Le Méridien #JaipurLitFest Day 02
Onto Day 02 of our visit to the city of Jaipur courtesy Le Méridien hotels. ( The story from Day 01 is here. ) Both of us had slept really early…
Le Méridien #JaipurLitFest Day 01
When Le Méridien got in touch with Akanksha and me about a quick visit to the Jaipur Literature Festival with a few days stay at the lovely Le Méridien, Jaipur property,…
My Online Fashion Shopping Experience
MANGO ( December 24th ), ASOS ( December 25th ), and Koovs ( 25th December ). I placed orders on these three online retailers in chronological order. Koovs, being local…
05 #CoverUp
Trench Coat ( wool mix with faux leather trimmings ) from MANGO. Plaid pattern collared, full-sleeves shirt under it ( tailored ), denims from MANGO, sneakers from Nike and doctor’s…
CHANEL Beauty
A girl can always use some beauty-love! And when it’s CHANEL, I say bring it on! Thank you for sending over these goodies CHANEL, unfortunately, some of them I’m not…
Chanel Sunglasses in Bordeaux Rouge
OMG CHANEL! Happy New Year to you as well! I love the sunglasses! They are perfect and I’m already wearing them everywhere! And such an adorable card to boot. I’ve…
How To Work With Bloggers Part 02
Previously, Part 01 : please don’t equate print publication journalists to online / internet bloggers. Secondly, please tell us what you want. In terms of coverage. I understand if it’s…
L’Officiel Magazine Cointreaukini Feature
The L’Officiel Magazine January 2014, India edition, carries a Glam Nights feature story on Shivan and Narresh’s Cointreaukini night with photography by me. Looks like such a splendid piece –…
#KeralaBlogExpress #EyesForKerala
Please vote for me! Kerala Tourism has launched a really lovely initiative where they have invited travel bloggers and photographers – from all over the world – to participate in…
Hermès’ 5th Year in India
Hermès recently celebrated the 5th Year of its presence in India. There was a private event at the French Embassy and I got to get a sneak peek that I…
How To Work With Bloggers Part 01
It is as if every brand and PR agency wants to work with bloggers but no one has any method to the madness. It is still a nascent thing in…
Le Cirque, The Leela Palace, Delhi, Winter 2014 Menu
We’ve dined at Le Cirque a couple of times previously – I always think it isn’t possible to better my previous experience with them but they seem to pull it…
04 #CoverUp
Wanted to go see someone for tea, at their home. Casual but still put together. White linen shirt untucked ( M&S ) with red Jersey-Jacket ( Forever 21 ), Blue…
08 Thoughtwasp
We went to see Dalal Uncle for some help. I was mainly there for his stories though. And the man does have some spectacular tales to share. The doggie, Rio,…
How I Quit Smoking
Yes, I used to smoke. I quit. A whole 365 days ago. What they call “cold turkey”. It was a struggle. The first three months were insane. Doubt grew each…
L’Ambre Des Merveilles by Hermès
And something from Hermès! One of my most favorite brands. L’Ambre Des Merveilles or Amber Wonderland. Eau de Parfum crafted by Jean-Claude Ellena for Hermès. With a beautiful sparkly bottle.…
07 Thoughtwasp
Sometimes, the less said the better. Sunday brunch at Neha’s ( @Ellesmira ) home. The chocolate sauce was something else *wink* Brownies, sweet potatoes, pancakes, chocolate sauce, beer, and LOTS…
06 Thoughtwasp
I love being around people with whom I can have a conversation. I know it sound rather simple but it’s really something else for me. I appreciate good conversation more…
DRVV Real Girls’ Campaign
the world a two-edged sword, duplicity it’s ugly norm in our dual existence, I see a transient truth what matters to one is self; so I make my own reality…
05 Thoughtwasp
The other boy and the dog. This dog ( his name is Senti – because he’s always been senti-mental ) is a huge entertainer. Is not really trained, is probably…
04 Thoughtwasp
We meet him probably once a year. Since he doesn’t live in India anymore. Usually we meet at least a couple of times during his India trip but this time,…
03 #CoverUp
I’m clearly still learning how to pose in front of the camera. But if the popularity of the #CoverUp stories is any indication, I think the practice will hopefully make…
Imran Khan vs. Naina Redhu on Social Media
Forbes Magazine recently carried an article where actor Imran Khan explains why he doesn’t use social media. I’m always interested in the social media angle – interesting to read his…
Bacardi, Untameable Since 1862
Bacardi recently completed 151 years. And they threw a party ( on the 23rd of December – 2013 ). And what a party! I’m still goggle-eyed. This was my second…