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Mahgul Mania Ayesha Noon Khan takes us behind-the-scenes at Mahgul’s lawn shoot in Ubud, Indonesia
Hot Off The Streets Our cameras go roving at the ‘Spring Pop-Up’ in Karachi
One Piece, Three Ways Th chic Three hi ladies l di style t l a piece i by b Nasreen & Sadia
Style Anatomy h id d h t l Ayesha Farook H Hashwani decodes her style
BEYOND BASICS
Featuring Ideas Pret’s SS17 solids collection
Contents Society pages
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The Cut Our list of the best-dressed for the week
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Daily Grind Spend a day with nutritionist and weight loss consultant Tayabba Khan
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Mahgul Mania We go behind-the-scenes at Mahgul’s first lawn shoot with Ayesha Noon Khan in Ubud, Indonesia
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Shoot Ideas Pret showcases its latest collection
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The Vault Zara and Hina Fatima of Mochari showcase their shoe collection
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Style Anatomy Ayesha Farook Hashwani decodes her style
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One Piece, Three Ways Three style-savvy ladies work with a top by Nasreen & Sadia
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The Corner Get comfortable in Zeba Faruqui’s favourite space
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The Notepad Asma Tariq jots down the hair care products you need this season
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Hot Off ff The Streets Style-spotting from the ‘Spring Pop-Up’ in Karachi
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Beenish, Sehar Haji and Tinath Saeed
CHALAY THAY SAATH WITH WINGS
Syra Shehroz and Kent Leung
Wingitt hosts an evening of inventive culinary treats with the cast of the upcoming movie, Chalay Thay Saath in Karachi
Osama Tahir
Zeeshan, Sameer and Faris with a guest
Samiya Ansari
Zhalay Sarhadi
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Sana and Zeeshan Gaya
NEW VENTURES Fawad Khan and Sadaf Khan
Sadaf Fawad Khan exhibits her latest pret line ‘Silk’ by Fawad Khan in Dubai
Mr and Mrs Ramchandani
Iqra Reza, Mona Mariam and Sahar Kashif
Aleena Shah and Mona Masood
Khushboo
Maham Naqshband and Jena Yasir
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Samia Munir and Mahwish Faisal
Sania Ali and Alyezh Rahim Shirazi
Sana and Hina
DESIGNERS GALORE Dolce Vita Home and The Exhibit hold a summer expo in Lahore, housing more than 40 premium fashion and lifestyle brands under one roof
Natasha Kamal
Zoya Nasir
Shireen Rehman
Rehan Babar and Aden Rehan
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Amina Badar
Amna Babar
Aneela Shah
Maheen Kardar Ali
Khuban Omer Khan
Mahnoor Iqbal
Natasia Khalid and Faiza Lakhani
Aamna Haider Isani
Zainab Muhammad with her son
LAWN FEVER
Zainab Chottani launches her Spring/Summer lawn collection titled, ‘Sii Bello’, in Karachi
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Zainab Chottani
Hareem Faooq
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Maira Paganwala
Nida Shahbazker
Nadia Hussain
Mehreen Tabani
Momal Sheikh
Tehmina Khaled
Samra Muslim
Sonia Khan
Maha Burney
Maha Rizvi
Fizza Furqan
Hania Aamir
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Aiza Khan and Danish Taimoor
Ayesha Jatoi and Khadija
Bilal Ashraf and HSY
GLITZ AND GLAM Q-Mobile HUM Bridal Couture Week organises a three day bridal fashion extravaganza in Karachi
Sultana Siddiqui and Zeba Bakhtiar
Anoushey Ashraf
Sania Mastakiya and Umair Tabani
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Hira Hussain
Zhalay Sarhadi
Ghana Ali
Yasmeen Hashmi
Sumbul Iqbal
Natasha Singh
Sarah Lalani
Shehroz Sabzwari
Junaid Khan
Sanam Choudhry
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Farah Vayani
Alizeh Ahmad
Hajra Ismail
4 IN 1 — CREATIVE EXTRAVAGANZA Zeh Creations, The Nest, Choti Choti Khushiyan and Popsockets exhibit their collections at the ‘Spring Pop-Up’ in Karachi
Ruqayya Diwan Adamjee
Shahrina Hashwani and Harris Khawaja
Mariam Rahmatullah Mukaty
Imara Hashwani
Anusha Bawany
