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Relationship

Match – Me

December 30, 2019

We have been seeing a shift in matrimonial trend where we see many in the early forties n even late fifties or early sixties coming forward to sign up with us . They maybe those who have either missed the bus earlier or are contemplating to give it a second try!
Monika Agarwal
In the early times, parents got paranoid if their children were not married n settled in their twenties! Late marriages have become a trend now.
We, at “Match Me”, have many clients ranging in the age group 40 to 60. Majority of the ones in their forties are career oriented n totally focussed. Marriage was never contemplated in the race of building a successful career. Or maybe they just didn’t meet the right one. Divorce has become very acceptable now . The mindset of parents today has also changed drastically where parents have stopped thinking like the parents of yester years who thought of divorce as a taboo. After a few years of divorce ,Loneliness begins to creep in n the need to resettle for emotional security n companionship makes them want to give marriage a second chance! Children today are also open to the idea of their single parent marrying again! They support their parents to look out for a compatible partner .
We, at “Match Me” are dealing with many ‘second timers’ and it really makes us sit back n think, “Is this the new age, new mindset or the new trend?!?”

Life Style

Can Recycled Fabric Be Used In Home Furnishing Products

December 30, 2019

As consumers become more environmentally conscious and socially aware about the ill-effects of manufactured products, sustainability has become a need in modern times rather than being an advantage. Everyone knows about the impact on earth and its environment due to factories and their manufacturing processes. Sustainably sourced and reused fabrics help everybody do the little that they can to help conserve the Earth’s resources and its environment.
Monika Agarwal

In this regard, recycling has always been considered an environmentally friendly practice. And a recycled fabric is no less sustainable. Design houses can easily come across recycled fabric in the market or reuse the fabric used in the production of clothes and accessories that would have otherwise been disposed off. In fact, propagators of sustainability and eco-friendly practices advise in favour of recycled textiles and fabrics.
On the flipside, however, synthetic fibre comprise of almost 65% of the total world production of fibres. It consumes a lot of oil – which in itself is a renewable resource. Natural fibres like cotton, silk, wool tec. also make use of resources that needs to be conserved. Hence, making use of recycled fabrics will help in reducing the speed of their depletion.

Thus, to help conserve the limited resources Earth has to offer, Veave’s Studio has launched a home furnishing line of products called Teori Living. Products such as Table Mats, Table Runners, Cushion Covers and Tissue Boxes are all made using fabrics that would have been discarded. As Veave’s Studio converts “recycled fabric” into home furnishing products, there are lesser wastes to be disposed off overall. Textile waste would have been otherwise disposed onto land – creating more problems than solving them. In addition, since Veave’s Studio makes use of natural dyes using vegetables, it decreases the chances of harmful decomposition of textile. Moreover, it’s found in their product line that the entire collection presents embroidered and hand woven fabric which no doubt are recycled textiles and a good sustainable practice. This kind of practice is beneficial to the environment and highly recommended in the textile industry. Also, it allows for reduced carbon footprint left behind thereby reducing the overall cost of manufacturing textiles.

Hence, sustainability is advisable to everyone and recycling is a step towards it.
(Inputs By Vatsala Chopra Founder of Veave’s Studio)

Life Style • Women

Samshék raises awareness on fashion technology

December 25, 2019

Plus size styling event was organized in Samshék store at Seasons Mall Pune on 21.December 2019. Samshék, in collaboration with the plus size women of India community, hosted an event at their tech fashion retail store. It was a styling event for plus size women. The purpose was to create awareness about various body types, how technology can help resolve the biggest pain point of fit in the garment and why digital customization is the next upcoming tech in fashion and retail.
The plus-size fashion tech convention was attended by various plus-size influencers, housewives and women entrepreneurs.

Bakir Manasawala, the store manager explained, “Samshék is a tech fashion brand, and we work on zero waste policy, sustainability and digital customization. We have a concept of 3D body scanner which takes 150 measurements in 5 seconds. We are customizing sizes from XS to 9XL which helps consumers to get the perfect fit according to your body type. Because not everybody fits into the mainstream retail clothing system”.

He spoke about the brand, their concept behind body scanning, digital customisation, their future plans and how Samshék is working towards zero waste policy to make their brand more sustainable and ethical.
It was an evening filled with glamour, technology and fashion styling. Various women of all body shapes and sizes tried virtual customization process to understand what kind of garment will suit their body shape.
In their fashion styling segment, the fashion consultant explained about the body types and what clothes they should wear according to their body type; the gorgeous ladies tried their outfits and appreciated the idea of digital customization. She further explained the concept of power dressing and corporate styling “It’s amazing! It’s like a personalized retail experience especially for women who struggle to find clothing in their size” said one of the plus size women Samiksha Bajaj the Co-Founder of Samshék stated, “Everybody type is unique in its own way and women should love it and feel confident about it. With emerging technologies, 3D body scanning and virtual customization, Samshék makes this possible” Samshék is looking for its expansion in the domestic and international market to spread awareness about the concept of virtual customization and zero waste policy through such events. Their vision is to be at the forefront of fashion technology and sustainability in the coming next 5 years and is planning to open up more tech stores in the coming year ahead.

