{ E.D.I.T.O.R.I.A.L} FRIDA

Hey there folks!

 I am loving the smaller days and longer nights here - a reminder again ,that the virtual nip in the air has set in! Well, almost!

Last month, I decided to do anything to make my Frida Kahlo post come true- buy any flower headbands i come across or just get real flowers instead. I admire her and ever since i saw the movie FRIDA, I was obsessed with her iconic style. Its been a few years since and I never gave up on the idea to do a look inspired by her. My prayers were answered, when i found a series of PERFECT headbands at Forever 21 . They had over 15 designs in headbands and separate flower clips. On an average they costed me a high-500Rs, but i had to have them!

With a lot of deliberation, I chose 4. In this post, I have used only one of them. ( What i do with the remaining, well... stay tuned) I also think this look is a super QUICK FIX for a Halloween party. I took 15 mins for my makeup and hair- pretty fast as i don't have much patience with these things, haha. But yes, I didn't have to re-do anything. It all fell in place, perfectly.

As a preparation, the only thing i did was studying actual photographs of Frida Kahlo and analysing the way she posed for pictures & wore makeup- her Red lips, strong blush , thick eyebrows. She always wore chunky jewellery which included beaded neckpieces, single or layered and a dangling earring. Her gaze was always inwards, as if seeking something within- drowning in the depths of her jumbled life. And i have tried to look in the same way- hope i did ok???

All my jewellery is flea market finds from Mumbai and Delhi from ages ago. The top is also from a shop in Bandra- export stuff. My embroidered leather boots are an absolute rare find from the streets of Bandra last month- for 1000Rs!

From all the love i got on instagram, I am happy this look has turned out to be just as i imagined! So whats your Halloween quick fix?

Till next time, CIAO!

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Loreal Paris Lucent Magique Blush in Fuschia Flush {REVIEW}

The Loreal Paris Lucent Magique blush is a collector's delight. Even before it was delivered to my doorstep , I knew my purse will have to make space for this glamorous touch-up box. This is what the L'oreal Paris website says about the blush:

3 colour pigments give an immediate rosy, healthy glow
- The blush is lightweight to wear and leaves the skin comfortable
- Makes your cheeks looks fuller, more radiant and youthful

I can't agree more with all the 3 points. Each is true.

The Blush comes in 4 shades:

1. Sunset glow
2. Blushing Kiss
3. Duchess Rose
4. Fuschia flush

For a dark and cool skin-tone like mine, fuschia flush was the brightest choice and boy! Was i right!
This intensely pigmented blush has to be applied with care as it imparts too much pigment with every stroke. The only drawback for starters is that they will have to do a trial and error with the blending to know which combination out of the 3 shades suits them best.

Now,the FUSCHIA FLUSH palette contains:

From top to bottom:
1.Baby pink highlighting shade with gold microscopic particles
2. Bright Rose matte shade
3. Fuschia with purplish microscopic shimmer particles

Clearly this palette will suit every cool skin-tone whether you are fair-medium-dark or very dark. The shine is subtle or bold based on how much product you use.
As you have read the review above, this palette is a must-have for those who don't want to be caught with dull black packaged blushes in parties besides being equally functional for those glamorous parties with friends.

For me, the moment I put on this blush, I feel festive as it instantly adds a happy glow. After all festivals are all about being happy! So find out your Lucent magique shade as you are worth it this festive season!

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GIVEAWAY: Win 2 L'OREAL SHINE CARESSE .

Every cell of our body craves for water in Summers. What if your summer lipcolor is 30% water! Sounds like a light dream, isn't it. And well,its Up for grabs. I am super duper excited to bring you a giveaway where you can win  L'OREAL Paris Shine Caress . This glamorous stain is your answer to glossy stained lips that last you upto 6 hours of wear . I will review this later, but for now enter the competition soon!

READ THE CONTEST RULES BELOW:

1. Follow me on Instagram. HANDLE:[ ilawise26]
2. REPOST the Giveaway image on my Instagram account. IMAGE [here]

3. Tag as many friends as you can and tell them to REPOST.
4. Each time a friend REPOSTS the image, Tag that friend in the comment of my contest image [here]
5. The person with maximum REPOSTS by friends wins.

WE WILL HAVE 2 winners. Each winner wins  a L'OREAL SHINE CARESS!

Get that irresistible pout now!
Here is the TV commercial featuring Barbara Palvin.



Remember the key to winning is inviting more and more friends. We close the contest as soon as the Instagram account touches 1700 followers! ALL THE BEST!

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#LOVELONGHAIR REVEALED!!!

I came back home to a parcel that contained these ! So , all the speculations put to rest, I am so happy to see that the brand is none other than GARNIER! The last I used Garnier shampoos was in 2007-10 , after which I shifted my focus to organic shampoos. I think its good to be back .

Sweaty after the workout but didn't bother to change for the picture.Here's the range and some more stock.Yay!

PRICE:

1. Shampoo : Rs.199 for 175ml
2.Conditioner: Rs. 130 for 175 ml

Now go and try this on your long hair. You will love them even more :)

Till next time....CIAO!

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Its good if its BLACK!

“Black is not sad. Bright colors are what depresses me. They’re so… empty. Black is poetic. How do you imagine a poet? In a bright yellow jacket? Probably not.” 

― Ann Demeulemeester

1. My HAIR

Do you notice the bounce and shine in my hairs? Well, its nothing but a new found love. And I held my excitement for a good fortnight before I the broke the news to you! A drugstore brand has finally been generous to my hair. Its formulated in the Indian labs by a PARISIAN company . With extracts of 6 nutritious oils, its a miracle packed in two bottles: The shampoo and the conditioner, launched recently by the brand's latest face - Katrina Kaif. Well then , you guessed it : L'OREAL PARIS 6 OIL NOURISH Shampoo and conditioner. The conditioner is arguably the best i have found after the one from Moroccan Oil range. A treat for the Indian hair at a competitive price

! My oily scalp loves this conditioner which can be applied on the scalp as well! No Fuss! Try for yourself.

2. MY KOHL

My daily essentials include my kohl and a lipcolor. The Kohl has to be black and smudge-free besides being long-lasting. Unfortunately many smudge-free kohls failed on my sensitive eyes. I use lenses and my eyes are typically dry. Even the slightest foreign particle disturbs my eyes. I am so glad L'OREAL KAJAL MAJIQUE is my true-match. It doesn't irritate my eyes and stays for 5-6 hours on my eyes . Reliable and reasonably priced and certainly a permanent addition to my SOS kit!

My favorite Thin crust Pizza at LE CAFE, RCITY MALL ,GHATKOPAR

3. My OLIVES

Enough vanity. Lets talk food. I love olives, the black ones. Thin crust pizzas are incomplete without a generous sprinkle of olives. I love olive tapenade in sandwiches and danish. (Theobroma,Mumbai). I love them in my subs too! And yes, In my hummus! So , thats a long list. I love black olives :)

What is your list of blackest black?

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