the best of fashion pakistan week 2015
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10 The Wings of Love Adil Murtaza & Schezreh Rabbani's mehndi 16 Monarky Monark opens doors in Lahore 18 Cover Shoot By Cross Stitch 25 Fashion Pakistan Week 2015 Coverage brought to you courtesty of Urdu 1 42 Life on Paperazzi Misha Japanwala 46 About a Boy Jimmy Khan 48 Love to love you Maneha Tariq & Inzer Mubashar 50 Planes, Trains & Automobiles Natasha Saigol travels to Jordan
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Adil Murtaza & Schezreh Rabbani
Schezreh Rabbani and Adil Murtaza's wedding was full of hungama, laughter, friends and family. This truly was a night to remember.
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Zainab Abbass & Anam Toseef
Bushra & Kiren Irfan Mahnoor Masood & Mehak Elahi
Fauzia Masood Rabbani Ayesha Murtaza
Ahmed & Schezreh Rabbani
Mehr Ehsan, Shahbano & Shahreen
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Monark, a smart-casual menswear clothing brand, launched its flagship store on MM Alam Road, Lahore. The event was managed by Troika Events and PR.
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Hassan Iqbal Rizvi & Saad Shahid
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cross stitch winter COLLECTION Cross Stitch's winter collection boasts a rich and dark colour palette of stunning digital prints that reflect a composition of various themes from Gothic art, Rococo architecture to Russian jewels, ornately patterned in natural flowers and foliage- all in a variety of fabrics including karandi, satin and linen! The collection is designed to perfection for the winter season and is a wardrobe must have! Brand: Cross Stitch | Makeup: Qasim | Set design: Whimsical parties Location: Lake City Lahore | Model: Laila Ali Khan
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top 8 collections red carpet stars the beauty brunch runway report red carpet trends highlights
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We pick the best and brightest of Fashion Pakistan Week Karachi 2015!
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The "Sauvage" collection was definitely one of the most awaited collections this year. The prints were vibrant, cuts were edgy and embellishments were on point. We love how they played with the symmetry of prints and solids, not missing out on their signature tailored crop tops and voluminous skirts. Our favourites were the belted half wrap and boxy top with beaded collar and neck.
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Not only did Sana Safinaz showcase a wide variety of prints, they also used them on a variety of fabrics. We loved their tailored blazers paired with bellbottoms and the two-piece velvet suits. This collection displayed a high level of technique, skill and craftsmanship. The super long jacket seen on Cybil Chowdhry stole our heart.
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Tena Durrani showcased lighter colours and jewel tones as opposed to the predicted darker hues of the winter season. Her signature floral embroidery was seen throughout the collection.The colourful embellishments on the outfits truly represent a celebration of this festive season. The collection was flirty and feminine and we especially loved the concept of jacket over a sari.
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Although Faraz Manan's collection wasn't completely new and an extension of his show in Dubai, we were still in love with what he brought to the ramp! His signature hues of gold was reflective throughout the collection. The hemlines were quite consistently knee length and the tea pink outfits were a refreshing change. We cannot wait to see his outfits from ramp to reality this wedding season as we predict he will be a very popular choice for many.
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Shehla celebrated her 20 years in the industry by showcasing a bridal collection this year. Her collection consisted of maroon embroidered lehngas, lehngas with leather weaves, and velvet shawls. The draped sleeves and dhoti shalwars were quite flattering! Her signature fringes and asymmetric cuts were evident throughout the collection. Chatoor truly gave us the traditional bridal embroideries on modern and trendy silhouettes.
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Heavy pearl embellishments, attention to detail and amazing crafstmanship best describe Nida Azwer's collection this year. It showcased both modern and traditional silhouettes! Her signature motifs and cutouts were seen throughout the collection alongside some new 3D embroidery techniques. The colours were kept soft and pastel paired with darker tones such as rouge and noir. We love!
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One of the most powerful collections we have ever seen, Nilofer Shahid left the entire audience stunned. Starting with gorgeous drapes of earthy tones, the collection then showcased a series of jewel toned outfits. Her wellresearched and executed Rembrandt collection took us back to medieval royalty! The darker dramatic tones of her jackets and capes were absolutely breathtaking. The collection was absolutely dreamy and hit all the right notes in terms of embroidery, fabric, texture and tailoring.
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ad n an malik Not only is he great company, Adnan's dress sense is always on point. This red Ahmed Bham suit has our vote.
