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FROM THE EDIT ROOM OF TRAVEL, TREADMILLS AND TRENDSON COVER We are still reeling from the Great for group trips allow you to meet January Reset. You know what we interesting new people from your are taking about; the sweeping goals city. Make good use of the 16 long to join the gym, eat your greens and weekends the year has to offer. travel more. What we personally love about this decade is the conve- The winter is almost ending and it’s nience it offers us to achieve these time to say bye to our beloved sweat- never-changing goals. There has ers and comfy sweatshirts. Get ready been a definite rise in the number for some spring clothes and warm of fitness centres across major sunshine. If you are heading for a cities in India and they are not your shopping spree, the trends to keep run-of-the-mill gyms. These centres in mind for Spring Summer 2018 offer interesting fitness options like are pastel gelato hues, tailored dark piloxing, Strong by Zumba, Bollyfit, denim, trench coats for the slightly Yoga, the list goes on. This along cooler days and sheer evening wear. with numerous health cafes which go beyond offering just salads; In our latest issue we talk about think corn bread chicken burgers, brands like The Gourmet Jar which whole wheat pastas, soups and even brings interesting new flavours of healthy desserts. With all the indul- jams, condiments and relishes. Do gence minus the guilt, the year 2018 check out our stories about Vueza is going see a spike in fitter, more and Aizen to discover colourful, confident, happier people. funky accessories and apparel. We also feature an Art Deco themed Sweet, sweet love is in the air with restaurant which boasts of an Asian Valentine’s Day around the corner. and Peruvian menu. Flip through our This time, let go of the box of choco- pages to know the latest trends in lates and choose to travel instead. If fashion, beauty, wellness, food and you are new to traveling or just plain more. And stick to those resolutions lazy to plan a trip by yourself, there are plenty of start ups which allow Until next time…. you to travel without any hassles. They take care of everything from food, stay to activities. Signing up Meanwhile, do engage with us on our social media platforms at facebook.com/whatsbrandnew; twitter.com/whatsbrandnew; instagram.com/whatsbrandnew; www.whatsbrandnew.com Aizen started off as an e-commerce website in summer of 2017 and has quick- ly grown into selling products on other online shopping portals as well. No more falling asleep in the hand-me-down nightdress your sister passed on to you or the over-sized T-shirt your boyfriend grudgingly gave away. Get your own cute nightwear from Aizen and wake up feeling sorted.
42CONTENTS P 06 FROM THE EDIT medi-facial range50 ROOM FOOD & BEVERAGES NEW LAUNCHES P 44 ART DECO & ASIAN 1Q1 offers expansive Asian and P 10 IN SHORT Peruvian menu with elegant Art Deco theme to match TRENDING NOW P 42 JAM-PACKED P 26 IN SHORT The Gourmet Jar brings delicious gourmet condiments with unique WBN LOVES flavour combinations BEAUTY & WELLNESS SHOPPING P 40 A HEALTHY GLOW P 50 COMFORTABLY IN Kosmoderma brings the 3-in-1 VOGUE OxyBrite treatment under the
48 26 EDITORIAL: Anupama Shivacharya 44 Email: [email protected] brings quirky, colourful, fun MARKETING & SALES:sleepwear and comfort wear for Jai Prakash CSmen, women and kids Email: [email protected] 48 A MIXED BAG ADMINISTRATION & DISTRIBUTION:Veuza brings a range of elegantly Abilasha MD, Jagdeesh Ndesigned bags for the modern Email: [email protected]. DIGITAL MARKETING:P 46 HOW TO WEAR A VELVET R Varsh RaghavendraDINNER JACKET Email: [email protected] on from tuxedos andexplore the Velvet Dinner Jacket DESIGN:this season. Y & O gives style tips Hemanth Kumar D M Email: [email protected] Managing Director : Vivek Tholasi What’s Up Guides is printed and published by T.A. Nataraj on behalf of Tholasi Publications Pvt. Ltd. and printed at Tholasi Prints India Pvt. Ltd., #379, 10th Cross, Peenya Industrial Area, 4th Phase, Bangalore 560058, and published at #9, Railway Parallel Road, West Park cross Road, Kumarapark East, Bangalore 560001. The views that appear in this publication are those of the individual authors, and we take no responsibility for any consequences or actions as a result of readers following such views or advice. Reproduction in whole or part without express written permission is strictly prohibited. Disclaimer: Utmost care has been taken in scrutinising the editorial content of the magazine before going to press. However, the editor and publisher shall not be held directly responsible for any inadvertent misrepresentation of fact, facts, or misprint which may occur despite our best efforts. All brands, products and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Email: [email protected] Phone: 080-22264351/2 RNI NO. KARENG/2010/33324INDEX 10
NEW LAUNCHESTRADITIONAL DESIGNS BY THE SHOPThe Shop was started in 1970 with a focus on designed handprinted textiles for the home. They have diversified theirofferings with new launches in home decor, clothing and ac-cessories. The Shop also uses techniques like dyeing, printing,quilting, aplique and hand and machine embroidery. They com-bine the same with a contemporary sensibility to design uniqueproducts that are bright, colorful and fun.Find: theshopindia.com/Price: on requestWhat’s BRAND BUSINESS LUNCH BY THE IRISH HOUSE New? Enticing food meets a smackin’ deal with The Irish House. The neighborhood pub brings From scrumptious spreads to luxury the Business Lunch Deal. It has been curated designer wear… Check out this carefully specially to add some spice to your regular work curated pick of things that are new! day. Pick and choose from a range of wholesome soups, salads and mains and spoil yourself silly with their melt-in-your mouth desserts. Find: Shop TF - 01A, VR Bengaluru, Whitefield Main Road, Mahadevapura Price: `395 plus taxes NEAPOLITAN-STYLE SOURDOUGH PIZZAS AT THE DUCORIUM COLLECTION BY WILLIAM PENN PIZZA BAKERY For the gentlemen who prefers the road less trav- Launched recently in Indiranagar, The Pizza Bakery recre- elled, the Lapis Bard Ducorium Collection presents ates Naples in Bangalore with their authentic Neapoli- an exclusive range of thoughtfully designed acces- tan-style Sourdough Pizzas. Their twin wood fired ovens sories. The new launches have been handcrafted are set in the warm and cozy ambience of the multilevel from the finest leather. They include a range of belts, Pizzeria. The food can be enjoyed along with craft beers money clips, card holders and wallets. The Ducorium and wine within the stunning black and white interiors. Collection exemplifies contemporary design and Find: 2985, 12th Main Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar classic workmanship. It is exclusively available at Price: Meal for two costs `1000 William Penn stores across India. Find: williampenn.net10 Price: `4000 onwards
