LIFESTYLE

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Health and fitness is the key to a long, active and enjoyable life. It is correctly said that Health is the actual Wealth that a person can have.

Being healthy and fit in simple terms means taking good care of the body. We should remember that a healthy mind resides only in a healthy body. Good health of both mind and body helps one maintain the required energy level to achieve success in life.

A healthy and fit person is capable of living the life to the fullest, without any major medical or physical issues. Being healthy is not only related to the physical well-being of a person, it also involves the mental stability or the internal peace of a person.
Generally, a healthy diet consists of taking a proper and healthy food which includes eating green and fresh vegetables, fruits, having milk, eggs, minerals, proteins and vitamins essential for a human’s lifestyle. Practicing Yoga including regular exercises in your daily routine also help you maintain your desired fitness, blood sugar and immunity level.

Being healthy is not only related to the physical well being of a person, it also involves the mental stability or the internal peace of a person.

If a person is not mentally or internally fine, he can’t be called as a healthy and a fit person. And with the running time and messed up life & its choas in today’s world people do not really pay much attention to their health & fitness and specially on their mental health. They suffer from stress, anxiety, and depression which is a major problam for unhealthy living and un- peaceful life.Whether you experience lots of stress or hardly any at all, stress is a natural part of daily life.

SO, HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO REDUCE DAILY STRESS.

1. GET EXERCISING

Okay, okay. We may be bias but exercise has been clinically proven to reduce stress. Not only does exercise get your body in shape, it improves your mood which in turn, helps eliminate feelings of stress and strain.

2. GET YOUR SLEEP

If you’re stressed out, you might not be able to fall into a deep sleep, the period of sleep when the body repairs and restores itself. Feeling anxious also makes you come in and out of sleep throughout the entire night. If you’re under stress, you might sleep less but sleep is a powerful stress reducer. Following a regular sleep routine calms and restores the body, improves concentration, regulates mood, and improve decision-making. You are better able to cope with stress when you’re well-rested.

3.MANAGE YOUR TIME

There may be some big stress reasons in your life that can’t be helped but handling too many things in too little time won’t help, either. By ensuring your time is spent meaningfully, you’ll feel less rushed or pissed off in your daily life. Spend your time wisely, and be productive.

4. DRINK MORE WATER

The relationship between hydration and stress are no joke! When you stay hydrated, your body is able to keep cortisol levels low. Why does that matter? Cortisol is a stress hormone produced by your adrenal glands and keeping them in check is key to more relaxed well-being.

5. MAKE A LIST

Making a list and checking it twice won’t get rid of your stress, but it can help reduce your anxiety. By prioritizing and taking notes of your achievements, you’ll reward yourself with the satisfaction of completion of tasks . When you’re feeling stressed, a list can help work through what needs your attention immediately and what can wait

.6. EAT HEALTHY

How and what you eat can have an impact on your stress levels. Simple things from skipping meals to how much coffee you have in a day can contribute significantly to your overall wellbeing. If you find yourself stressed out or tense, consider healthy diet & better manage your daily stress levels.These were some of my tried & tested tips to reduce whenever I stress out from my daily routine & life.What’s your tried and tested tips for dealing with stress? Let me know in the comments.

STAY HEALTHY, BE HAPPY 🙂

Be bold. Be daring. Be simply beautiful.

Obsessed with all things makeup? Me too!
Ladies, makeup is not a mask, it’s a form of art and more importantly it’s a form of expression. It enhances your natural features and beauty and makes you feel confident about yourself ,it can be a hell lot of fun to try out different things because you have all the creative freedom to experiment with. Do you also feel that makeup is an extension of your personality? Of course, each one of us has our very own style and preferences but the basics of nailing your makeup in whatever kind you like – be it simple or daring are the same.
There exists an art of applying makeup, and the smallest of things can make a huge difference to how your end results turn out.With all my experience, knowledge and some research I have written down the steps involved in applying makeup perfectly. Let’s go!

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR SKIN BEFORE MAKEUP
The key to glowing and naturally flawless skin begins with some basic preparation for your skin, because it makes your job easier and you won’t have to work so much on fixing any issues that your skin may already have.

