Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2017 i Cosmopolitan India

Welcome to the May issue! This month, we’ve got tonnes of great stories in the mix (there’s a real career eye-opener on Pg 94 that every girl needs to read), but there’s one that I feel we must start a conversation about. Our special feature, The Moment That Mattered To Me Most (Pg 88), stars a series of powerful, super-bright women from all walks of life—actors, authors, sports stars—that have come forward to talk about that one, important moment for women that they felt proud about in the course of the last few months. Their inspirations ranged from something extraordinary a woman had done on her own (Dipa Karmakar’s Olympic win, for instance), to something a collective of women had banded together to do (like the anti- Trump women’s protest…

Hey, How Do I Wear... Track Pants? You know, without you looking flu-ey or jog-ey. PS: this look’s so airport-appropriate! THINK TANK A top, in this equation, is simply the mayonnaise to the sandwich—it’s not why you’re eating it, but it holds it together. Your odds are best with a neutral-hued tank that brings the chalkand- cheese elements of this look together without overpowering it. STAVE OFF THE SNEAKS A pair of chill AF kicks is a mug’s game (you don’t want to look like a soccer mom). A crisp, formal pair of platform sandals that match the hue of your trackies are bang-on. Embellishments or bling on ’em are a bad idea, though—they’ll look jarring and off-key. BLAZERS ON What’s wicked-hot about the blazer is how it turns the…

1 Art Attack Looking forward to a sunny holiday in Europe this year? Consider these fun, artsy pieces your BFF (especially cool to wear to the museums). The SS17 rule: the quirkier the print, the better. So anything from fruits to a teddy bear to cartoon prints are a go— somethin‘ that’ll totally make Mona Lisa smile! 2 Boho Babe Breezy silhouettes coupled with ethnic prints might scream ‘festival-chic’, but they’re also perfect for the beach (very easy to slip out of, in case you want to go for a dip). Wear them as is or turn these feminine pieces into ferocious by adding edgy accessories into the mix. 3 Floral Flock The good thing about florals: they look damn good no matter what you’re posing next to. Reinvent this…

GLITTER LIKE GIGI The fashion world has made it abundantly clear that Gigi Hadid has the Midas touch for cool—exhibit A this season is the new line of Reebok x Gigi Hadid Club C 85 Diamond sneaks. With mad blingy heels and a leather exterior, every sneaker-junkie’s going to have a field day with this one. Our fave hues: oatmeal and black. LUXE LAUNCHES The later half of last month saw some major players make their way into the Indian bazaar. Entry-point luxury biggies like Kate Spade (with their delicious, floral-suffused SS17 collection) and Coach (that stays true this season to their favoured ice-creamy hues and mini-bags) have finally landed, at DLF Emporio Mall, New Delhi. Another launch to love is Berleigh (in Mumbai) the luxury multibrand shoe store that…

A GAME OF TONES! If you want hair colour that does justice to all the fancy outfits on you, L’Oréal Professionnel has just what you need. Their new range of hair colour—French Browns—has 12 shades of brown, ranging from cool to warm tones, each one inspired by the latest catwalk trends. And with so many shades to play with, you can either go for one colour all over or try a couple to contour your hair (yes, that’s a thing!), or get highlights—the shades are yours for the picking! HAPPY 20TH, KIKO MILANO To mark its 20th birthday, the Italian cosmetics and skincare brand has launched a limited-ed capsule collection called Less Is Better in collaboration with SuperDuper Hats (they’ve designed the cutesy, minimalist packaging). The range, featuring eyeshadow sticks,…

It should’ve been clear when Beyoncé hit us with the chanson de femme that was Lemonade early last year, that it would set a power precedent for women all through it. From then on, women kept throwing one fireball after the other—from the mass protest in Poland that threw off an anti-abortion bill, to Theresa May being made the UK Prime Minister—even the seemingly insignificant creation of female emojis (that only took a thousand years). ‘Perfect body’ conventions started being routinely ignored (thank you, Ashley Graham) and the wheels have already begun a-turning on #Michelle2020. It’s never been more our time than this very right now. And, to celebrate the proud trailmix of our best year ever, we enlisted a little help picking the most swaggerinducing moments of the lot—with…

1. Generally, you sleep like a: a. Li’l pup, dreaming happy, carefree dreams. b. Hibernating bear, thanks to melatonin and your iPhone’s Do Not Disturb option. c. Bat. You’re practically nocturnal, remembering right at bedtime that one thing you forgot to do. 2. Bzzt. You just got a news alert about yet another political dustup. You: a. Dismiss it— don’t want to ruin your awesome mood! b. Glance at it, then bookmark the story to read during lunch. c. Dive in, clicking every article, sharing the panic on social. 3. Surprise! Your roommate neglected to take out the trash before she left for work... again. Do you confront her? a. Nah, it can just keep piling up—as long as it doesn’t smell too bad, it’s all good. b. You handle it…

