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Jewels Shine in the capital
By Khalid Ansari (fashioncurryfeedback@gmail.com)
A showcasing of four exquisite exhibits of couture jewelry at AKM Mehrasons was an ornamental delight. The event conceptualized by Somya Khurana, the collections were aptly titled The Benaras Collection, The Jharokha Collection, The Marigold Collection, and The of Life Collection. |
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| The Benaras Collection is an attempt to capture the timeless multi-layered essence of Benaras and to interpret it for today’s generation. The collection seeks inspiration from Benarasi brocades and other enduring symbols. |
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| The Jharokha Collection features opulence and grandeur. The motifs of the Jharokha subtly blend like a silhouette on to each one of our modern day designs. With smoothly-finished round accents, the fine diamond slivers help fashion an inimitable style of mosaic. The pink gold chosen for the collection recreates the old glory of sand stone. |
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| The Marigold Collection lends every event an air of piety and auspiciousness. And its colour is a deep orange – the colour of renunciation. Over fifty Marigold petals were cast in gold and discarded, until the final eight were found which form the base of their Marigold collection. |
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| The Tree of life collection reflects the yearning for our roots, where each piece is a uniquely contemporary interpretation of ethnicity. Each piece is testimony of the quest for that ultimate feeling of contentment. |
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Alcott's Spring Summer Collection 2010 |
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| The sensational Italian bestseller of smart casuals, Alcott, unveiled its new Spring Summer Collection for 2010. Since its launch in 2008, Alcott has has impressed and intrigued the market with inspiring trends and fashionable designs. |
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| The Alcott Spring Summer collection, 2010, has novel designs for both men and women. The men's Alcott collection has strong impressions from the college and rugby world with unique intricacies like vintage treatment of embroiders to make the collection an impressive one. The t-shits have been drenched in colors reflecting the themes of seas, waves and surf. The dedicated color themes with meticulous details ensure fashion with practicality. |
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| The collection for women has been divided into four distinctive lines: Safari, California, Rodeo and Glamor 80. The Safari collection highlights an assortment of natural and casual colors from military green to violet, yellow to cocoa and orange to beige in natural materials linen, crochet and cotton jersey. 'California' is a concoction of colors, a rather bright one. The clothes are light and bright where the dull colors like sand, gray and white have diligently been combined with pastel shades of pink, green and blue to suggest the spirit of summer. |
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| The rough and tough 'Rodeo' is suggestive of Cowboy culture. The denims have the new sand effect while the tops and skirts have been provided with San Gallo's laces for decoration. 'Glamor 80' brings back the mood of the rock and roll with dynamic style and the sophisticated look. The accessories including bags, shows, belts and scarfs make the Alcott Woman for the Summer of 2010. |
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A meal of Gold – rich in taste and texture
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Amira Foods (India) Ltd, the leading basmati rice retailer of India launched Amira Pure Basmati with its pearly white texture and delightfully long scimitar shape to enhance the art of dinning and introduce luxury in food.
The rice is the purest form of basmati one can come across.
Pure basmati is different from other rice primarily because of its aroma and elongation post cooking. No other rice has this combined characteristic.
The post cooking elongation of more than twice its original length, the aroma and its sweet taste has made basmati rice a delicacy.
Amira Pure Basmati makes a treat for the eye as the fluffy grains expand double its size when cooked, while staying distinct and separate that slowly melts once it is taken inside the mouth.
Nurtured by nature and perfected by science, these grains remain untouched by hand.
Amira Foods, with an endeavor to bring to its customers the appetizing aroma, visual appeal and unmatched taste of authentic basmati rice has launched Amira Pure Basmati, which will be available across India. |
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| The Taj Mahal Hotel, Mumbai, was high on electricity as it witnessed a glittering night of fashion, glamour & sophistication. A preview of the Spring Summer Collection 2010 by Lavin, Stella McCartney and Moshchino by KITSH Kouture set the air ablaze while the power couples of Mumbai looked on. The 'I am She' Miss Universe 2010 contestants showcased the collection which added to the charm of the mesmerizing evening. |
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The evening saw the crème de la crème of the city attending the event in their great grandeur such as Farha & Aqueel Khan, Sushmita Sen, Queenie Dhody, Atul & Gayatri Ruia, Natasha & Adar Poonawalla, Chaya Momaya, Tania Deol and many more.
The elegant favorites in the collection included dresses with hand painted roses in vibrant colors by Stella McCartney, the suit with pearl trim by Moschino and the flowy jumpsuits from Lanvin. |
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"We have come a long way in the last few years when it comes to International designer brands. What was once just a whim or fancy while flipping through international fashion magazines are now available in India, a far cry from 10 years ago. This event not only has the element of luxury but also the essence of elegance, grace, poise and charm."
Charu Sachdev (CEO, TSG International Marketing Pvt Ltd) |
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A New Fine Dining Destination in the E-City |
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| The air was electrifying at the relaunch of Connexions Bar and Aloro restaurant at the Crowne Plaza Bengaluru Electronics City, a landmark hotel of the Intercontinental Hotels Group. Celebrating a new menu and a new beginning, the party saw a number of food lovers feast on the Italian pizzas and the free-flowing wine. |
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| The party was attended by quite a a good number of foreigners and local celebrities, who were all praise for the cocktails and the Italian delectables. The Aloro will be featuring authentic Italian cuisine with ingredients that will be home grown and some that will be ordered exclusively from Italy. The Connexions bar and Aloro restaurant plan to regularly feature an assortment of specials including ‘Wine Tasting Evenings’, Pasta Bar, Tuscany food festival, Wine Flights & ‘Make your own Pizza’s’ amongst others. |
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Renowned hotel Jaypee Vasant Continental came into collaboration with the Columbian Embassy in the last week of April to celebrate 200 years of Colombian Independence with the First Colombian Gastronomic Festival 2010.
the event was held at Eggspectation at the Vasant Continental.
Established chefs Patricia Soto and Edgar Mora from Colombia whipped up a mouthwatering range of delicacies using conventional recipes and contemporary serving styles.
With taste bud tantalizing offerings such as the Muss de maracuyá con biscocho de aguardiente(Passion fruit mousse soaked in anise flavored sponge) and Potato empanadas, accompanied by a range of exotic natural juices, the festival was truly a gastronomic delight.
The festival was also marked by vibrating music, stunning dance performances and a truly Colombian setting. |
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