FEBRUARY 17-23 2019
The
Cut
A round-up of the best dressed of the week
Fitness
First
Hadiyya Aazer talks about her fitness journey
One Piece Three Ways One on
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We go behind the scenes with team Souchaj
Three style-savvy ladies work with Esfir’s new collection
Contents Society Pages
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The Cut A round-up of the best dressed of the week
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Shoot Sapphire showcase their latest collection
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One On One Mehr Khan and Mehak Malik of Souchaj get candid
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Hot Off The Streets All the inspiration you need for the perfectly styled bun
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Fitness First Hadiyya Aazer talks about her fitness journey
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One Piece Three Ways Three style-savvy ladies work with Esfir’s latest jewel collection
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TEdit Reports A round-up of what’s happening locally and around the globe
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Fashion Editor: Amber Liaqat
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Momina and Hamza
Rubia Moghees
Neha Maneka
JEWELS GALORE
Sonica Jewellers Signature host an exclusive preview of their grand bridal hall in Lahore
Xille Huma
Zahra Naveed Guests
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Hadiyya Aazer Annie Shoaib
Maha Hassan
Laraib Zahra
Areej Fatima
Mahnoor Iqbal
Momina Myda Malik
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Dr Kanwal and Team Venus
Madiha and Seyham
HOLLYWOOD’S BEST KEPT SECRET
Venus Aesthetics organise an open day in Lahore
Dr Saba and Mr Ali
Mahum and Armish
Osama
Fatima and Abdullah
Mr and Mrs Ikram Quershi
Seher
Zainab Cheema FEBRUARY 17-23 2019
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Ghous Aimal Khan
Dr Uzair Ikram
Muaaz Fartashia
Iman Ali Munshi
Salman Umair Mirza
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Amena Shariq Shafi Team Nishat Linen
FASHION ATELIER
Nishat Linen opens its doors to their biggest flagship store in Lahore
Marium Altaf Nayab Qayyum and Sara Sohail
Momal Ahmed
Lara Mudhwal
Shehryar and Bushra Mustafa FEBRUARY 17-23 2019
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Rubia Moghees
Mahnoor Saleem Khan
Maryam Shami
Mishayl Hussain
Muaaz Sajal Aly Zainab Reza
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Mishal Shami
Aamina
Kanwal Malik
Maliha Aziz
Nidhi Lalchaldani
ALL ABOUT LOVE
Boulevard One hosts an exhibition of couture and accessories in Dubai
Shamsha Hashwani Samina Sana Zahoor and Amna Tabba
Saadia Sheikh and Asma Idris
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Unforgettable looks of the week!
THE CUT
FASHION
Alishay Adnan Alishay takes a dip in shades of brown. She pairs her matching co-ord set with a fur stole and metallic heels. With hair middle parted and brown smokey eyes, Alishay is a solid 10/10.
Amna Ilyas Amna looks ultra-chic in a polka dotted summer dress! She teams her outfit with matching mules and a black cross body bag. With big curls and trendy sunnies Amna looks effortlessly chic!
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Mahira Khan Mahira is epitome of perfection in this La Bourjoisie gown. With a long trail and embellished bodice, she is raising the style quotient and is definitely ready for another season of Cannes!
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Zahra Malik Zahra is a real head turner in this monochrome look. She adds a pop of colour to her outfit with a colourful fur stole and a matching bag to complete her look perfectly- winter outfit inspo for brunch right there!
Ayesha Omar Ayesha is giving us major boho vibes in this printed dress. With a little bling and fuss-free hair and make-up she lets her outfit do the talking!