Q I have heard so much about keratin being the miracle ingredient in shampoos and hair treatments. But does it actually work? A: Totally! Keratin is a natural hair And keratin-infused products allow to build up in hair to make your mane stronger, shinier, and Pro tip: protein that gets lost over time. k protein more manageable. alternate between your regular shampoo and a keratin treatment/ shampoo to get glossy locks. Q How can I add colour to my cheeks on the go without lugging around my blush brush? A: Investing in a blendable stick formulation isn’t just ideal for everyday travel, it’s also a more hygienic option. There are plenty of formulas available, depending on the kind of finish you want—the Ciaté London Blush Pop glides on easily and gives…

THE STAR PIECES The feeling of this collection is almost dreamlike, and at peace with flowers, nature and materials of the earth. The star pieces of the line are the capes (that extend from dupatta capes, poncho-style capes, asymmetrical capes to jacket style capes) which go beautifully with most body types and are a great way to style suits and lehengas, and the anarkali gowns (floor length dramatic gowns, with the most stunning ethnic embellishments—the perfect way to add drama and volume), which is one of the biggest ethnicwear trends right now. SO GEAR UP! Choose from the amazing prints (Persian gardens, spring blossoms and birds motifs) and say hello to summer! THE PERSIAN GARDENS... If you’re a girlie-girl, this season’s beautiful collection at Kashish will be just your thing.…

TAURUS (APRIL 21- MAY 21) Stellar gifts: Both tough and tender, you know when to be sensitive to others’ needs and when to put your foot down. Blind spots: You like to move at your own pace, which means you can get testy when people rush you. Indulgence: A fabulous food crawl where you can treat your highly selective taste buds. Seduction style: You love the delicious luxury of unrushed foreplay. When you get it on with a new beau, he should know that date night might just go all night... Your month: After Mercury goes direct in your zone of privacy on the 3rd, reframe any challenges that threaten to trip you up. The usual suspects stirring up drama at work? Yawn...you have bigger things to worry about! Look…

Cosmo: Why is buying art online better than at a physical gallery? Sonali Batra: “Well, you can view paintings on an online portal without actually galleryhopping. It’s both time and cost efficient. If you like an artwork, you can add it to the enquiry cart, and someone from our gallery will help with more information on the piece before you decide to purchase it. It’s all very millennial-appropriate.” C: Is it less expensive than at a gallery? SB: “For the online gallery, yes. Your fixed costs are significantly reduced.” C: How do you assure a buyer about authenticity? SB: “We provide every client with an authenticity certificate signed by the gallery and the artist (if they are alive).” C: For someone looking to get into online art retail, how much…

TAKE THE PERFECT SELFIE! If you’re a major social media junkie, this phone is your dream come true! The advanced camera features will let you capture your favourite moments, clearer and brighter than ever before. So whip out your Honor 8 Lite and say ‘Cheese!’ SAY HELLO TO THE ‘SMARTEST’ PHONE... Available with Android 7.0 (Nougat) and EMUI 5.0, this device is the first to come with an out-of-box update feature. The Emotion UI 5.0 has been designed to further enhance the Android 7.0 experience—so get ready for the kind of phone that’ll really take care of you. IT’S YOUR NEW SUMMER ACCESSORY! This pretty phone, inspired by the beauty of natural landscapes, with a captivating all-glass design, works as more than just a phone. It comes in chic colours…

SONAM KAPOOR Actor Your go-to summer destination: “It has to be Cannes in France. It’s a great destination with the perfect mix of easy-glam in the day, and killer parties at night!” Your romantic getaway recs: “London and Paris. They have so much to offer.” The food you can’t get enough of: “I’m a vegetarian, so I binge on French fries, avocados, and burrata whenever I’m travelling.” You never travel without: “These four products by L’Oréal Paris: the True Match Foundation, Infallible Silkisimme Eyeliner, Volume Million Lashes, and Aqua Essence UV Mist.” Your top beauty hack: “Using the L’Oréal Paris Gold Obsession Le Gold lipstick on my lips, as a highlighter, and an eyeshadow.” The apps that keep you in the know? “All the social media apps and the Make-up…

