ART BY VARMA

Funky jeans for men

2008-12-12T01:09:00.000-08:00

Men spend a large sum of money on jeans, and of course jeans make guys look like stylish, trendy and lively. Skinny, boot cut, designer or simply supermarket own, jeans have clearly got the fashion market sown up, as they continue to enjoy unbridled sales success. Latest research from 'Mintel' shows that, a staggering three pairs of jeans will be sold every second of every day in Britain alone. Jeans have clearly come a long way since their work-wear roots and are now a well established wardrobe staple. You can dress them up or dress them down. You can buy them with embellishments, or stick with the traditional five-pocket indigo variety. There are varieties of jeans available on shops. But knowing the latest trends will help you to own the up-to-date styles and designs
One of the biggest trends in jeans at the moment is raw denim, referring to jeans that have not ever been treated or washed with chemicals. While at first they are stiff and almost feel like a corset for your legs, they will over time both expand and conform to your body, becoming unique to your shape.
Bootlegs and boot-cuts are the most favourite jeans of men. They are simple, classy and stylish. These kinds are not super low waist. Regular zip fly always looks better than button-fly. These are straight legged from the thigh, all the way down to the hem. The bootleg cut is the best style available for men. Jeans that reach the floor have a much more pleasant appearance than those that don't. Boot-cut jeans may look like they've been made for the boots.

Next comes another best loved model, the loose fit, which is also known as gap jeans. They're simple, classic, and they look very good on men and women both. They cost is about 1/3 the price of the average designer jeans, and they look 300% better, in most cases. Importantly, these "loose fit" jeans are not baggy.

Cooper jeans is known for the colour and especially for the tapered ankles. They are too tight in the knee. Another latest trend is slimmy jeans. These are not sexy jeans. Slimmy jeans are fit and also give a classic look to you.

Lightweight denim is another latest trend in jeans. The jeans often comes with skinny legs that scrunch up. There are bell legs pair with aqua washes and slubbing to give jeans that lived-in look. Light weight denim is a jeans that has multi-directional weaves that give off an air of sophistication, while detailed back pockets on any pair of jeans brings attention to the wearer.

Vintage is also hot this season, and pairing vintage jeans with vintage boots is a show-stopper. There are so many different finishes available in today's market. Trouser-style jeans are also on the scene. This is a nice change of pace from the normal jean style. They have more of a classic cut like trousers. Slightly tailored, with a fuller leg and side slit pockets, this is the perfect candidate for a go-to-work jeans.

Jeans are the ultimate fashion success story. Today, we not only wear jeans lounging in front of the TV, but we are also happy to wear them for a night out on the town or for a day at the office.

Macho no more

2008-12-10T10:08:00.000-08:00

If there is something that has grown at an amazing rate in all the major cities of the world, it is men's beauty parlours and men's fashions. It is no longer surprising to walk into a salon and see a man sitting with a facepack or having his nails tended to. It is no longer strange to hear a group of men passionately discussing clothing and shopping with the same kind of fervour as they discuss cricket and football.

Are we talking effeminate here? Are we talking 'gay'? No! The modern urban man loves Armani as much as he loves his sports. The macho man of yesteryears has bitten the dust; he's been replaced by something just as tough inside, but softer at the edges. He goes to beauty parlours, spends hours deciding on a haircut but he is not gay!

Men are taking a greater interest in their appearance. They go to hairdressers rather than barbers; avoid using soap because it's too harsh on their skin; visit the gym instead of playing sport and even have difficulty deciding what to wear.

They're occupying their time differently - not only spending more of it in front of the mirror, but also at boutiques and going to beauty salons. Cosmetic brands are happy with this trend as more and more men are becoming conscious of skin and hair.

The advertisers too are cashing in on this new avatar of the urban male - they too are dropping the macho element from products that target men. Men are shown increasingly as family oriented who recite stories to their children on phone in the middle of important meetings or who wash clothes and cook up a dinner for their wives.

Gone are the tough male images, even from beer and car ads. Another new trend - Men's fashion chains are growing. Men's boutiques have become as popular as women's. Magazines are increasing their coverage of men's fashion.

Twenty years ago, male fashion, skin care and vanity in general, were identified with gay men. Now sexuality, it seems, is irrelevant. In fact, British newspapers have even found a new word for the softer man: the "metrosexual".

The workplace itself has changed for many men, too. As the proportion of white-collar workers grows, so does the need to look good. To compete in today's work environment, you must dress well, have your haircut neatly and take care of your body.

So, women, make way for the new trend - "Vanity - thy name is man"

Facial trends for men

2008-12-06T10:17:00.000-08:00

It's now become a trend for men to use facial hair as a fashion accessory. And one has to admit they do it pretty well.

And what is encouraging is the number of ways they find to wear and style their facial hair. Let's take a look at the more popular fashions.
The regular beard: This style flatters many men. But they shouldn't make the mistake of thinking it's a way to avoid daily maintenance of facial hair. There's nothing more ugly than an unkempt beard. Even a full beard needs to be neatly trimmed and combed. A beard tends to attract food particles-it needs to be tended after every meal and kept meticulously clean.

The stubble: A la George Clooney - a stubble can give a guy a devastating look if he wears it well. This style either suits him or makes him look disreputable. A guy should never hold on to a stubble if it doesn't suit him. It'll end up driving away the girls.

For those for whom it works well, the way to maintain a stubble is to shave about twice or thrice a week depending on how thick the stubble gets.

Goatee: The high maintenance look. Goatees need to be neatly trimmed and well shaped. Untended goatees tend to waggle and look terribly unsophisticated and gauche. Be careful not to wear it over-long.

Side burns: Suits a few guys as long as they don't make the mistake of wearing them long and wide. The Victorian sideburn hasn't been considered fashionable for a long time now.

Moustache: While the moustache is frowned upon in the Western world, there is no doubt about the fact that it flatters very many Indian men. Neither Hitler nor Hercule Poirot are considered to have enviable moustaches. A medium sized one with a slight droop at the corners is fashionable now.

There are plenty of styles for men to choose from. The trick is to find the one that suits them well and enhances their looks.

Art of body piercing

2008-12-02T22:15:00.000-08:00

Body piercing is an art of puncturing a part of human body,creating an opening in which jewellery may be worn.People reflects their culture by this art. It is in practise from ancient times.Evidence shows that there were mummified bodies with body piercings.Ear piercing of either or both the ears were in practise among men in non western cultures.Generally attitude of people towards piercing varies. Some has an outlook of piercing as modern fashion, whereas some choose it as a form of sexual expression. In India, nostril piercing is the most common among women.
PIERCING METHOD:Hollow medical needles are used to pierce the body part in United States.While the needle is still in the body,the jewellary to be worn is pushed through the opening following the back of the needle.Another method by which the body part get pierced is by using piercing gun. Piercing gun generally possess a blunt edge needle.When this needle is made to hit the body part,it simply removes a small part of flesh.The needle to be used for fresh piercing should be made up of either stainless steel or titanium.
HEALING:After the body part get pierced, it needs proper care to avoid infection. For complete cure, it generally takes around 3 to 4 weeks.In case of genital or oral piercing ,avoid any kind of sexual activity.

Art by varman-I'l whip ur head boy

2008-11-28T08:38:00.000-08:00

copyrights owned by varman..........
My pc-paint work.commentz?!

Art by varman-I m from t hood

2008-11-25T08:58:00.000-08:00

copyrights owned by varman....
My pc-paint work.commentz?!

