Manali Vengsarkar is making waves in the Mumbai fashion scene. After winning several international jewellery competitions, Vengsarkar took additional courses to learn about the technical end of jewellery manufacturing. Armed with newfound technical know-how, the ex-cricketer’s celebrity wife continues to dazzle Indian celebrities with her exquisite pieces. Vengsarkar has a background in fashion design from Mumbai and Milan, and worked …

As a business owner there will be a time when you realize you need outside help. It can be difficult to step outside the ‘business owner’ shoes and fully and effectively assess where your business is at, and the best path to success and growth. Often hiring an employee isn’t a feasible solution to your growth or business problems, as …

“Planning a wedding is difficult, especially with family and work obligations, be sure that the person you hire is in tune with what you want and is able to deliver with a smile” Your wedding is something you have envisioned since childhood and now the day has finally come when you have found the perfect person.  The next step is …

Winter is around the corner and with it the dry and cold wind. We all want to look fresh and dewy, but few of actually know how to do it, or what products to use. So how’s a gal supposed to achieve a soft and dewy look for the winter months? We went straight to the professionals to find out …

Braids can be girlish, they can be classical, traditional or elegant or punkish. It all comes down to the particular style you’re wearing, and the way in which you carry it. Braids are a staple part of any girl’s hair repertoire, a constant rather than so much a trend; and yet, as far as fall 2013’s hairstyles go, the question …

Bindis have roots in Asia as a symbolic decoration, as well as an aid in spiritual guidance. In India, a woman may wear a red bindi to show that she is married, while in China, the red bindi is a symbol of good fortune. Practicing Hindus and Buddhists use a bindi on the forehead to draw energy to and from …

American Apparel, known for diverse and provocative ad campaigns, recently put out a search for transgender models. According to the ad, models need no previous experience, just to be over the age 16 and wear “simple, fitted clothing.” The brand, which has used transgender models in ads before, is famous for its strong stance on gay rights, carrying gay culture …

Avoid sugary sweet snacks and smoking Throwing back a full-calorie Coke during your cigarette break isn’t part of a balanced diet. But in addition to cavity-causing sugar, the acidic nature of sodas — even diet ones — can erode a tooth’s enamel. Lighting up will turn that enamel a repulsive shade of yellow, possibly cause oral cancer and shave about …

Causes of  Memory Loss amongst South Asians A strong memory depends on the health and vitality of the brain. These days, a growing number of South Asians have concerns about of memory less, do the usual online research and panic because they think they have early onset Alzheimer’s disease. Fortunately, this isn’t usually the case. Some common causes of non-Alzheimer’s …

You’ve enjoyed your summer holiday and the hustle and bustle of September. As you brag to your friends about the resort you stayed at in Maui, the fresh ocean water and the insanely delicious food, you’re secretly adjusting that top button of your jeans because your pants feel a little snug. If you’re like most people, you’ve probably packed on …