If you've always wanted a multi-tasking product that works hard to make you look amazing, say hello to the Pond's White Beauty All-In-One BB+ Fairness Cream. This light-textured foundation cream with UVA and UVB protection, covers your spots instantly while reaching deep within your skin to lighten your dark spots and dark circles. The result: clear, fair, and flawless skin. Even our May covergirl Disha Patani is a fan. "Whenever I'm travelling, this BB cream is all I carry! It moisturises, conceals imperfections, and has SPF...what more does one need!" says Disha. And, to make your summer brighter, we've decoded two of Disha's cover story looks using the 'product of the moment'! The Decode 1 THE SHEER GLOW Step 1: The first step to achieving a flawless beauty look is…

Seeking long-term love? The answer to your heart’s desires may be as easy as a calculated 1, 2, 3. While the wingwoman skills of your bestie and matchmaking skills of your mom may produce a few successes, your true destiny may actually be in the scientific research. So if you’re out of apple pie and ice-cream, and looking for the next best way to a man’s heart, it turns out the colour of your clothes (and even your name) has a greater effect on the success of a relationship than you realised. Cosmo has pulled together research from around the world to ensure your next date has more spunk than flunk (no pun intended). CAREER According to research published in the Journal of Police and Criminal Psychology, a person’s career…

PUT YOURSELF FIRST A lot of people don’t separate ‘This is what my parents think success looks like’ or ‘This is what my friends think is a sexy job’ from what it is they really want. Take the time to think about your values and strengths, and what matters to you. It will reduce your anxiety and increase your future job satisfaction. DON’T BE TOO PICKY Applying for jobs is a lot like applying for college, where you have your stretches (the schools you really want to go to) and a couple of safeties. Most people apply only to their stretch jobs—even though not everyone can land a position there. Make sure you’re looking at a wide swath of options—your dream jobs, as well as ones that seem like a…

1. It’s always a good time for champagne! Wear this sparkly gloss alone during the day or over your fave lip colour at night. M·A·C Caitlyn Jenner Cremesheen Glass Lip Gloss in Kindness, ₹1,800 2. Mix-and-match hues from true gold to matte taupe for a totally intoxicating stare. L’Oréal Paris Color Riche Les Ombres Eye Shadow in Chocolate Lover, ₹850 3. On days when a boozy spritz on this blood-orange scent to channel Sunday morning. Commodity Mimosa Eau de Parfum, amazon.com, ₹11,023 approx 4. Snag all the sparkle by strobing the highpoints of your face with this prismatic compact. Bobbi Brown Highlighting Powder in Bronze Glow, ₹3,300 5. Nothing screams ‘Party time!’ like shimmery gold lacquer. Ciaté Paint Pot in Gold Ladylike, ₹950…

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Cushion Compact SPF35, ₹4,750 Flawless coverage in a jiffy is what any cushion compact will give you. But what makes this one stand out in the crowd is its skincare benefits. Bobbi’s new liquid-to-go doesn’t just conceal imperfections in a few dabs, it also replenishes the skin instantly (thanks to the caffeine and lychee in the formula), while SPF35 and pink silk tree extract soothe skin and protect it from sun damage. Lakmé Argan Oil Lip Colour in Juicy Plum, ₹750 If a lipsticks can give you intense colour and double up as a lip treatment, that’s the dream, right? The new Lakmé lippies do precisely that! As the name suggests, they’re infused with liquid gold aka argan oil that can heal cracked lips and also…

ON THE COVER Shivan & Narresh— Select Citywalk, Saket, ND. Norma Casta Diva— www.normaswimwear.com. Accessorize— Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, ND. Metallurgy— www.jaypore.com. MASABA X KOOVS— www.koovs.com FASHION AM:IT by Amit Aggarwal— www.perniaspopupshop.com. ASOS— www.asos.com. Adidas Originals— DLF, Saket, ND. Boohoo— www.boohoo.com, BCBGeneration— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Christian Louboutin— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Charles & Keith— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, ND. Casa Pop— Select Citywalk, Saket, ND. Dior— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Dolce & Gabbana— www.net-a-porter.com. Da Milano— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, ND. Euremme— www.perniaspopupshop.com. Eristona— www.eristona.com. Fendi— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Forever 21— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, ND. Flirtatious— www.flirtatious.in. Gucci— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Ginger by Lifestyle— Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, ND. Gauri & Nainika— 560, Lado Sarai, ND. Gaurav Gupta— www.perniaspopupshop. G-Star Raw— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, ND. H&M— Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, ND. Hermès— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. HUEMN— www. perniaspopupshop.com.…