Art by varman-Husler's ambition

2008-11-22T09:17:00.000-08:00

copyrights owned by varman.................
My pc-paint work.comments are welcome!

Art by varman-Lil John

2008-11-18T00:25:00.000-08:00

This time I just tried out Liljohn.
Any commentz?>.

Art by varman- Snoop is hot!

2008-11-15T05:47:00.000-08:00

my pc paint work....comments pls!

Art by varman-My sweet dog.

2008-11-12T08:05:00.000-08:00

Pc-paint work of my lovable cute lil dog:)

Art by varman-FIDDy

2008-11-10T08:58:00.000-08:00

This is one of my favourite posture of 50cent.I did my shot well in pc-paint work.I hope so!.I will be glad to receive comments.U are always welcome!.

Art by varman- Monalisa

2008-11-05T02:45:00.000-08:00

My pc-paint work.

I tried out something different like Monalisa painting and hope it has come up well.Commentzzz pls!

Art by varman- Akon a try....

2008-11-02T20:35:00.000-08:00

Model used and my PC- paint work.

I dunno whether hv i got t r not?....Will be happy to receive comments!...

Art by varman-Eminem a try....

2008-10-29T21:09:00.000-07:00

The first one is the model used and the second one is my paint work in PC.Cudn get the exact figure and i have to develop myself a lil bit..... :(

Art by varman-Too bad varma!

2008-10-28T21:29:00.000-07:00

This is the paint work which made me feel really bad for not getting the image exactly!.....

Art by varman-Unfinished

2008-10-26T21:33:00.000-07:00

This is my unfinished paintwork.In a fear of damaging the original image i just stopped with this... :)

Art by varman-Nadal The King...

2008-10-23T02:18:00.000-07:00

I am a great fan of Rafael Nadal...So i just gave a try painting his picture....Gud shot this tym by varman... :)... I am sure Nadal will grab the Wimbeldon title......

Art by varman-LoVe Is SiN

2008-10-20T23:53:00.000-07:00

My pc-paint work....
This is love.......

Art by varman-Nadal in right hand...

2008-10-17T20:47:00.000-07:00

I did a great blunder here..See Nadal playing in right hand....Actually i was trying federer ...But the face came out like my favourite Nadal...Wat to do then?...So i jus made Nadal to play in right hand.... :)

Art by varman- Strange.......

2008-10-15T10:34:00.000-07:00

Lookin lil strange na!......

I am a stranger........

2008-10-07T22:22:00.000-07:00

Some strange snaps of myself.... Did lil photoshop to get the effect better :)

Art by varman-Beauty..

2008-10-02T06:38:00.000-07:00

My pc-paint work.....

Art by varman- poisonous

2008-09-28T11:36:00.000-07:00

My pc-paint work....

RAVI VARMA THE GREAT...

2008-09-26T22:46:00.000-07:00

These are some paint works by the great Ravi Varma.Its been taken in the Mysore palace..Actually while capturing these pics we were caught by the mysore police as use of mobile phones are restricted inside the palace....

Art by varman-Rap..

2008-09-23T09:40:00.000-07:00

my pc-paint work...........

FIDDY a collection.........

2008-09-20T22:41:00.000-07:00

G Unit-Rider Pt2

2008-09-18T22:54:00.000-07:00

G unit-Rider Pt2,the song that recently turned my stereos on....As usual Curtis gave a stupefying intro roaring like lion......Grrr!!!!!!!!..50 simply turned me overzealous.....
some lyrics that really impressed me are..
"I'ma loyal nigga nigga, die behind mine
Even if 50 drop me I still wouldn't sign
You done lost yo' mind, bumped yo' head
When I catch them cowards I'm a buss they head"
by Young Buck....
50's attire and reaction doses up the exuberance and will make us move to his beats...He is undefeatable and there is no competition..He is a Riiida and sure to fiiia anyone who comes on his way....G Unitttttttttttttt!!!!!!!!!!!!

50 sued Taco Bell

2008-09-15T04:53:00.000-07:00

Rapper 50 cent has recently sued Taco Bell a reataurant for using a chain in his name without his permission.50 filed a lawsuit complaining that the chain features him in a print ad asking him to change his name to 79cent,89cent or 99 cent.50 has seeked $4 million for the damage.

The court papers say the ad is part of Taco Bell's "Why Pay More?" campaign, which promotes items for under a dollar, including Cinnamon Twists for 79 cents, Crunchy Tacos for 89 cents and Bean Burritos for 99 cents. The papers say the Irvine, Calif.-based company sent a bogus letter requesting the name change to the news media but not to the rapper.

Taco Bell Corp. spokesman Rob Poetsch issued a statement saying: "We made a good faith, charitable offer to 50 Cent to change his name to either 79, 89 or 99 Cent for one day by rapping his order at a Taco Bell, and we would have been very pleased to make the $10,000 donation to the charity of his choice."

Fashion Versus Sports

2008-09-10T05:24:00.000-07:00

Stella McCartney for Adidas

HEAD to the V&A this summer for Fashion V Sport: a new exhibition exploring the relationship between contemporary fashion and global sportswear brands.

The resulting array of outfits aims to illustrate how designers like Dries van Noten, Sonia Rykiel and Stella McCartney have turned sports clothing - like the classic grey jersey tracksuit - into fashion staples.

Part of the display is dedicated to iconic sportswear, such as Nike's handmade crocodile-skin trainers and diamond-encrusted shoelaces from Ends, as well as advertising campaigns like David Beckham's for Emporio Armani.

Fashion V Sport runs from August 5 2008 to January 4 2009 and admission is £5. Call 0870 906 3883 to book your ticket now.

Art by varman-Cat walk....

2008-09-07T07:09:00.000-07:00

I love watching ramp shows...I was just looking for a post regarding fashion..There came a spark like why dont we try a paint portrayin a model....Here comes the result..... :)

Hand Painted T-shirts...

2008-09-03T07:44:00.000-07:00

This is the hottest new trend on spring/summer catwalks.This kinda hand painted T-shirts would costs around £230 .Paint splashed collections were given dashing look by Dolce and Gabanna.It will look even more gorgeous if it is paired up with skinny jeans.

TYPICAL MEXICAN DESIGN

2008-08-29T22:42:00.000-07:00

SHAILESH MOOLYA

2008-08-29T22:41:00.000-07:00

Famous Indian Saloonist Sailesh Moolya

NEETA LULLA

2008-08-29T22:39:00.000-07:00

SUNEET VERMA

2008-08-27T19:37:00.000-07:00

Design by Suneet Verma...

PRASANTH VERMA

2008-08-27T19:04:00.000-07:00

Design by Prasanth Verma........

DAMN ITS HOT MAYNE

2008-08-22T16:20:00.000-07:00

COOL DUDES

2008-08-18T07:15:00.000-07:00

CATWALKING BEAUTIES

2008-08-11T09:59:00.000-07:00

COOL COLLECTION-2 FOR MEN

2008-08-05T20:33:00.000-07:00

COOL COLLECTION-1 FOR MEN

2008-08-03T02:49:00.000-07:00

Through a Galliano Lens...

2008-07-26T07:33:00.000-07:00

Italy based manufacturer Marcolin recently signed up with the famous designer John Galliano.

"Sunglasses and eyewear are essential accessories to make a statement on and off the runway and I am really excited to give them a Galliano twist," said the designer. "I can't wait to begin a new vision on vision." The debut collection will be unvieled in the next autumn.

