The Express Tribune Magazine - July 2 - 2017

JULY 2-8 2017

After Hours

Ali Xeeshan gets candid

The Beauty Edit Summer skincare done right

The Corner Hira W Zeeshan gives us a tour of her lavish home

One Piece, Three Ways Three style-savvy ladies work with an Umaima Mustafa jacket

VELVET DREAMS

MESH showcases its latest collection

Contents Society pages

The Cut Our list of the best-dressed of the week

Style Anatomy Janat Miranda decodes her style

It Runs In The Family Bushra Saleh Jaffrani and Hafsa Ahsan talk sisterhood

One Piece, Three Ways Three style-savvy ladies work with an Umaima Mustafa fringed jacket

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Shoot MESH showcases its latest collection

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After Hours Ali Xeeshan reveals all

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The Corner Hira W Zeeshan gives us a tour of her lavish home

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The Beauty Edit Tips and tricks for summer skincare

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The Notepad Anam Falak jots down the six make-up products she can’t go without

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Khadija

Amina Niazi

FASHION FEAST Momal , Yusra and Mahnoor

Ali Xeeshan hosts a special iftar at his studio in Lahore

Aden Rehan

Ali Xeeshan

Mehek Raza

Sara Omar Mian

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Yasin, Ali and Zainab

Zainab Abbas and Farhan

TECHNOLOGY DRIVEN OPPO Pakistan hosts the F3 Black launch event in Lahore

Anush Ammar

Alina Shahid Usman Malik with guest

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Amna Zain

Maham Lashari

Afzaal, Sijjal, Sukhan and Ali Nazeer Malik

NEW CONCEPTS

Bon Vivant Palais hosts an exclusive dinner for the launch of their latest concept, Aver Caro

Rabia and Sam

Minahil, Monika and Maira

Rodaba Ashfaq

Salma Khalid, Muhammad Bin Khalid and Khalid Malhi

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Asma, Dilaira and Rubab

Amna Babar

Shireen and Afshan

Ayesha Sana

Shanzay Sheikh

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Zainab Salman with guest

Asma Chishty

Khadija Shah and Mehreine Qureshi

EID COLLABORATIONS Élan showcases its latest luxury prêt collection alongside Esfi sfir fi Jewels in Lahore

Tasbih Qazi

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Nida Bano

Hafsa Zuberi

Shireen Rehman

Hira

Ayla Khan

Kiran Chaudhry

Sundus Umer

Rabia

Shazay Salahuddin

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Shayaan Viqaar, Marium Altaf, Nimrah Khokhar and Mahnoor Khokhar

Raafia Islahi, Sadaf Fawad and Maleeha Zareen

MAKE-UP FEST

PFDC & Make-up, Make-up & More Make-up host a one day summer make-up fest in Lahore

Amna Ahmar

Mehek Rizvi Aamna Rahim and Foha Raza

Samiha Khan

Sadaf Nasir and Alizeh

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Cast and crew of Yalghaar

YALGHAAR SCREENING HUM Films and Mindworks Media Production host a special screening of Yalghaar in Islamabad

Ayesha Omar

Humayun Saeed

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Hassan Waqas Rana with guest

Wali Yousaf and Asim Saleem Bajwa with guest

Adnan Siddiqui

Shanze Ali and Shakira Usman

EXHIBITIONS GALORE Saira Faisal

Sara Omar Mian

Saira Shakira exhibit their latest collection in Lahore

Zainab Malik

Nudrat Mustafa

Laila Ali Khan

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Amna Ahmar

Foha Raza

Anum Akram

Anum

Shahrose Chaudri

Arshia Qazi

Hajra Asfandyar

Hina Eijaz

Roodaba Ashfaq

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Unforgettable looks of the week!

THE CUT

FASHION

Amna Babar Amna Babar keeps it simple yet super chic with a soft pastel kameez, paired with straight white pants! We absolutely love the way she accessorised her look with diamante flats and an oversized bag. Last but not least, her glossy short hair, subtle pink cheeks and lip colour, give her look that classic finesse.

