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David Beckham – Rise of a Footballer

8 Dec


From an early age, David Robert Joseph Beckham wanted to be a football1 player, and not just any football player – he wanted to play for Manchester United and become a leading name in the sport. By the young age of 28, he’d become one of the most well-known names around the world, worn the coveted ‘No 7′ shirt in the most successful United squad ever, captained the England team in a World Cup tournament and signed a multi-million pound deal with another major name in football, Real Madrid. Objective well and truly achieved!

The Early Years

David was born on 2 May, 1975, in Leytonstone, London to parents Ted and Sandra, and soon the family moved to Chingford, Essex. Encouraged by his parents (his father Ted was also a United supporter), David set about earning his place in footballing history. In 1986, when he was just 11, David became skills champion for his age group at the Bobby Charlton Soccer Schools. This gave him the chance to attend a two-week trip during which he would train with FC Barcelona at the Nou Camp stadium, with the words of Bobby Charlton ringing in his ears stating that David was the best (more…)

Sonam and Rhea Kapoor

31 Jul

Sonam and Rhea Kapoor

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) One is obsessed about food, the other about fashion. One doesn’t mind showing her dirty feet and hates makeup, the other is glamorous. They are two young Bollywood sisters who seem as different as chalk from cheese, and yet, Rhea and Sonam Kapoor share not just clothes but also space.

“Sonam and I share each other’s clothes a lot. Her style is a little more glamorous. I like simpler things. But she always takes my things,” Rhea, 23, who has produced the movie “Aisha” that stars 25-year-old Sonam, told IANS.

“You know how girls always need pieces to mix and match everything. I buy only those things…jackets and plain pants. And Sonam buys ridiculous things; she obviously can’t wear a ridiculous thing and go for coffee. So she just takes my things all the time,” said Rhea.

“But thank god we don’t have the same foot size. I am 37 and she is 39. She is like giant, so she can’t take my shoes,” she added with a bout of laughter.

Unlike Sonam, Rhea likes to sit with her legs on the sofa and is not bothered about what her hair looks like. She “hates” makeup and hasn’t visited a parlour for a manicure since a year.

“I haven’t done a manicure in a year. I don’t like people touching my hands. My feet are not even pedicured…I randomly clean them,” Rhea said while raising her right foot to show her dirty feet.

“Sonam is obsessed with spas; she loves getting her nails done and stuff. She always wants me to go to a parlour with her. For her ‘Saawariya’ premiere…she told me – ‘You’re not coming to the premiere with these cuticles; they look disgusting!’ ” said Rhea.

Nevertheless, Rhea too is quite stylish. She also opts for the best of high street fashion labels and likes to mix and match them with her mother’s jewellery.

But more than fashion, it’s food that Rhea is obsessed with.

“I am obsessed about food. I constantly eat. My whole focus is always on food. I can’t wear skirts and shorts any more because my legs are so heavy. I haven’t gone to a gym in a long time. Every move of mine revolves around my next meal. I plan my whole day according to my food,” Rhea says.

However, Rhea calls Sonam a “junkie”.

“Sonam is not like me when it comes to eating. She is more of a junk addict. She eats every sort of junk…chips, chocolate, biscuits…give her a book and one packet of Hide & Seek biscuits…it will be over in seven minutes. But I am a proper foodie…I need my appetizers, soup, meal and desserts,” she reveals.

Meanwhile, Rhea has plans to take over production from her father, veteran actor Anil Kapoor.

“I am going to take over from dad. There are some interesting, really fun projects that I am working on. But obviously my whole focus is on ‘Aisha’ right now,” she says.

Rhea, who was assistant director in “Wake Up Sid”, says direction might be an option for her in future.

“I want to direct, but there’s still a lot of time for it. It is just too much responsibility to direct a project and I am too young and immature for it. All I know is after working on ‘Wake Up Sid’ and ‘Aisha’, there’s no way in hell that I want to act,” she says.

And why is that?

“When you grow up with a father who is an actor and a sister who is an actress, it’s not a faraway thing. I know the realities of being an actress. I know what it’s like to be an actor and I don’t want to do it. That’s all.