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Nikhar looked like a million bucks in this gorgeous Elan jacket, elegantly draped on her shoulders. This girls got style!
Maira Pagganwala's unique sense of style always makes her stand out. We love how she styled this Delphi skirt.
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s an am s aeed Sanam Saeed turned heads in this feminine Misha Lakhani wrap, paired with pulled back hair!
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f ai z a ran goon wala Faiza Rangoonwala's edgy sense of style has us impressed! We have our eyes on her funky accessories.
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m ah a burney Just months after giving birth, Maha Burney is back to her petite size! She looked absolutely beautiful in this hot off the runway Elan dress.
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Sadaf Jalil just never gets it wrong. Her velvet pants, killer figure and gorgeous hair have us drooling.
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Sarah Tabani's look was definitely one of our favourites. Chic, classy and right on trend, this Sania Maskatiya top is a winner.
Ayesha Hashwani put her best foot forward in her own label. Her killer smile, positive energy and great sense of style make her a Paperazzi favourite.
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We love how Nina styled this Shehla Chatoor outfit. A metallic belt, chunky earrings and a nice clutch completed her look wonderfully.
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the beauty brunch With great fanfare and festivitity, the official media sponsor of this year's Fashion Pakistan Week, Urdu 1, hosted a brunch at Cafe Flo with the glitterati of Karachi in full attendance. Thank you for a lovely meal, great company & the gorgeous setup. Nina Kashif & Adnan Siddiqui
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Umer Sayeed & Imran Kureishi
Shahzay Salahuddin & Amal Khan
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Danish Wakeel, Beenish Pervaiz & Zurain Imam
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here is a sneak peek at all the action and drama we saw live at fpw 2015!
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Everyone was pleasantly surprised when the item girl herself graced the stage as the showstopper for Zaheer Abbas on Kala Doriyan from Dekh Magar Pyaar say!
The Ho Mann Jahaan chemistry set the ramp on fire and left every one starry eyed at Umar Sayeed's show!
Sania Maskatiya's monochrome capsule collection for the Toni&Guy Hair Fashion Scout Show was minimalistic, edgy & fabulous. It was a welcome break from the brand's signature prints.
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It was nice to see the talented actress and writer Mira Sethi all smiles during her appearance for Delphi!
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Zoe has the voice of a nightingale and her live singing along with the appearance of Sana Bucha and Wiqar Ali Khan made the Deepak Perwani show a memorable one.
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Our hearts skipped a beat when Maya Ali & Osman Khalid Butt closed the show for Wardha Saleem!
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Ayesha Omar looked gorgeous as Shehla Chatoor's showstopper & left us drooling over her super fit body.
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Ahsan Khan was breaking many hearts while walking the ramp for Nida Azwer's gorgeous new collection. We love him!
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Amo B tripped when her shoe broke during the show, but she handled it like a pro, took off both shoes and walked off the runway with a beaming smile & cheers from the crowd!
Shooting with Cosmopolitan in Brooklyn A collection of designs that were inspired by my father's recent heart surgery
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One of my most recent designs of a lehnga choli I wore this summer to a mehendi
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what we fancy! From the makers of Paperazzi! Find out what tickles our fancy!
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Adil Murtaza & Schezreh Rabbani are on our hot couple list this week!
Our new obsession - burgers from Lahore's funky new food truck - The Food Engine. Follow them on Facebook to find out where they're parked this week! The Spark Cheddar remains our number one, but the Radiator Mushroom and Blue Chassis Burger aren't far behind. Don't forget to try their Nitro Bites and Bumper Wrap.
Ayer - Circle Down (Keljet Remix) is playing on repeat this week!
fun & quirky fun stuff Dolce & Gabbana's vibrant shoulder bag is inspired by the Sicilian marionette theater, which retold medieval literature with puppets! From a distance doesn't it look exactly like our Truck Art? 44
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Chandni Ikhlas, freelance marketeer, social media and PR consultant and event manager, is one hardworking girl. We're super proud of her and love her entrepreneurial spirit!
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hot stuff We're obsessed with Sana Adil Bashir! Always dressed to the hilt, we're huge fans of her chic style. Hardworking, super fit and beautiful, Sana is a Paperazzi star!
We were extremely impressed with Sania Maskatiya's new capsule collection. Her designs showcased a series of structured jackets and layered blazers. The use of solid bold colours as opposed to their signature prints were a breathe of fresh air.
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IN THE FIELD WITH...
