Shazia Kiyani launched her menswear collection with a bang.
We put together some our favourite looks from Zoya’s wedding. She made a stunning bride and we’ve just can’t get over how well put together all her looks were.
Photographer: Tuba Afzal
Hair and Makeup: Nabila
Styling and art: Moiz Tirmizi
Models: Munsif Ali Khan & Azlaan Butt
Influencer and mama to two little boys Haddiya Aazer talks to us about her life, career and more
Congratulations on your new baby. What’s it like being a mom of 2?
It’s a new and a different feeling altogether as I decided to have my second child after 8 years.
How do you maintain a work life balance?
It’s very hard as I’m juggling in between managing my salon as well as my Instagram blog and most importantly my family. But the key is time allocation.
Do you think the social media industry in Pakistan has changed over time?
A lot. Social media has a relevance now.
What are some of your hobbies?
With my routine there’s no time for hobbies:)
What is your beauty routine?
Taking care of my skin. I dont have a set toutine but i always always cleanse my face before going to bed.
What’s your favourite part about your work?
I enjoy whatever I do. I enjoy running my salon and I love making content for my page. It shows who I am.
Who is your favourite designer?
In Pakistan, Hussain Rehar
Name three things on your bucket list.
Going on a trip alone with my husband is definitely number 1!
Who is your inspiration?
My mother.
Describe your perfect day off when you’re not working.
Relaxing at home with my family.
What advice would you give to young people who look up to you and want to be influencers?
Just follow your dreams and passions.
Sasha Raja turned heads in this Lengha choli at a recent wedding. We love the icy colour and the delicate work on the outfit. She paired the look with a sleek bun and minimal makeup.
Our fave influencer Sophiya AKA Keeping Up With Khan stunned in this green outfit. She almost blends into the leafy green background. Sophiya keeps the look simple by pairing it with a matching green shawl and sparkly flats. We’re obsessed!
Malaecah Malik redefined sexy in this all black outfit. She paired a sparkly black dress with over the knee boots. Her pink Dior saddle bag added a pop of colour to the outfit.
Another one of our favourite eastern looks this fortnight was Neha Maneka in this Fatima Mustafa outfit. The sparkly outfit is just right for daytime weddings. The Botegga clutch and statement earrings tied the look together.
No one does minimal quite like Sadaf Kanwal. She wore this Mariyam D Rizwan outfit to a recent wedding. She accessorised the look with stunning jewels from Neemar and sparkly silver heels and a clutch.
Karachi based clothing brand held it’s first solo exhibition in Lahore. Guests appreciated the concept of the brand which is a blend of minimalism with a touch of bohemian craft. PR was handled by Aura PR by Amber Liaqat.
Salahuddin and Sana Shirazi, founders of Powerfoods, opened thier first outlet in Packages Mall. Powerfoods is the first brand to introduce breakfast and snack options without added sugars, vegetable oils or any kind of artificial/refined/ processed ingredients.
While these potatoes taste good just plain salted, adding a bit of honey and garlic just elevates the flavor and takes it to another level.
If you want a budget-friendly but fancy looking dinner side dish to impress your guests, say hello to honey roasted hasselback potatoes. Not only do they sound fancy, but possibly more importantly, they look like a lot of time and effort must have gone into making them, when in reality, it’s a matter of minutes. And the best part? They taste delicious. While these potatoes taste good just plain salted, adding a bit of honey and garlic just elevates the flavor and takes it to another level. Let’s make them.
Method:
Cut a sliver lengthways of the bottom of your potatoes so that they can sit flat on the baking tray. Using a sharp knife, make thin slices in the potato but DO NOT cut all the way through. Putting the potato on a wooden spoon or between a pair of skewers or chopsticks will help prevent you from slicing all the way down. Repeat with remaining potatoes. Put a small pat of butter on top of each potato and bake until slightly golden. While the potatoes are baking, heat 1/4 cup of honey in a saucepan, and grate in some garlic. Once the honey begins to bubble, add 2-3 tablespoons of mustard and a couple of pinches of salt. Take your potatoes out of the oven and using a baking brush or a spoon, coat each potato with the honey mustard glaze, making sure it falls into all the crevices. Put the potatoes back in the oven, making sure to brush them with the sauce at least twice more, for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and caramelized. Serve warm and enjoy!
Ingredients:
4-5 medium potatoes
1/4 cup honey
2-3 tablespoons mustard
2-3 cloves garlic
Butter
Salt
Shot by Mohsin Khawar
Photographs: Mohsin Khawar
Starring: Emmad Irfani
Label: London Bridge
Ryan Hikmat looks stunning in this traditional outfit. She pairs the outfit with long wavy hair and minimal makeup. We love it!
Neha looks ravishing in this all white look. Her super cool hairstyle steals the show.
Our favourite male fashionista is back with another killer look. Perfect for the winter season!
Haiya turns heads in this silver number. We love the sleek bun and sparkly shoes.
Is there anything sexier than Kiran Malik on a beach?! Her outfit is stunning. We specially love her pearl earrings.
Fashion Boulevard Lahore hosted their annual festive multi-designer exhibit with much fanfare.
All Things Bridal, a multi-brand store housing bridal clothing, jewellery and makeup stations, opened its doors with a bang on 9 Arches, M M Alam Road.
Fahad Hussayn presented an exclusive fashion installation of print museum SS 23 called Ghar Gharasti Gehnay. The jewellery was by Fazal Jewellers.
Dear Reader,
Our December issue is packed with some amazing content. I’m most excited about our cover star this issue, Emmad Irfani, who is an incredible TV actor and model. Emmad is shot by our favourite photographer Mohsin Khawar who truly captured him like never before.