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Team Coca-Cola
THE SHOW MUST GO ON Lahore’s Glitterati was in full attendance at CocaCola’s showcase celebrating 70 years of Pakistan’s culture and heritage in Lahore
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Ali Akber Ali Hamza with his wife
Cybil Chowdhry
Naureen and Abuzar Bokhari
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Shammal Qureshi
Frieha Altaf
Areeba Habib
Hira Shah
Nooray Bhatti
Najam Sethi
Sadaf Zarrar
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Sana Sarfaraz
Neha Maneka, Zoya Nasir and Shanzay Sheikh
Rishmae and Sonia Azhar
REFRESHING PRINTS Sonia Azhar launches her limited edition luxury lawn at Mall One, Lahore
Amina Tahir
Mahgul and Ramshay Sheikh
Hira and Minahil
Sumbal and Amna Khan
Alishay Omer and Rabia
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Ilham and Haleema
Nazish, Maleeha and Gohar
Rabia and Faisal
Amna Monnoo and Anna Jawad
Laraib Khar and Mehak Elahi
Nishat and Aamir Mazhar
Sidra and Maleeha
Rabia
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Momin Malik and Gulrukh Shafiq Aamna Taseer and Iram Aftab
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER Gulrukh and Momin host a sangeet in Lahore
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Abeera Hamza
Ilham Rokhri
Farrukh Shafiq
Komal Malik
Faiza Farooq
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Bakhtawar Malik
Ayesha Sana
Zeest Asad
Mariam Khokhar
Daneese Ali with guest
Suniya Shafiq and Naila Iqbal
Rushna Shahjahan
Sundas Manan
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Unforgettable looks of the week!
THE CUT
FASHION
Anusheh Shahid Anusheh wears a super-fun tunic by Élan with distressed jeans and gold, strappy heels. By belting the top she adds shape to her outfit and this sure does take her look up a notch!
Nausheen Shah Nausheen is right on trend in matching metallic separates by Umaima Mustafa. We love that she styles her outfit simply and lets this super-fun ensemble do all the talking!
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Seher Tareen Seher carries the white ‘Tarkashi Coat’ from her label, Studio S, with style and grace. Her Manolo Blahnik heels add the right amount of glamour to this understated-chic outfit.
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Sania Maskatiya and Umair Tabani These two are fashion’s favourite siblings for a reason! We love Sania in a cutwork jacket over an all-white ensemble paired with Dior’s it-heels of the season. Umair too makes the perfect partner-in-crime in a casual polo and classic blue jeans.
LIFESTYLE
Da i ly
Grind
WITH TAYYABA KHAN Nutritionist and weig ght loss consultant at South B e a c h Clinics takes us thro ough her day. Find out all the h e a l t h tips you need to kno o w f ro m the expert herself!
7am: The alarm goes off but I hit snoozee and go back to sleep.
7:30am: I finally get up to feed my 10-monnt nthh ol o d baby. I then wake up and have a glass ooff plalain i warm in water with one tablespoon of finelyy gr grou ouunded flaxseed. It gets my metabolism gooing! After feeding her, I put her back to bed, as she usuallyy dozes off again. I also go back to bed e , as I’m not ot a morning person at all.
9am: I wake up one last time and get myy day startedd. I usually have two glasses of water beefo fore re breakkfast. faa Drinking water first thing in the mornnin ingg heelps reev up metabolism. I make it a rule to eat witthi h n 30 minutes of waking up. Breakfast is my fa favo voour u ititee meal of the day. I end up having a pie iece ce of frfrui uit,t,, two wo slices of whole wheat bread with onne ne tab a lesppoo oonn of peanut butter and a cup of green teea. ea
11am: I spend time with my daughter andd fa fami milylyl . Af Afte terr thhat te I work on the diet plans for new paatients. s. I bel elie ieeve in giving a balanced and personalissed se di diet et to alll myy patients. It’s important to know thatt ev everyo ever yone ne has ne a a different physiology and lifestyle, soo the hee die iett ha hass to to be tailored accordingly. APRIL 16-22 2017
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12pm: I do my daily cardio which comprises of brisk walking or jogging for 35-40 minutes.
