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Antique diamond fetches $9.7 million

By: Fawad Khan, Uploaded: 16th May 2012

Antique diamond fetches $9.7 million GENEVA: Marie de Medici wore it at her coronation as Queen Consort of Henry IV in France in 1610, and now the Beau Sancy diamond is a lavish accessory owned by an anonymous bidder who paid $9.7 million for it at Sotheby’s auction. The spring auction season for jewelry and watches is upon Geneva, where...


Transparent house in Tokyo

By: Fawad Khan, Uploaded: 16th May 2012

Transparent house in Tokyo In a connected world where privacy is a valued, but diminishing part of daily life, home remains a reliable refuge. But here’s one home that intentionally strips away even that illusion for its inhabitants. In this nearly transparent Tokyo home, known as House NA, outsiders can see everything and everyone inside. Tucked into a quiet residential...


A love story that sparked a fashion empire

By: Fawad Khan, Uploaded: 9th May 2012

A love story that sparked a fashion empire Mention the name Missoni, and most think of a fashion empire that revolutionized textile patterns, spawned the no-bra look on the catwalks, and is now a global brand that designs everything from sweaters to sheets to hotels. But none of it would have happened had it not been for the 1948London Olympics, where one kind of...


Mathira: Another Veena Malik in the making?

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 11th April 2012

Mathira: Another Veena Malik in the making? KARACHI: The Pakistan Fashion Week, held in Karachi, has concluded but with a controversy. The controversy involving the notorious “koochie” “koochie” girl Mathira. Pakistan Fashion Week (PFW) Day 1 witnessed an event which saw Mathira’s top fall down while she was walking down the ramp. Now the issue that is rather inquisitive is that whether...


Dolce and Gabbana cannot work without each other

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 15th March 2012

Dolce and Gabbana cannot work without each other Dolce and Stefano Gabbana say they can’t work without each other. The design duo have worked together for the past 30 years – 23 years of those as a couple until they split in 2005 – and they admit they can’t see a future without their Dolce & Gabbana label. Stefano told the Financial Times newspaper: “The...


Jennifer Aniston’s shoes trashed by her new dog

By: AFP, Uploaded: 15th March 2012

Jennifer Aniston’s shoes trashed by her new dog Jennifer Aniston’s new dog is destroying her expensive shoe collection. The ‘Wanderlust’ actress recently welcomed put bull-mix puppy Sophie into her home and while she loves having the pooch live with her, she isn’t impressed that she has developed a taste for her designer heels. A source said: ‘Jennifer has been joking with her friends...


Artist designs golden snowboard boot

By: Farrukh Shabbir, Uploaded: 17th February 2012

Artist designs golden snowboard boot A New York based artist has designed the ultimate in winter bling- snowboard boots made of gold. Osamu Koyama spent two months crafting the unique footwear from his studio in Brooklyn, initially using wax molds. The boots were made for Nike and are customised with a combination of both brass and gold plating. They cost thousands of pounds...


China emerges largest jewellery market worldwide: report

By: APP, Uploaded: 17th February 2012

China emerges largest jewellery market worldwide: report China’s demand for jewellery grew in every quarter last year and became the largest single jewellery market worldwide for the second half of 2011, said a report. The World Gold Council has said China’s gold demand last year reached 769.8 tonnes, representing a rise of 20 percent year-on-year. The leap was a result of increasing need for...


Traction Alopecia: Hair Fall due to Constant Pulling

By: Javeria Nasir, Uploaded: 4th January 2012

Traction Alopecia: Hair Fall due to Constant Pulling There are many causes of shedding, from stress to chemotherapy, but 90 percent of hair loss is genetic and needs to be treated with medication. Traction Alopecia is a hair loss condition caused by damage to the dermal papilla and hair follicle by constant pulling or tension over a long period. It often occurs in...


A-listers pack Givenchy show in Paris

By: AFP, Uploaded: 3rd October 2011

A-listers pack Givenchy show in Paris Actresses and models including Liv Tyler, Juliette Binoche and Naomi Campbell packed the front row at Givenchy’s late night ready-to-wear fashion show in Paris on Sunday. US rapper Kanye West who Saturday launched his own fashion line in Paris the French rapper Joey Starr and the singer Ciara also turned out to see a spring-summer...


10 Absolute Essentials for a Man’s Wardrobe

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 19th September 2011

10 Absolute Essentials for a Man’s Wardrobe Fashion trends are constantly changing but despite this there remain some key pieces that form the essential building blocks for a wardrobe. Even though every man has different tastes and styles, these ten pieces are the guidelines to building the foundation for any man’s closet. 1. Dark tailored suit The first color that probably comes...


Angolan beauty wins Miss Universe crown

By: AFP, Uploaded: 12th September 2011

Angolan beauty wins Miss Universe crown Angola’s Leila Lopes became the new Miss Universe on Monday, edging out beauties from Ukraine, Brazil, the Philippines and China in the final as the pageant marked its 60th anniversary. Statuesque Lopes, 25, takes the on crown from last year’s winner Ximena Navarrete of Mexico. Ninety-eight young women took part in the contest in South...


Newyork ready to celebrate Fashion Week

By: AP, Uploaded: 7th September 2011

Newyork ready to celebrate Fashion Week The tenth anniversary of 9/11 will be on the minds of many New Yorkers this weekend. But fashionistas, designers and labels will have their eyes on the Lincoln Center runways for New York’s annual Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, which runs from Thursday through Sept. 15. “The whole mythology of the fashion world is looking forward,”...