FENDI PEEKABOO EYEWEAR COLLECTION HAND-HELD SHOWER BY AXORInspired by the iconic FENDI bag, the brand brings the new AXOR announces its latest hand-held showerPeekaboo Eyewear Collection. The distinctive lock on the bag has - AXOR One - designed by the London-basedbeen reinterpreted as a functional and decorative hinge on the design duo Barber & Osgerby. The producttemples. Celebrating the classy statement of the bag, the Peeka- comes with two spray modes and is all set toboo Eyewear Collection reflects the Roman Maison’s elegance. revitalise your showering sessions. The uniqueFind: More info on fendi.com/ii/woman/sunglasses design of the hand-held shower combines anglesPrice: on request and curves in perfect unity. Find: axor-design.com Price: on request 1131 BAR & KITCHEN 1131 comes with a double deck open starlit courtyard bounded by a wall covered with green foliage. This is sitting atop an air conditioned dining area, complete with a Professional golf simulator and Community tables. The Bar and Kitchen whips up some amazing Pan Asian, International, Indian Fusion, great pizzas and Med- iterranean dishes. They also have an extensive wine and liquor menu, and quirky cocktails. Find: 1131, 100 Feet Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Price: Meal for two costs `1000 JAIPUR COLLECTION GRILL NIGHTS AT SHIRO BY CARATLANE Rejuvenate with mid-week culinary bliss with Grill Nights Rediscover the Pink City at Shiro. Sizzle your Wednesday evenings with Asian with CaratLane’s Jaipur Grill Nights and experience live grill counters with a de- Collection Inspired by lectable spread. Choose from their wide range of grilled Royalty. The designs in- meats, fresh seafood and exotic vegetables prepared spired by some of Jaipur’s by their award winning chefs. The eclectic fare includes majestic architectural Asian Porterhouse steak, Vietnamese Jumbo Shrimp, wonders. Witness the Lamb Shops, Smoked Salmon and much more. iconic beauty of Jaipur’s Find: 222, 3rd Floor, UB City Comet, Vittal Mallya Road glorious palaces like Price: `340 onwards Rambagh and Hawa Mahal come alive as elegant xxx jewellery designed for the women of today. With uniquely hand-carved pink stones at the centre, the collection truly evokes the charm of the Pink City. Find: Shop online at carat- lane.com Price: `11,500 onwards12
NEW OPPO SHOWROOM AT BANGALORE QUIRKY PIZZAS BY SCRIBBLE CAFÉOPPO unveils new design brand showroom in Bengaluru, India. Fancy cutting yourself from the world and sittingThe Selfie Expert and Leader brand announced the grand opening in pajamas? The Scribble Café is ideal for you.of its new design brand showroom at Churchstreet. The showroom The café has a range of pizzas with options forhas been designed by Sim & Maxon, the China, Beijing-based veg lovers, meat lovers, prawn lovers and eveninterior design. The designers have combined brand strategy with Marshmallow lovers. Vegetarians must try thecutting-edge design to create a unique experience for fans and 100% Desi Pizza which comes bursting with theconsumers. flavours of cheese and sauce.Find: No-1/2 Church Street, Richmond Town, Ward no- 76, Brigade Junc- Find: No.627/628, 5th Cross Road, 15th Main, 80 Feettion, MG Road, Opposite of Star Bucks Coffee, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Road, 4th Block, KoramangalaNagar Price: `600 for two LIFESTYLE OPENS SHOP AT VEGA CITY, BANGALORE Lifestyle has opened its latest store in Bangalore at Vega City, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore. Customers can choose from hundreds of leading national and international brands. Some popular brands are Melange by Lifestyle, Ginger by Lifestyle, Vero Moda, Code by Life- style, Forca by Lifestyle, Louis Phillippe, Catwalk and many more. The store brings customer-friendly layouts, chic, comfortable ambience and attractive window and merchandise display. Find: 172/1, Bannerghatta Main Road, JP Nagar 3rd Phase, Dollar Layout, Dollar Lay- out, Stage 2, BTM 2nd Stage WINTER MENU AT MUGHALNAMA WOOD PARQUET FLOORING BY PERGO Binge on some finger licking classic and kosher Mughlai dishes Pergo brings the Wood Parquet flooring with natural this winter. Mughalnama brings an elaborate range of scrump- unique character of an engineered wood floor which tious mouthwatering delicacies as a part of its new launches. adds warmth and personality to your décor. There is Famous for its authentic Mughlai cuisine, Mughalnama caters more to Wood Parquet flooring than natural charm. its delicious food for all occasions, ceremonies, and events. The designs come in a rich array of beautiful collections Indulge in dishes like Shabdeg- an authentic Kashmiri dish and featuring plank designs, grading, structures and finishes. Shalgam Gosht, a classic Indian preparation made from mutton Find: More info on www.pergo.com/ and turnips. Price: on request Find: More info at facebook.com/Mughalnama/ Price: on request1xx4x
INTO THE DARK COLLECTION BY KIKO MILANO MEN’S GROOMING RANGE BY L’OREALKIKO MILANO brings the Into The Dark Collection. The design Born in Paris, the capital of fashion and artisticis elegant, sensual, feminine and provocative. The make-up is inspiration, L’Oréal Professionnel has always keptcharacterized by extreme and hyper gloss vinyl finishes. Colors its pace and rhythm in tune with the artistic com-are deep and vibrant, with extreme pigments. The collection munity. This time around, they bring luxuriousallows the user to achieve a leather lips effect and velvet touch for new launches for men. Be it a business dinnera feminine and provocative look. with the boss or a game at a bar, L’Oréal Profes-Find: More info at www.kikocosmetics.com/en-in/ sionnel has products ideal for every moment.Price: on request Find: More info on www.lorealprofessionnel.in Price: `575 onwards YOGA MATS BY KOSHA YOGA CO Kosha Yoga Co brings specially curated, beautiful and sustain- able yoga mats. The mats are constructed of natural tree rubber, plush microfibre, and lots of love. The 100% natural tree rubber base means the mats don’t slip, shift, fold or roll-up. You can slide in and out of asanas without any doubt or fear. Find: Shop online at koshayoga.co Price: `3499 BLU - FRAGRANCE FOR WINTER 2017 COL- MEN LECTION BY MAX BLU, a refined and Max Fashion unveils sophisticated French street-style inspired fragrance is a masculine Winter 2017 collection. fresh aqueous Eau de Showcasing an array of Perfume. It caters to the design for every style contemporary tastes of sensibility, the collec- energetic and spirited tion is practical yet young men. Combined poised. Of-the-moment with juicy watermelon trends, from glitter and notes and delicate petit vinyl to activewear and petals of lavender, Blu tartan, are reinvented. brings a seducing and The garments are ideal alluring vitality to the to make an everyday heart. It combines lotus, style statement. Think jasmine with sophisticat- outfits that take you ed accents of sandalwood from desk to dinner, and amber. relaxed loungewear, Find: More info on www. outdoors-ready ath- ajmalperfume.com/ leisure. Price: `2300 Find: maxfashion.in/in/en/ Price: on request16 xxx
