Ambience October- December 2014 - Issue 1
BEAUTY BLING FOR ALL YOUR FESTIVE NEEDS It’s all about the glow this season!
Be a
Star-ista Top stars dish out their favourite trends
SPACE FOR A MILLION SMILES
Sparkling Fantasies
Couture choices for every occasion The gorgeous
ALIA BHATT The dashing
HRITHIK ROSHAN on their style obsessions
OUR BIG, BRIGHT,
FESTIVE issue TO GIFT YOU
The brightest ever, your most memorable Diwali
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t gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to the new initiative at the world of Ambience. We at Ambience aim to offer a memorable experience to you, each time you honour us with your visit. We project an aspiring lifestyle and reflect the true direction of our developing country. Ambience mall teams are dedicatedly and tirelessly working towards making Ambience Malls your go-to ‘Space for a million smiles’, by providing a seamless convergence of leisure, recreation, shopping and celebrations. As you flip through the pages of our precious and bright launch issue, you will be acquainted with a brief snapshot of latest trends, exquisite dining options, entertainment choices and much more. I wish that this season be filled with fun, fervour and festivities for each one of you. May God bless us all! We look forward to your continued patronage and wish for you to become a part of these celebrations.
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Contents A Steamin’ Cuppa With...
Mall Mania
04 Alia Bhatt:The young actor opens up about life, Bollywood dreams and more
10 10 Benefits Of Shopping At Malls: Why being at the mall is the best thing to do
Top 5
Cover Focus
07 Sparkling Love: Our top 5 picks from Ambience Mall
The New Rage 08 The Right Fit: Why you need to get the Nike Pro Bra now!
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28 The Gentleman’s Club: Top watch picks for men 30 Fiercely Feminine: The most elegant watches for women
12 Hello Hauteness: A look at the hottest festive fashion trends
32 The Print Party: Prints that need to be in your wardrobe this season
Style Wise
Beauty Bites
24 Be The Star You Want To Be: The top trends the chicest ladies of B-Town are hooked to
38 Naturally Gorgeous: Jacqueline Fernandez talks about her beauty kicks 40 Shop Your Glow: Top beauty products for
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the winter season
360 Living
42 A Whiff Of Her: From floral to exotic, aromatic treats for women
50 Happiness In A Glass: The best cocktails and mocktails for the festive season
43 A Whiff Of Him: Get in touch with your sensual side with our fragrance picks
54 Festive Flourishes For Your Precious Abode: This Diwali take your pick from some of the most stellar home decor items
44 Rest Assured: The Sawasdee Thai Spa is a luxurious escape nestled in the heart of Ambience Mall
68 Suite Dreams: We take you to the dippedin-tradition Kempinski Ambience Hotel
Happy Endings 71 Opening soon
58 Roll Model: Top tips to become a bowling pro
72 The Time Traveller: Hrithik Roshan on his passion for well-crafted watches
60 Ready To Roll: Auto Report 2015
74 Services
46 Village Bells: Immerse yourself in the rural charm of the quaint global villages
64 Picture This: Why picture books still enthrall kids
76 Mall Activities
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A STEAMIN’ CUPPA WITH...
Alia Bhatt
Very comfortable about where she stands. Focused on her Bollywood dreams. Clear in her head that she is still learning and growing. Excitable about experimenting with her look, whether for films or for photo shoots or for an outing with friends. Mahesh Bhatt’s feisty daughter glows with gorgeous confidence. By Juhi Dua Photographs by Dabboo Ratnani Styling by Aakanksha Jain
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f you thought the ‘cute’ label would box Alia Bhatt into those ‘glam-doll’ roles, with which she made her debut, her totally de-glammed performance in Highway proved you wrong quite quickly. And her habit of calling a spade, a spade, ensures she is almost always in news. Oh yes, she is opinionated! And she is not scared to speak her mind. At all. That may have made her Bollywood’s latest controversy child, but she is beyond caring. “People are free to express their opinions about me and I am free to express mine,” she says. Yes, she does try to be diplomatic once in a while. She has no favourite co-stars and no dream list of actors she wishes to work with. No favourites between Varun, Siddharth, Randeep or Arjun either. Instead, she has dream directors. She would love to work with Raju Hirani and Ayan Mukherjee. She enjoyed working on all her three films and with all the three directors, and does not like the idea of comparing her films as each is special to her. She loves her mom and dad equally. That’s diplomatic enough. But you push her a bit, just a wee bit, and the real Alia jumps up to the fore and takes centrestage, almost instantly. She considers people who bring her age into everything plain ridiculous. She is open about the fact that she is never going to be open about her personal life. She just cannot hide behind facades and would rather wear her opinions about anything and anyone on her sleeve. Rumoured stories about her link-ups do not bother her but people writing lies about
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her, especially those lying with confidence, is something she finds hard to tolerate. And oh yes, she loves clothes, shoes, accessories and everything stylish and exclusive. People may call her a spoilt brat, but she says that she has no qualms in accepting that she is lucky and that she would rather concentrate on enjoying the luxuries that she has been served on a platter.
STYLE WISE A fashion icon for youngsters, Alia is fond of her brands and loves to shop. We chat up with her on what excites her the most—Style. What’s your favourite style of dressing for when you are not shooting? I like wearing heels and dresses and accessorising well. Wearing big rings and doing up my hair and adding colour to my lips is high on my list. One fashion trend you wish would make a comeback? Knee-length boots. Who are your favourite designers and design labels? Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney & Michael Kors. One fashion brand you can depend blindly on for red carpet events? Dior.
Image courtesy: L’Officiel India
Neckpiece, Silverline.
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A STEAMIN’ CUPPA WITH...
“Earlier I dressed to get noticed. Now I don’t dress to get noticed, I dress for myself. And people can hate it or love it.” What do you enjoy spending most of your money on? Shoes. What is beauty to you? Simplicity. One makeup essential you have to wear every day? Kajal. On days when I am not shooting or don’t have any appearances to make, I like to keep it simple and clean and wear only Kajal. Any childhood memories or impressions that have influenced your style? My maternal grandmother, who’s a German, is very elegant. I don’t think I will be able to go down that road anytime soon. But her fine taste has left lasting impressions on me. When we were young, she would buy a lot of pretty dresses and unique accessories, like charming bracelets, for me and my sister. It’s because of her we have developed a fondness for many things like whites, dainty trinkets and, of course, my quirk for buying pajamas. How would you dress up an LBD, the fresh Alia way? By complimenting the look with dark eyes and soft hair. What would you not mind breaking your bank for? Food. (Laughs). Actually, that’s a lie. I am more materialistic than that. I buy a lot of stuff for myself. But when it comes to pushing it, I would splurge on cars. I am lusting after the new Jaguar XF. It’s not out here in India yet but I want it. An actress whose style sense you really appreciate? Sonam Kapoor from the current lot of Bollywood actors. But I also really appreciate Sushmita Sen and Rekha for their sartorial choices. Rekha’s style presence is amazingly inspiring.
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Gilet, Rohit Gandhi+ Rahul Khanna. Bustier, Marc Cain. Skirt, Rahul Mishra. Watch, Tag Heuer. Ring, Swarovski.
TOP 5
STYLISHLY PEPPY SUNGLASSES FROM DIESEL The new DIESEL Fall/Winter 2014-2015 Eyewear collection offers sunglasses and eyeglass frames that are exclusive and uber stylish. Here’s our pick of glasses perfect for you and your pretty friends. Available at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj & Gurgaon. Price: On request
KING OF PEARL, PRESTIGE EDITION, S. T. DUPONT This exclusive ‘King of Pearl’ pen finds inspiration and power through the symbols of the sea. The white lacquer pen features a Poseidon crown with a yellow gold finish. Perfect for your father or a diva friend. Available at the S.T. Dupont at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj. Price: On request
love! Sparkling
Trendy and colourful, precious and bright, every gift you pick for your friends or for yourself should reverberate with the spark and cheer that this festival of lights is known for. By Juhi Dua
CRYSTAL BLING FROM SWAROVSKI
CLASSIC BAGS FROM DA MILANO Da Milano has come up with a plethora of exclusive leather products for Diwali this year. Choose from their wide range of colourful bags for those who prefer peppy pieces and classic bags for those who value timelessness. Da Milano has also launched its Corporate Gifting Collection this Diwali. Available at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj & Gurgaon. Price: Starting at `3,000 up to `15,000
Your jewellery wardrobe is incomplete without luxury cut lead glass accessories from Swarovski. Their Fall/Winter 2014-2015 sparklers are now in store, just in time for you to splurge on them for Diwali and Christmas and everything else in between. Just the exclusive touch you need to get into the mood for celebrations! Available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon. Price: On request
LORD GANESHA AND GODDESS LAKSHMI PLATES FROM LLADRÓ Lladró has launched their latest custom creation for India—Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi Plates. Carrying forward the iconic Lladró Spirit of India collection, these porcelain jewels have been created for the festive season of Diwali and Dhanteras. Available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon. Price: 10x10 cm plates for `6,000 each & 20x20 cm plates for `11,000 each Oct-Dec 2014 7
THE NEW RAGE
fit
The Right
The just launched Nike Pro Bra Collection that provides the right fit and the right support is just the motivation you need to workout every day. By Juhi Dua
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ow many times have you felt uncomfortable while working out because your lingerie just doesn’t provide the right support? Often, does it limit you from choosing flattering sportswear as well? If you answered in affirmative, you are just one of those hordes of women who skips giving her underclothes the importance it deserves.
