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Fashion must haves!

We list down some funky accessories and bold, bright colours and ensembles that you should own this season.

Bag it
From daily accessories to cosmetics, this roomy multipurpose handbag allows you to carry everything you need. A thick leather base gives this gorgeous Esprit cloth bag a stiff definition and the colour block makes it stand out even on a boring ensemble.


That funky look
With Hollywood actors like Ashley Tisdale, Demi Lovato and Lindsay Lohan being spotted with moustache neckpieces a few months ago, the trend has spread globally. These comical plastic pendants with metallic chainlinks from Accessorize work well with all kinds of clothing.


Bright and beautiful
Boring, dull colours are out and bright is in. This trend has been around for a while and is likely to stay. So slip on these eye-catching ballerinas from Vanilla Moon, which can be easily paired with monochrome dresses, denims or shorts.



Go traditional
The latest collection from Cottons showcases traditional Rajasthani crafts on contemporary silhouettes by using techniques like block printing, woven fabrics and pin tucking in a variety of styles. The line has kurtas, kurtis, skirts, patiala shalwars, capri pants, churidars, dupattas and tops adorned with sequinned motifs.



Gym bunny
Puma has launched its latest Signature collection for autumn/winter 2012. The new range has funky T-shirts, shorts, high-top sneakers, ballerinas and bags that are not only perfect for the gym but also every day wear.


Style statement
To add some colour to your ensemble, check out Vinegar’s latest tribal collection. There are trousers, jackets and waistcoats in bold colours with thread embriodery. The motifs are inspired by the Hmong tribe of South-east Asia.

How to work out at work

How many times have you used the long hours you spend at your work desk as an excuse to not hit the gym or go for your daily run? We give you five simple exercises that you can do in your office, while sitting at your desk.

Stretching: Stretch your neck and roll your head around slowly. Lift your arms in front of you and rotate your wrist in a clockwise and anti clockwise motion. Not only can you help prevent that weight gain with such exercises but you can also help prevent carpal tunnel syndrome and avoid stress.

The butt squeeze: This isometric glutes expercise is something that you can do without anyone else noticing. To start toning, simply squeeze the buttocks together as tightly as you can and hold for 10 seconds, and release. Repeat 10 times. Do this five times a day. The tighter you squeeze, the better results you'll get.

The shoulder shrug: Simply raise both shoulders up toward the ears, hold for five seconds, then relax. Repeat for 15 reps.
The seated ab crunch: Another silent exercise, this one can be covertly executed when seated at your desk. Simply take a deep breath and tighten the abdominal muscles, bringing them in towards the spine as you exhale. Stay squeezed for 5-10 seconds and release. Repeat for 12-15 reps.

The leg raise: While seated, straighten one or both legs and hold in place for five or more seconds. Then lower the leg(s) back to the ground without letting the feet touch the floor. Repeat (alternating legs if raising them separately) for 15 reps.

The neck stretch: Slowly tilt your head toward your left shoulder and hold for 10 seconds. Now tilt your head towards your right shoulder. You could also try moving your neck in a circular motion. Do it slowly, or you might end up with a crick in the neck.

Sweep on some colour

A pop of colour on your face makes you look refreshed instantly and that’s a look you can pull off with anything. But it’s also so easy to get it wrong. That's why we are here to help you master the art of sweeping on some colour.


DO ADD SOME COLOUR like Deepika Padukone

Hair: Side-swept voluminous waves look great with Deepika’s makeup and clothes.
Eyes: A subtle taupe with winged eyeliner—her signature look matches with practically everything!
Lips: A pop of orangey-red pulls the whole look together, keeping the focus on Deepika’s face.

 
DON’T SPLASH ON TOO MUCH like Pria Kataria Puri

Hair: Overly back-combed hair pulled into tight curls just isn’t doing it for us.
Eyes: False eyelashes, thick, winged eyeliner, or too much eyeshadow—we don’t know what’s worse.
Cheeks and lips: Oily skin, patches of pink and bright red lipstick. This is so many levels of wrong!

Your nail colour and you!