Anum Haummad Style star Anum wears a long trendy striped top with an open front. Her beige wedges balance out her entire look - we specially love that faux fur bag she’s carrying! Full points from us for fun accessories!

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Ayla Khan Ayla Khan keeps things simple in a patterned kaftan with embellished detailing on the neck and sleeves. We love how she chose to keep her hair and make-up simple with bouncy curls and a coral lip colour.

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Roodaba Ashfaq Roodaba goes for a contemporary look by opting for a top that accentuates her waist! She pairs it with white skinny jeans and completes the look with offwhite wedges and a red bag that adds a pop of colour to her ensemble.

Saira Faisal Saira keeps it cool this summer in a plain, ice blue tunic with elaborate ruffle sleeves to add that fresh feel! She pairs it with white pants and nude Gucci flats. Such an easy, practical and chic look!

WITH JANNAT MIRANDA

FASHION

The fashionable face of the Dubai-based blog, JMode, and celebrity stylist, spills all her styling secrets. Find out which silhouettes she can’t get enough of and ones she can live without!

Understanding your body is the key to looking good and a trait found amongst all impeccably dressed fashionistas. While people shy away from talking about their bodies, these brave souls explain how they work their anatomies to their advantage JULY 2-8 2017

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How would you describe yourr body type?

I would say I fall in the pearrshaped category of body types. My upper body is tiny ny d. and my hips are a bit broad.

Has your body type changed over the last five years?

My body has dramatically changed over the past five years and it’s all because off my change in lifestyle and nutrition. After I started working out, I’ve seen such a huge change in my body, it hasn’t just made me look good, but most importantly it makes me feel good. Now, that’s a feeling I always want to wake up with.

How has your style changed over the years?

My style hasn’t really changed over the years, but it has just progressed with time. I like dressing for my age and don’t like looking older or younger than I am. I always maintain a signature ‘Jannat’ style mantra, which is: dress to impress and less is more.

I like to be understated, chic and classy.

In your opinion what is your most troublesome area?

My most troublesome area has to be my hips and thighs. Not so fun!

How do you dress your body according to your body type?

I prefer high-waisted trousers, skirts, and silhouettes that accentuate my figure. I love

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any anything tha that starts m at my wa waist.

Bec Because I hav a tiny have upp upper body, I highlight that area the most and tend tto go for cuts and shapes that make my b body look proportionate. I am a huge ffan of crop-tops, high-waisted bottoms, and of cou course, heels to give me some height!

In your opinion what is the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing here?

I have always believed that less is more. Overdressing can really kill your outfit and I think that keeping it simple and classy is the best way to step out. Don’t go over the top – it really doesn’t do anything good for you! Simplicity is the smartest form of elegance.

Which silhouettes suit your body the most?

High-waisted trousers, skirts, jumpsuits, crop-tops and pencil skirts.

What is the one piece of clothing that you shy away from wearing and why?

I’m not a big fan of low necklines and mini skirts – I like straight cuts and most importantly I like being, feeling and looking comfortable yet classy at the same time. Attitude is everything, and that is what shows most in any outfit you wear.

FEATURE

IT RUNS IN THE

FAMILY WITH HAFSA AHSAN AND BUSHRA SALEH JAFFRANI

Sisters and business ppartners,, Hafsa and Bushra share childhood memories, their strengths and weaknesses and what makes them inseparable!

What’s your first memory of each other?

Hafsa: Playing with Barbies and Polly pockets!

That’s what our childhood was about and also watching plenty of movies.

Bushra: Hafsa is in every childhood memory of mine since we are only a year and few months apart. But when I do look back, a lot of Barbie dolls, Polly pockets and kitchen sets come to mind. Also, we come from a big family so we spent a lot of our childhood with our cousins. It was one adventure after the other! Hafsa was probably the most disciplined out of all of us. I wish could say the same thing about myself! Haha…

What is the craziest thing you’ve done together?

