Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2017 i Cosmopolitan India

It’s our June Issue! You can tell from the cover that there’s a lot of fabulous denim-centric stories waiting for you inside—prepare to fall in love, ladies. Blue fabulosity aside, there’s one story I’d like to draw special attention to—How Women Really Feel About Ageing, on Page 96. The focus of this story is how women actually feel about getting older; in the context of today’s society. Which, let’s face it, is at an all-time high, judgment-wise. It was two loosely-related (but equally frightening) statistics I read that started this train of thought. One was a survey by Seattle Plastic Surgery, that found 90 percent of the control group said they felt pressured to look younger, of which 42 percent of the women said that they’d either already had (or…

1 “I once walked for an hour in a park with paint stuck on my butt. I didn’t realise that I sat on a freshly-painted bench there while waiting for my friend. Oh, how people must have had a field day mocking me... The worst part: my friend knew and he didn’t tell me!” —JASLEEN A., 21 2 “I met a guy on Tinder and we decided to go out on a date...where he showed up with his sister! He told me he needed a back-up plan, in case things didn’t go well. We never spoke again.” —PURVA G., 29 3 GUYS CONFESS “A FRIEND SET ME UP, THEN WANTED TO KNOW HOW THE DATE WENT. I TEXTED HER SAYING, ‘THE DATE WAS OKAY, MAYBE I’LL GO OUT WITH HER…

Lilly Singh Um, who said hot women aren’t funny? Her Vlog, mad AF music videos, and intelligent (but quippy) new book How To Be A Bawse are all just a blueprint to her unending #SexySass. Abish Matthew His variety show Son Of Abish put him in the comedy big leagues—but we love it when he collabs with his AIB BFFs for sketches even more! Aziz Ansari Um, Master of None. ’Nuff said. (PS: his book, Modern Romance: An Investigation is so droll and datingaccurate, you’ll cry). Vir Das Not only did he land his own Netflix special (Abroad Understanding), his five-minute stint on Conan proved his humour was on the qui vive for cultural nuance. Mallika Dua From her famous Insta videos to her stereotype-slamming collabs with fellow ’Tubers (yes,…

How many pairs of jeans do you own? “Right now, I have 77 pairs.” How old and worn is your favourite pair of jeans? “I have a vintage pair from 1978 or 1979, that I would’ve probably worn back then; and I’m currently living in the 1966 501 Replica. But my all-time favourite is a replica of the Levi’s Tuxedo from 1954, which we had made for Bing Crosby. Whenever I have to go to a really formal event, for which the invitation says ‘No jeans allowed’ or ‘Black-Tie’—I show up in the Levi’s Tuxedo, and I haven’t been kicked out yet.” (Laughs) What’s it like, working at Levi’s? “The vibe is very laid back—we don’t take ourselves too seriously but we take what we do very seriously. When you…

You’ve built this empire from scratch. What’s the one best decision that you’ve made, career-wise? “I think the best way to succeed is to keep moving—even if you’ve made a bad decision. You also need to have patience, and a sense of humour— that really helps! And the one thing I’ve learnt from my own experience, is that always listen to your instincts— your gut’s usually right.” You co-founded OPI with George Schaeffer. What was it like working on a beauty brand with a man? “He’s a great mentor! And we worked well as partners because we let each other do our own thing—I took care of the creative part and he handled the business aspect of the brand.” Where do you get inspiration from? “Somebody once told me that…

PERFECT A GLOW 1. START WITH SKINCARE Before you even reach for a highlighter, gently exfoliate and prep with a reflects light. lightweight moisturiser— smooth, hydrated skin reflflects 2. USE PRIMER Oquendo calls selective highlighting. A luminescent one creates the illusion of an inner glow. Have oily skin? Skip the T-zone, a technique make-up artist Vincent 3. STIPPLE YOUR FOUNDATION Use quick, dabbing motions with a sponge or flat-top brush to preserve your primer job. Also important: use a satinfinish, not matte, formula. 4. HIGHLIGHT STRATEGICALLY Look straight into a mirror, and apply the highlighter on the tops of your cheekbones, just below the outer edge of your iris, going back to your ear, says Jenny Smith, Lead Make-Up Stylist for Nars. “You don’t want to spotlight the pores near…

