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Bengaluru, Feb 11:  Essensai067 is set to redefine rooftop celebrations with “It’s Not A Shaadi”, a high-energy, culture-led evening marking the launch of its brand-new rooftop event venue. Taking place on 14th February, the immersive experience brings together the most loved elements of an Indian wedding – music, décor, food, fashion, and festive flair – without an actual wedding in sight.

Designed as a fresh, contemporary celebration, It’s Not A Shaadi invites guests to dress up, dance freely, indulge generously, and celebrate together – no rituals, no expectations, just pure shaadi-style joy. The event positions the Essensai067 rooftop as a lively, open-air destination built for large, experience-led gatherings that prioritise vibe over convention.

From sunset onwards, the rooftop transforms into a vibrant playground of gulabi hues, with pink florals, gajras, flowing fabric drapes, and warm ambient lighting setting the mood. Wedding-style installations receive a playful, modern twist – designed for movement, photos, and full-on celebration.

Music forms the heartbeat of the evening, with DJ Hasaan curating a DJ-led shaadi vibe set layered with high-energy Punjabi dhol moments. Guests can drop into a mehendi corner for minimal, modern motifs, accessorise with gajras, pagdis, and playful add-ons, and join the collective baraat moment where dhol beats collide with DJ drops. A paan corner, photo booths, and even a tarot reading station add to the playful spirit.

The evening is rounded out with a buffet-style food and beverage spread, featuring celebratory bites and free-flowing drinks throughout the night.

With It’s Not A Shaadi, Essensai067 introduces its rooftop as more than just a venue -it’s a destination for social, fun-loving audiences who want to celebrate together, dress up without pressure, and experience the joy of a shaadi without the obligations.

Internationally Acclaimed Fashion Curator Niti Gupta Is Back with Season Seven of Her Marque Showcase – The AFRA World Fashion Confluence

In an ever-evolving global fashion landscape, Niti Gupta continues to stand apart as a visionary curator and strategic force, shaping meaningful opportunities for designers across geographies. Her flair for spotting emerging talent, refined branding expertise and deep industry insight have distinguished her platform, The AFRA World as one of the most luxurious and holistic fashion experiences globally.

With over 27 years of experience within the fashion industry, Niti has mastered the art of identifying designers at crucial inflection points in their creative journeys, bringing them into her fold and working alongside them to elevate their brand identity. Moving beyond spotting potential, her knack for strategically moulding emerging talent for international markets is her greatest strength and her most formidable contribution to the world of fashion. Her influence goes beyond curating collections – instead, she curates brand journeys, working closely with designers on ideation, storytelling, visual identity, positioning and long-term scalability.

The AFRA World was born in response to a critical gap that Niti perceived within the fashion ecosystem: while talent is abundant, the access, direction and global visibility that this talent needs to reach their true potential remains elusive. Thus, The Afra World Fashion Confluence was conceived as far more than a runway platform; it is a 360-degree fashion incubator, an immersive accelerator where creativity meets commerce, design is supported by strategy and emerging designers are offered vital exposure to a respected luxury platform.

Over the years, The AFRA World events have evolved into multi-sensory fashion experiences. Each season is thoughtfully curated to reflect not just global trends, but local cultural nuances, ensuring relevance and resonance across markets. From high-impact runway showcases and luxurious venues to buyer interactions, retail explorations, panel discussions and knowledge-sharing forums, every element is designed to create sustained value for designers beyond the spotlight.

What sets The AFRA World apart is its emphasis on experience-led luxury. Designers are introduced to a refined platform where presentation, ambience, audience curation and storytelling come together seamlessly. These events offer a rare opportunity for designers to engage with buyers, media, stylists and fashion stakeholders in an environment that encourages dialogue, collaboration and lasting relationships.

With Dubai as its nucleus, The AFRA World mirrors the city’s role as a global melting pot of cultures, commerce, and creativity. This strategic base has enabled the platform to foster strong international ties while providing designers vital access to new markets and global audiences. Under Niti’s guidance, designers—especially those from emerging fashion markets—have successfully adapted their collections for international sensibilities while retaining their unique creative identities.

Season after season, global brands such as Iqbal Hussain, Preeti Kler, Jafer Jafry, House of Tuhina, Kokommo, Nergisse and Veera, Mina Siddique, MOH by Meera, SJON, and Lagos Shirt Factory have leveraged their debut at The AFRA World to achieve significant growth. Niti’s strategic marketing, innovative styling and visionary branding direction for debut designers have helped them to build stronger portfolios, compelling visual narratives and elevate their brand presence—laying the foundation for expansion into new markets and platforms.

Speaking about her approach, Niti Gupta shares:

“The AFRA World Fashion Confluence is designed as an ecosystem, not an event. Our 360-degree approach and experience ensure designers walk away with more than exposure—they gain insight, access and a roadmap for longevity, as well as an elevated brand identity.”

As Season 7 unfolds, Niti Gupta remains deeply committed to nurturing talent and fostering global collaborations. Her long-term vision is to build a fashion ecosystem that is creative yet strategic, luxurious yet purposeful—one that consistently empowers designers to grow, evolve and claim their place on the world stage.

Through The AFRA World Fashion Confluence, Niti Gupta continues to redefine the length and breadth of what fashion platforms can be: immersive, inclusive and truly transformational. The upcoming season of THE AFRA World Fashion Confluence is slated for September 2026.

Valentine’s Day gifts often fall into two familiar categories—perishable flowers that fade in days, or predictable chocolates and teddy bears that barely surprise. But love doesn’t thrive on clichés. It lives in comfort, care, and small moments of everyday magic.

And Valentine’s Day isn’t just about couples. It’s about celebrating everyone who matters—partners, parents, siblings, best friends, and even that cousin who never lets you leave hungry.

This season, move beyond fleeting gestures and discover gifts designed to become part of everyday love stories—practical, thoughtful, and made to last long after February 14.

Thoughtful Tech for Everyday Care

Fittr Hart X2 Smart Ring
Sleek, stylish, and intelligent, the Fittr Hart X2 Smart Ring blends modern design with advanced health tracking. From monitoring sleep and activity levels to supporting overall wellness, it’s a meaningful gift for someone whose everyday well-being truly matters.

Comfort-Filled Moments at Home

Voltas Beko Convection Microwave Oven
Perfect for cozy date nights and effortless cooking, the Voltas Beko convection microwave oven features auto-cook menus, quick heating, and efficient defrosting. From popcorn for movie nights to gourmet desserts in minutes, it makes shared moments at home easier and more enjoyable.

Timeless Jewellery, Everyday Elegance

Palmonas Gold Necklace – For Her
Minimal, contemporary, and effortlessly elegant, Palmonas gold necklaces are designed for everyday wear. Versatile enough to complement casual outfits and special occasions alike, it’s a gift she’ll reach for again and again.

Palmonas Chain Bracelet – For Him
For men who appreciate subtle sophistication, Palmonas chain bracelets offer clean lines and refined finishes. A quiet yet confident style statement that elevates everyday looks.

Practical Romance That Saves Time

Voltas Beko Dishwasher
Turn post-dinner cleanups into stress-free moments with a Voltas Beko dishwasher. With multiple wash programs, powerful spray arms, and energy-efficient performance, it takes care of the chores—so couples can focus on what really matters.

A Touch of Everyday Luxury

Dyson Hair Dryer
Combining fast drying with intelligent heat control, the Dyson hair dryer delivers salon-style results at home while reducing heat damage. Lightweight, powerful, and indulgent, it’s a Valentine’s gift that upgrades daily routines into moments of self-care.

This Valentine’s Day, choose gifts that blend romance with practicality. Because the most meaningful presents aren’t just exchanged—they’re lived with, every single day.

From flawless sets to fresh fades, Tip & Toe – pioneers in nails, lashes, brows and hair – bring HAIRMECHANIXX, redefining men’s grooming with a luxury street edge.

Feb 10: Mumbai-born premium beauty destination for nails, lashes, hair and brows, Tip & Toe Unisex Salon, introduces Hair Mechanixx at its Meherchand Market outpost, signalling the hair brand’s Delhi debut. Known for its meticulous nail, lash, hair and brow artistry, Tip & Toe’s entry into Delhi marks a strategic expansion into one of India’s most design- and experience-driven beauty markets.

Spanning 1,200 sq. ft. across three thoughtfully designed floors, the new Tip & Toe × Hair Mechanixx space brings together precision-led beauty services and focused grooming under one roof – offering a seamless, high-quality self-care experience tailored for modern, global clientele. The salon is designed to cater especially to foreign and well-travelled MBC customers who seek consistency, hygiene, and premium results without compromise.

Tip & Toe enters Delhi with a clear purpose: to address a noticeable gap in the beauty and nail salon space – the lack of premium, reliable, full-service nail, lash, and brow destinations that combine technical expertise with a refined, confidence-boosting experience. The brand’s Delhi expansion builds on its Mumbai roots, translating its signature craft-first philosophy into a new market without diluting quality or intent.

The salon houses multiple nail technician stations and premium pedicure chairs, alongside four hairstyling stations and two backwash units operated by Hair Mechanixx. By integrating Hair Mechanixx into the Tip & Toe ecosystem, the brand evolves beyond a single-service destination into a holistic beauty and grooming lifestyle space, allowing clients to complete their entire grooming journey in one place.

Hair Mechanixx functions as a focused, specialist hair and grooming studio within the salon – offering high-impact services that complement Tip & Toe’s beauty-led experience rather than overcrowding it. Together, the two brands cover both transformation and finishing, ensuring the experience remains seamless, aspirational, and efficient.

Hygiene, safety, and service consistency form a core pillar of the Tip & Toe × Hair Mechanixx philosophy. From sanitisation protocols to repeatable service systems, quality and cleanliness are designed into every touchpoint of the experience – reinforcing trust and delivering consistent results across services. Tip & Toe uses professional-grade nail lacquers and products, selected for performance, formulation quality, and long-lasting finish.

The salon’s design aesthetic is modern, intentional, and quietly confident steering clear of loud luxury or typical salon energy. Thoughtful details, intuitive layouts, and client-first comforts elevate the in-salon experience, making each visit feel personal, unrushed, and considered.

This Delhi launch reflects the brand’s larger vision: to build a new standard in beauty and grooming, one that values craft over shortcuts, experience over excess, and confidence over trends, while making premium self-care personal, accessible, and memorable.

Services at the salon are priced from ₹1,000 onwards. To celebrate the launch, Hair Mechanixx is offering a flat 50% off on all services, while clients availing any Tip & Toe service will receive a complimentary hair wash from Hair Mechanixx during the opening period.

Speaking on the expansion, Sharmila Thanki, Founder Tip & Toe said,

“Delhi was a natural next step for us. With this launch, we wanted to bring the same level of precision, hygiene and personalization that Tip & Toe is known for in Mumbai, while responding to the expectations of a more global, experience-led audience.”

Montie Thanki, Founder-Hair Mechanixx added,

“This partnership allows us to stay focused on specialist grooming while being part of a larger, lifestyle-driven beauty destination. Tip & Toe and Hair Mechanixx share a commitment to craft and consistency, which makes this collaboration seamless.”

Guwahati; Feb 9: Mega Entertainment, the region’s largest fashion and pageant event organizer, announced on Monday that the Grand Finale of the 15th edition of Gatsby Mega Mister North East 2026 will be held on February 12 at the ITA Cultural Complex in Guwahati.

Addressing the media, Abhijeet Singha, Founder and Pageant Director of Mega Entertainment, shared details of the pageant’s progress following the successful completion of auditions conducted across eight Northeastern states, both on-ground and online. 46 candidates have been selected across the weight northeastern states to compete in the Grand Finale for the three winners’ trophies.

He said, “As Gatsby Mega Mister North East enters its 15th year, the journey has been one of steady growth, discipline, and purpose. Over the years, the platform has evolved from a regional pageant into a nationally and internationally recognised gateway for male talent from the Northeast. The response across all eight states this season reflects the maturity of the platform, and the 2026 edition is shaping up to be one of our most competitive editions yet, with a strong focus on grooming, character, and global readiness.”

The press conference was also attended by Okram Nikhil Singh and Nawang Dondup, winners of Mega Mister North East 2025. Nikhil will represent India at the upcoming Mister International pageant, while Nawang will represent India at Mister Eco International pageant. Interacting with the media, they spoke about their journey as Mega Mister North East, and also highlighted the organisation’s role in grooming contestants and preparing them for the international fashion and pageant industry.

Mega Mister North East 2026 is supported by Title Sponsor Gatsby, Furniture Partner Nilkamal, Beverage Partner Coca Cola and Fashion Partner Trends.

Reiterating the pageant’s long-standing vision of “Taking India to the World Stage,” Abhijeet Singha highlighted the international success of previous titleholders. Past winners from the platform who have represented India globally include Lukanand Kshetrimayum, winner of Mega Mister North East 2019 from Manipur, who was crowned the winner at Mister International 2022 in the Philippines; Adong Jamatia, winner of Mega Mister North East 2023 from Tripura, who represented India at Mister International 2024 in the Philippines.

The pageant is produced by Mega Entertainment and marketed by Mega Activation. With the Grand Finale date now announced, the shortlisted finalists will undergo an intensive phase of grooming and mentorship leading up to the final event in Guwahati.

Jaipur, Feb 6: Luxury fashion is undergoing a powerful transformation. Where understated elegance once defined sophistication, 2026 marks a shift toward bold expression, individuality, and confident presence.

For much of the past decade, quiet luxury—characterized by clean lines, muted palettes, and restrained branding—dominated the fashion landscape. Today, consumers are increasingly dressing for self-expression rather than validation, using clothing to reflect mindset, energy, and identity. Modern luxury is no longer about blending in; it is about being unmistakably oneself.

Pleyne: Jaipur’s Bold Statement in Contemporary Luxury
Jaipur-born luxury label Pleyne is at the forefront of this evolution. Combining the city’s rich heritage and craftsmanship with a global outlook, Pleyne emphasizes statement silhouettes, confident detailing, and intentional boldness.

“Quiet luxury had its moment, but fashion is ultimately about expression,” says Chirag Sogani, Founder of Pleyne. “People today want to be seen for who they are. Their clothes should support that confidence, not suppress it.”

According to Sogani, bold fashion is not synonymous with chaos. “Loud fashion means dressing with clarity. When you are secure in your identity, your style naturally carries a presence,” he explains.

Heritage Meets Modernity
Jaipur’s artistic legacy inspires Pleyne’s philosophy, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary, global influences. “Jaipur teaches you that craftsmanship and confidence can coexist,” says Sogani. “We respect where we come from, but we design for where the world is going.”

Luxury as Empowerment
As minimalism-driven uniformity gives way to individuality, fashion is becoming a tool for personal empowerment. Statement dressing today emphasizes attitude over trends, and authenticity has become the ultimate marker of sophistication.

“The future of luxury is personal,” Sogani adds. “People are not looking for approval anymore. They are looking for authenticity, and fashion plays a powerful role in that journey.”

In 2026, luxury is no longer measured by how quietly it speaks, but by how confidently it shows up. With brands like Pleyne leading the way, the modern fashion landscape celebrates individuality as the new sophistication.

Luxury in Indian interiors is undergoing a transformative shift. No longer defined by extravagance or sheer brightness, modern luxury is now about control, mood, and experience—led by a thoughtful approach to lighting.

Layered lighting, the strategic combination of ambient, task, and accent illumination, is redefining how Indian homes are designed and experienced. This approach allows spaces to adapt seamlessly throughout the day, enhancing both functionality and ambiance.

“Today’s homeowner is far more design aware,” says Naman Jain, Founder of Lumeil. “They do not want lighting that simply fills a room. They want lighting that responds to time of day, to function, and to emotion. That ability to control the atmosphere is what defines modern luxury.”

Lighting as Architecture, Not an Add-On
Modern interiors now integrate decorative lighting into the very architecture of the home. Statement pendants, sculptural chandeliers, and refined wall fixtures are planned alongside layouts and finishes, anchoring zones over dining areas, double-height living rooms, and corridors. The result is fewer, more considered focal points supported by subtle secondary layers that enhance comfort without overwhelming the space.

Room-by-Room Adaptability
Layered lighting offers tailored solutions across the home:

• Living areas mix ambient ceiling lights, accent wall fixtures, and task lighting for reading or work.

• Bedrooms use warm wall lights, bedside pendants, and indirect illumination to promote rest.

• Transitional spaces like hallways and entrances employ light to create rhythm and anticipation.

This intentional approach reflects a larger trend toward thoughtful living, where every element in the home serves both functional and aesthetic purposes.

A Smarter, More Thoughtful Future
As Indian homes evolve, lighting will remain central to how spaces are experienced. Luxury today is not about excess; it is about clarity, restraint, and the power to create atmosphere on one’s own terms. Layered lighting offers homeowners this power, enabling them to shape their environment with subtlety and ease.

“In many ways, lighting sets the emotional foundation of a home,” adds Jain. “When it is done right, you may not notice it immediately, but you feel the difference every day.”

Feb 6: Cupid may be working overtime, but Nykaa is doing the heavy lifting this February. The much-loved Nykaa Pink Love Sale is back from 6th to 15th February, going live 11 AM onwards, and it’s bringing the biggest deals and the smallest prices of the season. With up to 60% off across makeup, skincare, haircare, fragrances, luxury beauty and tools, plus irresistible free gifts and season-stealing offers, this is beauty shopping at its most extra.

At the heart of the sale is Nykaa’s playful campaign theme, “Big Deals, Small Prices”, where discounts are so good, you’ll find yourself getting big beauty favourites at prices that feel delightfully small. The campaign film stars Brand Icon Sharvari, alongside Sheeba Chaddha, as her mom, bringing back their much-loved, laugh-out-loud mother–daughter banter. Set in a vibrant, larger-than-life beauty wonderland splashed with signature Nykaa pink, the film blends humour, heart and unbelievable prices, proving that every great beauty buy deserves a mom-approved nod.

Top Deals on Luxury Beauty

Luxury lovers are in for a serious treat. Lancôme is offering up to 20% off along with complimentary gifts and free minis, while YSL, Prada and Giorgio Armani are extending flat discounts with luxury vials on all orders. Jo Malone London is bringing luxury gifts across purchases, and Estée Lauder and Clinique are rolling out attractive offers with buy-more-save-more deals. Makeup icons like Charlotte Tilbury are offering up to 20% off on bestsellers, while NARS, MILK Makeup and M.A.C are serving up to 30% off with exciting bundle offers.

Free Gifts on Orders

Because one great product is never enough. Nykaa Cosmetics is offering up to 50% off with free gifts on qualifying orders, while Kay Beauty brings up to 35% off with complimentary surprises. Skincare favourites like Dot & Key are offering up to 30% off with free gifts, Foxtale is running up to 40% off with a free gift on orders above ₹449, and Plum is offering a minimum 20% off with free gifts worth ₹899. CeraVe adds to the excitement with free minis on all orders, The Derma Co ups the value with extra savings on multi-product buys, while haircare heroes Kérastase, Olaplex and Schwarzkopf Professional are spoiling shoppers with free gifts and minis across select orders and sale days.

Season’s Hottest Offers

From everyday staples to cult favourites, the season’s hottest deals are ready to be carted. Maybelline New York, Lakmé and L’Oréal Paris are offering discounts of up to 50% off, while Neutrogena brings up to 40% off with gift-with-purchase offers. Bath and body favourites like Bath & Body Works are serving up bestsellers starting at ₹899, and Victoria’s Secret is turning up the heat with flat 50% off on select collections. Haircare brands such as L’Oréal Professionnel, WishCare and Bare Anatomy round out the sale with attractive discounts, tiered savings and free gifts.

For beauty lovers who live for a good surprise, there’s plenty to get excited about. Nykaa will be dropping playful, limited-time flash deals throughout the sale, think up to 50% off luxe beauty when you least expect it, flat 20% off on Clinique and K-beauty favourite Beauty of Joseon, flat 25% off on NYX Professional Makeup for instant makeup bag upgrades, and a B1G1 treat on Foxtale’s skincare must-haves. These quick-drop deals won’t hang around for long, so keep an eye out, your next beauty crush might just pop up mid-scroll.

Making Valentine’s gifting effortless, Nykaa is also introducing pre-packed, Nykaa-exclusive gift boxes, thoughtfully curated and perfect for the season. Shoppers can choose between a Limited Edition Korean Beauty Box, featuring some of the most-loved K-beauty essentials, and a Self-Care Box packed with indulgent bath and body favourites. Both gift boxes will be available at special discounted prices, making them an easy, no-fuss gifting pick this Valentine’s Day.

Taking the Valentine’s celebration offline, Nykaa is introducing the Nykaa Love Post Office at Phoenix Palladium Mall, Mumbai, an immersive, post-office-inspired pop-up where visitors can pen handwritten love notes and pair them with beauty gifts for their loved ones. Starting from February 6th to 15th, the experience celebrates every kind of love and brings Nykaa’s Valentine’s thoughts to life.  Visitors to the pop-up can unlock exclusive offers such as additional savings of up to 20%, free gifts on orders above ₹3,499, and curated gift sets across value tiers ranging from ₹999 to ₹2,999.

Adding to the excitement, Nykaa Play, Nykaa’s interactive, in-app shopping destination, will be buzzing throughout the sale with daily live streams & win blockbuster giveaways, claim daily exclusive coupons via the  ‘Play & Win’ Gamezonest Shoppers can also tune in to the ‘Beauty Hotline aka Ask Nykaa Anything ’!’ liveshow segment streaming daily from 7th to 16th February, featuring top beauty creators, Nykaa army & industry experts.

In celebration of love’s most cherished gestures, Archana Aggarwal Timeless Jewellery unveils its latest collection, Seal It with Love. More than jewellery, these are tokens of profound affection, designed to gift her a dream and honour her unique grace. The collection masterfully bonds the grandeur of signature heirlooms with the intimate poetry of everyday luxury, each piece a permanent seal on a moment, a feeling, and a promise.

Crafted in luminous 18k gold and set with the fire of natural diamonds and the captivating hues of rare gemstones, the collection is a narrative of devotion. It offers the perfect language for love, from the declarative to the tender whisper.

“True love deserves a signature,” says Archana Aggarwal. “With Seal It with Love, we crafted a collection that is both a tribute and a treasure. It’s for the one who embodies grace, the dream you wish to honour, and the bond you choose to make eternal. This is the art of sealing a feeling in gold and gemstone.”

The collection takes centre stage with the Diamond Collection Bracelets, where the twilight mystery of the Celeste Blue Bracelet meets the intricate romance and the noble lines of the Eternal Royale Bracelet. For the hand, a gallery of meaning awaits: the bold declaration of the Carnage Carat Ring, the timeless continuum of the Eternal Band Ring, the intertwined destiny of the Eternal Triology Ring, and the deep violet dream of the Starlit Tanzanite Ring.

Ear adornments frame her radiance, from the festive sparkle of Gala Glow Earrings and the modern sculpture of the Lumina Arc Ear Cuff, to the refined Gleaming Chic Earrings. Close to the heart, personalisation becomes precious with the Love Language Pendants, where an initial becomes an heirloom, complemented by the sparkle of the Imperial Gleam Pendant. Delicate chains, like the Stardust Link adorned with Pink Sapphire, trace the contours of the hand with poetic intention.

The neckline is graced with pieces that tell a story: the layered conversation of the Luxe Strings Necklace, the dramatic elegance of Moonfall Elegance Necklace, and the infinite flow of The Continuum Necklace.

Saisha By Charu Arora, Valentine’s Collection for Her

Short Anarkali with Sharara
A ruby red ensemble featuring a hand-embroidered short kurta paired with a matching sharara. The outfit is delicately embellished with intricate embroidery and beadwork for a timeless, elegant look.

Peplum with Bell Bottom
This stunning red set showcases exquisite French knot and floral embroidery from the peplum to the sharara, complemented by an embroidered dupatta. A harmonious ensemble reflecting refined craftsmanship and graceful elegance

High Low Kurta and Sharara Set
An elegant high-low kurta adorned with tone-on-tone floral embroidery, paired with a matching embroidered dupatta. This ensemble exemplifies sophistication and detailed craftsmanship, perfect for a stylish statement at any occasion.