The Nike Pro Bra Collection, recently launched, and now available at the stores, is just the thing you need. More than two years of research, testing and design has gone into the making of this revolutionary new bra collection and Nike Pro 360 Fit System. “We have a saying here, ‘No bra, no workout, no run’,” says Julie Igarashi, Vice President of Global Design for Nike Women’s Training. “The majority of women are wearing the wrong-sized bra. This is something we needed to fix.” And we are so glad Nike fixed it.
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DAILY USE PLEASURES Westside, one of India’s largest and fastest growing chain of retail stores, has recently announced the launch of private label lingerie brand Wunderlove that presents fashionable innerwear for the confident modern day woman. Wunderlove collection includes Daily Essentials starting at `499, Multi Packs available at `399, Everyday Pretty starting at `1,099 and Fancy pants available at `299.
Nike & Westside are placed inside Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
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MALL MANIA
10 Benefits of
Shopping at Malls Wonder what the big deal about shopping at malls is? Here are 10 great benefits that will have you skipping to the mall the next time you have to buy something. It’s not only about spending some fun hours but a sure-shot way of bagging great deals.
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Meeting people There are so many people to meet. No matter which mall you visit, there are always a number of people around. Malls are one of the friendliest places—almost like an indoor park. So go on, hang out with your friends.
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The food court There can be no reason to leave a mall too early. If someone gets hungry, the food court is right there, with a lot of variety on offer. One does not have to go somewhere else or drive through that busy line at McDonald’s just to get a meal. Which is why, the food court is one of the top draws of a mall.
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One-stop shop
Even when shopping is not on your mind, there is always something that catches your eye. And more often than not, it will be something you will not get at a local market.
You will find everything you need in one place. This is one of the greatest benefits of shopping at malls. You can find everything from clothes to accessories to home decor to electronics. You don’t have to waste gallons of fuel just driving from one place to another.
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Good exercise You get to walk around and that is always a plus. While you shop, get your legs some much-needed exercise too. Most malls are large enough to get at least a 30-minute workout. What a winwin situation!
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Great deals There are always different events and offers on at malls. If a certain promotion, sale or giveaway is being offered, the companies know that the mall is the best place to target people. You’d be surprised at how many offers are on at malls on any given day. So head to a mall next time you want a good deal, you might just get lucky.
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Never under the weather Don’t let the weather be an excuse to not go out. There are always malls. Doesn’t matter if it’s too hot or too cold outside, or even if it’s raining, you have your very own temperature-controlled shopping haven in a mall. You can forget all about the weather once you are inside.
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Shop, shop... drop There is always a place to rest when you get tired from all the walking around. There are benches, and even comfortable armchairs around for you to plop on to. And there are also spas that you can opt for. Or the coffee shops where you can sip, chill and tip.
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A hangout for every type You do not always have to spend your money and buy something if you are in a mall. Just hanging out there with friends at a coffee shop or in a restaurant is fun too. Or indulge in some windowshopping and check out the latest trends while you are at it.
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A rendezvous with temptations Even when shopping is not on your mind, there is always something that catches your eye. And most often than not, it will be something you will not get at a local market. Well, random acts of shopping have been shown to bring unbridled happiness to many.
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Dress up Going to a mall is always an excuse to dress up. There are always such welldressed people around so you don’t want to look like a hoodlum among them. And you will agree, it doesn’t hurt to leave a good impression on people. Oct-Dec 2014 11
COVER FOCUS
Hello
Hauteness A whiff of romance, understated cheer, black bling or sparkling glamour—whatever be your style, we have you covered this festive season. After all, this is the season of luxurious excesses, glittering dreams and bright smiles and celebrations. And these stunning styles will bring just that into your life. Go right ahead and get these bagsful of dreams! By Juhi Dua Photographs by Manpreet Singh Styling by Dhwani Sharma Makeup by Sheisido Hair by Monsoon Salon & Spa Model: Alena for Vogati Talent
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SHEER PLAY Layered maxi dress, Avirate, `3,200 Pleated coat, Sisley, `9,999 Egyptian necklace, Avirate, `800 Bold acrylic ring, Ayesha, `198 Spiked waist belt, Avirate, `600 Gold detail bag, Avirate, `3,200 Ankle strap heels, Avirate, `2,800 Bold acrylic ring, Ayesha, `298
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FLORAL FLUTTER Floral print silk top, Ted Baker at The Collective, `10,500 Floral print silk pants, Ted Baker at The Collective, `14,500 Flower hairclip, Accessorize, `945 Neckpiece, Accessorize, `2,845 Multiple rings, Accessorize, `1,545 Neon box clutch, French Connection, `5,000 Floral T-strap heels, Dune, `8,999
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RED SEDUCTION Extended shoulder pad dress,GUESS, `8,999 Drop chain earrings, Ayesha, `498 Gold wire cuff, Ayesha, `198 Metal cutout necklace, Avirate, `600
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Leather handbag, Accessorize, `3,145 Snakeskin jacket, GUESS, `13,999 Peep toes, Heel & Buckle, `9,120
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BLING BLOCKED Striped cardigan, Versace Jeans at The Collective, `18,500 Leather skirt with zip detail, GUESS, `4,999 Stone and crystal encrusted necklace, Avirate, `500 Metal waist belt, Avirate, `900 Metal mesh bow hairclip used as bracelet, Accessorize, `795 Metallic finish clutch, Accessorize, `3,695 Metallic animal print ankle shoes, Heel & Buckle, `25,960
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PLAYFULLY BLACK Tassel dress, GUESS, `9,999 Pearl headband, Accessorize, `695 Pearl drop earrings, ONLY, `695 Clutch, Kenneth Cole, price on request
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LEATHER COUTURE Leather peplum top, GUESS, `5,999 Aztec print skirt, ONLY, `1,495 Stone earrings, Ayesha, `498 Metal looped necklace, Avirate, `1,000 Metal buckle waist belt, Avirate, `800 Stone encrusted bracelet, Avirate, `900 Stone encrusted box clutch, Avirate, `1,500
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COLOURED SURPRISE Brocade cropped top, Global Desi, `1,299 Blazer, Tommy Hilfiger, `6,999 Jersey pencil skirt, Avirate, `2,000 Double strand necklace, Ayesha, `498 Heart pendant necklace, Ayesha, `498 Fish-scale stilettos, Dune, `8,999
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Image courtesy: L’Officiel India Photograph by Suresh Natarajan
STYLE WISE
Be the star
you want to be If the stars are flipping on a trend, it has to be worth latching on to. We get you the dope on what’s hot right now, straight from the horse’s mouth, and give you a guided tour on how you could get your hands on that trend and get set to rock it.
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Image courtesy: L’Officiel India Photograph by Prasad Naik
Image courtesy: L’Officiel India Photograph by Arjun Mark
By Juhi Dua
Kangana Ranaut Fashion Status: The trendsetting rebel Ranaut for her edgy fashion sense but the Queen insists her personal style isn’t really edgy. She reveals that old world classic and Hollywood-esque charm is more her thing.
Fashion Fetish: “I freak out on belts of all kinds”
Image courtesy: L’Officiel India Photograph by Suresh Natarajan
Fashion Fundas: The world loves Kangna
Mango Price: `2,590
Mango Price: `2,590 Mango Price: `3,490
Charles & Keith Price: `2,999
Charles & Keith Price: `3,499
Zara Price: `1,990 Mango, Charles & Keith and Zara available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
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STYLE WISE
Sonakshi Sinha Fashion Status: Conventionally beautiful and very charming
Fashion Fundas: Sonakshi is addicted to
simplicity. But that does not mean she is rigid. She prefers simple, with a touch of edgy. Clean silhouettes and fuss free clothes is what she feels most comfortable in, she insists.
Fashion Fetish: “I love denim on denim. I have been flaunting this trend for years and now it’s back in a big way. Yay!”
Mango Price: `3,490
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Zara Price: `3,990
Mango Price: `3,590
Mango and Zara available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
Image courtesy: L’Officiel India Photograph by Arjun Mark
Zara Price: `2,990
Kajol Devgan Fashion Status: Graceful Fashion Fundas: Kajol is
being lauded for reinventing herself, style-wise. She admits that she is dressing better these days and loving it, and credits her stylist Triporna for the same. She reveals that she prefers simple cuts and cleaner lines but likes to add a bit of funk to whatever she wears.
Fashion Fetish: “I love
Ritu Kumar Price: On request
Satya Paul Price: On request
Ritu Kumar Price: On request
Ritu Kumar and Satya Paul available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
Image courtesy: L’Officiel India Photograph by Prasad Naik
wearing saris. For events, I prefer opting for saris, graceful and not too heavy.”
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STYLE WISE
The
Gentlemen’s Club Looking for a time teller that compliments your personality? Take your pick from the latest strap-worthy creations that suit your style. By Meghna Sharma Rado, price on request.
Zenith, price on request.
, & SĂśhne A. Langerequest. price on
Rolex, price on request. Tissot, price on request.
Officine Panerai, price on request.
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Hublot, price on request.
Jaquet Droz, price on request. Carl F. Bucherer, price on request.