Often when selecting a nail colour, we don’t give it much thought and just go with what we feel at that moment. Today yellow may seem attractive and tomorrow, you may want to switch to a purple. But have you ever wondered why? Find out what the following shades say about you.

Red: Bold, daring and brimming with confidence; you don’t shy away from taking risks and you indulge yourself silly when you win. Red signifies several aspects of your personality—you are outgoing, dramatic and passionate. Having an opinion is mandatory. But you can also get too argumentative at times. And, you hate losing. You are armed with an attractive personality, so seducing come easy to you. You like to take charge of things and you enjoy the spotlight. Red, in many ways, points to beauty that evokes nostalgia. If you’re suddenly craving to paint your nails a luscious red, it means you now know what being sexy means.

Yellow: Yellow undoubtedly signifies that you are full of sunshine. You are a happy person and you like to spread the cheer. You like to make a statement with your bright canary yellow talons. You are full of life, so you take pride in being the cynosure of all eyes. You easily outshine others with your extroverted nature. Yellow has a supremely energising and positive vibe, which also reflects your inner optimism.

Green: You are at peace with yourself and your surroundings. Modesty and sincerity colour your personality, and being gentle comes easy to you. Needless to say, you feel one with nature. You often crave for a trek up lush mountains or doing your bit for earth’s conservation. If you could, you’d live in a tent, in the forest. You believe in exuding power through inner strength. Being loud is not your thing. The shade green also points to your dynamism.


Blue: You enjoy being calm, like the clear blue waters, but that doesn’t mean you are monotonous. You are fun and experimental. Like black, blue is not for the faint-hearted. It requires a certain attitude to sport blue on your nails. They say the hottest flames burn blue, so it’s not an option to take you for granted. You are born to be unique in whatever you do and you are quite the trendsetter. There is, of course, a well-hidden side to you—you are compassionate and caring and you will go to any length to help your loved ones.

Purple: If you’ve always felt drawn to this shade, you know you like to be treated like a princess and purple makes you feel like one. It’s a complex shade, so those wearing it are usually very creative. You are inherently artistic and are attracted to the bohemian life. Your wittiness can sometimes verge on sarcasm, but that doesn’t make you insensitive; you do it only when you see no way out. You are a well-bred, refined personality and you take pride in your sophistication. That air of quiet confidence you carry is the envy of people around you.

Pink: For as long you can remember, Sex AndThe City has been your favourite film, and chances are, you probably worship Sarah Jessica Parker. Being fashionable is obligatory. Your spunky nature is reflected in your femininity. You are cutesy, but in a sweet way. You may come across as a timid soul, but you are not a wallflower. You stand up for yourself at the right time and the right place—in your own way, of course—and that makes you an endearing person. Girly, flirty and funny could well be synonyms for you.


Gold: Glamorous and sultry—an absolute stunner. You probably get these compliments often. You like to shine, pun intended. For you, being beautiful means appearing in glitzy or blingy attire. Showing off is in your DNA and you just love to hog the spotlight. But you are a genuinely warm and generous person, when moving in social circles. You often tend to be the life of a party, and conversations with you are always engaging and interesting.

Black: Black nail paint has been associated with evil Goth and vampires for a long time. But they are not tenets written in stone. You simply like to stand out in a crowd. Yes, you are mysterious and can be rebellious at times, but not without good reason. You are edgy and a risk-taker, and you speak your mind. Most of all, you are a strong woman and always will be.

Neon: Neon shades are the latest rage, be it in your iPhone covers, outfits, nails, curtains, crockery, et al. You are hip and out to make a statement. Paris Hilton could very well be your muse. You love to dress up in fuchsias and go partying, and you could certainly party all night, without a pause. Everyone wants to be seen with you because you are bubbly and cool at the same time. Your energy is infectious and you like to live in the moment.

Gradient: You like shaking things up. You love to flaunt two to three shades on your manicured nails and often do your own nail art. You are a very patient person and perseverance is second nature to you. You take your time making decisions; until you are satisfied it is the right one. But you might come across as slightly complicated. No one can ever guess what’s going on in your mind and you don’t easily warm up to strangers. But once you’ve broken the ice, you are all set to mingle.