Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2017 i Cosmopolitan India

WHAT A MONTH IT’S BEEN... We just concluded the second edition of the Cosmo Beauty Weekend, and I’m lotion-ed and potion-ed out—in the best way! The Cosmo team and I got to hang out with our favourite bloggers, readers, and influencers, and spoil ourselves with all the amazing products from some of our favourite, beauty brands (it was lovely having you with us, #ISAACWellness, #Pond’s, #O.P.I, #OrganicHarvest, #VI-John, and #Palmer’s). But in the midst of all that primping and preening, I noticed something special—that there’s nothing quite like a shared love to bring women together. Over the course of three days, complete strangers became good friends while discussing hair heroes and hot, new nail colours. Previously wary women confessed to the pressures they feel to meet society’s standards of beauty,…

“I ALWAYS CANCEL PARTY PLANS IF I KNOW I DON’T HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO GET PROPERLY DRESSED, PUT MAKE-UP ON, AND LOOK MY PRETTIEST. FASHIONABLY LATE DOESN’T EVEN BEGIN TO CUT HOW LATE I GET, SO IN MY DEFENSE, INSTEAD OF KEEPING PEOPLE WAITING, I PREFER TO JUST CANCEL ON THEM.” —JUHI V., 21 GUYS CONFESS “The morning after a big night-out at university, I woke up to find that someone had spread peanut butter on everyone’s door handles. Half-angry, half-amused, I eventually realised the culprit was me...after I found a jar of it in my room.” —ROHAN S., 27 “After a dry spell, it finally looked like I was going to get lucky, so I messaged my friends on group chat saying, ‘I’M HAVING SEX TODAY’. The reply, ‘You know…

Chances are, your Insta feed has at least a few Lycra-clad stunners in it. Social-media fitness stars have been steadily growing in popularity; the top five alone boast a combined estimated 37 million followers. Some are legit trainers, but super-flat abs don’t necessarily indicate credibility when it comes to dispensing diet advice. Despite that, lots of women are eating up the info, often paying upward of ₹10,000 for meal plans and recipes. Because if a fitness pro looks that hot, she must know the keys to weight loss, right? That type of reasoning comes from a concept called the Halo Effect—when we take someone’s success in one area and apply it to another. It’s why many people trust celebs for medical advice and why, yep, a tonne of us take…

DO IT WHITE If understated glamour is your thing, this colour (uh, non-colour) is just your ticket into AW. Plus, it adds a whole lot of chic to almost everything—from comfy casuals to tailored formals. LEATHER LOVE The leather watch is a classic, and we don’t mean your grandmother’s one. This season, leather has been upgraded with a whole lot of colour and texture to give your ’drobe that extra edge. TWO FACED A metal strap watch is a must-have, much like your everyday pair of jeans. And mixing up the metals is a great way to add an element of luxe to your outfit. Plus, they have a unique way of transforming the most basic looks.…

Florals for Autumn are actually quite grounbreaking. And a pretty backpack like this will take you from Pilates to a party without batting an eyelid. Adidas Originals, ₹2,999 ...and then take me out of the gym and on the road, please! A cute, cross-strap plus neutral tones = just the right amount of look-at-me. Mango, ₹3,590 For a more astronaut-suit vs inside-ofa- candy-wrapper take on your sterling silver hue, this Apollo 13-ready baby is just the ticket. Reebok, ₹4,999 Slogan straps are burgeoning on big— get yours before the mainstream catches a whiff. Plus: extra points for the motivation. H&M, ₹699 If you love animals, rescue them...and, you know, wear their teeth-baring grins on your gymwear. Not conventional, but definitely cute. Gucci, ₹80,100 Because you don’t have to go roundrolled…

GET STANDOUT BROWS LIKE CARA WE ASKED CELEBRITY BROW ARTIST JAZZ PAMPLING, WHO HAS SHAPED THE BROWS OF NAOMI WATTS, FOR HER TOP TIPS. Cosmo: What’s the secret to the perfect brow shape? Jazz Pampling: “Just accentuate what Mother Nature gave you, rather than trying to create a shape your brow is not capable of.” C: Should we go to an expert or can we DIY? JP: “Seeing a professional to start you off with a shape is a great idea. Once I’ve shaped a brow, I show my clients where to tweeze and where not to tweeze, so they have confidence to groom at home.” C: Your top tweezing tip? JP: “Don’t try to create perfection. Pencil in your brows before tweezing so you can clearly see the shape…