Art by varman- My designer Outfit

2008-07-26T00:59:00.000-07:00

Everyone has got a designer inside...Yeah designer inside me woke up...This is my model staging my designer outfit....As i am an amateur, it may doesn't have any great touch with it..But it gets me a great feel..To become a fashion designer was my childhood aim but i cudn make it happen...So i have chosen this splendid media called blogging to exhibit my designer instincts.....Who knows ?..Anything can happen at anytime!....One day even i can become a star rated designer... :)

Photos of the day-25/07/2008

2008-07-25T05:34:00.000-07:00

1.Jemima khan at Scott's restaurant in London.

2.Lisa Snowdon wore a dress from See by Chloé for an appearnace at Capital Radio's breakfast show's outside broadcast.

3.Jessica Simpson in New Yoyrk. The pop star was photographed as she left the Ritz-Carlton hotel.

4.Nicole Richie left yoga session in LA wearing cutoff shorts with her signature oversized glass.

5.Actress Rose Mcgowan at the San Diego convention center.

6.Kylie Minogue.

7.Maria Bello at the premiere for her new movie, The Mummy: Tomb Of The Dragon Emperor. The third in the blockbuster global 'Mummy' franchise, Bello has taken over Rachel Weisz's role as Brendan Fraser's wife, Evelyn.

8.Henry Holland dressed in his signature bright jackets at the Blackberry Bold launch party in Covent Garden.

9.Paul McCartney and Stella McCartney made a lovely father and daughter picture at the Established and Sons Ltd Please Do Not Touch private view in London.

Get the clear view of these snaps here.

Art by varman-My nigga...........

2008-07-24T00:44:00.000-07:00

He is my nigga.....
My pc-paint work...............

Art by varman-Hurry!

2008-07-22T11:11:00.000-07:00

This is an attempt made lil bit in a hurry..........I did tis paint just in 6 minutes....so i cudn do it in precise.............

ZenniOpticals

2008-07-20T23:02:00.000-07:00

Zenni Optical $ 8 Rx Eyeglasses offers high quality eyeglasses starting at $8.Incredible Stylish New Frames From Zenni are the most preferred among youngsters.All their glasses have anti scratch coating,ultraviolet protection,guarantee,etc,.You are thrown to wide variety of frames and the one that best suits can be purchased on-line.You can even check out your order position by checking the view cart.It is really very glad to inform you all that Zenni Optical was on FOX news!

Jeans-Narrows are cool..........

2008-07-18T22:22:00.000-07:00

Boot cuts have gone outta trend..Narrows and low waists are the most preferred among youngsters...

Art by varman-Federer

2008-07-15T01:42:00.000-07:00

This time i gave federer a try....

Business Loans

2008-07-14T10:43:00.000-07:00

Business Loans,whether it is small or big is easy to take.It may either assist your working capital or just a step to extend your existing business.Unsecured Business Loans further made the whole process easy.You can prequalify yourself to check whether you are eligible to apply for Business Loan without any obligation.

Art by varman- An adventure.......

2008-07-08T10:01:00.000-07:00

This picture recently made an impression on me.The actual image even shows the shadow of the boat in water.I tried very hard to get that shadow so as to bring the so called artistic feel.But my effort din work well.Somehow i adjusted it to get the image approximately..

Snaps I Love The Most Of Myself

2008-07-05T22:02:00.000-07:00

Whenever i feel bored use to take snaps of myself.These are some snaps which came out really good circumstantially and are my favourite snaps.Feel like commenting something?...Cumon i am glad to receive comments!

Term Life Insurance

2008-07-03T10:24:00.000-07:00

The term life insurance was once a big task and getting it on line was impossible.But with the advent of latest technology,getting life insurance has become as easy as e-shopping.You can get the best quote that you may wish to proceed with from many insurance providers scattered all over the world.You don't have to face any medical exam nor any long forms to fill up.Just some health questions need to be answered.After that life insurance quotes with best premium rate will be in our option list.Choosing the best out of them would be the left job.So nothing to wait for,get your best Insurance quote here on line and live life safer and secured.

Cash Advance Payday Loans

2008-07-03T06:23:00.000-07:00

Fast and instant accessing has become common for everything.When it comes in case of payday loans,secure mean gets added up with the speedy access.Yes it is possible to get payday loans instantly,having yourself onto the secure side.You will be made to meet a perfect lender on line and no documents need to be faxed in many cases.All you have to do is to sign up for no faxing payday loan.
No faxing payday loans involves just a normal questionnaire session in which all details regarding the borrower's pay and designation.It may be either through phone or e-mail.Once it is cleared you will be given with many flexible offers.Payment option that well matches our need is to be selected.Lender immediately after approving your payday loan will electronically transfer the money quoted directly to the Borrower's bank account.Since all transactions taking place overnight,you can proceed with your next day activity without any problem.
The information and details given by the borrower will be kept secret and confidentiality is their first priority.If you are a US citizen getting regular income at least $1000 per month and above 18 years of age,you are eligible to apply for payday loan.No matter you have bankruptcy,bounced checks and other credit problems you can still receive the cash you need in advance.

Art by varman- No i m not gettin..

2008-06-30T21:19:00.000-07:00

My pc-paint work....
Yet another attempt trying Aish face...No i still cudn get t...It just came out like an old woman... :(

Traction device

2008-06-30T20:13:00.000-07:00

Anything that is below the average level is not acceptable.It even applies to the male organ of copulation.Exercises and pills would be the better start.Traction devices are for permanent enlargement.It is also referred as penis extender.Traction device is of two types,one is modern and the other is classical.Each penis extender has their own advantages and disadvantages over the other.The penile extender will take 3-6months to show it results.

FireCasinos.com Review

2008-06-29T21:18:00.000-07:00

Online Casinos because of their faster payouts and many generous offers,attained great name among people of America.They are featuring latest software technology and offering user friendly services.Money cum fun has made Casino Games,the most preferred hangouts by most people of United states.The do's and don't's of the game are well explained by them.Master yourself with the tricks and hit the jackpots.

Casino Guide

2008-06-29T20:43:00.000-07:00

The word online casino have become very popular in United states.People at home can play this casinos in comfort.Since because of double delight,it has gained popularity.One is money and the second thing is enjoyment.You dont want to be very familiar with the gaming procedures as it will be explianed distinctly.So start playing online casinos and enjoy the double delight.

Popular Casinos Review

2008-06-29T20:07:00.000-07:00

The USA Online Casinos have made online casinos easy.People are made aware of the rules,tips,dealers,news,live jackpots,procedure,etc., by them.Before stepping into any game you can make yourself clear reading the reviews.You are guaranteed with enjoyment and refreshment.So start playing and hit the jackpots in your style.

Art by varman-My dream gal

2008-06-29T10:44:00.000-07:00

Pc-paint work of my dream gal......... :)

Payperpost in my perspective.

2008-06-27T07:46:00.000-07:00

Payperpost is a gift for bloggers of all kind.Not only for bloggers, but also for advertisers to advertise their product in a effective way.My blogging friends made me aware of payperpost.If one is creative, he should be given proper exposure.Payperpost is one such tool to expose yourself if you are little creative.You are not only given exposure for your creativity but also compensation is given accordingly.You will get proper recognition for your creativity and that is what bloggers certainly expect.

