Beauty and the Blogger : Winner Time!!

Hello ladies,

How are you today on this very rainy day? I hope you are indoors enjoying your cuppa :) So we'd been waiting for the Grand Finale of Beauty and the Blogger to know who actually won the series we had so diligently been following. And finally the episode was uploaded last evening.

Now like every finale episode this too had some fun build-up before the winner was finally revealed. The grand prize was being the Face and Social Ambassador of American Swan, a cash prize of five lakh rupees, a grand stay at the Corinthians in Pune and one lakh rupee vouchers from American Swan! Wow! That's not all there was also a CQ (Cool Quotient) Award presented to the coolest beauty and blogger of the season.  

So before the winner was announced, there was a quick precap and some fun footage of the the three finalists and their journey so far. The video also had a cool integration with Mania Ki Duniya (a popular channel on Youtube) wherein the concept of beauty and the blogger was explained in a their signature manner.

To watch all this and of course know who the lucky winner was, check out the video right here :)

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Colorbar Perfect Match BB Cream Review

Hello my lovelies,

Hope you'll are having a good mid-week holiday thanks to Eid :) If you follow FOMO videos on our Youtube channel, you would've seen, due to humidity we've been on the lookout for something lightweight for the face, so we decided to try out Colorbar's Perfect Match Beauty Balm in the 'White Light' variant as this one is for the fair toned complexion. We've used it for about two weeks now and are ready with our thoughts on the product, so read on :)

The product is packaged in a rectangle carton inside which is the BB cream in a flat off white and skin colored squeezy tube with a silver screw cap, good enough to carry in your bag. It comes in three variants if we are correct, for fair, medium and dark skin tones.

Now coming to the BB cream, the texture isn't very runny, it blends in easily and has no fragrance, which is good for people with sensitive noses. It has a slight cooling effect on the skin. The BB cream gives a smooth, even toned, satin finish, making the face look natural and healthy. If you have an oily skin, you'll love it but otherwise you'll need to use a moisturizer before applying the BB cream to avoid making the skin look patchy.

It provides medium coverage but if you have major imperfections and blemishes you will need a concealer. The BB cream stays on for about 5-6 hours, one touch up in the day is required which is not bad at all. Also it didn't cause any break outs or allergy. Another great thing is it provides decent sun protection having SPF 20 and is also paraben free. Yay!!

Lastly coming to what matters, the price! It's priced at Rs. 550 for a 29 gms, which might be slightly expensive if you are looking at it for everyday use.

Pros :

- Available in different variants for different skin tones
- Blends easily
- Provides even tone
- Natural and healthy look
- Good staying power.
- Decent coverage
- Great for oily skin
- Doesn't cause break outs
- Has SPF 20
- Paraben free

Cons : 

- For dry skin, need to use a moisturiser before applying.
- Slightly expensive

Verdict : 4/5

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P.S. We also tried out the Pond's White Beauty BB+ Fairness Cream you can check out the review here, in case you missed it.

5 Must Have Free Fashion and Beauty Apps!

Hello girls,

Admit it or not we girls love clothes, shoes, makeup etc...I guess it's just in built, comes from within :) We could spend hours in a store and not get tired. But most of us don't have time for that.  But thanks to smartphones, life isn't all that bad. We started going through fashion and beauty apps on our phone and we must say that these apps are real life & timer savers! So today we are going to share with all you lovelies the best fashion and beauty apps according to us so that you can stay stylish wherever you are.

Top 5 Fashion Apps

1. Pose : It's a superb combination of social with fashion. You can follow your favourite Pose members and view trends from your favourite designers. You can also save items to your collections to purchase later. That's right, it also lets you purchase items right through the app, making it an all-in-one fashion app, if you want it to be.

This app is available on iTunes and Google play

2. Style.com : We completely love this one. To go to the source of all the fashion news, show reviews and images, this is a must have app. It even boasts of an extensive archive that goes back to autumn/winter 2000. In between fashion weeks, the app keeps you posted with interviews, beauty news and trend pieces. It keeps you updated on the current and past trends of fashion.

This app is available on iTunes

3. Trendabl : Trendabl is a social network just for fashion fans. It allows you can upload a photo, filter it and tag it to allow users to browse photos by categories such as skirts, swimwear or shoes. It’s easy to operate and offers a lot. If you are an Instagrammer, you will enjoy this.