1 THE SIDESWEPT FRINGE Difficulty 2/3 “This fringe will help add width to a narrow face,” says Roi Nadin, Head Stylist at George Northwood Salon in London. “Hair needs to be smooth, manageable and sleek, and you’ll need a steady hand with those scissors.” Always do this cut when hair is wet. Make a side parting on the opposite side of where you want your fringe to fall, then grab the section of hair you want as your fringe. Pull that down to the tip of your nose and across the opposite side (so the same side as your parting), and snip. Don’t worry if you get a tad scissor-happy and cut too short—putting in a middle parting will make hair fall into the perfect full fringe—yeah, we know. We…

The little signs of ageing that start to turn up as you get older are tell-tale—the sun spots, the slight sagging of your skin, the fine wrinkles that start to appear. It might seem like there’s no way around them, but that’s not true. Ageing gracefully (and beautifully) is a very real possibility when you have the two things that are every woman’s best friends: the right regime and the right products for that regime. A beauty regime is something every woman perfects for herself over the years, but that simple, diligent routine of creams, serums, and cleansing milks can make a world of difference. And that’s where the second part—the products—come in. With Oriflame’s NovAge range, you can meet your changing needs in the skin ageing journey. Doing your…

TWILIGHT SPARKLE A gorgeous metallic finish gives this blue-and-green shadow an otherworldly look. Prep lids with a primer—it will enhance the colour of the shadow and give you a smooth, mirror-like finish. Give lashes a serious boost with single lash extensions and lengthening mascara. GOOD TO TRY MAKEUP REVOLUTION Fortune Favours The Brave 30 Eyeshadow Palette, ₹1,950 DIAMOND TIARA This is probably our favourite festival look right now—because what’s a party without glitter confetti? Dress up your forehead with a dusting of glitter, then scatter bigger pieces of glitter across it. (They stick, we promise!) Sweep an icy pink across lips, and dust the top lip and Cupid’s bow with glitter for a pretty effect. GOOD TO TRY COLORBAR Feel The Rain Twinkling Glitter in Dewy, ₹500 SWEETIE BELLE Silver…

How pretty are these Monarch Earrings by Outhouse, ₹14,500? I don’t do bracelets a lot, but I like how smart and simple this origami bird bracelet by Vasundhara, ₹5,900 is. This horse pendant necklace by Bansri, ₹3,200 is exactly the kind of thing that goes with everything. These bird motif earrings by Mrinalini Chandra, ₹ 7,000 are my idea of kitschy-cool. How can you go wrong with tiny elephants?! Statement earrings by Aditi Bhatt, ₹3,605.…

A Plaid Suit BABY-BAG IT Welcome to that elusive perfect occasion to wear a microbag—just choose a hue that tallies (but doesn’t match) your checks. GO OFF THE GRID Doubling up is done best by having one, non-checkered somethin‘ in the mix. A sexy bralet (à la Bella) is bang-on, because this tricky little b*stard doesn’t blend easy with everything. CIGAR-SHARP LEGS With a big print like monochrome plaid taking over your body, a busy silhouette is a no-no. Enter the long-legged lines of high-waisted cigarette pants... FACE GAME: CHILL We’re talking nude lips, slicked-back hair and rose-hued lids (throw in some Lennon sunnies for extra swag). The idea is to let your outfit shine—and it’ll do that less with bold, red lippie and winged eyeliner. BLAZER BASICS Your inner,…

The age-old advice to dress for the job you want, and not the one you have, may have roots in more than simply how others perceive you. Get this: studies now prove that clothes can affect your mental and physical performance. To put it simply, fashion can up your IQ! There’s no doubt that clothes can change the way we feel—some give us confidence, while others can dial up the ‘sexy’ quotient—but beyond that, they hold the power to actually change the way we think. Remember all those chick-flicks where a makeover completely changes your life (think Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada)? In a study, Adam Galinsky, a professor at Columbia Business School, gave 74 students three options: wear a doctor’s coat, a painter’s coat, or just look…

