Friday, May 29, 2020

जब 600 रुपये की साड़ी के साथ करीब 2.50 लाख का पर्स कैरी करती दिखी थीं कंगना रनौत May 29, 2020 at 07:37PM

कंगना रनौत अपने क्लासी फैशन सेंस के लिए जानी जाती हैं। उनकी फैशन चॉइस में वेस्टर्न से लेकर यूरोपियन स्टाइल का परफेक्ट कॉम्बिनेशन देखने को मिलता है। वैसे यह अदाकारा तो सस्ते से सस्ती चीज को भी क्लासी लुक दे सकती है और इसका सबूत तब देखने को मिला था, जब वह बेहद सस्ती साड़ी में भी रॉयल वाइब्स देती नजर आई थीं। कंगना ने कुछ समय पहले एयरपोर्ट लुक के लिए कॉटन की साड़ी पहनी थी। यह साड़ी उन्होंने कोलकाता के बुनकरों से सिर्फ 600 रुपये में खरीदी थी। इस साड़ी को पहनने के पीछे का उद्देश्य कंगना का दूसरों को बुनकरों से कपड़े लेने के लिए प्रेरित करना था। क्रीम कलर की कॉटन की साड़ी पर गोल्डन ऐंड ब्लैक थ्रेड से बॉर्डर बनाई गई थी। कंगना ने इसे रॉयल टच देते हुए ब्लैक कलर की लॉन्ग सिंगल ब्रेस्टिड जैकेट पहनी थी। इसे उन्होंने शोल्डर पर केप स्टाइल में डाला था। यह क्लासिक स्टाइल जैकेट Givenchy ब्रैंड की थी। इसकी कीमत 3106 डॉलर यानी करीब 2 लाख 36 हजार रुपये थी। इतना ही नहीं कंगना ने अपने इस क्लासी लुक को पूरा करने के लिए जो हैंडबैग कैरी किया था, वह भी सुपर एक्सपेंसिव था। उन्होंने अपने कोट और चश्मे से मैच करने के लिए Prada का गैलेरिया टोटे ब्लैक हैंडबैग कैरी किया था। इसकी कीमत 3207 डॉलर यानी करीब 2 लाख 42 हजार रुपये थी। वहीं लुक को पूरा करते हुए इस अदाकारा ने ब्लैक पंप्स पहने थे।

वेट लॉस से पहले सारा अली खान पहनती थीं इस तरह के कपड़े May 29, 2020 at 06:23PM

सारा अली खान आज के समय की सबसे स्टाइलिश ऐक्ट्रेसेस में से एक हैं। हालांकि, वेट लॉस और फिल्मों में आने से पहले इस अदाकारा की कपड़ों की प्रिफरेंस अलग तरह की हुआ करती थी। पीसीओडी बीमारी के कारण उनका वेट बढ़ गया था, जिस वजह से उन्हें उसी के मुताबिक कपड़े चुनने पड़ते थे। हालांकि, यह बात जरूर है कि इन लुक्स में भी यह अदाकारा लोगों का दिल जीतने में पीछे नहीं रहती थी। वेट गेन के कारण सारा की पहली प्रिफरेंस कंफर्टेबल क्लोद्स बन गए थे। इस स्थिति को हर वो लड़की समझ सकती है, जो वजन बढ़ने के इशू से जूझ रही है। खासतौर से पीसीओडी में अपर बॉडी फैट ज्यादा तेजी से बढ़ता है, जिस वजह से कपड़ों को लेकर ऑप्शन कम हो जाते हैं। सारा अली खान को जिन भी कपड़ों में देखा जाता था, उसकी नेकलाइन हमेशा सिंपल रहती थी। यह ज्यादातर या तो राउंड नेकलाइन या फिर कॉलर फॉर्म में होती थीं। ऐक्ट्रेस ज्यादा छोटे कपड़े पहनने से भी बचती थीं। इसकी जगह वह नी-लेंथ, फ्लोर लेंथ ड्रेस या फिर जींस और स्टाइलिश टॉप पहनना ज्यादा पसंद करती थीं। इसे वह स्लिक स्कार्फ या फिर जैकेट के साथ कैरी करती थीं। वैसे सारा का कॉटन और लिनन फैब्रिक के लिए प्यार भी पुराना है। वह पहले भी इन्हीं फैब्रिक्स से बने कपड़े ज्यादा पहनती थीं। इनमें ज्यादातर वह मिक्स्ड थ्रेड ऑप्शन चुनती थीं ताकि इलास्टिसिटी बनी रही और मूवमेंट में आसानी हो। कलर को लेकर सारा पहली भी अपनी चॉइस ओपन रखती थीं। अगर वह डार्क और सटल कलर के कपड़े पहनना पसंद करती थीं, तो उन्हें ब्राइट ऐंड नियॉन कलर के कपड़े भी बहुत पसंद आते थे। उन्होंने तो अपने पिता सैफ और करीना कपूर की शादी के लिए भी ब्राइट नियॉन कलर का लहंगा चुना था। इसमें वह हमेशा की तरह ही काफी प्यारी नजर आ रही थीं।