STEP 1 : CLEANSING YOUR SKIN

The first step to your glowing skin should involve removing any unwanted oil or dirt from your face. You can use a gentle cleanser to wash your face to make it clean. Choose a facial cleanser that suits your skin type.

STEP 2: USING A TONER

A toner can actually do wonders for your skin. If you have an oily or acne-prone skin, then toners are a blessing for you, it tightens your skin.Just dab some toner on a cotton pad and pat it all over your face and neck.
STEP 3: APPLYING MOISTURIZER

Moisturizer is an essential part of your skincare routine. You need to hydrate your skin well, in order to get your makeup to look great. Choose a moisturizer that suits your skin type.
Following these basic steps before stepping out can show significant improvement in your skin. So now that you have a clear picture of how to prepare your skin before makeup, let’s move on to the actual application part.

HOW TO APPLY MAKEUP PERFECTLY

These steps are very crucial and basic for a makeup,you will become a pro within no time. So let’s get to the fun part.

What You Need:

• Primer
• Foundation
• Concealer
• Blush/ Bronzer
• Setting Powder
• Eye Shadow pallette
• Eye liner
• Mascara
• Lipstick/Gloss

As per your preference, you can choose to skip the products you don’t wish to wear, but we’ve got the whole step-by-step tutorial for you. It’s also really important to know your skin type as you can decide what kind of products to pick. Only, after completing the pre-makeup routine, move on to these steps.

PART 1: CREATING A FLAWLESS BASE

STEP 1: Using a primer

The first and the foremost step is a primer. Doing this will boost coverage ,smoothenes your texture ,minimize the pores and increase longevity of your makeup. A primer is a must.

STEP 2: Applying Foundation

Choose the right shade of foundation for your skin tone to achieve a flawless look Remember the golden rule, ladies –” less is more”. That’s the case with foundation.-Take some product and apply it on your face using a brush or a wet makeup sponge.-Make sure you blend the product well along your face, jawline, and neck.The Maybelline Fit Me Foundation range has a variety of different shades and is a great pick for liquid foundation.

STEP 3: Time to Conceal

A concealer is used to cover up those ugly looking spots, blemishes and dark circles. Use a concealer in a shade slightly lighter than your skin tone to brighten and even out any areas that need work.-With a concealer brush, apply the concealer under your eyes and on areas which needs it and blend well.-You can use any type of conceler from the verity available (liquid, stick, compact) according to the coverage required.

STEP 3: Setting your Foundation

This step is totally optional but if you are someone with oily skin then make sure to use a compact or setting powder in a color matching your skin tone.

Pro tip: according to me Maybelline products works best. These are of high quality and mostly products may come under your budget.

PART 2: TIME TO ENHANCE YOUR FEATURES
Once you have your base ready, it’s time to define and enhance your beautiful features!

1. ENHANCING YOUR EYES

Make sure to purchase a high-quality eyeliner and mascara, so it won’t smudge and stay for longer.

-Using an eyeliner, line your upper waterline and the outer corners of your lower lashline.

-Use an eyelash curler to curl your lashes.

-Apply a coat of mascara to instantly open up your eyes and make you look more awake and bright.

2. GETTING YOUR BROWS ON FLEEK
Defining your eyebrows instantly adds structure to your face. If you have naturally dark, well-defined eyebrows then congratulations, you may skip this step.

-Choose a pencil or product that very closely matches your eyebrows.-Use short strokes to create small “hairs” in the gaps.

-Use a makeup brush to blend and brush out the product evenly into your eyebrows for a natural look.

-Once you fill them in, you can use an eyebrow gel to set them in place.

3.APPLYING BLUSH

Blush adds a cheeky glow to your skin and makes it look fresh and healthy. Use a blush brush to apply the blush to the apples of your cheek. Stick to a powder blush and if you don’t like powder, stick to a cream blush.You can add a touch of highlighter or luminizer to your cheek bones, along the bridge of your nose and under your brow bone for an appealing glow.

