Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2019 i Brides Today

ANIL CHINNAPPA Having trained under makeup experts Cory Walia and Jojo, he began his career by doing makeup for VJs. Working with celebrities like Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt, and Deepika Padukone as well as various international stars Chinnappa has lent his expertise to countless magazine covers and red carpet looks. For our cover star Ananya Panday, he channels an ’80s Kate Moss-like mystique and considers her an absolute treat to work with because of her unabashed attitude In this issue, this magical collaboration is in ‘Work Of Art’, pg 45. A destination you keep going back to? London. The city has everything worthy of inspiration. EMELDA LEPCHA A Delhi-based freelance makeup artist with over six years of professional experience, she is well-known in the industry. Lepcha specialises in bridal looks,…

HERE COMES THE SUN To achieve a sunkissed look, load up on the bronzer. Use a round, natural-bristled brush to lightly apply it to your temples, cheeks, chin, and the bridge of your nose. Choose a formula that will complement your skin type—powders on oily skin, matte finishes on acneprone skin, and creams on dry skin.…

JEWELLED FRAMES Embellished shades are the easiest way to dress up your look, especially when they flaunt diamanté details, gold elements, or silver studs. Select a piece that doesn’t overshadow your face—the trick is to keep it stylish without being overwhelming. BRIGHT AND HAPPY Give your rose-tinted sunglasses a fun upgrade by broadening your colour palette with pink, blue, orange, and even purple. Pick an interesting shape like the butterfly style from Fendi, or angular frames by Max Mara.…

Dear Bride, I know you are thinking about every single detail in your head over and over again. You liked something, but then your family liked something else, and then your friend showed you a picture of what someone wore and now you’re wondering whether your decision was a sound one to begin with. Never before have there been so many options but don’t let that daunt you. Let it be an inspiration to find magic and discover the best of yourself. Think of all the exciting experiences coming your way! The first time you set eyes upon an effervescent shade of soft violet that you know you will be able to wear, now and forever. Think of all the encouraging eyes on you as you sway in an endless…

Our edit of the most covetable timepieces for the bride and groom. Plus, we speak with Sussanne Khan about everything jewellery at Zoya’s latest launch.…

Which is your most cherished piece of jewellery? A chain that has a heart locket with pictures of my children inside—it’s very special to me. Are there any similarities between your work as an interior designer and creating jewellery? I believe design is about uniqueness and creating something that is inspired by nature, art, or culture and giving it an organic form. As an interior designer, my work is to find a balance between wood and metal in a piece of furniture; for Zoya it’s using stones and materials like gold, silver, or platinum to make something unique. So, there is a similarity in that sense. What does luxury mean to you? Something that doesn’t scream for attention. I think you can use the brightest colours, or bling, but it…

Beauty Vow #1: I WILL GO TO A DERMATOLOGIST FOR CUSTOMISED SKINCARE “With erratic lifestyles and nutritional irregularities, most brides are also undergoing hormonal changes, so address it ahead of time with a professional,” says Mumbai-based dermatologist Dr Apratim Goel of Cutis Skin Solution. Beauty Vow #2: I WILL PLAN OUT MY TREATMENTS WELL IN ADVANCE “Come at least three to six months prior so that if there are cases of acne or pigmentation, these can be addressed,” says Dr Geetika Mittal Gupta, founder and medical director at ISAAC Luxe, Delhi. After a holistic blood and hormone analysis, opt for a suitable treatment ahead of time. Beauty Vow #3: I WILL DO MY RESEARCH BEFORE I GO IN FOR A COSMETIC TREATMENT The beauty industry is currently swarming with noninvasive,…

ANANYA PANDAY IS THE GIRL EVERYONE WANTS TO KNOW AND EVERYONE WANTS TO BE. She’s had a dream launch with Student of the Year 2. She walked away with all the best debut awards for 2019. And she is the It-girl for Gen Z. This month’s guest editor, Gaurav Gupta, is known for his sculptural, mystical, and highly-developed sense of style. Part rebel, all rock star, his bridalwear is unique for its ability to be constructed and deconstructed. So what happens when you bring Ananya and GG together? Magic. “Ananya really embodies the feisty, millennial vibe but she’s very rooted at the same time. She’s got that great balance of youth with some fire and substance.”—GAURAV GUPTA Q: Is it easy to wear this beautiful, architectural lehenga? Ananya Panday: It…

