With the recent nominations for The LUX STYLE AWARDS 2016 for Achievement in Fashion Design - Lawn & Luxury Pret, the coveted house of Sania Maskatiya introduces its first edition of The Summer Bloom; an Eid collection that celebrates and explores the simplistic elements of nature. The collection features understated elegant designs combining signature Sania Maskatiya geometrics and florals in sleek eastern and western silhouettes consists of digital prints and hand worked embroideries across the design house’s signature cuts, within a varying color palette.

Sania Maskatiya Eid Collection - 'The Summer Bloom'

Sania Maskatiya Eid Collection - 'The Summer Bloom'

Sania Maskatiya Eid Collection - 'The Summer Bloom'

Available at all Sania Maskatiya outlets in Karachi and Lahore, stockists and online at their official e-store www.saniamaskatiya.com, the first edition of The Summer Bloom Eid collection also includes a capsule line of Kurta’s for men.

Sania Maskatiya Eid Collection - 'The Summer Bloom'

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Hey beauties,

Hope your week is off to a great start. Following our obsession with liquid lipsticks, today am sharing my review on some new matte liquid lipsticks with you. These are L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Glosses in shades Tulle, Bazaar, Fleur and Timeless. Before these, I had only tried Luxury Creme Lip Color and Pro Concealers by the brand so far and I am a huge fan of L.A. Girl Pro Conceal HD Concealers. So let's get to the post to see if these matte flat finish pigment glosses managed to impress me too or not.

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss Applicator

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Glosses come in round plastic tubes with black caps. The packaging of these matte flat finish pigmented glosses is thicker than usual liquid lipstick packaging. It is matte and sleek. The applicator inside is not like the usual doe foot applicators. Its rather thin, flat and stiff for precise applicator of color on lips.

These matte flat finish pigment glosses have creamy consistency. They apply smoothly and dry quickly to a nice matte finish. These matte flat finish pigment glosses have amazing pigmentation and provide opaque coverage with one coat. These do not feel drying and do not accentuate any dry patches on lips. However they feel slightly plasticky and tacky. The tackiness can be felt when you rub your lips together. But its nothing too bothersome.

The shades that am reviewing are "Tulle", "Bazaar", "Fleur" and "Timeless". Starting with Tulle, it is a bright, neon blue based pink shade. It looks kind of neon purplish pink at times. This shade is said to be a dupe for MAC Candy Yum Yum. Since I don't own Candy Yum Yum, I can't actually compare the two shades. The shade is beautiful nonetheless and I love it.

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss Tulle Lip Swatch

Bazaar is a gorgeous rosy pink shade with hint of red. It appears more like a deep rosy pink shade on my lips. Its a kind of shade that can be worn all year round.

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss Bazaar Lip Swatch

Fleur is a very subtle nude brow shade. I am not usually a fan of  brown or nude lip colors but this one looks very flattering and doesn't wash me out. Therefore, I love it.

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss Fleur Lip Swatch

Timeless is a really wearable mauvy purple shade. Its a kind of purple that would flatter all skin tones. The shade is more appropriate for fall/winters.

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss Timeless Lip Swatch

All the shades are really gorgeous and have great color payoff. The staying power of these matte flat pigment glosses is really good. They stick to the lips and last almost all day long. These even last me through meals. However these have slight tendency to flake or crumble by the end of the day.

L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss- Tulle, Bazaar, Fleur, Timeless

All in all, I think these L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Glosses are really good for the price. These are highly pigmented, have nice matte finish and are long-lasting. There are some minor cons like tackiness and plasticky feel. However for the price, such cons can be ignored. If you are looking for some decent, affordable matte liquid lipsticks or want to add some more unique shades in your matte liquid lipstick collection, then you should definitely check these out. All the shades available in this range are absolutely gorgeous.


The Goods:

• Highly pigmented
• Dry to velvety matte finish
• Provide opaque coverage with one coat
• Do not feel drying
• Do not bleed
• Sleek packaging
• Long-lasting
• Affordable

The Bads:

• Feel a bit heavy and plasticky on lips
• Feel slightly tacky
• Have slight tendency to flake or crumble by the end of the day (after several hours of wear)

Price & Availability: L.A. Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Glosses are available online at Just4Girls for Rs 700/- each. You can also order these and other L.A Girl products online from L.A Girl Pakistan Facebook page.






