I am ME(lanin) feat. Aditri

Hi, I am ME(lanin). I am the sun’s mistress. Maidens aren’t bethroed to ‘good’ grooms because of me. Educated women are turned down at jobs because of me. The sales of haldi and besan shoot up, because of me. Women become the targets of salespersons pushing fairness creams/anti-tan packs down their throats,  because of me….

#BringIndiaHome with UCOI

One fine day, I was taking a walk down one of the quaint lanes of Hindustan Park when my eyes met a little birdie’s. I felt an instant connection. And the rest, they say, is history! Presenting UCOI, Unifying Crafts and Design. At the surface level, it may seem like just another home decor store,…

Role Reversal: A One-Way Street?

I observe. I observe as I take a walk down the street. I observe when I sit at a nearby cafe and people pass by. I observe when I look you straight in the eye with my piercing glare. I observe as you read this post. I observe to get inspired. I observe to get…

Beauty for All

Porcelain skin, hourglass body, pearl white teeth and lustrous hair may be the ideal definition of ‘beauty’ for most. We beg to differ. I am sure our tribe will have a lot of takers out there. (A Srishti Nadhani and The Bong Munda collaboration feat. Ornaete by Radhika Joshi. ) For us, beauty is beyond…

What to expect at Sutraa~Spring~A~Fair

Seasons change, people change, how can you expect your wardrobe to not? Presenting Sutraa~Spring~A~Fair to give your wardrobe an ultimate facelift. Date: 13th March, 10 am onwards Venue: The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata After a successful run at various cities in the country, Sutraa is all set to make its debut in the city of joy….

What is The Love Shop?

Valetine’s Day is exactly a week away and I am sure you are all fretting over what to gift your Valentine. The Love Shop is your answer to all your Valentine’s Day related gifting. Venue: Ensoie, Above Biker’s cafe, Elgin Road Dates: 8th and 9th February 2018 With options ranging from garments to accessories, to…

Review of #HimalayaWinterBundle

Winters have to be my most favourite season. One can layer, sip on numerous cups of hot chocolate without guilt, but it has its downside too. Your skin needs extra special care and gives up on you despite all the attention! To my rescue, comes the Winter Hamper from Himalaya. #HimalayaWinterBundle The hamper is a…

What to expect at Canvas E03?

With the mercury dropping, all I want to do is Shop, Eat, and Connect at a lush garden under the winter sun. Presenting the third Chapter of Canvas on 12th January at Kenilworth Hotel Gardens. What makes Canvas so unique is the presence of varied entrepreneurs hailing from so many different fields, who aren’t there…

Pajama Party at Sironaa The Beauty Studio

Let’s admit it, at some point in our lives, we have all wanted to become Blair Waldorf’s minions just to get access to her annual slumber parties, overflowing with bellinis and pretty nails. But what if I tell you that you don’t have to parade down across town to take revenge from one of Blair’s…

All things Quirky feat. Vrede

I am naturally attracted to all things quirky and that’s nothing new! However, what is new is a home-grown label called Vrede that I am so excited to introduce you all to. Vrede is a contemporary fashion label which juxtaposes highly original prints with high tech fabrics. And when I say prints, these aren’t just…

Getting Festive Season Ready with Kalighata

The wedding season is barely a fortnight away and I am sure a few of you are still losing your hair by pondering over what to wear. Whether you are on the ‘getting-married’ side or ‘attending-the-marriage’ side, this blog post caters to both. I have chosen three of my favourite outfits from Kalighata‘s bridal range….

Spelling luxury with Santieb’s

Very rarely do you come across a brand that leaves you so spellbound that you wish to talk about it to every person you come across. And I am not lying through my teeth! Santieb’s is a luxurious aromatic journey. Santieb’s is a brand that makes bespoke perfumes and fragrances. Blending French expertise and Indian…