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Say it with GREEN
Brides made
"The colour green is definitely a hot pick this season," says designer Simple Kaur from Simple's in Sector 35. Calling it a colour for the bride-to-be, she adds, "Green and shades of green have taken over the traditional wedding colours like red and maroon. However, to adequately bring out the effect on your dress or to give you that stunning look, compliment dark green with metallic shades such as gold or silver, while bright ones go well with simple jewellery too." Foot work
Colour therapy
A symbol of fertility, green was a much-preferred colour in the 15th century for wedding gowns. Even today, green M & M's (an American chocolate candy) are said to send a sexual message. Deck up
Green is often used for decorating homes. Known for its calming effect, interior designer Alka Chandoke says, "According to Vaastu, green brings about a soothing effect and good health in the household." For a new couple, shades of green can be used on walls or paintings of the same colour for some serene moments. Colour code
Green with brown or tan means organic or recycled. Purple with green can be high contrast but is a lively mix. Lime green with orange and yellow is a fresh and fruity palette. jigyasachimra@tribunemail.com Word power
We have green fingers that signify someone good with plants. n
Greenback - US dollar bill, money. n
Greener pastures - something newer or better. n
Green-eyed monster - jealousy. n
Green with envy - envious. n
Greenhorn - novice, trainee, beginner. n
Green around the gills - pale, sickly. |
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Style Check Women and clothes can never stay apart. And when it comes to a grand occasion like a wedding, how can we not talk about designer wear? In the city for an exhibition Interior and Fashion Week, designer Amit Kashyap gives us top five trends for the bridal season. Beyond tradition
Heavy embroidered lehangas are a passé. Go for dresses or lighter lehangas. Colour code
Fuchsia, light blue and black & white is the colour of the season. Just jewels
Chunky jewels are in for brides this season. Diamonds, kundan and yellow gold in contemporary designs make for a perfect pick. Pack up
Trousseau is an important part of any bride. And for today's bride, her trousseau does not include heavy embroidered pieces but lighter stuff. Indo-western wear is an important part of it. Deck it up
Mix and match of fabrics is in, so are traditional embroideries like chikankari, zardosi and tilla work. jigyasachimra@tribunemail.com |
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SING is king!
Remember the song Channa ve ghar aaja? It was such a big hit that no wedding or party was complete without the song. And the man behind it was Santokh Singh, the music director. Although he belongs to Rajasthan, it was a Punjabi album that brought him recognition. "It was my second album and was widely appreciated. My first album was with Jaspinder Narula." He has recently done a Punjabi film Mar jawaan ghur kha ke and has won a nomination for it. "It's my first Punjabi film for which I have won a nomination," he says. Santokh has also done two Hindi films Lottery and Shabaash You Can Do It. He idolizes AR Rehman, Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy. "The definition of music for every music director is the same. The only difference is how they present the idea," he says. About the nomination he says, "It's very exciting. Moreover, I had never expected it also, but I am keeping my fingers crossed."
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DTBHJ doesn't live up to the expectations, coming from ace director Madhur Bhandarkar's stable. One thing that works is a different take on women. One word that sums up the movie and audience's reaction is 'let go'. Traditional love has no scope, and 'let go' spirit rules. The first half makes one laugh. Emraan looks as hot as ever. I am not happy with the ending though, an average fare. A different take on love. Three parallel stories that are very interesting. Ajay rocks, only a seasoned actor like him can play different roles in DTBHJ and
Golmaal.
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Myriad hues of art
The exhibition by Art Scapes is an art lover's paradise. Twenty-six artists and 56 works in various mediums, there is much to pick from. If there's our very own Anand Shende's work Face-X in the conventional form, oil pastels on paper, there's also Delhi's Arunkumar HG's digital prints on archival paper. Other such contrary works are Dinesh Gaur's photographic work titled 'Munching on the Grass', MS Rawat's woodcut called 'Love Letter and Shoot Out at Lokhandwala' and Prakash Patidar's sculpture in bronze on his favourite subject, 'Birds'. Landscapes, the most preferred subject of artists, also found enough space at the exhibition. Pramod Arya's 'Mysterious Ways' is done in myriad hues of nature. Sanjay Kumar has celebrated the scenic beauty of Shimla with his two works in acrylic on canvas. He has painted two different views of Summer Hill. Surinder Mohan Dhami's photographic works titled 'Field Scape I and II' captures the fields of Punjab in black and white. The photographic work by Pooja Iranna titled 'Construction/Deconstruction' shows a building under construction, which can fall in either of the categories of the title. Mahesh Prajapati has once again produced an unusual work of art. Titled 'The prisoner', the work is made by engraving on wood and canvas. A woman is shown standing behind the bars, which justifies the title. This is also for the first time that artists from overseas have been made a part of the exhibition. Daniel Connell's much talked about works on Sikh men settled in Australia is put beautifully alongside Bhup Singh Gulia's folk art on canvas. It's titled 'Ab Ke Baras'. The rural theme has also been chosen by Deepak Verma, who has made the sculpture 'Tribal Soil in Bronze'. Bheem Malhotra's popular works titled 'Rohtaang, Layers of Time' and 'Art Scape' are a must check as well. Price on request. — Ashima Sehajpal On till January 31 at Punjab Kala Bhawan