1pm: I get ready for work and have my lunch. It is mostly comprised of protein, healthy carbs and salad. On most days I either have grilled or stir fried chicken with vegetables, or minced mutton. Although I love rice I try to have brown rice instead of white rice.
2pm: I get to work and start seeing my patients. I usually have back-to-back appointments. There are always new patients and existing ones who come for their follow-ups. I usually advise people to concentrate on making small changes in their daily routine. I don’t believe in detoxes so I don’t advocate extreme diets. I believe a balanced lifestyle is very important for a healthy body and mind.
6pm: I’m done with work by 6pm. I then go through my appointments for the following day and discuss all work-related issues with my colleague, Dr Sarwat. We go over patient’s cases and discuss their progress.
7pm: After seeing my patients back-to-back, I’m ready to head home and spend time with my family.
8pm: I play with my daughter and spend time with my mother-in-law. We catch up on each other’s day.
9pm: I end up having dinner by 9pm as I sleep really late. Dinner is either daall with sabzii or fish with vegetables. I have a sweet tooth, so sometimes I end up having a piece of dark chocolate after dinner.
10pm: I put my daughter to bed and spend time with my husband. We usually end up watching something on Netfltfltflix. On the weekends we spend time with our friends, as it is hard to find time during the week.
1am: I usually try to read before going to bed, which is becoming increasingly diffiffifficult these days as I have a 10-month-old baby and I try to get as much shuteye as I can.
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By Maha Rizvi Style-star, a full-time mother and ace designer Mahgul Rashid’s closest pal, Ayesha Noon Khan, takes us behind-the-scenes at Mahgul for Al Zohaib Textiles’ latest lawn collection. Follow us to Ubud, Indonesia to find out why Mahgul’s debut lawn collection is such a sensation already
The journey: was never ending! I have flying anxiety, which I have been battling for eight years now, and somewhere in my head I thought the flight Doha onwards was five and a half hours. So we board the flight from Lahore to Doha still making our way through the isle and Mahgul casually mentioned that the flight from Doha to Ubud is 10 hours long. I wanted to run off the aircraft at that point. I counselled myself all the way to Bali – this lawn defifinitely made me a stronger person! The food: everything there was organic and fresh. There were lots of smoothies and exotic juices. More than mineral water, Indonesian’s drink coconut water which was amazing. The best thing we ate there APRIL 16-22 2017
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were these cod croquettes at a restaurant called Hujan Locale, a must try for anyone visiting Ubud. The weather: The weather there is similar to our monsoon season. Strong sun, rain showers and extreme humidity. It was awesome for the skin but a defifinite bye-bye to good hair days! The model: The model was super-professional. She flew in from Australia for the shoot. Hair and make-up calls would start at 5:30am everyday, and she was always on time and never complained once about the food, being tired or uncomfortable. She was excellent to work with and stunning to look at! The schedule: was tight. We had a total of three days, one day to scout locations and two days to shoot a total of 28 outfifits including cover shots and editorials. We would be ready to shoot by 7-7:30am. The shoot would go on till the light allowed, so the team had 12-13 hour days. However, we all had such a blast and everybody was so professional that it felt like more of a holiday. The hotel: Our production manager recommended that we should stay at the location where we were meant to shoot and booked us at this fabulous eco-resort called Bambu Indah. American architect and jewellery designer, John Hardy has curated it. It has breath-takiing views and incredible raw architecture, but it defifinitely isn’t for the faint-hearted. I defifinitely recommend it to nature lovers visiting Ubu ud. Foreigners understanding of lawn: was very limited. Theyy hadn’t seen the material before and weren’t familiar with the concept of the three-piece shalwar kamizz and dupatta. However everyone was totally intrigued by Mahgul for Al Zohaib Textiles’ prints and they say kept saying how the dupattas’ would make such beautiful sarongs.