Longines, price on request.
For more information, visit Johnson Watch & Co. (Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj), Kapoor Watch & Co. (Ambience Mall, Gurgaon) or Ethos (Ambience Mall, Gurgaon)
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STYLE WISE
Fiercely Feminine
Whether you’re looking for something that takes your everyday style to the next level or a timepiece for a special occasion, these beauties from some of world’s best watchmakers will definitely set your heart racing. By Meghna Sharma
Raymond Weil, price on request. Frédérique Constant, price on request.
Calvin Klein, price on request.
Jaeger LeCoultre, price on request.
Omega, price on request.
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Tissot, price on request.
Longines, price on request.
Rado, price on request.
Rolex, price on request.
Cartier, price on request.
Versace, price on request.
For more information, visit Johnson Watch & Co. (Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj), Kapoor Watch & Co. (Ambience Mall, Gurgaon) or Ethos (Ambience Mall, Gurgaon) Oct-Dec 2014 31
STYLE WISE
party Alice +Olivia
The Print
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An inherently summer phenomenon, prints have now joined the main cast of trends for cooler months as well. From dark florals to tribal chic and animal prints, we bring to you the hottest patterns that should feature in your wardrobe, Now! By Meghna Sharma
Michael Kors at The Collective Price: On request
Dark Paradise
Payal Pratap
Accessorize Price: On request
Putting a fresh spin on the idea of flowers in winter, this not-so-feminine version of the blooming print is dark, edgy and oh-so-luxe.
Mango Price: `2,290
Aldo Price: On request
Aldo Price: On request
Charles & Keith Price: On request
French Connection Price: On request The Collective, Accessorize, French Connection available at both Ambience Mall, Gurgaon & Vasant Kunj. Mango, Aldo, Charles & Keith available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon Oct-Dec 2014 33
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Call of the Wild
Cheetah, leopard, snake and more... Show off your fierce side with a dash of season’s most beloved print.
Nine West Price: On request
Gucci
Michael Kors at The Collective Price: On request
The Collective available at both Ambience Mall, Gurgaon & Vasant Kunj
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Armani Jeans
Charles & Keith Price: On request
French Connection Price: On request Next Price: On request
Da Milano Price: On request
Mango Price: `3,590
Aldo Price: On request French Connection and Da Milano available at both Ambience Mall, Gurgaon & Vasant Kunj. Next, Mango and Aldo available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon Oct-Dec 2014 35
STYLE WISE
The Tribal Safari
Lifestyle
Batik, ikat, geometric... The autumn/winter runways were ablaze with tribal prints. Brighten up a dreary day with these bold picks.
Mango Price: `4,590
Nine West Price: On request
Nine West, Mango available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
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Mango Price: `3,490
Accessorize Price: On request
Accessorize, Next available at both Ambience Mall, Gurgaon & Vasant Kunj. Aldo and Mango available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
Pantaloons
Tanvi Kedia
Next Price: On request Accessorize Price: On request
Aldo Price: On request
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Image courtesy: L’Officiel India, Photograph by Suresh Natarajan
BEAUTY BITES
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gorgeous Naturally
Jacqueline Fernandez is like a fresh breath. She is drop-dead beautiful and also very sharp… a rare combination in Bollywood, where your success is often dominated by how waspy your waist is. Perhaps why this Sri Lankan hottie—the latest face of The Body Shop’s Beauty With Heart campaign, is such a delight. She talks about her beauty kicks. By Asmita Aggarwal
Beauty to you is… Not just looking good, but also doing good and feeling good. Clichéd as it may sound, there’s nothing more attractive than someone with a beautiful heart—it always shows on your face. And so, my Beauty With Heart campaign with The Body Shop… It resonates my belief of highlighting a person’s natural beauty, rather than masking people’s faces! Do you think the concept of beauty has changed with time? I don’t think the concept of beauty has ever changed. People were as concerned then as they are now about the way they look. All I know is when I’m not looking after my wellness, I look and feel terrible.
mostly macrobiotic and as organic. I stay away from sugar, fried foods and processed foods, but I also do give in every once in a while. What’s the secret to your glow? I thank my genes and The Body Shop for my great skin! I eat right, exercise regularly and religiously follow the CTM (cleaning, moisturising and toning). The Body Shop is available at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj & Gurgaon
Three beauty products you never leave home without? The Body Shop Strawberry Body Butter is always in my bag. It smells yummy and is a feast for my skin, as it melts effortlessly into my skin, leaving it soft and smooth. The Body Shop Coconut Lip Butter gives my lips instant hydration. And then, I always carry The Body Shop Coconut Hand Sanitizer. You are a pin-up girl for a super fit body. How much of it is genetics and how much do you work out? I’ve always been athletic. In school, I was into gymnastics, track athletics and basketball. And I would go out with my brother and do things like terrain climbing. The only rule to follow: What you eat, you need to burn. I work out for an hour a day. I religiously do power yoga. I alternate with dance Bollywood, jazz, ballet and R&B. Tell us about your magical diet regimen that keeps you looking so fab… I try and keep my meals balanced, simple and light. My diet is Oct-Dec 2014 39
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The glow is in your shopping cart, this festive season. These super products hydrate, nourish and give that much-needed radiance, too. By Prerna Singh
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1. Dior Glow Maximising Primer, price on request
7. The Body Shop Tea Tree Flawless BB Cream, `1,095
A primer that also lends a sun-kissed look. Need we say more! Available at Dior counters at Shoppers Stop at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
A BB cream that uses the benefit of the best-known skin purifier: tea tree oil. Cover up and treat, all at once. Available at The Body Shop at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj & Gurgaon
2. Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized
Recovery Complex II, `6,770 (50ml) and `4,735 (30ml) The update on the star product uses Chronulux TM technology to enhance its work on your skin while you sleep. And it’s a great cheat for a morningafter, too! Available at Estée Lauder store at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon and Estée Lauder counter at Shoppers Stop at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
8. Avene Cleanance Gel, `1,100
3. Kiehl’s Micro Blur Skin Perfector, ` 2,500
This light moisturiser hydrates intensely, giving the skin a plumpedup, supple, non-greasy look. Skin type no bar. Available at Sephora at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
Lipo Hydroxy Acids are the new AHAs. Along with barks and lentil extracts, they retexturise and smoothen skin. Available at Kiehl’s at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
4. Peter Thomas Roth Camu Camu Power Brightening
Moisturiser, `5,880 The Vitamin C of the camu camu fruit evens skin tone, reduces pigmentation and adds radiance. Added benefit: It smells divine! Available at Sephora at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
The saviour of acne-prone skin, this. The gel-based, soapfree cleanser is hypoallergenic and clears up skin efficiently, too. Available at Shoppers Stop at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
9. Benefit Triple Performing Face Emulsion, `2,199
10. Givenchy Hydra Sparkling Lip and Cheek Balm —
Moisturising Glow, price on request Hyaluronic acid and luffa oils instantly plump up the lips and skin, and lend a tint, too. Available in two versions—Pearly Glow for luminiscent skin and Peachy Glow for rosy cheeks and pink lips. Available at the Givenchy counter at Shoppers Stop at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
5. Fabindia Charcoal Face Pack, `250 Charcoal adsorbs—draws out the impurities—to leave behind clear, radiant skin. Just make sure you don’t answer that doorbell with this blue-grey pack on! Available at Fabindia at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
6. Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion +, `2,830 The reformulated complex gives better hydration, and retains the smooth texture of the old favourite. Available at Clinique stores and counters at Shoppers Stop at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
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A whiff of her From floral to exotic, give yourself an aromatic treat this festive season. By Hansa Makhijani
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Get in touch with your intense and sensual side with these haute fragrances By Hansa Makhijani
1. Dolce & Gabbana The One Platinum Limited Edition,`4,000 2. Versace Eros, `5,600 3. Givenchy Gentlemen Only Intense, `7,200 4. Mont Blanc Emblem, `4,690 5. Valentino Uomo, `5,200
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Assured Sawasdee Thai Spa is an escape into luxurious oblivion in the heart of the busy Ambience Mall, Gurgaon By Ujjaini Dasgupta
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y calf muscles were shouting profanities at me by the time it was 4 pm—and I was not even halfway through my shopping list. That’s the thing about Ambience Mall, Gurgaon—the largest operational shopping mall in India—it doesn’t seem to end, and neither does your shopping. But just as I was striking a truce with my overworked ankles as I headed towards a comfortable-looking armchair ahead, my eyes fell on Sawasdee Spa—almost hidden in a corner of the mall on the second floor. The words “Thai massage” beckoned invitingly and I gave in to the temptation. I stepped in and was greeted by the refreshing smell of lemon grass and two life-size statues of the Buddha. “I need a massage,” I almost pleaded to the smiling woman seated behind the reception desk. “Make that a full-body massage,” I added, taking in the ambience. I could sure do with some TLC.