This app is available on iTunes and Google play.

4. ASOS : ASOS is a fashion and shopping app targeted towards younger adults, both male and female. You can keep up with the latest fashions and buy thousands of items directly from the ASOS app. Just want to look around a little but not ready to buy right now? Add your stuff to your bag and then pick up where you left off on your computer later. All your data syncs to your ASOS account for access anywhere. If you're in your 20s and want an easy place to keep up with trends and shop all in one, check out ASOS, it is available on iTunes and Google play

5.  Cloth : Having a tagline “unlock your closet,” this app promises to be the virtual wardrobe catalogue. You can archive looks from their closet, categorize them (everyday, evening, work), and share with others. Cloth simplifies the daily dilemma of what to wear, especially if your closet is overflowing with clothes.
This app is available on iTunes and Google Play.

Top 5 Beauty Apps

1.       ModiFace : It has the technology of giving you a virtual makeover. All you need to do is upload your picture and you could try different makeovers, face lifts, change your eye color, hair style and color change, nails… the possibilities are endless! 

This app is available on iTunes and Google play

2. Pretty in my pocket : Similar to Pinterest, Pretty In My Pocket has endless inspiration photos from expert bloggers and makeup artists, many of which are tagged with the products used to create the look. Besides browsing, you can read reviews from influencers, scan product barcodes for more info on a specific item.

This app is available on iTunes and Google play.

3.  Beautylish : Get  step-by-step video tutorials (doesn't mean you ignore FOMO ;) and trend recaps to product reviews from real customers. It has too many helpful features to inspire you to try a fresh look or invest in a new product. And in case you want to do the latter, you don’t even have to leave the app. 

This app is available on iTunes and Google play.

 4. 77 Looks : This iPhone app organizes all beauty videos in one place so that it is easy to navigate through all of the videos based on what you are looking for. If there are hair, makeup or beauty videos that you want to save and try out later, you can save it to ‘My favorites’. In addition to endless ‘how to’ videos, you can interact with bloggers, style experts, and other beauty fans. This app is available on iTunes.

5. Total beauty : With so many products available in the market  it is hard to make the right decision and to add to that beauty products don't come cheap. If you are tired of purchasing a product just to found out it's a total disappointment when you get home, Total Beauty is just the app for you. Before going shopping for a new blush, mascara, or eye shadow, get your Total Beauty app on and read unbiased reviews on more than 45,000 products, only glitch being it's most of international brands but it's helpful nevertheless. This app is available on iTunes and Google play.

So we hope these apps help you as much as they help us and if you know of any other fun and interesting apps do let us know in the comments section below. Until next time keep it stylish, check us out on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and subscribe to our YouTube channel, FOMO Fashion On My Own. xoxo

The Grand Finale : Beauty and the Blogger

Hello girls,

In today's blog we are going to discuss the Grand Finale of Beauty and the Blogger, India's first of it's kind web-based reality show.

After the under water task,  obstacle round and hollywood night, it's time for the finale night. Clearly the beauties and the bloggers have come a long way, testing themselves and their partners.

The final round on the grand finale night required the teams of beauty and bloggers to show their talent. The teams had the option to perform individually or with their partner. Besides Cyrus and Anusha, the newest dance sensation, Loren Gottlieb was the judge for this round.

While some show cased their dancing talent, some their humorous side, some their rapping skills, singing skills while some other their acting talent .

Over all we thought it was quite an entertaining webisode, watch the video and let us know who according to you was the most talented. Also at the end of the episode you can catch up on the final scores as to who is leading in this race of beauty and the blogger. The final winner based on the show points and total video views will be announced shortly.

That's it from our side, stay connected with FOMO on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube. xoxo

Decode Your Favourite Game Of Thrones Hairstyles With Toni & Guy

Flaunt your Allegiance to the Seven Kingdoms!

“Our watch has ended.”

It has been a riveting two months and it’s going to be an agonizing wait for Game of Thrones season 5. The show that took the entire world by storm and had even us, in Mumbai reiterating catch phrases like “Winter is Coming” in spite of Mumbai not having seen a decent winter in eons!

There is so much we will miss about the show, from Tryrion Lannister’s circumstantial sarcasm, Oberyn Martell’s exotic Dornish accent (and his even more exotic mistress), our Khaleesi’s three dragons and of course, to Jon Snow knowing nothing!