6 New Sunglasses Trends Harry Styles Would Love You In

Sunglasses are a small but mighty piece in our summer wardrobe rotation. After all, if the eyes are the window to the soul, then the gear used to protect them is of the utmost importance. They also have the power to zhuzh up any outfit and are an easy way to try out trends without overspending on a whole new look. 

Over the last few months, we’ve seen a spike in sunglasses trends. Our favorite is tied to Harry Styles’ internet-breaking “Watermelon Sugar” music video, in which the singer adorns himself with not one, but two pairs of candy-colored shades courtesy of the Gucci archive.

Still loyal to the tiny sunglasses trend? Thanks to brands like Le Specs and Illesteva, new iterations are being designed all the time. Favorable to oversized grandma shades? We found plenty of retro-esque styles that don't look outdated. Tinted lenses, modern wayfarers, transparent rims, and ‘90s shapes — this summer’s range of sunglasses trends includes a little something for everyone. 

With the weekend just hours away, there’s no time like the present to get a headstart on your summer sunglasses collection. Ahead, find six of 2020’s most coveted shade styles. 

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The Harry Styles Effect


We've said it before: Harry Styles has a Meghan Markle-like effect on us and our style. And his latest music video for "Watermelon Sugar" is no exception. From Bode Hawaiian shirts to crochet tank tops — we fell hard for every fashion item featured in the video. But of them all, his campy slew of sunnies — all of which were vintage Gucci — was the most impressive.

Poppy Lissiman Beth Sunglasses, $, available at Poppy Lissiman


Urban Outfitters Loves Me Not Flower Round Sunglasses, $, available at Urban Outfitters


ASOS Heart Sunglasses With Metal Arms, $, available at ASOS

'90s Supermodel


Along with sheer mini dresses, vintage denim, strappy sandals, and baguette bags, square sunglasses were a staple in the '90s supermodel wardrobe. And like their fellow retro favorites, they, too, are making one hell of a comeback.

Le Specs Unreal Sunglasses, $, available at Le Specs


Sun Buddies E-40 Transparent Sunglasses, $, available at Sun Buddies


Aperçu Eyewear Vintage Tort, $, available at Aperçu Eyewear

Seeing Color


They might not be the best choice for reading in the sun or driving sans sun visor, but we can't help but love lightly colored lenses anyway.

Le Specs Carmito Sunglasses, $, available at Le Specs


Crap Eyewear The Bikini Vision, $, available at Crap Eyewear


Loewe Paula's Ibiza Acetate Sunglasses, $, available at Loewe

Not-Your-Grandma's Sunglasses


When considering which sunglasses to buy this summer, if your mind can't stop wandering toward your grandma's collection, these are the modern style equivalents for you.

Ray-Ban Square-Frame Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses, $, available at Net-A-Porter


Mango Retro Style Sunglasses, $, available at Mango


Gucci Oversized Square-Frame Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses, $, available at Net-A-Porter

Crystal Clear


Translucent rims are a fun and fresh way to change up your look.

