Moda Dynastie Magazine Nov - Dec 2018 by Moda Dynastie

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44 50- kidswear brand hopscotch Building on its brand philosophy of childhood wonder and joy, Hopscotch’s new Fall/Winter ’18 Collection is driven by the passion of discovering one’s origin, inspired by Robins...

76- bargain basement The Fundraisers are bringing their most exciting Bargain Basement Sale of the year on Sunday 11th of November 2018, from 12PM to 5PM at the Gulberg Galleria Mall, Lahore. This year’s annual sale is bringing you hundreds of the best Pakistani fashion and lifestyle brands ...

78- nescafe What makes us human beings? Is it the dollars in our pockets or is it that we stay in touch and subsequently nourish the soul in all of us. Of course the latter, and keeping the tradition alive, NESCAFÉ Basement is set to bring old tunes with new rhythm, nostalgic lyrics with contemporary amalgamations, ...

104- jibran raheel Upcoming singer and songwriter Jibran Raheel is set to present his work to Pakistani audiences with the release of his debut single Jhoota Pyar...

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C O N T E N T S 22- Hassan Sheheryar Yasin – HSY A unique collaboration between Harris Tweed Hebrides and Pakistan’s leading fashion designer has created a stunning couture collection that will go on show on Friday 30th November at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum in Glasgow...

40 94- tich button After the critical success of the release of his first single earlier this December, one of Pakistan’s leading singer and songwriter, Jimmy Khan has released the much awaited second song and video from the album ‘Tich Button’, titled...

110- phbcw The 16th edition of the country’s biggest and most sought-after bridal extravaganza, Pantene HUM Bridal Couture Week (PHBCW) rolled its red carpet here in the Mughal City of Gardens on December 7, 2018...

172-mirage live tour One of Pakistan’s best live pop-rock band MIRAGE, comprising of Saad Hayat, Rehan Nazim, Hasan Mahmud, Ajay Harri, Shane Kerr and Abid Wilson, concluded their Winter Madness Live Tour with a powerhouse live performance in Lahore at an event hosted by Origami and Lotus PR at Peeru’s Café...

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vetlana, 26, born and raised in the Caucasus, in the city of Nalchik, and upbringing is the main rule in her life. Metiska - Mountain Jew, Circassian, Ossetian - everything is about Her. She grew up in a multinational, creative, musical family. After graduating from kindergarten, she was sent to a music school. After graduating, she learned to play piano and balalaika. From the age of 12 she was engaged in vocal and dance, ballroom and national. By profession I am a pharmacist, I graduated from a medical university, I also have the education of a cosmetologist-aesthetist. I have a musical education. From my very childhood, wherever I went, everyone started to ask me questions: someone expressed admiration, someone was surprised, someone had a shock. Such reactions to my doll-like appearance happened with people so often that in Russia, my father rarely let me go outside, he was afraid. In Israel, they often stop me today, many people follow me on social networks, follow my life, and are interested in me. I have wonderful parents who are always there, an elder brother, and two sisters. My most important achievement in life is my two beautiful angels, I am a mother @s vetla na m i

of two children, a boy of 8 years and a girl of 5 years. Arriving in Israel, I received an offer to participate in a beauty contest in Georgia, and I went there and took first place, by voting, from people from all over the world. She received the title “Miss Middle East 2017” “The most beautiful girl of the East”. After this, my modeling career began: I returned to Israel with a crown, and they began to invite me to different shootings, to creative events, so that I could demonstrate there unique exclusive outfits of companies known in Russia, the USA and Israel. The first interview I gave in the live broadcast for the magazine and TV channel "Stmegi" Where the page title was "Svetlana Mishieva is a girl with an amazing appearance: fragile, delicate, similar to a small porcelain figurine, in which, contrary to public opinion, beauty and mind are harmoniously combined."

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Editor'S Message Same like every other edition of Moda Dynatie this edition was very happening and we can consider one of our most dear one. We were part of many events and had chance to introduce many new faces in fashion industry to our very beloved readers. It gives us immense joy to be a part of one of the most important events of Pakistani fashion industry the 16th edition of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest and most sought-after bridal extravaganza, Pantene HUM Bridal Couture Week (PHBCW) rolled its red carpet here in the Mughal City of Gardens on December 7, 2018. Over the years, PHBCW has not only been presenting latest bridal collections and trends by the established designers. Page 108 For the first time we are adding new part of moda dynastie magazine a movie review. The movie has already been released Thursday 13th December 2018 all over Dubai. Pinky Memsaab is not a story of lovers or villains or having actions / item-numbers to entertain audience. It is story of a struggle aroused from a dream. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a dream of a small-town girl or struggle of High-class woman. The movie acknowledged everyone who lives in Dubai and call as their second home. Page 84 The last month of the year 2018 marked a historic paradigm in sports and entertainment industry of Pakistan. Purposive resolve of the people at Ring of Pakistan astonished the world by turning the dream of bringing international professional wrestlers and Hollywood stars to Pakistan.Page 170 We are delighted and very proud to have brought our annual fundraising event to Scotland for the first time and are indebted to Harris Tweed Hebrides and HSY for their invaluable contribution to the eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fundraising efforts, beautifully bringing together two cultures in one collection in this most dynamic issue of Moda Dynastie Magazine. Page 22 We look forward to hearing your feedback magazines@modadynastie.com

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‘SHAH’ AT TH E ICONIC K E LV I NG R OVE AR T GALLERY & MUSEUM GL ASGOW! HSY and Harris Tweed tie hands, presenting the brand’s new couture collection titled ‘Shah’ at the iconic Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum Glasgow!

[Lahore: 26th Nov 2018] For the very first time, two internationally acclaimed fashion houses, the King of Couture HSY and Scottish brand Harris Tweed have collaborated, presenting the brand's new couture collection ‘Shah’ via a solo show on the 30th of November at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Scotland.

the best of Scottish textiles and Pakistani design. We look forward to a great event at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and are proud that our cloth will have a substantial impact in raising funds for the UK Association of Medical Aid to Pakistan as well as the admirable works carried out by The Linda Norgrove Foundation in Afghanistan.” said Mark Hogarth, Creative Director or Harris Tweed “Extremely exultant to announce this Hebrides. collaboration with the prestigious Harris Tweed, a first for any Pakistani fashion brand. Thank Being hosted for the first time outside London, you UK Medical Aid to Pakistan for this initiative the annual fundraiser has come to Scotland and we hope raise both awareness funds for the following support from HSY, Harris Tweed deserving through this campaign” said Hassan Hebrides, Kelvingrove Art Gallery & local Scottish Sheheryar Yasin. Pakistani community donors. The show is part of HSY’s membership of the UK association of Medical Aid to Pakistan helping to fundraise for the charity at an exclusive gala dinner. All funds raised will be going to the Medical Aid Pakistan. In addition to supporting the Linda Norgrove Foundation in Afghanistan, UK Medical Aid to Pakistan will be raising funds for three main projects; The provision of clean drinking water; Student Bursaries for Medical qualifications; And treatment for the prevention of Hepatitis B and C. “Harris Tweed Hebrides welcomes the opportunity to work with the internationally acclaimed design Hassan Sheheryar Yasin on a truly unique collection of gowns which will marry

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my Taylor is a super model from California who has been the cover of a number of magazines all around the world. We’ve recently seeing her on the cover of magazines such as Muscle & Fitness Hers, Maxim, FHM, or Playboy, and she still has many more covers lined up this year. Sports Illustrated named her Lovely Lady Of The Day. But she’s not a regular model, she’s gifted, a commercial pilot, a member of MENSA, received her undergraduate degree in Berkeley, and has an MBA! What else can anyone ask for in a woman? She also has the sort of curves fantasies are made of (32D-25-35) and she loves taking her semi-automatic out for some marksmanship. This beauty of Italian and Hungarian ancestry has traveled to 45 countries because travel is her only addiction. Do you want to know what she finds sexiest in a man? Intelligence. And the biggest turn offs are ignorance

and selfishness. she takes care of her beauty by trying not to fall asleep with makeup on, trying to eat somewhat healthfully, and using top-shelf skin and hair products but most of her looks are just genetic luck. She doesn’t focus too much on these looks in daily life. She has always known that they’d fade someday, and that the inside of a person is sexier than any hot shell could ever be. Now, I’m sure you are wondering where you can find this perfect woman… You can find her enjoying the sunny skies flying, keeping fit at her gym in Los Angeles, or at the beach playing with her dog.

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Synergy Pakistan Europe’s Finest

Luxury Interiors and Lifestyle Brands [Lahore, 14th December 2018]: International award-winning Pakistani company Synergy, market leaders in luxury audiovisual, interiors and technology solutions, proudly bring to Pakistan Europe’s finest luxury interiors and lifestyle brands: Poliform, Poltrona Frau, iGuzzini and FLOS Home Collection. The brands were introduced at an exclusive experiential evening, Vita di Lusso, held at the Synergy Studio in Lahore on 13th December 2018. Mr. Marco Longoni from Poliform, Mr. Pietro Verde from Poltrana Frau, Mr. Alexandro Montanari from iGuzzini and Mr. Soren Kokholm from Bang & Olufsen had flown in to attend the event as brought together by Executive Director Synergy Mr. Attique Ahmed. The event was further attended by some of Lahore’s most distinguished and influential personalities including artist R M Naeem, bespoke interior designer Omer Nabi, fashion force HSY, leading architect Raza Ali Dada, luxury furniture and interior designer Mian Ahad, award winning artist Rashid

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leading architect Raza Ali Dada, luxury furniture and interior designer Mian Ahad, award winning artist Rashid Rana, entrepreneurs and business forces Alauddin Feerasta, Aamna Taseer, Naz Mansha, Hasan Mansha, Iqraa Mansha, Asfer Hasan, Sabene Saigol and Kamran Sheikh along with Honorary Consul to Austria in Pakistan, Mr Sarmad Amin to name a few. The event was managed by JS Events with PR by Lotus.