The gorgeous women in their extravagant clothes and intricately done hair are a treat for the eyes. We asked Mark Hampton, Global Brand Ambassador, Toni&Guy HairMeetWardrobe to decode these hairstyles just so we girls can keep the Westerosi spirit burning bright!

Disclaimer: We haven’t picked these women on basis of them being our favorites or next thing you know, George R.R. Martin will have them brutally slaughtered. 

1. Margaery Tyrell

This ambitious girl from Highgarden will not let anything stand between her and the crown, be it her first husband’s death at the hands of a mysterious apparition or the more recent poisoning of her second husband, the infamous Joffrey Baratheon. She knows what she wants and she will fight for it tooth and nail, although she conceals it behind a façade of innocence and chirpiness. We love how her loose braids complement her risqué attire while retaining her innocence at the same time.

Do-it-Yourself

- Wash your hair before going to bed. Blot excess wetness with a towel.

- Apply TONI&GUY HairMeetWardrobe’s SMOOTHING DETANGLER to condition your hair     prevent unruliness or frizz

- Braid partially damp hair and leave it in overnight.

- In the morning, loosely pull out braids, untangling them gently with your fingers

- Take the top front sections of the hair on each side and twist away from the face, to the back of the head and pin in place.

- Take larger sections from the temple and twist back, pinning it parallel to the bottom section.

- Spritz unpinned hair with TONI&GUY HairMeetWardrobe’s SEA SALT TEXTURISING SPRAY to recreate the texture and body reminiscent of Margaery Tyrells perfect waves.

- Repeat on the right side.

You are now ready to take on the conniving Cersei Lannister!

2. Sansa Stark

The quintessential damsel-in-distress, you still can’t find the heart to pity Sansa Stark. You laughed at her when she tearfully crooned that she wanted to have Joffrey’s babies, you hated that she sold out Arya and Nymeria to the King and you stared at her in cold fury as she survived when Robb and Catelyn Stark didn’t. However, what you can absolutely not hate are her beautiful auburn waves that seem to be her only crowning glory.

Do-It-Yourself: Sansa’s hair is one of the simpler hairstyles featured throughout the series which means it's one of the quickest looks to recreate.

- Spritz TONI&GUY HairMeetWardrobe’s HEAT PROTECTION MIST to damp hair to help protect against damage and breakage caused by heat styling. 

- Blow-dry, using your fingers to separate the hair. 

- Section off some hair above the ears and braid it loosely downwards.

 - Repeat on the right side and use a transparent elastic band to secure the two sections of hair. 

Look pretty as all the boys fall for your naïve charm!

3. Ellaria Sand

We fell in love with Oberyn’s gorgeous paramour at first sight. What’s there to not love about her? Her smooth olive skin, black hair and dark eyes along with her regally tantalizing clothes could give any Westerosi princess a run for her money. We could also listen to her talk in that delightfully suggestive accent forever. However, what really made us drool over her are her carelessly tousled curls which further encapsulate her outright irreverence for all rules. 

Do-it-Yourself

- Apply one or two drops of TONI&GUY HairMeetWardrobe’s SHINE GLOSS SERUM to slightly damp hair to control frizz and flyaways for ultra-smooth curls.  Work a pair of tongs lightly on damp hair.

- Brow dry hair thoroughly. Remember to never use a curling iron on damp hair.

- Spritz TONI&GUY HairMeetWardrobe’s HEAT PROTECTION MIST to damp hair to help protect against damage and breakage caused by heat styling

- Heat up the curling Iron. Start with sections at the bottom of the head and work up. Use smaller sections to create Ellaria’s tight curls

- Once done, use a hair spray to prevent the curls from unravelling.

Smirk nonchalantly as all the boys try to unravel the mystery that is you.

4. Arya Stark

We’ve been rooting for this one since Season 1. We adored the relationship between Jon Snow and Arya Stark, we grinned when she poked fun at Sansa and we agonized over how close she was to being reunited with her family at The Red Wedding. But guess what? Grungy, rebellious Arya Stark needs none of your mercy as she embarks on her solitary journey to Braavos across the Narrow Sea.

Do-It-Yourself: Arya’s style is one of the quickest and easiest to imitate, provided you have short hair. Also, unlike Arya Stark, you would be required to wash and condition your hair regularly. Try not to roll around in grime and mud too much, as well.