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How long did it take you to find the perfect location? The process to find the perfect location was one of the hardest parts of the journey. Essentially it started while we were still in Lahore. We first spoke to the production team in Bali, gave them a project brief and shared the Mahgul for Al Zohaib Textiles lawn mood boards, after which they started scouting locations for the campaign. The production head then sent us images of various locations that we narrowed down while in Lahore. After getting to Ubud we physically went to check those places and of course there was the stressful chopping, changing and relocating but luckily we found some gorgeous properties, perfect for the shoot. How many locations did you look at? We looked at four or five locations out of which it was narrowed down to two. On the first day we shot at Bambu Indah and were thrilled with the results of day one. While wrapping up on set the production manager came to us and said that the next day’s location had fallen through. So here we were thinking it was time to finally relax and unwind, but sitting without a location at 6pm we were ready to drown ourselves in the resort’s natural spring pools! The production team was very supportive and helped us narrow down a few more places. We all loaded up in our van and drove around Ubud to find a new location. Finally we visited a fabulous place called Warrick Ibah. An old properly which was previously owned by royalty, it was exactly what we were looking! What was your favourite location and why? Bambu Indah for me was just stupendous! I’m heavily inspired by nature and the raw, natural vibe of the resort was nothing less than therapeutic. A perfect 10/10! APRIL 16-22 2017
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List three unexpected things that happened at the shoot: 1. So we are at Lahore airport and we see our photographer Alee Hassan (who was meant to have left for Ubud on a separate flflight)! Apparently when he arrived at the checkin counter earlier that evening the airline informed him that the agent booked him for the 20th of April instead of the 20th of March. There was absolute chaos, as he had to be rebooked to leave with us two hours later. God bless Amir Rashid, Mahgul’s husband, for saving the day because this shoot couldn’t happen without Alee’s genius, I still don’t know how he managed it! 2. The location getting cancelled last minute in Ubud. 3. We were down in the make-up area and everything just started shaking. First we thought that someone was jumping around because the stilted cabin was purely made of wood and bamboo, but we soon realised it was an earthquake and ran out, It surely got our adrenalin going for the shoot! What was your favourite Mahgul lawn design? One that is pale-grey with white embroidery, it has white pants and a a — it’s printed black and white dupatta amazing so be sure to keep a look out for that one. Then there is one with a green and white geometric print shirt and black and cream pants. What I love most about it is that the dupatta a is lawn (not silk) and is completely embroidered in Mahgul’s signature chaddarr style, making it an extremely versatile piece that can be used in so many ways. There is also this lotus print, which I really adore. She made a conventional three-piece suit for it but also developed a gorgeous lawn sari with it, a defifinite number for summer dinners and dholkis! What was the strangest thing you ate? I wouldn’t call it strange, but this drink called jamu u was very interesting. It’s a turmeric drink that is made with lemon juice and ginger. It is high in antioxidants and is often referred to as the drink of life. It has a slightly bitter taste but I found it quite delicious — it is served everywhere in Ubud.
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What was your favourite shot from this shoot? One of my favourites was the first image that was released. It’s a very intense shot of just her eyes with the rest of the face covered by one of the dupattass in beautiful hues of greens, blues and yellows. And of course all the sari shots are just gorgeous. Name a new friend you made on set: Our taxi driver Joko! He was our handyman, tour guide and he assisted us on set — he’s quite multitalented. If I go back to Ubud he would be the first person I would call. Rosario, our Italian make-up artist who recently worked in Bombay for two years and had a good understanding of our culture and traditions. He was very open and down-to-earth, and became a good friend. Did you learn anything new about Mahgul on this shoot? I’ve always connected with Mahgul on her fashion aesthetic but after observing her through this process I feel she’s an even bigger genius. For someone who doesn’t wear lawn let alone design it, the way she harnessed the challenge and made it her own was amazing. At a time when designers were shooting their lawn campaigns, Mahgul had just signed her first lawn deal. In two months, understanding, designing, styling and shooting 28 prints is nothing less than remarkable. But more than that it was the honesty to her work which was the real spirit carrying this campaign. She was relentless and there was no compromise at any point, I have nothing but admiration and respect for her work ethic!