Speaking about Synergy’s addition to their luxury home and interior portfolio, Mr. Attique Ahmed, Executive Director Synergy said, “With 19 years of experience we are proud to be market leaders in luxury audio-visual, interiors and technology solutions. At Synergy, we are united by our passion to create the most bespoke, luxury experiences for our patrons and our expansion into partnership with some of the finest European brands for our patrons in Pakistan is manifest of this vision.” The Synergy Experience Studio in Lahore now introduces: • Poliform: Founded in 1970, from an evolution of a small artisan’s shop dating back to 1942, Poliform is the embodiment of innovation, craft and enduring design. Elements that have shaped some of the finest luxury residences designed by globally acclaimed architects and designers. It is a brand that is focused on “lives, passions and inspirations" by creating artisanal signature pieces.

. iGuzzini: Bringing life to some of the world's most acclaimed spaces, through advanced and innovative lighting, iGuzzini, founded in 1959 in Recanati, Italy, ranks amongst the leading architectural lighting companies in Europe dedicated to the study, design and production of intelligent lighting systems for interiors and exteriors.

• FLOS Home Collection: FLOS is an iconic Italian brand that reinvented the idea of artificial lighting and transformed the world with the amazing idea of “Desire Lines” which brought about the most innovative lamp designs in the history of lighting. Founded in 1962, the brand is an ever-evolving blend of emotions, technology, poetry, aesthetics and values. Indeed, Synergy has won multiple CEDIA awards over the years and is amongst a very few companies in the Middle East and Asia region to have been recognized on such a forum. Synergy continues to pioneer collaborations with the world’s leading brands to provide complete home and executive office solutions. The launch of Poliform, Poltrona Frau, iGuzzini and FLOS Home Collection adds to Synergy’s existing array of exclusive brands available at their studio including Bang & Olufsen, Bowers & Wilkins and Lutron to name a few.

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3 B AHADUR: R ISE OF THE WA RRIORS all set to release on 14th December 2018 across the country! Waadi Animation launches of ‘Apka Bahadur Kaun hai’ campaign

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akistan, 6th December] Waadi Animations is all set to release the finale of Pakistan’s first animated full-length super hero film franchise, 3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors! With high quality animation and detailing, crowd simulation, top of the line VFX tools, approximately over 5000 hours of animated production by over 30 animators, this is indeed the biggest animated production by Waadi Productions. With Sharmeen ObaidChinoy at the helm as the Creative Director, the 3 Bahadur Trilogy has set new industry standards for animated fiction and content geared towards children in the country and its third installment, 3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors aims to empower and motivate today’s youth through dynamic 3D animation and an engaging story telling format.

n epic story of friendship, teamwork and courage, 3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors chronicles the journey of three unlikely superheroes Amna, Saadi and Kamil who have indeed become household names in Pakistan. Indeed, the animated film aims to inspire the next generation to realize that they too hold the power to change the future of Pakistan. For the finale, Waadi Animations introduces two new super heroes: Mehwish Hayat as Erma and Nimra Bucha as Babushka. Voice-actors Zuhab Khan returns as Saadi and Arisha Razi as Amna with Bashar Amir Shafi joining the cast as Kamil. 3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors also features a star-studded cast of Behroze Sabsvari as Deenu Chacha, Fahad Mustafa as Amna’s father, Sarwat Gillani as Saadi’s mother, Khalid Malik as Kamil’s Father, Faheem Khan as Gunchu and Mustafa Changezi as Tony to bring life to the larger than life animated characters.

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Hassan Sheheryar Yasin – HSY A unique collaboration between Harris Tweed Hebrides and Pakistan’s leading fashion designer has created a stunning couture collection that will go on show on Friday 30th November at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum in Glasgow. Hassan Sheheryar Yasin – known as the designer HSY – has been invited by The UK Association of Medical Aid to Pakistan to design a collection using the iconic Scottish fabric as the centre-piece for their annual fundraising dinner which is being held outside London for the first time. He has created a couture collection which incorporates Harris Tweed into a range of contemporary ladies’ fashion with a Pakistani identity. Yasin, who has travelled from Lahore for the event, said:

“It has been a privilege to work with such a wonderful natural fabric which is known the whole world over. I would like to thank Medical Aid to Pakistan and Harris Tweed Hebrides for inviting HSY to be part of this incredible event. I’m overwhelmed by the beauty of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum. It is the perfect setting for the marriage of HSY & Harris Tweed Hebrides.” More than 400 guests at Kelvingrove Gallery will raise funds for The UK Association of Medical Aid to Pakistan and also for The Linda Norgrove Foundation, an Isle of Lewis-based charity which supports women’s and children’s projects in Afghanistan.

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Farah Khushi, Glasgow-based trustee of UKMAP, said: “We are delighted and very proud to have brought our annual fundraising event to Scotland for the first time and are indebted to Harris Tweed Hebrides and HSY for their invaluable contribution to the evening’s fundraising efforts, beautifully bringing together two cultures in one collection.” Harris Tweed Hebrides chairman and former UK Trade Minister, Brian Wilson, said: “There are some lovely synergies in this project. Lewis has a highly respected Pakistani community of long-standing who are very familiar with Harris Tweed. I am sure they will take particular satisfaction from this superb blending of two cultures”.

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MOVIE NEHR GHAR FILMS UNVEILS THE OFFICIAL TEASE R TR AILER OF AHMED ALI AKBAR AND MANSHA PASHA STARRER LAAL K A BOOTAR! Coming to theaters near you in 2019!

[Lahore, 7th December 2018] Nehr Ghar Films proudly reveals the official teaser trailer for Ahmed Ali Akbar and Mansha Pasha starrer Laal Kabootar. All set to release in 2019, a sneak peak of the teaser was screened at FiLUMS earlier in November in true Comic-Con style, and the festival goers gave a resounding response to the exclusive screening. The one-minute teaser will leave movie watchers in anticipation of what’s to come next. With its action-packed sequences and blinding pace, the first look of the upcoming movie takes you into the unpredictable world of Laal Kabootar, leaving you wanting more. With a brilliant performance, the alluring Mansha Pasha, plays the female lead of Laal Kabootar, Aliya Malik. Strong-headed to the point of being stubborn, when Aliya’s world turns upside down, she chooses to put up a fight even though her life is on the line. The male lead, Adeel Nawaz, is played by the charismatic Ahmed Ali Akbar – a hustling taxi-driver, looking for a way out of Karachi. But with his back against the wall, Adeel has some hard choices to make. Directed by the award-winning Kamal Khan, and produced by the Harvard graduates Hania and Kamil Chima, Laal Kabootar is an edge of your seat “crime thriller” set to captivate audiences in 2019!

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For the Love of Food and Music! [Lahore: 18th November 2018] The Lahore edition of Pakistanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest Food and Music Festival concluded successfully on Sunday. The three-day Festival held at Lake City Lahore, on Nov 16th, 17th and 18th attracted a huge number of visitors from all corners of the city and provided families with an opportunity to plan a perfect day out. The festival attracted over 100,000 visitors to sample the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culinary delights. Attendees witnessed chefs working their magic through cooking demonstrations and enjoyed live music. After the successful completion of #CokeFest in Lahore, the festival will now travel to Faisalabad to share the love of food and music with the city.

The Coca-Cola Food and Music Festival offered a variety of cuisines with flavors and delicacies to cater to a wide array of audience. The festival offered a diverse panel of culinary talents along with several home based chefs. Coke Fest prides itself in being the platform for the promotion of solopreneurs and providing a boost to the home-based food market. #CokeFest promises to offer all the seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freshest flavors extending from a diversity of Desi to Continental, Asian (Chinese, Japanese, Thai), Turkish/Lebanese and Italian.

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CEO at Activemedia (The Organizer), Saad M. Khan said; “The season 1 of Coca-Cola Food and Music Festival saw the biggest celebration of Pakistani culture with more than 250,000 people enjoying the festival with their loved ones. Season 2 of the Coke Fest is going to be bigger than ever, expanding to five cities with 7 events altogether. We are extremely excited and looking forward to welcome our guests to provide world-class entertainment through quality music and food for everyone.”

Given the prevailing political and security situations in our country, people get only a few opportunities to come together for festivities in a safe public setting. As a brand that focuses on togetherness, Coca-Cola took it upon itself to bring people together for three-day festive events. Last year, The Coca-Cola Food and Music Festival brought together two of the biggest passion points of our nation; Music and Food, to give the people something to celebrate.

Organized by Active Media, the #CokeFest is presented by CocaCola Pakistan cosponsored by Jazz alongwith Kashmir cooking oil and Banaspati with Foodies ‘R Us, as the organizing partners. Also, The Festival’s Transport Partner will be Uber, Kids zone partner: Candy land, OOH Partner: Kinetic and Ticketing Partner: Easy tickets. Official media partners for the festival are TV One, News One, FM 91 & Wasaib with Lotus PR as the public relations partners and Foodada as the digital partner.

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ilvia Kal is a model, actress and TV host from Madrid, Spain, who currently resides in Los Angeles. Silvia has been the Woman Of The Week by GQ magazine, A Woman We Love by Esquire magazine, one of the 28 Influential Women’s in Latinamerica by Spanish Influential magazine, and the woman of the month of March 2017 that Men’s Health magazine Mexico ran on its pages. Silvia is currently the image of the bikini line Swim By Judit and has worked for brands such as Google, Sony, Natura Bisse, Mezcal El Silencio, etc. Her trademark golden eyes have made Silvia Kal a rising star. She has worked in a number of films, short films, music videos and commercials. We’ve seen her playing the psychologist of David Bisbal, one of the biggest singers in Spain and Latin America, racing cars against Snoop Dogg, playing a soldier in the commercial of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s video game Mobile Strike, and lately, she was one of the leads in the web series Crypto Game. Silvia co-wrote and co-produced an anti-bullying short film that is now in post-production and will be presented to film festivals soon. She has taken dance classes since she was 3 years old, becoming later on a professional dancer and doing exhibitions in Dominican Republic.