Apart from money,it is more a knowledge basin for bloggers as they come to review many sites,products,..etc.,.If you are a advertiser,you can better advertise your product by signing up payperpost since your product will reach nook and corner of this world.
I have signed up payperpost because of two main things.Very first thing is to develop my writing skill and the next thing would be obviously money.I have decided to get one I-pod with the money am suppose to get through payperpost.Do you have any such wishes? and are you a regular blogger?.You dont have to wait for anything.Just sign up payperpost and start blogging effectively.

Art by varman- Hey gal

2008-06-27T06:57:00.000-07:00

No no this is not my girl friend..I just tried out Aishwarya rai but unfortunately it turned out like this :)

Easy Payday

2008-06-24T10:03:00.000-07:00

Payday loans have reached popularity among many countries.People with proper income and a bank account are no longer have to wait for their paycheck.If your wish is to buy any luxury items,no need to wait for your paycheck.Take instant cash loan and make your dream come true by that moment.
Instant cash loan is easy to obtain.All you need to do is easy sign up of the following site,
www.easyonlinepaydayloan.com
Once the basic details are filled up,the burden is not yours anymore.The site will make perfect matching with the lender of your wish.The site has no direct involvement in lending money and all they doing is just lender matching service.The details been given will be kept secret and your security is their top priority.Since government has set regulation in paydayloans,it has turned out to be the most secure approach.The interest rates for loans are very low compared to any other source.One can make themselves clear about all these details here in this site.So let your dream come true at this moment by getting your instant cash loan here.

Dasavatharam-A short Review

2008-06-21T10:51:00.000-07:00

The film Dasavatharam has got a very strong story line and is more a technical feast.U may sometimes get a feel like watching an english movie.Some main features to be mentioned are background music and screenplay.It is for the first time background music is been done by a separate music director in the history of tamil film industry.All ten roles are out of prediction and kamalhasan excelled in each role proving he is the Universal hero.Reviewing this film needs lots of research. Since i have watched this film only once, i am stopping with this.Get stills of Kamalhasan here

Art by varman-Dus avatar

2008-06-20T01:31:00.000-07:00

My pc paint work of one stil from the film Dhasavatharam.....

Auto Loan

2008-06-17T23:53:00.000-07:00

Buying a car is still a dream for many people and it is possible to make that dream come real.To make it real we need to get the best auto loan.You can match a perfect lender online to get the best auto loan by signing up the following site,
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This site helps people to identify lenders quoting low interest rates.People can get auto loans to buy new car and even for used cars.Generally the interest rates will be very high to get loan for used cars.But this site helps people to search for lenders who could quote rates at low interest for any type of car it may be.Even bad credit car loans is also made possible by this site.There is no demand to buy today, and the quote will be active upto 15 business days.We can also refinance our auto loan according to our requirement.Dreams are no more dreams.Have your dream car now by getting the best auto loan here.

Perfect Cash Advance

2008-06-17T23:11:00.000-07:00

People are thrown to critical situation when there is no money with them .Money is hardly needed by them in whatever source it may come.Such a feverish stage make people go with bad lenders turning life a hell.All we need to do under such atrocious state is to stay relax and have to take first cash advance.
First cash advance enables us to match a perfect lender.Taking payday loan will take just few minutes of registration.Lenders are ready to offer upto $1500 once we get approved.Perfect cash advance understanding the borrower's hurry, has made the whole process quick and easier.There is no faxing and money will be deposited directly into our account on the next day itself.This site ensures the safety and security of it members.It is just stupidity if one is waiting for money when needed urgently.So, if need money then sign up and fill the necessary detail to get the perfect cash in advance.

Debt Consolidation

2008-06-17T08:19:00.000-07:00

Living life without debts will make a feel like we are in heaven.Yes,it is possible to live in heaven while we live.If you are a person been fed up because of several phone calls and threatening mails from the lenders,then all you need to do is to take debt consolidation loans.
People are ready to give you free debt consultation.What they really do is consolidating all our debts and converting them to one simple easy monthly payment.This kind of consolidated debt payment will relieve us from serial torchures and it also ensures that the lenders were paid.Using the site www.nodebttoday.com, we can get our required debt consolidation.Another important aspect that this site offers is none are turned down and each will be assigned with accredited debt professional to deal problem following several questionnaire sesion.Another thing to be remembered is that consolidation is given by this site at no cost to the person who needs their debt to be consolidated.Take back your financial control just by filling certain details regarding your debts in the above site and live in heaven.

Insurance Portal

2008-06-17T07:43:00.000-07:00

Life at present need to be ensured since anything can happen at any time and anywhere.Thus all our properties including ourselves need to be insured to ensure better life without fear.We cannot waste our time searching for insurers to insure all our utilities separately.Hence an entangled web that could make searching easy is needed.One such site that can offer better searching is www.insurancerate.com and it contains all the needed informations.
Free quotes according to our type of insurance are given by this site and we can compare the rates been quoted by different insurers and the best one could well picked up.Better insurance quotes are obtained all just in 5 minutes and there will be no hectic procedures to be followed to get those quotes.Insuring all your property in the best and faster rate has been made possible by this site.

Car Insurance Rates

2008-06-17T07:12:00.000-07:00

The population of cars in America is keep increasing as each of the family members ohave their own.As the number of cars increases,the accidents and other theft cases will automatically increase.Thus intelligency involves in insuring them at minimum premium.which insurer will quote for premium of our well and wish? and where he will be? is still a problem.You can easily identify the insurer of your wish by surfing the following site,
www.carinsurancerates.com
Here in this site,several informations such as easiest cars to get insured,hardest cars to get insured,etc.,are very well defined.Is insuring SUV harder or expensive?.This question still exists among most people of America and you can get your answer here.How one could get cheap auto car insurance and Discount car insurance? is well answered here.In addition to car insurance information we can also know about other kind of insurances such as Home insurance,Health insurance,etc,.Is your worthy car still not insured?.Dont wait anymore.Surf for the best insurer here in this site and secure your car.

Mortgages

2008-06-17T06:29:00.000-07:00

Mortgage finder network helps to identify the perfect mortgage lender.Lenders are widespread such as banks,financial instituitions and many mortgage companies.Searching for the lender of our requirement matters,since different lender quotes different interest rates,monthly payments,etc,.One could get to compare among those lenders using the following site,
www.mortgagefindersnetwork.com
Various mortgage offers corresponding to the borrowers interest could be browsed and compared through this site.This site make us aware of mortgage loans provided for new homes,refinancing and home equities.Things to be considered while applying for a loan such as rates,points,fee,down payments are well explained here.One of the most impressive thing to be noted in this site is that the advantages and disadvantages involved in all cases are clearly explained.It also alarms the borrower by explaining about the signs of bad mortgage lenders.Thus this site acts like a tool to pick out the best mortgage lender.

Cash Advance Writeup

2008-06-17T02:21:00.000-07:00

There is no man in this world without debts.Money at right time could save many and all people need is cash at faster rate in case of emergency."payday loans" are money that is been lend to cover the borrower's expenses till he/she receives the paycheck.Payday loan is also called as pay check advance or payday advance.It is also sometimes referred as "cash advance".The borrowers could easily match their lenders by signing up the following site which may take just few minutes,
www.payeveryone.net
This site is not lending any money and is just doing lender matching service.Borrowers could get loan amount upto 1500 dollars once they are approved.Loan amount that is been claimed will be sanctioned in the next day itself and thus instant payday loan is one of the main feature that this site is offering.The security of the information given by the members looking for payday loan in this site will be given top priority and the details regarding the members and their information will never be disclosed.Are you in emergency?.Need a huge sum of money in time?.Dont wait,just sign up this site and forget your worries.