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FEATURE
THE VAULT WITH ZARA AND HINA FATIMA Footwear designers and the proud owners of Mochari, talk about their trendy yet traditional shoe collection
How and when did you get interested in shoes? Our passion for shoes has always been there. Since the time we started wearing our black school shoes, we wanted to make them look preppy. We decided to materialise the passion into an experiment, and wanted people to invest in shoes that reflects on our culture and what Pakistan offers. So here we are! What are your favourite shoes from your collection? There are many! Both of us have different favourites, but we do share mutual love for some of our shoes. ‘The Peshawaris’ and ‘The Lace Shoes’ are two such shoes. They are also our best sellers. Is there any shoe that you are emotionally attached to and why? The very second ‘The Peshawaris’ came off the shoe mould our grandmother took it and said, “you guys can wait till the launch, I’m wearing it now”. This story dates back to December 2014 and ever since then she has been wearing them. That shoe is one of Mochari’s top sellers. It swipes off the racks within seconds of being restocked. Share a story with us about how you acquired one of your favourite shoes: Our best sellers in the beginning were ‘The Peshawaris’ and back then we only had one thing in mind that whatever we make should reflect our rich heritage. So our whole Eid collection consisted of peshawari sandals. Before this only men wore peshawaris so we made sure to use hand embroidery and indigenous cloth that would attract hesitant women to wear something androgynous. Soon the trends and mind-sets changed and they became our best sellers.
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Is there anything on your radar that you want to make in the future? Since Pakistan has a diverse culture and this is reflected in our attire, we have been thinking of introducing accessories to Mochari. These accessories would incorporate materials that are readily available in our country and will be an amalgamation of traditional and modern aesthetics.
WITH AYESHA FAROOK HASHWANI
FASHION
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How would you describe your body type? I would say I have a swimmers body type — I have broad shoulders but I am narrow at the hips. Has your body type changed over the last five years? Not really. Maybe I am a little less toned since I have become irregular as of late with my workouts. I tend to skip meals thinking I will maintain something. Yes, it’s a misconception but it feels good. How has your style changed over the years? I love going with the trends of the moment though I’m not a martyr if its not flattering. My style hasn’t really changed too much. I follow a relaxed look in the day, usually opting for a jumpsuit or cargo pants with a t-shirt. In the evenings I go for a more refined look in case I have to step out and more importantly, to feel like work is over! In your opinion what is your most troublesome area? None in particular and I am definitely not pointing it out. Why draw attention to a troublesome area if it’s (hopefully) not noticeable! How do you dress your body according to your body type? I am age appropriate for sure. I love flared, wrap trousers with blouses or a silk t-shirt. I also love long wrap dresses and kaftans. In your opinion what is the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing here? When they follow trends or styles because others wear them. Which silhouettes suit your body the most? Either fitted trousers with an oversized blouse, or a long dress with a scooped back and a high, front slit for the evening. What is the one piece of clothing that you shy away from wearing and why? Short dresses! It just throws my frame off and honestly I just don’t think it looks classy on me.
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his versatile white tunic with cutwork embroidery is an example of the designers’ elevated aesthetic. The designers’ remark: “We love how each of the women here, have put a unique and summer-ready spin on our ‘Dolmen Sleeve Tunic’. These ensembles prove that this top can be worn at home or on a holiday abroad, throughout the day or in the evening, whether your style is classic or edgy.
WITH NASREEN & SADIA
While trends fade, style remains eternal and one piece can be put together in many diff iff fferent ways. In this feature we have three fashionistas showing us how to put together an item from a designers collection, according to their own individual style and taste!
