a spectacular display of easy silhouettes.

Anupamaa Dayal for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

This season, she clanged onto her signature cuts and flow—shapes were loose and baggy, and fabrics were light and sheer; her happy clothes are perfect for the forthcoming summer. Anupamaa layered gorgeous azure shades to celebrate spring/summer.

Anupamaa Dayal for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

Call it Boho Chic, but her clothes had dashes of traditional notes. From Kaftans to kurta dresses, and palazzo pants to shift dresses, the range was varied. P.S- I loved the way she interplayed with Indian prints and bold metaphors.

‘Bubbly Banarsi’ by Chhaya Mehrotra

Chhaya Mehrotra for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

Designer Chhaya Mehrotra presented a bold and lively collection, ‘Bubbly Banarsi’ for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015.

Chhaya Mehrotra Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

Bubbly is a little girl, who has grown up in Banaras; she weaves the spirit of the city with all its idiosyncrasies in her own set of experiences in this collection. Colours of sindoor, shiva, chandan and moksha—red, blue, yellow and white surfaced in this collection in different avatars.

Chhaya Mehrotra for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

The chosen fabrics, silk, cotton and noil were made into garments, inspired by the local dressing culture; for instance, think of how a school girl or a flower vendor dresses up!

Chhaya Mehrotra for Wills India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015

Handicraft techniques like, block-printing, weaving and wooden toy making met to bring forth a collection that’s truly Banarsi! Born in one of the oldest textile printing families of Banaras, Chhaya Mehrotra has always been fascinated with creativity.

Diamonds for the Savvy women of today

Diamond floral necklace by Entice

Fine jewellery brand, Entice by KGK group has unraveled its new diamond collection—‘Irresistible Diamonds’, to adorn the finest in you. Each piece in the collection signifies clarity and eternity that a woman holds with effervesce of diamonds.

Marquise round diamond zig-zag classic bangles by Entice

An absolute stunner, this new collection induces feelings of allure. A classic line of jewellery, these ornaments have undertones of simplicity and regalia in them. The ‘Irresistible Diamonds Collection’ by Entice truly reflects the brand’s spirit—international in style, and contemporary yet very traditional in its essence.

Diamond floral earrings by Entice

Boasts of talented craftsmanship, infused with the best quality of diamonds, handpicked from KGK’s own diamond manufacturing units, each bauble is like an unsurpassed addition to anybody’s treasure trove. With this enthralling range, Entice has collated intricate designs with detailed artistry and has redefined the meaning of truly ‘irresistible’ jewellery.

Dine the ‘Nawabi’ way at MoMo Café, Courtyard by Marriott, Gurgaon

Nizam-e-Nazakat

With festivities and celebrations being at its peak, MoMo Café at Courtyard by Marriott, Gurgaon brings forth Awadhi food festival in a lovingly platter. The festival offers some of the most regal delicacies that will take you to a gastronomical journey back in time.

Paneer delicacy

Upholding the quintessential spirit of royal flavours and culinary legacy of Awadhi delicacies, this food fiesta commenced on October 4 and will end on October 15. From a variety of kebabs to Mughlai curries, I suggest, you must indulge in the pleasures of Awadhi cuisine.

Chef Amit Dash

Executive Chef, Amit Dash and his well-trained army has recreated the royal cuisine’s true flavours using magical mélange of spices. The slow fire cooking with all its harmonies will treat your palette majestically. Chef Dash has mastered the art of Nawabi food over years, he says, “Awadhi cuisine is delicately prepared with rich spices added in precise measurements in a slow cooking process that delivers authentic royal flavours.”

Non-vegetarian delicacy

The menu spread comprises of an elaborate array of Awadhi delicacies, like, Nalli Nihari, Murgh Awadhi Khorma, Mahi Anarkali, Lalla Gosht, Murgh bagdadi, Dum ki Macchi Murgh Dum Biryani, Raan-e-Awadh, Keema kaleji and more. Also, vegetarians can binge on Paneer Nasheman tikka, Dahi ke Kebab, Zamikand ki Shammi, Nadru ki shammi, Thickey matter ke kebab, Paneer Nasheman, Palak potli curry, Badal jam, Paneer kundan khaliya, Dal Peshawari and more.

Thande Gulab ki kheer

Special recipe of ‘Thande Gulab ki Kheer’ by Chef Amit Dash:

Serving Size: Four

Ingredients: Rose petal (80 grams), milk (200 grams), sugar (80 grams), rose water (40 grams), sweet attar (100 grams) and pista (100 grams).

Preparation Method:

• Reduce milk to a thick consistency

• Add fine shredded rose petal, sugar, rose water and sweet attar

• Cook the mixture for 10 minutes on slow flame

• Garnish with pista, rose petal and serve chilled

Courtyard by Marriott, Gurgaon

Where: MoMo Café, Courtyard by Marriott, Gurgaon, Sushant Lok – 1

Date: 4th – 15th October, 2014

Time: 6.30 PM to 11.30 PM

Price: Food buffet @ INR 1550 plus taxes per person

Unlimited IMFL Alcohol @ INR 850 plus taxes per person

For reservations, please call: +91 124 488 8245

adidas Originals by Rita Ora – ‘Spray and Roses’

adidas Originals by Rita Ora

adidas Originals finally releases its Rita Ora edit. This collaboration takes global style to a whole new level.

adidas Originals by Rita Ora

Known for her fearless take on fashion, as for her head turning musical collaborations, Rita Ora brings her energy and spirit to every piece in the collection. The month of November will see adidas Originals by Rita Ora – ‘Spray’ and ‘Roses’ launching in stores. The collection takes inspiration from very personal experiences and aspects of the global superstar’s life.

adidas Originals by Rita Ora

Rita says—“The collaboration came about through mutual love and appreciation. I have always been a fan of adidas Originals and respect what they stand for in their fearlessness and originality. I worked very closely with adidas Originals to put a personal touch in every piece with connections to my music, my career and my life. I’m really proud of the collection and beyond excited for my fans to get their hands on it!”

RIDRESS—The Gen ‘Y’ Fashion Fabricator

Green Dress by RIDRESS

A women’s clothing label, RIDRESS cultivates elegant outfits for the girl who loves to travel, read, explore, experiment and just in general, be herself. The range of collections covers an array of styles and varies to suit the ever-elusive mood and lifestyle of this girl, who is always on the move!

M-slit Skirt By RIDRESS

Synonymous to innovative styles and affordable prices, this brand is persistently carving out its niche in the Indian fashion orb. RIDRESS’ garments are available across all top e-commerce portals in India—from Jabong.com to Myntra.com, and Flipkart.com to Ozel.com, it’s pretty much obtainable everywhere.

Aztec pattern on an A-Line mini skirt by RIDRESS

This brand is endorsed by a young entreprebeur, Ridhika Khanna who owns an export house that works with brands like Jessica Simpson, Morgan, Pepe Jeans, Gloria Vanderbilt, Macy’s and more.

White Monochrome Tulip Skirt By RIDRESS

T​his label embodies style quotient of any young girl, who likes free and comfy fashion, with undertones of edginess and class. RIDRESS celebrates the quintessential spirit of young women through their uber-chic feminine designs.

Shift Dress By RIDRESS

“We understand,  mood and moment can change, with the whim and hem of each dress. RIDRESS delivers contemporary and refreshing fashion garments, inspired by international runways and red carpet styles, as well as clothes to wear to work, travel, or just lounge in,” avers the mastermind.