Art & Culture • Main News

BHARATENDU NATYA UTSAV’S THIRD DAY: A PLAY BY SHAKESPEARE

December 15, 2019

NEW DELHI : Bharatendu Natya Utsav, a tribute to the father of modern Hindi literature as well as Hindi theatre – Bharatendu Harish chandra is being celebrated at Kamani Auditorium, Mandi House. The theatre festival, organized by Sahitya Kala Parishad, will be being held at Kamani Auditorium, Mandi House until 12th December 2019 and the last two days will be organized at LTG Auditorium, Copernicus Marg.
The works of eminent litterateurs with some promising contemporary writers and directors are being featured during this 6-day long festival. On the first day of the festival, the audience saw the play ‘Seediyan’ written by Daya Prakash Sinha and was directed by Arvind Singh. This was followed by a musical play ‘Ram Ki Shakti Pooja’ directed by Prathibha Singh and written by great poet Suryakant Tripathi Nirala.
On the third day, the play ‘A journey of Romeo Juliet’ originally written by Shakespeare was presented which was directed by Manoj Kumar Tyagi. The play begins with a scene where Romeo enters the stage without any prior rehearsal of his character and this creates a tension between the actor and the director. Romeo states that he doesn’t feel his character and instead of being a puppet in the hands of the director, he wants the freedom to make decisions on his own according to the criteria. The situation becomes even more tangled when instead of Juliet, Romeo falls for her friend and he has the reason to love her friend. But the director doesn’t allow this because it is against the script. This makes Romeo question the tradition and argue on the life, death, freedom and violence and categorizes them as the two sides of the chess.
Manoj Kumar Tyagi, a resident of Delhi, was a science student and a graduate of National School of Drama. He has worked on various plays and drama across the nation as well as on international level. Manoj Kumar Tyagi has worked with renowned institutes like Delhi University, Ambedkar University, IIT, Delhi to name a few. He has directed many \plays and is currently associated with the noted Marwah Film Institute where he is training the student on acting and direction. Besides, he is also working for various news channels.

Life Style • News/Events

UNIQLO opens its second store in Cyber Hub Gurugram

November 29, 2019

UNIQLO, the Japanese global apparel retailer, today launched its second store in India at DLF CyberHub Gurugram at 1 pm. After its successful debut in October this year at Ambience Mall Vasant Kunj, the latest store location is a one-of-its-kind concept in India that offers a premium socializing zone in the corporate hub of the city. The 12,200 square feet store will introduce a brand new shopping experience for Gurugram customers with its thoughtful designs, high-quality and functional products that are made for all. Around a thousand people queued in front of the store to witness and shop at the store opening.
Commenting on the opening of the store, Tomohiko Sei, CEO UNIQLO India, said, “We are excited to launch our second store within two months of our debut in India. CyberHub is a unique location and is a hub that brings together people from all walks of life, culture and diversities much as UNIQLO’s philosophy of Made for All. We are confident that UNIQLO’s highly functional and high quality apparel that we call LifeWear will be loved by one and all”.
UNIQLO DLF CyberHub will feature UNIQLO LifeWear clothing that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity for men, women, kids and babies. This includes iconic UNIQLO products such as the innovative and functional Ultra-Light Down (ULD), Fleece, Pile lined sweat collection, flannel collection and HEATTECH garments, as well as products featuring premium fabric like denim, cashmere, and Extra Fine Merino. The store will also feature smart casual wear and office wear, including rayon blouses for women, EZY bottoms for men and women, and more.

Spread over two floors and with a total retail space of 12,200 square feet, UNIQLO DLF CyberHub welcomes customers with its minimalistic and futuristic design sensibilities. The store design is well integrated with the design approach of the surrounding buildings and showcases an impactful façade. Anchored by a 10-metre high ceiling, the store is an inviting space for customers. The special 2000 square feet UT corner highlights stainless steel structures and an LED ticker, running from one end to the other. A T- shaped staircase draws the pathway for easy access to the first floor where men and women wear collections are showcased.
In addition, the new store continues UNIQLO India’s Good Neighbourhood Guide endeavor, highlighting the hidden gems of local neighborhoods. This is also to showcase local community efforts and bring them forward to all our customers.

To celebrate the opening of CyberHub store, UNQILO will offer free tote bags to the first 200 customers who queue to shop on the launch day. In addition, an INR 500 welcome coupon will be given to every customer who downloads the UNIQLO India APP before 6th of December. The coupon can be availed at UNIQLO DLF CyberHub store from 28th November to 6th December at a minimum purchase of INR 4000. As a special offer, UNIQLO will also provide exclusive limited deals on the Rayon blouse and the Non-Iron shirt from 28th November to 1st December.

Art & Culture

Book Review : Abyss

November 14, 2019

Book Title: Abyss
Author: Sabarna Roy
Format: Paperback
Pages: 120
Review by: Swapna Peri

Life always beckons with reality and truth however it is seen through the tinted glasses. Every day becomes a challenge in finding the real meaning of life. From his first book, the author has presented all the human-related things and emotions in his five books very intrinsically. In a perfect mixture of fiction and facts, feelings and emotions the concept of life presented by the author seem so true even though some are fictitious.
In the book Abyss, the author pragmatically used a format of storytelling in the form of plays. Abyss is a full-length play in two acts with an interval. It is a crime suspense thriller. The author has presented the characters in a very pleasing manner and holds the grip of the reader’s mind.
Book Title:
The title of the book ‘Abyss’ is interesting
What I like:
The interlacing of the scenes and the narration is done in an excellent way.
The way the author has presented about life and various emotions will move the readers.
Characters:
Every character in the story is plotted very well with interesting narration and characterizations.
Narration:
The narration of the story is engaging and interesting.
Language & Grammar:
Flawless language and good grammar are found in the story.

My Final Verdict:
A thought-provoking book with facts of life that move the reader’s mind and leave them with a great experience. The book is apt for all ages and all groups of readers.

Book Title: 4/5
Book Cover: 3/5
Plot: 4/5
Characters: 4/5
Narration: 3/5
Language & Grammar: 3/5
Final Rating: 4/5
 

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