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T HE GROW I N G STATU RE O F D U BA I FASHI O N W E E K W I TH SA JADA RE HMA N By An gelina Kali

The f o u r f a sh i o n weeks of New York, Lon don , M i l a n a n d Pa r i s h ave d o m i n a t e d t h e g l o b a l f a s hi on sce n e . O ther cities have found it n igh impossible to break their dominance. But there i s o n e c i t y t h a t i s m a k i n g re a l i n ro a d s a n d that i s Du ba i . S o how is it t hat Dub a i is suc ce e d i n g w h e re o thers have fa il ed ? Thi s is succinctly explained by the exciting up-and-comi n g B r i t i s h co ut u re d e s i g n e r S a ja d a Re h m a n . R at h e r t h a n s h owc a s i n g h e r l ate s t co l l e c t i o n nearer to home, she chose Dubai Fashion Week a n d I h a d to f i n d out w hy. Q. Why did you choose Dubai Fashion Week instead of one of the European fashion weeks? A. H av i n g b e c o m e o n e o f t h e l e a d i n g couture designers in the United Kingdom, I felt that now wa s t h e rig ht moment to incre ase my i n t e r n a t i o n a l ex p o s u re . Wi t h D u b a i Fa s h i o n We e k g row i n g i n s t a t u re a n d i m p o r t a n c e i n t h e f a s h i o n c a l e n d a r, i t m e t a l l t h e c r i te r i a I was l o o k i n g f o r as Dub a i is p erfectly s uitable f or my de si g n e t hos w hich is a fusion be twe en orie nt a l a n d we stern d esig ns. Q. What do you hope to achieve from having showcased your latest collection during Dubai Fa s hi o n We e k ?

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A. I t i s a f u s i o n o f o r i e n t a l a n d we s t e r n s t y l e s r e f l e c t i n g m y c o s m o p o l i t a n b a c kg ro u n d . S o m e t i m e s , t h e o r i e n t a l a s p e c t s a re i n a s ce n d a n cy w h i l s t i n o t h e rs t h ey a re d e l i c a t e l y e n tw i n e d w i t h we s t e r n i n f l u e n c e s . I t is all about takin g th e be st from bo t h wo r l ds a n d m e rg i n g t h e m to m a ke v i s u a l l y s t u n n i n g cre ation s th at exude refin em e nt, g l amo u r an d fem in in ity. Q.

Wh at is th e future for fusi o n des i g n s ?

A. A l t h o u g h f u s i o n d e s i g n s a r e b e c o m i n g m o re m a i n s t re a m , t h e re i s s t i l l a n i nv i s i b l e d iv i s i o n b e t we e n t h e we s t e r n a n d o r i e nt a l s ty l e s . B y m a k i n g exq u i s i te l y d e s i g n e d c re a t i o n s u s i n g t h e f i n e s t a n d m o s t l u x u r i o u s f a b r i c s f ro m b o t h wo r l d s co m b i n e d w i t h expertly applied hand-crafted embellishments, I h o p e t h a t I c a n b e co m e o n e o f t h e l e a d i n g propon ents breakin g down th e s e bar r i ers . H av i n g m o d e l l e d f o r S a ja d a R e h m a n d u r i n g Dubai Fash ion We ek, I truly be l i eve t hat s he m i g h t we l l b e t h e d e s i g n e r w h o c a n a c h i eve t h i s a m b i t i o n . H e r d r ive a n d co m m i t m e nt to her craft is inspiring. Her exuberance is visible in her designs, refreshing and modern, yet delicate an d re fin ed th at belie h er yo ut h. T hat i s why I hope she will let me wear one of her wond e r f u l c re at i o n s at my n ext re d c a r p e t eve nt. F in ge rs crossed.

Ameera Nizar A. H o pe f u l l y to ga in a l ot of p ub licity an d public awareness of my creations. It has already led me to have discussions with exclusive bouti qu e s to sto c k my couture col l ection n ot on ly i n D u b a i b u t a l s o i n Pa r i s . T h i s i s a t re m e n d o u s re su l t f ro m showca sing my l atest collec ti on d ur i n g D u ba i Fa shion Week.

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K id s wear brand Hopscotch D e bu t k i d s led fas h i o n s h ow! Building on its brand philosophy of childhood wonder and joy, Hopscotch’s new Fall/Winter ’18 Collection is driven by the passion of discovering one’s origin, inspired by Robins, its brand identity, and how they signify good luck, passion, and new beginnings. The collection showcased vibrant knits and playful weaves. From florals, fruits to fantastical creatures and from prints and puffs to embroideries and appliques, the Hopscotch FW18 Collection based in cotton, wool, jersey and jacquard had it all.

The show also featured a performance by 11-yearold sitar maestro Ahmed Affendi, renowned for his brilliant rendition of the National Anthem on sitar. Affendid has emerged as a young heartthrob more recently, with his videos going viral over the internet earlier this year. The show was also complemented by four acrobat expert kids who exhibited their skills at the show.

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Hopscotch co-founders Harris Syed and Romana Abdullah said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are delighted to host our first ever kids fashion show in Lahore.

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Qurat ul Ain - Fashion Coordinator

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An inspiring fashion designer with a great eye for latest trendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; forecasting. She has done her masters in fashion designing. And working as a fashion coordinator. She has participated in various fashion shows, events, design competition. She in love with nature, and believe in continuously learning. Since childhood, she had been designing for newspaper and featured her sisters as models.

She has worked with different designers and running workshops on creative design methods for professionals and students all over Pakistan. Many TV shows have invited her an inspirational guest. She is up for any kind of challenge in life and wants to prove herself to the best by utilizing her passion, skill and expertise with regard to fashion. She has already explored numerous mood of the fashion themes and executed in her designs. @ a nnz i

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WHY THE BIKINI IS SUCH AN IMPOR TANT GARMENT! To some, the bikini is merely a swimwear that allows for maximum tanning whilst protecting a woman’s modesty. For others, it is the epitome of glorifying the female form. But the bikini represents so much more. The evolution of swimwear for women traces the emancipation of women quite closely in the 20th century. From all body covering garments, the female swimsuit gradually lost more and more material until the bikini became an accepted norm. During this period, women in the west gained the right to vote, became an integral part of the labour force and a gradual improvement in women’s rights. It is a symbol of female liberation. The silver screen helped to stoke the myth of the bikini like in the scene from Dr No (1962) where Ursula Andres emerges from the sea in her (in)famous bikini. Few of us have the incredible physique of that screen legend. This makes it all the more important to choose the right bikini as it doesn’t allow us to hide anything. Furthermore, the very reason for travelling on a beach holiday - sun, sea and sand – can easily ruin any garment. Salt water and chlorine combined with strong sunshine will easily bleach any sub-standard swimsuit, whilst sand will chafe the fabric. Although the distressed look is de rigueur at the moment, I like my bikini to look like when I bought it even after having worn it several times. So when I choose a bikini, not only do I look for something which looks appealing and modern, but it also has to be made from quality materials and dyes that last whilst still being affordable. It is easier said than done. The bikini must make me feel confident to show off all my bits and pieces in public. I have found one brand that fits all my criteria when selecting a bikini and that is the Italian brand SixBikini. What more can a girl want than Italian design as well as a high quality Italian made product at very reasonable prices? I know that I have made the right choice as I get so many compliments when wearing my SixBikini swimwear. I just can’t wait to escape the cold and rainy London weather for my winter break in Dubai and strut along the sunny beach in my glorious SixBikini outfit.

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Ioana Rez. Mare City Fashion Week

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On November, 23rd in Kropivnitskiy in the concert hall “Provokator” there was a grand holiday of talent and design skills - the International Designers Contest Fashion show “Fashion without frontiers”. The organizer of the stylish holiday is the model agency “Mix models” (leader Olena Rudkovskaya, choreographer of the show Julia Todosieva, casting manager Ksenia Otrychenko) The event was supported by the People’s Deputy of Ukraine Oleksandr Gorbunov, the general partner of the competition, the Kirovohrad Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Department of Education, Science, Youth and Sport of the Kirovograd Regional State Administration. This evening in the audience gathered a lot of fashion connoisseurs. At the International Competition, they presented their collections of about 12 designers from Moldova, Kharkiv, Rivne, Odessa, Kiev, Lviv, Chernivtsi, Kropivnitsky. Evaluated their work by professional jury members, whose head was Ukrainian designer Ruslan Khvastov, who presented a new collection “Where to bring dreams” to the urinogenic viewer. Special guest of the contest is a creative producer, organizer of fashion shows in many countries of the world Jerry Luksensburg (the Netherlands, Rotterdam) All participants of the Designers’ Contest received creative bouquets from the studio of floristry “Elena”, gifts from the garment factory “Mriya E”, and the owner of the cafe-confectioner “Happiness” Julia Masalikina presented to all participants a designer delicious cake. Igor Androschuk, the assistant to the People’s Deputy of Ukraine, Alexander Gorbunov, presented gifts to all designers-guests of our city. he Grand Prix winner received a trip to Europe from SkyFull Travel Agency. Stylists and makeup artists received gifts from the Estel Studios service representative. Other gifts from partners and sponsors of the Fashion show were also presented.

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AT THE RED CARPET WITH THE CELEBRITY DESIGNER VENERA TABA KIN By An g elina Kal i

It is such a privilege to attend a red carpet event. The glitz, the glamour and all the beautiful people. Well, herein lies the headache for the woman. All eyes will be on what you wear. Make a faux pas and the consequences can be dire. It can even destroy someone’s career. But if you get noticed for all the right reasons, it can propel you to instant stardom. For example, I was noticed by the paparazzi and fashion critics at Royal Ascot. I was voted one of the best dressed women and covered in dozens of mainstream media from all over the world by the likes of Harpers Bazaar, Tatlers, CNBC and most of the British tabloids and broadsheets. That certainly boosted my profile as a model. So it is extremely important for me to choose the right dress for the occasion. One of the designers whom I turn to quite frequently for a red carpet event is Venera Tabakin. Having worn her creations to numerous VIP events, I am totally at ease that she will deliver. Knowing that I am wearing a dress with the va-va-voomfactor gives me the confidence that I will make a positive impression and get noticed. Getting noticed is of course the raison d’être for attending a red carpet event. It is so important for one’s PR, especially in today’s world where celebrities are the new royalty. And how I got noticed during the Cannes Film Festival wearing one of her fabulous dresses. Who knows what the future holds for me, perhaps even a little role in a movie. The future looks bright. As soon as I met her, I immediately recognised her potential to become a tour de force in the world of fashion. It was very apparent that Venera had flair and an eye for detail. Her passion for her craft shines through in her creations, and her designs reflect her personality: exuberance, joie de vivre and elegance. Sometimes her dresses have an understated vivacity whilst others show off her creativity with great panache. I had to ask her why her dresses remained so affordable even though she could easily move into haute couture with her skills. Her reply was pleasingly telling. Venera wants her creations to be worn by as many people as possible as it gives her such a sense of achievement and happiness to see someone wear one of her dresses. She believes that exquisite design and quality workmanship ought to be attainable for everyone and not just a select few. And I can’t wait to wear one of her creations to my next event.