Komono Ana Sunglasses in Navy, $, available at Need Supply


Jacquemus Yauco Sunglasses, $, available at Farfetch


Crap Eyewear The Supa Phreek, $, available at Crap Eyewear

From The Archives


You might not think of styles like wayfarers and aviators as "trends," but, after a handful of summers spent wearing tinier (and tinier) shades, a return to the classics is a move worth talking about.

Ray-Ban Classic Wayfarers, $, available at Sunglass Hut


Diff Eyewear Matte Black, $, available at DIFF Eyewear


MOSCOT Avram Sunglasses, $, available at MOSCOT

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14 Fashion-Forward Places To Buy A Wedding Dress Online

The last few years have seen a significant spike in the number of retailers offering wedding dresses online. While brick-and-mortar stores are still very popular for their appointment-only model, allowing brides-to-be to bring their family and friends with them, there is an increasing number of brides who’re interested in a more modern experience. One where they are not at the hands of the bridal stylist — who often brings gowns to them from the back of the shop based on what they think is their style — and where they can peruse an unlimited selection of brands that are both bridal and not.

In the past, quality issues and limited return policies may have prevented brides from buying their wedding dress online, but we’re now living in the golden age of the online bridal shop. With the arrival of wedding shops from the likes of e-commerce retailers like MatchesFashion, the selection is as fashion-forward as it’s ever been. Bridal brands like Floravere, who are disrupting the industry by making it more transparent and the experience more tech-savvy, are also on the rise. In addition to offering stylish wedding wares, these places also offer the convenience of buying your accessories all in the same place, making the experience seamless for brides who are not looking to spend their time going to several stores.

Ahead, the best places to buy wedding dresses in every budget.

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MatchesFashion

From Erdem, Batsheva, and Rochas to Vivienne Westwood and Richard Quinn, the MatchesFashion bridal shop, which launched in early 2020, has styles ranging from saccharine sweet to fashion-forward. The hardest part will be just picking one look from the selection that this popular London-based retailer offers.

Danielle Frankel

This month, one of our favorite Cool Girl wedding labels Danielle Frankel relaunched its website. With that, the 2019 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund runner-up Danielle Hirsch's avant-garde designs — previously available at Net-A-Porter and Moda Operandi, among others e-tailers — can be bought from the site directly.

Floravere

This direct-to-consumer brand, which also has storefronts in NYC and L.A., offers made-to-order wedding looks at much more affordable prices than traditional wedding retailers. To make things even better, Floravere is currently hosting a sample sale, with prices starting at $300 (down from $1,000).

Reformation

For those looking for a sustainable wedding dress, the cult-favorite label Reformation also designs bridal looks. The styles lean more boho, and feature the same low-cut, high-slit styles that we've come to expect from (and love about) the brand.

Net-a-Porter

For a more classic selection, e-tailer Net-A-Porter carries brands like Roland Mouret, Halston, Self-Portrait, Temperley London, and Brandon Maxwell. In addition to short dresses and gowns, you can also shop separates perfect for before and after the big day.

Sahroo

New York-based designer Sarah Abbasi's eco-friendly bridal brand features handmade matching sets, made using silk, glass crystals, and feathers by artisans in her native Pakistan. While trousers are Abbasi's signature, Sahroo also creates stunning caftans, gowns with thigh-high slits, and capes.
 

Sleeper

Fans of the nightgown trend will love this casual selection from the nightwear-as-outwear brand that has made a name for itself on Instagram with its feather-adorned pajamas. Prairie-like and available in linen, these dresses are made for the bride who wants to look authentically herself on her wedding day.

LEIN

A wedding label made for the modern woman, LEIN's founder and designer Meredith Stoecklein is currently offering virtual fittings to brides in response to the shelter-in-place orders. Styles range from nontraditional gowns (see: this double-breasted gown) and mini dresses to jumpsuits and suits.