Credit Card Reviews

2008-06-16T11:24:00.000-07:00

Invention of credit cards has solved many problems.But how to apply for a credit card is still a problem.Its been overcome by the following website,
www.yourcredit.com
This site make us aware of different types of credit cards.It also helps to search for the card of our requirement and picking the one that best suits us.We can apply for credit cards online using this site.This site helps us understand various features of credit cards such as low interest credit cards,instant apprroaval credit cards,bad credit credit cards,rewards credit,...etc,.While surfing this site one could read the full review of their preferred card.It also explains how our credit card balance are calculated.Moreover this site explains credit card safety tips.We may even get to know about the most popular credit cards till date.This site is more like an encyclopedia for credit cards.You dont need to search for a book or any other sites to know about credit cards and this site has it all.

Art by varman-Dhasavatharam

2008-06-08T00:38:00.000-07:00

My pc paint work.commentz pls!

Art by varman-Curtis and his damn stare

2008-05-29T00:20:00.000-07:00

Ya he is the king of rap...Curtis...
My pc paint work.Any commentz?..

Art by varman- Cutieee

2008-05-24T10:11:00.000-07:00

So cute na.... My paint work in pc....Any commentz?>...

Art by varman- Black Is Black

2008-05-22T09:13:00.000-07:00

copyrights owned by varman........
Actally i was trying to figure out Akon but unfortunately it turned out as Curtis:)
Its really very hard to do it in pc-paint where highly precised mouse handling is required.I tried my best.Glad to receive comments:)

Art by varman-style s for everyone

2008-05-19T08:52:00.000-07:00

copyrights owned by varman..
My pc-paint work.commentz?!

Gen Y 'growing up too fast'

2008-05-12T11:04:00.000-07:00

A new survey has revealed that teenagers today are growing up too fast and are battling with adult worries.

The survey conducted over 7000 boys and girls between 10 years and 17 years and 600 teenagers from 14 to 17 from NSW and Victoria showed that youngsters were increasingly plagued by adult worries, such as how to afford a house.

The study led by Dolly Youth Monitor revealed that teenagers today were earning more than twice as much as they did 15 years ago with 76.55 dollars a week in 2007 as compared to 31.60 dollars a week in 1992.

And the biggest worries were personal safety and being able to buy their own home.

For 38 per cent of the respondents 'home affordability' was a major concern, 43 per cent worried about 'getting a job', 44 per cent 'being successful' and 48 per cent worried about 'making money'.

Three in four girls admitted not feeling safe in their own neighbourhoods, while one in three felt unsafe in their own homes at night. The project also found that the teenagers are more stressed.

"Despite financial and material wealth, traditionally 'adult' worries are filtering down to today's teens, with career, finance and housing as paramount concerns," Sydney Morning Herald quoted Dolly editor Gemma Crisp, as saying.

The teenagers, who think drug use is acceptable has also saw a significant drop from 39 per cent in 2003 to 31 per cent in 2007

Though 85 per cent of teenagers believed it is acceptable to regularly use alcohol.

The survey also found that one in three respondents lost their virginity between 13 and 15 years, with 36per cent aged 16 or 17 and 2.5 per cent aged younger than 13.

Almost one in six teenagers had kissed someone of the same sex, while 7 per cent had participated in cyber sex.

More than half believed they were overweight, with 43 per cent hoping that their family ate healthier food and 39 per cent wanting their parents to stop smoking.

More than half of girls aged 14 to 17 used social networking sites MySpace, Bebo or Facebook.

Researchers said the changes could be attributed to a change in the family context over the past two decades, with fewer traditional families, higher divorce rates, more women working, smaller families and older parents.

Art by varman-Beggar woman

2008-05-11T09:12:00.000-07:00

My Pc-paint work of a begging woman.

This is the typical Indian style of begging.Though India has attained growth in several field,this pitiful situation still exists in India.Whether it is metros or villages,beggers are well spread.

Who is responsible?.Offcourse each and every citizen is responsible.Can India overcome this problem?.Yup,it is possible if and only if the present dirty political condition changes.Its in the hands of youngsters.Think!

Art by varman

2008-04-11T01:58:00.000-07:00

I have tried my level best in paint.Any comments?!....

Ayo m tired of using technology

2008-04-08T04:52:00.000-07:00

50 cent(feat Justin Timberlake)Ayo technology is the song that recently turns my stereo on.The way Curtis starts,
"something special
Unforgettable
....
50 cent(cent)
.............
Justin(tin)
....
Timbaland(land)
God damn(damn)
............."
gets you the feel of rap.He is the real gangsta.In the video,he is really stunning with his damn hard stare.Once the beat starts,he will make your body move with his moves.Justin is simply sexy in this video.
"Ayo m tired of using technology"
The song all rap lovers do love.

50 calls Bush "A Gangsta"

2008-04-07T07:14:00.000-07:00

50 Cent and Kanye West are the only ones selected to be GQ's "Men of the Year" who have no false modesty about it — both of the hip-hop stars justify their big egos in the mag's pages. But they also have more on their minds than just themselves. Like George W. Bush, for one. 50 thinks the president is "incredible ... a gangsta." "I wanna meet George Bush, just shake his hand and tell him how much of me I see in him," 50 told GQ. If the rapper's felony conviction didn't prevent him from voting, 50 said he would have voted for Bush. Meanwhile, Kanye basically called Bush a racist on national television, and has since rethought his strategy for speaking out. "When NBC edited it out on the West Coast, that was a wakeup call," West told the magazine. "It let people know how censored we still are. This is supposed to be America, but you can't get your opinion out. There's all kinds of things I want to say, but I need to pace myself, to make sure my opportunities to say these things aren't taken away too abruptly." Kanye says after giving us entertainment, his next goal is to give us "inspiration." 50's next goal? He wants to market a condom. ...

FAT JOE's funeral by 50 CENT

2008-03-27T21:21:00.000-07:00

50cent recently posted a mock funeral for their fellow rapper FATJOE on the internet just to step up the quarrel between them.The short film showing American military funeral scattered with clips of 50cent crying and paying tribute to the 37year old.
Rapper Curtis Jackson then revealed the real reason for the tape, pointing to the poor sales of FAT JOE's recent albumn named 'THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM'.
Fat Joe's record sold 46000 copies in the first weeek of release in US.Whereas, 50s Spoof mixtape released in the internet scored over 400000 downloads in the same week.
The rapper Jackson says, "(Fat Joe's record sales are) actually terrible. That's when you know you are not relevant.
"The boss (myself) is there looking good with his number one album and he shouldn't stand next to that fat piece of s**t. Because you know how I get."

Some cool accessories for men

2008-03-18T08:49:00.000-07:00

Do it like rappers.........

2008-03-16T02:54:00.001-07:00

freaky hair styles for men

2008-03-16T01:30:00.000-07:00

Cargo fashion for modern men

2008-02-28T10:05:00.000-08:00

You might have wondered watching new generation guys wearing trousers with multiple pockets and number of straps ganging down on it. This is the latest trend in men fashion wear, namely cargo pants. Fashion trends change time to time, there rocked once the age of boot-cut pants, then there pushed in the era of rough and stylish jeans and now it is the reign of cargo wears. Not only the number of pockets make cargo pants differ from each other but also the fashionable look, hard but stretching fabric, perfect matching with shirts or T-shirts etc... add to the features of cargo wears. While lots of pockets may be stylish these days, any true workman knows that they've always been handy. Crafted in wrinkle-resistant, stain-release fabric with triple-stitched seams, these cargo pants are ready to take on any task with effortless good looks.
Cargo pants are much like regular use pants, but were designed originally for tough, outdoor activities. They are baggier, permitting free movement, made of hard-wearing, quick-drying fabrics, with tough stitching, and have large belt loops and several additional patch pockets. A broad variety of sizes, shapes and placements are keeping their hallmark pockets exciting to Users. Cargo pockets generally have accordion folds in the sides for increased capacity, and often have large flaps secured with snaps. They were originally used as battledress or sport hunting clothing for carrying maps, compasses and other equipment in an easily accessible way. But today they are the most liked fashion were of modern men.

