Being an individual has never been as prominent, or important, as it is now-a-days!

People are putting themselves out there and sharing with the world who they are, and leaving a mark for people who would rather follow to take notice. So if you are a trend setter in whatever you do, and also strongly believe in the power of individualism, then Gossip is meant for you! No boundaries, No limitations. It is just 100% BOLD fashion.

Gossip designs for both, men and women. Trendsetting, Stylish and Global are some of the words that best describes the brand. The clothes have interesting styles and playful little details. The highlight of Gossip is that it brings out a very young, frivolous and vivacious feel, something that everyone is looking for today.

The philosophy of bold fashion applies to the menswear line too, with its vibrant stripes and checks, bold prints and crafty embroidered shirts.  But does bold work with menswear?

Gossip says “Men are more fashion conscious these days. They are aware of the latest trends and though they sometimes deny it, they do love to shop, especially when it reflects who they are and how they want to be perceived: daring and out for fun”.

The ideology of Gossip also reflects in its pricing. Gossip’s range starts from Rs.500 onward. Gossip says “When we began work, our vision was clear; we wanted to create stylish pieces that don’t burn a hole in your pocket. We want you to keep going out, doing whatever you want to do, and always flaunting the individual and always new, You”

Gossip launches a new range every month. You can currently follow them on Facebook

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As their Fan page states:

“Your sense, Your style, Your uniqueness
Welcome to GOSSIP:
Trendsetting, Individualistic, Exclusive Bold Fashion for the Bold YOU.”

With the accolades season at its brim, Bollywood had all the reasons to bask in the glory of celebration when the 57th annual Film Fare awards were announced for the best performances of the year.

In order to commemorate the occasion, a hoard of stars was present at the do.

The event witnesses the hottest upcoming faces, the legends, relishing the nostalgia and of course the current performers who squeezed the lady to their heart with overwhelming giggles and teary eyes.

The entire swish set dressed in enticing nine yards or serenading gowns and tuxedos enjoyed the event that had some brilliant performances and of course humour laden hosts who kept the audience in a lighter mood all through the evening.

The felicitated actors included the powerhouse performer Vidya Balan who won accolades for her performance as sultry Silk in the raunchy Dirty Picture and Ranbir Kapoor who managed to sway the audience with is excellent performance in the box office blockbuster Rockstar.

Actor –director Farhan Akhtar and his sister Zoya Akhtar also bagged awards for their movie Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.

The other movies to score among he audience were the hilariously entertaining Delhi Belly that had a clear cut 11 nominations.

The lovely ladies who serenaded the red carpet included the eternal beauty Madhuri Dixit who was dressed in her elegant best and was accompanied by her non-filmi husband.

Karishma Kapoor who looked absolutely stunning in a white shimmer sari also rendered a gig performance alongside sister Kareena, Vidya Balan and the ever gracious Rekha.

The hot stomper Bipasha Basu exemplifying sensuality with her gold tone dress was also present at the event besides the southern siren Asin who was all smiles for shutterbugs.

The event also witnessed the charming Katrina Kaif who looked at ease with herself in an earthy glitter dress and the beautiful Sonali Bendre in a clandestine avatar with a sari.

Considering we are have unique facial contours and physical attributes, it is impossible to agree that one haircut or one hairstyle can suit all. The first requisite of styling your hair is to understand your face type and your choice of wardrobe to sync it accordingly.

Trends in hairstyles have gone a sea change with fancy style being accepted with much élan; however with the retro trends capturing the limelight once again, the trend for plaits Is back in the frame. From our very own B-town celebrities to the divas of Hollywood, all have been raving about plaits.

Are you trying your hands at sporting a stylish and chic plait, here are few quick tips to up your hairstyling quotient
Grecian Plait

A minimalistic yet stylish attempt, this plait can set eyes aflutter for its ethereal appeal. Just tie your hair in two different plaits and pin them upwards for a contemporary Grecian look.

Adds charm to any outfit and has been sported by some of the leading ladies of Hollywood complementing their Victorian gowns.

Fishtail Braids

A very chic and well-kept look; this braid can be worn with both ethnic as well as western attires.

Extremely simple to attempt, just tie your hair in a ponytail.

Divide it into two sections suing a tail comb and just form a simple plait using these sections.

You may also try this without the ponytail for a just out of bed look and a rustic appeal.

Rasta Braids

Well known for its bohemian appeal, Rasta braids are low maintenance and keep your hair in place for longer durations. Just divide your hair into 20-30 odd sections (depending on the thickness of hair) and tie as many plaits as the number of divided sections.

Though these are time consuming, but the result I surely worth it and can be lasting too.
You can also use a ribbon or a coloured thread in one or more braids for an added effect.

French Braid

For the perfect lady like charm, try this extremely suave and refined hairdo. Women with an oval face look best in this kind of a braid.

Divide your hair into two sections, from every section, pick a small strand and start plaiting. Start from the top and finish at the bottom when all the strands are being utilised for the plait. This Is a great style to add volume to thin hair.