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FASHION GI VES BACK WITH THE FUNDR AISERS’ signature Bargain Basement Sale to support 6 super charities

[Lahore: 3rd November 2018] The Fundraisers are bringing their most exciting Bargain Basement Sale of the year on Sunday 11th of November 2018, from 12PM to 5PM at the Gulberg Galleria Mall, Lahore. This year’s annual sale is bringing you hundreds of the best Pakistani fashion and lifestyle brands all of whom have generously donated items to be sold at the event at heavily discounted prices. Clothing items range from high-end couture, bridals, semi-formal and prêt-à-porter along with beautiful jewellery pieces, art, furniture and home accessories from over 200 brands. The BBS Vintage Section always pulls in a big crowd and this year’s sale promises to be equally fabulous filled with brand new, or preloved and gently worn designer items that can be purchased for charity along with furniture pieces. Those who have a love for international designers need to check out this section where exquisite pieces by Fendi, Bulgari, Manolo Blahnik, Gianni Versace, Gucci, Valentino, Tory Burch, Victoria Beckham, Christian Dior and Coach, but to name a few. The BBS grand raffle is additionally on form with several extraordinary prizes including flights to Dubai and weekend night stays at the best hotels in Lahore, Chitral and Hunza up for grabs. Raffle prizes

also include meal vouchers at Lahore’s finest eateries, treatments at the best of salons, free cakes by the best of bakeries and a whole lot more. An annual auction will also be held, where high-end items will be available for bidding. These include stunning works of art from Pakistan’s leading contemporary artists: Nazia Ejaz, Shazly Khan, Farhan Manto and Hussain Chandio which is great news as everyone has a chance to bid and take home a beautiful piece of art. This year all the proceeds from the sale will benefit six charities working for education and healthcare. These include 1) Pink Ribbon Pakistan for building the first breast cancer hospital in Pakistan; 2) Rising Stars Foundation (RSF) for schools in Swat and Uch Sharif for the underprivileged; 3) Lahore Hospital Welfare Society, for the Shams Shahabuddin Convalescent Home; 4) Door of Awareness, for education of street children in Lahore;5)The Giving Tree for providing cancer comfort totes to chemotherapy patients, and 6) Sunbeams School System for the underprivileged in Punjab. The first tier sponsors of the event are Sapphire and Arif Sons. The second tier co-sponsors include Sabrosa, Interwood, Guard Filters and Gulberg Galleria with PR by Lotus and a radio media partnership with City FM 89. In addition, BBS has partnered with the following companies to

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to provide logistical and technological support for this years sale: SimSim Pakistan, Easy Tickets, Autosoft Technology, Lumensoft Technology and Daewoo. In 2017, the #fundraisersBBS raised a total of Rs.10.7 Million for the year and 100% of these monies were distributed amongst nine charities. This year they are looking forward to raise even more funds to support their chosen causes. Admission tickets can be bought in advance online via easytickets.pk, or they are available at the door on the day. Fundraisers Co-Founder, Nuria Rafique-Iqbal explains: â&#x20AC;&#x153;BBS is by the community for the community. This is our 13th year of operations, and we are so happy to enjoy the continued support of designers, charities and the public at large. We have thousands of items on sale at great discounted prices so please come and shop on Sunday 11 November and help us make a difference in the lives of thousands.

We try very hard to make the event better each time and we listen to our customers feedback so as to ensure that everyone has a great shopping experience with us. We are truly thankful to all the generous sponsors and brands for helping make this event happen and we look forward to welcoming the public at what promises to be a great event which is fun for all. Remember 100% goes to charity - it is first come, first served, no BBS members are allowed to purchase, so all you wonderful shoppers should come early to get the best deals! See you there on Sunday 11 Nov at Gulberg Galleria from 12-5pm when #fashiongivesback to support #6supercharitiesâ&#x20AC;?

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NESCAFÉ BASEMENT

with his prowess in Sur, Leh and Ta’al. He manages to outshine with his pupils making great songs that’s last in memory for as long as one yearns. Renditions like Kameez teri Kaali, a song of the natives in Southern and North Punjab, originally by the legend himself, the great Attaullah Khan Esakhelvi, covered by Mehak Ali or the soulful voice of Zeeshan Ali doing wonder to yet another masterpiece by the king of industry himself renowned not only in Pakistan but the world , Ustaad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, or a combination of Asfar Hussain, Rizwan Anwar, Hamza Tanveer, Sherry Khattak, Maria Fatima, Kristine Kanaria, Zeeshan Ali, Richie Robinson, Zaryab Sultan, Abdullah Qureshi, Shahmir Quidwai, making the song ‘Kitni Sadiyaan’ one to sooth your senses. Regardless of the challenges, these young artists have faced the music and created wonderful songs for the listeners. In the music industry, glass ceiling is only a myth now, and our young queens rule the industry like none other. Maria Unera, Mehak Ali, Maham Riaz, Afra Chaudhry, Sumaira Waris, Amal Nadeem outclass the best of the best in all forms, mastering not just vocals, not just the bass or guitar, but sitar, tabla and piano as well. They rule and NESCAFÉ supports their dream for them to become a force to be reckoned with. Brick by brick, building on the trademark, season 5 promises the same, from newer talent to newer tunes, better music to even better musicians. Season 5 is set to catapult the music experience to the maximum. The drums and the flute, the guitar solos, the soothing vocals all adding up to present the best there is to offer.

What makes us human beings? Is it the dollars in our pockets or is it that we stay in touch and subsequently nourish the soul in all of us. Of course the latter, and keeping the tradition alive, NESCAFÉ Basement is set to bring old tunes with new rhythm, nostalgic lyrics with contemporary amalgamations, linking maestros of the past with aspirants of the present. In Zulfi, successful newbies like Maria Unera , Zeeshan Ali, Hamza Tanveer, Sherry Khattak, among others found just not a mentor but someone they could rely upon. Be it the right combination of singers or be it the subtle use of drums, be it the stupendous Qawallis and tranquilizing folk songs, Zulfi has done it all at NESCAFÉ Basement andprovided the new talent a platform to shine

1 is the chant in jamming sessions, calling upon each artist to live up to their dreams and sing their heart out for the love of music. The industry is all ears and the old artists amongst the new are ready to be amazed and already praising NESCAFÉ Basement, ranking it at the top, realizing the effort, hard work, creativity and commitment of all people, stakeholders involved. Time has come to shrug off lethargy and get ready for season 5. So get off the couch, brew up some NESCAFÉ, plug in those earphones and enjoy the chill on a cold winter night with soulful music, NESCAFÉ Basement is bound to WOW your senses. Fingers Crossed!!!

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The movie has already been released Thursday 13th Director Shazia depicted a wonderful message to all us who are residing in Dubai that it’s the place where December 2018 all over Dubai. your dreams can come true. It was loud and clear that Pinky Memsaab is not a story of lovers or villains or no racism no discrimination exists among inhabitant of having actions / item-numbers to entertain audience. Dubai. Different nationals are very beautifully shown in It is story of a struggle aroused from a dream. Whether the movie supporting each other irrespective of their it’s a dream of a small-town girl or struggle of High-class cultural differences. woman. The movie acknowledged everyone who lives Movie Pinky Memsaab educates us how to respect in Dubai and call as their second home. individuals who are not from high-class gentry, how A small-town girl PINKY from Pakistan travels to Dubai to act when we are depressed, how a father should with no history of travelling abroad and employed by a respond to a child when busy in work, how to live with high-class socilte Mehr Memsaab. Memsaab transforms different religion persons, how to help someone who ill-mannered PINKY to a well-behaved polite girl. is in desperate need and finally how to struggle when Memsaab is married a passionate investment banker life has so much to offer. All of these lovely inspirational who dreamt to be a Tennis player. Twist comes when messages are the beauty of the movie, which make it Memsaab sees PINKY sitting close to her husband. worth watching. Memsaab travels back to her homeland to visit her father All of the star cast has done a marvelous work and after the incident. everyone’s performances standout in their specific roles. Being a Dubai resident, I can call Pinky Memsaab as my The real performances of all the actors are a great PLUS story. The movie is all about struggle of a hardworking in addition to a movie script. From the dialogue delivery maid who came from Pakistan to Dubai with a dream. It’s to the facial expressions, every emotion is real. I must say the story of a high-class working lady who is struggling that everyone has done justice to their specific roles and in her life for her writing passion. deserve a big round of applause. Indeed, it’s a story of all of the residents of Dubai who came here to work for their dreams.

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JUNE SMITH – TAJJ COSMETICS “Your only limitation is your Imagination” June Smith is the Founder and CEO of TAJJ Cosmetics. A cosmetics company whose products are developed and designed specifically for women of color. TAJJ Cosmetics was launched in 2008, In order to solve the problem of the lack of cosmetic products specifically for women of color. June turned her love and passion for beauty and fashion into a business and created a nonexistent product of value in the beauty industry. A niche product - The Incredible Corn Concealer™ which is used to conceal discoloration on the feet caused by corn. In February 2011, she launched her complete line of makeup for women of color.

Post on a list of comprehensive black-owned makeup and beauty brands beauty bloggers and vloggers enjoyed. Featured as I Am A Caribbean Mom by Award Winning SocaMom. TV Appearance, “Women on The Rise” – Rogers TV, Canada.

Her business tenacity was recognized by Canadian International Black Women Association as one of the Top 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada 2017. Selected as 2017 Beauty Entrepreneur, by Black Beauty and Fashion Awards Organization, UK. June also won the 2016 Prestigious Women in Business Awards, by Woman on Fire Organization. TAJJ Cosmetics was the proud sponsor for the Miss Universe Belize Beauty Pageant 2018, and the Paris Plus Size Fashion Show held in Paris, February 2018. Her products were listed on Essence.com as one of the top Beauty Must-Have Beauty Products. XONECOLE also nominated her brand as one of the TOP 6 Black Owned Brands for women of color. She was also featured on Blacknews.com, and The Caribbean Business Report. June was also featured in the October 2016 issue of Hype Hair & Beauty Magazine. June was also interviewed by Dawn Gallagher, Super Model, Fashion and Lifestyle Beauty Expert and QVC Host on her talk show platform in New York. TAJJ Cosmetics was also listed in the Huffington

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he was also recognized with two nominations on the list of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The 50 Fabulous Women Entrepreneursâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Black Business Women Online (BBWO) and Sista Sense Magazine in 2011 and 2014. She has also been featured on various press/media platforms including Bronze Magazine, Ethnic Hair and Beauty Magazine, Panache Jamaica Magazine, HMGFM radio station in Florida and CHRY radio station in Canada. strong-willed and highly motivated with a matchless passion for beauty and fashion, her goal is to revolutionize the face of the beauty industry by providing

makeup products that are specifically developed for women of color, shades for our shade. With a bright personality and a go-getter attitude, June Smith is on her way to position the TAJJ cosmetics brand on the beauty industry map as a leading cosmetics company for women of color. .

