For the local beauty industry, the most critical (and lucrative) aspect of their business are brides. Ask any make-up artist and she will tell you that this is where they make their money and even more crucially, this is what makes or breaks their salon’s image in the market. A new contender in the vast market of salons is Asmaa Mumtaz’s venture The Dresser. Whether it be fashion shoots or styling retail brands or catering to personal ‘pimpin’ packages of one-to-one sessions forcreating the perfect look for her clients, Mumtaz …

Scientists announced that for a successful marriage, a bride should be five years younger than her groom, should come from the same cultural background, and be the more intelligent of the pair if couples are to have a successful marriage.
The report published in The Telegraph talks about a team from the Geneva School of Business that found that this formula. The study shows that, if adhered to, the formula would increase a couple’s chances of a long and happy marriage by 20%.
The academic study, …

At The House of Ensemble, exhibiting his bridal collection titled Fahad Hussayn’s Trousseau, on the evening of May 27, the young designer once again brought in ‘a contemporary element in the fashion world’.
His was an entire collection, a tribute to the Rajput Princess Mirabai who comes from Ratan Singh’s family. “She was a mystical figure, a singer, who was not greatly loved by her family, for [taking up] singing.”
But this inspiration is not new to him for, earlier on, he has done collection on Noor Bai, a singer belonging …

How to provide advanced style tips and make up tips for the bride to be, so she may look her best on her special day.
Every girls wedding day is the most special day of her life, and every girl has the right to look her best on her day. In order to do so, she must be provided with some advanced style tips, from the professionals. Hot style tips and secrets of the professional make-up artists and beauticians can make any bride shine on her special day. Let’s start with some …

Nail art is a very unique and interesting way to accessories your look and add glam to your personality. Healthy and fine nails are not only significance of your good health but also can be used as a fashion statement. You can paint your nails in any way you like depending on your outfit or your personal mood. Well trimmed and fine long nails are best for nail art. You can start with nail art at home by using a nail art kit which includes a thin nail brush and …

As the wedding season kicks into high gear, women are flocking to their tailors, designers and shoe stores to get their ensemble in order. The bag, plays as pivotal a role in making or breaking your look. But buying the right clutch can be a difficult process and it comes with a set of dilemmas. How many items should one carry that can fit into an envelope-sized clutch? What is the right color to choose? Should a clutch match or contrast?
The Express Tribune talked to designers and make-up artists for …

Getting married isn’t easy especially when the bride has to buy clothes, jewelry and shoes for every occasion. Mehndi marks the beginning of a wedding function when hands and feet of the bride are decorated with henna and mehndi dress plays an important role.
Time is running by and there is so much to do. Mehndi marks the beginning of a joy, participation and happiness for the bride and the groom. During such times things have to be perfect starting from Henna to a dress which sets the trend for upcoming …

Well, the news from the fashion industry is that Style 360 in collaboration with J&S is staging Pakistan`s first Bridal Couture Week. The aim of this exercise is to bring talent together under one roof to showcase the latest and upcoming trends and provide people a platform to exhibit their creations and connect with the public.
The bridal week will run from November 26 to 28 and the three-day activity will include an exhibition and a fashion show. This fashion gala at the Expo Center will feature 18 fashion shows …

Every bride dreams of looking her best on her wedding day. For months before the wedding, she will spend large amounts of money trying to get the right shape and make her skin look perfect. Wedding dresses are usually made on order and all accessories hand picked to match. The bride has to look like she has never before and most brides would go to any length to ensure the same.
However, very often, in all the planning, one thing that is overlooked is the …

As a young girl, just like every other future bride, I dreamed extensively about my wedding. In my head I was a beautiful bride. I was stylish, stunning, smart, and slim. Everything was just so. The luster of my skin served to help radiate my joy and revel in the elegance of the moment.
Truly, every bride dreams of being gorgeous on her wedding day. She wants that healthy glow that comes as much from the beauty of her body as it does from her thrill over the big gala of her …