THE DRAWING BOARD Choose a classic, solid hue for your base bag and you can let your inner OTT run free. Capucines PM, Louis Vuitton, price on request CHARM SCHOOL Whoever said charms were for eighthgrade friendship bracelets? They’re the pretty, delicate add-on accessory that’ll give your bag a little feminine, erm, charm. Champagne bottle charm, ₹5,490, spade charm, ₹3,990, monkey charm, ₹5,490, all Kate Spade SCARF FACE Think of your scarf collection as your new, custom bagstrap collection. You’re welcome. Printed scarf, Salvatore Ferragamo, ₹32,000 STRAP ON Throwing on a kitsch-AF long strap as an add-on isn’t just good for extra cool points, it’s useful for anytime you need to get sh*t done, and toss your bag over-the-shoulder/out-the-way to do it. Artemistrap, Christian Louboutin, ₹73,500…

RASEEL GUJRAL ANSAL FOUNDER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR, CASA PARADOX AND CASA POP “All the things on my basin represent me, in a nutshell. If you couldn’t already tell, I’m a pinkaholic. It’s my go-to colour...along with gold. Hence the pink Dolce & Gabbana clutch and the gold Dior bag. What’s not to love about them? They can spruce up any old pair of jeans, and I’ve taken them to lunch, as well as a spontaneous night-out. Pink, the colour of the moment (among millennials) has a strong presence, without being distracting. My favourite look, however, is when I pair the pink Victorian, embellished bag with a dress (or even a sari in fact) with the matching Dolce & Gabbana sunglasses. My accessories show a feminine and more social side of…

1. YOUR SIGNATURE SIP GIN AND TONIC TRY 1: ISSEY MIYAKE L’EAU D’ISSEY PURE A fresh, chill blend of aquatic and cashmere notes, and the bottle is a classic in the making. ₹6,700/90ml 2. YOUR SIGNATURE SIP GOLD RUSH TRY 2: DKNY NECTAR LOVE This honeycomb-jasmine mix is equal parts sweet and sophisticated—like the hot toddy’s cooler sis. ₹6,300/100ml 3. YOUR SIGNATURE SIP SPICY MARG TRY 3: CK ONE SUMMER Pepper and lime notes give off a sassy vibe. ₹3,750/100ml 4. YOUR SIGNATURE SIP PIÑA COLADA TRY 4: ESTÉE LAUDER BRONZE GODDESS Splashing on the coconutscented fragrance instantly transports you to a poolside party. ₹6,100/100ml 5. YOUR SIGNATURE SIP ROSÉ SPRITZER TRY 5: RALPH LAUREN ROMANCE SUMMER BLOSSOM As versatile as the fruity-floral bev, it’s perfect for brunch and a…

Cosmo: How can we get a great brow with make-up? Michael Ashton: “Product cocktailing gets the best results. Start with a brow gel before you go in with the pencil; it gives the pencil something to adhere to. Then, using feathery strokes, mimic hair to get the shape.” C: Where do we need to fill our brows? MA: “Most women need a lift in the upper corner and at the ends. Use a flat, rounded eyeshadow brush to apply shadow through your brow to soften the pencil marks and join the hairs together. You want it to look full but still soft.” C: Adele is a modern beauty icon, partly because of her winged eyes... MA: “I did eyeliner on Adele the first time I met her, and we’ve done…

1 Having sex with your partner means a wham-bam routine that never varies. Ever. □ True □ False 2 When you look at yourself in the mirror before heading out, you never pause and think, ‘Damn, I look good tonight’. □ True □ False 3 If someone superattractive grazes your arm as they pass by, you never catch yourself thinking, ‘What would it be like to kiss you?’ □ True □ False IF YOU ANSWERED MOSTLY TRUE, then let your mind be aroused more often. Your sense of sexual adventure has taken a nap, but actively conjuring up things that turn you on can boost your excitement and self-confidence. IF YOU ANSWERED MOSTLY FALSE, then bravo! You’re already sensually engaged with the world around you, and you’re aware of how…

VIRGO (AUGUST 23–SEPTEMBER 22) Stellar gifts: You are ultra-organised and totally patient. Friends rely on you to keep their worlds in order. Blind spots: Your perfectionism can sometimes be a curse! Try to stay tuned into others’ perceptions. Indulgence: Decadent spa days and wellness treatments. Seduction style: Your high IQ and brainy banter draw fascinating sweeties into your life. For you, love is a marathon—not a sprint. Your month: With a host of planets in your sign right now, you’ll be kicking *ss this month! Don’t be afraid to stand centre-stage, when a surprising dude could sweep you off your feet. The New Moon in your sign on the 20th brings about the perfect time to set sky-high goals for the rest of the year. Libra (SEPTEMBER 23–OCTOBER 22) Focus…

