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One on
One
Behind the scenes with Aisha Talha Farooqui
Table
Talk
We chat with the team behind Wild Wings
style
Anatomy
Zarminay Haq decodes her style
On Our
Radar
A round-up of everything on our radar this week
Slay In Style with Anaya’s Latest Luxury Collection
Contents Society Pages
The Cut A round-up of the best dressed of the week
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Shoot Anaya by Kiran Chaudhry showcases her latest collection
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Style Anatomy Zarminay Haq decodes her style
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One On One Behind the scenes Aisha Talha Farooqui
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24 Table Talk We chat with the team behind Wild Wings
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TEdit Reports A round-up of what’s happening locally and around the globe
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28 On Our Radar A round-up of everything on our radar this week
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Fashion Editor: Amber Liaqat
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Sabgul, Zainab, Eman and Sadia
Rabeya and Wajeeha
TRUNK SHOW
An annual trunk show takes place at Sheraton Tysons Corner in Washington DC
Sadia Tariq
Natalia and Naureen Bokhari
Mashaal and Rubina Azmat
Aisha Farid
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Sehar Umair with daughter
Ayesha and Ariana
Rabail Zahid
BIRTHDAY BASH Zaviyar and Ariana celebrate their birthday in Lahore
Amna Monnoo
Anush Ammar
Rehan, Aden, Ariana and Zaviyar
Asma
Ariana and Anusheh
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Zafar and Saadia Khwaja
DINE IN BLACK
Uzair Khan, Sundas Hoorain and Will Holton
Pepsi Black hosts its ‘Dine in Black’ dinner series in Islamabad
Tariq Amin and Fayeza
Tashfeen and Umar
Zain and Nosheen
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Richard, Robert, Anthony and Julio
Maria Khan, Imtisal and Sara Raza
Saieyna and Zara Sajid Arsalan, Juju Haider and Salmaan
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Sameer and Noshi Qadir
Dr Chughtai with front desk officers
Dr Chughtai
CHUGHTAI LAB
Grand Inauguration of the largest Chughtai Pathology Lab takes place in Punjab
Ms Muneeba, Dr Mariam and Ms Sara
Tayyab, Abdulah and Nafees
Dr Nagi giving award to Sir Tahir’s wife
Muneeba Mazari with her brother and Chughtai lab customer relation officer
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Ahmed Maaz
Bilal Munir
Aiman
#LEGACY
Spartan Fitness hosts a popup for their latest collection in Karachi
Yumna Tariq
Mehdi Siddiq
Sara Myra Faisal
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Kiran Jangda Hassan Said
Hamna Moin Hydris Wajiuddin
Laiba Laiba Iftikhar
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Kiswa
Unforgettable looks of the week!
THE CUT
FASHION
Amna Ilyas Amna hits all the right style notes in a muted Sania Maskatiya drape sari and we love how she has kept her overall look minimalistic. With a perfect blowdry and rosy makeup Amna makes an understated statement.
Maya Ali Maya is making us green with envy in a pleated emerald green dress. With a sleek pony tail and golden accessories Maya looks ravishing.
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Mahira Khan Mahira brings old world charm in a white organza sari. She styles her looking impeccably as she opts for a sleek bun and a glossy pink pout. All eyes on her statement neck piece!
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Mehryn Tiwana Mehryn teaches us how to colour block the right way! She pairs her statement sleeve blouse with red pants and opts for matching clutch and heels. With middle parted hair and pearl studs, Mehryn proves she’s always a style-star!
Sabeeka Imam Sabeeka is giving us major summer street style inspo in a powder blue floral print dress. She opts for nude heels and crossbody bag and finishes her look perfectly with a trendy pink headband.
Slay In Style
Anaya by Kiran Chaudhry’s Chaudhry’s new Luxury Collection is iconic! iconic! With its dreamy pastel colour palette, intricate hand-embellished trims encrusted with pearls, gotta and Swarovski crystals, and introducing a range of stunning brocade dupattas while using only the finest chiffons and organzas, this collection is a dream come true!