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omplexions are not created equal and neither should makeup - which should enhance and not create an image, she wants her customers to recognize their true inner beauty.

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JAN DAE PER CEM Jandae Percem is a Turkish-American actress, director, producer, model, and mom! You may wonder how she has time to manage all this… Not only that, in 2018, she founded her own film production company Oceans Filmworks. Born in Izmir, Turkey, Jandae moved to the United States at the age of fourteen and lived in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. She speaks fluent English and Turkish, and intermediate Spanish. After having majored in Information Technology, she then pursued acting and studied at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in NYC. Additionally, she continued her acting education at the Susan Batson Studio. Jandae first gained recognition playing the teenager, Ashly, one of the lead roles in the movie, "Blue Lake" (circa 2013). In 2014, she played roles in two Turkish TV series, "Hersey Yolunda Merkez" and "Ask Kac Beden Giyer." We’ve also seen Jandae in the Netflix’s series “Orange Is The New Black” and few years ago in “Person Of Interest.” Jandae directed and produced her first film in horror Entity Project in 2018, and she is in the process of producing, directing, and acting in her second feature film with a number of proven actors and filmmakers (expected to be released in 2019). Entity Project has a unique cast consisting of actors from countries like Argentina, Colombia, Germany, US, and Turkey as she is Turkish. In the cast the Colombian actress Valentina Ezpinoz has won the best actress awards from festivals such as - Gold movie awards, London “ New York film awards, New York “Best Actress “ Melbourne City Independent film awards, Australia “Best Actress.” -The European independent film award, Europe “Best Actress.” -Top shorts online film festival “Best Actress.” One of the actresses Talisha Williams is a model for the Chris Brown's brand Black Pyramid Clothing. Cast is also consisting of Carolina Levi, Gia Maulbeck and Stephanie Geiger.The film is about 6 friends renting a haunted house where two exorcists used to live. Their goal is to prove paranormal entities do exist. Jandae is also a tango dancer.

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“Tich Buttona Di Jori” [Lahore, 20th December 2018] After the critical success of the release of his first single earlier this December, one of Pakistan’s leading singer and songwriter, Jimmy Khan has released the much awaited second song and video from the album ‘Tich Button’, titled ‘Tich Buttona Di Jori’. Released in collaboration with Patari and Radio1FM91, ‘Tich Buttona Di Jori’ is an original urban folk/country tune written by lyricist Daniyal Malik (of Begairat Brigade) and composed by Jimmy himself. With a typical country song structure, ‘Tich Buttona Di Jori’ is a traditional yet comical rendition of the universal theme of harmony with a funky modern twist.

Much like the Tich Button itself, the song “Tich Buttona Di Jori” universally refers to things that perfectly fit into each other representing “Perfect Harmony”. This could point towards relationships, tools or objects that work best in consonance. The video itself depicts the same idea, intercut with a performance sequence Jimmy Khan has successfully incorporated the prevalent theme of harmony through a perfect

orchestration and amalgamation of various instruments and melodies. This song combines “Traditional PunjabiTunes”with modern sounds and retains Jimmy Khan’s signature style. With his first folk album TICH BUTTON, intends to revive and rejuvenate old Punjabi folk poetry and tunes. He brings these to life by and songs infused with the signature Jimmy Khan Band sound. The songs have been arranged and tracked by the band at Saad Hayat’s Studio in Karachi and mixed by Zain Ahsan in Lahore. All the performance videos were shot in Rangoonwala auditorium directed by Ahsan Ali along with director of photography Ahsan Ali. The Jimmy Khan Band lineup for TICH BUTTON features Aziz Kazi on drums; Shane Kerr on bass; Joshua Amjad on dholak; Joshua Keyth Benjamin on harmonium; Shahab Hussain on ukulele, chung and vocals; Zain Ahsan on guitar and ukulele and Jimmy Khan on rhythm guitar and vocals.

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KHAADI CELEBR ATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY BY OPENING ITS 45TH STORE IN PAKISTAN! [Karachi 15th December 2018]: Pakistan’s premier fashion retail brand Khaadi opened its 45th store at Com 3, Bilalwal Chowrangi 20 years to the day it first opened its doors at Zamzama. EO Shamoon Sultan and Khaadi’s management were present to welcome customers. “This is what Khaadi does. For twenty years we create a market for our clothes and a unique and customized retail experience to complement them. We celebrated with our employees and now, Khaadi says thank you to its customers by giving them a new store” The store at COM 3 is Khaadi’s 8th flagship store and covers over 18,000 square feet of retail space, offering customers unstitched, ready to wear, home and kids. The store features escalators and a stunning installation artist Sohail Abdullah; a part of Khaadi’s philosophy to showcase Pakistani artists and craft.

The company is celebrating “20 years of a vibrant you” at their Head office, Pakistani and international stores. Khaadi’s inspiration is global ethnic fusion and it takes pride that its clothes offer something for every woman. Speaking about the campaign Khaadi’s Director Corporate Communication said “Wearing Khaadi makes you feel vibrant, confident, comfortable and classy. We believe you should never stop discovering who they are and we enable you to feel you are.” Khaadi’s first store opened on 13th December 1998 and grew from a 400 square foot space to over 550,000 square feet in two decades. The company employees 1125 employees in Pakistan and 195 employees in the UAE, UK and Qatar.

About Khaadi: Khaadi is Pakistan’s premier fast fashion and lifestyle brand. It currently operates 45 stores, in 17 cities across Pakistan and 19 stores across UK and the GCC, offering a wide range of products from apparel for women, men and kids to home-textiles, in both printed and hand-woven fabrics.

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JI B R AN R AH E EL REL EASE S HI S F IRST SINGL E JHOOTA PYAR [Lahore: 7th November 2018] Upcoming singer and songwriter Jibran Raheel is set to present his work to Pakistani audiences with the release of his debut single Jhoota Pyar. The song can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=rKSY_G8LMOk&feature=youtu.be A story about friendship, love and betrayal, Jhoota Pyar is about two lovers at different states in their relationship. The lyrics are a classic dramatization of betrayal, desire and anguish faced by two people in love.

The cast includes renowned model Sadaf Kanwal, opposite the young musician Jibran Raheel himself alongside, Oun Sarwar, Ofaq Sufyan and Danish Imtiaz. The music is produced by Ali Mustafa; the video has been directed by Shiraz Malik, DOP is by Moeez Khan, editing and post production is by Aks –e – Khaam and Abz, lyrics and composition are by Jibran Raheel, guitars are by Loyson. The set is designed by Hashim Ali and make up is by Toni & Guy and Sonia Nasir.

Raheel started exploring his talent at the tender age of 10 and participated in a diversity of music shows in Pakistan and in UAE. In 2012 he won the best singer award in UAE from the music maestro A.R. Rehman himself at the ‘Sing like a Star’ contest and performed with him live at Dubai International Stadium. Since then Jibran Raheel has also performed with renowned music directors Shankar Ehsan Loy at another concert in Abu Dhabi National Auditorium organized by City FM 101.6 and received a trophy from Rajesh Roshan for the Andaz-e-Rafi competition.

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An upcoming singer and song writer the very known social media icon Jibran Raheel

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D ES PINA: D u bai…I’m back

a ga i n. I t ’s a c h ar min g city to expl ore i t s b r i l lian t attractio n s an d a t te n d t he stunn in g e ven ts . I wo u ld n e ver mi ss an e ven t like th at .

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W elco me to D u bai . W e are go in g to at te n d t he A rab Fa s h io n We e k . G et read y… glam an d glo ssy.

arab fashion week season 7 VA SSIL IOS: Mic hael C inco fashio n knoc ks out the ordinar y trends. Am ato by Furne One m ixes fabric s to great effec t . Nina Zandnia wit h her collec t ion aspire today’s wom en to look t heir best in color, day or night .

DE S P INA : I’m ready for t he best .

Th is s eas o n ’s d ivers ity com es from t h e par ticipatin g d es igners of differen t co u n tr ies s u ch as Paraguay, USA, C h in a, Ru s s ia, Ho n g Kong, Portugal, Sw itzer lan d an d UK.

VASSILIOS: Obviously, UAE designers participate such as Amato, M i c h a e l C i n co, N i n a Za n d n i a , Pe r l a C o l l e c t i o n , S o ra ya C o u t u r e , B l s s d a n d Ta ra b i n S h a k e r. B u t t e l l m e , w h o d o yo u m os tly like?

D E S P I N A : What was really interest ing was DK LTJ U ’s W e n Xihu, a brand of kid’s fashion, since we rarely see kids fashion on the catwalk . Great surprise to m e i s S h a i k h a A b d o o l , t h e f i r s t y o u n g E m i ra t i m o d e l t o walk a cat walk .

D E S P INA : I mo s tly enjoy the designers from

Switzer lan d -So p h ia Nubes, Portugal-Tony Miranda, UK-Bav Taylo r an d Russia-Asm araiia. The European s tyle an d clas s ical lines pre vail am ong t heir collectio n s . Bas ically, th e m anner in whic h t he designers p o r tray th e tren d s on the garm ents as well as th eir exp res s io n o f vision. Who are your favorite d es ign ers?

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always impress and show t he b r i g ht si d e o f life. W h at about the other designers f ro m Parag uay an d USA?

Let’s see if the next fashi on week has these characteris tic s. In t he m eant im e, l et’s e n j o y t h e g l i t te r s p r i n k l e d on t his one.

