July 30, 2017
Hi Weekenders
CONTENTS 06. Around Town...
58. The Dressing Room
One party at a time!
This week, we talk personal style with
36. #HappeningNow
Karachi based artist Scheherezad Junejo.
What to do, see, eat and repeat in the
66. The Designer’s Vision
week.
Mehryn Zafar wears Republic Womens Wear
42. Pukhraj
by Sana Omar.
MARIA B’s latest bridal collection celebrates the traditional sub-continental bride.
70. The Beauty Edit
get away.
48. Weekend Eats We share our food experience at Marco Polo, Pearl Continental Hotel in Lahore. 50. Travel & Cake Our resident photographer, Basharat Irshad, takes us on a stroll through the
Beauty essentials to pack for your summer 72. Weekend Raids
Team Weekend shows you what to shop at the Julke outlet in Lahore. 78. Love Struck Weekend’s editors’ picks!
glorious mountains of Pakistan. 54. W’s Roving Eye
This week’s hottest looks! Who made the style A- list? Chairperson/Publishing Editor: Rameeza Majid Nizami Editor The Nation: Salim Bokhari Editor-at-Large: Amal Khan Managing Editor: Maryam Mahmood Creative Editor: Nur Zehra Qadri Contributing Editor (Islamabad): Minahil Batool Sherazi Sub Editor: Rana Faizan Hussain Contributing Editor (Karachi): Farah Vayani Features Editor: Tajwar Chaudhry Editorial Assistant: Khizra Waqar Coordinator: Maryam Hammad Creative Head: Faiz-ur-Rehman Creative Team: Talat Mahfooz, Faisal Fazal, Zeeshan Arif, Shoaib Qadir Photographer: M. Basharat Irshad GM Marketing: Bilal Mahmood For Advertising: Kherzan Zaidi - 0321 8976730, Ata-ur-Rehman - 0332 2427473, Khalid Sheikh - 0345 5130728
We hope you had a kickass Weekend and are all set to celebrate another amazing Sunday with us! This week, we bring you a fashion spread with Mehryn Zafar for Republic Womens Wear in The Designer’s Vision. Our very own photographer Basharat Irshad takes us on a stroll through the northern landscapes of Pakistan, we speak all things fashion with Karachi based artist Scheherezad Junejo in The Dressing Room and watch us explore Julke’s vast range of leather shoes and handbags in Weekend Raids. Also check out our special edition of Roving Eye this week as we pick the best of Lawn 2017 and what caught our fancy in Lovestruck. For all this and many more happenings around town, get the pages rolling ya’ll! Sincerely, Team Weekend
weekend | around town
Trusting Nature!
The first AURA’s Kiosk launched at Emporium Mall. The PR was managed by Cartel PR.
Arooba, Sana, Kumail, Javeria & Momina
Mahasin & Zahra
Fahad & Madiha Saail
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Madiha & Naghmana
Fatima & Saweela
Mishelle Hira
Asma Mohayyudin
Nayab
Aaminah Butt
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Sana Malik, Ayesha Khan & Anna Leghari
Anees Khan, Fatima & Saweela
Javeria & Mehak
Ayesha & Mariyam
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Arooba & Maria Khan
Momina Butt
Maha Awais
Momin Ali Munshi
Zainab Abbas
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Mariam Sallahudin & Uzma Jawad
Amal, Nael & Noor
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Saadia, Shabnam, Irum & Tehmina
Faraz Syed
Team AURA
Faryal
Menahil & Haseeb
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The Wedding Affair! The launch of Pakistan Wedding Show took place at X2 in Lahore. The PR was managed by Cartel.
Sana, Javeria, Momina & Arooba
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Faisal & Abeer
Ayesha & Batool
Sadaf & Fawad Khan
HSY
Ali & Shareena
Sarfraz & Kumail
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Hassaan & Zarmisha
Mahnoor Latif & Madiha
Samra & Fahim
Shahzad Malik & Salma Turab
Mahe & Anushe
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Fatima & Sundus Mustafa
Alina Faizan
Foha Raza
Mahnoor Fahim
Sophia Anjum
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Marhaba!