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EYE for detail
The quaint lifestyle of the village on the highest altitude in the world, Kibber, finds place in Sarvesh Rajpathak's pictures. Nature, people and animals find a prominent place in this exhibition. "Ladakh remains popular with our lensmen," says Mohini. "I am a photography student, but not this level," shares Vikram Singh, pondering in front of a sunset frame. His friend, Pankaj Garg is ecstatic about this exhibition, "This gives me a lot more things to work on." On till Jan 30 |
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Bon Appetit
Diamonds are a girl's best friend! So advocates the ever popular James Bond! Their glitter can bring a sparkle to any woman's eyes. But to acquire that healthy shine in your hair and skin, you need almonds! I'd be silly to compare the two but I can safely advocate that almonds are everyone's best friend for good health and well-being. Here are some other, delightful ways to consume these delightful nuts! Chunky Date, coconut and almond granola
Ingredients 2 cup rolled oats ¾ cup whole almonds; halved ½ cup grated(dry) coconut ½ cashews 1/3 cup sugar ½ tsp powdered cloves 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon ¼ cup unsalted butter 2 tbsp honey 1 cup pitted dates, chopped Method Mix together the first seven ingredients in a deep, wide bowl. Heat the butter in a small pan and pour in the honey. Tip into the granola mixture and toss well. Spread out mixture on a cookie sheet or a wide, shallow tray. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. At this point, stir in the dates; and separate any clumps that may have formed. Bake further for about 15 minutes until granola is golden brown, stirring frequently. Cool and store in an airtight jar. Almond and Cheese Log
Ingredients 600-700 gm yoghurt ½ cup grated cheese(processed) ½ cup grated paneer 2 tbsp finely chopped celery 1 tbsp finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon mayonnaise Salt, pepper and mustard powder to taste A few drops Tabasco ½ cup chopped almonds Method Tie the yoghurt in a square of muslin and suspend it from a hook to obtain hung curds. You should get around 300 gm of thick solids in 5-6 hours. In a small mixer bowl beat together the hung curds and cheese. Stir in the celery, onion, mayonnaise and Tabasco. Season with salt, pepper and mustard powder. Shape the mixture into two 5-inch, sausage shaped rolls (about 1 ½ inches in thick). Chill for 8-10 hours Slice before serving with crackers, raw veggies or crisp batons of toast. Badaam Halwa
1 cup whole almonds 1-1 ¼ cup of sugar 2 tbsp of milk 3 tbsp of ghee 2 cups + ½ cup of water a few drops of orange food coloring (optional) cardamom powder (optional) Method Soak the almonds in 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil after 1-2 hours then turn off the heat and keep covered. Slip off their skins and discard. Grind the almonds finely in a blender with minimal milk. Try and obtain as fine a paste as possible. Melt the sugar with ½ cup of water Let this sugar syrup come to a rolling boil. Add the ground almond paste and stir well to avoid any lumps. Keep stirring this mixture so that it does not stick to the bottom of the pan. Add a teaspoon of the ghee at regular intervals. The ghee will immediately get incorporated in the mixture. Keep stirring and cooking till the mixture gets slightly thick. Add the food coloring (if using). The mixture will become slightly translucent and shiny. You are looking for a jam like consistency here. At this stage add the cardamom powder if you wish. Switch of the heat and let the halva cool. The halva will solidify a lot after cooling. Press into a lightly greased tray or thaali and allow it to cool before cutting into squares. You can decorate each piece with an almond half or a strip of 'varrk'. Pointers to go with this column n
Almonds are a powerhouse of nutrients. High in mono-unsaturated fats they are associated with reduced risk of heart disease. n
They are believed to lower LDL cholesterol levels and promote cardiovascular health. n
They are also rich in antioxidants and high in Vitamin E, both of which may help slow down the harmful effects of aging. Make sure you pop a fistful regularly, especially in winter. It's like having a bunch of hi fi vitamin pills, only better! |
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Green. It's the colour of life - flora, fauna, cheer, health, fertility and yes, fashion. Signifying balance, harmony and stability, green gives a soothing effect to the wearer. A fashion staple, green and shades of green like lime, olive, emerald, turquoise, hunter green, Army combat and others make for a perfect pick. And no matter the shade you choose, plain or embellished, green adds charm to a lady's look. Little wonder then, most bridal trousseaus won't let them go off their hooks.
Ladies, add a bit of splash to your wardrobe by investing in green shoes. Unlike the colours black, white, beige and red, there are varying shades of the colour green that can add oomph to your feet. "No matter what your preference for green shoes is, they are sure to add some spunk and life to various outfits in your wardrobe," says footwear designer Swati Mehrotra.
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Almonds are loaded with protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, and potassium.