Fashion Around the World Series: Sweden

Stockholm Fashion Week

An all leather look done right. Sexy and chic!

Stockholm Fashion Week

I was drawn to this look because of the sweater. It is so bright and the shape is perfect!

Stockholm Fashion Week

Loving the pattern of this dress. Perfect for a tropical getaway.

Stockholm Fashion Week

How amazing are these pants? Gorgeous!

Stockholm Street Style

The fur jacket is stunning and the bag makes the outfit pop.

Tilda Lindstam- Street Style

Isn't she darling? Adorable dress and that bike is so cute!

Fashion Blogger- Elvira Lagerstrom

Loving this layered look. My favorite parts are the handbag and scarf.

Julie Roberts on the cover of Elle Sweden.

Isn't Julie's dress stunning? The detailing, fabric and shape is simply amazing. This would be perfect for a bohemian or vintage wedding.


This week's fashion around the world series is on Sweden. Sweden's fashion is unique, on trend and they are not afraid to be bold and daring.

One of my favorite fashion bloggers is from Sweden. Her name is Amanda and her blog is named Style Gossiper. She is a fashionable high school student that inspires me to step out of my comfort zone and try new things. She wears the most creative and fun outfits. You can read her blog, HERE.

What do you think of fashion in Sweden?


Always,

Himalaya Herbals Kajal

After using Lotus Kajal and the famous - Maybelline's Colossal Kajal for a while, I decided to give Himalaya Herbals Kajal a try . .

Kajal is very typical in Indian Makeup since the ancient times. Kohl or Kajal was majorly applied by the women in India - Besides women, small children and men also use to apply it as a protection from eye ailments.

Kajal use to provide relief from the sun's glare and was believed to ward off bad luck !!!It was traditionally prepared home - Of course now you can pick up kajal from any place.

So that's enough History of Kajal - Now coming back to our review - Today I will be reviewing Himalaya Herbals Kajal. It is surprising but I had not tried this kajal uptil now -- The first kajal I picked up belonged to Lotus Herbals and later I got hooked onto Maybelline's Colossal Kajal.

So when my package from Himalaya Herbals arrived, I was pleased to see this kajal in it. After trying this kajal for two weeks now - I am at the better position to review this product --- So here is my take on Himalaya Herbals Kajal

PRODUCT: Himalaya Herbal's Kajal
PRICE: 110 INR
QUANTITY: 2.7 gms

What the company claims? 
Enriched with Almond oil that nourishes your eye, keeps them cool and makes you look fresh and bright.

Ingredients:
Almond oil, Castor oil, Camphor, Damask Rose and Triphala.

Direction for use:
Apply the kajal within the lash line.    

The blackest of all kajals - Swatch of one swipe

Rub it once and it fades :( 

What I like about the Product:

The kajal was indeed - Blackest of all the kajal's I have used so far. I loved the texture of the kajal as it goes on very smooth on my lower lash line and even on the upper eye lids.

The first thing I noticed when I applied the kajal was the cooling effect it had on my eyes. The camphor in the kajal is responsible for cooling effect it leaves when applied.

This kajal is indeed nourishing for your eyes when I look at the ingredients it has - Almond oil and castor oil is good and nourishing for your eyes. Castor oil helps in growth of eye lashes. Damask Rose helps in preventing over straining to your eyes. Triphala acts as an anti-inflammatory substance.

The product comes in a very handy - travel friendly packaging. The quantity is also nice - will last longer and won't get over that easily.

The only thing that bothers me is the staying power of the kajal... It gets smothered and smudges your eye area very easily.

I would recommend Himalaya Herbals to work on a smudge proof kajal which would be a BIG HIT !!

How many of you use this kajal ??? 

Please note: Product sent by the company's PR for consideration. 

Polyvore Outfit of the Week- Shopping at the Mall

Shopping at the mall is a weekly hobby that I do, whether it is just window shopping or heavy duty shopping. Wearing an outfit that is chic and comfortable can be a little hard as you don't want to look frumy and too casual. Always wear jeans because if you want to try on a top you don't have to hunt for bottoms to pair it with. Wear a loose or easy to get off top so that you don't have to fumble with buttons, extra fabric around the neck, etc. Don't wear too much jewelry because it will soon become annoying removing those necklaces and rings so that you don't snag the new clothing. I like to sometimes wear my hair up or down with a headband or pinned back so my hair is out of my face. That way my hair doesn't get in the way. Wear a watch to keep track of time. Often sales only go to a certain time during the day- especially early bird sales.

And don't forget to wear flats. Obviously because you don't want your feet to tire too soon. Also they are easier to take on and off when trying on shoes. Carrying a tote will give you the option to carry your goods instead of tons of bags.

What do you wear while shopping?


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Get Your Glam ON !!!!

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From casual to career wear, Monroe and Main offer attainable styles that are on trend but never trendy, with distinctively feminine details. Best of all, you don't have to sacrifice comfort for style. They choose apparel that features ultra-feminine styling with a relaxed fit. 

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I am very excited to be a part of this event - Are you going to be there ????

Lakme Fruit Moisture - Winter Care Cream with Honey and Avocado

With Winters upon us and the increasing dry weather - My skin has started welcoming rough patches and the stretchy feeling, So I started using Lakme's Fruit Moisture Range.