SNEAKERS BY JAYPORE APPAREL FOR KIDS BY LITTLE TAGSJaypore unveils a unique collection of hand-crafted zari embel- Luxury children’s clothes from Little Tags arelished sneakers. The captivating collection has been designed by the perfect way to ensure your little ones areAparajita Toor. The one-of-a-kind collection will add a quirky and dressed with latest styles. The designs from theunparalleled fusion touch to any outfit. The collection features brand ensure just that without compromising onseven trendy and unconventional sneakers in a combination of comfort. Choose from onesies for newborns, soft-white, gold, yellow beige and black colours. soled shoes for toddlers taking their first steps orFind: jaypore.com something festive for a traditional occasion. ThePrice: `3900 to `4600 vast range of luxurious kids clothes has some- thing that appeals everyone. Find: Shop online at littletags.com Price: on request WEARABLE TECH BY RELIANCE X FOSSIL Reliance Digital, India’s largest con- sumer electronics chain joins hands with leading watch retailer Fossil India. Together, they bring a range of smart watches across select stores. The endeavour is to cater to the digital/ tech lifestyle of consumers of Reliance Digital. Choose from brands like Fossil Q, Skagen Connected, Michael Kors Access, Misfit and Diesel. Find: Shop at reliancedigital.in/ Price: on request CASUAL AFFAIR BY ALBERTO TORRESI HOLIDAY COLLEC- Alberto Torresi brings a collection of classic footwear for men. TION BY FRENCH The brand offers an eclectic range of boat shoes, loafers, CONNECTION sneakers and slip-ons. Each pair from the collection is designed French Connection in suede leather and is a representation of fine craftsmanship. A offers a fashion-for- portrayal of fine taste of fashion and trending styles, each pair ward clothing range brings comfort and durability. with a quirky spin Find: Shop online at www.albertotorresi.com on design, priding Price: `2295 onwards itself on quality and affordablexxx prices. The Autumn Winter Collection is designed with the holiday season in mind. Choose form a range of dresses styled in flares, sequins, ruffles and other trends of the season. Find: Shop online at frenchconnection.in/ Price: on request 17
ROUGE FOR MEN BY MOCEMSA FUN FAIR COLLECTION BY FENDIFor men who enjoy being the center of attraction, Mocemsa has FENDI presents the new capsule collection allcrafted Rouge. Pronounced as ‘Roo-jsh’, the fragrance is an extremely peppered by shiny conical metal studs. The newversatile masculine scent. The product diffuses the freshness of exotic launches are available in shining gold and blackfruits blended with precious woods and underlying hints of rare musks colours with golden studs and scalloped edges. Aand sweet Madagascar vanilla. special glitter version of the backpack has beenFind: Shop at mocemsa.com/men-perfume/rouge.html created in technical fabric as well. Choose fromPrice: `2500 wallets on chain, flat purses, wallets, iPad and iPhone covers. Find: 143, Ground Floor, DLF Emporio Mall, Nelson Man- dela Marg, Vasant Kunj Phase 2, New Delhi 110070 Price: On request MIRA BY RADHIKA JAIN Radhika Jain is a versatile designer from Kolkata who specializes in creating handcrafted fashion acces- sories and silver artifacts. The MiRA collection is ideal for people who want to wear elegant, sophisticated and royal looking jewelry. The designs are simple, classical yet very stylish. They can be worn by women of any age group. Find: facebook.com/MIRA-by-Radhika- Jain-652036421485751/ Price: on request ETHERIUS COLLEC- LADIES DELIGHT TION BY VICTORINOX QUARTZ BY TRAVEL GEAR FREDERIQUE CON- Victorinox Travel Gear STANT brings the Etherius Frederique Constant Collection of ultra-light, presents the new hard side luggage. This Ladies Delight Quartz clever effect adds a dose which is ideal for wom- of elegant fancy to the en who prefer a smaller serious functionality of and more classical time- these cases. Available in piece that coordinates classic black and opulent well with all their jew- bronze, they are set to elry. The pieces in the appeal to price-conscious collection are refined women and men who en- and feminine with soft joy high-quality products and smooth rounded and like to stand out from lines. The watches are the crowd. available in options of Find: victorinox.com metal bracelet and fine Price: `22,510 onwards leather strap of grey or blue.18 Find: More info at frederiqueconstant.com Price: on request xxx
WINTER CARE RANGE BY MALU WILZ Amp up your glow with must have winter care from Malu Wilz. The winter weather can cause your skin to take a beating. The product range comprises of highly effective skin care and luxurious pampering experiences. Choose between Winter Cream, Caviar Moisturizing Cream and Extra Rich Cream designed for different skin types. Find: Shop online at careto- beauty.com/in/malu-wilz/ Price: `2899 onwards INK & FLINT BY LE CREUSET KITCHENWARE Le Creuset, the quintessential French cookware brand brings new launches to reflect mod- ern urban cityscapes. This win- ter, Le Creuset, has expanded its colorful range by including two new classic hues, Flint and Ink. Flint is a neutral shade of grey inspired by the growing trend of chic greys. Ink brings a rich deep blue, effortless style to your kitchen. Find: le-creuset.in Price: on requestPENDANT LAMPS LAPTOP SLEEVE BY TYPE7BY ACEROIX Protect your Laptop with sleeves that have the bestAceroix brings high- of both worlds. Type7’s new launches are sturdy andly curated and de- make a great design statement. Made of polyestersigned lamps. They felt, the sleeves are durable and provide insulation forare solely designed your laptops. Faux Leather chain detail and accentswith Scandinavian further complement these unique designs.taste in mind which Find: type7.inare designed to last. Price: `1400Pendant lamps aresome of the mostversatile lamps todecorate with. Asingle lamp canflood a sizable roomwith light and act asa real eye catcher.Find: aceroix.comPrice: `639 onwardsxxx 19