THE COOL-AF KALKI “Kalki is one of the most interesting actors working today, in my opinion. She seems anything but cookie-cutter. I really enjoyed her interview—and her dancing around with those puppets showed a funnier, more relaxed side to her, which was fun.” —Dhvani Kataria GETTING MY GLOW ON “I thought Anything Glows was a great story because the whole idea of getting a natural-looking glow is rather elusive. On a different note, I thought Does He Only Love You When You’re a Damsel in Distress? was great—I have a friend who’s in a relationship just like this!” —Ridhima Rai (MULTI)COLOUR ME HAPPY! “The Rainbow List was the kind of story I think we really need right now. As a bisexual women, I find it distressing that it’s not addressed…

Fed up of flying economy? Want to rub shoulders with both the Beckhams and Branson in the first-class lounge? It might be time to flip your holiday reading habits and use all that time to expand your mind with a book that’s a little more business than bonkbuster. Legendary billionaire Warren Buffett estimates he spends up to 80 percent of his day with his nose in a book— and we’re guessing it’s not Bridget Jones’s Diary. But what exactly are the top career women flicking through en vacances? We asked, they answered. Your beach bag just got a whole lot heavier. The Book Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang The Boss Arianna Huffington, Co-Founder of The Huffington Post “The message is right…

1. GET AN AMPLE DOSE OF VITAMIN C “I eat oranges every day to boost my Vit C levels. They keep me hydrated and get me through the day with unparalleled energy—with the vigorous routine that I have, I need to stay on top of my game all day long. I either eat the fruit or have freshly squeezed orange juice for breakfast, following it up with two eggs, two slices of turkey bacon, and a slice of wheat toast with a little jam. What I love about the fruit is that besides keeping me energised all day, it also keeps my skin glowing.” 2. KEEP TABS ON MY ‘DAILY STEPS’ COUNT “Walking is a great form of cardio and I make sure that I track my daily steps as…

1 Metallic Autumn/Winter 2017 looks set to be a shiny one, so have your own rocket-man moment with these dazzling beauties. Jazz up your all-black eveningwear formula with a flash of metallic, or if you’re feeling particularly risqué, pair it with sterling silver trousers. 2 Embellished Don’t let your shoes or bags serve as an afterthought. These statement pieces can give off both sublime and subtle signs depending on how you pair ’em up. Pro tip: stick to monochromes during the day, and go wild at night by pairing them up with equally shiny pieces. 3 Velvet The trend you were probably in love with last season is making a grand return, but with a slightly new persona. Not as avantgarde as a velvet pantsuit combo—a cute pair of kitten…

ASHIMA GANDHI, 28 “This tribal necklace is my way of channeling my free spirit. I gave it an interesting, slightly formal twist by way of plaid pants and oxblood boots.” DEVIKA PATHAK, 24 “A classic pair of booties never go out of style. I’ve coupled it with grunge elements like a leather skirt and my favourite statement necklaces.” ERICA TOUTHANG, 33 “The whole ‘skater-girl’ thing really works for me and I love playing with accessories like this fringed bag and a pair of solid tights to add an edge to an otherwise basic look. NOOR SETHI, 22 “I’m paying homage to two of the biggest trends of the mo‘— Unicorns and metallics. It is my version of channelling ‘sweet’, balanced out by dark AF lipstick.” AAGAM KAUR, 17 “I’m going…

GET THE LOOK 1. PLACE THE PIGMENT The lower you take the shadow, the more dramatic the look will be. Using a shadow stick or a duo-fibre brush (like the one below, from M·A·C)— for the strong est effect, wet the brush—start the shadow directly under your lashes. 2. BLEND IT WELL Buff obvious lines or edges back and forth, in windshieldwiper motions, suggests make-up artist Katie Jane Hughes. A fluffy brush (try Bobbi Brown’s, here) makes it easy. 3. LIGHTEN UP ON LOWER LASHES “Under-shadow adds a lot of eye drama on its own,” says Katie. Tissue off your mascara wand to get a milder effect on the bottom fringe. 4. SAVE THE FOUNDATION FOR LAST That way, if powder flecks fall, you can wipe them away without ruining…