SHOES
BORJAN CHECKERED SNEAKERS - RS1,190
ALDO RED LACE UP TRAINERS - RS9,016
After scouring the streets at fashion week and dominating street style with full force, it’s clear that sneaker trends are anything but basic. Devout sneaker head or fellow fashion follower, you can’t n’t ignore (or resist) these flashy kicks! CHARLES AND KEITH FLATFORM SNEAKERS - PRICE ON REQUEST
BORJAN GREY AND PINK SNEAKERS - RS2,190
DARAZ.PK TAUNTTE PINK SNEAKERS - RS3,647
MANGO LEATHER PANEL SNEAKERS - RS8,990
CHARLES AND KEITH LOVE OVERSIZED SNEAKERS - PRICE ON REQUEST
MANGO SOLE SOCK SNEAKERS - RS7,990
MANGO LACE UP SNEAKERS - RS6,990
ALMAS CHUNKY TRAINERS - RS3,400
SASSY STORE PIPER SNEAKERS - RS4,950
OUTFITTERS CHUNKY SOLE SNEAKERS - RS1,750
TAUNTTE MESH SNEAKERS - RS6,370
MANGO PLATFORM LACE UP SNEAKERS - RS6,990 PEDRO VELVET SNEAKERS - RS7,540
ALMAS 3D FLORAL SNEAKERS - RS2,300
UNZE LONDON TASSIA RIBBON TRAINERS - RS3,199
UNZE LONDON SAVINA TRAINERS - RS3,199
PEDRO COLOURBLOCK CHUNKY SNEAKERS - RS13,207
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CHARLES AND KEITH MULTI COLOURED SNEAKERS - PRICE ON REQUEST
LIFE STYLE
With
Souchaj
Deriving inspiration from Pakistan’s culture and heritage, Souchaj has put forward some exceptionally classic and elegant designs which lead to the label winning acclaim in a short span of time. We catch up with Mehr Khan and Mehak Malik to talk about the evolution of their fashion label, Souchaj, the design process and their vision for the future
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How did you two come together to embark on the journey of creating Souchaj? Our husbands supported and encouraged us for something more than ‘round the clock’ jobs and that is how it all took off. How has your work evolved since you began your own label? In the past two years, taking inspiration from our rich tradition, culture and heritage, Souchaj has introduced bridal couture and luxury formalwear that exudes class and elegance. True to its name, the brand itself stands for, “Soucha” meaning pure and “Chajj” meaning perfection and love for finesse. During this time, we have not only developed in design and creativity but our systems and procedures have also become more professional and defined. Hierarchy has also developed which is rather flat but very efficient. What is the best lesson you have learned along the way? The best lesson that we’ve learned is that there are no mistakes, only lessons. Even if something goes wrong, we take it as a challenge and work it into something beautiful. The designs that you create are incredible, who and what do you consider your inspiration? Staying true to our traditional Pakistani roots, we came up with the idea of Souchaj. Our main design philosophy is our classic handwork combined with the use of timeless silhouettes featuring luxe fabric and exotic colours through which the sheer richness of our culture shines through. Our biggest inspiration is nature and besides that, we derive inspiration from pieces of art as well such as sculptures and paintings. Where do you see Souchaj in the next five years? I would really want to see our label
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being associated with originality and purity all over the globe, and for its beautiful name Souchaj, to be spoken only in the upper echelons of the fashion industry. What is the typical design process like for team Souchaj? Inspiration doesn’t always just happen at the snap of a finger. The key to creating a great collection is to understand the customer’s needs and preferences. Usually our design process starts with global research and forecasting followed by the local market fads. Inspiration can come from anywhere and anything no matter how beautiful or bizarre it is. The philosophy behind our design process is very much innate and subjective and it remains close to the local roots and culture that is the core essence of the brand. How would you describe current Pakistani fashion aesthetics? The consumer in Pakistan is very fashion savvy and completely abreast with the latest fashions trends around the globe. At the same time they value their heritage and tradition so embrace contemporary with traditional very well. If you could pick anyone from history, (living or deceased, from fiction or reality), who would you most love to see wearing your designs? I would love to dress Queen Rania of Jordan. There is no doubt that she is one of the most stylish royals in the world. In your opinion what are the pros and cons of running a business as friends? Our relationship has only become stronger than before. There are no formalities as we have become more upfront with each other and that has really done wonders for us as a team. What’s next for the brand? Success!
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Karisma Kapoor
Deepika Padukone
Amna Babar
Ayesha Omar
HOT OFF THE
STREETS
Hair buns have always been a popular hairstyle at weddings. We’ve rounded up some ideas to style your tresses. Find all the inspiration you need here with these perfectly sleek hair buns! Alishay Adnan
Zehra Saleem
Salima Feerasta
Sonam Kapoor
Maya Ali Mahira Khan Kareena Kapoor
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FITNESS
With
Hadiyya Aazer PR guru and the lady behind Social.inc, Hadiyya Aazer talks to us about her weight loss journey. Growing up with a sweet tooth, Hadiyya still manages to enjoy her sinful desserts without altering her healthy habits. She shares with us her achievements, struggles and future health goals
What caused your weight to spiral out of control? I have always been a little overweight. I have always loved to eat and have had a major sweet tooth since childhood. At what point did you decide it was time to start losing weight? When I turned 30 last year, I thought to myself if I don’t lose weight now, I will end up developing health issues which I don’t want. What have been your greatest obstacles in the process of losing weight? Because of my weight, I used to feel tired and exhausted after working out. My knees would ache and so would my back but I was determined to stay focused. Thanks to my trainer Haseeb Mirza, for always keeping me motivated and pushing me towards my goal. FEBRUARY 17-23 2019
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What goals did you achieve this past year? I started my weight loss journey in July 2018 and I have lost 32kg since. What specific changes have you made that are working for you? Portion control and working out first thing in the morning. What is your best piece of advice for those just starting to exercise? If you think you can’t do it because you are overweight, you are telling yourself a lie. I was 120kg when I started exercising and if I can do it you can too. What is your favourite healthy food to eat? I’m not a fan of cooking so I like easy meals. My favourite is two boiled eggs along with a cucumber. What is your favourite cheat meal? I don’t really do cheat meals; more like cheat bites I’d say. If I’m craving something I would take one bite of that. As I have a sweet tooth I’m almost always craving something sweet so rather than having a whole dessert, I just treat myself to one bite and I’m good. What is your least favourite healthy food to eat? Green veggies. When it comes to eating well what are your top recommendations? Try to drink as much water as you can. Vegetables are important, because if
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you don’t eat your vegetables, you will end up getting constipated. How do you manage to make time for yourself between parenting and working? It’s important to plan your day. I work out first thing in the morning and that keeps me active throughout the day. What is your favourite form of cardiovascular exercise and why? My favourite form of cardio is workout ropes and jumping jacks. I enjoy cardio as it gives a boost of energy and burns more calories. What is the target that you have set and how close are you to achieving it? I currently weigh 87kg; my target is to hit 65kg by May. What motivates you to continue with this lifestyle? An excessive weight loss of 33kg has given me a lot of reasons to keep going. I feel good about myself, I love dressing up, I love how people appreciate me and are inspired by me. I hope I keep inspiring people towards having a healthy lifestyle.
FASHION
WITH ESFIR
While trends fade, style remains eternal and one piece can be put together in many different ways. In this feature we have three fashionistas showing us how to put together an item from a designer’s collection, according to their own individual style and taste!
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he clockwork earrings and Lilly’s kiss necklace are one of a kind. The pieces are versatile and can be dressed up or down as per occasion. These articles are a part of Esfir’s first fine silver collection; the “Dreamscape” and are a result of endless hours of love and labour. The necklace and earrings are made of precious metals combined with gems and surreal motifs.
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Zoha Matin Nutritionist I’d describe my style as trendy and minimalistic. These days I’m really into the retro look - men’s style blazers, edgy power suits and relaxed-fit mom jeans. I love statement accessories (go big or go home!) so I paired this basic jumpsuit with these Esfir pieces to really make my outfit pop!
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Sona Memon Marketing Head, Dawat PK These jewels from Esfir’s latest collection are super feminine and pretty. I wanted to give an edgy vibe to my look so I teamed the jewellery with an all-black look. This black blazer by Fozaza with mirror and feather detailing adds the perfect amount of edge to the ensemble. I teamed the look with boot cut jeans and finished with a slick ponytail and I’m ready to take this look from an evening soiree to a night out!
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Malaika Hasan Brand Manager, National Foods Ltd. I loved the dreamy clockwork earrings and the Lilly’s kiss necklace. They’re statement pieces yet so versatile! Hence I chose to style them in a classic, feminine way. The pink pleated top complimented the necklace perfectly and the plain white trousers allowed the glittering earrings to shine.
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FEATURE
Thespianz Theatre inaugurates Pakistan’s longest puppet show The Thespianz Theatre will soon be holding Pakistan’s biggest puppet show. The second Pakistan String Puppetry Festival began on January 14 and will continue till July 31, 2019. The event will be the longest festival held in Pakistan, to date. Faisal Malik, the Artistic Director of the organisation, stated that the festival will feature shows in as many as 11 areas of the metropolis and will deliver nearly 330 performances. The event will also provide entertainment to the lower socio-economic class for free.
Sania Mirza to get own biopic Indian Tennis player Sania Mirza recently announced that she along with film-maker Ronnie Screwvala is working on a biopic centred around her life and career. Mirza was asked about her input to the film at a recent event to which she replied “It’s all going to be a mutual understanding. I think that obviously my input is important because it’s my story. So, I will have to help out. We are in the very initial stages; we will slowly move into the directing part, then the writing and after that, the casting. We have a long way to go.”
Pakistan’s youngest athlete, Ayesha Ayaz aims to compete in Olympics The 7th Fujairah Open International Taekwondo Championship held in Fujairah, UAE, saw Pakistani contenders take home two gold and bronze medals along with a silver medal as well. One of the bronze winners was eight-year-old Ayesha Ayaz. Hailing from Sawat, Ayaz is also Pakistan’s youngest athlete to have competed at the G-1 event. Ayaz shared that she was proud of the achievment and dedicated her award to Prime Minister Imran Khan. The young athlete also shared her desire to compete in the Olympics and mentioned that she has been practicing daily under her father’s supervision for the international sporting event.
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Let me live: Kendall Jenner on being shamed for acne Kendall Jenner recently spoke about the abuse she received online for getting an acne break-out during the 2018 Golden Globe Awards. In a recent interview, Jenner shared that she did not expect her acne to become a problem. “It was probably a once in a lifetime thing for me to go to the Golden Globes. I don’t know if I’ll ever go again because that’s not usually my event to go to. And so, I went and I was super excited about it. I was feeling good about myself. And then when people say mean things I’m like, ‘I know I have a zit. I know I’m breaking out. You guys don’t have to keep pointing it out. “I obviously see that, but let me live!”
Drake cut off during acceptance speech at Grammy Awards Spectators were surprised when they saw Drake emerge from under the stage when country duo Dan + Shay announced his name as winner for the Best Rap Song. He took the stage and said “If people are singing your songs word for word, if you are a hero in your hometown and if people with regular jobs spend their hard-earned money to buy tickets to come to your shows, you don’t need this right here, I promise you, you already won” and then, midsentence, the show cut to commercial.
‘Aladdin’ trailer gives everyone what they wanted: A blue Genie The much-awaited trailer of Aladdin was finally released at the 2019 Grammys which officially introduced Will Smith as a very blue Genie and people couldn’t be more excited! Speaking about the differences between his version of the character and the original, Smith said that there isn’t much mimicking and that the major addition to Will’s character will be the hip-hop flavour that hasn’t been depicted much in Disney’s history.
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INDEX
Motifz New Luxury Collection Motifz clothing has recently launched a new luxury collection that entails delicate hand embellished pieces along with intricate embroideries and sequin details. The colour palette features crimson red, powder pink and hues of green and blue. The beautifully worked four piece suits can be dressed up and down for both formal and semi-formal events. To shop and view visit www.motifz.com.pk
Nishat Linen Mega Store Nishat Linen is all set to launch their biggest flagship store in Gulberg, Lahore. Launching on February 7, 2019, the opulent store has got everything you need for your immaculate summer wardrobe; from unstitched and ready to wear to accessories and much more.
Almirah Step into the new season in Almirah’s latest collection. From high quality fabrics to beautiful prints, this fabulous collection will cater to all your sartorial needs all season long. Opt for pretty pastels or intricately worked tunics and get ready for spring in Almirah’s latest collection.
Mockingjay Accessories Brainchild of Warda Amin, Mockingjay is an e-store that offers exquisite handbags that are both designed and manufactured in Pakistan. From leather satchels and embellished clutches to printed crossbody bags and floral wallets, Mockingjay will have you spoilt for choice. Visit Instagram.com/mockingjayaccessories to view the collection.
Rigo’s Chimney Cake Serving the OG Kürtőskalács from a recipe dating back to the 14th century, Rigo’s Chimney Cake brings the taste of Hungarian happiness to Karachi. With a crunchy caramelised exterior and soft chewy centre, cinnamon and walnut coating, with chocolate or ice cream filling, Kürtőskalács understandably seems to be all the rage! With sugary delights like doughnuts, pretzels, hot chocolate and coffee art on the menu, Rigo’s makes for the perfect hang out spot. FEBRUARY 17-23 2019
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