4. WORKING ON LIPS

Before you put on anything on your lips, make sure you’ve moisturized them with some lip balm for healthy looking lips. Choose lip colors that complement your skin tone. If you want to wear nude lipstick, find the right shade of nude for your skin tone. If you’re feeling bright and want to go with bright colors, find shades that you can work with or if you want a very natural shear on your lips then go for a tinted lip gloss.

Yipieee!! Your makeup is complete, and you’re set to go out there and rule! Wasn’t that easy? With just a few steps, you are ready to rock every day& you can achieve this camera-ready look.

MY OWN CREATED PARTY MAKEUP LOOK

This is the party makeup look which I created by using all the above mentioned simple to do steps.

So! go ladies ,create your look and glow!!

The stylish celebrities of Bollywood made the 64th Filmfare Award one starry night on March 23. The award night saw Bollywood stars arriving in their stylish best. Check out the best-dressed photos below.

Photo courtesy :Instagram

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1. DEEPIKA PADUKONE

Deepika padukone once again made us fall in love with her as she stepped on the red carpet of 64th Filmfare Awards that were held in Mumbai on March 23. The actress who was nominated under the Best Actress category carried a black tuxedo gown by the Italian fashion designer. Her look for the night was a perfect example of how to dress formal yet be feminine at the same time.

2. ALIA BHATT

For Filmfare Awards 2019, Alia Bhatt chose black corset gown that was nothing less than stunning.We all know that there are few occasions where a black outfit doesn’t work, but the trick lies in the details that make yours stand out among all. Alia Bhatt’s black gown featured black and silver embellishment throughout, with a corset bodice that highlighted her frame, and added right touch of drama to her red carpet look. The actor paired her look with hair tied back in a messy bun, smoky eyes, nude lips.Along with Deepika Padukone she proved that you can never go wrong with black!

3. SONAM KAPOOR

Fashion diva Sonam kapoor graced the red carpet in a hot pink number. She yet again prooved that there is no one like her who can pull off the red carpet look as good as she does! The structured gown looked so stunning on her body. And let’s not forget to mention the mermaid cut which is back in the fashion game!

4. JHANVI KAPOOR

Dhadak girl Janhvi Kapoor’s soft gold off-shoulder was a show stealer, don’t you all agree? Her minimal accessories and matching strappy heels made the outfit stand out. Given to her several glamorous red carpet appearances, it seems like Janhvi has taken some serious fashion notes from her cousin Sonam Kapoor!

5. RANBEER KAPOOR

Ranbir Kapoor who took home the award for Best Actor at the starry night was also one of the Best Dressed Men! We are totally drooling over his navy blue three-piece suit which he paired with a cute bow. Didn’t he look like the man of every girl’s dream? He sure did!

6. RANVEER SINGH

There is no such word as “extraordinary” in the fashion dictionary of Ranveer Singh! The actor who won the award for Best Actor (critics) looked best in a Versace jacket with vibrant golden and black floral print.

7. RAJKUMAR RAO

Raj Kummar Rao looked all things classy in a black suit with glitter detailing. His red carpet appearance was definitely a #StyleGoal for all the men out there! Rajkumar’s underrated fashion choices make him Bollywood’s modern-day style icon. Agreed?

8. KATRINA KAIF

Katrina kaif painted a pretty picture in a powder blue embellished gown which looked ravishing. Kat’s minimal earrings managed to balance the outfit pretty well. What do you think?

Story of two wedding planners in Delhi, where tradition meets with modern aspirations against the backdrop of BIG FAT INDIAN WEDDINGS.

(Stop thinking, start watching)

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Amazon prime released it’s all new orignal series “MADE IN HEAVEN” which I watched few days back and couldn’t resist to share my views on it. There is no reason for you to not like it.

Classy script, bang on dialogues, powerful topics, fabulous performances, perfect music, appropriate setting & a great plot.

Big fat Indian weddings are the talk of the town these days & this show takes you to a surprise tour of the behind the scenes chaos of it.

It discloses so many powerful topics, discussions on a girl’s virginity before marriage, betrayal in a relationship & the monetary greed behind it, union of a retired old couple, the difficulty of the LGBTQ community to earn acceptance from family & society and ofcaurse how can we forget demanding a dowry.