BHLDN

The most traditional bridal retailer on the list, Anthropologie's bridal brand also offers the biggest selection of wedding styles. If you're on a tight deadline, check out the in-stock and ready-to-ship section of the site which currently features popular brands like Jenny Yoo, Amsale, and Watters.

ASOS

One of the most popular e-tailers also offers a big bridal selection as part of its Edition (special occasion) collection. As is always the case with ASOS, the styles — ranging from separates to cocktail dresses and gowns — have an affordable starting point.

Farfetch

For those looking for a dress that only looks bridal, Farfetch has styles from high-end brands like Lanvin, Giambattista Valli, and Saint Laurent. If bridal is what you’re after, though, the retailer does carry labels like Jenny Packham and Temperley London who are beloved for their wedding styles.

Whistles

Contemporary brand Whistles — frequently worn by Kate Middleton — launched bridal dresses four years ago. Ever since then, brides have flocked to this high-street favorite for an affordable selection of modern styles that range from ethereal to minimal.

Revolve

If you're a frequent shopper on Revolve, you'll recognize the e-tailer's penchant for sexy, form-fitting, high-slit styles in its bridal edit. For those looking for something more subtle, Revolve also carries brands like LoveShackFancy, known for its sweet, prairie-like dresses.

Lulus

The most affordable brand on the list, Lulus recently launched a bridal shop. Carrying a range of gowns and short dresses, the label makes it easy (on you and your wallet) to have two looks on your wedding day, as well as many more to wear before and after the day.

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How To Wash Your Cloth Face Mask

At this point, we’ve all gotten pretty used to wearing protective face masks. Maybe you ordered yours on Amazon before there was a run on them, or perhaps you made one at home. Some people’s masks might even be designer, with labels like Collina Strada, Jonathan Simkhai, and Alice + Olivia producing stylish alternatives to the protective gear. Heck, even Kim Kardashian West’s shapewear brand SKIMS is selling face masks these days. But while we may now be accustomed to the concept of wearing a cloth mask, one thing you may not be so familiar with is washing them, which is important. After all, your mask won’t do you — or anyone — any good if it’s covered in germs and dirt. 

To ensure that your face covering is working at maximum effectiveness, there are a few important steps to follow. Ahead, find the answers to all your questions and a detailed guide for cleaning your cloth face covering at home.

Can you wash a face mask? 

If you bought or crafted a face covering made of cloth, the answer to this question is yes. Other disposable alternatives like the KN95 and N95 masks used by healthcare and other essential workers, however, cannot be properly cleaned at home. Given that N95 masks have a built-in air filter, washing them with water can diminish their effectiveness, putting you and others at risk. If you are using fiber masks rather than cloth ones, make sure to replace them after five wears, as per the CDC’s recommendations.

How often do you need to wash a cloth face mask?

If you have chosen to wear a cloth face mask rather than a fiber one, according to the CDC, you need to wash it after every single use. Upon safely returning home, remove your mask — without touching the front of the mask, and instead, untying or unlooping it first and folding the two corners together without bringing it in contact with your nose, mouth, or eyes — and throw it into the washing machine or sink. 

Given that washing your mask after every use is recommended, and drying it completely before use is crucial to its effectiveness, you’ll likely need to buy or make more than one.

How to wash a face mask in a washing machine

The first step is to take out any removable filters you may be wearing in conjunction with your regular mask. To be safe, it’s recommended that you do so while wearing disposable gloves.

To preserve your cloth masks, specifically the elastic earloops, place your mask in a mesh bag as you would with delicates like lingerie and swimwear. This will ensure that they don’t get tangled amongst your other washables. Speaking of: Yes, you can wash your face masks with the rest of your dirty laundry.

Once inside the washing machine, add laundry detergent and set the water temperature to the highest possible heat setting. According to Carolyn Forte, the director of Good Housekeeping’s Institute Cleaning Lab, washing your cloth face masks in a washing machine with hot water is the best possible method of cleaning. 