- Wash your hair with TONI&GUY HairMeetWardrobe’s SMOOTHENING SHAMPOO and CONDITIONER to make hair more manageable and easier to style. 

- Blow-dry straight in case you hair curly or wavy hair

- Use a fine-toothed comb to get those inward bangs.

Get ready for your water dancing lessons with Syrio Forel!

5. Daenerys Targaryen

We’ve saved the best for last! Looks like hair-wise, we do have a favorite! Our Mother of Dragons braves the sweltering Essos heat, leads a revolution against the slave cities and consorts with dragons while effortlessly maintaining hairdos fit for a queen. This two-section do indulges the young girl in her and asserts authority at the same time. We also approve of her wearing blue for the most part of the show as it resonates perfectly with her blue-blooded Targaryen status. Way to go, girl!

Do-it-Yourself:

-Before styling, use TONI&GUY HairMeetWardrobe’s MOISTURISING SHINE SPRAY to create weightless shine and long lasting smoothness that is synonymous with Daenerys’ hair.

- Take a large section of hair from the top of each side of the head and Dutch braid** it back.

- Tie braids together into a ponytail at the back of the head.

- Take another section of hair on each side and Dutch braid it backwards.

- Tie braids together and include the ponytail from the first braids.

**A Dutch braid is the same as a French braid, except each section of hair is braided under rather than over.

Brace yourself for a dance with dragons!

Style and Glamour at Beauty and the Blogger

Hello my lovelies,

Hope you'll are doing great. In one of our previous blog posts about Beauty and the Blogger, we mentioned about how the beauties and the bloggers finally got to let their hair down at the Hollywood night, a red carpet event. Well let me recap a little because before that some of the lucky beauties got a chance to get their hair done by Tresemme's hair expert, Daniel Bauer.

Since we totally dig new hairstyles, we saw this episode with some added interest to know what the expert had to say and share.

So Daniel transformed quite a few beauties into total Hollywood divas that night. He made a good observation which even I am guilty of that Indian women tend to shy away from experimenting with their hair and just leave it long. He suggested going for soft curls or waves for a more romantic look and play with texture.

We feel Daniel did complete justice with all the beauties, giving them hairstyles which went with their personality, face structure and at the same time made them stand out.

Check out the video here to witness the behind the scenes of the red carpet event and tell us who's hairstyle did you love the most.

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Lakmé Absolute launches Gloss Range

The next big trend in ‘skincare’ – GLOSSY SKIN!

Dry skin and a dull complexion can make you feel quite like a scaly dragon during the day. Stressful weather and work conditions make it even more difficult to maintain the luminous, dewy skin that we associate with a healthy lifestyle and the precious years of youth. Gorgeous, fresh-faced, Glossy look is the next big trend being spotted on runways around the world.

Our experts at Lakmé skincare says:

So what's the trick for getting dewy-looking, non-greasy skin? It’s simple really! Just give your powder-based products a pass and opt for gel or water-based options instead. 60% of your body is water and so the    answer to that glossy, dewy skin is adequate hydration!  

Perfectly hydrated skin locks in the moisture and finally improves the water-holding capacity of the skin making it extremely lustrous. The Lakmé Absolute Skin Gloss Range is lightweight, smooth and glides easily on the skin, giving an effortlessly glossy look that lasts through the day.

Follow the 3-step regime to create that heavenly Gloss on your skin and flaunt the season’s hottest look!

Step 1: Start your day with a Gloss serum as a first step toward the gloss regime. The aqueous veil present in the serum contains mineral laden glacial water that highlights the natural sheen of your skin that hydrates and gives a glossy finish.

Step 2: Wear a light weight Gel – Crème through the day as it hydrates your skin from within giving it a glossy look on the outside

Step 3: Use a leave-on, overnight mask as a last step in the gloss regime, just before you retire for the day. The deep-drench action in the mask moisturizes skin overnight so you wake up to fantastically glossy and hydrated skin.

So, now that we’ve helped you crack the code to gloss, it’s time to stop blaming life’s challenges for dull skin. And yes, don’t just sip on that extra glass of water, treat your skin to effective hydration every day.

CloseUp Diamond Attraction Launch Event

Hello my lovelies,

Hope you'll are having a great weekend. I recently attended a blogger's meet for the launch of CloseUp's Diamond Attraction, a new toothpaste co-created with cosmetic dentists. It was a fun event and I got to meet my fellow bloggers. Let me tell you all about it :)

Snapped at the entrance, all smiles :)

The first thing that caught my attention was the fun GIF photo booth complete with whacky props!