PACARI DARK CHOCOLATES NINE NEW PADLOCKS BY HÄFELEPacari is considered to be one of the world’s best brands of dark Häfele brings a range of padlocks loaded with keenchocolates. Pacari only uses Arriba Nacional cacao found in Ecua- innovations and supreme technology. The qualitydor and other high-quality organic ingredients to make its choc- locks deliver easy functionality and user-friend-olates. Pacari chocolates are certified organic, vegan, gluten-free liness. Häfele understands the importance andand soy-free. Pacari is also the only brand in India which brings a trust an individual places on the lock to safeguarddark chocolate bar that contains 100% cacao. his belongings. It translates this understandingFind: houseofmandara.com/collections/pacari-chocolate-best-import- into multi-faceted range of padlocks, each with aed-dark-chocolates-india-online contemporary twist.Price: `430 onwards Find: https://www.hafeleindia.com/en/ Price: on request KIKO MILANO BRINGS THE ASIAN TOUCH KIKO Milano brings The Asian Touch – a collection inspired by oriental culture. The collection is inspired by the indelible charm of the Oriental beauty, which is ethereal and charismatic. The collection includes products for flaming red lips and exaggerated eyes shaped with black eyeline. Additionally, the facial tissue mask offers the experience of pure wellness. Find: kikocosmetics.com/en-in/ Price: on request PARTY COLLECTION BY OPEN TRUNK SIMPLY PRETTY MAKE-UP BY AVON Open Trunk is a treasure trove of all that is rich, elegant and Avon, the world’s leading beauty brand, re-launches its simplistic from the world of textiles and design. It brings the Simply Pretty range. The makeup collection is uncom- Party Collection 2018. The collection includes party staples plicated and promise an extra boost of confidence. Sim- like LBDs and accessories to go with them. The brand brings a ply Pretty is a complete range that is fun and youthful. combination of rich heritage, exquisite designs and unparalleled It comprises of makeup essentials that are easy to use fabrics. and available in budget-friendly price. Find: theopentrunk.com Find: avon.co.in Price: on request Price: on request20 xxx
N1 ACTIVE BY THE HAWAIIAN SHACKNUMERO UNO The Hawaiian Shack is a perfect getaway fromNumero Uno, India’s the busy streets of suburban Mumbai. The bar isleading clothing and in the shape of a boat complete with mast andaccessories brand bright colours. The rustic wooden tables andbrings athleisure rafting create a mood of being in an authenticcollection N1 AC- shack on an exotic beach.TIVE. Active lifestyle Find: More info at www.hawaiianshackbar.com/demands a whole Meal for two: `2000new way of dressing.At the heart of thiscollection, is a fusionof form, functionand comfort. Theapproach is futureforward inculcatingtechnology intoevery fold of eachgarment.Find: More info onnumerounojeanswear.com/Price: `849 onwards TWO NEW BIKE MODELS BY AVANTU- RA CHOPPERS Avantura Choppers, India’s first premium chopper motorcycle brand brings the Rudra & Pravega. With 2000cc displace- ment, these made-to-order marvelous machines will take pre-bookings starting from the India Bike Week 2017. Each mo- torcycle will be personalized for its rider. Avantura Chopper motorcycles, curated for connoisseurs, are an extension of one’s personality. Find: More info on www.bikedekho.com/ news/avantura-choppers-launches-indi- as-first-2000cc-chopper-motorcycles Price: `21,40,000 onwardsTHE LACE COLLEC- SUEDE KICKS BY PUMATION BY REBECCA Puma drops their latest suede kicks to celebrateDEWAN 50 years of the iconic sneaker. The new version ofDesigner Rebecca the iconic Suede Classic + comes in fresh colours ofDewan brings Belle black, green, yellow and blue for men and pink andAme, an exquisite beige for women. In cultural terms, the Suede can befestive collection in credited as the first shoe of “BBoyism”.French Lace. The Find: More info on https://in.puma.com/Autumn-Winter2017 Price: `5499 onwardscollection includesgowns, dresses andindo western creations.The colour palettesinclude peaches andblack and the productsare designed with theseasonal trends inmind. The lace lends alight, airy with a vintagetouch to the contempo-rary silhouettes of thecollection.Find: More info at http://www.rebeccadewan.com/fall-belle-ame.htmlPrice: on requestxxx 21
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VAJRA YOGA MAT BY DEIVEE ORCHIDS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASONDeivee By Milind Soman brings Vajra Yoga Mat. The mat provides The Orchid Tree is an online retailer ofcomfort between the body and the floor with unique anti-skid innumerable orchids native to Karnataka. Itproperty. Made with natural sambu grass, this mat provides also imports orchids from countries such asadequate cushioning and support during your yoga flow. It’s high Thailand, Taiwan, Ecuador and the Nether-thickness density is designed to protect your muscles and joints lands. They also provide everything a buddingby giving you adequate cushion and comfort. green thumb may need to nurture the plants.Find: Shop online at deivee.com/collections/yoga-mats/products/the- The products include pots, garden accessories,worlds-best-yoga-mat tools, media, fertilizers and expert advice.Price: `3499 Find: Shop for new launches at orchid-tree.com/ Price: `250 onwards DHOKRA COLLECTION BY CARATLANE This season add glitz to your bijoux box with CaratLane’s ‘Dhokra Collection’. The new launches form the collection revisit the rustic charm of tribal jewellery in the form of elegant designs. They are inspired by the art form of Dhokra that dates back to 4000 years, and practiced during the Indus Valley Civilization. CaratLane has crafted every piece in 22kt gold by reviving traditional techniques and patterns into modern and stylish designs. The collections present a whole new range of rings, earrings, pen- dants, bracelets, bangles and necklaces. Find: Shop online at caratlane.com/jewellery/ dhokra.html Price: `4000 onwardsBRIDAL COLLEC- VITAMIN THERAPY FACE WASH BY HERBS &TION BY RELIANCE MOREJEWELS Netsurf brings the All-in-one Anti-Pollution VitaminReliance Jewels is a Therapy Face Wash. The product by Herbs & Morebrand synonymous is ideal for both Women and Men. It is enriched withwith grandeur and Honey, Lychee, Neem, Basil and Wheat Protein. Theexquisite designs in facial skin is the most delicate, pampered and nur-the jewellery seg- tured part of the body.ment. It now brings Find: Shop online at www.netsurfnetwork.comits exclusive wedding Price: `220collection for theseason. The bridalcollection encap-sulates royalty andluxury. Choose formjewels with ravishingrubies, enchantingemeralds, contempo-rary and traditionalgold jewellery.Find: www.reliancejew-els.net/Price: on requestxxx 23
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TRENDING NOW From popular fashion labels to the best selling makeup… Check out this carefully curated list of what’s currently trending. 1 BHARAT 5 BY MICROMAX Micromax Bharat 5 price in India has been set at Rs. 5,555 and will be sold via offline stores in the country. The trending dual-SIM Micromax Bharat 5 runs Android Nougat, and sports a 5.2-inch HD (720x1280 pixels) display. It is powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core processor (unspecified make), coupled with 1GB of DDR3 RAM. Source: gadgets.india Find: micromaxinfo.com/ 2 UNBREAKABLE BOTTLE BY MILTON Milton, a household name in the drinkware space has unveiled the Rock Bottle. The trending product is environment-friendly, stylish and made of superior-quality plastic. Not only is the on-the-go reusable water bottle unbreakable, but also scratch, stain and odour-resistant. It is able to keep both hot and cold beverages ranging between 40 degrees Celsius and 95 degrees Celsius. Source: fnb news Find: amazon.in2x6xx
