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Divine divas
The new issue of Elan is out with a stunning picture of Karishma Kapoor on the cover. Looking more like a model than a film star, the lead feature deals with the growing power of the Bollywood actress. Today, stars like Kajol are charging Rs one crore, and Karishma and Aishwarya between Rs 70 lakh and Rs 75 lakh 8212; leaving Madhuri behind at Rs 60 lakh. Even newcomers like Preity Zinta are now getting Rs 20 lakh.
Go girls!!
Then there are the regular features 8212; fashion with ramp model Pooja Misra and 1999 Gladrags model Anchal Kumar, a profile of Ruby Bhatia and tips on how to pick up the best mobile phone, palm top and watch that money can buy. While the magazine gets better with each issue, it still lacks the gloss of Verve and ELLE. Also it needs to be meatier more current features and on the ball. However, Karen Anand guide to cheese and Rhea-Pillai8217;s columns are outstanding and reason enough to shell out Rs 50 to buy the magazine.
Craft chic
If you fancy ethnic handicrafts, check out Kalakruti India8217;s exhibition of Rajasthani artefacts. On display are a vast variety of exclusive items from the state including furniture, crafts and garments in vibrant hues.
Affordably priced, the items won8217;t burn a hole in your pocket.
At Shop 6, Woodrose, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri W. Till Nov 30.
Deo fresh
This news comes as a breath of fresh air for men. Literally! AXE, the world famous range of men8217;s cologne deodorants, is now available in India.
Launched by HLL in the wake of growing demand for international toiletries, the deos come in three fragrances Java, Alaska, and Atlantis. Billed as quot;the cult youth brand for men internationallyquot; AXE is targeted at the 16 to 24 age group.
Price: Rs 110 for 150 ml.
Available at leading retail stores.
Talc talk
Some more scentillating news! Yardley of London has launched the internationally popular Yardley English Lavender Talc, in India. Made from the exotic lavender plant grown specially by Yardley, the talc has epitomised the brand for years. An enchanting blend of lavender oil, rose, orange blossom, oakmoss and mush, the fragrance has a soft, lingering effect guaranteed to keep you smelling good through the day. Other products from Yardley including aftershaves, deos, eau de toilettes, cologne sprays and perfumed talcs in different fragrances are also available in the city.
Price: Between Rs 65 and Rs 110.
Available at leading retail stores.
Hot hotel
Here8217;s the latest buzz from the world of hospitality. The Mahindra group has entered into a joint agreement with Accor, one of the world8217;s largest hotel and tourism companies. As part of the agreement, Mahindra8217;s Guestline hotels are being relaunched as a new chain Mercure Guestline hotels. The erstwhile Guestline hotel at Juhu has been relaunched as the first Mercure Hotel of India. Which makes Mumbai the first city in India to be part of the prestigious Mercure chain, with over 450 hotels worldwide. In keeping with Mercure8217;s international reputation of world class quality, the Guestline lobby and rooms have been entirely revamped, and the hotel now has 92 tastefully decorated rooms. The new hotel boasts of several outstanding features including a state-of-the-art health club, an exclusive open air authentic Italian restaurant, Al Fresco, and a swanky new round-the clock coffee shop, Ambrosia. To cater to the business segment there is a club lounge, a business centre, a banquet room and conferencerooms.
At 462, A B Nair Road, Juhu. Ph no: 670 5555 / 671 7150.
Gift lift
New gift ideas are welcome, what with the Christmas and millennium eve just round the corner. Here8217;s a chance to look your best and pick up some free gifts. Visible Change, the new eco-friendly salon at The Orchid, has introduced a special range of gift hampers for the festive season.
Comprising an exciting assortment of toiletries including Sunsilk shampoos, Pears soaps, Denim aftershaves and deodorants, each gift pack comes complimentary with any service above Rs 270 at the salon. A real incentive to indulge yourself!
At The Orchid Hotel, Vile Parle W. Till Nov 30.
Colour funk
If wild and funky defines your taste in make-up, check out Avon8217;s Color Trend range of cosmetics which now boasts of 16 hot new shades. The colours come in fast-drying and chip-resistant nail enamels, long-wearing lipsticks, precision lipliners and liquid eyeliners. With an accent on the unusual, the range is perfect for those who like to experiment with their make-up. Avon cosmetics are sold directly to customers through a personalised network of beauty consultants.
Price: Between Rs 59 and Rs 165.
For details, contact 617 2173 / 6140952
Beauty forum
If you are in the beauty business, this is one event you cannot afford to miss. Image 8217;99, the annual exhibition that showcases the latest trends in international beauty and fashion, is in town again. Here is your chance to interact with leading professionals in the industry through workshops, programmes and forums. Highlights of the fair include Image Studio, a professional hair and beauty workshop which will include live demos by some of the best Indian and British hair and make-up artistes; The Millennium Look, a fashion show presented by Lakme, the Consumer Forum, where companies will interact directly with consumers to test market new products; and The Industry Seminar, where industry topshots will share their views on the changing face of the business in the millennium. A complete rundown on the millennium 8212; past and present!
At World Trade Centre. Till Nov 20. Time: 10.00 am to 7.30 pm.
For further details contact 493 5477 / 377.
Virtual art
From a source of information, the internet has now moved into a site for sales. According to estimates, by 2001, Indian web sales will touch Rs 29,000 crore with a major chunk coming from art sales8217;. Realising this E-commerce potential, Sonali Engineer and Menka Shivdasani have launched a virtual art gallery. An interactive forum between artists and art lovers, the site has been started largely to cut out the middleman from art deals. Largely divided into five areas paintings, sculptures, artefacts, ethnic art and Tanjores, the site features works of leading artists in a variety of media. The attraction of the month is meeting with Akbar Padamsee8217;s latest digital works, Altaf, Navjot, Arzan Khambatta and Adi Unwalla8217;s and Kayur Patel8217;s glass sculptures.
Check out: the-artsource.com.