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The smiling woman suggested an Aromatic Body Bliss Massage and, dumping my shopping bags behind the reception, I eagerly followed my masseuse-to-be through a wooden door. Inside, it was a haven of flickering candles and soothing smells. “Relax,” said Jenny, my masseuse, as I lay face down on the massage bed. Just lying down felt so good. But if I was feeling a wave of relaxation at this, I had a tsunami coming my way. The warm oil on my back felt like heaven and Jenny’s
The warm oil on my back felt like heaven and Jenny’s hands God’s greatest gift to humankind hands God’s greatest gift to humankind. Soon, the flowers floating on the glass tray (the only thing I could see as I lay on the bed) seemed to fade away - I let my eyes close and blissful oblivion take over. I drifted in and out of sleep with happy thoughts on my mind, and the rest of the 90 minutes were lost in the soothing Thai tunes in the background and having every stress massaged out of my body by Jenny’s experienced hands. I was almost heartbroken when it ended. But Jenny had that covered—with a perfectly temperature-controlled steam bath and some throat-warming Thai herbal tea. As I sipped on the tea, I got talking to Sukhchit Dahuja, the owner of Sawasdee. Opened in 2010 in Ambience, the brand was the first to bring the Thai spa culture to a mall in Delhi/NCR. Now after four years of building up a faithful clientele, Sawasdee looks forward to opening a sister spa in New Delhi. Looking forward seemed an emotion I could relate to—as I walked out of Sawasdee with my shopping bags, I could definitely hear my muscles shouting out a “thank you” in unison.
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bells This Diwali, think differently. How about immersing yourself in the rural charm, cobbled streets, quaint cottages and bucolic vistas of these dreamy global villages, which also double up as hubs for art, nightlife, culture and food. By Riaan J. George
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MOUNT TAMBORINE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA When you’re on Australia’s Gold Coast, it’s easy to get used to the casual sophistication and glamour that surrounds you. After a day or two soaking in the magnificence of the opulent Palazzo Versace, or even partaking in the bustling surfer culture on one of the many beaches, make your way to the quaint village centre of Mount Tamborine. This verdant mountain plateau and its heritage communities are home to a bunch of exclusive wineries, restaurants, boutiques and gourmet stores.
GOURMET ADVENTURES Driving around, look out for the ‘honesty boxes’, an occurrence you will rarely see outside this region. Small-time farmers or larger homestead owners place the fresh produce from their backyards — strawberries, apples, honey and lemons — in boxes outside their front yard. Passers by can pick up what they please and are expected to ‘honestly’ leave their contribution in the ‘honesty box’. This is also a great way to procure organic produce, straight from the farms.
PRIVATE TOURS The best way to explore Tamborine village and its hinterlands is to hire a four-wheel drive (Southern Cross 4WD Tours offers bespoke private luxury tours) and meander through the tree-line lanes or even the hidden rainforests in the area. Here you will see a string of heritage homes, dating back to the British colonial era, some of which have private cafes and tea salons in their backyard—accessible only if you know an ‘insider’. There are various points in the Mount Tamborine area, which offer breathtaking ‘photo op’ vistas of the surrounding plains and the ocean in the distance.
RAINFOREST ACCOMMODATION AND CHAMPAGNE BRUNCHES Few people expect to find a thriving rainforest in the heart of Australia. O’Reilley’s Rainforest Resort’s private Mountain Villas are stunningly set in the middle of the rainforest and is one of Australia’s most luxurious addresses for eco-tourism. The secluded timber villas, with private terraces, barbeque areas and spa bath are complemented by a rainforest spa and wellness centre, which uses vinotherapy products from O’Reilley’s very own vineyards. And if you feel like a short excursion, drive up to the Canungra Valley Vineyards, nestled amidst the Queensland hills, famous for their daily champagne breakfasts.
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ST. PAUL DE VENCE, FRANCE A short drive away from the opulent yachts, lavish homes and Brigitte Bardotimmortalised beaches of Cannes, Monte Carlo and St. Tropez, and perched blissfully in the Alpes-Maritimes mountains, is the medieval village of St. Paul de Vence. This stonecovered village, which appears like an ageing relic from France’s glorious past is, in reality, a hip and trendy village in an unapologetically ancient avatar. AN ART HUB Ever since the ’60s and ’70s, when this citadel was frequented by European socialites and business tycoons, St. Paul de Vence has become a hub for modern artists. Iconic Franco-Russian artist Marc Chagall call St. Paul home, while Henri Matisse spent a lot of his time painting here. Today, there are strings of upscale art galleries and thriving artist communities in every cobbled nook and cranny of the village. At the heart of the village lies the Fondation Maeght, one of the best contemporary art museums in the world, with an unparalleled collection of avant-garde sketches, sculptures, installations, collages ceramics and more. 48 AMBIENCE MALL
FOR THE BON VIVANT Visitors enter on foot—this is a car-free village—through the imposing rampart gate at the front, greeted by the sight of Les Tilleuls, under the shade of an old lime tree, one of the most famous cafés and a regular haunt for locals. While most visitors to St. Paul de Vence are day trippers, a small section of discerning travellers choose to stay at a boutique hotel or a French luxury homestay within the rampart walls. Some of these luxury homestays at St. Paul are run by local artists and, hence, their homes and hotels are like curated art exhibitions in themselves. Besides that, the village houses trendy local designers, stores selling olives, foie gras and absinthe, as well as the Cave de St. Paul, a wine cellar that dates back to the 14th century. Don’t forget to dine at one of the tony, family-run restaurants, which specialise in Provençale cuisine, washed down with copious amounts of wine from the vineyards nearby. If this pastoral-chic existence appeals to you, the equally quaint medieval village of Vence, also in the form of a fortified hilltop habitation, is a short drive away. This is where Henri Matisse painted his world-famous modernist church murals.
SITGES, SPAIN Sitges, a once sleepy fishing village, located only about 35 kms south of Spain’s capital of eclecticism—Barcelona—has now become a boho-chic hotspot, burgeoning with luxury hotels, boutique hostels, nudist beaches, organic groceries, upscale cafés, trendy boutiques and an extremely picturesque waterfront. Sitges and its 17 beaches has also become a favourite weekend getaway for Barcelona’s swish set. The charm of this little village reveals itself to you as you walk through its labyrinthine, cobbled alleys or explore its seafront promenade, meticulously dotted with Mediterranean-style palm trees. Art enthusiasts will love the evident juxtaposition of old Spanish fishing-village constructions alongside Gaudistyle modernist-buildings, quirky facades et al. Traces of Sitges’ humble beginnings are visible even today—blue lines on the floor outside a house represented a fisherman’s house, while brown lines represented a farmer’s house.
A MODERN AVATAR A string of millionaires’ mansions dot the waterfront, a church stands steadfastly atop a seafacing hillock, flanked by a stone clock tower and, along the horizon, a flotilla of anchored yachts bob aimlessly with the waves. At the azure waters’ edge, you will spot a crowd of sunbathers, nonchalantly sporting couture swimwear and designer tans, especially since the weather is sunny almost all year long. And when the sun goes down, the whitewashed stone walls and cobbled streets of Sitges are home to some of the trendiest nightclubs, wine lounges, champagne rooms and tapas bars in the region. Sitges also enjoys the reputation of being one of Europe’s most gay-friendly zones. DON’T MISS A little known fact is that Sitges’ most famous son is a certain Facundo Bacardi
Massò, who left Spanish shores for Cuba, where he invented and perfected what we now refer to as Bacardi rum. Today, the original Casa Bacardi has been converted into a beautiful museum showcasing the rum’s history through a string of vintage posters, caricatures and illustrations. The in-house Bacardi bar even organises private cocktail-making sessions, where visitors can learn to perfect their rumbased cocktails like Mojito, Cuba Libre and the Daiquiri. UNIQUE LUXURIES The uber-luxe Dolce Sitges is one of Europe’s trendiest design hotels, spectacularly located on a cliff, a short drive away from the village square. The hotel boasts a stunning seafacing gym and spa, as well as a gourmet store that sells its own brand of Spanish olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Oct-Dec 2014 49
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The festive season is upon us and the guests are pouring in. Here’s your chance to play bartender and floor them with recipes from Striker Pub & Kitchen and Terminus 1 at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj. Cheers! By Hansa Makhijani
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Exclusively for bourbon lovers. INGREDIENTS Jim Beam 40ml Drambuie 10ml Sweet vermouth 10ml Dash of orange syrup Red cherry METHOD Shake all ingredients and strain. Pour into a martini glass. Garnish with a red cherry and serve. Recipe courtesy: Striker Pub and Kitchen
CARIBBEAN WELLINGTON
If you love pina colada, you will like this one, too! INGREDIENTS Dark rum 45ml Melon liqueur 10ml Malibu 10ml Pineapple juice 90ml Pineapple wedge slice (Garnish) METHOD Shake and pour over ice cubes in a Tom Collins glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge slice and serve. PITCHER-ISE IT! Quadruple all ingredients except for the garnish, pour into a glass pitcher. Stir and store in the fridge to entertain your cocktail-swirling friends Recipe courtesy: Striker Pub and Kitchen
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A hangover is guaranteed. Don’t tell us we didn’t warn you. INGREDIENTS Gin 15ml Rum 15ml Vodka 15ml Bourbon whisky 15ml
Southern Comfort 10ml Grand Mariner 10ml A dash of sweet ‘n’ sour syrup Coke (Top up) Lime slice (Garnish) METHOD Build the cocktail over ice in a tall glass. Building a cocktail is a process of progressively adding ingredients in the glass one by one. Finally, top up with coke. Garnish with a lime slice and serve. Recipe courtesy: Striker Pub and Kitchen
RUM CRUSTA
This is why rum is always gone. INGREDIENTS Golden rum 90ml Orange Curacao 15ml Lemon juice 20ml Cherry brandy 7.5ml 4 Dashes of Angostura bitter Sugar syrup 15ml Crushed ice Lime wedge (Garnish) METHOD Pour all ingredients over crushed ice in a cocktail glass and stir. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve. PITCHER-ISE IT! Quadruple all ingredients except the garnish, pour into a glass pitcher. Stir and store in the fridge for those unexpected guests. Recipe courtesy: Terminus 1
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MAKE MINE NON-ALCOHOLIC SWEET SYMPHONY
A mocktail perfect for kids, teetoallers, pregnant ladies and the elderly. Why should alcoholics have all the fun?