3 NATURAL BEAUTY CARE BY JIVAVRKSA JivaVrksa is a self-funded group and a part of the trending social enterprise movement towards sustainable living. It is based out of Chennai. They create handmade all-natural (partially organic) personal care products made of pure natural ingredients. The products come with the traditional and time-tested recipes. They also connect with few other cooperative and self-help groups with a similar vision of community-based interest. Source: indianbeautyhub Find: Jivavrksa.in 4WINTER ESSENTIALS BY WOOLLENWEARWoollen Wear, a famous winter apparelcompany releases winter jackets for menand women. The main goal of the companyis to offer customers stylish winter woolenjackets that provide comfort.Source: pr.comFind: Shop online at woollen-wear.in x2x7x
TRENDING NOW 5 ALIVECOR’S KARDIABAND FOR APPLE WATCH AliveCor’s KardiaBand has become the first medical device accessory for the trending Apple Watch. The KardiaBand is an electrocardiogram (EKG) reader, which can check heart rhythm and irregular heartbeat. To use it, Apple Watch owners must replace their existing wrist band with the trending KardiaBand, and then press their thumb on the sensor for 30 seconds. Source: gadgets.ndtv Find: digitalhealth.leapvault.com 6 THE COUNTRY IS LOVING SMOKED MEAT Smoking meat is a science that requires accurate time and temperature control. The reason it is trending in the country can be attributed with the fact that it pairs well with beers. Krishnakutty’s The Smoke Co in Koramangala dishes out pulled pork smoked for 18 hours. They also have ham cured for one-and-a-half years, trending three month-old wine-cured beef and bacon cured for six months. Source: NRAI Find: zomato.com2x8xx
7 GIFTS FROM THE BIGSMALL.IN Bigsmall.in is an online gifting website that provides a wide collection of unique, quirky and unusual gift ideas to match every personality and relation. They have now resorted to revolutionize corporate gifting by making every gift one of kind and ensuring clients and their employees feel appreciated and content. With the festivities around the corner, one can choose unique gifts from this portal for anybody. Source: ptinews Find: bigsmall.in 8UNIQUE STATIONERY BY ORIGIN ONEOrigin One is a collection of everydaystationery and elevated basics made for thedesign loving global nomad. Sustainable,conscious and progressively new, eachproduct owns its individual identity. With amix of artisanal and machine madetechniques, the design-led product rangebalances functionality, durability and finequality. This is teamed with a unifyingcontemporary aesthetic.Find: originone.in x2x9x
TRENDING NOW 9 GREEN TEA INFUSOR BY CHAI POINT Chai Point launches one-of-a-kind Chai Bot which is a mobile infuser that’s the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Made with superior quality glass and stainless steel, the product helps you get your regular sips of healthy green tea, no matter where you are. The infuser bottle is available at Chai Point outlets only. Find: order.chaipoint.com 10 CRAB AND WINE FESTIVAL - MAHESH LUNCH HOME Mahesh Lunch Home has now become one of the most trending seafood restaurants. It has been hosting ‘Crab & Wine Festival’ for 12 years now. As a part of the festival, Mahesh Lunch Home brings 35 new dishes of Crabs from various coasts around the world along with an exquisite cellar of wines. Find: maheshlunchhome.com3x0xx
11 MISFIT BRINGS VAPOR SMART- WATCH Misfit brings the much awaited Smartwatch collection ‘Vapor’. Exclusively retailed on Flipkart.com, the trending Misfit Vapor is a design-forward touchscreen smartwatch. Consumers have access to built-in music, real-time location, activity tracking, and an optical heart rate sensor right on their wrist. Vapour provides an evolved, world class software experience to its users. Find: flipkart.com 12PHENOM BY PUMAThe Phenom is a high-intensity trainingshoe packed with serious specs. The shoehas been engineered for optimal traction,stability and quick response. Thelightweight construction and soft, snugcollar provide superior comfort on longerruns. Puma’s female ambassador, SelenaGomez acts as the perfect embodiment ofthis dynamic shoe.Find: in.puma.com x3x1x
TRENDING NOW 13 ORGANIC MAKEUP BY RUBY’S ORGANICS Organic is trending at the moment and everything from food to pet care comes in organic options. Ruby’s Organics brings organic makeup options dedicated to redefining the way women use makeup today. The brand additionally infuses the products with bio-active ingredients that will nourish and care for the skin. The intention is to turn makeup into value added skin-care. Find: rubysorganics.in/ 14 MAAZA GOLD BY MAAZA Coca-Cola India, one of the country’s leading beverage companies, has launched Maaza Gold, a premium mango drink made from the choicest of mangoes. The new variant of Maaza offers consumers a thicker and smoother mango drink. The product innovation is in line with the company’s steadfast commitment to provide more choices to consumers. Source: fnbnews Find: coca-colaindia.com3x2xx
15 HEADPHONES BY AUDIOLOGIS TECH- NICA Audiologis Technica has expanded its range of QuietPoint active noise-cancelling (ANC) headphones in India. This has been done with the introduction of the trending ATH-ANC40BT in-ear headphone and the ATH-ANC50iS and ATH-ANC70 over-ear headphones. With Audio-Techni- ca’s coveted high-fidelity sound quality, the noise reduction is up to 87%. The products come with a detachable cable with in-line mic and controls for answering calls and controlling music. Source: gadgetindia77 Find: Shop at amazon.in 16QTROVE: MARKETPLACE FOR UNIQUE,CURATED PRODUCTSQtrove is a curated market place that offersonly the best and unique products fromexclusive sellers. Based in Bangalore, Qtrovehas an array of products right from freshbakery goods to handmade soaps. It stands asa marketplace for curated products – whichare sustainable, are non-mass produced andwhat the insiders call as the ‘Q Factor’. Theseproducts are unique in nature and are noteasily available across the online spectrum.Source: blog.mart2webFind: qtrove.com/ x3x3x
TRENDING NOW 17 THE MAN COMPANY – ALMOND & THYME OIL Get that thick heavy beard you’ve always wanted with the specially formulated Almond and Thyme beard oil, made with all-natural ingredients. Packed with Vitamin E, this oil works to nourish and smoothen your mane, enhancing manageability and shine. The calming earthy scent of thyme has a relaxing effect on your body and also slows down hair fall and promotes hair density. Source: indianbeautyhub Find: themancompany.com 18 KINGSTON DATATRAVELER 2000 If you deal with sensitive information all the time and cannot risk having a portable storage device lost or stolen, encryption is your best bet. Kingston’s DataTraveler 2000 is one of several models that Kingston sells featuring hardware encryption, but the only one with its own physical keypad that makes it completely independent of host systems. Source: gadgets.ndtv Find: amazon.in3x4xx