THE QUICKFIX If you’re always running against the clock and don’t have time to wear a sari, these pre-draped options from label 431-88 by Shweta Kapur are what you need. The modern adaptations of the classic drape come in jersey and silks, with fringes and bohemian accents, silver and gold shimmer, and beadwork. Available at Ogaan and Ensemble stores across the country SISTER OF THE BRIDE Abhinav Mishra’s new collection, Mehzabeen offers the bride’s sisters and friends a range of lehengas, anarkalis, and shararas in chanderi silk embellished with his trademark mirrorwork to choose from. The garments are feminine and delicate and come in shades of mustard yellow, rani pink, powder blue, ivory, red, emerald green, and sapphire blue. Available at the flagship store in Dhan Mill, Chattarpur, Delhi AWEDDING…

One of the most essential items that brides must own is a classic bag, which can see you through your wedding, all the events after, and then remain a piece you always use. And the Lady Dior—quilted or with the signature Dior cannage stitching—is a worthy candidate to consider. This season, Dior has launched a new campaign that celebrates the versatility of the bag, which was named after the late Lady Diana. A number of women like model Alisha Nesvat and others are featured in the series alongside a range of Lady Dior bags. While the black bag with embroidered flowers is the perfect addition to your trousseau, the patent red version with gold-tone charms is great for nights out. And the calfskin embroidered style, with a denim blue Toile…

Even after a late night at a big Bollywood party, Ananya Panday arrives at our shoot in south Mumbai right on time. The bright-eyed, fresh-faced star is in shorts and a white T-shirt, eager and enthusiastic to get in front of the camera. For the shoot, she slips into the role of a poised, modern bride dressed in Gaurav Gupta’s sculptural couture, a far cry from the demanding high-school teenager she played in her debut film, Student of the Year 2. After the shoot, Panday answers questions over the phone while she is resting at home in between all-nighter shoots for her next project, Khaali Peeli, which is set to release next year. Brides Today: This June you launched ‘So Positive’, a digital, social responsibility initiative to combat online bullying. Tell…

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Go for ombré French tips in deep colours. A solid shade on one of your fingers will add a fun twist. Seven beauty vows to take before starting your bridal regimen and learn how to re-create cover star Ananya Panday’s look. Plus, discover the must-haves for your beauty kit.…

While there are non-negotiable reasons to get your daily dosage of H2O, a surprising fact is that hydration has a lot more to do with everything else than just water itself. “If you pinch the skin on the back of your hand and pull it upwards your skin should snap back rapidly when you let it go. If it doesn’t and takes a few seconds to return to normal, you might be dehydrated,” says Dr Jaishree Sharad, a Mumbai-based celebrity dermatologist and author of Skin Rules. The goal, then, is not just to drink litres of water a day but to make sure it gets inside your cells. “Hydration refers to the water content within the cells that leads them to swell and be plump and bouncy, thus reflecting light…

Kavi Ahuja and David Seth Moltz are the founders and creative brains of niche perfume house D.S. & Durga, which recently launched in India. The line has 19 scents and eight candles, available at Scentido. Brides Today spoke to the husband-wife duo to discover more about the collection. What was your biggest inspiration when launching D.S. & DURGA in 2007? Kavi Ahuja Moltz: We wanted to make something with our own hands. We are both happiest when we are creating. What makes your fragrances unique? KAM: For us, perfumery is an art form equal to music, painting, poetry, and literature. We like to engage as many senses as possible. All our products are made in New York City. We are both the designer and the perfumer, so there is no…

MAKING YOUR MEHENDI YOUR OWN is both interesting and of the moment. Here are some ways to do that. BELOVED FURRY FRIEND Include your pet by incorporating their sketch or getting their name etched. “You will need an artist who specialises in portraiture mehendi as the style requires a special skill. The cost could be higher but if yours is an off-season wedding, you could strike a great deal,” says Tasneem Ahsan, an artist from Indore. FLASH BACK Special memories from your childhood, moments like the time and place you met your partner, the big proposal—all of these can be a part of your design. Identify the story you want to tell and zero in on two or three key elements you want to highlight. THE CHOSEN ONE Have a…