“I had a huge crush on this guy at work, and I worked so hard to get him to notice me—I studied his smoke and coffee break pattern and I’m not ashamed! Finally, he asked for me for my number. I was so nervous that I dropped his phone on the pavement and it cracked. I offered to pay for it but he didn’t accept. We never spoke again...” —SAKSHI G., 25 “EVEN THOUGH I’M ABOUT TO GET MY THIRD TATTOO, I’M DEATHLY AFRAID OF NEEDLES. I PLUG IN EARPHONES TO DISTRACT MYSELF, SQUEEZE A FRIEND’S HAND AND WHAT NOT TO AVOID WITNESSING THE PROCESS. THERE, I CONFESSED!” —NISHTHA C., 20 “I was dating a German guy, and I really wanted to impress him and his family. He put me…

SO FRESH! The only way to do summer right RN is by havin‘ a big portion of mouthwatering baubles served with a side of succulent, fruity ice lollies.…

DEVANSHI TULI, 22 “I think it’s perfect that pink is the colour of the season, because it’s the colour I own the most of. Like this playsuit with floral motifs. It’s girlie, but gorgeous.” NUPUR PALIWAL, 20 “I can claim hipster rights on boyfriend jeans, because I’ve worn them for so long. They give you so much space to experiment with the rest of your outfit.” RITIKA JAISWAL, 25 “In this outfit, my casual side (the dungaree dress) and feminine side (the bell-sleeved blouse) come together, and that’s why it’s one of my go-to looks.” SHIVANI BORUAH, 28 “I know underwear worn out is hot, because Cosmo wrote about it a couple of months ago! Teaming it with my style staples (a white shirt and trousers) is me paying homage…

Check the Expiration Date In general, sunscreens start to lose their efficacy after three years, even if the package has never been opened. That’s why many have an expiration date, usually stamped on the bottom of the container or on the box. (Don’t see one? Next time, use a marker to write the date you bought it.) “Most formulas have preservatives, so they’ll probably still work after that date, but they may not be as potent,” says US-based dermatologist Ellen Marmur, MD. When in doubt, toss it out—especially if you’re fair-skinned. Beware of Open Containers If you used an SPF once last summer and it hasn’t expired, it’s safe to use. But consider where it’s been. Was it left in a hot trunk for months? If so, dump it: heat…

MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY DREAMS A REALITY Quick question: would you rather get a holiday or a raise? In a recent American survey, more than one-third of employees said they’d prefer days full of mai tais and palm trees over a pay bump. And you lot obviously agree—68% of you believe it is important to travel to open your eyes to the world, and half of you are planning to travel overseas this year. Stacks of studies show that taking holidays, whether you go way off the grid or camp out on your couch, can improve your health, mood, creativity and productivity. So whip out your calendar, block off some me-time, and get ready to feel amazing. First, Feel Entitled Nearly 50% of millennials think that sacrificing their breaks will impress…

1. Swipe on pearly, blushtoned lipstick for a look as refreshing as your first sip of the pink stuff. L’Oréal Paris Color Riche Moist Matte Lipstick in Raspberry Syrup, ₹950 2. Bye black liner—a hot pink flick or bottom lid accent is way more fun for day drinking. M·A·C Chromagraphic Pencil in Process Magenta, ₹1,400 3. Dab on this treatment oil that turns dry, damaged lips into plump and luscious, and add just a hint of lipsparkling colour. Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil in Raspberry, ₹1,900 4. An electric pink polish is the quickest way to get a little tips-y. Sally Hansen Hard As Nails Xtreme Wear Nail Color in Fuchsia Power, ₹275 5. This kit comes with eight flattering cheek shades in matte and shimmer finish, perfect for…

IT’S OUR JOB TO KEEP YOU INSPIRED POOJA DHINGRA Founder, Le 15 “Machu Picchu in Peru has been on my bucket list for 12 years. I finally decided to take the plunge and go on a solo trip to South America. The minute I decided to visit Lima, I knew I had to eat at Central (it’s the 5th best restaurant in the world!) A chef friend made us a reservation so I got a chance to eat there, and it turned out to be the greatest meal of my life. Our menu was based on ingredients found at different altitudes in Peru. It was a 10-course meal that started at -10M, with sea snails and mussels, went up to 680M with river shrimps, 2010M with four different kinds of…

It seemed only fitting to revel in the happy start of the season by toasting a glass of champers and starting a conversation on style. So we decided to gather a select smattering of style connoisseurs to get a sneak preview of Longchamp’s SS17 collection, which was rife with their power motif for the season in the Roseau Sakura bags (starring the gorgeous, creeping Japanese cherry blossom), and a full, fresh palette of pastels (think delicious raspberries, mints and ceruleans). Florals were everywhere—from splayed across the bags (think backpacks, totes and their signature Le Pliage) to twisted corsage style could there be a better way to say, ‘Hello, summer?’ over the girls’ wrists (the boys got flowerbrooches instead). They were even carefully composed over an archway, which naturally turned into…