Credits: Model: Sadaf Kanwal Photography: Guddu Shani Collection: Luxury
WITH ZARMINAY HAQ
FASHION
Zarminay Haq, a certified trainer at Aimfit loves all things fashion and keeps up with the latest trends while incorporating them with her own personal style. From her favourite silhouettes to how her style has changed over the e years, Zarminay shares it all! 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
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How would you describe your body type? I’d say petite. Has your body type changed over the last five years? Yes, definitely. I was always on the skinny side but I’ve gotten leaner and much fitter than I was five years ago. I follow a very strict workout routine almost five days a week. How has your styled changed over the years? I’ve always liked to play around with colours, prints and patterns and I still continue to do so. However, now I’ve developed a special liking towards minimalism. In your opinion, what is your most troublesome area? My core for sure. How do you dress your body according to your body type? I love experimenting so I don’t stick to any one kind of style. You’ll find cigarette pants, boyfriend jeans, flared pants, jumpsuits and a lot more in my closet. But I make sure that whatever I wear compliments my weight, height and the overall look. In your opinion what is the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing? Not wearing clothes according to one’s body
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type is the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing up. Which silhouettes suit your body the most? Flared pants and wrap tops really compliment my body. What is the one piece of clothing that you shy away from wearing and why? There’s nothing I shy away from wearing. I own whatever I wear and make sure I look my best.
FEATURE
A visionary by heart, Saba Malik turned her passion into a career when she launched her beauty salon, Meraki Beauty & Wellness along with her sister Fatima. Saba tells us about the things she loves. Read on to find out her favourite make-up artist, TV shows and much more JULY 21-27 2019
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All-time favourite show? Game of Thrones, I didn’t like the season finale too much but it is still one of my favourites. One thing you can’t live without? My family. Favourite perfume? Oud Ispahan by Christian Dior. Favourite getaway destination? Anywhere around the world with my family. Favourite person to crea create your magic on? The There are many but I loved g glamming up Mahira Khan. She is on top of my list. Favourite make-up products? Huda beauty Liquid matte lipsticks, Ma Maybelline eye kohl, Mac blus blushes as well as Benefit lip tints. He Heels or flats? Heels all the way! Favourite cuisine? I really like Pakistani and Italian cuisine. F Favourite make-up artist? Huda Kattan! She inspires me
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every day with her creativity. What do you spend most of your money on? I spend most of my money to buy Meraki Beauty & Wellness products. Favourite hobby? I enjoy good music, and of course I love playing with make-up. Your trademark accessory? Fitbit watches for sure. Gloss, crème or matte? Gloss and crème. Two essential summer accessories? Hair accessories and chic shades. One thing you can’t leave the house without? My mobile phone. s? Manicure or facials? Both but if I had to choose; facials.
LIFE STYLE
Aisha Talha Farooqui
Ace wedding photographer Aisha Talha Farooqui takes us behind the lens and into her real world. Her work is not only widely recognised in Pakistan but has been featured across the border as well. The Indus grad has a great panache for story telling which makes her work a real treat for the eye. With a perfect blend of dreamy hues, and attention to detail, Aisha shares with us her favourite photography tips, the most challenging part of being a photographer in Pakistan and so much more JULY 21-27 2019
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What sparked your interest in photography? Back in the 90’s when every kid’s parents owned a Kodak SLR, my father used to document every moment in a picture which sparked my initial interest in it. To build on my initial interest during my time at IVS, I took photography as my minor and later did my thesis using that medium. The interest became a career during my university time and I haven’t looked back since. How do you bring your inspiration into reality? By feeling every moment that I am experiencing at that particular time and capturing those moments which will be a life long memory for someone.
youngsters learning new and different techniques. Universities have started offering different courses in this field which has increased the pool of talented photographers, giving everyone a variety of options. Describe your photographic style? How did this style come about? Every photographer learns and then builds up on their style, initially I was inspired by local and international photographers who were aesthetically quite strong especially Diane Arbus’s work which led me to document in Lyari and Peshawar during my under grad school days. Later on the style kept developed significantly over the years, it still needs work for sure! People need to step out of classism and consider this as a respectful profession, respecting someone’s time and profession are two things this field has yet to experience.