Merrylin Boro, Model If you love laidback silhouettes, this Koovs x Daniella Helayel Cold Shoulder Top (`2,000) is just what you need. It pairs well with, well, everything—from skirts to jeans to dungarees and even formal pants, if you’re looking at taking your look from work to play. Mehak Ghai, Blogger Prints are big this season, and what better than a chic maxi dress to inject some glamour into your #OOTN. What we love about this Koovs x Daniella Helayel Tie Waist Maxi Dress (`3,500) is that it’s a great fit for daytime (wear it for a brunch with your girls or even a shopping trip) and you can instantly glam it up by adding some heels and a leather belt into the mix for night-time. Anahita Dhondy, Chef Manager,…

It's amazing that everything today is moving towards a more natural direction—be it fashion or beauty. In fact, one the biggest hair trends this season is to sport your natural hair, and even my hairstylists have started recommending products that are natural and help nourish one's mane. —Jacqueline Fernandez Your mane glory is quite precious. And while it’s important to keep up with all the fabulous trends of the moment, you need something that can protect and replenish your hair. In 2017, we’ve clearly seen ‘going back to our roots’ taking precedence over everything that isn’t natural. Be it in fashion or beauty, everything around the world is now about going au naturel. The SS17 runways were ablaze with beautiful, floral patterns, and even our Instagram feed is flooded with…

FACEBOOK SPEND A DAY ON YOUR ‘ABOUT’ SECTION “People click on it the minute they want to see your life graph,” Neeraj says. “Make sure you specify your designation at each place you worked at. Keep it updated and clean. There’s nothing more unappealing than seeing that somebody is listed as working somewhere they used to work six years ago.” ENGAGEMENT 101 “Research shows that videos get the best engagement on Facebook, so start creating that video content ASAP,” says Priya. “Posts with tags, however, get the least amount of engagement, so avoid that like the plague.” DON’T BE A VOYEUR “Interact and contribute to conversations instead of staring at them from afar,” Ashok advises. “Engagement is key, but at no point should you cross over into being controversial and…

My BF proposed without asking my parents first. I am really traditional and can’t believe he doesn’t know me better! I told him he’d need their permission before I say yes, and it’s been awkward ever since. Did I ruin it? : Q. A: With no clear-cut norms around proposals anymore, this tradition just isn’t as common as it used to be. I mean, some women will even say they hate it! We’d cut your boyfriend some slack here—we bet he just didn’t get how much it matters to you. Since he certainly does now, he can ask your parents, belatedly, and have a successful do-over. It’s not going to ruin what you two have. In fact, this experience is good for your relationship. Even the most loving couples don’t…

Coach EDP, `A fragrance full of contrasts, this eponymous scent by Coach is inspired by the spontaneous energy and downtown style of New York City. It opens with notes of sparkling raspberry, giving way to creamy Turkish roses, before drying down to a sensual suede musk base—making it a C 5,850/90ml The Body Shop DROPS OF YOUTH Youth Fresh Emulsion Anti- Pollution SPF20,2,295 With pollution being a major cause of ageing in millennials, this ultralight (and super-powerful) daily Packed with thyme and buddleia light emulsion is your skin’s superhero. extracts, and broad spectrum UVA and UVB filters, the emulsion can double up as a daily moisturiser, or can be added to your regular day cream (if you have sensitive skin). Nykaa Mirror Chrome Nail Lacquer in Intergalactic Blue,249 If you…

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUNE 20) Stellar gifts: The gift of the gab! Funny and articulate, you have a knack for befriending just about anyone at any time. Blind spots: You tend to move super-fast, which can leave you and those around you feeling frenzied. Indulgence: A spontaneous, immersive vacation where you can explore local culture. Seduction style: You’re a total flirt who knows how to get what she wants. Charm and quick wit keep suitors lined up to see what’s behind closed doors. Your month: Get ready for 30 days of being a dynamic powerhouse. A Full Moon in Sagittarius on the 9th will bring an epic sexcapade your way. Enjoy many admirers, but be picky. Near the end of the month, there’s major momentum at work: a promotion, raise, or…