JIMMY KHAN SINGER
• Guilty Pleasure? BBQ tonight's trifle • On your playlist? Chiriyan da chamba - Tufail Niazi • First thing you notice about the opposite sex? Their feet • Pet Peeve? Running out of cigarettes • Which celebrity has you starstruck? Sara Haider • If you could have any one super power, what would it be? Be a songwriter. Yeah baby! • biggest turn off? Feet
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bff ’ s Lovers come and go, but best friends are here to stay! You have had your best most memorable, stomach hurting laughs with them. They have an uncanny way of reading your mind. They keep you focused, pick you up when you are down and are always there which is simply priceless. You may be hating them sometimes but that’s only because you love them. We get two best friends to tell us what they love and hate about each other.
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1. we don't need actual words or sentences to communicate. just a look is enough. 2. we can share the weirdest and craziest stories without judging each other 3. she spoils me rotten! 4. the inside jokes we share which are obviously too r-rated to mention here 5. i love her artistic talents and how she can make portraits and sketches of me with ease
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1 . i hate that i gi ve her advice and then she goes on to do whatever she feels like doing 2 . her wardrobe game is s tronger than mine 3 . i hate that M aneha is s oo s mart and I never got the grades she got throughou t s chool 4. i hate it when s he talks abo u t her uni versity or other friends (yes y ou can call me a little posses i ve) 5 . we live s o far away from each other wh ich btw is phase 3 to phase 5.
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1 . maneha is m y po cket ency clo pedia s ince i ' m too lazy to be up to date on the lates t trends , m us ic and fas h i on . 2 . s he ' s m y mirror . o ur minds are s o in s y nc that we wo u ld be th in kin g the exact s ame th in g the min u te we see a particu lar th in g or pers on . 3 . i lo ve how we ' ve been there for each other thro ugh every p hase in o ur life , includin g eyebrow s tages , from th ick to th in . 4 . i lo ve how s he feeds me cons tantly . 5 . tbh I lo ve to dress her up . s he ' s m y pers onal model !
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Travelling is great fun. You get to explore a new place, meet new people and get wiser! We want to know more and will share with you exciting travel stories from a few special people in our new section, planes, trains & automobiles! Where did you choose to go and why? Travel is my ultimate hobby, picking one place as a favorite is like asking a tubby child their favorite candy, but if i had to, my destination of choice is Jordan. It had been on my list of places for a while only cause of the notable history (Roman, Greek, Ottoman, Islamic, and over all biblical). The ruins, forts, amphitheaters, churches, citadels, colonnades, and in fact entire cities have been preserved for centuries. Of the countless famous sights, there is, of course, the Dead Sea (which I absolutely had to cancel off my bucket list!). Imagine reclining on your couch reading a magazine, except here the couch is A SEA! Who did you travel with? My cousin, my friend in Germany, and I made the plan initially! Unfortunately, my friend’s visa never came. So very last minute,
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among thoughts of cancelling, my cousin and I decided to go. Being such, we had no bookings, no plan, no itinerary; we literally just landed in Amman. From there on it was madness as we were planning and booking on a day-to-day basis. We’d never travelled together before and although we made great companions there were things to be learnt. Where did you stay? One of the best hotels we stayed at was the Movenpick in Petra. It was superb. It was perfect for families too. Location couldn’t get more ideal, it’s right at the entrance of the famed archeological site of Petra and on the other side one can see the entire city on the hill lit up at night. What are the best shopping spots there?
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What can you do over there to relax and unwind? I highly recommend the Dead Sea Spa Hotel, it’s a beautiful resort with a great spa, good food, 3 different pools, and best of all it’s got private access to the Dead Sea just meters away where you can take your time floating around! Finally, any tips? Petra by night is a something most people miss out. It’s a gorgeous 2 km walk through the Siq upto the Treasury where it’s all lit up by eighteen thousand candles. Most hotels and tourist spots you won’t have a language problem. But once on the street, with local venders, shop attendants, waiters etc, be prepared for some sign language skills. Once you leave the hotel ask them to write the name of the hotel and directions in Arabic for you to show to a taxi driver in order to bring you back as they will not understand just the name of the hotel! Jordan is incredibly safe, even for girls traveling alone. People are very friendly and helpful. To be able to see everything, one needs to be in Jordan at least 5-7 days! Happy Travels!