Gerry’s dnata has opened a new Marhaba Lounge at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi. The PR was managed by Take II.
Ahsan Khan & Tehmina Khaled
Hira Hussain & Gary Chapman
Tasneem Sadaf
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Nadia Hussain & Rubab Masood
Haris Raza, Akram Wali Muhammad, Gov. Sindh Muhammad Zubair, Gary Chapman & Muhmmad Matar
Asif Rehman
Misbah Mumtaz
Ehtasham Ansari
Zobia Motiwala
weekend | around town
Jamal Mir
Rahim Batavia, Sara Qazi, Muneer Lakhani, Aamir Lakhani & Owais Ahmed
Muneera & Aamir Lakhani
Tauqeer Muhajir
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Angie Marshal & Ken Marshall
Faisal Kapadia
Ramsha Akmal
Mishall
Urooj Mumtaz
weekend | around town
#GlowyBox Glowybox held its second beauty meet up at Karachi Social. The PR was managed by Starlinks.
Talia Jan
Anum Atif & Mina Ramzi
Aqsa
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Neha & Zaira Nayyar
Gaity Khan, Anum Atif, Turab Ramzi, Mina Ramzi, Shoaib & Rayyan
Sapna
Tahleel Khan
Amna
Saman Saeed
weekend | around town
Movie Time!
Rose Petal and McDonald’s hosted the premier of ‘The Black Prince”. The event was managed by Bilal Mukhtar and Fakir Khana Museum.
Ayaz, Uzma, Tooba & Haseeb
Haroon Latif & Sehr
Kamiar Rokni & Rehan Bashir
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Abeera & Maryam
Sam Dada
Zarmina
Sabahat, Bilal & Fatima
Rup Magon, Sadaf Fawad & Fawad Khan
weekend | around town
Asad Sheikh & Isha
Ibrahim Ramay, Lubna, Shumita M Didi & Fakir Saif Ud Din
Zehra & Sehr Noon
Momin Ali & Hamza
Minahil & Sadaf
Laaleen Sukhera & Mehr Husain
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Sadaf & Yousaf
Mehreen & Tahir
weekend | around town
Nauman Javed
Sophie Stevens & Rup Magon
Dr Hira & Hamxa
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Osama & Naima
Noori, Saim & Urooj
Rabia
Shameelah
Ushna Shah
Uzma
Myda & Faiq
weekend | around town
Tantalize Your Taste Buds! Noodle Woodle, a new premium Chinese and Thai food delivery service launched in Lahore.
Saira Tahir & Shazad Tahir
Sarah Saleh & Muddassir Khalid
Atif Ayub Abbasi & Asif Santa Chaudhry
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Maryam Haider & Zeeshan Haider
Tayyaba Omer, Sakib Chishti & friend
Harris Masood , Muniba Rashid & Hamxa Anwar
Rizi Omer
Salman Uppal
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Emania Zubair & Zubair Mueen
Anka Haider, Fatima Haider & Farhan Haider
Beenish Zahid & Uzair Mueen
Anam & Hadiyya with friend
Nayab
Sadaf Umer & Umer Saud
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Rima Farid & Hamza Bokhari
Ikram Khalid
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#Happeni #Happeni
Omar Farooq 30th July
Ayyan Ali 30th July
Rehan Bashir 3rd August
Foha Raza 1st August Tajwar Chaudhry 30th July
ays Birthdw eek of the
Maleeha Rehman (dastwn) 31 July
Mehreen Syed 2nd August
lented a t is h t h We wis a very, very bunch birthday! happy
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Howdy!
Calling all the burger connoisseurs! Howdy Pakistan have just introduced a new Value Menu full of cheesy, saucy burgers for 329 + tax ONLY! These budget friendly burgers are both satisfying & delicious.
On t Repeia Th sk Wee ion at o L ch – K alid
weekend | fashion
ningNow ningNow To revive the real life of Karachi,
visit: http://m.me/tehreekecomedy
What: Home Cuisine Cafe presents Entrepreneur Empowerment Exhibition to encourage, support & celebrate Entrepreneurs in Pakistan. When: Saturday 5th August from 3pm to 9pm Where: Home Cuisine Cafe Johar Town
youth to come, learn and play together to make memories and exciting
win prices!