Overall Rating: 4.3/5...!!!





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Pantene, the world’s no. 1 hair care brand, announces its new innovation for superior hair health, Pantene Shampoo with Pro-V and Conditioners with Histidine. Pantene’s newest formulation is created to restore and maintain hair health from the core. This breakthrough – which is the world’s first to work at the core for stronger, shinier hair – will give women the hair they have always desired.

Pantene Masterclass Event

Unlike many other hair care products that addresses only the outer 5% of the hair fiber, the new Pantene Shampoo and Conditioner goes deep inside the hair shaft – to the cellular level – to work on the remaining 95% where damaging impurities exist. As these impurities build up over time, hair starts to weaken and feels rough and becomes less manageable. It’s also visibly loses its depth of colour and natural shine. The New Pantene is the perfect solution for today’s women.

Pantene Masterclass Event

These women today are experimentative with their hair. Working from withing to remove impurities, the New Pantene Shampoo with Pro-V and Conditioners with Histidine.will erase the damage of 100 blow-dries, allowing you to try 30 styles in just as many days, and stand up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit heat. After using Pantene, even after the harshest torture tests, hair will be less likely to break, fall and split, and will hold colour for longer with a healthy-looking shine.

50 Strokes torture test by Nina Lotia, Pantene Hair Expert

Histidine is being added across Pantene’s conditioner range. When used in conjunction with Pantene’s shampoos with PRO-V and Keratin Damage-Blocking technology, the system works on different parts of the hair shaft to prevent and repair damage on the surface and at the core of hair.

Pantene Brand Manager, Maheen Hassan said, “We are proud to announce the launch of the New Pantene Shampoo with Pro-V and Conditioners with Histidine. This innovation will help Pantene work from the core of hair and make hair strong from inside so it can shine on the outside. Pantene has always played an important role in bringing new innovations for hair care and will continue by bringing innovative products for improved hair health.”

Nina Lotia, Pantene Hair Expert

Ayesha Omar at Pantene Masterclass Event

Availability & Pricing
The new Pantene Pro-V with Histidine is now available at all leading stores across Pakistan. The formula has been incorporated in all Pantene conditioners.


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Hey pretties,

Hope you all are doing great and enjoying summers so far. I am so obsessed with liquid lipsticks and love trying different kinds of liquid lipsticks from different brands. Today I am reviewing Milani Lip Intense Liquid Color in shade "Violet Addict". I have been wanting to try it for so long and finally got it from Beaut Arena. So let's get to the review to find out what do I have to say about this liquid lip color by Milani Cosmetics...

Milani Lip Intense Liquid Color

Milani Lip Intense Liquid Color

Milani Lip Intense Liquid Color

So Milani Intense Lip Colors come in an attractive flat yet wide tube. The shape of the tube is different from the usual liquid lipsticks or gloss tubes. It comes with a doe-foot applicator for precise and even application of color on lips. Overall the packaging is unique and funky.

Milani Intense Lip Color is a hybrid of lipstick and lip gloss. It has pigmentation of a lipstick and adds a nice shine like a lip gloss. I am really impressed with the pigmentation of this lip color. It is intensely pigmented and provides almost full coverage in one swipe. It feels creamy and hydrating. It is light-weight and feels extremely comfortable to wear. However, it has a slightly weird, oil like taste which I don't like. The finish it provides is glossy which is not my preferred finish but I somehow like its subtle glossy finish.

The shade "Violet Addict" is a bright and almost neon purplish pink shade. It looks more purple in some lighting while looks more of a blue based pink shade in natural light. The shade is really unique and gorgeous. I am not a fan of such cool-toned shades but this one looks really pretty. The staying power of this lipstick is pretty decent too and it stays on my lips for about 4-5 hours and then fades away evenly. However it does tend to transfer easily like all glossy lip colors.