D E S P I N A: Vro Pard o is rem arkable. I t p res en ts a cu lin ar y fashion, based on th e n eed s o f cu lin a r y staff and t heir wo r k en viro n ment . Som ething really u n iq u e an d extraordinar y. Als o, D ian a M ah rach p resent s t he sexy s id e o f female p ersonalit y with co u tu re e ven in g an d bridal wear. So p h is ticated gown s wit h elegant l in es th at imp res s th e audience.

VASSI L I O S: Au d ien ce n e e d s to b e i m p res s ed w i t h o t he r e l e m en ts a n d p r i nc i pal s to o.

D E S P I N A: Su re. M y s uggest ions wo u ld b e mo re male fashion sh ows , extra large s ize c lot hes sh owcas in g an d clo thes for m in o r s o cial gro u p s that tr y to make avid th eir p resence in so ciety. A catwalk n eeds inno vative fas h io n tren d s and farl o o ked min d s .

De s i g n e rs Am ato by Furne One – UAE , B l ssd – UAE , Michael Cinco – UAE, Nina Zandnia – UAE, Parla Collection – UAE, Soraya Couture – UAE, Tara Bin Shaker – UAE, Zaid farouki – UA E , A s m a ra i i a – R u s s i a , H u m a r i f f – R u s s i a , D i a n a M a h ra c h – U S A , S o p h i a Nubes – Swit zerland To n y M i ra n d a – Po r t u g a l , Vr o Pa r d o – Paraguay, Hong Kong Gov – H on g Kon g , B av Taylor – UK , DK LTJU – Chi n a , H ua n g Jia Produced – China, Jolly Chic – China, Judy & Juia – C hina La Cava – China, Old Times – China, Shein – C hina, Verragee – C hina , W TC – Chi n a , Xin Si Lu – C hina, Yi Dai Me i - Chi n a

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PANTENE HUM BRIDAL COUTURE WEEK 2018 – DAY 1 Lahore, December 7, 2018: The 16th edition of the country’s biggest and most soughtafter bridal extravaganza, Pantene HUM Bridal Couture Week (PHBCW) rolled its red carpet here in the Mughal City of Gardens on December 7, 2018. Organized under the banner of Pakistan’s numero uno general entertainment network, HUM Network Limited, the three-day show will present the latest and the best of Pakistani bridal trends by leading and burgeoning fashion designers and retail brands. Over the years, PHBCW has not only been presenting latest bridal collections and trends by the established designers, it has also been encouraging emerging designers to showcase their skills on a mega platform. This year, PHBCW will be debuting four emerging bridal designers on the runway. Show one of the bridal extravaganza kicked off with

a special Pantene Hair Show. Outfits for the segment were designed by Natasha Kamal and styling was done by Mehek Saeed. Highlight of the segment was live performance by Zoe Viccaji. The hair show was followed by a classic showcase by Nilofer Shahid titled Badshah Begum, a tribute to the legendary Mughal Empress Nur Jahan. Designer Aisha Imran was next to present her collection Daastan-e-Ishq on the runway. Her collection was reminiscent of the glory and grandeur of the Mughal era. Inspired by the grandeur of the Mughal era and its opulence, designer Emraan Rajput presented his collection Surkhab, followed by Reema Ahsan’s Dastaan. Show one was concluded by Tabassum Mughal with her artistic collection Romantic Musings. Show two of PHBCW started with the Classic 1.0 presented by Arsalan Iqbal, which was followed

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by Ansab Jahangir’s Dilara. Faiza Saqlain was next, presenting her collection Shehnai on the runway. Day one of the threeday fashion show concluded with Sahar Atif’s latest bridal collection titled Mah-e-Nau, a poetic ballad of majestic textiles, embroideries and motifs. Day one of the threeday bridal extravaganza had an amazing line-up of celebrities to showstop for the designers; the stunning Mawra Hocane and QYT showstopped for Nilofer Shahid whereas the gorgeous Mansha Pasha and Sumbul Iqbal added allure to Aisha Imran’s collection. Bilal Abbas Khan walked for Emran Rajput and the stunning Hareem Farooq showstopped for Reema Ahsan. The Aangan stars Sonya Hussyn and Ahsan Khan along with Gohar Rasheed and Kubra Khan added grandeur to Tabassum Mughal’s collection whereas Shahzad Nawaz and Omar Shahzad walked the ramp for Arsalan Iqbal. The dynamic mother-daughter duo Bushra Ansari and Meera Ansari showstopped for Ansab

Jahangir, and last but not least, the stunning Aizza Khan added allure to Faiza Saqlain’s collection. The audiences were also treated with a surprise visit by professionnal international wrestlers including Tiny Iron from the UK, Yacine Osmani from Algeria, Bernard Vandame from Belgium, Mila Smidt from France, KC Spinelli from Canada, Pakistan’s only professional wrestler and current ROP World Champion Baadshah Pehalwan Khan, Red Scorpion from Italy, Adam Benseba from Algeria along with the organizer of the championship Mr Imran Shah. All these wrestlers will be participating in the “Ring of Pakistan” wrestling championship scheduled for December 9, 2018 in Lahore. Hair and Makeup is done by the iconic Nabila. All public relations operations and media liaison are carried out by the inhouse PR team of HUM Network Limited, along with show production and execution by the special projects and events team at HUM Network Limited.

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AISHA IMR AN Aisha Imran’s PHBCW collection, Daastan-e-Ishq reminisces the glory and grandeur of the Mughal era. Dainty details, soft feminine colours and the perfect blend of traditional craft and modern sensibility are the hallmarks of the collection. Mesmeric colour palette with enchanting hand-worked details and a seamless display of thread and needle work make the collection a visual delight. The collection utilizes the best of materials and fabrics, ranging from pure silks to jamawar and tissue, carefully worked with stone, dabka and nakshikaam. Aisha Imran’s latest bridal collection visualizes the opulence and grandeur of the Mughul era. Captured by masterful techniques, flaunting sketched embroidery, modern silhouettes and neutralized by sublime cuts – ‘Dastaan e Ishq’ by Aisha Imran is couture at its finest; radiant and ensnaring!

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NILOFER SHAHID Nilofer Shahid pays a rich and glowing tribute to the legendary Mughal Empress Nur Jahan in her latest bridal collection Badshah Begum 2018. The collection is as powerful as the great Nur Jahan herself and pays tribute to her sense of style and aesthetics. Inspired by the trends she set in fashion and jewellery and her admiration for arts and literature, especially the Kashmiri art, can be vividly seen in the collection.

Though Nur Jahan be in form a woman, In the ranks of men she's a tiger-slayer"

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ANSAB JAHANGIR The collection Dilara refers to a woman who delights the heart. She evokes emotions that reach deep within oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soul.The colour palette of this collection is divided into two vast spectrums. The bright vibrant hues such as crimson, tangerine and chartreuse green. The festive feels of the wedding season are complimented with embroideries of elephants and shehnai that show our rich heritage and cultural values. The pastels in the colour palette showcase the softer side of love.

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ARSALAN IQBAL Arsalan Iqbalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PHBCW menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bridal collection is a first of its 3-part series titled Classics 1.0. The collection is an amalgamation of the brand's strength and recent forays into the creation of innovative textiles combined with time honoured embroidery techniques. The designer prides himself in using the best of yarns and hand-weaving techniques. Designs are curated into timeless capsule of sherwanis, jackets and kurtas, embroidered to pinpoint perfection and cut to precision. The collection is structured to epitomize masculinity and grace. Fabrics used are soft silks, rich brocades, plush velvets, opulent jamavars and finest of gabardines. The palette runs from the deepest of blues reminiscent of the ocean and a bevy to bright greens and reds. Embroidered with sandstone, gold and burnt ochre providing a harmonious accompaniment to amber, maroon and spring leaf green.

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EMR AAN R A JPUT Inspired by the grandeur of the Mughal era and its opulence as well as refined taste in menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing, Surkhabmuch like the bird with the golden plume, represents that same era with its rich palette of gold, green, cream and rust. With luxurious embroidery and a style that is rooted in the culture of our embellishments, this collection brings a touch of royalty with a style that may harken back to golden times but is interwoven into todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern tapestry.

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FAIZA SAQLAIN Faiza Saqlainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sShehnai aims to celebrate the radiance and glory of women in wedding celebrations. It is an amalgamation of grace, exuberance and tradition. The feeling of elegance and extravagance is enhanced by the use of lustrous silk and shimmery tissue fabrics which are heavily encrusted with pearls, sequins and stones. These delicately crafted numbers are filled with artfully arranged metallic threads in alluring compositions with silhouettes which do not depart from the collection's true essence of splendour and heritage.

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SAHAR ATIF Sahar Atif’sMah-e-Nau collection is a ballad of majestic textiles, embroideries and motifs, paying homage to a lifelong tradition of the subcontinent. ’Mah-e Nau’ captures within her flawless fairy tale femininity, tantalizing romance and a sweet disposition. Sahar Atif signs off each silhouette in her bespoke couture, signature style. Immerse yourself in‘Mah-e- Nau’as each ensemble narrates a love story from a land far far away.

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TAB AS S U M MU G H A L Innovative fashion designer and bridal couturier, Tabassum Mughal’s artistic showcase Romantic Musings for the 16th Edition of Pantene Hum Bridal Couture Week is Mughal’s fifth bridal collection presented on this prestigious platform. ‘Romantic Musings’ is bifurcated into two distinct lines; offering a contemporary capsule for the modern bride and an indubitably classic rendering for the more traditional newlywed; presenting young brides myriad options for their big day. Buoyed by fine craftsmanship, the collection plays with nuanced contrasts, a bohemian spirit and a deep-rooted Victoriana vibe, while tapping into the innate individuality of every bride who believes in fairytale weddings. The exquisitely intricate and richly enchanting collections are pure visions of dream-like opulence and grandeur. The collection uses a medley of rich sumptuous fabrics including net, cotton net and pure atlas jamawaar juxtaposed with airy lace and end-noted with voluminous tulle.

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REEMA AHSAN Dastaan is a collection of everlasting pieces that can be passed onto generations. It symbolizes the independence of today's bride while still remaining true to her traditions. With intricately embroidered patterns on rich fabrics and detailed beading, this collection of beautiful fusion embodies the modernday bride.

