Schoolgirls take to self-defence
Tribune News Service

New Delhi, November 26
A 21-day self-defence technique workshop for girl students, which was conducted by the West district police in association with the Forum for Social Justice, came to an end on November 25 with the schoolgirls displaying spectacular performance after the completion of the training.

The workshop was conducted for girl students of Senior Secondary Girls School in Subhash Nagar. They were imparted training in breaking burning bricks with their bare hands apart from other self-defence techniques to handle eve-teasing and physical violation.

A total number of 35 girl students from 9th to 12th standard completed the training. They were given away certificates by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (West), Mr Dependra Pathak.

The girls said that after completing the training they felt more confident in dealing with miscreants on the road. The girls were also given awareness on legal aspects. There was also an interaction session where the girl students had discussion with the police officers and others on how best they could handle situations when they were unsafe. A number of girls also came forward to enrol themselves for the next self-defence workshop.

GLITZ & GLAMOUR
Six yards of sheer grace
Smriti Kak

A flash of gold zari and a carousel of colour! Saris have long been accepted as one of the most elegant outfits designed ever. It is only an outfit but an ornament, leading both grace and glamour to the wearer. Significantly, the saree epitomises the continuity of an age-old tradition. Whether it is the brocade extravaganza or blithe chiffon, saris are a statement of style.

Presenting Saya, Heena, Ziva, for the contemporary women and Hast-Kanji, Utsav, Mandira, for the ones with traditional leanings, Deepam Silk International has come out with a collection of crafted saris.

“We have tried to present the best to the beautiful women of our country who believe in tasteful things of life complete with class and elegance,” says M. Chandrashekar, Managing Director, Deepam Silk International.

The Capital played host to the unveiling of the saris recently. “At Deepam the constant endeavour has been to create sheer magic out of pure silks; to appeal to the senses of the Indian beauty, through exclusivity in our creations. Through these nine collections, we have tried to capture the very essence of a woman.”

‘Dreams in Silk’ from Deepam includes the all time favourite Kanjeevarams with hand weaving; the elegant zari and sequinned work on georgette, crepes and chiffon visible in vibrant colours for that universal appeal. Intricate hand-woven embroidery, Swarovski-studded crystals and real gold thread work on pure silk saris completes this new collection from Deepam Silks.

Trendy warm wraps

Pashmina whether as the traditional shawl or worn as the contemporary wrap is the hottest accessory for the chilly winter months. Le Pashmina, makers of the contemporary wraps, showcased for the Delhiites a winter collection.

The evening began with an audio-visual show interspersed with fashion sequences in the historical backdrop of the Qutub Minar. Six fashion-forward looks were showcased by eight of the country’s leading models including Laxmi Rana, Udita Goswami and Roxanne Smith.

The range covers a wide spectrum of looks - from exquisite cashmere shawls to the trendy silk hand paints and leather accessories. ‘Knits’, the category has shawls in the form of cashmere knits in basic styles. Light in weight, there are sweaters that allow the skin to breathe.

The ‘Wrap & Weft’ collection features a wide array of weaves, from the evergreen herringbone to our lightweight breeze stripe. These shawls are eye-catching and comfortable besides being functional, warm and stylish.

‘Hand paints’ has beautiful silks, soft drapes and a lively interplay of colours. From watercolour feel in pastel shades to brighter hues in floral motifs the range brings forth the energy and vitality of the youth.

‘Leather’ may not be a favourite with the animal lovers, but the collection is all about making a statement. Trendy styling details underline the combination of cashmere with leather. The collection features cutwork on leather scarves, long leather fringes and tonal embroideries on leather stoles, bags and belts. Bright colours and use of Swarovski crystals further accentuate the trendy look of the range.

‘Embroideries and Jamevars’ is a collection that brings forth a blend of the traditional Indian embroidery and weaving techniques and contemporary designs.

The finest of cashmere shawls with the finest of Kashmiri threadwork makes ‘Kashir’. Every piece here is unique in itself and a perfect example of understated elegance. The weaves, motifs and embroidery techniques have been brought together after extensive research.

Pret–a– porter by Bizarre

This is the fusion of the formal eveningwear with the practical chic of denim. We are talking about the Winter Of 2002 collection presented by Bizarre.

Bizarre has experimented with true blue denims, bringing in surface sheen’s, textures, sequinned motifs, tassels and other elements to turn a simple pair of blue jeans into a fashion statement.

There are two themes that have been presented, studied casualness and formal dressing. In the casual collection there are shirts in stretch and linen, tailored jackets that lend formality to chic linen shirts and jersey tops. Trousers too follow a host of styles: Boot-legged casuals, Sporty Capris, fitted cigarette pants, besides a wide range of formal nine to five feel pants.

Jersey tops and long fish cut denim skirts cater to casual morning look. Shirts with black leaf embroidery, red-beaded stretch crop pants, sheer chiffon dresses long and short are also on display. The evening look is has nautical stripes, broad and thin, multi-coloured checks blend with bold prints.

Simply Red

Red is the colour chosen for the winter by Pepe. The ‘Simply Red’ is a collection that has been launched in India after it created a stir in the European markets. The colour trims, the palette with impressive interplay of global designs, comfort and quality for individualistic youth. Neat cuts and sporty looks have been included for a fashion flourish.

Hair style for ‘you’

Offering to colour your hair, Schwarzkopf, has opened a new showroom, ‘You’ in the Capital. The salon offers expertise in hair care through its trained professionals.

On offer is a choice of 86 shades to colour your mane, treatment for hair loss, dandruff and stressed hair, latest technology in body art and tattoos, Arabic henna and the latest in skin care.

Latest winter wear

Westside has put on display their latest winter wear. For men the focus is on acro wool garments, pull overs and polo necks.

For women there are zip up jackets and garments in Boucle yarn, a textured yarn for a luxurious look. The store has put up a section for the kids.

Groom couture

For the wedding season Diwan Saheb has unveiled its latest collection. The cut, design and embroidery have been meticulously worked on.

There is a collection of kurtas, short jackets, long jackets, jodhpuris, three piece suits and dhoti kurtas. Sherwanis with special embroidery are also available.