The garments are normally made of rectangular panels of fabric, designed to allow bending at the knee and hip without stretching. Occasionally the knee joint has a hidden gap for ventilation. Stitching is often expressed as an external felled seam, and may be sewn in a contrasting colour to give the garment strong lines. Felled seams are commonly used in outdoor garments to improve water resistance.

The cargo style was copied by fashion designers in the late 1980s in the UK, and the late 1990s in the USA, and applied to everyday urban wear. This proved popular with young people, partly due to the tough construction and useful side pockets, for storing personal items such as cell phone, wallet, iPod, candies, lighter, etc... and partly to suit the whims of fashion, presenting a rugged, no-nonsense look suggesting military and outdoor activities. They are commonly worn by travelers and tourists, who use the extra pockets for items such as cameras, film-rolls, maps and plane tickets. When cargo pants are worn for purely aesthetic reasons, the pockets are often not used.

Even though the early designs were typically robust and hard-wearing, today cargoes are most often softer, thinner and lightweight. Cargoes create a hybrid style which is more comfortable. Today even girls started wearing cargo pants and there are specially made pants available for them. Multiple use cargoes are the latest among the cargo clothing. There are trousers that could be used as shorts and pants just be removing the bottom piece which is attached to the upper one with zippers. From minimal pocket range to multiple pockets, the range varies.

Most interesting about cargo trousers is that they come with affordable price tags. Even though there are costlier ones, cargo pants are available from 500 Indian rupees onwards. They give you a sizzling look when used with T-shirts or casual shirts.

Men's hairstyles

2008-02-27T01:06:00.000-08:00

Are you worn-out with the same haircut that you owned in the college? Would you like to change the way you look with the latest hairstyle trends that suit your professional or casual lifestyle? Then read to know the 'just right' hairstyles and haircuts that can make you look more youthful, rugged, intelligent & sexy. Transform your hairstyle into an irresistible hunk that every woman desires.

Fashion works in cycles; so welcome back the 70's trend that is quoted 'in-fashion' on the present day. Here are some of the latest hairstyle trends. Follow one, which complements your facial features.

Short hairstyles look classy. High and Tight, Fade, Spike and Clipper Cut are few best men's short haircuts. They not only add a touch of sophistication but also are very easy to maintain and care for. The popular short hairstyle is the closely cropped clipper cut around the sides and back of the head with enough hair on the top of the head to comb. You can style it with gel to spike or just mess it up for a funky look. High and tight and Fade are also the most popular ones. Men with receding hairline can cut the front of your hair short to reduce the emphasis of the recession. If you are balding completely or losing hair drastically, do not think of wigs rather look best with shaved heads for a cool and confident look.

Medium Hairstyles- the current medium sized hairstyle is messy and wild look. Don't comb your hair after stepping out of the shower to naturally get this desired look. Just apply some hair gel and moderately mess your hair with your fingertips. Make sure to avoid the hair falling on your face.

Caesar cut is traditionally short all over with the bangs pushed forward and upward. To maintain the Caesar cut the whole day apply a mixture of gel and styling mousse. It looks great on young college boys and middle-aged professionals with preppy clothes and freshly shaved face. You can even go for short Caesar cut with spike all over. However remember that it is a fun hairstyle and definitely not a professional one. So, if your boss is a professional person; do not have them in office.
'Rock disco hair' is specifically flat with the split in the middle. You can even go for haircut that is short on the top, in the front and long over the ears. Rock disco hair suits the best with people who have healthy and thick hair. You can even streak them with varied colours that suit your skin complexion.

Longer haircuts: If your sweetheart is mesmerized with John Abraham and Abhishek Bachchan's long hairstyles then go for long and lean hair that is above your shoulder level. You can keep them long all over or layer them for effective look. Do not let it hang over your collarbone. Use hair accessories like hair bands to manage them well as it is right 'in fashion' today.

50 cent Biography

2008-02-21T20:58:00.000-08:00

Once snubbed of his breakthrough opportunity, Queens rapper 50 Cent retreated to the mix-tape circuit for a brief moment before a major-label bidding war ensued in 2002. The grimy, street-level rapper's career underwent many ups and downs over the years. In the late '90s, after he united with the Trackmasters and Sony/Columbia Records, his breakthrough seemed ensured. But on the eve of his release date in 1999, he was shot. Even worse, Columbia pulled his album, Power of the Dollar, claiming that it had been too heavily bootlegged for release. Rather than sulk, 50 Cent began recording dozens of tracks for release in the underground. A buzz ensued, and Eminem offered him a million dollar-plus contract in 2002. Once again, three years after his first breakthrough opportunity, 50 Cent's breakthrough seemed ensured.

Born Curtis Jackson, the one-time boxer first stood on the brink of national success in the late '90s. Columbia -- or, more specifically, Columbia-affiliated rap production team the Trackmasters -- hooked up with 50 Cent in 1999. The young and mostly unknown Queens rapper recorded the song "How to Rob" with the accomplished production duo. Throughout "How to Rob," 50 Cent detailed how he would rob famous rap artists like Master P and Timbaland. The song became a kind of novelty hit, and the Trackmasters teamed with 50 Cent to record a debut album for Columbia, Power of the Dollar, and a prospective breakthrough single with Destiny's Child, "Thug Love." An unfortunate string of events then ruined 50 Cent's chance to break through: heavy bootlegging soured Columbia's attitude toward the album and, then, on May 24, 2000, the rapper suffered from multiple gunshots, one to the jaw and several in the legs. Though Columbia had already released "Thug Love" as a single along with promos of the album to the press, it pulled Power of the Dollar from the market and dropped the injured rapper from his contract.

In the years following his fallout with Columbia, 50 Cent made dozens of underground tracks with producer Money XL. These recordings circulated quickly through New York on mix tapes and were compiled on black-market CDs. The rapper created quite a street-level buzz for himself and his G-Unit clique. The buzz eventually became so pervasive that a major-label bidding war ensued between such labels as J, Universal, and Jive, according to rumors. Eminem ended up signing 50 Cent to his Shady/Aftermath label, reportedly offering over a million dollars. But it was the track record of Eminem and Dr. Dre that swooned the Queens rapper, not money. Following the signing, 50 Cent entered the studio with Eminem and Dre to record songs for his upcoming release. ~ Jason Birchmeier, All Music Guide.

Akon Apologises For Dancing With 14-Year-Old

2008-02-21T20:47:00.001-08:00

Singer Akon has apologised following footage of him dancing sexily on stage with a young teen in Trinidad appeared on the Internet.

The scandal which followed led to Verizon pulling its sponsorship of Akon’s US tour with Gwen Stefani.

It was later reported the girl, who Akon danced with during a nightclub gig last month, was just 14-years-old.

Akon says he did not know the girl was so young.