Milani Lip Intense Liquid Color "Violet Addict" Swatch

Milani Lip Intense Liquid Color "Violet Addict" Lip Swatch

Overall, I really like this Milani Lip Intense Liquid Lip Color. Its a nice hybrid between a lipstick and lip gloss. It has pigmentation and coverage of a lipstick and adds shine to the lips like a gloss. It is creamy and feels very lightweight. If you are a matte finish lover, then this lip color is not for you. However those who prefer lipsticks with creamy or glossy finish will love these.


The Goods:

• Highly pigmented
• Creamy formula
• Good staying power
• Provides opaque coverage 
• Feels lightweight  and comfortable
• Adds a nice shine to the lips
• Does not feel sticky/tacky
• Feels hydrating

The Bads:

• Has a weird taste
• Tends to transfer
• Limited shade range

Price & Availability: Milani Lip Intense Liquid Colors are available online in 4 gorgeous shades at Beauty Arena for Rs 915/- each. Don't forget to check out the complete range of Milani Cosmetics at BeautyArena.pk




Overall Rating: 4.5/5...!!!





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L'Oréal Paris, the world’s leading beauty brand, proudly launched the first of its kind 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream [ #FutureOfOil ] as part of their Advanced Haircare line at an intimate Meet & Greet on Saturday, 4th June 2016 at the L'Oréal Academy in Karachi.

L'Oréal Paris New 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream

The 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream is a unique blend of 6 oils providing 6 benefits with the goodness of precious hair oils now in a cream. Inspired by the time-consuming characteristics of traditional hair oils, the 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream is the ultimate no hassle, convenient solution to traditional hair oiling techniques. The #FutureOfOil incorporates easy-to-use multi-usage qualities including overnight, pre shampoo and post shampoo use.

L'Oréal Paris New 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream

 The event began with live demonstrations of the 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream, where guests indulged in 6 Oil Massages followed by an hair-wash and blow-dry. The demonstrations were followed by a short interactive presentation by Marvi Santosh (Product Manager- L’Oréal Paris Hair Care) on the benefits of the 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream. The Meet & Greet was attended by L'Oréal Paris’s Local Spokesperson Mehreen Syed along with members of the esteemed press.

L'Oreal Paris Spokesperson Mehreen Syed wearing HSY

Sidra Ahmed, Junaid Murtaza, Marvi Santosh - from team L'Oreal Paris Advanced Haircare

Speaking about the 6 Oil Nourish Oil-in-Cream, L’Oréal Paris’s Local Spokesperson Mehreen Syed commented, “I’ve just had a chance to try out the 6 Oil Nourish, it’s a wonderful product. It felt light on my hair and doesn’t weigh my hair down. The Oil-in-Cream has a lovely floral and sweet scent. The application made my hair very smooth, silky and soft, it works from the roots to the tip and it doesn’t feel oily on the scalp. After the wash my hair looked perfect.”


For more information about L’Oréal Paris in Pakistan, visit the official L’Oréal Paris Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/LOrealPakistan

Sheeba Kapadia opened her first flagship studio on Friday, in the heart of city’s busiest shopping district – DHA Phase VI, which will fulfill her endeavor at building her mark on the designer apparel market. Keeping in mind the demand for designer wear in the international market, she is also proud to announce her state-of-the-art online store website www.Sheebakapadia.com, which will showcase her exclusive collection for the patrons who like to shop online. The high-end designer outlet will provide a subtle yet stylish and lavish setting for the customers, providing them with strong visual impact, all the while embedding her trendy and quality product at its core.
Sheeba Kapadia’s brand promise is to distinguish herself from other designer labels on quality, uniqueness and affordability. Her first collection “Aurora”, which exemplifies these characteristics, will be the highlight of this launch. Aurora, which is the Latin word for sunrise, personifies the beginning of Sheeba Kapadia. It includes traditional outfits such as Sublime, Peach Moonstone and Samite as well as unique signature outfits including Marron Camels, Warli Jacket and Aurora, with applique patterns and sequins cut-work.
Sheeba - who has been in the limelight of the fashion industry for the past decade – stated, “Over the last six months, our entire team has worked feverishly to make “Sheeba Kapadia” a reality. At Sheeba Kapadia, we are determined to craft designer couture with a vision- a vision to be the trendsetters of designer fashion in Pakistan. Consequently, we have kept a very close eye on the latest fashion trends while creating our first collection so that we offer ensembles that are not only trendy, but also original. The 3D design work on Blue Diamond and Flora as well as the use of processed leather on Marron Camels and Aurora, is in sync with this vision. Going forward,we aim to increase customer engagement with the help of social shopping and enhance customer experience through the use of technology.”
Sheeba Kapadia’s EID collection will be launching in the second week of June and her Bridal collection is under production. Both will be available at the studio and the online store very soon. Sheeba Kapadia is inviting the members of the press and the public to the opening of her new store which will be held at Shop # 1, Plot # 3C, Lane 9 of Bukhari Commercial, DHA Phase VI on the 3rd of June, from 3-9pm.

