Essay competition on copying menace
Our Correspondent

Bhiwani, December 9
The Board of School Education, Haryana, is organising an essay competition on the menace of copying as part of its campaign to eradicate it from society. Disclosing this, the board spokesperson said the competition was being organised under two categories, one for teachers of schools in the state affiliated to the board on the topic of “Shikshak Ka Elan, Nakal Par Puran Viram” and the second for the public on the topic of “Nakal Bachon Mein Vikas Ki Nahin, Kunthaon Ki Janani Hai”.

Employees of the board would not be eligible to participate in this competition.

The spokesperson further said the language of the essay competition would be Hindi and the word limit was 5,000. The last date for accepting the entries was December 22. These were to be sent to the Director (Academic), Board of School Education, Haryana, Bhiwani.

The spokesperson said the winners of the competition would be given cash prizes separately in both the categories. He said the first prize would be of Rs 10,000, the second prize of Rs 7,500 and the third prize of Rs 5,000, respectively. 

CULTURE

GLITZ&GLAMOUR
Bizarre: In sync with your soul
Smriti Kak

For the Winter 2003, Bizarre has fused, “the formality of eveningwear with the practical chic of denim”. The collection claims Bizarre is, “very warm, alive and dazzling”. Talking about the collection, Puja Mehra Gupta, design head and brain behind Bizarre, says: “This season the collection is eclectic. Day lends into night. Bright fuses with the subtle to create a look of total harmony. It is in sync with your soul. And flashing the brilliance of your real persona”.

Bizarre has experimented with true blue denims, bringing in surface sheens, textures, sequined motifs, tassels and other elements to turn a simple pair of blue jeans into a true blue fashion statement. The design team offers that the collection is for those who are “not slaves of fashion. And, be it a classic, chic or sensual statement, the eclectic range by Bizarre offers something for every mood.”

They point out: “There are two stories that run through the collection. One of studied casualness. And the other that spells out the romance in formal dressing”. In the casual collection, there are shirts in stretch and linen, impeccably tailored jackets that lend formality to chic linen shirts and jersey tops. Trousers too follow a host of styles, asymmetrical Skirts, Boot-legged casuals, Sporty Capris, fitted cigarette pants, besides a wide range of formal nine to five feel pants: Single pleated, cigarette styled and off course the second skin fitted ones in soft leather.

Jersey tops and long fish cut denim skirts cater to casual morning look. Nautical stripes, broad and thin, multi-coloured checks blend with bold prints, as fabrics get pleated and pin-tucked to create a feel of formality. The colour palette used this season has been extensive.

Pepe Jeans London has this to say about their winter collection, “The exquisite winter wear collection reconfirms that temptation is not always sin and one can give into cravings, when variety is unlimited and spirits are high.”

The makers go on to add that they are offering the “latest, chic and stylish merchandise” for the “fashion conscious this season”. If you are wondering what makes the “collection”, it is pullovers, reversible jackets, flat knits, turtlenecks and denim jackets.

The colour palette is vibrant with wine, olive, charcoal, indigo blue and ecru.

A textile treasure trove from Bhopal

A blend of two equally evolved craft forms, the finest of weave techniques from Madhya Pradesh blended and block printing is what Aarohi, a textile treasure trove from Bhopal is all about. Brainchild of two textile designer sisters - Ranjana and Namrita Singh, Aaroshi will be in the Capital in the form of an exhibition featuring limited edition of block printed Maheshwaris and Tussars.

The collection will be on at Dastakar Exhibition Hall, Shahpur Jat, on December 12 and 13. Delving deep into the rich Indian textile story, the designers have employed the creative resources of a few master weavers to weave the finest of Maheshwaris, Chanderis and Tussars in an innovative palette.

Having found patrons in stores like Nalli, Mrignayni and Hast-shilpi, Ranjana and Namrata through their exhibition, are taking their craft further to create 200 limited edition pieces.

Says Ranjana, “Madhya Pradesh has so many master weavers whose families thrived under the tutelage of the Holkars and Scindias. We have selected the best of the talents to not just weave but also block prints.”

Namrata on her part adds, “What we have created are contemporary designs for the modern working woman. Underplayed and classic”. Apart from casual block printed textiles, there are also formal, evening saris and textiles.

A melange of classic and contemporary

Shantanu and Nikhil’s range of Urban wear Winter 2003 for women has been inspired by the evergreen Kantha technique. The collection is a blend of the classic with contemporary.

The Winter 2003 collection has range of jackets, kurtis, skirts teamed with lycra knit churidars. The range exhibits unique western silhouettes and modern styling keeping the designer duo’s wearability aspect in the collection intact.

The collection available at Oogan has natural coloured fabrics. Equally fascinating, is the fine eyed intricate detailing on the garments with special emphasis on aspects, like pockets suggesting the use of western styling techniques in the collection.

A beaming Perizzad Zorabian at the inauguration function of Inter Gold.

Zorabian opens jewellery showroom

Leading lady in Jogger’s Park Perizzad Zorabian came to the city to inaugurate the Inter Gold showroom along with the Director of Rosy Blue India, Russell Mehta.

The jewellery exhibited at the showroom includes daily wear pieces, bridal sets and even spiritual jewellery. The designs have been crafted to go along both western as well as traditional wear. One can choose from platinum and diamond collection or the traditional heavy sets.