LSM launches ‘Summer Magic Voil Collection’ 2011

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 27th June 2011

LSM launches ‘Summer Magic Voil Collection’ 2011 Lakhany Silk Mills (LSM) is proud to announce the launch of their Summer Magic Voil Collectio 2011, beautiful summer dresses with the finest quality fabric and reasonable prices. Since 1952, Lakhany Silk Mills (LSM) has travelled a long distance to achieve the milestone and market reputation as the pioneers of fabric manufacturing. LSM specializes in...


Bridal Couture week Pakistan

By: Umair Anwar, Uploaded: 24th April 2011

Bridal Couture week Pakistan Models presented creations by designer Zainab Sajid and designer Hajra Hayat on the 2nd day of Bridal Couture Week in Karachi on Saturday. The three-day Bridal Couture Week 2011 organized by Style360 in association with J&S began on Friday. The event is held in Karachi at the Expo centre and Indian Fashion designer J J...


Sonam’s too fashion conscious

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 1st March 2011

Sonam’s too fashion conscious Rhea and Sonam Kapoor are sisters with similar interests in film and fashion and we hear that the two are coming together for a project in which they will work again. Rhea was in charge of Sonam’s wardrobe in Aisha and now in Players and we also hear that they are planning to roll out...


Milan fashion awaits Chinese design boom

By: Reuters, Uploaded: 28th February 2011

Milan fashion awaits Chinese design boom Chinese designers will drive catwalk trends more than deep-pocketed Asian buyers as China’s creativity becomes fashions’ next big thing, top fashion executives and designers said at Milan fashion week. Chinese newly-rich fueled a record year for sales at luxury goods makers such as LVMH, with designers such as Ralph Lauren, Ermenegildo Zegna and Prada drawing...


Milan abuzz as Fashion Week kicks off

By: AFP, Uploaded: 23rd February 2011

Milan abuzz as Fashion Week kicks off Glitterati, hawkish buyers and fashion-savvy writers flocked to the Italian capital on Wednesday for the start of Milan’s glamorous Fashion Week. After London and New York, fashionistas flew in to see over 66 designers on show on 76 runways, including an exclusive few who will show off their collections on catwalks in front of the...


London Fashion Week showcases Middleton’s designer

By: AP, Uploaded: 19th February 2011

London Fashion Week showcases Middleton’s designer Royal bride-to-be Kate Middleton’s favorite designer Issa London was basking in the spotlight Saturday on the second day of London Fashion Week. The label was showing its new collection, with interest at fever pitch ever since Middleton announced her engagement to Prince William wearing one of its slinky silk dresses. The U.K.-based label, Middleton’s go-to...


I don’t follow fashion trends: Kate Moss

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 16th February 2011

I don’t follow fashion trends: Kate Moss She is considered one of the most stylish women but supermodel Kate Moss says the secret behind her much-talked-about look is that she never follows fashion trends. The 37-year-old catwalk stunner feels every individual should be comfortable in their own skin to look stylish, a magazine reported. “I never ‘dress up’. I wear things that...


Long or colourful; overcoats rediscovered

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 2nd February 2011

Long or colourful; overcoats rediscovered As the capital goes through one of its coldest winters, many are discovering the charms of the overcoat, an accessory once consigned to the bottom of cupboards and pulled out only for hilly holidays or snowcapped destinations abroad. Men are flaunting it with formal suits, women are wearing them with trousers, suits and even saris...


Clothes can add inches to your height

By: Umair Anwar, Uploaded: 17th January 2011

Clothes can add inches to your height Salma Hayek and Nicole Richie both are not tall, yet they are so stylishly turned out. Their choice of clothes and shoes often help them add extra height to their looks. Here’s what you can try: - Women with short heights should avoid cuffed trousers. - Avoid long flowy anarkali kurtas and also loud flashy...


Kate Moss wants to set up modeling school

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 21st December 2010

Kate Moss wants to set up modeling school Catwalk queen Kate Moss is considering setting up a modeling school. The supermodel is planning to take aspiring Mossites under her wing and teach them how to look good in a snap. “I think I could definitely open a modelling school,” she said. “Kate`s Modelling School? Moss`s Models? Put Moss`s Models down! You need to...


Victoria’s Secret models stretch wings on runway

By: AP, Uploaded: 1st December 2010

Victoria’s Secret models stretch wings on runway Pair of wings to the backs of many models can make them even taller than their long, lean stiletto-wearing frames normally do. Lily Aldridge, Candice Swanepoel and Erin Heatherton are the newest to win Victoria’s Secret “angel” status reserved for its top models, and that means they got some of the best outfits to wear...


Modelling not just about cutness

By: Monitoring Desk, Uploaded: 20th November 2010

Modelling not just about cutness A new study uncovers the decisions that happen behind the scenes of the glossy photos and slick commercials in the modelling industry. Stephanie Sadre-Orafai, a University of Cincinnati assistant professor and socio-cultural anthropologist explored how casting agents consider race, the transformation of appearance, balancing fantasy and truth, and selling an image, plus how that process...


India adopts Pakistani fashion

By: Umair Anwar, Uploaded: 12th November 2010

India adopts Pakistani fashion Indian designers has adopted Pakistani style at Ludhiana fashion show. Designer Charu Parashar showcased unique outfits in combination with Pakistani styles at a three-day long fashion extravaganza in Ludhiana. Actress Mahi Gill walked the ramp in Pakistani-style Indian wear. “I am sure people would love it and would like to see more fashion shows in...


 

 



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