INGREDIENTS Fresh mint leaves 6-7 Triple sec Monin 10ml Demerara sugar 1.5 Bar Spoon Fresh orange slices 2 Orange juice 90ml Fresh lime juice Soda as required
METHOD Muddle fresh orange with mint leaves, Triple sec, demerara sugar and lime juice. Add orange juice and crushed ice. Mix all ingredients within the glass and top it up with soda. Garnish with a mint sprig and a slice of orange.
Recipe courtesy: Striker Pub and Kitchen
SILVER FIZZ
A classic gin-based cocktail. If you are not a gin lover, this is the perfect drink to start your love affair with gin. INGREDIENTS Gin 90ml Lime juice 01 ounce Sugar syrup ¼ ounce Egg white 20ml Sparkling water (to top up)
METHOD Shake furiously with crushed ice in a cocktail shaker. Strain into a Collins glass and top up with sparkling water. Serve. Recipe courtesy: Terminus 1
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A sophisticated cognac-based cocktail. INGREDIENTS Courviosier VSOP 60ml
Grand Marnier 15ml Cherry liquor 15ml Grenadine syrup 15ml Pineapple juice 90ml A dash of Angostura bitter Cherry (Garnish) METHOD Shake all ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with fresh cherry and serve. Recipe courtesy: Terminus 1
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Make your home festival-ready with a smattering of elegant yet affordable decorative touches, sure to set any room alight. By Sarah Weir
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LladrÓ-BDN -LITHO. HANGING LAMP Price: `53,400
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This is the season for flowers. To receive flowers and let them perfume your home, and to gift some to your near and dear ones to throw in the aroma of happiness in their lives. And when you get some into your space, you need an equally charming vase to display them. Give them a prime place in your home by displaying your bouquets to the best of their advantage with an elaborate embellished vase. Shop at Belirams Belirams Jewellers is available at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
Elegant Accents Add vibrancy to dull living spaces with a colourful selection of traditional cushion covers. This indeed is the quickest way to give any space and any corner in your house a quick but a delightful makeover. Select from comfortable colourful linen covers to those that wear an air of bling and glamour. Shop at Fabindia
Fabindia-Cotton Ajrak Printed Glaze Cushion Cover Price: `360
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Fabindia is available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
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Sophisticated Servers Festivals are all about meeting, greeting and eating. The food that you will arrange will be the best, but the presentation and serving in style take the experience to yet another level. We urge you to treat your guests in style with an ornate platter, laden with treats and flowers, to add a touch of decadence to any soirée. Shop at Foyer
FOYER, LEAF SNACKS SERVER Price: `2,375
FOYER, DAMASK PLATE GREEN Price: `1,979 Foyer is available at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
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oll the ball and make them fall! Bowling can be a lot of fun and it’s the best way to spend time with your friends, family and even that special someone, when a casual evening is what you have on mind. We round up the top 10 pro-tips for you to bowl like a dream…
#1 Concentrate Concentration is most important if you want to make a strike. Distractions, problems at home, school or work, and uncomfortable clothing contribute to loss of concentration. One thing to do is wear a watch and count to 4. It’s not necessarily the extra time that helps, but this gives you a familiar object to concentrate on and helps improve your timing. Watch the 58 AMBIENCE MALL
seconds hand count 4, then move your eyes to your mark as you begin your approach. This will work, providing you don’t have to alter the position of your watch arm too much.
#2 Keep your shoulders square For consistent deliveries, keep your shoulders square to the foul line at all times. A dropped shoulder can send the ball wide. This often happens when you rush your approach. Maintain a moderate approach speed and be aware of your shoulders during delivery.
#3 Keep your back straight This is one of the most difficult things to learn to do automatically. It is instinctive to bend
#6 Slide straight You must maintain your balance for proper ball delivery. And for this to happen, you have to keep your approach and slide perpendicular to the foul line at all times.
#7 Follow through! This is probably the single largest contributor to consecutive poor releases. It’s not hard to bowl an entire game before you realise that you are not following through. Freeze your arm after release and check its position after your ball crosses over the mark—it should be about head-high with your thumb pointing over its own shoulder. over when you set down a 16-pound object, but it is very important to keep your back reasonably straight for a consistent delivery.
#4 No arm bends please! Bending your arm at the elbow and swinging it away from your body are the main reasons for an inconsistent game. A slight bend at the elbow to obtain lift is all right, as long as the inside of your elbow is pointing down your lane and not at the snack bar.
#5 That knee better be bent! It might seem natural to begin your slide with a bent knee, then straighten it as you release the ball. Although, this will get you more lift, it’s just one more thing you have to get perfect for consistent bowling. Stay down at the foul line for higher scores.
#8 Watch your ball cross the mark It doesn’t matter whether you focus on a mark or on an area of the lane, as long as you focus on something. “Hold that pose” until your ball crosses over that mark, this will ensure that you are not rushing out of your approach.
#9 Practise, practise, practise And when you’ve finished doing this, practise some more. It’s hard to be consistently good at something if you do it only once a week. Get a friend to watch your approach, or, if possible, set up a video camera. You’ll be surprised at what you see!
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Auto Report 2015
If you thought 2014 was a big year for new cars, 2015 will not just sweep you off your feet, it will also leave you in tears... of joy. While most of the year gone by was spent talking animatedly about compact SUVs and buying mid-sized sedans like Xcent and Amaze, in 2015 you’ll be spoilt for choice if you are looking for a car that handles like a car but is not completely out of the water if you were to take it out for a weekend in the hills. It’s time for the Ford Ecosport to pull up its socks and for the Renault Duster too. Here’s a look at all that’s new and fascinating on wheels. By Kabeer Sharma
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Get yourself a Retro-Hatch If the new Mini Cooper launched in November isn’t your cup of tea and if you are in the market for a cool plus 20 lakh hatch with dollops of retro appeal, there is every reason to be happy. The legendary Fiat 500 will be coming to India in its proper avatar – 165 bhp compared to the 1.3 l multi-jet that was plonked into its bonnet. On the other hand, if you’ve always fancied yourself a Beetle – there’s some good news – after a gap of a couple of years VW is bringing in the Beetle back in a new less cutesy styling and some powerful TSI engines. Both the models will carry a sticker price upwards of `25 lakhs.
Sedans Have you been putting off buying yourself a sedan? Try the BMW 3-Series that will be released with minor cosmetic nips and tucks like more kid-friendly features, updated headlamps etc. The 3-Series though will be receiving major overhaul under the bonnet with newer, more powerful and efficient engines. It is in fact expected to share the engine with the X3. The facelift is not unprovoked though – there is going to be an all-new C-Class in the market and Mercedes promises it will be bigger, better and even more fun to drive than the current one. But even more importantly, it will be even better looking with a design reminiscent to the S-Class. The booster shot this segment needs though will be delivered in the form of the all-new baby Jag – the XE which
features an all new lightweight body made 75 per cent of aluminium, which means you can expect a new benchmark of handling and speed. The XE will also serve as the launchpad for a brand new range of 4 cylinder, 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engines the company is calling Ingenium. The XE is expected to be priced around 28 lakhs.
Looking for a Luxury Suv? Besides the slew of compact luxury SUVs that are going to launch this year, Honda will finally be launching a Diesel version of the CRV along with an updated design, while Ford will finally be sending in reinforcements to replace its ageing Endeavour. The concept pictures look absolutely amazing and Ford has already proven their ability to translate concepts into production cars without letting the apple fall far from the tree. Both cars will be priced close to `25 lakhs. But an even more exciting battle is happening at the top of the SUV pyramid. JEEP will finally be launching in India with the exciting `40-lakh boss of all off-roaders – the Wrangler and the 70 lakh Grand Cherokee that will take on the ML, Q7, and the X5. Meanwhile there is also going to be an all-new Audi Q7. And unlike before when the Q7 lagged behind its sister cars the Cayenne and Toureg, the Q7 which is a favourite of Indian cinema will be leading the car this time and look to take the Mercedes GL by the horns. Still not convinced? Save your money, there is a new Land Rover Discover Sport coming in 2016.