Hafsa: During A-levels we snuck our dad’s car out. To make matters worse, we got back very late since 8:30pm was way past our curfew. It’s a good thing we had a plane to catch the next morning otherwise we wouldn’t have heard the end of it.

Bushra: We learned to drive at a very young age!

Let’s just say we used that to our advantage.

What did you get punished for the most as a child?

Hafsa: We were rarely punished! Being the youngest of five siblings has its advantages. But we would get into occasional fights.

Bushra: We would get away with a lot of things since we were the youngest of five. I don’t remember being punished ever but that’s because I was not the violent one. Hafsa has always been fiercely strong and strangely into wrestling and throwing punches. So she was the one who used to get punished for using me as her punching bag.

If you could only wear one piece of clothing for the rest of your life, from the others closet, what would it be?

Hafsa: Bee has an elaborate shoe collection. I wouldn’t mind getting my hands on her N21 satin flats.

Bushra: If I could raid her closet I wouldn’t go for the clothes, I would go straight to her make-up and extensive brush collection. I’m the one with bare minimum needs while she has all the technical nitty gritties. I wouldn’t mind making additions to my small collection.

If you could swap places with each other, what’s the first thing you would do?

Hafsa: I would take a day off and be carefree and spontaneous! Go on a ride or do something crazy which I wouldn’t normally do.

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arguments all the time! To make up it is either a simple apology message or we will pretend it never happened, usually the latter!

What is the one secret talent that your sibling has, that you wish you did too?

Hafsa: I wish I could be as spontaneous as she is. Bushra is always on the brim of doing something crazy while I am the more responsible one. Also, she is super creative.

Bushra: I would get all my work done! Hafsa is efficient and never lazy when it comes to getting all her work out of the way. That’s why she is important for our brand as she manages tasks well and drives us out of the house even on our laziest of days.

What is the one thing you love about your sibling?

Hafsa: She is free-spirited and a go-getter. She sometimes makes impulsive decisions and doesn’t worry about the consequences.

She is high-spirited so it’s always amusing being around her.

Bushra: Hafsa is someone I can depend on. She is very loving and she is the one person who’s always there for you regardless of the circumstances.

If you are fighting with each other, how do you make up?

Hafsa: We have a love-hate relationship. It’s five opinions in one room! We’ve grown accustomed to arguing and then pretending it never happened. We can barely hold a grudge for longer than a day.

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Bushra: Her will to get even the most boring tasks done. Even though she is never ready on time, her work is always structured and on time. She never slacks and is decisive! I can use some of that organisation and decision making power in my life. Also, Hafsa is very good with makeup. I wouldn’t mind having the

precision and finesse she has.

Describe your sibling in the three words: Hafsa: Exuberant, fun-loving and creative.

Bushra: Loving, caring and organised.

Which fictional character is your sibling most like?

Hafsa: This may sound like a cliché but she is a lot like Rebecca Bloomwood from Confessions of a Shopaholic. We have to restrain her and take away her shopping privileges since she can’t stop herself from purchasing what she sets her eyes on.

Bushra: Betty from Archie comics.

How are your personalities similar?

Hafsa: They aren’t! Haha… we are poles apart. But it’s a good thing opposites attract.

Bushra: We have very different personalities but many common interests such as food, clothes and TV shows.

I can’t live without my sister because…..

Hafsa: She is my other half, my best friend. The ying to my yang!

Bushra: I have never lived without her! All four of my sisters are my support system. I can’t get through life without them.

FASHION

WITH UMAIMA MUUSTTAFA While trends fade, style remai e aiins eternal and one piece can n be put together in many differen nt way n ay ys.