How to wash a face mask by hand

If you’re a member of the 15% of American households who do not own a washing machine, you should wash your face mask by hand. When doing so, the first step is to create a bleach solution. Mix five tablespoons (or one-third of a cup) of household bleach per gallon of room temperature water or four teaspoons of household bleach per quart of room temperature water, per the CDC instructions. Make sure to check that your bleach is intended for disinfection and not past its expiration date before mixing. 

Once your solution is properly mixed, soak your face mask in the mixture for five minutes, and then rinse it thoroughly with cool or room temperature water.

How to dry a face mask

If you have a dryer at home, set it to the highest heat setting and keep the mask (or the mesh bag that holds it) inside of the machine until it is completely dry (with an emphasis on completely). For those washing and drying their masks by hand, lay your mask flat until it is likewise totally dry. To aid in the drying process, lay it to dry in direct sunlight, per the CDC.

According to the Chicago Tribune, you can also use a hairdryer, kept six to eight inches away from the mask.

If you’ve been re-wearing your same cloth face mask, or just want a few extras on hand in case your go-tos are dirty, we’ve got all your mask needs covered. Shop cloth face masks here and designer versions here

COVID-19 has been declared a global pandemic. Go to the CDC website for the latest information on symptoms, prevention, and other resources.

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What R29 Editors Are Wearing On Repeat In Quarantine

While we firmly believe there’s no work-from-home style during a pandemic, over the past two and a half months, we've found that there are items we've worn on repeat here at Refinery29 — and by at, we mean remotely. 

A uniform of sorts, for some it’s nightgowns disguised as maxi dresses and actual pajamas; for others, it’s trendy items like bike shorts, and continuing to rent clothes despite having nowhere to go. For us, these are the items of clothing that made us feel our best while working from home, added a sense of order to the day, and maybe got us out of a style rut on a bad day. 

Ahead, what we’ve been wearing nonstop and are buying in several colors. 

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Gabrielle Korn, Director of Fashion & Culture

I have pretty much worn only soft, loose maxi dresses since March, and this is one of my favorites. The flutter sleeves make it look like almost an outfit on Zoom, but I know the truth: it is basically a nightgown.


& Other Stories Gathered Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress, $, available at & Other Stories

Marissa Rosenblum, Senior Shopping Director


I bought this shirt from Free People while I was top-editing this story (shopping is an occupational hazard), and it's the most comfortable fashion purchase I've made this year. The double-faced gauzy 100% cotton fabric and oversized silhouette makes me feel like I'm wrapped in a luxurious Turkish towel. And as you can see from my *pro* selfie modeling, she's got pockets! I love it so much, I bought it in cream and am tempted to get one more in lilac.


We The Free We The Free Summer Daydream Buttondown, $, available at Free People

Irina Grechko, Senior Fashion & Culture Editor


I have been in love with separates from The Range ever since I've been introduced to this luxe basics brand. Especially now when all interaction is on Zoom, I have taken to wearing its tops (sometimes with no pants), that are more interesting-looking than a plain tee but still comfortable enough to wear all day. When it was cooler, I switched between the brand's ribbed scarf turtleneck and its cropped terry one. Once temperatures went up, I have been wearing this ribbed tank with buttons (that's no longer available) nonstop. Next, my eye is on a marigold style.


The Range Tied Bodysuit, $, available at Revolve

Eliza Huber, Fashion Market Writer


Unfortunately, my go-to slouchy & Other Stories trousers are now sold out (probably because I bought three pairs of them), but these nylon alternatives (next slide) are equally as perfect. I have this thing about pants that feel like pajama pants, but look like real trousers — they give off the allusion that I actually got dressed when, in reality, I could very easily have just rolled out of bed and onto a Zoom call.


& Other Stories Nylon Wide Leg Drawstring Trousers, $, available at & Other Stories

Amanda Randone, Contributing Fashion Writer


While I may never wear bike shorts for their intended purpose, I have definitely cycled them into my stay-at-home outfit lineup. This high-waisted pair has just the right amount of stretch to fit me like a hug throughout each day of Zooming, writing, and coffee-breaking. I love them when paired with an oversized t-shirt for off-duty activities, but I love them even more when styled under a boxy button-down (mine is from my favorite thrift store, AuH2O) that’ll keep the look comfy but sharp in case an unexpected video call arises.