The event started with the charming host, Khushboo Grewal handing out sashes to the bloggers matching their personality or so I would like to believe coz I got #InstaHotness ;) Check out moi.

See I wasn't kidding!

After that some fun activities followed like Guess That Smile, Guess What's In Your Friend's Bag, Wear A Scarf In As Many Ways As You Can and Most Whacked Out Selfie which were all one minute activities. And I even won a prize in one of them...no prizes for guessing which one :D

Host Khushboo checking out our whacked out selfie

And here's the winning selfie! Me with my partner in crime, Stephany:)

And that's what I won for the selfie 

We then proceed to why we were all actually gathered there, the actual launch of the product which was done with full pomp and show. Staying true to the product name, it's launch was also in an almost diamond studded fashion with pretty ladies treating us to a dance performance which left us truly amazed. See for yourself. 

Launch of CloseUp Diamond Attraction

Launch of CloseUp Diamond Attraction

Then the Brand Manager explained the concept behind CloseUp Diamond Attraction made with Blue Light Technology, giving you visibly white* teeth in 1 brush.  

We were then taken to booths for live demonstration of the product where a string of pearls (which we were were told are like our teeth) were dipped in the new Close Up Diamond Attraction solution for a minute and the results were there for all to see. There was a visible difference, no two ways about that. 

Testing the pearls

The rest of the evening was spent eating, drinking and posing away :)

Blue was definitely the colour of the evening

With fellow bloggers Sarang and Shanaya :)


And here's what the nice people at Close Up gave us :)

My Close Up Diamond Attraction Box

My Close Up Diamond Attraction Box

So that was the end of my eventful night and blog post, hope you guys enjoyed reading. Stay connected to FOMO on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube :) XOXO

3 in 1 Look : Beauty And The Blogger

Hello girls,

Next up on Beauty and the Blogger is the '3 in 1 look' which had to flaunted by the beauties of course and the bloggers had to aesthetically capture it all. What is the '3 in 1 look' you might ask? Well let me tell you.

For Look 1 which was the wet look, the models had to look sexy, giving their best to the camera in spite of being wet. Anusha gave the beauties some good tips like mascara dripping is a big NO NO, make sure to work out some beautiful wet hairstyles and basically go waterproof.

For the 2nd Look, the beauty and the blogger team had to do a whacked out selfie. From black lips to geeky look complete with glasses to pouting, the teams did it all to look as whacked out as possible.

And finally for Look 3, which was oomph, the beauties had to exude oomph and look sultry for the camera. The beauties used lounge chairs, shiny disco balls and what not as props.

So check out which beauties made love to the camera and which bloggers managed to successfully capture in this video from Beauty and the Blogger!

Stay connected with FOMO on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube. XOXO.   

Beauty And The Blogger's Hollywood Night

Hello girls,

My today's blog is about the Hollywood Night, Beauty and the Blogger's red carpet event. So after a dirty and sweaty day due to the obstacle task, the beauties and the bloggers get a much deserved break in the form of this event where they get to doll up and party with Cyrus and Anusha.

So as expected the beauties being beauties looked stunning but not to be left behind were the bloggers who matched up well in terms of style and glamour with the beauties.

Also some of the beauties got the privilege to get their hair done by Daniel Bauer, Tresemme's hair expert. Daniel did a messy updo like Deepika Padukone and Jennifer Lawrence on one of the beauties, another got a high sophisticated updo and finally a romantic updo for the third model.

Anusha even rewarded one girl as the Lakme Best Dressed Model and two lucky girls won a Tresemme hamper for the best hairstyle.

So watch this video to know who wore what and tell me who was your favourite Beauty and The Blogger team?

For more on FOMO, stay tuned on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube. XOXO

Get a Dazzling White Smile Instantly with New Closeup Diamond Attraction

Mumbai, July 2014: Several minutes in front of the mirror to hide that blemish, settle that messed-up fringe, decide on the right earrings and yet something seems amiss! But add to this a dazzling, confident smile and all seems to be right with this world. Oral care brand Closeup understands this well and their brand new offering will make you want to smile again and again!