Ayesha Umer Finance Professional
My personal style is classic and understated. I think this breezy Nasreen & Sadia blouse is so comfortable and perfect for spring. I wore it belted with skinny jeans and accessorised with metallic Cole Haan flats and a casual clutch. This outfit would be a cute option to wear at any relaxed, daytime gathering.
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Madyha Farooqui Jewellery Designer and Founder, The Gem Suite
I typically mix casual, androgynous clothing and accessories with contrasting glamorous pieces. Leather leggings are my wardrobe staple for the day or night. I styled this pretty Nasreen & Sadia top, with a black lace camisole and leather leggings worn with edgy Camila Skovgaard heels. A chic teal, satin clutch from Fendi added a pop of colour. My go-to accessories are diamonds set in rose gold, and so I accessorised with pieces from my jewellery line.
Beenish Rana Designer
I believe being elegant and classy never fails to charm. White is a classic for the summer and always maintains its grace. I styled the Nasreen & Sadia top with a pair of comfy, blue bell-bottoms to break the monotonous colour. This style will also aid in beating the heat this summer. Fashion accessories always incite the beauty of a look. Hence, I accessorised with a chunky, topaz ring and a pendant, which provokes a simple, yet poised look.
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ACCESSORIES
TOPaDRAWER Spruce up your outfi tfi fits with our selection of the trendiest pearl accessories in town — these are sure to take your yo look up a notch h!
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INTERIORS
THE CORNER WITH ZEBA FARUQUI A sonologist and the interior designer behind MAZE Interiors, invites us to her unique corner By Maha Rizvi
Recliners from Bangkok
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e visit Zeba Faruqui’s home on a chilly Karachi evening. As we wait by the intricately detailed, large, dark-wood door, reminiscent of another era, we can’t help but observe the textured walls, the antique tiles and the fi ne craftsmanship evident on the entrance door. The door opens. Contemporary furniture occupies the home, while pristine white walls, modern fl ooring, and abstract paintings lighten up the house. As we walk towards our host’s favourite corner, we notice an eclectic mix of antique accents around the house. Faruqui greets us warmly and walks us up to her terrace. While we glance at the serene view of Karachi, she says: “This spot reminds me of the courtyards that my parents used to have in their homes decades ago. This is a very private area for me, no matter what time of day it is; you’ll always find me sitting here. If I’m up around Fajr, I come to see
Restored tiles from a haveli in Hyderabad
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the sunrise and hear the birds chirping. The day is just beginning and I can feel that energy. In the evening, while I’m out here having my tea, I hear the labourers play their flutes and string instruments, which serves as great backdrop music.” Faruqui further explains that she finds her terrace to be relaxing, and that she is always in a pensive, reflective mood when out here. What we find most striking and what reflects beautifully in the space is Faruqui’s unique eye and imagination. She tells us about various pieces which she has collected from different parts of the world, has restored or designed and gotten handmade under her supervision. As we look around the corner, observing each piece carefully we are taken by how perfectly they all blend with each other. “I’ve put together pieces overtime from many of my travels. For example these recliners are from Bangkok and the tiles were restored from a haveli, which was being broken down in Hyderabad. I remember standing with the contractor, trying to figure out how to fit all the pieces, as there were only a specific number of tiles. The tiles are faded and have a very rustic look, in fact there are even cracks on the steps, but I think that’s what adds character,” Faruqui smiles. Similarly we also discover a wooden, rocking chair, which belonged to Faruqui’s sister’s father-in-law. Her sister was throwing the chair away, but Faruqui decided to keep it and claims that it is where she feels most in control. She directs our attention towards an enchanting champa tree, which unfortunately isn’t in full bloom, but in its season she says it is a beautiful shade of maroon. We then ask Faruqui her favourite memory on this terrace to which she answers: “Behind the terrace there is a mulberry tree, and when my daughters were young, I’d give them baskets and they would pluck and eat from it. It reminds me of the good old days when my children would listen to me!” she laughs. We leave Faruqui’s charming home, mesmerised by the creativity and authenticity of her captivating space. It is personal, unique and a corner which truly is made with unconditional thought, love and care.