Games Include
- Ludo - Carrom board - Kho kho (Go Go) Basant - Gili Danda - Rasa kashi - Kanchy
Ishq e Mijazi Calling Qawali enthusiasts! Canny crew presents “ISHQ - E - MIJAZI”, a thrilling tribute to legend Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan to bring you a mesmerizing Qawali Night with the Jawaad Raza & Team. Venue: PACC Date: 06 August 2017 Original Price: PKR 700/- Time: 8pm onwards For passes and details contact canny crew or: 03343902133
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Comic Conference
What: The 10th edition of DRAMA ED’s Comic Conference “Mazahyia Ijlaas” is coming to Lahore! The best sketch, stand-up and improv comedy hosted by Shah Fahad and featuring Lahore’s finest Comedy troupe Pakistan Tehreek-e-Comedy PTC. When: Sunday 6th August, 7:30 PM Onward Where: Hall # 3, Alhamra Arts Council, Mall Road, Lahore. Tickets avaialble only on spot. For online booking
Taqweem-e-Pakistan is offering a unique opportunity to celebrate street sports of Karachi. It will be an open festival for families and
Pukhraj Maria B’s Pukhraj Collection embodies the spirit of the traditional subcontinental woman, celebrating the royal heritage of our land. Every piece is cut and crafted with great attention to detail; creating a regal and evergreen bridal ensemble that can be passed on as a generational heirloom.
Designer: Maria B Photography: Yasir Saeed Model: Alyzey Gabol Makeup: Shoaib Khan
weekend | food
Bread Basket
Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Marco #Weekendeats
Club Sandwich
Marco Polo restaurant has for many years been a go-to spot for Lahori’s at night when they crave their midnight coffee sessions and conversation. Last week, we decided to try out their revamped lunch menu and lets just say it did not disappoint. We were pleasantly surprised by their diverse menu and aesthetically appealing presentation skills. Check out what we ordered here:
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American Cheese Cake
ori ChicSkeervnedTiinkkaa o d n sizzlin Ta g
pot
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Polo
Pasta Parcel with sun dried Tomatoes
Pearl Continental Hotel Lahore
Crème Caramel
Smoked Salmon
Chicken Ceaser Salad
int M
argarita
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M
Mulligatawny Soup with Garlic bread
weekend | travel
First rays of sunlight at dawn hit Nanga Parbat mountains as the moon sets
A photographer’s tale ns
ter, mind like a le
Eyes like a shut
Very rarely do we see some of Pakistan’s most talented photographers on the other side of the lens. Team Weekend’s resident photographer, Basharat Irshad takes us on a stroll through the glorious mountains of Pakistan, with his fellow photographers! View from the Rani’s room
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The breathtaking Attabad Lake
at Baltit Fort
weekend | fashion Lady Finger
Markets of Hunza
Baltit Fort
Mountains of Passu Hunza - En route Khunjerab Pass Naran Valley Nest
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Camping at Eagles
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Hunza Market Children selling handmade jewellery at Balakot
Basharat witha guard at the Baltit Fort Our Hunza Guide
View from Baltit Fort
Mutal and Basharat at the Khunjerab Pass/ China Border
Antiques inside the Baltit Fort
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Baltit Fort
Basharat giving us majot travel goals
weekend | FASHION
W’s ROVIN
the Sbest of ummer is about to come to an end (or so we wish) and we are missing all the colorful lawn launches and festivities
Momina Sibtain
Anusha hafeez
Momina Sibtain, always the diva in this lemon Mahgul outfit.
Anusha hafeez carrying off this feminine floral Sana Safinaz outfit with poise.
Nikhar Riaz
Nikhar Riaz puts her best foot forward in this floral Sana Safinaz jora.
Mahgul Rashid
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Mahgul Rashid, understated chic in a piece from her own debut lawn collection.