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In the market for a Sportscar? Just in case, the smashing, power breathing, big daddy of all performance cars the M4 didn’t deliver the kick in the gut you were aiming for there’s some other flashier options in the wings – there is a new Audi TT if you have 60-odd lakhs to throw around, up your budget a little and there will be more exciting, driver friendly versions of the Porsche Boxter GTS and the Cayman GTS that will be going up for sale in 2015. The Nissan GT-R will finally be coming to India to rival the F-Type and the 911. But that isn’t all – Mercedes will be launching the AMG GT a car which will breathe down the neck of the F-type. Tragically though, if you were a fan of SLS’ cool gull wing doors, you’ll have to hunker down and deal with standard ones but under the hood will be a 4.0 l V8 which will be available in 456 bhp and a whooping 503 bhp. The GT has already made fans out of die-hard Porsche lovers. The GT when it launches in India will carry a price tag upwards of `2 crores. If you thought 2014 was a big year for new cars, 2015 will not just sweep you off your feet, it will also leave you in tears...of joy. While most of the year gone by was spent talking animatedly about compact SUVs and buying mid-sized sedans like Xcent and Amaze, 2015 will be when you’ll be spoilt for choice if you are looking for a car that handles like a 62 AMBIENCE MALL
car but is not completely out of the water if you were to take it out for a weekend in the hills. It’s time for the Ford Ecosport to pull up its socks and for the Renault Duster too.
Get Yourself A Compact Suv On offer for the breed of urban adventure aspirers will be a slew of hot new cars. The most exciting launches are of course courtesy Maruti Suzuki. The brand has not one but two compact SUVs up its sleeves – the S-Cross that was shown off at the Auto Expo in 2014 and the XA Alpha a concept that generated whistles and claps at the Auto Expo in 2012. While the Maruti S-Cross is a city SUV with the underpinnings of the SX4 sedan, the XA Alpha is a brand new concept which has already generated its own crowd of groupies. Just to make matters even more interesting, the company showed off an above 4-metre version of the XA Alpha tagged the iV-4. As if that was not enough, Hyundai is working on a compact SUV based on the i20 called the ix25. The car will run on a 1.4 L and 1.6 l diesel engines and share design cues from the new Santa Fe. Honda which has already enjoyed a lot of success with its Brio platform
Hero Motorcrop Hastur 620cc
For weekend riding
Let’s face it, there are weekends when you just want to take a quick run on a bike or just hit the hills in one. The choice in that too is all set to get a lot more exciting. The greatest part of it though is that a chunk of this action will happen in the 350 cc plus engine category. Hero Motorcorp is getting ready to launch the Hastur a 620 cc naked bike design many claim is inspired from the Kawasaki, Royal Enfield will finally be launching Fury in India (a bike the company manufactured from 195963 only for exports). In addition to this, KTM will launch the 1190 Adventure and the RC8R (with a top speed of 320 kmph, this bike gave sleepless nights to Ducati). Ducati itself is readying to launch the Panigale while Yamaha will send out its quarter litre bike R25 and Bajaj will launch 400 cc versions of the popular Pulsar. So no matter what sort of leisure biking you might be interested in, 2014 will have a mind boggling number of options for you. Just remember to wear a helmet. Porsche Boxter GTS Volkswagen Taigun
based MPV Mobilio and mid-segment Sedan, will be using it to send off a compact SUV too. Volkswagen on the other hand will be launching the Taigun which is the most SUV looking car out of the entire lot. There is an aggressive grill, roof rails and even a rear-gate mounted tyre. If we are really really lucky, the Toyota Rush will be headed here too. So, if your Ford Ecosport is still to be delivered, hold on to your cash. There are hotter new compact SUVs coming and the best part is they will all be priced between 7-10 lakhs. Our pick: Volkswagen Taigun Expected Price: 8-10 lakh
How about a luxury car?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA, the Audi A3 and the BMW 1-Series all ensured that it became that much easier to own a luxury car, the choices are about to get a lot more exciting in 2015. Audi and BMW are swapping hats. Audi is getting ready to launch the hatchback version of the A3, BMW is expected to launch the sedan version of the 1-Series while Mercedes-Benz will be launching both the CLA as well as the new C-Class. Our pick: BMW 1-Series Sedan Oct-Dec 2014 63
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Picture this!
Despite the dominating influence of technology in the children’s entertainment market, such as play stations and the internet, picture books still have the power to enthral children today. By Mayuri Saini
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inding time to read with your child can be a real struggle in this busy age. This, however, would totally qualify as spending quality time together. Although every child is different, as research has proven, it has real quantifiable benefits for both your child’s reading ability and familial bonds.
Benefits of picture books for your child Firstly, for children new to reading, picture books open up a world of narratives and are vital in capturing a child’s interest in reading, which should last a lifetime. Picture books allow children to learn that written words carry meaning which they may not be aware of until they start to see words with images in books. Picture books also importantly combine words and art. The image becomes just as important as the words on the page. 64 AMBIENCE MALL
Therefore, children’s attention and imagination will be captured by bright and eye-catching designs. Often the images are so rich in detail that they too can be ‘read’. The images help the child make connections to the story, characters and concepts about every aspect of life. They will provoke questions which can be discussed. Picture books do, however, also hold benefits for slightly older readers. As picture books are viewed to be easier and more exciting to read, they can act as a real motivation for young people who need to be encouraged to continue to read. They provide a stepping stone onto more challenging reads. Reading as a group or a pair can also become an important and relaxing part of a child’s bedtime routine. In particular, reading can replace any activity associated with a screen, such as watching TV, which could stimulate the brain and keep children up.
Picture books allow children to learn that written words carry meaning, which they may not be aware of until they start to see words with images in books.
What you should shop for For less experienced readers you should search for picture books that closely follow the plot with clear pictures and low level language. Babies also enjoy the interaction and hearing the voices of adults. Regardless of age and reading ability, you should always aim for remarkable illustrations to ensure your child’s attention and imagination is captured.
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Popular with Kids THE VOLCANO OF FIRE
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID HARD LUCK
Geronimo Stilton is a best-selling children’s book series. This book is Geronimo’s fifth journey to the Kingdom of Fantasy. Geronimo Stilton, is amazed to find himself in the Kingdom of Fantasy for a fifth time. The elves has called him there. The Volcano of Fire has been mysteriously reawakened. On top of that, the Princess of the Fairies has been kidnapped. He knows he has to help – and his friends are ready to join him. They set off through new realms to rescue the princess and save the Kingdom from destruction. What an adventure. The book is a major craze among kids who are die hard Geronimo fans.
Greg Heffley and his family and friends are back in Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 8. A global phenomenon, the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series has more than 85 million books in print around the world. Greg Heffley’s on a losing streak. His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task. To change his fortunes, Greg decides to take a leap of faith and turn his decisions over to chance. Will a roll of the dice turn things around, or is Greg’s life destined to be just another hard-luck story?
If they can fight their way through the Gaea’s forces, and Percy and Annabeth can survive the House of Hades, then the Seven will be able to seal the Doors both sides and prevent the giants from raising Gaea. But, Leo wonders, if the Doors are sealed, how will Percy and Annabeth be able to escape?
AGE RANGE: 6 - 12
AGE RANGE: 7 - 10
AGE RANGE: 12 and up
AUTHOR: Geronimo Stilton
AUTHOR: Jeff Kinney
AUTHOR: Rick Riordan
PUBLISHER: Scholastic
PUBLISHER: Puffin Books
PUBLISHER: Penguin
PRICE: `499 (Hardbound)
PRICE: `350 (Hardbound)
PRICE: `499 (Paperback)
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HEROES OF OLYMPUS THE HOUSE OF HADES
At the conclusion of The Mark of Athena, Annabeth and Percy tumble into a pit leading straight to the Underworld. The other five demigods have to put aside their grief and follow Percy’s instructions to find the mortal side of the Doors of Death.
GET INTO GEAR STILTON
BIG NATE THE BOY WITH BIGGEST HEAD IN THE WORLD
DORK DIARIES OMG ALL ABOUT ME DIARY
Each Geronimo Stilton book is fast-paced, with lively full-colour art that kids love.
Meet classic comic-strip character Big Nate – The Boy with the Biggest Head in the World – as he stars in his own super-funny series. Bighead Nate Wright truly believes he is destined for greatness.
Narrate your very own Dork Diary with this write-in journal, filled with questions for every day and complete with art and quotes from Nikki Maxwell herself. As Nikki Maxwell knows, keeping a journal is a great way to get to know the most important person in your life: YOU! This special Dork Diaries guided journal features questions for every day of the year.
In this book, Geronimo Stilton is selected by the mayor to give a special driving demonstration, but his drivers’ licence has expired. He only has a week to relearn everything to pass the test for a new driving license. Little did he know that his lessons would introduce him to a talking robot car. Kids are in love with the Stilton book as there are two cars in it - one of which is a solar car that is there on the cover page.
One school morning, Nate rushes off to school, forgetting his lunch. He thinks he has a test and he hasn’t studied for it. Nate’s class notes are full of doodles but sadly lacking any useful information. On the way to school he accidentally body slams his head teacher, then, during his first lesson of the day, he manages to insult his least favourite teacher.
AGE RANGE: 6 - 12
AGE RANGE: 6 - 10
AGE RANGE: 10 and up
AUTHOR: Geronimo Stilton
AUTHOR: Lincoln Peirce
AUTHOR: Rachel Renee Russell
PUBLISHER: Scholastic
PUBLISHER: Harper Collins
PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster
PRICE: `230 (Paperback)
PRICE: `250 (Paperback)
PRICE: `250 (Paperback)
If you could swap places with anyone for a day, who would it be and why? What song could you listen to 100 times? What TV show are you totally obsessed with right now and why? What’s the fiercest outfit in your closet?