Aerie Aerie Chill High Waisted Bike Short, $, available at American Eagle Outfitters

Connie Wang, Senior Features Writer

I have a wool allergy (even cashmere makes me break out in hives), so I've forever been on the lookout for a vegan cashmere sweat set, only made more urgent now that I'm always at home, pregnant, and desperate for comfort. And — I think I've found it. Oriane is a maternity label based in Minnesota (I actually went to high school with the founder's daughter!), and they make a two-piece pajama set that's confoundingly soft, slouchy, and slim in just the right places, and in the perfect shade of heather gray. It's also just $30 for the entire set. They're also somehow temperature regulating — alternatingly warm and cool (??? this brand is witchcraft) — which means that, no, I haven't taken them off since the package arrived at my house, even though it's been 80 degrees all week.


Oriane Rachel Pajamas, $, available at Oriane

Cait Munro, Senior Lifestyle Editor

As the weather gets warmer and sweatsuits seem less appealing, I’ve been loving comfy shorts in bold prints, like this pair from R13 via Rent the Runway. They’re cut big and long, kind of like basketball shorts, but they’re made of this really luxe velvety material. And, of course, they’re also blue zebra print, so what more is there to want? (The robe is Bernadette, obtained on deep discount from Net-a-Porter, and the sports bra is from BRANWYN — I’ve started working out a lot more during quarantine, and I’ve decided that gives me full jurisdiction to wear sports bras as shirts whenever I desire.)


R13 R13 Baggy Short, $, available at Blue & Cream

Hannah Bullion, Associate Social Media Editor

This dress is lightweight, flattering, and makes me feel like a princess trapped in a castle, and not a social media editor quarantined in Brooklyn. I bought it knowing it would be a barely there throw on dress for when it’s unbearably hot in my apartment during the NYC summer. I plan on living exclusively in “nap dresses” this summer.


Hill House Home The Ellie Nap Dress, $, available at Hill House Home

Hannah Rimm, Money Diaries Editorial Assitant


These pants are perfectly high-waisted for my curves, incredibly comfy, and stylish enough that I don't feel like I'm wearing pajamas all day. I love an Adidas pant and always buy from the men's section because it's a much better high-waist.


Adidas Originals 3 stripe pants, $, available at Adidas

Lizzy Gulino, Health + Wellness Writer

I have this oversized t-shirt/t-shirt dress in two styles and JUST bought a third one because I wear both of them so often. The material is super soft, and it works as a house shirt/dress, but can also be worn with jeans or leggings if I’m heading out for any reason and don’t want to look like a complete mess.


Urban Outfitters Def Leppard Love Bites T-Shirt Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters

Morgan Baila, Supervising Entertainment Editor


Going into month three of working from home, I have basically lived in these white OV sweatpants. I bought the full set on a whim in early spring, pre-COVID shutdown, because I thought it would be a cute all-white outfit to wear while traveling for a big trip I had planned. The trip isn't happening anymore, but this set has come in handy, specifically the sweatpants which I plan to transition into a summer and fall staple. At this point, they're perfectly worn in and I feel like a dancer in between recitals when I wear them — something I never was and never did, but still. I plan to start pairing the pants with a thin bodysuit, like this one from Richer Poorer now that it's hotter outside. I think my dog likes them, too.


Outdoor Voices Nimbus Cotton Sweatpants, $, available at Outdoor Voices

Eliza Dumais, Branded Lifestyle Editor

Even when I feel the need to *get dressed* in quarantine, it feels most practical to clothe the top half of my body with intention, and, well, never remove these shorts on the bottom. I don't have a desk so most of my work is done lying on the floor or sitting cross-legged on my fire escape, and maximum mobility makes all of the above a bit more comfortable. Plus, these shorts are so light, they feel like a more socially cognizant way of ...not wearing pants at all.


EttelLut Booty Fold Over Shorts, $, available at Amazon

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