Shazah Ayub
Shazah Ayub, chic as ever in a white and red Farah Talib Aziz number.
Maliha Aziz
Maliha Aziz, demure in a bright Farah Talib Aziz jora.
lawn 2017! that come with it. Here’s our list of some women who we thought did justice to the lawn mania with grace and style.
weekend | FASHION
NG eye
Maryam Mahmood
Mishal Asad
Maryam Mahmood looks ravishing in this midnight navy Zara Shahjahan lawn outfit.
Mishal Asad, glamorous in this monochrome Crimson outfit with magenta patterns.
Amna babar
Aimen Hikmat
Amna babar, always the style star donning a fuchsia sana safinaz lawn jora.
Gulrukh Momin
Gulrukh Momin, glowing in this rose pink Crimson jora.
Hira waqas
Hira waqas looking flawless in this embroidered Elan hot seller.
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Aimen Hikmat looking sultry in this aqua Crimson by Saira Shakira number.
weekend | lifestyle
The Dressing Room with
Scheherezad Junejo This week, we speak fashion with Karachi based artist Scheherezad Junejo
Your personal style in three words:
Comforta ble, edg y, individu al
In what way do you think your current style should change
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Elega nce is something I wish to incorporate more in my person al style. I’ m heavily inspired by my mother who alwa ys ma n a ges to ca rry a ny look with elega nce. That’s definitely how I would like to matu re.
If you had any fashion designer in the world at your command to create a complete wardrobe for you who would it be and why?
Ha nds down, Alexa nder Favourite outfit you currently McQu een beca u se own? hes the most ava ntIn su m mer my favou rites ga rde, striking a nd a re ju mpsuits, ma xis distinctive designer a nd pala zzos. They’re there ever wa s. Hes comforta ble, breezy a nd the perfect blend ca n be dressed u p or down of chic, goth, fu nk depending on where I have a nd fairytale for to go. me. A ny look by McQu een sta nds out in a crowd.
A good pair of stra ppy heels. They ca n a ccentu ate a ny outfit they’re paired with.
A person or character whose style inspires you:
Nowa da ys, Victoria Beckha m. I’ m loving her si mple yet chic designs a nd the wa y she ca rries the m. I’ve become a hu ge fa n of her la bel.
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What has been your biggest invenstent in fashion?
Trends you think were created for you and those you wish never existed?
Skin ny jea ns, cropped tops a nd ju mpsuits were definitely ma de for me. In ea stern wea r, Sa ris a nd Leh nga Cholis have my n a me all over the m. A nything ma de from a ni mal hide or fu r is a bhorrent to me a nd I would put a n end to it if I could. What’s your quickest go-to look for out of the house in ten minutes?
Jea ns a nd a T-shirt. Its quick, comforta ble a nd ca n be a ccessorized for a ny event while suiting a quick ru n for a rt su pplies too.
A city or country that you think has great style and why?
Proba bly New Y ork beca u se its where street cultu re wa s introdu ced into fa shion. New Y ork brou ght street style into popula r cultu re, all kinds of it too. Its definitely the pla ce to try something new a nd u nconvention al. It also proves to me that style a nd person ality go ha nd in ha nd.
A nything by Aqu a zzu ra a nd Sophia We bster is alwa ys on my wish-list. I’ve been on the lookout for the perfect pair of thigh high boots a s well, since la st winter. My wish-list alwa ys comprises of shoes beca u se they’re the only fa shion ite m I think a bout or wish for.
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Fashion items in your wish-list right now:
weekend | fashion
Republic Womenswear a is luxury clothing brand that is dedicated to producing fashion for those that have an eye for detail and finesse. The brand is rapidly growing since the past two years and has been nominated in the prestigious Woolmark international prize in 2016 as well. In a short time of less than two years in business Republic Womenswear has opened its first flagship store in lahore and is branching into many subcategories of clothing like ready to wear wedding formals (launched in feb 2017), pret a porter silk as well as launching its pret a porter lawn and casual wear. Republicwomenswear has created its mark in the bridal market and is considered one of the top brands in this particular fashion segment. Due to the increasing popularity Muse: Mehryn Zafar the brand will soon be venturing into karachi by the mid of 2018.