He is famed for his amazing performances in TV serials across Pakistan. We’ve also got our fortnightly roundup of the best dressed celebs and socialites. We saw some stunning looks this fortnight from the Lahori crowd.
Don’t forget to check out of feature called The Winter Bride featuring Zoya Mazhar. All of Zoya’s wedding looks were so perfectly curated. We loved them! And you wont want to miss the fortnightly roundup of our editors’ top picks. Happy reading!
We speak to influencer Jehangir Khan AKA Khan Diaries about his goals, his career as a male influencer and more.
How does it feel being one of the few male influencers in the industry?
It was pretty weird at first, but also game-changing. I always wanted to pave the way for male creators and encourage them to take risks.
How have you seen the social media game change since you started out?
When I started blogging in 2015, there were very few people in the game. Now you pick up a rock and you’d find an influencer underneath.
Who are your favourite Pakistani designers?
Munib Nawaz’s outfits are meant for me, they fit like a glove every time. I also love wearing my mothers brand, The Chapa House which is bringing a fusion of organic block printing back into the fashion game.
What do you do on your days off from work?
As a creative person, the mind never rests. I do like to spend quality time with family and friends and Netflix with my dog Odin.
Do you work out?
Yes! The only way I can fight all my demons. I believe it’s the best therapy for everybody.
What are your hobbies?
Traveling, experiencing different cultures, I also love learning languages.
Name three things on your bucket list.
- Do a short film as a lead.
- Be a successful entrepreneur.
- Take mama for Umrah / Hajj (In’sha’Allah).
What advice would you give to aspiring young people who want to be like you?
People will drag you down even if you join the herd mentality, so be fearless & BE YOU. Don’t be like me or anyone but discover yourself and be the best version of yourself. Also, stay humble!
What’s it like seeing yourself on the cover?
Amazing as always!
How did you decide to pursue acting as a career? Did you always want to be an actor?
Becoming a doctor or an architect was something that used to excite me. Theatre production followed by acting legit just happened randomly. A tiny tv appearance and here I am.
Has your perception of acting industry in Pakistan changed over the years?
Not really although there are surprises every now and then.
What are your hobbies outside of acting?
Travelling, reading, watching shows, exploring – I’m into a lot of things.
What is your beauty routine?
Lots of cleansing, moisturizing and hydration. Face masks every now and then. Also, I like to get hydra facials whenever I get the time.
Do you work out?
I try to keep up with my yoga routine.
How do you handle the fame that comes with being an actor? Does the hate or the pressure ever get to you?
Who doesn’t like fame? No complaints in that department Alhamdulilah. As far as the hate is concerned – I’m blessed with thick skin I believe. Trolls can be horrible and I’ve seen people suffer because of them but fortunately I can conveniently skip the hate. Also, who cares about the hate when there’s so much love in your life?
What’s your favourite part about your work?
Acting: I get to play different roles. I love doing character acting.
Production: the creativity and chaos of shoots
Activism: the satisfaction of fighting the good fight.
Who is your favourite designer?
I’m really liking stuff by YSL these days. I’m not the kind of person who likes everything by her favs so hard to name the list.
Name three things on your bucket list.
Blessed to be ticking a few recently. Some more are:
- Perform Umrah
- Designing and living in the house of my dreams
- Go to every Michelin star restaurant
Who is your inspiration?
My Amma
Describe your perfect day off when you’re not working.
Waking up to a lazy coffee hour in bed with my fur baby and the baby I married. Spending the day with my loved ones, maybe squeezing in an hour for yoga or taking a nice walk in the gorgeous Islamabad winter evening, planning for the upcoming vacation, having dinner at my fav Chinese restaurant followed by late night chit chats while munching on fresh peanuts and Kashmiri tea. Last thing would be catching up on an episode of whatever I’m watching or reading a few chapters of the book I’m reading then.
What advice would you give to young aspiring actors?
Don’t do everything that comes your way. Be selective. Choose wisely and most importantly never get disheartened. There’s always a place for talent!
Kiran Malik opted for a classic black blazer with a deep neckline and a skirt. She accessorized her black outfit with layered diamond necklaces and bracelets. Her exaggerated eye liner adds drama to the look.
Saheefa walked the red carpet in the gorgeous red gown. The beautiful dress featured a cascading trail behind it. She tied half her hair back and kept her makeup simple. She added pearl earrings to accessorize the look.
You can always count on Mehek for a winning red carper appearance. She turned heads at the LSA red carpet in this stunning number by Namah. She kept her style sleek and simple with foxy eyeliner, slicked back hair and a matching clutch bag.
Another clear winner on the red carpet was Urwa Hocane in Sana Safinaz. Urwa wore a dramatic look befitting a top actress and now producer in this all encompassing Sana Safinaz gown. She finished the look with diamond earrings.
Nimra Jacob was another one of the nights big winners taking home the award for the Model of the Year award. She dazzled on the red carpet in this stunning velvet crop top and saree-esque skirt paired with a matching velvet blazer. We love her minimalistic makeup. However, we do wish that she had accessorized the look.
Zainab Reza was the picture of modern elegance in this pink and black dress. The black bodice of the dress fit her to perfection while the pink larger than life, ruffled sleeves added drama to the outfit. She wore her hair in a slicked back bun and accessorized with a black clutch.
Allure by MHT hosted their seasonal exhibit with much fanfare at Fashion Pakistan Lounge.
Coffee Planet and Karamel desserts opened their stations inside Cafe Ganache at Mall One with a fun-filled coffee evening.
