The bag guru has predicted this year's 'bag'ging trends and has even recommended you to become a bagista by following them pronto!
This summer, bags that add oodles to your attitude are very in. From spacious totes to classy shoulder bags to arty jholas to the very sporty backpacks... all's in the bag!
Totes
Wide and comfy, these are available in all colours imaginable! They are spacious enough to dump anything and everything that you might need!
With a message...
Want to speak your mind? Carry a tote with an interesting message on it! Take your pick and go in for one that goes with your personality.
Some of the popular messages on these bags read like – Make love not carbon, Get hip get green, Think global, act local, The green in me, I'm not a plastic bag, etc.
Shoulder bags:
Strap bags with chains instead of the usual straps look chic and classy. These are available in patterns like stripes, paisleys, etc.
Sling bags:
These bags are worn over one shoulder with a strap that winds around the chest resting the bag on the lower back. Although they are similar to a messenger bag, sling bags are often smaller.
These bags are quite popular among guys and that's why they are often called manpurses.
Backpacks:
These bags are for the sporty chics. Backpacks are an easy way to carry everything you need – books, ten different types of pens, mobile, water bottle, snacks, money, makeup kit and more! And most are waterproof too!
Hobo bags:
If you are a boho-chic then this bag will complement your personality! The hobo bag is typically a large bag. It comes in a characteristic crescent shape, a slouchy posture and a long strap designed to wear over the shoulder. And since they are made out of soft and flexible material, they tend to slump or slouch, when set down. And well these bags are also very popular with the Hollywood celebs! Mary-Kate, Ashley Olsen, Sienna Miller, and Joss Stone are often seen carrying one of these.
Jholas:
These bags combine comfort with elegance, grace with practicality and art with simplicity. They are available in diverse colours like red, pink, violet, blue, silver, black, white and beige.
Having a tough time switching to brushes for every little stroke you make?
Well, then just dump them and use your fingers instead! In fact some leading beauticians claim you can benefit from the natural heat and oils in your skin. It is said to help melt the product for a smoother application. But of course, it does not imply you just dip every free finger in different shades. Each finger applies a different pressure, and thus can serve different purposes. Read on to know what make-up application each finger works best for:
Ring finger
After cleaning one's face, the first layer of make-up begins with the concealer. Use the ring finger to spread the concealer. It provides a soft touch. This will ensure that the skin under your eyes, which is quite sensitive is not pulled. Afterall, even slightest pressure regularly can cause it to look stretched and ugly.
Index finger
As this finger is said to possess a little more pressure than the index finger, experts recommend you use it to spread your eye shadow. The slight pressure helps ensure that the eye shadow is spread evenly.
Middle finger Girls, your middle finger is the strongest, so it's ideal for framing your eye, creating definition as you move it back and forth.
Little finger
This smallest finger is perfect for applying make-up to those hard-to-reach places like the corners of the eyes. It has the least strength of all, so it will also prevent you from globbing on highlighter when you're trying to be precise.
Impersonation is the best form of flattery, and who better than Bollywood actors to vouch for that. Fans across the world show their admiration by aping their fave actors' looks and clothes. The trickle down effect has been so phenomenal, that Indian wear such as the saree, salwar kameez, sherwanis and lehengas are being sported with great fanfare (of course, with a contemporary twist to it). In an attempt to look like actors Kareena, Katrina, SRK, Hrithik, Ranbir and others, celebrated designer Manish Malhotra's designs are often worn by fans.
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that Manish has made commendable efforts in bringing Indianwear in the limelight globally. The look is so glamourous, that one doesn't need to wear a bow tie, formal suit or even a red carpet gown.
Only recently, Deepika Padukone wore Indian contemporary wear with chikankari work at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Kareena Kapoor has always chosen to wear a saree at prestigious functions (who can forget her famous fuchsia blouse with a skin colour net saree at the Filmfare awards couple of years ago). At the Mizwan event with Shabana Azmi, Hrithik Roshan wore Manish's sherwani and teamed it with trousers and formal shoes on the ramp. Ranbir Kapoor's black bundgala and white salwars looked perfect for his lean looks. Katrina skipped the gown to wear a long kalidar kurta with a ghaghra at an awards night, now that's a new-age twist isn't it?
Says Manish, "It's a favourable change. I have showcased Indian designs at national and international ramps with an intention to boost Indian crafts and the craftsmens' karigari. Of course, Bollywood films have a profound impact on fashion choices."
In the same note, he says that the year 2011 will see the return of the classics. Pastel shades will rule. "At the upcoming LFW, I will be showcasing contemporary Indian resort wear," he promises.