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INTERVIEW

He’s eccentric, he’s humourous, he’s Ali Xeeshan! He is also one of the most celebrated and inspiring contemporary designers in the fashion industry today. Known for his astute craftsmanship and unique play on colours, Xeeshan proves that pink really is the new black. Known for his energetic and extravagant demeanour, Xeeshan has been toasted among the fashion fraternity. Whether with a rooster atop his head or a monkey on the runway, Xeeshan always knows how to leave a mark JULY 2-8 2017

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What is your idea of style?

Something new, something old.

Something borrowed, something branded.

What turns you on creatively?

Loud is proud. Silence is violence.

Do you consider fashion a language?

Yes. It is a global language.

What are the three signs of beauty for you in a woman?

Poise, passion and demure.

Are you ever jealous of another designer’s success?

Jealousy is the most useless emotion.

Envious, maybe!

Have you failed at anything?

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I have failed at things I have never tried.

What are the few childhood memories that shaped you?

My first drawing was a cartoon figure on my diaper.

What do you fear?

The day I lose my power to imagine.

Your favourite sound?

A voice from within.

Word you use the most?

Fabulous.

Three things no one knows about you?

I can stay up for three days, I can speak French and I failed second grade twice.

Three hidden talents?

1. I remember my dreams exactly as they occured. I can even draw them.

2. I can hypnotize a person in 13 seconds.

3. I can literally talk to animals.

At this point in your career, do you seek validation from your clients, fashion critics or other successful designers?

Oh please!

What was the precise moment when you really decided that designing was your path I knew my path since the beginning Any lesson that success has taught you?

Nothing lasts forever.

INTERIORS

THE CORNER WITH HIRA W ZEESHAN

The ever-so-charming Hira W Zeeshan welcomes us into her home and gives us a tour of her lavish drawing room and her favourite spaces. She delves into her love for interiors and gives us tips on how to make a house a home

By Ibriz Sheikh

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ira W Zeeshan’s home is among the most stunning houses we’ve seen in Karachi. Tucked away in a quiet street in Defence, her home is a beautiful sanctuary, which exudes luxury from the moment you enter.

As we enter, we walk through a lush green garden where flowers are blooming and the grass freshly watered. Our charming host for the day awaits us at the elaborate entrance, and so begins our tour.

With a house so beautiful, we question how difficult it must be to choose just one favourite corner, but Wassan answers, “I keep this room for my formal living. It was completed very recently and there should always be somewhere formal to entertain your guests.” And so, we are taken straight through a grand wooden and glass door, into her formal drawing room where we immediately feel as though we’ve stepped into a Parisian museum.

With everything set to perfection and no cushion out of place, our attention is first drawn to the grey, gold and plum colour combination

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which gives the room a regal feel. “When we were deciding on a theme for the room, I had these colours in mind,” she says, adding that: “SanaSafinaz then worked around my colours and incorporated them into the design process.”

A large chandelier hangs in the middle of the room, with its light reflecting in the mirrored table directly below it and in the majestic mirror which hangs perfectly on the grey textured wall. Large floor-toceiling sliding windows allow us to view the picturesque garden from one side of the room, and the serene pool area from the other. Custom-made lamps sit on either side of one of the sofas, and the console under the mirror is home to some unique accents.

What really brings the room together however, is the French panelling in antique gold running across all the walls. From the luxurious fabrics, to the play of textures, the sumptuous aesthetic is nothing short of fabulous and we now understand why Wassan loves to spend her time at home.

We are then taken through a corridor and into the dining room. On our way, we spot the most fabulous mirrored cabinet, tall planters and beautiful mirrored console tables. Through the sliding doors, and into the dining room, we feel like we’re in Downton Abbey! “I love Downton Abbey and inspiration was definitely drawn from it for my dining room,” Wassan explains. A black glossy table sits in the centre of the dining area, surrounded by suede, gold-studded chairs, while a faux fur chest of drawers sits against the wall which is laden with fabric as opposed to wallpaper (we touched to check and it’s definitely fabric!).