ON THE COVER ASOS— www.asos.com. Lee— Great India Place, Noida, UP. FASHION Anya Hindmarch— www.netaporter.com. Aurelle by Leshna Shah—205, Waterfield Rd., Bandra (W), Mumbai. BCBG Maxazria— DLF Emporio,Vasant Kunj,ND. Calvin Klein —Ambience Mall,Vasant Kunj,ND. Cath Kidston—Ambience Mall, Gurgaon. Carrera— www.jabong.com. Céline— www.farfetch.com. Chanel—www.net-a-porter.com. Christian Louboutin— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Charles & Keith— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, ND. Christopher Kane— www.net-a-porter.com. Coach— DLF Emporio,Vasant Kunj,ND. Dior— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Dolce & Gabbana— net-a-porter.com. Echo—echodesign.com. Eina Ahluwalia—www.einaahluwalia. Eristona— www.eristona.com. Esprit—City walk,Saket,ND. Fendi— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Forever 21— DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, ND. Flirtatious— www.flirtatious.in. Furla—Select Citywalk,Saket,New Delhi. Gucci— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. H&M— Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, ND. Hemant and Nandita— E-166,Sector 7,Noida. HUEMN— perniaspopupshop.com. IDEE— 202, Arunachal Building, Barakhamba Rd, Connaught Place,ND. Intoto— www.intoto.in. Isharya—www.isharya.com. Jil Sander—www.net-a-porter.com. Jimmy Choo— DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, ND. Judith Leiber— DLF Emporio,Vasant Kunj,ND. Kate Spade— DLF Emporio,Vasant…

How cute are these denim scallop-hem shorts by H&M,1,999? They’d do for both a beachy day and a fun night-out. The right pair of sunnies is an absolute summer essential. Square-frame glittered acetate sunglasses by Gucci29,952 approx. I love this ripped denim mini skirt with Japanese details by Zara,2,790, because it adds a little something extra to a classic skirt. Denim sneakers, like these fun ones by Fizzy Goblet,2,750, are a fresh take on doing the trend in a non-jeans-or-jackets way. This Crystal Wishes Black- Moon Pendant by Swarovski,7,690, is great because it’s pretty, and subtle. Always a good combination.…

SHEER BRILLIANCE Both the catwalks and the streets are awash with sheer, floaty dresses for summer. From punky mesh to dark gothic lace and ballerina tulle, there’s one for every personality. Not into pink floral frills like actor Tiffany Hsu? Opt for a sporty, straight-cut mesh style to avoid a sugar overdose. BLUE THINGS UP When it comes to the trusty blues, a slightly loose fit that’s cropped a couple of inches or so above the ankle is the most ‘now’ shape. Our advice: incorporate wherever possible. Unless, of course, you need to counteract the volume of a particularly frothy dress, in which case, you have our permission to dig out your skinnies. THE DOS AND DON’TS The sheer trend is a tricky one to pull off. If not done…

BOOK I CALL MYSELF A FEMINIST Edited by Victoria Pepe, Rachel Holmes, Amy Annette, Alice Stride, and Martha Mosse FEAR OF DYING Erica Jong HOW TO BE A GRRRL! BY LUCY VAN PELT Charles M Schulz WHY NOT ME? Mindy Kaling WHY EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT IT If you started Germaine Greer’s The Female Eunuch, but gave up on page 13, then perhaps this is for you. For the first time, 25 of the best young voices in fourthwave feminism are all in one place. And guess what? It doesn’t read like a women’s-studies textbook. Result. So you’ve heard the ’70s feminist term ‘zipless f*ck’, yes? Erica Jong invented it in her 1973 novel Fear Of Flying. She’s one of the founding mothers of second-wave feminism; who doesn’t want to…