Info courtesy: Om Book Shop, Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
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Suite
dreams
The luxurious dipped-in-traditions experience that Kempinski—Europe’s oldest hotel group—offers to you via its dream property Kempinski Ambience Hotel, is simply unmatchable, and, of course, very memorable. A stay at this East Delhi hotel is the best break you can give yourself this year.
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ith the whole country already busy making plans for New Year’s Eve, booking venues in advance seems like a good idea. So take a moment out from your busy schedule and consider booking yourself and your loved ones a room in the Kempinski Ambience Hotel in East Delhi near the Yamuna Sports Complex—the group’s first flagship hotel in India. With 480 modern guestrooms and suites, including 100 Club Rooms and a Presidential Suite, a number of specialty restaurants and an array of recreational facilities, it is sure to be one of the most relaxing breaks you can take in the middle of the city. Here is what awaits you at this relaxation paradise.
RESTAURANTS AND BAR Café Knosh: All day dining restaurant Dining at Café Knosh is an international experience. It transcends the ordinary by offering you a sublime ambience and an array of scrumptious food. Located on Level 3 in Hotel Tower, this restaurant offers Mediterranean and Indian delicacies in an elaborate à la carte menu, with an exhaustive buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Timings: 7 am to 1 am Buffet timings: 12.30 pm to 4 pm Dilli 32: Indian specialty restaurant Dilli 32, located on Level 3 in Club Tower, is all about saluting the spirit of Awadhi and Mughlai cuisine, with live cooking stations. It is an elegant venue where candle lights, decorative glass walls and a range of rich Indian flavours that express the opulence of a royal era. The restaurant’s signature dishes include Nawabi Gosht Stew, Shahi Galawat Ke Kebab, Shakahari Kheechra and its one-of-a-kind dessert Mirch Ka Halwa. From the beverage menu, you can enjoy refreshing options such as banta, som rus, shahi shikanji or bellini. Timings: 7 pm to 11.45 pm
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Mei Kun: Asian dining South East Asian flavours and heart-warming hospitality defines Mei Kun. Situated on Level 3 of Hotel Tower, the restaurant specialises in oriental delicacies with the choicest wines and other premium beverages. Exotic preparations at the Live Grill Station also enhance your dining experience. Timings: 7 pm to 11.45 pm
fitness centres located in the respective towers in the hotel. Both clubs offer Techno Gym cardiovascular with strength training equipment. Personal trainers and an exclusive yoga deck on Level 5 ensure your overall well-being while you indulge in the many luxuries the Kempinski has up its sleeve. Timings: 6 am to 11 pm
Cherry Bar: A perfect place to unwind Cherry Bar is an elegant, comfortable and eclectic bar to unwind and enjoy marvellous evenings with friends and family. It offers friendly ambience, soulful lounge music and a wide selection of premium spirits and liquor with soothing mood lighting. Guests can feel the vibe as the resident DJ blends sounds, beats and fusion tracks to create an exciting and vibrant atmosphere as the evening progresses. Timings: Noon to 1 am
SPA & WELLNESS Shanaya Spa Shanaya offers a choice of refreshing options to enrich and
revitalise the inner self. Located on Level 4 of Club Tower, it is the place to head to if you’re looking for some rest and relaxation. It offers a variety of therapies, including body scrubs and wraps, steam and sauna baths, along with the Ice Fountain experience, Ayurvedic therapies and hammam treatment. There are also a number of attractive packages and membership offers. Timings: 10 am to 8 pm Hair by Dar Salon The modern salon by UK-based celebrity hairstylist Dar offers international expertise on hair care, hair styling, advanced makeup and other facilities such as comfortable hair wash stations, pedicure and manicure stations and an exclusive bridal room. It is the ideal place to rediscover a new you. Timings: 10 am to 8 pm Health & Fitness Park Club and City Club on Level 4 are two well-equipped
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BANQUETS AND CONFERENCE FACILITIES The Kempinski Ambience scores even when it comes to business meetings. With a plush 70,000 sq ft banquet space, discreet lighting and a touch of luxurious hospitality, the hotel is an ideal destination for large events, accommodating up to 6,000 guests. The largest pillar-less ballroom in the country offers an expansive space perfect for large conferences, corporate functions and weddings. Elegant banquet arrangements, exclusive and private boardrooms, conference halls and state-of-the-art technical facilities are just some of the options the hotel offers. What’s more, all major and minor requirements for organising an event are expertly taken care of by the team, who help you plan the programme and suggest unique culinary selections. They also go out of their way to make sure this is the most memorable event you will ever attend or host.
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Creyate
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The Time Traveller
As the actor’s latest release Bang Bang has created a bang at the box office, we get Hrithik Roshan to tell us about his passion for well-crafted watches. By Hansa Makhijani
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ome October, and we will finally be able to feast our eyes on Hrithik Roshan in Siddharth Anand’s Bang Bang. With the sizzling Katrina Kaif for company, jaw-dropping action sequences, stunning locations and some catchy music, it promises to be a muchawaited entertainer. In the meantime, however, the Rado commercial with brand ambassador Hrithik Roshan, which also stars Lisa Ray, is entertaining enough. The gorgeous actor tells us about his association with the brand and acquaints us with his taste in timepieces. Tell us about your first brush with Rado. As a child, I first came across a Rado watch on my father’s wrist. That image has been anchored in my mind as the image of what a real man should look like. And here I am today, with a huge Rado collection of my own (smiles). What are the values of the brand that resonated with you the most? Rado has always been a trendsetter—in material, design and technology. ‘Imagine it and you can make it’ is something that the founder of Rado had said and this line resonates with me immensely. I believe that impossible is nothing! What do you like the most about the latest Diamaster collection?
That’s a tough one. The new collection is not only light and stylish but also diverse. You worked with Lisa Ray for the first time while filming the Rado commercial. What was it like? We had a lot of fun while shooting the commercial. It focuses on the style and durability of the Rado Diamaster Collection as I chase Lisa around, and required friendly chemistry between the two of us. It was so easy to create the warmth for the ad film and it was absolutely lovely working with her. Which Rado watch is your alltime favourite? My watches reflect my mood and fortunately I have enough of them to match every mood and occasion. So it’s impossible to pick one. Oct-Dec 2014 73
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List of Services at
Ambience Mall, Gurgaon SHOE AND BAG REPAIR SERVICES
COURIER SERVICES
TAILORING SERVICES
TRAVEL SERVICES
DRY CLEANING SERVICES
BABY CARE ROOM
DOCTOR ON CALL SERVICE
MOBILE CHARGING UNITS ON EACH FLOOR & PHONE BILLING OR CHARGING MACHINES
ATM SERVICES
CAB ON CALL
FREE BUS SHUTTLE SERVICEFROM NEAREST METRO STATIONS (FREE PICK AND DROP)
GOLF CART SERVICE (INSIDE MALL)
FUN CART SERVICES FOR KIDS- A CAR IN WHICH THEY CAN DRIVE AROUND IN MALL
CURRENCY EXCHANGE DESK
WHEEL CHAIR SERVICES
PRAM SERVICES FOR BABIES
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List of Services at
Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj TAILORING SERVICES
MOBILE CHARGING UNITS ON EACH FLOOR & PHONE BILLING OR CHARGING MACHINES
ATM SERVICES
CAB ON CALL
WHEEL CHAIR SERVICES
PRAM SERVICES FOR BABIES
NEWSPAPER READING FACILITY
FIRST AID
WIFI
WATER DISPENSING FACILITY
WASHROOMS FOR DIFFERENTLY ABLED
RAMP FOR EASE OF ACCESS FOR THE DIFFERENTLY ABLED
VALET PARKING
SPECIAL PARKING ZONE RESERVED FOR DIFFERENTLY ABLED & LADIES DRIVEN VEHICLE
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Ambience Mall Activities VASANT KUNJ
Independence day celebrations For this year’s Independence day celebrations, Ambience Mall Vasant Kunj tied up with the Indian Postal department and Delhi Philatelists Society. The event was aptly called Spirit of India In Her Stamps saw some rare and extremely beautiful stamps on display. The event saw interesting activities being organised by the mall. For instance, there was a tri-coloured letter box for actually posting letters to one’s loved ones, a photo point called ‘Be A Stamp’, a kiosk of tri-colour knick knacks courtesy an NGO, and a counter called My Stamp wherein one could
get personalised postage stamps by the India Postal Department. There was also a flash mob by Nehru Bal Sangh.
Real vs reel Mary Kom Prior to the release of of Mary Kom, the movie, actress Priyanka Chopra and Mary Kom, five-time World Amateur Boxing champion, visited Ambience Mall to promote the movie. They were greeted with an enthusiastic crowd trying to catch a glimpse of their sporting and Bollywood idols.
Soccer mania
Ambience Mall recently tied up with Adidas during FIFA 2014 and put a life size brazuka ball (the official FIFA football) on display at the mall. The mall carried out a lot of activities to engage the customers during the FIFA month.
Flea Market Fun The Flea Market that takes place takes place every Saturday and Sunday at the Lower Ground level of the mall is now better than ever. With stalls ranging from beautiful ethnic wear, jewellery, garden equipment, trendy shoes and bags, home furnishing items and more, it’s a one stop shop for all your needs. 76 AMBIENCE MALL
Mother’s day celebrations A pop up store was created, an assortment of gifts from difference (selected) retailers was on display at mall’s atrium, along with the pop up store, shop n win activity was conducted, the enclosed pics show pop up store view and mother’s day shop n win activity setup, and customer receiving gifts from mall.