The aspirations of an Indian father, be it a billionaire or an office boy to marry off her daughter in the most lavish way possible & the pressures tagged along with it.
Every episode unfolding on its own pace.
Made in heaven is a change of taste from the much viewed gangster & romantic dramas.

THE NARRATIVE NOT ONLY ADDRESSES THESE ISSUES BUT ALSO LEAVES MUCH SPACE FOR THE VIEWERS FOR CONTEMPLATION AND SELF-INTERROGATION OF THE SOCIETY, THEIR IDENTITY, CUSTOMS, BELIEFS AND MARRIAGE AS AN INSTITUTION.

Surprise, subtle & clean performance by the 2 leads, ARJUN MATHUR & SOBHITA DHULIPALA
It’s really commendable how they both played their roles so effortlessly. Other cast also include
JIM SARBH, KALKI KOECHLIN, SHASHANK ARORA, SHIVANI & VINAY.

Last but not the least, the DIRECTION killed it! No words. Not entitled enough to write on it.

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Directed by- ZOYA AKHTAR, NITYA MEHRA, ALANKRITA SHRIVASTAVA, PRASHANT NAIR.
Starring- ARJUN MATHUR , SOBHITA DHULIPALA, JIM SARBH, KALKI KOECHLIN, SHASHANK ARORA, SHIVANI & VINAY.
Language – HINDI
Where to watch – AMAZON PRIME
Total episodes – 9
Average time per episode – 45 min.
Ratings – 4/5

MEET THE COLOR OF THE FUTURE: “Neo Mint”the color of spring and summer 2020.

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Color reflects every aspect of our lives but, until recently, fashion had a very long love affair with BLACK but the trends are changing with time.

In 2018, Millennial pink was the color which was loved by the MILLENNIALS, so that it’s named after them. Millennial Pink has gradually taken over the worlds of fashion, digital design, even kitchen appliances.

Kitchen in millennial pink color

Bollywood celebrities who rocked Millennial pink.

NEO MINT: The color of 2020

Now Move over, Millennial Pink — NEO MINT is the emerging color, according to London-based trend forecasting and analytics company WGSN.

“2020 will be the year when futuristic vision becomes reality,” said WGSN color director Jane Boddy in a blog post. “For years we’ve been imagining life in 2020, and now the worlds of technology and science are turning these dreams into reality.”

As we near 2020, we will see the clean, pure tone Neo Mint as the color of choice.

Neo Mint is a gender neutral colour oxygenating, fresh tone that connects science and technology with nature. “It has a cool, futuristic tech feel but also connects with plant life.

Boddy explained that she’s already seen Neo Mint in pieces by fashion-forward brands and on the pages of Instagram influencers, which is similar to how Millennial Pink gained a foothold in pop culture.
It seemed to open the doors for any colour to be popular among both genders, and neo mint has the softness that millennial pink had.

Neo mint color accessories

Bollywood actress AMY JAKSON rocking the neo mint green color

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FASHION WITH ANIMAL PRINTS

Animal print clothing are garments which have patterns of the skin or fur of animals like leopard, cheetah, zebra, tiger, Giraffe, Striped Hyena, African wild dog or monkey. Animal prints have remained popular since ancient times.

Different types of trendy animal prints

In the past few decades, celebrities and fashion designers, fashion and lifestyle bloggers have played a major role in bringing animal print into mainstream fashion. This evergreen trend is loved by all and the market is flooded with variety of animal prints.

Blogger and fashion influencer ‘THAT BOHOGIRL’ flaunting the TIGER and LEOPARD prints.

While tiger print might be impressive, it is undeniable that leopard print is the sexiest of the animal prints. Leopard print is the classic flavor of this season and rules the current fashion scenario.

MY OWN EXPERIENCE

These prints are something like magic, suits with almost every ocassion. Confused! How to dress for a party? Just pick any of such prints and you’re good to go.

And last but not the least THE GOLDEN RULE to remember while wearing animal print is never dress head to toe with this print. Here, the fashion trend is “less is more” so as to keep the look sophisticated and stylish.

GO & SLAYYYY!!!

Thanks for joining me!

Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton