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Uplift your home with these Duvet Cover Sets by Ideas Home

There is no denying the importance of bed linen to make your home as beautiful as you dream it to be. Ideas is always there to provide you with ample ideas for home décor. As winters are here Ideas has announced reduction in price and in today’s article we are sharing duvet cover sets by Ideas.

This quilt cover will add warmth to your room. It is inviting and will leave a lasting impression on people who use it. The contrasting design on the duvet set is its plus point and is sure to get you compliments for your unique taste. We recommend you to buy this duvet set if you value comfort and style.

This duvet set is for those who value the finer things in life. You are sure to have an amazing taste to fall in love with this duvet set by Ideas. The color combination is mesmerizing to say the least. It is available in all sizes at Ideas website for your convenience.

This beautiful maroon-and-gold quilt cover set is sure to give you a royal feel. It is festive and durable; the best part being that it is available at 30% off. The elegant design is eye-catching and is sure to grab you compliments for your excellent choice. It is made of 100% cotton and can be used all year round. The perfectionist in you is sure to fall in love with the detailing done on this quilt cover set.

Abstract art is always in! Ideas always brings designs and patterns to keep your aesthetic sense feel valued and understood. This quilt cover set is no different! This set is ideal for everyday use where comfort and durability are of key importance. This set is available in single, double and king sizes to suit all your bedding needs.

Here is another beautiful duvet cover set for you to choose from the Easy Care Collection by Ideas. The color simply soothes the eye, whereas the small pattern gives an overall relaxing feel. This quilt cover set is sure to add to the beauty and charm of your bedroom. This is non- iron and wrinkle free making it ideal for everyday use. A must have article this year!

Variety is the spice of life! We are sure you have experienced days when you want something that is different from the ordinary; just like this vintage quilt cover set by Ideas. It is from their Easy Care Collection and does not require ironing as it is wrinkle free; making it your first choice when you have a super busy schedule to follow or for days when you want your bedroom to look its best with minimal effort.

Some designs are just meant for you; this duvet cover set being one of them. We are sure you will adore it just as much as we do for its simplicity yet elegance. The pastel palette of this set instantly brightens up the look and feel of any room without having an overbearing affect which makes it perfect for any bedroom in the house!

All these duvet cover sets along with many, many others are available at Ideas. Better get your shopping done from the comfort of your home by visiting gulahmedshop.com and get all that you want with a small delivery fee of PKR 99.

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IN CONVERSATION With MEHAK ALI By Isra Sheikh

Tell us about your first experience with music?

My first experience with music was great. After learning about music properly I started to understand that music is a separate world which has a connection with God.

How did you get into making music?

I used to participate in competitions during my school days and I soon realised that it’s my passion. I started training snd and now I’ve been in the music industry for 11 years

 

Who are some of your inspirations?

I grew up listening to legends at home since childhood including Nusrat Khan sb, Madam Noor Jahan, Reshma Ji, Atta Ullah sb, Abida Ji so they all are my inspirations.

What song was the most difficult for you to perform and why?

I recorded Bandi in three years because it’s my story and I think it is the story of all strong woman creators.

Who would you most like to collaborate with? 

I would love to collaborate with AR Rehman once in my life

What was the last song you performed?

My last song so far was Kalam “Naari” which means girl.

When will your next album be released?

My next album is going to release in February.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

My goal is to work more harder and definitely try my best to make Pakistan proud at international level.

Any advice for aspiring musicians?

Always stay positive, passionate and down to earth. Art means peace and to be an artist is such a blessing just believe in yourself and never ever stop.

Photography: @imeemnoon | Makeup: @makeupbyalishaz
Wearing: @ybq.designstudios | Insta: @realmehakali

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BEST DRESSED On our radar this fortnight

Waliya keeps it casual chic in this denim and leather look. She pairs wide legged denim pants with a blue top and an oversized leather top. Her black shades and bag tie the look together.

 

Zainab Reza turns heads in this monochrome look. She paired a tube top with a white jacket and black flared pants. Her Coperni bag completes the look.

 

Our fave fashionista Shanzay Sheikh is setting the streets of london on fire with all her looks. We love the fur jacket and chunky shades but most of all we are obsessed with that birkin bag 🙂

 

Fatima Hassan looks like a queen in this saree. She kept the look traditional by pairing it with an old school pearl choker and a potli bag. We love it!

 

One of our absolute favourite looks this fortnight was Ayeza Khan in Faraz Manan. Ayeza looks smoking in this number by FM. She chooses Hollywood waves for her hair and keeps her makeup glowy. Extra props to the glam team for this one!

 

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SK Launch

Shazia Kiyani launched her menswear collection with a bang.

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IN CONVERSATION WITH Haddiya Aazer

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.

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BEST DRESSED On our radar this fortnight

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.

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Less is The New More

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.

 

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Power Foods

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.

 

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BHOOK ON A BUDGET Honey-Roasted Hasselback Potatoes

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

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BEST DRESSED On our radar this fortnight

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.

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In Lahore

Fashion Galore

Fashion Boulevard Lahore hosted their annual festive multi-designer exhibit with much fanfare.

 

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In Lahore

All Things Bridal

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.

 

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Ghar Gharasti Gehnay

Fahad Hussayn presented an exclusive fashion installation of print museum SS 23 called Ghar Gharasti Gehnay. The jewellery was by Fazal Jewellers.

 

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Editor’s Note (DECEMBER 16-31-2022)

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!

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In Conversation With Jehangir Khan

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.

  1. Do a short film as a lead.
  2. Be a successful entrepreneur.
  3. 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!

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MARIYAM NAFEES Television actor talks to us about her career, her bucket list and more

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:

  1. Perform Umrah
  2. Designing and living in the house of my dreams
  3. 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!

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