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Tell us about the sights no one should miss out 1. Camping in Wadi Rum! Book yourself a one night say in the red desert and live Bedouin style. It was a superb experience. Best part the outdoor sofas and cushions to relax on while having green tea, sheesha and just lying in the desert under the open sky and star gazing. All this after a lavish traditional dinner of a meal called Zarb. This is meat, chicken, veggies and rice which is cooked, underground, inside the sand for up to 6 hours. Hint: the tents themselves are really lavish, equipped with bathrooms, showers, even electrical sockets. More like Glamping. (glamorous camping) 2. Jeresh. Known as Pompeii of the East! A long colonnaded street of Greco-Roman remains. Hadrians Arch, a temple dedicated to Zeus, two theaters and a nearly oval forum. If you get
Suggest places for a perfect night out. Well, perfect is a relative term obviously but for us Abdoun Circle in Amman was a very fun and happening place to hang out in the evening. It is a roundabout where people were all around us, surrounded by restaurants, bars, sheesha bars and coffee shops. It was very brightly lit and definitely full of activity and life. The music and sounds makes you feel like you can never get enough.
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Suggest some amazing restaurants there? Fakh el Din is a must try! Fancy and upscale Lebanese cuisine. I suggest it for dinner (make your reservations). Hashem is another one. However, this is a public place, always crowded, because it’s famous for being frequented by the local celebrities, politicians, and I think some members of the royal family as well. Great for local street food. Try the Mansef and Knafeh here. Mostly I would suggest that everyone try the Arabic cuisine. The vast amount of starters, stuffed meat balls, variations of samosa’s, hummas with meat, kabab’s, shawarma’s, falafels, and the lamb were all mouthwatering!
the time, this city is worth a visit! 3. Snorkeling in Aqaba, Red Sea! Definitely a no miss either. The water is clear blue you can see till several meters below the surface. The near perfect soft coral incredibly rich in colours and full with all sort of marine life.
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I personally am not one to shop in malls or high end commercial branded shops. On vacation I love to go to local markets and bazaars and pick up souvenirs and trinkets local to the area. In Amman that place was called Down Town District. Shopping for the Dead Sea Salt products is a MUST! All sorts of scrubs, massage lotions, creams, mud masks, all yummy products for hair and skin. Natural and genuine!
what’s happening!
Your weekly entertainment guide plus all the upcoming events and much much more! Paperazzi gives you the latest scoop!
literary festival Mark your calendars for the Sixth Annual Alhamra Literary Festival Starting 11th till 13th December at Alhamra Art Council, Lahore! We're anxiously counting down the days and hope to see you all there.
lorilei After taking Lahore by a storm, see Sania Saeed & Nadia Jamil take on Islamabad with Lorilei! Head on over to the Pakistan National Council Of Arts on the 12th and 13th of December to see these brilliant women perform.
exhibtion alert! The Nida Azwer Atelier will be exhibiting their latest collection, The Mystical Garden Bridal Collection in Lahore on the 9th and 10th of December. Don't miss the opportunity to view this beautiful collection!
milestone The cutting edge beauty brand Luscious Cosmetics goes online at Sephora. Sephora is the first South Asian Beauty brand to go online. This is indeed a proud moment for Pakistan!
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birthdays Aden Rehan, Mishal Asad & Tanya Salman have birthdays this week! Here’s to wishing them a great year ahead.
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Our fab astrologer Zahid Haider, styles up your stars. Find out what’s in store for you this week!
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You’re an activator, an instigator, maybe even an agitator on Monday. Get stuff started! And — thank your lucky stars — you’re better than usual about following through around Tuesday and Wednesday. Add nice little details to your plans and convince a certain someone that your way’s the best way. Talk about lucky — if you’ve got love on your mind around Thursday (and you probably do), you’ve got a way with compliments and general wooing right on time. Just keep it sweet and light, and save the big questions and answers for later. This weekend brings pertinent emotional developments.
Approaching an issue with creativity gets much better results than going with the default option on Monday — it’s time well spent, not wasted. And while your best days for romance this week may be Tuesday and Wednesday (aren’t you charming!), your energy around Thursday isn’t too shabby either. Hint: Share how you’re feeling, but keep the plans short term. Let the heavy stuff take care of itself rather than getting ahead of you — all in good time! When the weekend comes, you just might have a revelation about how to handle a certain situation. Call it a gift from the stars.