To celebrate the launch of her first studio, Sheeba Kapadia will be offering a 20% discount
on all outfits ordered online or at the studio from 3:00 PM Friday for 48 hours.

For more information regarding the brand, log on to www.facebook.com/SheebaKapadiaOfficial
or visit www.sheebakapadia.com

One stop shopping, one stop happiness: eid outfits for the whole family can be shopped at Nishat Linen at the most reasonable of prices and with the most varieties available. From accessories for kids to jewelry, hand bags, shoes, scarves and eye wear for women: shop for the best looks for this eid on a budget and celebrate it with style the NL way.

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

The brand new Eid collection brings you a perfect blend of innovative sophistication and modern simplicity, ranging from flamboyantly detailed designs to the minimalistic with modern cuts, and beautifully detailed prints that blend together in a joyful mix of festive bliss.

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

Discover premium quality clothes for the whole family this eid; featuring embellished detailing, rich textures and sumptuous sheer fabrics. The Eid Collection ’16 boasts of ready to wear lawn shirts, trendy cuts, three-piece and two-piece lawn suits as well as a wide variety of festive clothing for men and kids. Beat the heat with the breezy fabrics of 100% pure Crinkle, Silk, Shimmer, Bemberg Chiffon dupattas paired with soft lawn suits, while the ready-to-wear shirts  feature exquisite digital prints and embroidered embellishments.

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

NLpret brings you simple but chicly tailored pieces in an array of shades and the most eclectic of prints ranging from floral designs to artfully rendered doodles to the kaleidoscopic graphics of art deco. Not staying behind the modern trends, NL has also introduced the tulip shalwar this season to add that extra silhouette to your look. It’s available in a variety of colors and sizes so that everyone can wear it. New sizes in NLpret have also been added: XXS and XXL. Now women of all figure types can get their favorite NLpret kurta in the size they want.

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

For opulent dresses and elegant cuts, look no further than this head-turning collection of party looks and festive outfits for this eid. Think luxurious lawn dresses, embroidered embellishments, asymmetric hems and brightly colored prints that are playfully chic yet on-trend. Embrace the festive trends in print, colour and texture, channeled through breezy dressing, sophisticated women’s tailoring and smart looks for this eid season made for women of all ages.

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

The unstitched range of lawn suits, NISHA showcases neutral tones, shades of toasted gold, soft pastel colours paired with bright bold ones through the likes of festive floral prints, embroidered fabric and soft textures of pure chiffons and lawn that are really breathable. Loose fabric can be bought as much as the customer wants from these suits so that they can mix and match the fabric of their choice and get their outfit tailored the way they want to.

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

Like every year, NL has designed a whole separate range for kids wear so that they can look the very best this eid. Soft Jacquard and Latha kurtas with traditional cuts are available for the boys aged from 2 years to 12 years in bold colors. While the girls’ clothing has shirts and trousers in ecru colors with shades of gold embellished with tilla embroidery, pearls and gotta. Modern cuts such as net jackets, pleated frocks, and fancy fabric have been artfully crafted into clothes that kids can easily wear and be comfortable in. Sizes are available ranging from newly born babies to 12 year old girls. A whole assortment for girls’ accessories is also available can also be bought at NL to complement her outfit with.

Nishat Linen Eid Collection ’16

NL is the one stop shopping for everyone to get their eid outfits at, with a really accommodating price range.


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