What type of photography do you do most? What do you enjoy about it and why? Currently, wedding photography is my forte but back in my under grad days I went to Lyari and Peshawar (refugee camp) to document their life and I particularly enjoyed that genre as well. What is the most challenging part about being a photographer for you? Being a woman in our current society is a challenge itself, let alone being a female photographer. When I first started it was extremely difficult to overcome the hurdles, won’t lie but there were days when I thought about quitting but again life had other plans for me. Fought the odds and here I am, still standing strong. How has the Pakistani photography industry changed over the past few years? It has changed significantly, gone are the days when Jimmy’s and Dossani’s were the only go to places for a posed picture, the market has a vast variety of
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What is the most rewarding part of being a photographer? When people recognise you (in a good way of course!) What advice would you give to young women aspiring to become photographers? Work hard, there is no right or wrong here, your practice and determination will pay off! building up as new softwares came about, through trial and error it keeps improving What is your best photography tip? Keep learning and practicing, until you find your work style. Don’t let the failures hold you back. What makes a good picture? There is no hard and fast rule for a good picture. It all comes down to your learning and aesthetics. Do you think the photography industry in Pakistan needs improvement? Photography industry has changed and
FOOD
Table Talk with
Wild Wings
A sports themed restaurant serving unique flavours in the city of Lahore, Wild Wings has quickly made a name among the locals. 18 different hot sauces, gooey mac and cheese, salad jars and chilli cheeto burgers are what make this eatery stand out among the rest on the block. We catch up with Faraz and Lubna Faraz Gul who partnered up with Omer Ehtasham and Harika Ehtasham to launch Wild Wings, to talk about their culinary journey and the flavours on the menu
How did your culinary journey begin? Culinary business was always a lifelong passion that we didn’t pursue due to other commitments. About two years ago, all four of us, while on a trip decided to open up a place where food meets sports and focus on chicken wings and burgers, and here we are today! What inspired you to establish an eatery in Lahore? After establishing a great clientele in our hometown, Islamabad, we decided to challenge the people of Lahore to our hottest wings, keeping in view the potential and public persuasion. Wild Wings is offering a wide variety of food items; were you ever reluctant to add a certain item to the menu? Never! We love adding new items and experimenting with ingredients. JULY 21-27 2019
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In your opinion what differentiates Lahore and Islamabad in terms of taste and food choice? Lahore is definitely a larger city with more variety of cuisines. People in Lahore are a little more experimental and we love that!
What was the vision behind establishing a sports themed restaurant? We wanted a place where everyone can enjoy all kind of sports with their friends and family along with great food! Which wings are the hottest on the menu? Are you good at handling spicy food? We love spicy food! Right now our flavour “Snake Bite” is the hottest of all. We introduce different sauces all the time so be sure to try them all! Which item from the menu is your personal favourite? All of them but if we had to choose one then we love our chilli cheetos burger and wild wings original naked wings! What are the challenges that come with sustaining a restaurant? A lot of our items require imported ingredients. It’s getting difficult now to find them which causes a shortage in our items at times. What is your least favourite culinary trend? Too much cheese everywhere! We love cheesy sauces but not on everything!
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How would you describe Wild Wings and its meals? A place where you can find a delish combination of flavours, try almost 18 different sauces on your wings and have fresh burgers, shakes and more! What is in store for Wild Wings in the future? We have started “Wild Wok” as well which is our authentic Thai and Chinese cuisine. Get ready for more exciting flavours coming your way!
FEATURE
Thanks to all your hate, I’ll be making Instagram private: Ayesha Omar Actor and host Ayesha Omar shared an Instagram story in which she revealed she has had enough of the hate and that she will be making a private Instagram account only for her friends and family where she will share her vacation posts without having to worry about hate comments and trolls. The post reeled in immense love and support after which Omar made another public post reiterating that the gestures were heart-warming and made her feel “extremely emotional and loved.”