“And especially after I worked on ‘Wake Up Sid’, I found the whole process of being behind the camera very interesting. Besides, I am too much of a control freak to just say my lines and go away. Nah! No acting for me,” she concludes.

“Aisha”, based on Jane Austen’s novel “Emma”, is scheduled for an Aug 6 release.

Hair Accessories – The art of adornment

16 Feb

Hair Accessories – The art of adornment

A pretty hair accessory can pump up even the most flat looking hairstyle. There are several accessories we can choose from, starting from decorated bobby pins and till the headbands. Hair accessories add a soft and glamorous touch to the hair, radiating elegance. It is a very feminine way to create unique hairstyles out of the nothing and to spice up any look. Also, they are appropriate for any occasion, even for everyday use.
Bobby Pins
Bobby pins are the most simple hairpins, that are mostly used to hold tight the updos or just simple hair strands. Lately, these pins have been decorated, so that they can act as a jewelry. There are pins that are ornate with Swarovski crystals, flowers, or any other little pretty things that would match in hair. Brides love it to, because they can improve the hairstyle with shiny crystals or fresh flowers. The exquisite accessories are almost a must have item to any updo. And if you cross two bobby pins you can get not only a stronger hold, but a more unique accessory item.
Headbands
Headbands are great for everyday use. Wear them at school or when going out on Friday night, the headbands can change the entire look of your hairstyle. Also, they are great in styling updos. You can find colored headbands, decorated ones, criss-cross headbands or in different fabrics. But they all offer the same cute and stylish look. Brides have personalized this accessory to, by decorating it with jewelry, pearls, and luxury items to add grace to their updos. On another point of view, you can style retro looks with a simple headband.
Ponytail Accessories
Ponytails are back in fashion and they are keeping it stronger than ever. There are several ways to style a ponytail, even by mixing them with some brads or some simple hair accessories. You can use decorated ponytail holders, or pin some hair jewelry to the base of the ponytail and your hair will look classic but trendy in the same time. It is the perfect choice for the decent looks and it is perfect for any occasion.
Tiaras
We all love tiaras. And not only because of the gorgeous style they have, but because of the way they emphasize the chic features of every woman. It is considered the luxury item of the hair accessories probably because of the way they shine with elegance. Mostly, brides prefer wearing them, to make their day even more special. It is also a nice birthday gift for any girl that wants to feel special. There are several tiara shapes, and you should choose the one that suits your face shape. Pick the high shaped for the round faces and the flat ones for the long face shapes. This way, it creates a rounding or lengthening illusion. Tiara types are: headbands, double headbands, comb, bun ring, back piece and the v-band. Choose the one that matches your face shape and personality.

Eye shadows for different eye shapes

3 Feb

Eye shadows for different eye shapes


Before applying eye shadows, study your eyes very carefully so that in steps that you follow you can determine the most flattering placements for your make up. While there are endless variations on eye shapes, the following four types are the most common.

Proportioned: lid and brow area is approximately equal.

On the proportioned eye area, the lid and brow bone are balanced. Usually you have bit more brow area than lid, but the lid shows. Here you will highlight under the arch of your brow, contour the shape of the orbital bone (more…)

Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week opens March 24

29 Jan


NEW DELHI – One of Asia’s largest fashion trade events, the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW-autumn/winter edition) will be held March 24-28 at the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) Exhibition Complex here, it was announced Friday.

Hosted by the India’s apex fashion body, the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), this season of WIFW will witness the largest-ever event space spanning over 14,000 sq. meters.

FDCI will be making special arrangements to ensure that the venue is tailor-made for an event of such magnitude, it said in a statement.

An interesting rendezvous of exquisite lounges, plush salons, special on-site restaurants and exhibition caf counters will ensure all guests and participants enjoy their time at the WIFW.

In addition to the ample parking space available, a dedicated valet service will also be made available for (more…)

SuperCool Hair Designs

14 Jan

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Now that is what these people call it as Super Cool. And thats taken as Fashion as well. What do you think. Good for fashion, or just fun ??