19 XIAOMI MI AIR PURIFIER MAX The air purifier comes with ‘advanced mute technology’ giving it a noise level as low as 34dB (A) in sleep mode. Xiaomi claims the Mi Air Purifier MAX is suitable for large areas of up to 120 square metres. The Mi Air Purifier MAX also offers a longer filter life of 6 to 12 months, depending on usage. Source: gadgetindia77 Find: mi.com/in/air2/ 20DABUR’S READY TO DRINK FRUIT MOCK-TAILS – REAL MOCKTAILSDabur India Ltd, the country’s largestpackaged fruit juice maker, unveiled thelaunch of its first range of packagedfruit-based mocktails in a ready-to-drinkformat under the Réal brand. The RéalMocktails, specially crafted by professionalmixologists, marks another first for Dabur,which pioneered the concept of packagedfruit juices in India with the launch ofbrand Réal.Source: fnbnewsFind: grofers.com x3x5x
TRENDING NOW 21 ORGANIC INDIA’S PRODUCTS IN-LINE WITH HEALTHY LIVING Organic India, the country’s leading producer of organic health products, introduced five new organic products recently. The launch comes with a vibrant facelift for the brand packaging in line with their new communication, Healthy Conscious Living, that targets the health-conscious consumers, who aspire a new sense of conscious eating and healthier lifestyle. The brand has taken off multiple conscious efforts to promote Healthy Conscious Living through the wide range of organic products in the market. Source: fnbnews Find: Available online at https://www. organicindiashop.com/ 22 THE DEN HOTEL The Den, a state-of-the-art luxury hotel for millennials and globetrotters, was launched in Bengaluru recently. Located in the information technology (IT) hub of the Karnataka capital, it provides the right blend of service, luxury and quiet efficiency for business travellers and fulfils the requirements of the destination connoisseurs. Being inspired by global rich culinary legacy, guests can avail of an array of delicious dining options, with an extensive selection of cuisines. Source: fnbnews Find: More info at http://www.denho- tels.com/3x6xx
23 BRITANNIA’S PURE MAGIC DEUCE, MAIDEN BRIDGE PRODUCT IN BIS- CUITS Britannia Industries Ltd unveiled a super-premium, indulgent biscuit called Pure Magic Deuce. It marked the company’s into bridge products, an unprecedented product format, which is a lucrative and fast-growing segment within foods. The product, which consists of a dark, crispy biscuit with a slab of luxurious chocolate, bears testimony to the company’s commitment to drive innovations, deliver superior product experiences and become a total foods company. Source: fnbnews Find: More info at britannia.co.in 24ARGENTINE YERBA MATE AVAILABLE INBLENDS OF YERBA MATE & INDIAN HERBSArgentine Yerba Mate is available in uniqueblends of Yerba Mate and Indian herbs in theIndian tea market. It has the properties tobreak down fat and energise the body to ahealthy living. The brand’s objective is toreach homes in India. Brewing and blending itis an art and specialists have taken theinitiative to introduce different variants of thebeverage to Indian tea enthusiasts.Source: fnbnewsFind: iherb.com x3x7x
TRENDING NOW 25 ELICA PRESENTS RANGE OF HOODS WITH DEEP SILENCE NOISE REDUC- TION SYSTEM Elica, a global leader in kitchen hoods, has launched a range of aesthetic but simple, powerful and energy-efficient hoods with Elica Deep Silence (EDS3), a patented noise reduction system, that make them the sturdiest and quietest in the world. Those in the kitchen will be barely able to hear the sound at low speed and will notice no compromise in its performance. Source: fnbnews Find: hometone.com 26 AUTOWIZ CAR-TRACKING SOLU- TION AutoWiz is an advanced car tracking solution. AutoWiz App on the mobile combines with AutoWiz OBD (On-board diagnostics) GPS device in your car to make your car a smart car and you a smarter driver. One just has to plug AutoWiz device to the car and always stay connected to the cloud. Autowiz App connects to your car’s data in the cloud and brings you all the insights at your finger-tips. Source: Amazon Launchpad Find: amazon.in3x8xx
27 TRUSTBASKET’S TRUST BIN To avoid disposal of food waste, TrustBin has Introduced a compost bin. By using this, one can compost most of the kitchen food waste including fresh fruit and vegetables, prepared foods, cooked, uncooked meats, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, coffee grinds, tea bags, wilted flowers and tissues. With the Trustbin one also gets a composter “BOKASHI COMPOST MAKER” which is used around the world to manage food-waste through an anaerobic fermentation system. Source: Amazon Launch Pad Find: amazon.inGUITAR TRILLER - A NEW KIND OF GUITAR 28The Guitar Triller is a new hand-held accessory for guitarand bass players, carefully designed for striking strings in apowerful and expressive way. With three different playingpositions and dozens of useful techniques, the GuitarTriller goes beyond picks and fingers to introduce entirelynew sounds to your music. The Guitar Triller is built on thefoundation of control, comfort, and functionality to giveyou a world of new creative possibilities.Source: Amazon LaunchpadFind: www.amazon.in 29PLUM GOODNESS – EFFECTIVE SKINCAREPRODUCTSPlum – A beauty Brand offering natural anddelightful goodness for the skin. Founded in2013 this young and revolutionary beautybrand was created in a London design studiowith products designed in the EU. Plum offers100% natural beauty products which aretotally free of harsh chemical ingredients likePropylene Glycol, Parabens, Phthalates, DEA,PABA and SLS.Source: anamikamishra.comFind: plumgoodness.com x3x9x
WBN LOVES Kosmoderma brings the 3-in-1 OxyBrite treatment under the medi-facial range. Anupama Shivacharya steps in for an experienceA Healthy Glow Facials are great for the skin, however exfoliates, infuses, oxygenates and requested me to have a seat and the modern lifestyle leaves little time tightens the skin. handed over a medical history for one to spare and hit the salon. form. The lobby is done up in cream Between work, parties and weddings, Dr. Chytra V Anand is an with cane sofas, blue cushions heading to the salon is a luxury that Internationally renowned cosmetic and a carpet. many cannot make time for. Dr dermatologist and the founder of Chytra V Anand realized this and Kosmoderma. The clinic is dedicated The Treatment wanted to put an end to these woes. to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with As I finished filling out the form, I was She recently launched the OxyBrite international accreditation taken to a room where the attendant treatment which is the latest in and facilities. took pictures of my face to better Medifacials and has already been understand my skin type and the rated as a favorite among celebrities. First Impressions issues. After a quick examination of OxyBrite is a 30 minute all-in-one the pictures, the skin specialist on solution with no downtime. The facial I chose a weekend afternoon to drop duty discussed my skin, enquiring promises to help you look fresher, by the Kosmoderma Clinic in Lavelle about my health and lifestyle habits. younger, brighter and provides Road, Bangalore. As I walked into the Since I have mild acne, I was skeptical smoother skin. The treatment clinic, I was greeted by soothing about the results. However, the music and a friendly receptionist who specialist dismissed my fears and40