The first thing I have been using is this winter care cream which has Honey and Avocado.
Read on to find out how did this cream worked on me --

Product: Lakme Fruit Moisture Winter Care Creme SPF 9  Honey and Avocado

Quantity: 50g

Price: 150 INR

Claims: 

Lakme Honey and Avocado Winter Perfect Day Cremem with Nutritive Moisture Technology is a blend of 4 Hydrating Agents, 1 Essential Vitamin and 1 Anti Oxidant.

This luscious blend of honey and avocado with SPF 9 soaks into your skin's deepest and driest layers giving you Moisture Boost.

Moisturized skin protected from the winter sun.

A perfect creme dor daytime application.

Usage:
Use everyday over cleansed skin for optimal results. Suitable for all skin types.

Caution: 
Avoid contact with eyes. Wash your eyes thoroughly with clean water in case of eye contact.

My Experience with the Product:


This creme comes in tub like packaging with a twist top cap. Lakme 's Fruit Moisture Range is inspired by that fluid lines of the ingredients and Hence it has changed the packaging of the products to better suit the theme.

I quite like the sleek packaging of the product.

The first thing I noticed when I opened the product was the fragrance of the creme - which is chiefly a blend of avocado and settles down with a hint of honey.

The moment you apply the creme onto your skin, your filled with the aroma of the product which instantly refreshes you.

The texture of the cream is so light -  it just glides onto your skin and is absorbed easily.

The creme does a fantastic job of keeping your skin moisturised for hours.

SPF 9 is provided to protect from the sun's UV rays - I think SPF 9 is not enough for mumbai's heat so I need to apply sunscreen separately.

Love it or Chuck it ?
Love it ... This cream is perfect for winters... will work great with dry skinned people... Oilies be careful with the quantity of cream you apply on the skin to achieve perfect result.

Please note: This product was given by the company's PR for consideration.

Eniko Mihalik for Harper's Bazaar November 2011

Now that Halloween is over now we all can look towards Christmas. This editorial just screams winter and Christmas time. I am loving all the fur and beautiful detailing. The second to last picture is just precious with the puppy and that glamorous fur jacket. The cape in the fifth picture is stunning and would be the perfect outwear for any holiday party. I have been eying fur hats and the one in the third picture just makes me want to get one even more! Gorgeous!

Don't you agree this editorial is just simply stunning?


Always,

The SAKS Experience

I had the privilege to get a haircut appointment at SAKS Hair and Beauty Salon which is newly opened in  Bandra. Read on about my Experience with SAKS ....  

About Saks

In 1974, Saks opened their first Hair Salon in Darlington, England. Since then, they have become a unique and colourful brand and are presently the largest brand of salons in the U.K. A Saks salon is synonymous with quality and has a brand image that has brought high colourful fashion and ‘Saks appeal’ to the ‘real woman’. Their stylists were the first to win all major hairdressing competitions in the U.K and they continue to lead the way in new methods of training, its applications and standards. 


Saks is the only hairdressing training company in the U.K to hold the coveted ‘Beacon Status’, awarded only to the best in all fields of U.K industry. They have won many other top accolades including Nationwide Salon Group of the Year, UK's Best Training Provider, British Hair and Beauty Customer Care Awards, British Franchise Association Franchise Awards, Best Corporate Marketing Campaign, Top Training Scheme, Best Local Marketing and Top Local Training Development. 


Saks continues to win Industry awards for business in the U.K. With more than 190 high street salons in the U.K alone, they are one of the biggest names in the industry of hairdressing and style.

In India

Saks is present in UK, Italy, South Africa, Dubai and now have landed on the Indian shores to win many more hearts. With the flagship salon in Bandra (W), Mumbai, they are planning to go to Delhi and then to Bangalore in the coming two years. 

My Experience with SAKS: 


The whole experience was very nice. The salon is very unique with all white interiors and super premium ambience that instantly makes you forget all the worries and indulge yourself in little "ME" time.


They offer exclusive services and treatments and they use only Kerastase products for hair treatments; renowned U.S brand ‘Young Blood’ for make-up and Elemis for their beauty and spa treatments. This helps them in maintaining their quality even further.

They are introducing Saks royalty room in India, where one can do all their treatments in the luxury of a private room. This has been specially introduced for celebrities and their VIP clientele.

Saks offers a 360-degree solution to all hair related issues. With a Cosmetologist and Dermatologist present in the salon, a customer can avail all the care she needs under one roof.

I got a chance to get consultation and haircut done from Mr. Naeem who was kind enough to give me insights and tips for hair care. Then followed the whole protocol of - hair wash, hair cut , blow dry and setting. 

The overall experience was very nice and I am very happy with my new haircut !!! I thank Naeem for suggesting me this style and giving me tips on maintaining my tresses.... I will surely consider your tip of getting Highlights done :) :)


Enjoy the pics .....

BEFORE 

AFTER 

SAKS Intend to expand in India in coming future....Please check out their Blog Here and Facebook page Here.

Getting There:  SAKS Salon, Waterfield Road, Opposite to Red Box Cafe, Bandra West.


Please note: The service was offered by the company's PR for consideration.