POOJA MUNDHRA, 23 “Dungarees, IMHO, will never go out of style—I love this distresseddenim update, it makes it even grungier, and I absolutely love that.” MALVIKA GUPTA, 26 “What I like about denim shirts is how they’re cool, but staid—so you can really mix one up with rest of the outfit. Cue metallic green skirt!” APURVA LAMA, 27 “I like to think I’m mixing three types of aesthetics here—feminine (the blush-pink top), sports luxe (the track pants) and garage-grunge (the patchwork denim jacket).” SONAM BABANI, 25 “My vibe is generally a little risqué— hence, the beyond distressed jeans and the coldshoulder crop top. Perfect for summer, though, right?” TANUMITA GHOSH, 25 “You don’t see denim in bustier form nearly as much as you should—all I need is a maxi skirt…

A Lit-From- Within Glow NGREDI ENTS: essential fatty acids The quickest way to glowy skin: moisture! Hydrated skin reflects more light. So counteract all that moisture-sucking indoor heat and dry outdoor air by upping your intake of both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Salmon and flaxseeds are rich in omega-3, and walnuts and chicken are full of omega-6. Eat up to get that glow. WHAT’S SUPP? Spike your am smoothie with a pinch of Moon Juice Beauty Dust, (`2,570 approx at amazon.com)—it contains pearl powder, thought to boost skin radiance—or drink a bottle of Sakara Beauty Water, (`1,540 approx for four at amazon.com) infused with anti- inflammatory rose water. Smoother Skin I NGREDI ENTS: Vitamin C and E One of the main things standing between you and a line-free face…

Esther Perel is a sex and relationship therapist, the bestselling author of Mating In Captivity, and a consultant for the hit series The Affair. Her TED talks on desire and infidelity have been viewed more than 16 million times. Alot of couples tend to think that transparency is the golden rule—that each partner should know all of the other’s feelings and thoughts, from his or her opinion of your new highlights, to your take on your SO’s new phone. But sharing absolutely every part of your life can be problematic. It robs your bond of an exciting curiosity factor. This may be why some other cultures (like the French) take the opposite extreme. Many couples in Paris believe withholding most personal info keeps things intriguing. That may work to ignite…

MALINI RAMANI Designer, 47 “I don’t think it’s any kind of secret that men and women have always been treated differently—and ageing is Exhibit A. Society has a very warped version of what ageing should be like for both—and it’s a trap! Men get more handsome as they age, but women become wiser. We become high priestesses! In all seriousness, though, ageing brings more pressure for women than it does for men. Reproductively, there’s the whole ‘time is ticking’ factor. Then there’s the big, physical part—men with salt and pepper hair are called ‘distinguished’, women are mistaken for being older than they are, and not favourably. But of course, we all want to look good regardless. And I don’t think there’s anything wrong with trying to do that—whether it’s something…

*EVEN IF YOU DON’T WANT TO CUT A SINGLE STRAND! STYLE CHANGE Step Away From the Scissors... Considering a statement hair change? Read this before you go chop. 1KNOW YOUR TEXTURE Want Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s tresses? Know what your hair type is first. Strong hair can cope with sexy layering, but “if you have fine hair, you want the weight of the hair to work with you, so minimal layers is best,” advises Jonathan Colombini, Kendall and Kylie Jenner’s hairstylist. Got curly hair? Be wary of crops like Scarlett Johansson’s, “This won’t work for you,” says hairstylist Barney Martin. 2 KNOW YOUR FACE SHAPE (OR ASK) A drastic chop can be an amazing feeling. Not so amazing? Walking out with major regrets and a pixie cut you hadn’t planned. “Look at…