Close Up Diamond Attraction

Over the years, Closeup has established itself as a brand that brings people together by giving them the confidence of fresh breath. With new Closeup Diamond Attraction, the brand now enters a

territory that few other toothpaste brands have ventured into, that of instant beauty. Co-created with cosmetic dentists, Closeup Diamond Attraction is a revolutionary toothpaste that makes use of patented blue light technology which works instantly to make teeth whiter, and over time it continues to work to give you a whiter, brighter and more radiant smile. Closeup Diamond Attraction is all you need to get an instantly white smile, anywhere and anytime.

Commenting on the launch Atul Sinha, Category Head, Oral Care HUL said, “We believe Closeup Diamond Attraction will be a game changer in the category as it transcends from oral care into the beauty space, and leverages on the growing trend of involvement in the beauty segment. Co-created with cosmetic dentists, new Closeup Diamond Attraction is proven to give visibly white teeth from the first brush itself.  It is a must-have for new age beauty kits.” 

In the era of instant gratification, instant messaging, super fast uploads and on-the-go beauty products, now get the perfect smile instantly with Closeup Diamond Attraction. Whether you need to make a lasting impression at a party, at work or anywhere for that matter, Closeup Diamond Attraction adds to your beauty quotient. It gives you a dazzling smile which compliments your entire look whatever your style may be. So now don’t just smile…dazzle away!

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Beauty And The Blogger : The Obstacle Course

Hello my lovelies,

Finally it's the weekend again. It's been quite a hectic yet interesting week full of events plus I shot some cool vlogs...lot's of celeb inspired videos which coming up soon on my Youtube channel, so stay tuned.

So I decided to catch up on where I'd left off on Beauty and the Blogger, India first web reality show pairing a model and a blogger.

So after the underwater task it's time for the obstacle course having 4 levels which tests the co-ordination and commitment of the model-blogger team towards each other.

Level 1 is a ramp walk where the tables turn and instead of the models, the bloggers have to walk the ramp but since it's an obstacle course, it's obviously not going to be without obstacles!

The next level requires the models to burst balloons tied to a rod with their mouth using a pin. They need to jump and perform this task seamlessly as the balloons are tied at a height.

Up next another task for the bloggers which requires them to squeeze through tyres of various sizes, the obstacle here being the smallest tyre sizes possible!

And finally the last level of the obstacle round requires the models to collect flags, sounds easy right, only it's in a pool of mud, then wash themselves clean and change into clean clothes, get gorgeous with make up et all and transform into a beauty again in 10 minutes!

So if all this sounds interesting to you and you want to see the beauties and bloggers go through the grind, here's the video, Enjoy!

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The Most Luxurious Page - Palladium's Official Facebook Page Launch

Hello my pretty ladies,

Today I had a rather early start to my day as I was invited for the launch of Palladium's official Facebook page.

OOTD : Black & White Striped Dress : H & M, Shoes : Forever 21 and Bag : Tommy Hilfiger

But before starting here's my customary on the way selfie ;)

Early bird :)

Even though the luxurious mall is slightly late to jump onto the social media bandwagon, they made sure to do it in style. Let me tell you how.

In order to make the launch more interesting, Palladium came up with the innovative idea to build their Facebook page LIVE! Literally!

For this luxurious event they had installed 'life size' Facebook walls with interesting posts like 'If Palladium were a woman, how would she dress?' , 'Define your personal style in this space.' 'If you had to revamp your shoe wardrobe, which ones would make it to your list?' etc.

And the invited mix of fashion/beauty bloggers, had to curate content by picking items from various luxury brands like Jimmy Choo, Diesel, Burberry, Steve Madden, Micheal Kors, Canali etc. which were at display. So cool right?

Check out the all the goodness we got to choose from...

Brands to choose from

And some more...

And here are pictures of the done up walls of Palladium's official Facebook page, courtesy bloggers!

Wall 1 of Palladium's Facebook Page

Wall 2 of Palladium's Facebook Page

Wall 3 of Palladium's Facebook Page

The post curated by moi :)

And the event ended on a sumptuous note!

I hope you guys enjoyed reading this post. Do check out Palladium's official Facebook page coz it surely is the most luxurious page!

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Nail Care + Contest!!!

Hello girls,

As you all know, I keep trying out different nail arts and love experimenting with my nails. Because of this it had become very essential for me to follow a nail care regimen to keep my nails from breaking, chipping and getting discoloured. So today I’ll be sharing with you some self care measures that I use to keep my nails healthy.