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Republic Womenswear by Sana Omar
THE DESIGNER’S VISION
Makeup and styling: Yumna Rehman @Rayystyles Coordination: ARPR | Photography: Shafiq Malik
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the beauty edit
Beauty essentials to pack for your summer getaway!
The best thing about summers are undoubtedly summer holidays and in today’s age of instagram and Snapchat and documenting every living moment we are tempted to pack our entire cosmetics range in a full sized suitcase in our quest to look flawless round the clock. Fret not weekenders, we’ve got you covered; below is our list of some must have beauty products to pack that will spare you the need to carry every product you own.
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Dior BB cream
For those of you who don’t want to wear foundation on a daily basis and keep makeup to a minimum Dior bb cream is a neat alternative to a foundation, giving you a healthy glow and flawless complexion. The lightweight formula glides on easily and melts into your skin making it seem like you’re wearing no makeup at all.
only is this Dior lip tattooClinique Not miracle product natural cherry but Derma ait issunblock also anti holy grail of summer lip products white city pollution which is The has arrived in the packaging of Dior a must have for lip tattoo. If you’re not the one who block a day when your out and about. The best thing about this is that even if you’re wearing no makeup on top of it, it breathes life into your skin, brightens it and gives it a healthy luminosity. In fact, you could take a no-makeup selfie actually without makeup with this for once :p
likes to feel the weight of a rich lipstick on your lips on a hot summer day, you’ll love this as much as we do. The natural cherry colour stains your lips in a bright candy red in a way that almost makes it look as if you’re wearing nothing at all but brightens your look like nothing else. If you can only take one makeup product with you on a holiday, make it this one!
weekend | lifestyle
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There’s no other time to experiment with bold and bright blushes than on a beach vacay to give your cheeks that extra flush.
No other time to bathe yourself in highlighter like you always wanted to than a beach vacation, eh? And becca’s champagne pop does just the trick to make all your bronzed goddess dreams come true.
y ideal Vsiocleih y h l drating Milk Your face is not the only area which needs sun protection when you’re out and about for the whole day. Vichy’s versatile sunscreen formula with skincare and anti age-img benefits can be used on the face as well. With an spf as high at 45 it’s a surprise that it has no stickiness or white residue and feels extremely lightweight on the skin.
Nail colors
Nothing feels better than perfectly manicured cuticles and the only advice we have for you is to not board any plane without glossy, lacquered nails- you can thank us later. Our pick for a beach getaway is “Santa Monica beach peach” by opi and if you’re headed to metropolitan city for some serious shopping business we’d go with a stylish, creamy nude like Essie’s “Romper Room” or a no nonsense power shade like “Bordeaux”
Maybelline falsies waterproof mascara A must have makeup product for all times, a mascara is crucial for good pictures because it opens your eyes and gives you a fresh, energised look. Maybelline falsies has been a cult favourite since long and the waterproof version won’t budge after a whole day of activity....and it’s easy on the wallet!