You’re thinking so fast on Monday that you might really benefit from bouncing your ideas off somebody. Then, if information’s en route or a secret’s circulating around Tuesday and Wednesday, don’t get so caught up that you fail to look at things critically. Does it all add up? Is it worth getting all wound up about? Love’s in the air around Thursday. You can thank the stars later, as you ought to be busy making the most of your love interest through Friday (you’re still extra hot, and they know it). When the weekend comes, though, are you clinging to something or someone?
What happens when you’re even more emotional than usual? Find an outlet for it all, or you’ll find out the hard way on Monday. Kick your traditional side to the curb around Tuesday and Wednesday. Why? Because the more original you are in your thinking — and in what you choose to do — the better. Bonus: People will love it — and you. Around Thursday, be warned: Your efforts in the love department may go awry. The stars say to be very clear in conveying your feelings — or reschedule the romantic stuff for the weekend, when you’re hot stuff.
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Fit in a little fun on Monday to get your week off to a good start — try lunch with a friend, a movie or an impromptu outing to somewhere new. Over the next couple of days, you’re likely to be entangled in work, and you may feel somewhat inflexible. Doing something to loosen up physically (yoga, anyone?) helps your whole being. And guess what? Your hopes and desires come into play around Thursday — and the stars favor a risk. Take a romantic idea and run with it! This weekend, if at first you don’t succeed, don’t just blindly try again: Heed your intuition about what to do next
Those around you may drive you nuts on Monday, but could it be that you’re expecting too much of them? Around Tuesday and Wednesday, the stars send an opportunity your way, but you’ll need to do your part, too. Seek out inspiration, make your world an interesting place and embrace existence. If you’ve got love on your mind around Thursday, you’ll already have the good karma going to take advantage. Just choose your words (or your flowers) with your customary care. When the weekend comes, you’re the one to organize something that everyone loves. Put it together and get mad props!
Your usual diplomacy may go right out the window on Monday — and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. If saying what you mean and meaning what you say causes a ruckus, you can smooth it over around Tuesday and Wednesday. The benefits of laying it on the line can be long lasting. Around Thursday, here comes Cupid, and he isn’t stupid — expect (or create!) new developments in your love life now. How about sharing a deep feeling to get things going? When the weekend comes, though, you may want to keep to yourself. You’re cute when you’re shy.
You’re a bit accident-prone on Monday, so go slowly, be methodical, back your work up and keep track of your keys. You’re a force to be reckoned with around Tuesday and Wednesday — but can you acknowledge your sensitive side along with your strength? Forcefulness is fine if you can also see when to relent and when to be gentle. And while going out on a romantic limb may seem like the normal thing to do around Thursday, don’t get carried away. You’re far from normal (in a good way!), and your own timing and understanding of matters of the heart will be much better when the weekend comes.
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Getting into a great groove ought to be easy on Monday, especially if you’re stretching your imagination’s wings. Find time to follow your nose to a discovery now. You’re all about drilling down, reading the fine print and finding out more around Tuesday and Wednesday. This detail-oriented side of you is unusual, so use it before you lose it! If you’re sending any romantic messages around Thursday, be sure you’re not overstating your case. The response may surprise you. This weekend, things are in flux. Can you go with the flow?
Anything out of your comfort zone or out of the blue is liable to throw you for a loop on Monday, but don’t freak out. Rather than sounding off, hit ‘save’ instead of ‘send,’ keep your head down and sleep on it. Tuesday and Wednesday bring some much-needed perspective and a way for you to push on through — and maybe even a little romantic action! Hand out the love notes and flowers — you’re hot right now. Around Thursday, you’ll still be warm; just keep it sweet and simple. With the weekend comes some ups and downs. Can you handle it? Yes, you can.
You have an urge to be free on Monday, but make sure you cancel plans instead of leaving people hanging — it’s only polite. Then past, present and future intersect in interesting ways on Tuesday and Wednesday. Where’s your head? How about your heart? It’s definitely time to live in the moment, to seize the day and embrace possibilities around Thursday — and the stars say the romantic sparks can really set things afire now. Your beauty plus your brains equals an awesome combination. When the weekend comes, though, get into a groove instead of going out on a limb.
Allow for changeable moods and evolving relationships on Monday. Letting go of an illusion and seeing things as they are makes room for some reality-based greatness. You’ll have energy to get it going, too, around Tuesday and Wednesday. Your romantic (not to mention work) instincts are amazing right now, so listen to them and just go with it. When Thursday comes, it’s inadvisable to have too many expectations or get too specific — just relax and you won’t be disappointed. You’re burning hot this weekend. Have your own celebration of love!
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