MASCARA MAGIC The new breed of mascara can create lashes that look like you have falsies on. Try Maybelline New York Lash Sensational (₹525) or the L’Oréal Paris False Lash Superstar (₹950) to get a full-fan effect. TWEEZERS Tweezers are a must for a professionallooking lash application. Try QVS Slant Tip Gold-Plated Tweezers, amazon.in, ₹120. LINER LOVE Eyeliner can fake fuller lashes in one swipe and a cat eye is perfect for adding a touch of chic to a work day. Faces Ultime Pro Matte Play Eyeliner, ₹699, gives a great colour pay-off. FALSIES Celebrities know the foolproof way to get eye definition on the red carpet is with a set of falsies. Try Inglot Eyelashes in 70N, nykaa.com, ₹700.…

@THE.MAU.MAU @FRECKLES_AND_FULL.GLAM @ROBADADONNE THE INSTA TREND YOU NEED TO KNOW RN Cuticle tattoos (!) are all the rage at the moment, and we’d like to rightfully credit Rihanna for them—she’s been working ’em for some years now. These tiny tats, ranging from dots to bows to intricate patterns, have been exploding on the ’Gram off late, and look awfully gorge with the latest manicure trends. However, if you do decide to get one, we’d like to warn you it’s excruciatingly painful. Well, looking like Rihanna does come at a price! GETTIN‘ GRAPHIC Crazy eyeliners are big this season, but let’s face it, one needs a super-steady hand to replicate the runway look IRL. But M·A·C’s got you covered. The allnew Rollerwheel Liquid Liner boasts of a disk applicator that absorbs…

Q After how many dates with a dude do I need to tell him that I’m still seeing other people? A: Any single guy who’s dating assumes that if you haven’t yet had ‘the talk’ with a girl, then they’re not exclusive. Typically, this convo will sound something like: ‘Want to make it official?’ or ‘I think we’re ready to DTR’ or ‘Um, will you, like... be my girlfriend?’ So until one of you utters some version of these magic words, you’re in the clear. Also, it might help to ask yourself what feels right to you. If you’ve been on more than a few dates with this guy and things seem to be heading in a direction that borders on serious, then it may be a good time to…

Game Changers Suit up and score maj style points in referee stripes and gold-medal finishes. Retro Cuties Throwback to the swinging ’60s in pieces with serious mojo. Yeah, baby, yeah! Romantic Overtones Set the mood (no hashtag needed) in velvet, brocade, and florals that add Victorian-era drama.…

Deborah Milano Extraordinary 5-In-1 Mascara, ₹775 Still haven’t found your mascara soulmate? This just might be it. Deborah’s newest launch has an impressive resume—with skills including the power to give lashes extra volume, extra length, extra curl, extra definition, and be extra longlasting. Well, that’s rather, erm, extra! Estée Lauder Limited Edition Bronze Goddess Illuminating Powder Gelée, ₹3,500 Let’s start from the very beginning—the geometric, sun-beam design on this baby is a very good place to start! Moving on, this limited-ed bronzer is damn smooth, which means it goes on more sheen-y, less sparkly, leaving skin with a gorgeous, buildable, sunkissed glow that pretty much sings, ‘endless summer nights’. Avène PhysioLift Eyes, ₹2,500 Look around, and you’ll notice everyone has eye issues these days— puffiness, dark circles, wrinkles (fun times!).…

ON THE COVER Marks & Spencer— DLF Mall Of India, Noida, UP. Isharya— www.isharya.com FASHION Adidas— DLF Mall of India, Noida, UP. Aldo— DLF Mall of India, Noida, UP. Amit Aggarwal— F-301, 2nd floor, Near Portside Cafe, Chaudhary Prem Singh Lane, Lado Sarai, New Delhi. Asos— www.asos.com. Bluestone— www.bluestone.com. CaratLane— www.caratlane.com. Casio— D8/1 Inner Circle, Connaught Place, ND. Charles & Keith— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Christian Dior— Ground Floor, DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Christian Louboutin— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Coach— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Eina Ahluwalia— www.einaahluwalia.com. Emporio Armani— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Fendi— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Fossil— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Forever 21— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Forever New— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Furla— Select Citywalk, Saket,…