BEAUTY
THE NOTEPAD Asma Tariq of Asma T Salon jots down the seven must-have hair care products by L’Oréal Paris for every hair type! Liss Unlimited by L’Oréal Professional Straight hair is always in! If you’re looking for long lasting results, use L’Oréal’s ‘Liss Unlimited’. The product is enriched with keratin oil’s complex technology of amino acids and wheat protein, which mimic the hair’s natural keratin structure to instantly strengthen and protect hair.
Bain Fluidealiste by Kerastase Soft and smooth looks are in; so tame your unruly hair to ultimate smoothness with ‘Bain Fluidealiste’. With its soft, creamy, pearlescent texture, this sulphate-free shampoo is made with a formula developed for over-processed hair. This product achieves the remarkable feat of creating rich, abundant lather while also respecting the integrity of hair fibre weakened by straightening or colour treatments.
Specifique Bain Prevention Shampoo by Kerastase If you are worried about hair loss, it’s time to stop worrying because Kerastase can help! Try ‘Specifique Bain Prevention Shampoo’ to stop hair fall within days. This everyday shampoo helps reduce the risk of hair loss by soothing and normalising the scalp. It contains soothing agents, anti-dandruff agents and anti-bacterial agents, which have a balancing action on your scalp and will enable your hair to stay strong and healthy for longer.
Elixir Ultime 24K Gold Oil by Kerastase For the ultimate hair get Kerastase’s ‘Elixir Ultime 24K Gold Oil’. Use it everyday and you will see your hair transform. ‘Elixir Ultime Oil’ is a versatile, beautifying treatment made using four precious oils: corn germ, argan, camellia and pracaxi.
Nectar Thermique Hair Milk by Kerastase High-volume salon style hair is in, but you can save on your blow-dry using Kerastase’s ‘Nectar Thermique Hair Milk’, which is available according to your hair type. Experience 85 per cent less breakage from blow-dries, while nourishing your hair fibre. This hair milk smoothes dull and rough surfaces for an intense shine and is excellent for leave-in care.
Force Architecte Reconstructing Masque by Kerastase Your hair is breaking because of styling, but you don’t have to stop! Use ‘Force Architecte Reconstructing Masque’ for brittle, damaged hair. This lightweight conditioner provides instant detangling, and rebuilds and strengthens the hair fibre.
Mythic Oil by L’Oréal Professional Oil your hair with L’Oréal Professional’s ‘Mythic Oil’ or use it, as a leave in serum to make your everyday hair smoother. ‘Mythic Oil’ combats dry, brittle hair and smoothes the hair shaft while adding an intense shine. It is immediately absorbed for a lightweight feel and finish. APRIL 16-22 2017
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SOCIAL CALENDER
Acting Workshops With Khalid Ahmad
T2F,, Karachi
April 16
Karachi, learn some tips from one of the most respected names in theatre! Khalid Ahmad will be coming to The Second Floor (T2F) to conduct acting classes. This extensive workshop will be a learning experience for beginners who have pursued acting as a hobby and have not been formally trained in the discipline. Classes will be held twice a week over a period of two months. The registration fee is Rs15,000. For more information, call 021-35389033.
PLAN OF ACTION Don’t miss out on these upcoming events in your city!
The Master Class by Huma Naz Sethi
L’ecole For Advanced Studies, Karachi
Karachi, get ready for ‘The Master Class 2017’ — now bigger, better, and brighter! This one-day event provides you with the rare opportunity to learn all the basic concepts and skills of O-Level History and Geography from the famous author of Environment of Pakistann, Huma Naz Sethi. With her teaching experience of more than 10 years, she has the expertise, talent, and the knowledge to teach you everything that is important for your A-Level and O-Level Pakistan Studies exam, all in one master class! The class will be held from 9am to 7pm.