DEEP DIVE The hottest trend this season is a plunging neckline that allows you to flaunt your décolletage. Pair a risqué blouse with a smart lehenga or a pair of trousers. Add a blazer or a shrug that falls well on your shoulders for a more layered look.…

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Designer Bibhu Mohapatra has always enjoyed a deep relationship with jewellery. “One day my mother shared some of her memories as a young bride, when my grandmother gave her these [some of our family heirlooms] beautiful, old creations to wear and guard,” he says. “She said that these pieces of jewellery are very special to her because they have the power to tell the stories of the incredible women in our family.” Today this connect has transformed into something much more: The Artemis Collection, created in collaboration with Forevermark, a De Beers Group company. Comprising delicate diamond earrings, bracelets, and rings, the range is true to his architectural style, yet remains decidedly feminine. Our favourite is his leaf-inspired suite featuring yellow and white diamonds set asymmetrically with a matching cuff,…

GOYARD MINAUDIÈRE BAG When it comes to exclusivity, not many can match Goyard. This 200-year-old house is very discreet when it comes to revealing new products such as their magnificent minitrunk. With its signature chevron pattern on the exterior, lambskin lining interior, and a Y-shaped detachable shoulder strap, the clutch is a true collector’s item. PERRIN PARIS L’EIFFEL STRASS CLUTCH This 126-year-old, family-owned French luxury accessories label is one you definitely need to know. Their iconic ‘glove clutches’ are adored amongst fashion’s most elite. The Eiffel clutch features a slide through handle, which is inspired by the Eiffel Tower and inlaid with Swarovski crystals. A real winner. JUDITH LEIBER COUTURE MORNING GLORY SLIM BAG With their minaudières worn by First Ladies at the US presidential inaugural ceremonies, Judith Leiber’s designs…

FOR YOUR PROPORAL A classic white oversized checkered pattern on top of a natural base is quirky yet subtle FOR YOUR ENGAGEMENT Add some shine with a forest-green, glass finish on a contemporary almond-shaped nail FOR YOUR MEHENDI Do something different for your mehendi by opting for an aztec design in unexpected colours FOR YOUR COCKTAIL A marbled design is a creative way to paint your nails—mix and match patterns to mimic the stone’s varying colours FOR YOUR WEDDING What’s a wedding without a touch of glitter? Add gold flecks to your manicure for your vows. FOR YOUR HONEYMOON Pick a favourite symbol and paint it on your nails in pastel shades…

Known for her beautiful skin, Ananya Panday was the perfect muse for makeup artist Anil Chinnappa and hairstylist Pompy Hans, who are both known for their less-is-more approach. Brides Today breaks down how they created her effortless cover look. Brides Today: How can a bride recreate this dewy, fresh look? Anil Chinnappa: I wanted Ananya to look her age, which I believe is so important for all brides. I prepped her face with a hydrating mask and moisturising primer, followed by a light application of concealer and a liquid blush. For the eyes, I used frosted eyeshadow, mascara, and placed individual lashes where there were gaps. I kept her lips natural by using a tinted balm. BT: Do you have any advice for brides? AC: Enjoy the process and don’t…

With the launch of her new beauty line, Kay Beauty, Brides Today talks to Katrina Kaif about the inspiration behind her products and her secret to flawless skin. And she offers one tip that every bride should follow. What inspired you to start Kay Beauty? My makeup journey started when I began working as a model and actress and it soon became a passion. I could spend hours at a makeup counter, testing products and deciding whether the formula is good or not. What is your favourite product from the line? It’s definitely the Matteinee Lip Crayon. It comes in a range of shades that work on all skin types and the consistency is beautiful. If you were getting married, what would you want your hair and makeup to look…

Special travels like your honeymoon deserve luggage that match. Go for lightweight aluminium and leather pieces that are both stylish and convenient. Two of our favourites are Globe-Trotter’s nautical-striped cabin case and Ookonn’s carry-on that is inspired by vintage hat boxes. And, if your taste is more minimal, we suggest TUMI’s classic hard-shell bags or Louis Vuitton’s traditional monogrammed versions. For more choices, head to the newly-launched store TrunkHouse at Palladium, Mumbai, which houses travel luggage from brands like Calvin Klein, Heys, and Roncato amongst others.…

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