Bridal Blush

The right make-up and hairdo on the wedding day is crucial for a bride. “An increasing number of brides now want a natural look and nothing too gaudy or over the top,” says make-up expert and hairstylist Jatin Kapoor. He was at Lakme Studio,Sector 19,on Tuesday,for a presentation on bridal looks for the season ahead. Emphasising on natural colour tones for the face and eye make-up as the key to achieving a winning look,Kapoor says,“Punjabi weddings are bright,colourful and all about grandeur. It is necessary for the bride to reflect the same opulence,but in an understated and elegant manner.” The winner of the Schwarzkopf Estetica Hairdresser of the Year Award 2010,who will be available in the city for bridal consultation,adds,“The make-up and hair should represent the bride’s cultural roots and traditions,yet give a contemporary feel.” He suggests lighter tones of pink on the cheeks,with silver dusted smoky eyes,this season. Regarding the hairdo,Kapoor says,“Many brides are wearing net and tulle dupattas over their heads,which makes it important to have a nice hairstyle. We recommend buns and knots,depending on what suits the bride. Personally,I love using hair accessories.”

Words Worth

As part of the World Literacy Day celebrations at Pustak School,Sector 25,and Hamari Kaksha,Sector 29,the organisation Youth United donated more than 200 books,including art books,novels and text books.

Collected during a month-long donation drive conducted by Youth United,the books will be used to set up and extend the school library. While the donation drive will continue through the year,volunteers from the organisation will conduct creative writing classes for the students this week.