explained the OxyBrite treatment to me.I was then handed over to a therapist who would betaking care of the treatment. The therapist asked me tochange into treatment gown and later explained theproducts she would be using. She started with a gentleface massage and then proceeded to apply anutrient-rich brightening gel on the skin. The gel wasthen activated to release the active ingredients bymoving a special capsule around my face. The therapistexplained that the OxyBrite treatment generates achemical reaction producing CO2 bubbles which gentlyburst on the skin’s surface. As the bubbles broke down,it removed the dead skin, erasing finer lines anddecreasing pores. The capsule exfoliated the upperskin layer to renew the skin. I was told that the CO2helps draw oxygenated blood to the surface of the skinand makes the skin more receptive to the activeingredients. The process also helped increase thenutrition and detox skin while increasing theabsorption of active ingredients.Post the treatment, I was left with healthy glow on myface; my pores had reduced in size and my skin felt softand supple. About Dr V Chytra Anand Dr Chytra V Anand is an internationally renowned Celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist and the Founder and CEO of Kosmoderma Clinics. Her impressive client list comprises of prominent personalities from various walks of life. Her vision was to create a chain of skin and hair clinics that provide standardized, effective and affordable care. She is an expert in Cosmetic Dermatology Therapies dealing with acne, scars, skin tighten- ing and pigmentation, Injectables, Laser Devices, Hair Loss and Anti Ageing Medicine and is constantly invited as a speaker on expert panels at various conferences, nationally & internationally. She is regularly featured in the local television channels for her expertise on Cosmetic conditions for skin & hair.GOOD TO KNOW Address: Kosmoderma, 67/2, Lavelle Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001 Contact: 07676757575 Timings: 10am to 7pm Cost: `6000 x4x1x
WBN LOVESThe Gourmet Jar brings delicious gourmet condimentswith unique flavour combinations. Anupama Shivacharya tries a spoonful Jam-Packed! The Gourmet Jar brings gourmet inspired me to experiment with more The USP jams, preserves, mustards, relishes, flavours and they received positive savoury spreads and infused honey, reactions from friends and family as The products are handmade with all of which are 100% natural. well. It dawned on me that the Indian natural ingredients in small batches The products are made in jam market was synonymous with with an all-women team following the artisanal style with distinctive artificially flavoured, full-of-sugar artisanal style of production. The flavour combinations! and artificial colours. There was Gourmet Jar also boasts of unique nothing similar to what I was making; recipes – most of which the Indian Brand Beginnings interesting flavours made in an market has not seen before. The artisanal style, from fresh ingredients modern and contemporary When asked about how it all started, and no preservatives. So, I set up a packaging looks great on the kitchen Apeksha Jain, Founder, answers, “My Facebook page in May 2012, and shelf and the products make husband has a major sweet tooth, and started selling my preserves interesting gifts too. on a holiday in Burgundy, we tasted a directly to customers.” homemade banana jam at a small The Journey Bed & Breakfast which he absolutely The Clientele loved. Back in India, his reminiscing When asked about the journey, about that banana jam drove me to The brand caters to people who love Apeksha shares, “It’s been an make my own first batch and it came food and look for products that are incredible journey, starting the brand out great! His pleased reaction natural, unique and gourmet. from my home kitchen in 2012 and making all the products myself for42
two years, and now we have a 4000 sq ft facility in Noida 43 employing more than 20 women. We’ve gone from being a jam brand to becoming a condiment brand producing a range of products like jams, mustards, relishes, infused honey and savoury spreads. And the biggest change of all has been my husband leaving his job and joining me at TGJ to take it to the next level. It has been a journey with its fare share of ups and downs. However, the satisfaction of witnessing the growth has been incredible.” Hot Sells Some of the popular products are Fig Almond Conserve, Mango Jalapeno Preserve, Raspberry Strawberry Preserve, Red Pepper Relish, Walnut Cinnamon Honey, Wholegrain Mustard and Tomato Cranberry Relish. The most unusual combinations are Orange Mustard with deliciously tangy mustard containing chunks of orange peels and Smoked Aubergine Relish which comes smoky, sweet and spicy. The Experience Banana Rum Jam – The jam came delicately flavoured with cinnamon and a splash of dark rum and was not overly sweet. It’s the perfect accompaniment for pancakes, crepes and waffles or simply on a piece of buttered toast. Mango Jalapeño Preserve – My favourite summer fruit paired with spicy jalapeno peppers, the preserve was fruity with a mild spice and tanginess to it. The chunky preserve is a perfect accompaniment to soft cream cheese on a cracker. It can also be used as a marinade or as an ingredient for a sweet-spicy sauce. Red Pepper Relish - Made with slow-roasted bell peppers, the relish is perfect for sandwiches and can also be paired with cheeses and crackers. The sweet and spicy flavour makes it an ideal dip too. Fig Almond Conserve - A full-bodied preserve with figs, almonds and a hint of cinnamon, it is great with plain bread. The sweet conserve mostly tasted of figs. Orange Mustard – This mustard spread came tangy and pungent. It acts as great seasoning when roasting veggies or meat. It can also be added to marinades and dressings to give a spicy twist. GOOD TO KNOW Where to shop: www.thegourmetjar.com Cost: `249 to `375xxx
WBN LOVESArt Deco 1Q1 offers expansive Asian and & Peruvian menu with elegant Art Deco theme to match. Anupama Asian Shivacharya steps in for a taste 1Q1 is the newest restaurant in town promising authentic smoked balsamic vinegar and elderflower syrup stirred Asian and Peruvian fare. Set in the regal Indian Express together with Gordon’s gin. The simply presented drink Building on Queens Road, the name of the restaurant is came with complex flavours and complemented the dishes inspired by the same. It is derived from the number of served wonderfully. From the mocktails we chose Asian the building and pin code of its address - No.1, Queens Affair – litchi juice, pomegranate and galangal. The mild Road, Bangalore 1. taste of galangal made it refreshing and light. We also asked for the Blueberry Tango which came with First Impressions homemade blueberry puree, citrusy flavour from orange and lime combined with rosemary and a splash We chose to drop by on a weekend noon and were of ginger ale. immediately sold on by the ambience which was lovely and unlike any other in the city. As we entered, we notice What We Ate? the art deco themed green walls, high ceilings, glass pane windows, wooden tables and comfortable From the Small Plates section, We started with the Thai cushioned chairs. Spring Roll – vegetable spring rolls with a side of sweet chilli sauce which were a delight to bite into. Next up was The restaurant is partitioned into an elegant fine dining the Edamame with Chilli and Garlic – the simplest dish of area for a relaxed sit-down meal, a high-energy space the lot and my personal favourite of the day, the dish came that houses a stage, an oval-shaped island bar and an with green soy beans steamed in sea salt. The spice outdoor alfresco dining area where guests can sit by the teamed with garlic and the juicy soy bean was almost robatayaki grill. addictive, an example of how simple flavours can make bold statements. What we drank? We chose to have the Smoking Jazz which came with44
From the non vegetarian options, first up was the 45 Chicken Karaage – mildly spicy, juicy boneless chicken pieces, fried to crisp; the safest dish of the lot and everybody’s favourite on the table. We then moved on to try the dumplings and started with the Vegetable and Chives Dumpling – velvety soft, steamed dumplings stuffed with chopped lotus root, celery, carrot, chives and water chestnuts. The mild crunch from the vegetables was especially enjoyable. Next up was the Steamed Fish with Oyster Sauce – fish fillet wrapped in thin radish sliced and steamed. The Chicken Gyoza was a recommendation from the chef. The Japanese style chicken dumpling was filled with juicy minced chicken, scallion, soy and pan seared to finish. The sear gave an enjoyable textural contrast to the dish. We then proceeded to try the Sushi platter which came with Salmon and Unagi Sushi (Nigiri) served on sushi rice, Sashimi of Tuna, Scallops and Hamachi – all placed on a shiso leaf and sliced daikon and Salmon Avocado Roll. Each of the fishes were delightfully fresh and tasted of the ocean. This was followed by Nikkei Salmon Sashimi – Peruvian style, thinly sliced raw fish with lime leche tigre combined with sweetness from the passion fruit, crunchy sweet potato bits and sweet corn, all leading to an explosion of bold flavours in the mouth. We finished the meal with Massaman Lamb Curry which came with slow cooked lamb in authentic Massaman gravy from southern Thailand. This was served with Hainanese Chicken Rice – poached boneless chicken cooked in stock, served with sauce and broth, both made of chicken. Sweet Endings For dessert, we were served the Matcha and Raspberry Ice Cream with Meringue Cake – a meringue ice cream cake made with green tea, raspberry ice cream with hazelnut praline, pistachio crumble, raspberry coulis. The tart raspberry flavour combined with earthy matcha and nuttiness from the praline and pistachio crumble was a blissful end the meal. GOOD TO KNOW Address: 1Q1, No. 1, Express Building, Queen’s Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001 Timings: 12 noon to 1am Contacts: 080 4805 0101 Meals for two: `2500 for twoxxx
WBN LOVES How To Wear Move on from tuxedos and A Velvet explore the Velvet Dinner Dinner Jacket Jacket this season. Y & O46 gives style tips
The wedding season has finally arrived with its endlessinvites, be with from colleagues, friends or family. Someevents have a set dress code. However, it is always better tobe dressed right. Deciding what to wear may be a bit of astruggle for some. We teamed up with the stylists at Y & O toput together a guide on how to wear a velvet dinner jacket.Many would be tempted to reach out for the traditionaltuxedo. Instead get creative, step outside your comfort zoneand opt for a velvet dinner jacket. This will instantly add atouch of luxury to your overall look.If you’re looking for a velvet dinner jacket which offers asartorial look, one in a black will do the job perfectly. Keepthe rest of the outfit clean and neutral. If you’re looking toadd some colour to your look, a midnight blue, burgundy orbrown would be ideal.Cocktail parties provide a great opportunity to experimentwith colour as they are less formal when compared to blacktie events. A midnight blue velvet dinner jacket would be awonderful choice. Team it up with a navy roll neck, blacktrousers and black velvet loafers. This will add a touch ofsophistication to your overall look without seeming likeyou’re over dressed.If you want to be creative, a burgundy velvet jacket is a great your look and add some character to your jacket. It is crucialidea. This will add confidence to your overall look and make that the colour of your pocket square be different from theyou stand out from the crowd. Complete the look with a crisp colour of your bowtie. Go for patterns like paisley or choosewhite shirt, black trousers and patent black oxfords. a plain version in a white or navy.If you’ve been invited to a black tie dinner party or anexclusive party, this is your opportunity to go the whole allthe way. A black velvet dinner jacket would be the bestchoice. It offers a chic look and makes a change from goingfor the usual black dinner suit. Pair it with a crisp white shirt,black trousers and patent black loafers. Once you’ve decidedwhat you’re going to wear, it’s time to add the finishingtouches.Bow Ties For more information on how to wear a velvet dinner jacket or to discuss other bespoke dinner suits, suits, jackets,A bow tie is crucial as it gives your outfit some personality as overcoats and shirts give Y & O a call on 990-1111-795 orwell as sophistication. We recommend going for a more book an appointment at their Studio on Commercial Streettraditional look by choosing a bow tie made of the same using the Y & O Booking Tool.fabric as your jacket. GOOD-TO-KNOWCufflinks Address:A cufflink is another accessory you shouldn’t forget about, asit can give you an elegant look. When choosing cufflinks with Y & O - 75, Jansons building, Level-1,Commercialsemi precious stones for a formal event. Street, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001Pocket Square Timings : 10:30am to 9pmA silk pocket square is one of the simplest ways to elevate Contact : www.yandosuits.in x4x7x
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