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The art of Madhubani holds a very special place in my heart and that is probably the reason why I decided to promote it. I first came to know about the art from  my grandmother when I was 13, and have been in love with it ever since. This post is a small step on my part to spread awareness about Madhubani, and a token of gratitude to the people who have dedicated their lives to the art. Paintings with vibrant patterns inspired by nature , deities, Gods, animals and geometrical shapes. Madhubani/ Mithila was originated in Mithila region of Bihar, during the famous Indian epic, Ramayana. King Janak commissioned a number of artists to create paintings of the wedding of his beloved daughter, Sita with the majestic Ram and thus the art was born. The paintings are not just a pattern of bright colours and shapes, but a canvas of characters narrating a story. Back in the day, women used to paint the walls of their houses, as an illustration of their thoughts, hopes and dre...

First of all, let me tell you that make up is and should be a personal choice. I am in no way asking you to start using make up if you're not comfortable with it because you are beautiful with or without it, and let no one tell you otherwise. :) Secondly, entering the world of makeup with so many brands and products can be a bit overwhelming, to be honest. I still struggle to find the right products, but trust me, only and only the right products will make a difference. To help you out, I have listed some of the products that you can start working with if you are a beginner. PS. I am just talking about base and contouring in this one. I will write about other products in the next post. All the products are the ones that I have tried and tested. 1. Primer A primer is very important as it provides a smooth base for your foundation and makes it last all day long. This step should really not be missed. Some of the primers that I swear by are- •Innisfree no sebum blur primer-...

The frills and flounce that we once wore as kids, have made a huge comeback this season. From runway models to our favorite celebrities and now almost everyone is seen wearing ruffles some way or the other and why not! Getting a perfect look with so many options available may seem a little overwhelming, but the important thing is to make ruffles the focus of your outfit. So, I have listed some of the trendiest and easy to carry apparels and how you can add them to your wardrobe this season. 1. Blouses Tips : a) Do not over accessorise. Try to keep it minimal. b) Go for horizontal ruffles if you want to add volume to your bust, and vertical if you have a well endowed bust. c) If you are not comfortable with the front ruffles, go for something with ruffled sleeves or lower hem. 2. Dresses Who doesn't love dresses! And ruffled dresses are a complete savior when you're looking for something effortless and still want to make a statement. Pair it with a nice pair o...

I think it's time to throw out all the attributes that we used to associate with pink, because it has gone through a transformation. In our eyes, pink still represents femininity, but a daring, confident brand of femininity. From pretty pastels, to highlighted hue to bold, berry tone, it's a fashion's favourite colour this season and is here to stay. I I have created three simple everyday looks using different shades of pink and how you can incorporate them in your wardrobe. 1. Pleated skirts When it comes to skirts, pretty pleats and a medium length is a perfect combo. From work classics to party shimmers, it can act as an oomph factor to your entire look. You can pair it up with blouses, shirts, T-shirts, keeping in mind the look you're going for. I paired this deep pink skirt with a white T-shirt and a pair of stilettos to create an effortless summer look. You can also layer it up using a shrug or a jacket. 2. Florals. It's not groundbreaking when ...

Dudhsagar falls, popularly known as the "Chennai Express falls" is the nature's majestic creation at the Goa Karnataka border, approximately 3 hours from Goa. It is accessible from both Goa and Karnataka. The water is milky white (hence, Dudhsagar) the beauty of which is beyond apprehension, and is one of the highest waterfalls in India. It is a must visit for people looking for something offbeat and are done with the same old places in Goa.                            I got a chance to visit the falls last monsoon. We decided to board the train from Vasco as the road to Dudhsagar Falls was inaccessible at that time. There's a train that runs on that route, which leaves at 7:00 am from Goa and also, the same train returns at 17:00 hours from Kulem, the nearest station to Dudhsagar. After about 2 hours, we got off at Kulem. From there, started a trek of approximately 12 kms. It's better to take a guide as they know...

manjusha kala India is home to one of the world's oldest and most diverse cultures. Language, religion, arts and crafts are just some of the various aspects of it. To write about Indian folk arts is almost like writing about the country itself; so vast, complex, and vibrant. One cannot help but admire the level of diversity present in our country. But as per the recent trends, most of our age old arts may be lost forever in coming fifteen to twenty years, because of decreasing popularity and unemployment.The aim is to preserve them, so that the future generations can know the India that we know, today. With increasing access to social media, it has now become extremely easy to spread awareness amongst thousands of people at a time. Social media is our source of information these days and because of that, I have come across various awareness campaigns going on to save the Indian arts and culture. But the sad truth is that most of the arts that need our attention do not make it ...

Having visited the markets, beautiful lakes, and an architectural wonder, The City Palace , our next stop was Shilpgram. Shilpgram or Shilpon ka gram is a rural arts and crafts complex outside the city, surrounded by the Aravali range. It was basically established with the objective of educating people about the culture prevalent in Rajasthan, as well as life of the people living in that region. small huts cover the entire place Kalbeliya dance If you really want to indulge in the tribal vibe and experience different shades of Rajasthan all at once, Shilpgram is where you should be headed. And not only that, the place has people representing handicrafts of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, and Orissa as well. Attractions of the place 1. Enjoy the cultural music and dance performances by local artists. Bhavai dance, involving women balancing brass pitchers; swaying with their soles on the edge of a glass, Ghoomar dance, performed during auspicious occasions, Kalb...