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PANTENE HUM BRIDAL COUTURE WEEK 2018 – DAY 2 Lahore, December 8, 2018: After the glamorous showcase on day one, day two of the bridal extravaganza was a continuation of the glitz and bridal statements with the country’s acclaimed couturiers, bridal wear designers and retail brands. As always PHBCW left its audience stunned with its majestic stage, with the detailing of motifs on the catwalk, uniquely set for a one of kind fashion show. The 2nd day showcased a fantastic line up of designers starting with Ziggi Menswear’s Burda, followed by Aisha Sadya Design House’s Jewels of Secret Garden. Faika Karim was next to present her collection titled Lisbon. Show one of the day concluded with retail brand Royal Tag’s Winter Stories 18-19. Show two of day two started with acclaimed couturier Umsha by Uzma Babar’s MuhabbatNaama. Everthine by Samar presented her collection

Aashna, which was followed by Haris Shakeel’s Khwabeeda. Day two of the bridal extravaganza concluded with MNR Design Studio’s Heer. His collection redefined the beauty of heritage with a modern touch. Day 2 of PHBCW also had a star-studded line-up; the newly wed and the audiences favourite on and off screen couple Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt added grandeur to Ayesha Sadya Design House’s collection while couterier Faika Karim brought the cast of Pinky Memsaab, Kiran Malikand Hajra Yamin on the ramp to walk for the brand. The handsome Faisal Qureshi showstopped for retail brand Royal Tag, whereas the superstar Saba Qamar, the social media sensation Zaid Ali T and his wife Yumna Ali T added allure to Umsha by Uzma Baber’s collection. The gorgeous Urwa Hocane showstopped for Everthine by Samar and the stunning Hira

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Mani walked the ramp for Haris Shakeel. Last but not least, the evergreen Reema Khan showstopped for MNR Design Studio. Show director for PHBCW 2018 is Vaneeza Ahmed Ali. Hamna Amir is the official jewellery partner while Hair and Makeup is by the iconic Nabila. All public relations operations and media liaison are carried out by the in-house PR team of HUM Network Limited, along with show production and execution by the Special Projects and Events team at HUM Network Limited.

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AISHA SADYA D E SIG N H O U SE Jewels of Secret Gardenis inspired by a fairy tale; a love story between a prince and his beloved. The prince, out of love for this enchanting and alluring girl who has no interest in the wealth of the world, creates the most beautiful garden in existenceas a place for them to meet and as a symbol of his love for her.He brings plants and flowers from all over the world in all the colours that an eye can perceive. Attracted by these exotic and rare flowers, birds, bees and butterflies of amazing hues and patterns flock around the secret garden.He fills the walkways with smooth tiles made from precious stones. He peppers the garden with fountains of the clearest waters and gives his beloved the jewels that nature grows everyday, the jewels that are as priceless as his love for her. The colours for the collection come from the fauna and flora of this exotic secret garden. The motifs and designs are inspired by the birds, tiles and flowers.

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E VER THINE BY S AMA R Rediscover the surreal world of elegance and sensuality with this extraordinary bridal couture collection Aashna from Everthine by Samar. The collection is inspired by the old-world charm and comprises a cascade of bridal gowns and lehengas that have a stunning rhapsody of metallic threads, textured sequins, beads and crystals. The collection strikes the right kind of festive chords with a perfect mood and colour palette.

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FAIK A K ARIM Each piece of Faika Karimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lisbon Collection narrates its own story. The rich colour palette comprises gold, ivory and rusts paired with rich olive tones, sumptuous velvets and flashes of fuchsia. The collection comprises contemporary long shirts, peplum with traditional kiran and bridal pieces teamed with intricate handcrafted work with 3D, textures and gota like never seen before. Geometric lines and flows that echo every brideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movement make each piecememorable and unique.

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HARIS SHAKEEL Khwabeeda is inspired by the moon and stars. The collection is full of glitter, Swarovski stones and pearls with super modern cuts, dreamy colour pallet and intricately detailed embellishments.

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MNR Design Studio’s Heerredefines the beauty of heritage with a modern touch. The collection is dedicated to the label’saddawalas, hand embroiderers, masters, tailors, errand boys and to everybody else who is directly or indirectly involved in making every Heer’s dream outfit become a reality!

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R OYAL TAG Royal Tagâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection Winter Stories 18-19 is inspiredby Turkish winter and its architecture. Winter in Turkey is very diverse just like its architecture with Asian, Arabic and European touch. The prints, details and cut line are inspired from Turkish architecture and its colours are the core of Winter Stories 18-19 collectionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s palette.

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UMSHA BY UZ MA B ABAR Umshaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new bridal collection, MuhabbatNaama, is about her love for the bridal ensembles she has been creating since 2010. MuhabbatNaama is a complete collection for a bride-to-be, from nikkah to valima it has all the variation required as per the festivity of the Big Fat Pakistani wedding. Made of extravagant silhouettes and textures as old as time, this collection is a blend of both; modern world romance, and cultural values. MuhabbatNaama has contemporary silvers, affluent golds, popular pastels, flamboyant redsand is inspired by folklore, custom and conviction.

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Z I GGI M E N SWE A R Burda is a collection of luxury velvets, cotton, silk, chickenkari and flannel with lambâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wool. The collection uses cutting edge digital print technology and advanced appliqueing methods to fuse patterns and fabrics together seamlessly in its design. Burda has a deep influence on Moroccan lifestyle and attire with its colonial influences through the centuries. The journey of this collection first started with the cloak that is embedded in the local menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fashion. Embellishments and accessories are made to work effectively as part of a look that is well structured, with luxury and comfort put carefully into every garment.

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PANTENE HUM BRIDAL COUTURE WEEK 2018 – DAY 3 Lahore, December 9, 2018: Pakistan’s biggest bridal extravaganza Pantene HUM Bridal Couture Week 2018 by HUM Network Limited concluded on the high notes of glamour, brilliance, quality fashion and latest bridal trends. Day 3 witnessed high end celebrities on the ramp as the showstoppers for the country’s top and growing designers.

Eve bridal/couture collection 2018/19 which was followed by Munib Nawaz’s Farz Karo. A tribute to the satirical imaginary world of Ibne-Insha, his collection was an adventure in the wacky and wonderful world created by Munib Nawaz. The three-day bridal extravaganza concluded on a high note with the couture king HSY’s Shah. The King of Couture brought his #HSYxHarrisTweedHebrides collaboration to Show one of the concluding day of PHBCW PHBCW 2018. The collection stayed true to HSY's started with designer duo Nickia Nina’s design ethos by merging eastern influences collection Catalina, inspired by the rich into western silhouettes to create a one of a architectural and colourful culture of Cuba, kind couture collection for the festive season. which was followed by Annus Abrar’s Quoso-Qazahh. Murtaza Hussain was next to The concluding day of PHBCW brought highpresent his collection Meer. Show one of day end celebrities to the runway as showstoppers; three was concluded by Ahsan Menswear, the stunning Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain walked who presented their latest collection based the ramp for designer duo Nicke Nina, and as on rich hand loom heavy fabrics. Show two the charming Neelum Muneer showstopped of the last day started with Mehdi’s Garden of for Annus Abrar. Munib Nawaz brought the

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Parwaaz Hai Junoon star, Hania Amir and singing sensation Asim Azhar on the ramp while Zeb Bangash performed for the brand. Last but not least, the gorgeous Mawra Hocane added grandeur to the Couture King HSYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection. Show director for PHBCW 2018 was Vaneeza Ahmed Ali. Hamna Amir was the official jewellery partner while Hair, Makeup and styling was by the iconic Nabila. All public relations operations and media liaison were carried out by the in-house PR team of HUM Network Limited, along with show production and execution by the special projects & events team at HUM Network Limited.

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NICKIE NINA Drawing inspiration from the rich architectural and colorful culture of Cuba. Nickie Nina reinvented Eastern couture with their Catalina collection. The collection featured luxurious velvet, paired with intricate multidimensional embroidery. Catalina Introduced chicken kari and digital print technique with figurative designing. The colour palette comprises jewel tones, baroque facades of Cuba with gradient yellow, pink, orange, turquoise, smoky blue and bright green which bring to life the work of detailed craftsmanship.

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MUR TAZA HUSSAIN Murtaza Hussainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection Meer speaks for opulence and elegance. A dulcifying magic coruscating pastel shades in iridescent hues girded with soft detailing and a modern symphony.

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MUNIB NAWAZ Imagineâ&#x20AC;ŚFarz Karo is an adventure in the wacky and wonderful world of Munib Nawaz. This collection is a tribute to the satirical imaginary world of Ibn-eInsha. The collection sets the stage for the ultimate fantasy in a men's luxury regal collectionthat allows you to be the ruler of your own style.Whether you are a man of complex prints, experimental silhouettes or of simplistic traditionaltastes - Farz Karo has it all. The collection is rooted deeply within our heritage but reaches far into the realmof modernity.

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MEHDI House of Mehdi presentsGarden of Evebridal/ couture collection 2018/19. This wonderful collection encapsulates the beauty of a royal diva by reinterpreting and modernizing time-treasured classics.Bold and jewelled tones in the collection are accentuated by touches of gold, silver and bronze with elegant and mesmerizing silhouettes used to bring life to the collection.

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This collection is based on rich hand loom heavy fabrics with black and ivory colour scheme. It features bold strong cut jackets with combination of velvet, raw silk and jamawar with handmade Rajasthani pagri and coloured stone beaded malas.

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IN TER VI E W BY VA S S IL IO S N ICO L AO S V ITSILO G IANNIS 1.

Tell us about your studies?

I have been lucky enough that I got opportunity to experiment during my studies. In my undergrad program I started up as a business student and ended up as a journalism graduate. Last professional degree I hold is Masters and Specialization (MS) PR & Advertising with overall distinction from topnotch institution of Pakistan.

How did your career unfold?

Well it is an interesting story, ohh gosh what have you guys made me remember I can still recall that meeting where I got opportunity to convenience digital media giants to invest in digital talk show. In a nutshell luck has played a vital role in making me achieve what little I have achieved so far. Tune with Mustafa was stepping stone it was like a Launchpad for me from there I did all the big events and TV shows e.g. Hum TV Bridal Couture Week, PFDC and ARY Films etc.

3. How you manage to combine journalism with modeling? I am a fitness enthusiast since I was growing up. Peers use to smoke up to spend perfect day and my definition of perfect day was and it is still hardcore outdoor day in sun doing physical activities. Physique has helped me in this career transformation.