Another va va voom blush to try if you want to go for the sultry sun kissed look on a beach vacay is the Bobbi brown shimmer brick which is the perfect mix of summery peaches mixed with a handful of highlighter that will make you glow like a million watts. Our go-to summer smell for 2017 is narciso Rodriguez for her. It’s rich and strong with a hint of cinnamon for those balmy summer nights. july 30, 2017 | 71
Becca champagne pop highlighter
Bobbi brown shimmer brick in nectar
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Weekend Raids WITH parkha Ahad
Julke
weekend | fashion PKR 12,900
PKR 12,900
PKR 12,900
Let me start by telling you a little story behind the name of the brand, Julké isn’t derived from french orgins but the name is taken from a village adjacent to the mother company, Leathertex’s location and it’s their way of giving back to the community they’ve worked with for the last 3 decades. Follow me as I give you a tour of the store. PKR 12,500
Julke is an original leather bag and shoe brand which started as an online store and debuted its first ever store in Lahore in 2017. The first thing you notice when you arrive at the Julké store is the all white and glass look exterior which mirrors the inside chandelier and the very captivating walls. The very meticulous store spans over 2000 sq feet on two floors and the interior is the mirror image of glam and class. The store was designed and decorated by Saad Kureshi of Architect inc. As you enter the store, you will be taken in awe by the Julké -logo adorned white and gold walls and wild flower arrangements, a crystal chandelier completing the look of the entrance. The glass railing staircase leads to the first
and second floor which gives the store it’s clean and chic looking vibe. The leather tile statement walls on both floors of the store are done by Julkés mother company, Leathertex. Coming from a seasoned tannery and leather background exporting leather to some of the top fashion houses in the world, CEO Asad Malik had a vision to introduce top international quality goods in the PKR 9,300
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Pakistan market. Trendy designs, glamourous evening events really top quality resources and competieasy. I also suggest that you take a tive prices make Julké the perfect look at their wallet collection as I choice for all your high picked up a few cool end luxury accessory and trendy ones that I needs! would definitely want For this feature in to invest in. While at collab with Weekend the store, I strolled Magazine, I paired the down to the first floor ‘Rio’ embellished bag to take a look at their and flower cut work formal collection and ‘Blooming’ shoes by Julké they are perfect for the upcomwith my all-beige clothes ing wedding season, so make and it made the perfect sure to stop and have a look. outfit. I raided the second Julkés men collection on the floor first and you wouldn’t first floor had very classy be able to stop yourself but original leather wallets and fall in love with the clean, shoes and I couldnt help organized and chic look of myself but grab a wallet the store so much so that and a pair of shoes for you’ll just want to buy everything my husband. I also went to in the store. You’ll find everything show you the leather wall ranging from trendy to classy tile samples and I must say to formals. Styling Julkés new that the concept is so cool collection is a breeze, as the and grand that you’d want striking cuts, embellishments a leather tile wall yourself! and fashionable pieces are Julké as an extremely custo die for! I couldn’t help tomer friendly brand, offers but feel like I their clients leather samples was in my for completly customized PKR 10,900 own pieces. bag heaven Another thing worth mentionand truly ing is that Julkés cash counter is felt like a filled with little accessories like queen trying pom poms to adorn your new bags! out all those gorgeous pair of shoes. The main highlight about their collection is that every bag they come out with has a matching pair of shoe to go along with it. This makes easing from casual day events to
embroidered kurta @instakhaadi PKR 3900
nyx lip suede cream-cherry skies
saphigo earrings @saphigo PKR 7000
www.daraz.pk PKR 1169
essie gel couture bubbles
www.daraz.pk PKR 1800
red china 3 tiered cake stand saphigo pearl ring
@cheezainetc PKR 4500
@saphigo PKR 7000
charlotte olympia verdant slipper www.charlotteolympia.com $ 625.00
Medium Strange Party Tug of War
Lov St
@curio.home PKR 3500
black cat eyes sunglasses sapphire www.sapphireonline.pk PKR 1590
international buy of the week
prerto crystal and onyx hanging earrings
@prerto PKR 6100
chapter 13 floral khussas zarashahjahan embroidered black coat
www.zarashahjahan.com PKR 10786
@chapter13 PKR 2650
gold leaf earrings @zaheen kamran designer jewellery PKR 3800
yellow bag hobo by hub
@hobobyhub Price on request
360 hi tea drinks trolley in gold finish @cheezainetc PKR 15000
btw yellow bracelet
www.btwonline.pk PKR 855
GPCS cushion
btw yellow bracelet
www.pollyandotherstories.com PKR 1200
www.btwonline.pk PKR 855
khaadi embroidered clutch
Editors’ picks
ve truck
@Instakhaadi PKR 3500
tassel earrings @the horcrux PKR 800
mystic lawn kurta
@crecentofficial PKR 2850
emiko silk printed tunic @sana safinaz PKR 9900
road tripping table @curio.home PKR 18000
golf coin bangle @zaheen kamran designer jewllery PKR 1650
Generation yellow peplum kurta
www.generation.com.pk PKR 3498