Pre-Eid Carnival
Sunset Club, Karachi
April 22
Karachi, it’s time for some retail therapy, as Ayesha Designs will be exhibiting at the Sunset Club. The label promises more interesting and appealing designs than ever before. The exhibition will start at 11am and end at 11pm. Find more information regarding tickets and registrations on their Facebook event.
Jooti Shooti at Daachi Exhibition
Lahore Grande, Lahore April 22—24 Lahore, get your hands on some beautiful hand-painted khussayss as Jooti Shooti will be exhibiting at Daachi for the third time. We already have our eyes on a couple of spring inspired khussayss from their latest collection. The exhibition will start around 10am and end by 10pm. For more queries visit Facebook.com/jootishooti
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April 16
Benazir Literary Festival Alhamra Arts Council, Lahore April 17—19 Lahore, Alhamra Arts Council presents the ‘Benazir Literary Festival’, which will host book fairs, theatre, sessions on literature and politics along with much more. The event will start at 2pm and end by 10pm. You may purchase tickets and passes at the Alhamra Arts Council.
International Sports Tourism Expo and Conference
Expo Centre, Lahore
April 22—23
Lahore, the Government of Punjab has initiated a series of projects to help restore and promote the tourism and sports sectors of Pakistan, both nationally and internationally. The first key event of this initiative is the upcoming ‘International Sports Tourism Expo and Conference’. The event will start around 9am and end by 6pm. Come support tourism and sports in Pakistan!
FASHION
HOT OFF THE
STREETS Our cameras go style-spotting at The Nest, Zeh Creations, Choti Choti Kushiyan and Popsocket’s ‘Spring Pop-Up’ in Karachi. Here we find casual-chic style statements paired with the hottest accessories!
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GymTonic GymTonic is the fresh face of fitness in Lahore. The gym offers functional training, weight training, group classes and personal training. This no-nonsense gym encourages an athletic fitness method to help you achieve your goals. Those of you looking to amp up your fitness routine must give them a try! The gym is located on 160/2 H-Block, DHA 2 in Lahore. To learn more, find them on Facebook.com/ gymtonicpk or visit their Instagram page @gymtonicpk
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The Innovation The Innovation specialises in accessories but the brand also carries jewellery, apparel, footwear and home décor items. The business guarantees that everything is 100 per cent handmade. We have our eye on these cobalt-blue khussay, which are perfect for a casual day out! To browse through their collection visit them on Facebook.com/ theinnovationhandmadeaccessories or call them on 0343-6381438 for more information.
RADAR The Vault We have our eyes on this recently launched store in Emerald Mall, Karachi. The Vault stocks authentic, imported shoes, make-up products, bags and children’s apparel. Ladies, be sure to check out the latest collection of designers such as Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren. We can’t wait to visit them for some retail therapy! Browse through their selection on their Instagram page @thevault203
Gul Ahmed’s Orchid Frenzy collection Gul Ahmed launches it’s much awaited Spring/Summer collection volume II titled ‘Orchid Frenzy’. The collection is now available in stores nationwide. The collection comprises of unstitched pieces, available in a versatile colour range and designs. The collection is an embodiment of Gul Ahmed’s signature colour palette punctuated with quality light weight fabrics, floral and feminine prints. The line allows you to beat the heat in style and is styled in a way that is sure to take your summer wardrobe up a notch. For more information log onto www.gulahmedshop.com
Women Empowerment Programs at Artistic Milliners The powerhouse organisation, Artistic Milliners encourages women empowerment through various projects. Some of these include the HER Project, a program designed to support a healthy lifestyle for women and the PACE (Personal Empowerment and Career Enhancement) program which received outstanding recognition last year at the AGM of Clinton Global Initiative. Artistic Milliners also promotes adult literacy for women. The company commenced its Adult Literacy Program in October 2016 in collaboration with Literate Pakistan. The program educates adults within six months to a level where they can read and write in Urdu and acquire basic numerical skills. Kudos to Artistic Milliners for taking such vital initiatives! To learn more about these enriching programmes, email faiza.jamil@artisticmilliners.com APRIL 16-22 2017
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