Chiffon, georgette, semi-crepe may not seem like the best fabrics for fall, but they actually serve a great counterpoint to the heavier knits that are considered wintry. And at the just concluded WLIFW 2011, the runway was abuzz with fluid silhouettes in feather light fabrics, which gave a tough competition to silk, jacquard, jersey and cashmere. The catwalk also rejoiced in bright colours and bold prints.

Tuition fee hike in schools has become a cause of concern for many parents. Recently, parents of some children studying in the Ramjas School moved the Delhi High Court seeking a fee reduction, alleging the school had notched up an annual profit of `5 crores and there was no justification for a fee hike. Annoyed by the school’s rampant commercialisation of education by demanding extra fees without even prior notice, city parents are left hassled without any option.

The buzz around Dum Maro Dum has hardly been about anything other than Deepika Padukone’s sizzling act in the film’s title song. However, it’s not just the leggy lass who’s benefited because of the film. Rana Dagubbati, the six-footer hunk is also garnering a lot of attention for his debut flick. Rana, who has a cosy twosome with Bipasha Basu in Dum Maro Dum, has the producers queuing up to sign him for their films, and he’s even touted as the next big thing.

Out with your scarves, umbrellas and sunglasses — it is summer time! The sun is blistering and the fashionistas are readying to face the heat. If you thought that summer might scare people from slapping on makeup, you guessed wrong. Switch to healthier and lighter options. Moisturisers and homemade packs promise to put the glow back on your face.

It’s every bride’s dream to look her best on D-Day. What better than a perfect workout regimen to help her realise the dream. While it’s a stress-free regime for some, it’s an action-packed, well-balanced routine for others. Celebrities like Lara Dutta, Jessica Simpson and Hilary Duff have reportedly benefited from these workouts.
Experts caution that it’s not advisable to plunge into a workout regime two-three months before the wedding.

How often do we go to a traditional tour operator these days for holidays within the country? Hardly ever. With almost every cell phone being GPRS-enabled and vehicle service stations dotting the highways, all one needs to do is pack, get into a car and drive.

Ethereal in all its beauty, sari is forever stylish. Stressing on the need to promote the ethnicity of the garment, when Jiyo celebrated its first anniversary at Nehru Memorial, a discussion on saris and its relevance in today’s times got the audiences thinking. Writer Shobhaa De and Renuka Choudhary shared some of their fondest memories of draping the lovely garment and discussed how it makes for an excellent traditional wear. Shobhaa said, “It is the sexiest outfit made out of a single piece of cloth,

Everyone knows that the “hottest” wars in Bollywood these days are being fought over item songs. With Sheila and Munni becoming the catchwords of pop culture, every A-list actress wants a piece of the instant popularity pie that a catchy item track offers. The latest buzz was about Kareena Kapoor’s sexy turn in the Chammak Chhalo

What comes to mind when someone says Jennifer Lopez? Of course — her fabulous butt! When she insured her bottom, the news created waves! So much so that stars like John Abraham followed suit…

Ever wondered how celebrities like Madonna, Jennifer Aniston and Kim Cattrall maintain their fabulous figures? Here’s the secret — Gyro-lates. It’s the latest fitness regime doing the rounds in Hollywood and even Bollywood stars like Tabu have taken to it.