"I want to sincerely apologise for the embarrassment and any pain I've caused to the young woman who joined me on stage, her family and the Trinidad community for the events at my concert,” he says.

"It was never my intention to embarrass or take advantage of my fans in any way, especially those under the age of 18.

"That is why we tried to make sure that the club did not admit anyone under 18 in the audience.

"Somehow, that standard was not met."

Akon Throws Stuff at His Audience. Like Other Audience Members

2008-02-21T20:42:00.000-08:00

He's in trouble again: Akon was performing at KFEST 2007 when a kid tossed a promotional CD at the stage and almost hit him in the head. Akon got pissed and sent his bodyguards into the crowd to bring the kid on stage so he could physically throw him off the stage at the audience.

The concert promoters say it was no big deal. "My guess is it was an attempt at crowd surfing," said Jason Finkelberg, general manager for Pamal Broadcasting in the Hudson Valley, which staged the concert at Dutchess Stadium. "It goes on at these shows all the time. We certainly don't condone it, but it certainly goes on."

Yet, at least one member of the audience disputes that claim of crowd-surfing and wrote on the Poughkeepsie Journal website: "No, he didn't just call him on stage, he had his thugs go out and get him then he picked him up and THREW him, I was in the front and saw the whole thing! THIS WAS NOT CROWD SURFING! STOP THE BULL$HIT K104!"

Jackie Chan to launch audio of Kamal's "Dasavatharam"

2008-02-21T20:02:00.000-08:00

Hollywood actor Jackie Chan will launch the audio cassette of Kamal Hassan's much-awaited Tamil film "Dasavatharam," in which he will be seen in 10distinctive roles, at a function to be held here next month.

The film, directed by K S Ravikumar and produced by Oscar Ravichandran, will be released in April. "Chan was totally amazed. He wondered how one could do 10 distinctive roles without any difficulty," said Ravichandran, who met Chan at the actor's residence in Kowloon.

On his meeting with Chan, he said it was a life time opportunity. "I was thrilled to meet him. It was a great experience," he said.

Chan, whose action-packed films earned him a great fan following, made the announcement of his visit to India for the cassette release, Ravichandran said.

"It is a great honour to Kamal Hassan, to the entire Tamil film industry and the Indian film industry that Chan has agreed to come at the function," he said.

Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai and Chiranjeevi had already agreed to attend the "mega" event.

Besides, all stars of the South Indian film industry would be invited for the function once the date was finalised, he said.

Fashion biz yet to see big bucks in Chennai

2008-02-15T20:23:00.000-08:00

WHEN it comes to fashion, Chennai has always traditionally been the poor cousin of the savvier Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. Being a tight-lipped industry, it isn't easy to get actual figures to substantiate this statement.

But there are indicators — the Fashion Development Corporation of India, for example, has only one representative in Chennai as opposed to large clusters in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata, said Ms Rathi Vinay Jha, Director-General, FDCI. And that one representative, designer Rehane, said that the growth of the industry would be in a ratio of 1:4 compared to some of the other cities. And if hearsay is anything to go by, every owner of a fashion store in the city admits that Chennai is far behind in the segment.

Yet, fashion stores have begun to peep into existence, and customers seem to be willing to pay anywhere between Rs 4,500 for a kurti and Rs 1,90,000 for a wedding outfit. Ms Upasana Asrani, owner, Studio Saks, said, "My business has even quadrupled over the last ten years." She said that the average customer spends between Rs 5,000 and Rs 20,000 in buying clothes during the season.

Ms Rehane, who has her own fashion store in the city, said that a small fashion store would have a turnover of about Rs 10,000, while the larger stores would be clocking sales of Rs 1 lakh a day. "Otherwise, they may as well shut shop," she added.

Mr Atul Malhotra, one of the partners of Evoluzione, said, "You have to educate the market, and that is what we at Evoluzione have been investing in. It is still a nascent market, and our high-end segment is still a segment within a segment, but the people here are basically conservative families looking for a change in lifestyle." So much so that the store's collection of clothes, ranging from Rs 1,500 for men's shirts up to Rs 8,000 for kurtas, and from Rs 8,000 to Rs 15,000 for occasion-wear for women, have been bought off the racks. He said, "We have registered 25 to 30 per cent growth every year since the store began in 2002."

One of the contributors to this growth is the burgeoning IT industry. Mr Sayed Layak Ali, one of the partners of Jidoka, a store that sells trousers, said, "A lot of young consumers have started visiting my store. Because of the IT business, their buying power has increased, and they can now access a premium product."

The IT boom also means that there is a lot of traffic coming through Chennai from other parts of the world. Ms Rehane said that with the city becoming a destination for other industries, foreigners and expatriates form a large chunk of the market.

Studio Saks has a branch at luxury resort Fisherman's Cove (on the outskirts of the city) that almost exclusively caters to the high-income foreign group, who come down for a holiday.

Ms Kiran Rao, owner, Amethyst, the fashion store/café/gallery, said that perhaps 25-30 per cent of the city's 10-million strong population can afford to buy fashion products. "And we (the high-end fashion segment) form a very small percentage of that," she admits.

Perhaps because, as Mr Ali said, the customer here is more calculating, he won't buy in a hurry. "Everything is relative - it still is a phenomenal market," he asserts.

The Indian Fashion Week

2008-02-09T04:58:00.000-08:00

The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) was established in 1998 for the development of the Indian Fashion Industry. The Council commenced with the vision of promoting ready to wear and Diffusion markets in India. In 2000, FDCI, organised their first Fashion event- India Fashion Week which became the platform for the Business of Fashion to facilitate interaction between designers and buyers in India and abroad. Gradually as the years passed, the event turned out as the biggest fashion extravaganza of the country, generating unprecedented business opportunities for the Fashion Design industry in domestic and international markets. This fashion week paved way to get international recognition and space for Indian designer wear all over the world.
The last six years since its inception, Lakme, a leading cosmetics brand participated as the title sponsor of India Fashion Week and the event was known as Lakme India Fashion week. But in 2006, FDCI found a new title sponsor in the ITC group . The ITC-sponsored event was named 'Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week' (WLIFW), and was organized in Delhi during April. It covered the two seasonal market segments – Autumn-Winter and Spring-Summer. Around 75 of India’s best designers presented their Spring-Summer Prêt (ready to wear) and Diffusion collections to the most prominent names among buyers, media and fashionists, both Indian and International. This event also served as a launching pad for several new designers and models in India. Designers like Sabyasachi, Aki Narula, Varun Bahl, Anshu Arora Sen, Shantanu Goenka, Shane & Falguni Peacock, Gauri & Nainika are few names that were unveiled to the fashion industry by the IFW.
Apart from the Fashion week, FDCI also organises some other events such as Mega designer sale, Fashion Machine etc. regularly.

Modelling

2008-02-09T04:57:00.001-08:00

Modelling today has become one of the most sought after career options for youngsters in India. This is one of the most thrilling as well as lucrative profession, it attracts males and females equally, though there was a time when females dominated the field. With the expansion of consumerism and media there has been a fabulous boost in the ad industry. This along with upsurge in fashion industry have made modeling an attractive career option. It has generated a large and continuing demand for fresh faces and personalities to launch and promote a variety of branded products or show a garment to its best advantage.
Modelling is, undoubtedly a glamorous field which offers tremendous opportunities to travel and meet various classes of people. Moreover once established it is a highly paid job. Even with all these plus points it involves lot of hard work, dedication and perseverance to be successful in this field. It is a highly competitive and short- lived career. Further, stress factor is high and the hours are erratic. The job also requires a lot of stamina and patience.
It is a profession where educational qualifications become insignificant and physical attributes and personal qualities assume importance.