Meesha Shafi denies threatening rights activist Hassan Niazi with #MeToo campaign Human rights activist, lawyer Hassan Niazi, who also fought Khadija Siddiqui’s stabbing case, has come forward with a startling claim as Niazi took to Twitter to share how Meesha Shafi ‘threatened’ to initiate a #MeToo campaign against him. Meesha, however, rebutted Niazi’s claims, saying she has never even met Niazi. “Don’t think I’ve ever met this guy and neither am I accusing him of anything,” she tweeted. “Also, by all means all are free to investigate whatever interests them, only to discover a bottomless pit of groped bottoms. All other conspiracy theories are just that” she wrote. I asked my doctor to add wrinkles to my face: Meera Baaji actor Meera, revealed in a recent interview that she especially asked her doctor to add wrinkles to her face as she believes that wrinkles help with delivering better facial expressions while acting. The actor went on to say that beauty and acting are two separate things and that she wants her face to be full of expressions as that is what her fans love her for her acting.
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Taylor Swift tops highest-paid celebrities list Singer Taylor Swift was named the world’s highest-paid entertainer by Forbes but was closely followed by reality star turned cosmetics queen Kylie Jenner and rapper Kanye West. Swift, hot off her 2018 “Reputation” tour and album, earned an estimated $185 million to take the No. 1 spot. The annual Forbes Celebrity 100 list also saw soccer stars Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar among the top 10, along with British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran and 1970s soft rock band The Eagles.
Robert Downey Jr opened up on life post Avengers Saga Hollywood’s Iron Man, Robert Downey Jr opened up on life post the completion of the Avengers saga in a recent interview. He said, “I have not been forced to explore the new frontier of what is my creative and personal life after this.” RDJ revealed that due to his close association with the company, he sometimes fears he would lose his identity as an actor. “I am not my work. I am not what I did with that studio. I am not the period of time that I spent playing this character. And it sucks, because the kid in all of us wants to be like, ‘No. It’s always going to be summer camp and we’re all holding hands and singing Kumbaya’,” Downey concluded.
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Koena Mitra slams Nora Fatehi’s revamped version of ‘O Saki Saki’ After Nora Fatehi shared her version of O Saki Saki, sung by Neha Kakkar on Twitter, Koena Mitra expressed her disappointment over the new remake. Originally performed by Mitra and sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and Sukhwinder Singh, the song is considered iconic by many. “Sunidhi Chauhan, Sukhwinder Singh, Vishal and Shekhar’s combination was outstanding. I didn’t like the new version, it’s a mess… PS Nora is a stunner. Hope she saves our pride,” Koena tweeted. And fellow industry colleague, Sophie Chaudhry concurs with Mitra and saying she wishes every single song wasn’t being remade.
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Lemon Lodges With vacation season in full swing, a lot of us, with our busy schedules look for a quick getaway within the country. Nathia Gali proves to be one of the most approachable vacation spots for many. Tree carpeted hills combined with chilly winds of the mountains yield a majestic aura. To add to the experience, Lemon Lodges have recently launched luxury rooms that come with a complimentary rooftop breakfast as well as a bike rental facility to make your stay all the more fun and adventurous. For details and bookings visit Instagram.com/LemonLodges
DesiGanic Calling all weight watchers! Snack clean with DesiGanic’s healthy organic granola balls. These nutritious protein filled balls are made with flaxseeds, sesame seeds, jiggery, fennel seeds and almonds. Available in three flavours, coconut, classic and oats, these bite size balls make for a perfect tea time snack as well. To place your orders visit Instagram. com/Desiganic
Ink2art If you are looking for some custom print action, check out Ink 2 Art as they specialise in UV printing and laser engraving. From custom printed cushions and engraved chic coasters to UV printed canvas art and wooden storage boxes, Ink2Art makes for a perfect e-store to shop for gifts and home accents. For more details visit Instagram.com/Ink2Artpk
Saba Mad chef Brainchild of Saba Sharjeel, The Mad Chef is a home bakery that specialises in quirky and delicious customised cakes. From intricately detailed sugar flowers and sliced fondant patterns Saba gives her cakes a unique refined touch that isn’t easily available elsewhere in the market. Make sure to check out her official page on Facebook.com/sabathemadchef
Relics and Rarities pk Pakistan’s first online antique shop, Relics and Rarities features a plethora of handpicked antiques that are carefully researched and evaluated by multiple antiquarians to ensure authenticity. From rare books and antique ceramics to antique clocks and typewriters, the e-store enfolds a thousand stories untold. If you love all things antique, we urge you to check out their collection. Log on to www.relics-rarities.com to view their collection. JULY 21-27 2019
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