ONE-LEGGED JEANS When you see a trend this utterly ludicrous doing the rounds, you know it’s Coachella’s fault. Actor Ryan Destiny wore this to make a statement—and instead just made material for a lot of ‘when you don’t know if it’s hot or cold outside’ memes... THE WAX GLAZE A micro trend we wish had been bigger, this glossy denim treatment found the spotlight in a JPG-Levi’s collab earlier this season. Essentially denim coated with beeswax to create that gorgeous glaze, Saint Laurent, Pull & Bear, and ASOS all copped on and cashed in too. STAGGERED HEMLINES The uneven, haphazard hem is big on everything right now—from the news-making Irish linen handkerchief dress at JW Anderson, to the whimsical sheer-solid panelling at Louis Vuitton. The best thing about the denim…

Original Vintage ANUSHKA MANCHANDA, MUSICIAN Inspired by the quintessential industrial blue-collar fit, these babies are worn, weathered and wicked hot—not to mention built for comfort with breathing space at the thighs and calves. These are best styled a little ska—channel Gwen Stefani in Hollaback Girl. Mesh and sneakers are both a big ‘yes’, but please work in some colour, because these can look a little washed-out with neutral tones. Boot Cut ANTARA MOTIWALA, STYLIST If there was ever a made-for-the-corporate-world pair of jeans... Antithetically, they were first created in the 1800s for cowboys, to accommodate their work boots. Bear in mind, they aren’t as forgiving as some of the other silhouettes, though—structured mostly for tall women on the skinnier side (if you don’t have an *ss, now you will). For…

STYLE’S NEW MEAT English designer Paul Surridge has been appointed the new Creative Director at Roberto Cavalli. Surridge actually has an impressive past at Burberry, Jil Sanders, and Z Zegna. He is testament to how more fashion houses are promoting under-the-radar talent over hiring ‘celebrity’ designers. TO THE ‘T’ T-bar sunnies are so back (and so sexy) they’re giving JT all the feels. Frames are your oyster—though take your face-shape into account. Square faces pair best with round T-bars, heart-shaped faces with aviators, and wider-apart lenses look great on an oval face. Are you ready to tee up? A GOOD RHESON What happens when you combine both the forces and first names of the Kapoor sister double-act? Indeed, one very on-point, highstreet-priced brand called Rheson. An amalgam of Rhea and…

A little while ago, Jackie (hey, it’s what she prefers) made an important statement on television for women all over the world that battle boilerplate labels on the daily. “People tend to assume that if you’re happy all the time, you’re a bimbette. It’s actually really hard to stay positive in today’s world, so while it should be looked as something fantastic, it’s used against you.” It was perhaps that moment that brought our reckless judgment of Jacqueline Fernandez to a grinding halt. True, the girl is vibrance in hot-girl form, but both facets of her personality have often worked against her— of her own admission. “I was almost invariably cast as arm candy—they were called ‘prettygirl’ roles. My job was essentially to stand there and ‘bring glamour to the…

Surprise Him With a Just ’Coz Gift “My girlfriend randomly gifted me a bracelet that said, ‘F*ck I love you’. I think she saw that I wasn’t wearing my old leather bracelet, because I got this less than a week later. It showed she was thinking about me, and I was touched,” says Jahaan P., 27. Wrap Your Arms Around Him Embracing in a hug may actually do more for him than for you. According to a study published in the journal Archives of Sexual Behavior, cuddling is associated with higher levels of relationship satisfaction for men, but doesn’t change it for women. “Even so, you both may score neurobiological benefits from a snuggle,” says Brittany Jakubiak, coauthor of a study on affectionate touch in relationships. Most types of touch…

THE SASSY GIRL You walk into a room, and everyone stops to look. That’s your vibe—just effortlessly gorgeous. The International Collection for Women by Jockey works, because it’s all about looking good—and feeling like silk. You deserve something as smooth as you are. THE COOL GIRL You’re just too cool for school. You believe in a chilled, relaxed and easy-going lifestyle—and Lace Essentials from Jockey so ties in with that! Classic, minimalist and comfy—that’s you in a nutshell. THE CHIC GIRL To you, looking good knows no compromise. Everything has to be perfect. Enter Jockey Shapewear. It contours your body and gives it the perfect shape—without squeezing you or making you uncomfortable. When you’re big on perfection, everything matters! Including how you feel in what you wear. THE FLIRTY GIRL…