• Protect your Nails - Our nails are very delicate and prone to injuries. So make sure you do not use them to perform tasks that will damage them. For instance, while cleaning utensils wear rubber gloves as the chemicals in the soap can cause great damage to your nails as well as hands. For toenails, make sure you wear shoes that have space for your toes to breathe and if you wear closed shoes most of the times then keep your nails short to avoid any friction and breakage. 
• Keep your Nails Hydrated - It is very essential to keep your nails without any nail polish from time to time as it allows your nails to breathe. Keeping polish on constantly can remove the natural moisture off your nails and make them look dull and discoloured.  I usually apply a polish and remove it in a week and then keep my nails bare for a few days before applying any other polish. If you do apply nail polish regularly make sure you apply one which is acetone free so that it doesn’t make your nails dry. You can also try applying moisturizing creams or petroleum jelly to make your nails look nice and shiny. And most importantly, drink plenty of water to keep your nails well hydrated. 
• Nutrition for Nails - Even your nails need nutrients to grow well. Try including food items that contain protein, zinc, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin D, and vitamin E and calcium in your daily diet to help nail growth. I try including apples, cucumbers, eggs, garlic, grapes, nuts, onions, soy, salmon, and whole grains in my day.
• Keep your Nails Clean - Make sure you keep your nails dry and clean at all times as wet nails tend to break easily. All you girls who love long nails should make sure you clean your nails well as dirt accumulated in the nails can increase the risk of infections. Wear clean socks to protect your toenails from any infections. Trim your nails regularly to avoid overgrown nails that tend to chip or break.

Following are the simple steps I take for my nail care :

• After taking a bath, I ensure to dry my nails completely, specially the inner corners.
• I apply a nourishing cuticle cream twice a week and clean it after 20 minutes.
• Buff my nails once a week to improve the blood circulation.
• Soak my nails in a solution of diluted vinegar once a week. Vinegar helps in making your cuticles soft. 
• Give myself a manicure and pedicure at home to thoroughly clean the nails once every 10 days.

Remember:

Don’t keep your nails covered with nail polish all the time. And if you do apply nail polish regularly invest in some good quality brands to ensure they don’t damage your nails.

And trust me; healthy nails look great, if well-groomed.

I hope these tips will help you all. Do let me know if you have any other tips for keeping your nails healthy in the comments section below; I’d love to know them.

P.S. - If you too are a nail-art freak like me have a look at my nail art videos here
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs0h8QvK3z2228qVzRIU14t-mWvkA6wnN 

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How To Ramp Walk Courtesy Beauty And The Blogger

Hello my pretty ladies,

Hope you are having a good weekend. In an earlier blogpost I'd mentioned how I was hooked to this web-based reality show called Beauty and the Blogger, in case you missed it, you can read it here. It's the weekend and since I have time on my hands, I was catching up on the show.

What I really like is that besides showcasing fun tasks, it also has something to teach. I came across this episode which teaches you how to ramp walk. It features celebrated fashion choreographer, Norden Sherpa who teaches the contestants how to sizzle on the ramp. And since I'm a model myself, I found this video quite helpful, teaching about body language, posture, poise and most importantly how to make love to the camera!

There actually was a considerable change in the before and after ramp walks of the models. Check it out for yourself, I'm sharing the video link below.

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LFW Model Auditions + Lakme's Face of the Year announcement

Hello my pretty ladies,

For those of you who aren't from Mumbai, monsoons have finally arrived and we got a pretty good dose of Bombay ki baarish yesterday and it's continuing today. I was happily cooped up in my room with my cup of chai, what did you guys do?

Before you stop reading and think it's a blog on monsoons, let's get started :)

So today, on this rainy day I was invited to Lakme Fashion Week's Winter/Festive 2014 model auditions and I decided to go.

One hour to reach, got nothing to do, let's take a selfie ;)

Finally braving the traffic and rains, I reached the venue and to a roomful of leggy lasses. The judges for the event were Rocky S, Anaita Shroff, Carol Gracias and Colston Julian.

Judges for LFW 2014 Model Auditions

The models were divided into various groups

And so began the ramp walk!

And presenting the selected models for this year's LFW!

Selected models posing with the judges.

Finally meet Aisha Sharma, Lakme's Face of the Year. What do you guys think of her?

 

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