“I wanted my dining area to match with the drawing room, hence the same colour scheme has been incorporated here,” she tells us. The space is the perfect blend of Victorian and modern eras, and all the personal touches that Wassan has added to her home make it a charming space. As our day with Wassan comes to an end, we’re thrilled to have spent some time in the luxury of Wassan’s home, and leave hoping she’ll invite us back for another cup of tea!

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BEAUTY

Summer

The sun is shining and the thermometer is steadily rising, and we at TEdit have only one thing on our minds: Summer Skincare! Long summer months mean greater exposure to harsh weather, and it’s crucial to protect your skin in the scorching heat. So ladies, we bring you tips and products to protect your skin to achieve that healthy summer glow

Skincare

By Amber Liaqat

Citrus fruits Citrus fruits like limes, lem monss and orrangess are rich in vitam min n C and d are known for their antioxxidan nt prropertie es thatt can work wonde erss for your skin n.

Directly rub a lemon peel on your facce to ach hieve glo owing skkin n, ensu uring it is done for no longer tha an th hree minute es. Dryy out oran nge peelss, grind them and mix them with water or olive oil to usse as a scrub. Liime can trreat ta anned skkin in a few weeks. Mix it with h som me gram m flour and curd d and ap pply the e paste evenly to your skin and wa ash off once e dried d.

Exffoliatting iss key The damage thatt we pu ut our skin th hrough h can be a pain to deal with, but regu ular exfoliatio on, idea ally twice a week ca an help p counter the e damage caused by the harsh weathe er. Exfo oliating g also allows skin cells to regen nerate, which helps slow w down n the ag ging prrocess.. Fresh hly exfo oliated skin should be followed by a hydrrating moistu uriser as it is easierr for the e skin to lockk moissture in without the build d-up of dirt and dea ad skin n cells. Alwayss go fo or prod ducts that have natural exfoliating g grainss as the ey are gentle er on th he skin n and preven nt harsh irritation.

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Water Want healthy pimple-free skkin thatt glows without having g to go throug gh a complex skin care reg gime evvery dayy? The e simple solution n is drin nking water!!

Drinking a sufficient amo ountt of watter is a great way to achieve e beautiful skin as it has been tried and tested since e ancient times. It not only fixe es skin problems but also he elps in ke eeping variouss diseasses at bayy. So add watter to o your daily diet and watch h your skin clearr up in no o time.

Whatt’s un ndern neath that mask?

Withou u t spending g a larg g e amo o unt o f mon n ey att the spa or on expensive beauty producc ts, op p t for produ u cts that can n be fo o und w ithin the h ome. Your kitchen is full of ingrr edients nee e ded t o makk e a ho o memade fa a ce ma a sk to o give y our s kin that loving it dese e rves. Mix to o gether natu u ral in n gredients s uch a s yogh h urt, a pple cider vinegar, almond d s and d grou u nd oa a ts to h ydratt e and d reple e nish t he skin, and d voila!

Olive oil Chances are you alre eadyy havve olive e oil on your kiitchen shelf. Not only is olive oil great for use e in the kitchen n, it alsso has amazing g skin benefits; be it for moisturising orr figh hting the appeara ance of aging. Moreovver, mixxing a teaspoon of olive oil an nd a lemon n to yo our scalp can help p smooth you ur hair and remove dandruff. Olive oill is alsso a grea at make--up rem mover as it iss gentle enough for evveryd day use. It softenss cuticles, help ps your nails grrow faster, soothes irritattion n and d workss grea at as a moisturisser. The e possib bilitie es are endless!

Sunsscreeen Sunsccreen is that one su ummerr essen ntial tha at should nott be skkimped on. The ozone e layerr is deplleting and yo our skin needs shielding frrom th he harmful UV rays, and th his is wh here a good sunscrreen wiill com me in ha andy. Skin cancer is rapidly beco oming more commo on beccause of incre eased exposu ure to the sun, so sunsccreen helps prrotect unwan nted ta anning, hyper- pigm mentattion and burning and also red duces the cha ances of skin n cancer.

Cool off with a mistt The quickest and easiest way to get to tha at fresh dewy sum mmer glow is with a fa acial mist. The heat in this country iss a re eal struggle e to de eal with, so a face e mist should be top p priority. A few mists that can help co ombat slluggish skin and keep the skin n hydratted, are e the Bod dy Shop p vitamin E face mist, ELF make e-up mist and se et. Sp pritz it on n for insttant mo oisture and prottection.. If you’re looking for a more nattura al option, a few sp pritzes off rose wa ater sho ould do the tricck.

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BEAUTY

THE NOTEPAD Talented make-up artist and entrepreneur, Anam Falak, takes time out from her busy schedule to talk about her favourite make-up products. She jots down some of her go-to products and essentials she can’t live without Charlotte Tilbury Magic Night Cream The Charlotte Tilbury Magic Night Cream is the perfect cream to apply to dehydrated skin after a long and tiring day. It’s so rich and intensely hydrating, that your face literally sticks to the pillow once you go to bed. I love the ‘I got nine hours of sleep’ look whenever I wake up!

Gerard Cosmetics Lip liners Lip liner’s prolong the wear of any lip colour. Applying lip liner before your lipstick or lipgloss helps prevent the colour from bleeding or feathering.

I can’t get enough of Gerard Cosmetics’ lip liners; they do the most wearable colours that blend with almost every lipstick!

Benefit Browzings I am very particular about my brows and even if I don’t have any make-up on, I will just be happy with my hair and brows done. This kit is just so small but has everything I would need to get my perfect brows.

Laura Mercier Translucent Pressed Powder

Girlactik Face Glow in Lustre The velvety powder of Girlactik’s face glow has light-diffusing particles that enhance and perfect your skin to a fresh, glowy look.

The colours blend beautifully and are versatile for most skin complexions. My all-time favourite highlighter!

Tarte Shape Tape Concealer Ever since I started using this product, I have felt the need to throw away my under eye colour correctors, as this provides the best coverage and the right kind of texture for a perfect concealer.

Laura Mercier Essential Art Eye Cheek Palette The Laura Mercier Essential Art Eye Cheek Palette offers a beautiful selection of colours for the eyes and cheeks. Housed in a beautiful compact with a big mirror, it is a must-have for every make-up junkie. I can’t live without this in my handbag!

SKII Facial Mask Though I only use them while travelling and on long haul flights, they are amazing! Long flights tend to dehydrate a person, especially your skin, and to keep it hydrated and fresh, this cooling and intensive treatment mask is the perfect travel companion.

The Laura Mercier Translucent Pressed Powder is a must-have!

I use it for everything including setting my foundation to the under-eye area.

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SOCIAL CALENDAR

Atif Aslam, Zoe Viccaji and Asim Azhar live in concert

Gymkhana, y , Karachi

July 2

Celebrate Eid with Atif Aslam, Zoe Viccaji and Asim Azhar live in concert at Karachi Gymkhana Club Food Festival, all set to take place on July 2. The event will have a variety of cuisines for guests to enjoy and live music will add more to the fun and festivity. Visit Karachi Gymkhana’s website for ticket information or call them to reserve your tickets.

PLAN OF ACTION Don’t miss out on these upcoming events in your city!

Prisoners Paintings Expo Alliance Française, Karachi

Zumba with Tayaba – Free Trial Class July 4 Karachi Ladies Club, Clifton Just in time to burn those Ramazan calories to get back in shape for the wedding season, trainer Tayaba will be giving a free Zumba trial class at the Karachi Ladies Club. Tayaba Salman is a certified fi trainer from ZUMBA® who also offers regular classes at the club to women who are looking to shed those pounds. You can also sign up for the regular classes after the trial class, priced at Rs7000 per month. Call them on 02135148129 or visit the club facility to take advantage of this opportunity!