Sizzling Siren look

Vidya manages to look glamorous and uber sexy in this skin hugging drape and a matching blouse in black and golden with a low neckline to enhance the cleavage.
Opt for Vidya’s look by pairing a heavy work sari with a contemporary blouse that ups the sex quotient. You may try a choli with a tie up back or even a single shoulder plain blouse in gold and other jewel tones for a bling effect.

Embodying Eternal Grace

Her style here is synonymous with the Indian diva image, with a refined look that can set hearts aflutter. The excellent contrast of red and green in her attire adds radiance to her persona.
Keep it simple with muted tones contrasting each other, for the sari and the blouse. Opt for pastels during day and loud vibrant shades for evening wear. Add some irresistible charm with soft curls and let loose your mane.

Refrain from overdoing by adding chunky pieces of jewellery, instead stick to minimalistic statement earrings or a cocktail ring.
Girl Next Door Charm

Vidya emphasises on the soft look with a pastel pink in a draped fabric. The silver trimming prevent it from going drab, adding some zing to the outfit and the jewel tone sandals accentuate the overall style.
Suits with Churidars can instantly make your frame look taller. Opt for plain bottoms with an embellished Kurtas in A line design, Anarkali pattern or am empire line shape. Shades like turquoise, sea green, wine, olive and even rust can make your skin glow. Match your footwear with the dress but keep it subtle to draw maximum attention to the outfit.

A look at her collection and you certainly know that designer Shruti Shah belongs to the one such bandwagon that boasts of sophistication and utmost style at its very behest.

A product of the Raffles Design International, she began her career by working with a list of designers and launched her own brand ‘filigree’ in the year 2010.

The brand got just the right kick-start with an array of ventures and shows and is being touted as the next big name on the fashion circuit, with her designs managing the centre stage at the Bangalore Fashion week in the year 2011.

The collection purely strikes a chord between the ethnic Indian wear and contemporary western attires. Shruti uses fusion as a medium to amicably blend the two looks and the final product is an epitome of elegance and finesse.

The designs include a vast range of anarkali Kurtas, a variety of tunics in different sizes, dresses with a contemporary feel yet a hidden touch of heritage.

The USP of her collection is the interplay of bold colours that keeps monotony at bay, she often uses a great deal of fuchsia, reds, shocking pinks, browns and even blacks and the fact that most of her designs are carved out of pure fabrics such as georgette, chiffon and raw silk among others.

What adds wear ability to these designs is the fact that they are not just meant for size zero women, the patterns are very well crafted to suit different body types with silhouettes that flatter every shape. Shruti has a flagship store in Mumbai and a two other stores in Ahmedabad and Pune. Her designs are also sold at upmarket stores like Fuel.

The celebrity bandwagon never misses a chance to pose for the shutterbugs, especially when they are dressed in their sartorial best for the enthralling red carpet events. The evening of January 29 witnessed another magnificent do at the Screen Actors Guild Awards 2012.

The event that felicitated the outstanding performances across the entertainment industry (film and television) saw a hoard of known faces that were dresses in serenading outfits that left many a jaws opened and gasping for breath.

Keeping in sync with the trends of the upcoming spring summer, the celebrities played it loud and vibrant with a riot of colours. The style brigade came dressed in vibrant monochromatic colours in loud shades such as indigo, the fiery fuchsia and the very passionate purple.

Red seemed to be dominating the style scene for the hotties like Michelle Williams and Giuliana Rancic were spotted in the sensuous shade with all its fervour.

The trend for nude shades is absolutely eternal with the who’s who of the fashion circuit dressing in larger than life patterns in the tones of nudes coupled with shimmer and bling, which makes it perfect for special occasions.

Pretty ladies, Le Michele, Kelly Osbourne and Sarah Hyland were flaunting their nude gowns in shades of white beige and fawn with swanning tails to entice.

The leading lady of  Hollywood, the gorgeous Angelina Jolie strutted a black dapper number with shimmer and kept it minimalistic yet elegant whereas Natalie Portman looked stunning in a brownish red single shoulder gown that beautifully graced her divine curves.

Famous actor Glenn Close, captured the attention with her enchanting indigo coloured gown with net details that was absolutely alluring.

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For the fashion conscious, the trendsetting gowns with swirling sashes and fitted dresses that enchant will be the seasons’ flavour and will rule the ramp as well as the streets.

The movie stars the biggest stars of the present day industry from the Greek God Hrithik Roshan, the sultry Priyanka Chopra, the effervescent Rishi Kapoor and of course the maverick actor Sanjay Dutt.

The Amibtabh Bachchan starrer original flick has been remade with all oomph and released with much gusto and pride under Karan Johar’s banner this Friday. The movie is raking in rare reviews for every aspect, from performances to the plot and the songs.