Ambience Mall Activities GURGAON Auto Expo at the Mall
In a one-of-a-kind event, Ambience Mall played host to an Auto Mall Expo. Twenty brands ranging from BMW, Mercedes Benz, Audi, Mini Cooper, Volvo along with others displayed their cars in the mall.
Actress Karishma Kapoor was invited by Ambience Mall to take a pledge for health for Revital Women.
India Fiesta Latina Some of the best chefs in the country were invited at the Indian Fiesta Latina to promote world’s most loved cuisines at the Ambience Mall, Gurgaon. Known Indian celebrity chefs like Kunal Kapoor from Master Chef India represented the Indian cuisines. Free live cooking sessions were also conducted for the mall patrons.
Summer Lovin’
Summer vacations being the most exciting time for kids, Ambience Mall, Gurgaon, hosted interesting workshops and shows especially for them. More than five thousand kids participated in the workshops and also received gifts.
Femina magazine in association with Ambience Mall, Gurgaon, hosted a fashion show to highlight the latest collections of the brands placed inside the mall.
Remembering Mahatma Gandhi
This year on Gandhi Jayanti, Ambience Mall, Gurgaon, took a pledge to motivate all their patrons to keep their country clean. A special pledge wall was also created at the mall. The mall was also decorated with some of the most famous quotes by Mahatma Gandhi. Oct-Dec 2014 77
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(Gurgaon) First Floor
Ground f loor
Store name PARK AVENUE (W)
Store name DIESEL
VAN HEUSEN
QUICK SILVER
KASHMIR PARADISE ARTS
BMW
TRENDY DIVVA
THOMAS PINK
BRUNO MANETTI
T.M. LEWIN
WOODLAND
DUNE
BAGS N MORE
LONGINES/RADO
CHARMING
THE COLLECTIVE
ESBEDA
ALDO
I-WORLD
STEVE MADDEN
OM BOOK SHOP
SISLEY
SHAKUNTLAM
GANT
LEVI’S
LOUIS PHILIPPE
SCULLERS
VAN HEUSEN
BLACK BERRY’S
UCB (MEN)
LOUIS PHILIPPE
ARMANI JEANS
BATA STUDIO FIRANG
BOGGI MILANO THE BODY SHOP
VEROMODA / ONLY/ JACK & JONES
GIOVANI
THE NAUTICA
PANTALOONS
VAN HEUSEN(M)
ACCESSORIZE
NEW-U
US POLO
GUESS
SWAROVSKI
LIBERTY
MANGO
ETHOS
PUMA
NINE WEST
UCB
ROSSO BRUNELLO
LA SENZA
TOMMY HILFIGER
RELIANCE FOOTPRINT
PROMOD
WILLS LIFESTYLE
DELSEY
WESTSIDE
CLAIRE’S
PLANET SPORTS
MAC
SUNGLASS HUT
ADIDAS
CLINIQUE
DKNY
REEBOK
ESTÉE LAUDER
FCUK
NIKE
STARBUCKS
KAPOOR WATCHES
HUSH PUPPIES
LACOSTE
CK JEANS
PARK AVENUE (M)
JACK & JONES
DAMAS
BASE CAMP
BROOKS BROTHERS
LLADRÓ
HYPNOTIQUE
KENNETH COLE
BOBBI BROWN
CHARLES & KEITH
SUPERDRY
FOREST ESSENTIALS
VENUS STEPS
FOREVER NEW
HIDESIGN
MADAME
GEOX
DA MILANO
CLARKS
THE RAYMOND SHOP
NEXT
ARCHIES GALLERY
COLOR PLUS
ELLE
GIPSY WOMEN
ARROW
MARKS & SPENCER
TITAN
RELIANCE TRENDS
SEPHORA
SATYA PAUL
BEING HUMAN
ZARA
ZARDOZI
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Store name
DISCOVERY WINES
RITU KUMAR
EYES 2 EYES
PANNA SAREES
LOEWE
“W”
AROMA THAI
BIBA
MAGPPIE
BELI RAM EXCLUSIVES
LE CREUSET
DIAMOND PLUS
GEETANJALI
GLOBAL DESI
SAWASDEE THAI SPA
M.A. RAMZANA MUFTI NAIL SPA TRENDY BAUBLES MARKS AND SPENCER (MEN) VAN HEUSEN (WOMEN)
Third Floor Store name CAFÉ DELHI HEIGHTS KOBE SIZZLERS
GLAMOUR (ACCESSORIES)
JOHNNY ROCKETS
CELESTE (CHOCOLATE STORE)
DIMSUM BROS.
PARK AVENUE (WOMEN)
DUNKIN DONUTS COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF
Second Floor Store name LOOKS SALON MONSOON SALON WESTSIDE FABINDIA JUMBO ELECTRONICS SAMSUNG MOTHERCARE NUMERO UNO PURE HOME LIVING EARLY LEARNING CENTER
COSTA COFFEE KFC PIZZA HUT MC DONALDS FUNCITY HALDIRAMS ZAMBAR GOLA SIZZLER WAKKAO CHILI’S INDIJOE SAHIB SINDH SULTAN
CROCS
PIZZA EXPRESS
BARISTA COFFEE
ASIA 7
RELIANCE DIGITAL
FRESCO
STELLERS CHILDREN MUSEUM
PUNJAB GRILL
ICONIC KIDS
PVR
MOM & ME
FOOD COURT
GINI N JONY
RED MANGO
TOMMY HILFIGER KIDS
LEVI’S SONY HAIR N SHANTI
Store name HOME TOWN
Sixth Floor Store name
FLYING MACHINE MANCHESTER UNITED
Fifth Floor
Fourth Floor
I-SKATE
Store name PVR GOLD CLASS
LG
UNDERDOGGS
BOSE
SWING
NOKIA
BLU-O
AIRTEL
THE BEER CAFÉ
Basement-1 Store name BIG BAZAAR RELIANCE AUTOZONE
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AMBIENCE MALL Shop no.
Store Name
Anchor
Shopper Stop
Anchor
Lifestyle
Anchor
Pantaloons
Anchor
Westside
Kiosk
I Ride
Upper Ground Floor
(Vasant Kunj)
First Floor Shop no.
Store Name
F-102 & 103
Woodland & Woods
F-104
Avirate
F-105 A
Heel & Buckle
F-106
Puma
F-107
Arrow
F-109
Vans
Shop no.
Store Name
F-110
Venus Steps
UG - 02
Sisley
F-112 & 124
Louis Philippe
UG - 03
Nautica
F-113
Holii
UG -04
T M Lewin
F-113 A
Ayesha
UG -04 A
Epique
F-114
Accessorize
S- 231, 232 & 233
Relience Digital
UG - 05
Quik Silver
F-116
Levi’s
S-234 & 235
Jumbo Electronics
UG - 06
Dune
F-121
Da Milano
S-236
Planet sports
UG - 07
Calvin Klein Jeans
F-122
The Body Shop
Kiosk
Intersection
UG - 08
FCUK
F-126
Van Heusen
S-238
Terminus 1 Café
UG - 09
Guess
F-127
Blackberry’s
UG - 11
Jack & Jones/ Veromoda
F-132
UCB
UG - 12
Diesel
F-120
Starbucks
UG - 13
Kiehl’s
Shop no.
Store Name
F-132
Re Café & Bar
UG - 14
ST Dupont
T-301
Landmark
UG - 15
Tommy Hilfiger
T-302
Kylin
UG - 16
Only
T-303 A
Pizza Express
UG - 17
Rosso Brunello
UG - 18
Hidesign
UG - 19
Johnson Watch
UG - 20
Thomas pink
UG 21 B
Royce
UG-24 & 25
Super Dry
UG - 26
Gant
UG-28 F-130
Hamleys
UG-28 A
Kenneth Cole
UG- 29 & F -131
The Collective
UG - 30
Brooks Brothers
UG -32
Gas
Kiosk
Red Mango
Kiosk
Mc Donalds
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Second Floor
Third f loor
Shop no.
Store Name
T-304
Indigo Deli
S-202 & 203
Monsoon Saloon & Spa
T-305 C
100% ROCK
S-203 A
Deepika Anand
T-305A & 307
Punjabi By Nature
S-204
Aroma Thai
T-305 B
Sakae Sushi
S-205 &206A
Diamond Tree
T-308
Chili’s
S-206 B
Gem Opticals
T-310
Mc Donalds
S-207
Andaz/Jalsa
T-318
Striker Pub & Kitchen
S-208
Anokhi
T-319
The Beer Café
S-209
And
T- 311 A
Fun city
S-210
Global Desi
T-311
Underdoggs
S-211
Nike
Mutliplex
PVR Director’s Cut
S-213
Maspar
Food Court
Mistral (DC)
S-214 & 225
Adidas Performance
Food Court
KFC
S-215
Laxmi Opticals
Food Court
Subway
S- 221
Cherubs
Food Court
Kylin Express
S-223
Belirams
Food Court
Amici
S-224
Bagzone
Food Court
Ala Turka
S-212
Yauatcha
Food Court
Punjabi By Nature Express
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