July 8

Prisoners from the Central Jail Karachi are being reformed by expressing themselves on the canvas.

Alliance Française has taken the responsibility to exhibit 60 canvasses on July 8 with a week-long expo that will be inaugurated by the Consul General of France Monsieur, Francois Dall’ Orso. The exhibition is a joint effort by Alliance Française and News Pakistan TV. For ticket information, visit www.newpakistanTV.com

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Furniture and Interiors Expo Pakistan Furniture Council, Lahore

July 7

With over 100 brands of furniture and interior design consultancies, Lahore is all set to host the 8th Interiors Pakistan Exhibition Pakistan Furniture Council on July 7th. Participating brands will display their best designs with discounts of upto 20%. Keep an eye out for your favourite brands if you’re looking to revamp your home. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/pfc.org.pk

PITB’s Herself Women Convention Arfa Software Technology Park Official, Lahore July 8

Two - Day Beauty and Make-up Bootcamp

Punjab Information Technology Board invites women from all across Pakistan to highlight the success of their work in multiple domains, and motivate young women to step into employment to contribute to the economy. The theme of the event is ‘Steps towards a progressive nation’ which will feature workshops by budding entrepreneurs on Ideation, technical and nontechnical topics, by market leaders. For registration, log on to www.facebook.com/pg/Herselfpk

Learn to do your make-up like a pro at home! Attend Homework’s beauty and make-up bootcamp taking place on July 3 to educate make-up enthusiasts. Beauty and Make-up Bootcamp is an exclusive two-day interactive course that will aim to teach essential hair and make-up skills. Attendees will be trained at length in creating a polished day-time look to catwalk-worthy hair and make-up at home. Registration fee: Rs3000. For more information call 02134169303.

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Homework Pakistan, Karachi

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The Blingspot Studio Calling all stationary fiends! The Blingspotstudio is a one-stop solution to all your stationary needs. Run by two craft-addicted sisters, the online portal has everything you need to fuel your stationary addiction. From funky sticker sets, to uber cool pencil pouches and fun bookmarks and pens, you’ll never want to buy your stationary from anywhere else! So, for the love of pretty stationary, get your orders in at Instagram.com/ theblingspotstudio

Rosé Jeans Toss your old denim jeans away and say hello to these new Rosé jeans. The custom made, bespoke hand painted jeans are a must for every girl’s summer wardrobe. From witty slogans to catchy phrases hand painted on each pair, we most certainly want to be seen in a pair of these uber cool jeans. Wear them with a crop top, a cotton tee or a button down and you’ll be ready to go all summer! To grab a pair, visit www.instagram.com/roseeofficiel

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RADAR In Your Face by Maleeha For all things beauty and skincare, In Your Face by Maleeha has you covered. The beauty blogger and MUA is all set to specialise in dermatology and gives the most helpful tips and tricks on her blog and Instagram page. All make-up buffs can also find her reviews of the latest products in the world of beauty on her Instagram page. Take a look at her profile and blog at Instagram.com/inyourfacebymaleeha

TDR – The Drawing Room If you’re looking to add a personal touch to your wedding or party, then look no further than The Drawing Room. The new service specialises in luxe wedding supplies, gift options, personalised invitations, greetings cards and party favours; all made in Pakistan. Moreover, you can also order personalised home ware, including cushions, floral arrangements, frames and jars. Browse the collection and place your orders on Instagram. com/tdrstudio or call 0323-5588459

Herbs & Herbage Show your skin some lovin’ with these products that are 100% natural at Herbs & Herbage. Based on your skin type, you can choose from a range of masks, facial serums, soaps and scrubs.

The products we’re totally adding to our summer skincare regime from their selection are the almond scrub, orange peel scrub, aura neem mask and the activated charcoal capsules. Check out more of their products on Instagram.com/herbsherbage JULY 2-8 2017

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