Jeans for men

2008-02-07T01:22:00.000-08:00

Blue jeans is the in thing always, and it is going to remain IN for generations to come. This is more so with men, even if women one day believe that jeans is not for them.
A recent survey tells us that each American has atleast 7 pairs of jeans, with almost 4 of them in different shades of blue. While jeans adds to the rough look that guys try to show, it also adds more robustness to their bodies. How many times haven't you seen a guy in their garden or opening a door, just clad in jeans.
Surprisingly, it is guys who are more interested in the branded jeans. They tend to rate people with the kind of jeans they wear. Though such interpretations may be wrong, it could turn out to be true. Jeans that are more butt hugging always turn out as great jeans for men. And because they are most of the times comfortable with jeans that they are in, they turn out to be the interpreters.

Some trends that appeal to any man

2008-02-07T01:17:00.000-08:00

Military wear: You got it into your mind as soon as you read it. The extra pockets, and the manly feel they add is far above any competition from other kind of looks. Khakis, jackets, caps are the in things. Add white and black to them and you will feel the difference right away.

Polo Shirts: This tops the list of shirts. Wear a polo shirt with a jeans, it is casuals. Add a nice coat, the corporate will invite you. And when you want to mix both formals and casuals, wear a zip-up jacket. Polo shirt will serve you, anywhere, anytime.

Layering: It's in at last. And is here to stay. Wear a sweat shirt, cover it up with a cool cotton with half sleeves. And then top it up with a jacket with no sleeves. And if possible add more. But it works, especially in winters and more so with the women around.

Logos: This is not a new style either. If you know you have enough money and don't know what to wear, then go the biggest and trendiest store that you find. Put your money and flaunt your logos. But make sure, you n't get too loud or too calm.

Use your creativity to mix up things to get what you want. And if you still haven't understood the trend today its all in one word 'Simplicity'. Keep it simple, Keep it strong. Way to go bro!

Chennai Fashion

2008-02-07T00:40:00.000-08:00

By April, in Chennai, the tentacles of summer are slowly holding the city in their humid grip. Plans are in full swing (by those who can afford to take time off) to abandon the heat for those beckoning cooler climes. Newspaper headlines proclaim the possibility of an acute water shortage in summer, so it is just as well the exodus from Chennai begins.
Mid-April heralds the new year for Tamils. Tamil households bear a distinctive air of festivity, and traditional ones are identified by intricate kolams in front of the house, and the main entrance door is decorated with festoon of green mango leaves interspersed with yellow chrysanthemums. The inevitable question by the incorrigibles in the family is, of course, always what do I wear today?
There has been over the past two years, a dramatic change in the clothing habits of the typical conventional Chennai is. Where formerly every festival demanded a new sari and blouse for the women, today’s option is for the ubiquitous salwar-kameez or even the versatile jeans. There is, however, something charmingly appealing about the south Indian woman who knuckles down to the rites of tradition. Freshly, bathed at dawn, with the subtle perfume of sandalwood paste and jasmine lingering on her skin, she knots a towel around her head to support her wet hair and dons the new clothes before puja commences. After she rubs down her long tresses, she prepares a grid of hot coal over which she sprinkles sambrani (license). She covers it with a small basket, lies down on the floor with her head on it, spreading her hair over the basket, so that the sweet fumes permeate through her hair, softly drying it as no modern hair dryer ever will. It is a moment arrested in pure luxury as she closes her eyes to relax before the flurry takes over. Smelling even more sweetly, she ties her hair into a loose knot to commence the whirlpool of rituals which are in effect social events for the family and community.
Going back to the yen for no conventional clothes, boutiques in Chennai have never had it so good. Saris are relegated to the background, to be taken out only during religious ceremonies and weddings. The salwar-kameez-dupatta ensemble is here to stay, judging from the innumerable little shops and boutiques which have sprung up in Chennai to cater to the whims of the Chennai women. Even tradition bound stores like Nalli and Radha Silks, which specialized in Kancheevaram pattu saris, do not wish to be left behind in the race to stock ready-to-wear garments.
We prefer it for its comfort remarks one teeny bopper. When you are running around the whole day getting in and out of buses, the salwar is as comfortable as pants, even better. Who wants to wear a flapping five and one half inches and worry if it looks right? Also, the salwar suit scores high in terms of traditional chic, pipes in another young lady. No one can accuse us of aping the West and wearing immodest figurehugging cloths. The market offers beautiful traditional kameezes and when teamed with a matching dupatta, it is even more modest than a sari.
Emboldened and encouraged by their daughters, mothers are often seen at speciality stores. I plan to make just one salwar kameez to wear at home, they venture shyly. It is a question of their getting used to it and, once broken in, there is no question of turning back ever. Much to the horror of disapproving relatives, even young grandmothers have ready excuses. You know how it is with small babies at home-a kameez messed up is a hundred times better than a spoilt sari.
Curiously enough, men in dapper suits have had enough of stuffy coasts, and tight collars. Even though, at any formal evening, the western suit (full sleeved shirt, coat an trousers) is more acceptable, the middle-aged men are not averse to Indian clothes, with the younger men shyly taking the cue from them. The soft creamy silk waishtis with small zari borders, teamed with silk jubbas are dignified costumes for weddings. Haunted by the fear that the waishti will slip off, the yongesters opt for achkans or the kurta pyjama. Why, I am told that in the Bombay disco scene it is groovy to wear dhotis and kurtas teamed with dramati waistcoats!
Designed for Indian summers, the Indian clothes like the sari and dhoti afford free air circulation but in the name of fashion one tends to compromise and sqeeze oneself into the tightest of garments, provided they are well cut and smart. With handlooms again being pushed to the forefront of fashion, there should be a shift in the fashion scene-perhaps tailored saris and dhotis will dominate, provided they offer the same measure of comfort as other ready-to-wear garments.

Design ur career

2008-02-02T01:13:00.000-08:00

Do you know that 95% of the students are not even sure what a designer actually does to earn a living? Or what are his / her daily routines, work schedules or more importantly how do they design? This also means that 95% of the students also do not know whether they want to become designers or not. Now, since the parents are not truly aware of this field as a career, they are not too sure whether their child should even be thinking of becoming a designer. This brings us to another important conclusion that those who do join any designing colleges do so by default i.e. once they get thru the entrance tests, they get tempted to join. So the question that arises is “Who really has the ability to become a good designer or to join prestigious institutes like NID/ NIFT. etc.?”
70% of students @ skool wan to becm doctors or engineers or do MBA. Rest 29% of them are not sure and though they have an inclination towards design or art, hv just too many other options in their minds. And only 1% are really keen and focused about Design as a career.
Even if you are in the 29% category, you have a very good chance of clearing the entrance exams for these design institutes. You do not hv to be exceptionally brilliant in academics, if u hv a unique way to look at things, an open mind, if you are a last page scribbler and have a desire to make it big on your own, but do not know how. You have to ask yourself a logical question “If I am interested in curing diseases, I would want to become a doctor some day. What would I do if I have to become a designer some day? The answer is simple. If you think you enjoy meeting people, noticing what type of garments they wear, what looks good on them and what not, you enjoy it when your room is being painted anew, you love it when your friend wears old kick knacks as jewelery, well, u r the kinda person these institutes would be looking for. Al just needed s some focused guidance from the experts.