4. What are the credentials someone should have to become a successful journalist? This is an excellent question Vassilios. The part of world I live in, unfortunately journalism is more of TRP centric. Worth of journalist is not how bigger the audience he can touch; worth is how responsible one is. With power, comes the responsibility journalist fraternity needs to realize that around the globe. Journalism has no color especially Yellow is not the color.

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5. What has been your personal key to success?

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Well I will define the key in few power words, it will sound very monotonous but trust me ask those who has seen success will agree with this.

The real achievement so far is due to my media career I have been able to bring help for deserving. This gives me peace of mind and most importantly sound sleep at night.

i. Hard work ii. Dedication 10. Where do you want to be in five iii. Unlearn to learn new skills years? iv. Self-discipline v. Never become part of rat race of success

I think I see myself acting in next five years, if God has not different and bigger planes.

vi. Stay close to family and friends vii. Never give up on your dreams believe in your conviction viii. Stay humble

6. Were some people an inspiration for your career? I get inspired by almost every individual I get to meet. Everyone has at least one super impressive quality to be inspired of. My first mentor was my mother she taught me bravery and how to respect a woman. My mother raised 3 of us as single parent, onetime cancer survivor and second time after one year of her battle with cancer she lost the battle of life.

Describe a typical day of work?

Black coffee, bespoke suit and creative ideas.

8. Tell us few things about your show? We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t edit anything we just beep it, perks of digital media. Lifestyles show mix of serious and hilarious questions. At times it turns out to be very silly conversation but this is how it is. Our show is not scripted at all its more of a conversation.

11. Are you working on any new projects right now? Yes, I am apart from talk shows there are few fashion shoots and one telefilm which is in consideration these days.

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Terrorism and racism come to an end. I can eat all the sweets and my abs donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get vanish.

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A picturesque area of the Peloponnese with a lot of historical and cultural elements is definitely Ermionida. Its picturesque villages combine unique beaches and mountains all separated by short distances so that the visitor can visit them even on the same day. The nearest islands of Spetses and Hydra surround the picturesque scenery which is very close to the capital with easy access only 2 hours from the land or sea. The area has a rich history with a central role in the modern history of Greece, but also in the past where the area of Franchthi was first inhabited by the Neanderthal man. Today, 25,000 years have been explored through the excavations, and there are indications that the cave was inhabited continuously from 20,000 to 3,000 BC. where it was demolished. Many thanks to Dimitris Pallis for his valuable help with the drone

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music MIR AGE CONCLUDES ITS WINTER MADNESS LIVE TOUR with a powerhouse live performance in Lahore at an event hosted by Origami and Lotus PR!

[Lahore, 20th December 2018] One of Pakistan’s best live pop-rock band MIRAGE [#MirageTheBand], comprising of Saad Hayat, Rehan Nazim, Hasan Mahmud, Ajay Harri, Shane Kerr and Abid Wilson, concluded their Winter Madness Live Tour with a powerhouse live performance in Lahore at an event hosted by Origami and Lotus PR at Peeru’s Café. MIRAGE performed three back to back live concerts in Azad Kashmir on 13th December at an event managed by Oktopus Media, in Islamabad on 14th December at Face Pakistan and in Lahore in 15th December 2018 at an event by Origami and Lotus PR at Peeru’s Café in collaboration with Radio1FM91, TVOne and NewsOne. The band, which is credited as the best live act from Karachi and one of the best from across Pakistan, performed over 80 songs for almost 9 hours during their Winter Madness Tour. The highlight of the tour was performing their original upcoming track, Befiker, to much acclaim from the audiences in attendance. MIRAGE performed their signature live renditions and medleys of popular artists such as Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, U2, A.R. Rahman, Junoon, Backstreet Boys, Bruno Mars,Sajjad Ali, Jason Mraz, The Police, Kishore Kumar, Strings and Noori to name a few. In January 2019, MIRAGE is all set to introduce a brand new sound with the release its

single Befiker from their second album, ‘Doosri Dastak’. The video has been shot at the Lyari Town in Karachi. MIRAGE had earlier released ‘Barhe Chalo’ and 'Panchi' featuring Coke Studio sensation Alycia Dias in 2017, 'Pyar Hua' in December 2016, Ker Daalo Pakistan in 2014 and Zara Suniye Tou in 2013 from their second album ‘Doosri Dastak’. MIRAGE, formed by Saad Hayat on Keyboards & Production, Hasan Mahmud on guitars and Rehan Nazim on vocals in 2003, has been active in the local music scene and has maintained a reputation for its solid, fun & energetic live act. The band’s current live line-up also features Abid Wilson on guitars, Shane Kerr on bass & Ajay Harri on Drums. Indeed, with 8 music videos (Aarzoo, Jeewan, Kyun Mujhse, Zara Suniye Tou, Ker Daalo Pakistan, Pyar Hua and Panchi) and an album (Aarzoo) release to date, MIRAGE is one the few bands that has been intact and has also managed to survive the long lasting music industry downfall.

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JASMINE New York Fashion Week blends old and new, modern and classic, simple and extravagant. And this September the success continued with new promising fashion designers. Out of all runways, Jasmine fashion show made the difference. Daniela Shaw and her productions company Fashion Me USA Inc. organized the Jasmine Fashion Show. Guests such as Miss J Alexander and Paris Hilton attended the show. Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Secret former model Megan Williams opened and closed the show.

Jasmine brand is based in New York and owns studios and stores in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou Jasmine glows in Eastern and is widely accepted by Western world as a typical green tea. The philosophy of the brand is to live in a simple, fresh, clean, and friendly aesthetic world. Environmental friendly fabric is used as possible as we can, such as organic cotton, natural fiber, recycle used materials and reduce fabric waste. The designer is willing to try new fabrics like pineapple fiber fabric.

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The collection is mixed with eastern materials including jade, silk and western modern cutting pattern making techniques to create women wear collection. Chinese traditional various embroidery, Royal Jing Tai Lan declaration techniques, European hand-crafted lace, the perfectionist and elegant, New York urban city chic relaxing style can be found in these design collections and fashion accessories. One of chief designers Qin studied fashion design in Parsons School of design and Jewelry design in Geological Institute of America in New York. She likes traveling and explores world traditional culture so that she could implement those aesthetic details into her design. Her travel experience and global citizen life style inspires her a lot in various themes collections. @ja sm in e

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Inside The Ring of Pakistan Mega Event

The last month of the year 2018 marked a historic paradigm in sports and entertainment industry of Pakistan. Purposive resolve of the people at Ring of Pakistan astonished the world by turning the dream of bringing international professional wrestlers and Hollywood stars to Pakistan. In given image of the country, it was not an easy business to organize this sort of mega plan however, despite of all the obstacles, world witnessed the visit and performance of more than 20 international professional wrestlers and stars in Lahore on 9th of December 2018. Mega international event was being center of attention of local and international media since the announcement of the probable dates of the event in August 2018 however it all became the part of the global buzz on 26th of October 2018 when professional wrestler, Baadsha Pehlwan Khan landed in Karachi. Baadsha Khanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appearance on one of the TV show on 27th of November started the promotion of the wrestling event.

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Prior to Baadshah Pehlwan Khan’s arrival, Ring of Pakistan made the heavy weight champion title belt available for the tour of various academic institutes in Lahore. Brand consultant to Ring of Pakistan, Umer Toor believes in involving the youngsters in activities orchestrated to promote sports. It is the need of the hour to engage upcoming generation in sports and it is no more an easy task. As the norms have evolved around us in last two decades, so is the case with sports. The agenda has to be aligned with the modern tactics among youngsters. Global media yet again closely examined Pakistan at the arrival of female international wrestler Mila Smidt and professional wrestler from UK Tiny Iron on 3rd of December 2018 in Lahore. December brought the focus of all the eyes towards Pakistan. Historic architectural jewel, the Lahore Fort “Shahi Qila” became the first site to be visited by international stars. Walled city of Lahore has been the point of interest for tourists and state guests always. Ring of Pakistan addressed the academic institutions on priority to spread the word among the students. International wrestlers along with Ring of Pakistan delegation visited various academic institutions on 5th and 6th of December 2018. Universities included UMT, UET, FC, UCP and Lums. Despite of lack of time, universities were visited by international celebrities to promote the wrestling and in general to give the message of peace. Pakistan in general and Lahore in specific carried the hype.

On 7th of December 2018, multiple stars landed in Lahore and joined the international celebrities enjoying the ancient capital of Punjab. A wave of unrest was felt at lack of support by KMC sports complex authorities who led to the abandoning of the event in Karachi. Imran Shah, CEO of Ring of Pakistan said “It is sad news for Karachiites that there will be no professional wrestling event this year. I wish, KMC authorities could realise the impact of the event however it is an opportunity lost. Much not to be said, since we all are working for developing Pakistan as a better brand and we shall continue to do so. Ring of Pakistan is confident to give a better and bigger show to Karachi soon.”

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T H E LEAD C AST AN D TE AS ER T R AI LER O F L AAL K ABOOTA R! As a first in Pakistan, Nehr Ghar Films unveiled the lead cast and teaser trailer of Laal Kabootar at a film festival in Lahore!

[Lahore, 26th November 2018] Nehr Ghar Films proudly unveiled the lead cast and teaser trailer of its feature film Laal Kabootar at FiLUMS Festival held in Al-Hamra Arts Council on Saturday, 24th of November 2018. In a first for Pakistan’s film industry, the cast was revealed at a film festival in Pakistan. A sneak peak of the teaser was screened before a captivated audience in true Comic-Con style, exclusively for the festivalgoers.

With a brilliant performance, the alluring Mansha Pasha plays the lead character of #LaalKabootar, Aliya Malik. When her life is turned upside down Aliya can either accept her fate, or take it in her own hands. Strong-headed to the point of being stubborn, she chooses to put up a fight even though her life is on the line.

The charismatic Ahmed Ali Akbar went the extra mile in his portrayal of the lead character Adeel, in #LaalKabootar. A hustling taxi-driver, looking for a way out of Karachi, Adeel has a trick up his sleeve. But with his back against the wall, is Adeel willing to pay the ultimate price? Directed by the award-winning Kamal Khan, Laal Kabootar is an edge of your seat “crime thriller” set to release in 2019! Details about the complete cast and their characters will be released later this year.

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