Not to miss the one woman wonders Katrina Kaif as ‘Chikni Chameli’ jiving to some groovy moves and enthralling the audiences all the way.

The success of the movie was celebrated in an extravagant affair in a party at the Yashraj Studio. The entire cast was present to relish the occasion and everyone seemed overwhelmed with the movie’s reviews and box office success in the very first week of its release.

The event was a totally star studded affair, with Bollywood bigwigs making merry over cocktails and dancing away the evening to glory.

Priyanka Chopra, the leading lady of the movie looked stunning in a black body hugging number whereas the superstar himself ( Hrithik Roshan) was dressed to kill with his killer attitude and casual attire.

Sanjay Dutt was sported being his ethereal self with graceful handshakes and smiles for the shutterbugs. Producer Director Karan Johar was also present alongside the cast and was happily enjoying the occasion.

The lovely Gauri Khan was seen making most of the evening with Hrithik who also tweeted on a micro blogging site “With the most beautiful and n talented girl in the world!! And the hottest if I may add Gauri Khan!! Watch out world, she’s about to arrive!!”

With the mellowing of the chill and the spring summer 2012, peaking at us with all its glory, it’s time for all those gorgeous legs to be swayed in the style. Want to look your glamorous best; here is what New York Fashion predicts for this year’s styles that will take the streets by storm.
  Colour Me Bright

The fastest picking up colour blocking trend will set new vibrant waves in 2012, with all designers making it big with a melange of bold and beautiful colours. Cash in on this look by wearing more than 3 loud colours at a time, and add some funky accessories like coloured beads or scarves for style.

Perky Prints

Bask in the sea of zillions of printed patterns from animal prints to paisley motifs, digital prints, geometrical designs and even ethnic prints from the rustic Indian culture, name it and you will see them all making rounds on the fashion circuit.

Use pastel shades for day wear and make it enchanting by selecting sensual, bolder prints on dark shades such as black, wine, olive and brown.

Flowing Romantics

 Fluid fabrics that add elegance to your look will be a major fad this season. From flowing skirts from the Victorian age to the soft and silky pyjamas worn with feminine blouses or graceful silk robes, the streets will witness them all. Add some lace to it and you’d be the epitomising sensuality at its best.

Lustful Leather

Gone are the days when leather would only be used to heat up the chill, this year will see the who’s who gearing up their frilly dresses with leather jackets in tan and black or even teaming up leather pants with a casual shirt or tunic.

Accessorize a casual outfit with bold and big leather belts for leather is the hottest material this season.

Retro Rendezvous

Return to the 70’s and make it big with the oomph exuding stripes in varied colours.

Get those bohemian pants on and team them with flowing tops, single shouldered blouses with detailed buttons and embroidery.

Bring in a punk look with hand painted tees and team these with baggy denims or boyfriend denims for the perfect retro look that will be a trend to look forward to this year.

Hyderabad based designer Deepti Reddy was one such name that was became a well-known brand by herself with her excellent portrayal of fashion trends through her label Yaski, In the Bangalore Fashion Week 2011.

Deepti has been making rounds at the fashion circuit only since last 2 years but with a drool worthy collection like hers, she is sure to make a mark soon. Her designs have an understated ethereal quality about them which is extravagantly depicted through her lavish use of jewel tones in silver, golden and copper.
Indian ethnic wear has once again stepped into the once forbidden realm of over the top and opulent designs, and a look at Deepti’s collection and you can feel she epitomises the ultimate feminine Indian spirit through her designs.

The extensive use of applique work, a generous dose of motifs in gold and silver lend a distinct quality to her garments making them a perfect choice for special occasions where you want to shine among the rest.

The garments are sensually crafted with silhouettes and cuts accentuating the curves of the average Indian figure, and emphasising on the detailing of the same. Deepti indulges in a bold and loud colour palette with passionate purples, enchanting oranges, bold greens and muted greys.

The fabrics used for most of designs are pure and refined such as organza, silk and sheer net that bring on the quintessential finesse to her garments.

Most of her designs are boast of grandeur and magnificence of the rich Indian heritage with dollops of intricate craftsmanship and ornate patterns.

Would you want to stump your love this Valentine’s Day with surprise; gifting your lady this beautifully crafted stud leather bag and stud leather clutch can absolutely get her head over heels for your. This is an epitome of elegance from Lulu Guinness. Price: Rs. 25,000

A very girly clutch or a super trendy clutch could be any woman’s longed possession. If you want to perk your lady love’s style quotient up gift her this trendy and quirky lip clutch from Lulu Guinness. Price: Rs. 17,000

Every girl go crazy with a new pair of trendy footwear. Step out in style this Valentine’s Day with these great looking pumps with a gorgeous contrast heart detail from Love Moschino. Price: Rs. 25,000

If you believe in fairy tales and wish this Valentine’s Day a frog transforms into a handsome prince, then this beautifully crafted long clutch with two frogs and a crown from Love Moschino should be your pick. Price:  Rs. 18,000

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