Dhaka Tribune | Saturday, October 18, 2014 | Volume 2, Issue 23
BElles and
the Big CitY
Contents
AvenueT inside...
Editor
Zafar Sobhan
5
CBR 150R
Editor’s note
9
All about massage
therapy
Executive Editor
Shahriar Karim
Managing Editor
Jahangir Hyder
Magazine Editor
Sabrina Fatma Ahmad
Asst Magazine Editor
Mahmood Hossain
Avenue T team
14
Pro tools
Khan N Moushumi
N Anita Amreen
Sabah Rahman
Tausif Sanzum
Sabiha Akond Rupa
16
Around the
world with your
lady-loves
Contributors
Agony Aunt
Tahsin Momin
Adila Hoque
Photography
Sabiha Akond Rupa
Graphics
Alamgir Hossain
Md Mahbub Alam
Colour specialist
Shekhar Mondal
Kazi Syras Al Mahmood
2 Tuned Chick flicks
3 Try out Nail caviar
4 Tech Are you a Blackberry or HTC?
5 Tires Honda CBR for repeated runs
6 Tell Your soul sister from SATC
8 TUCKED IN Up for a girls’ night out
9 Take Care Soothing strokes
10 TrIAL Room Laugh lines
12 Trending SATC style lessons
13 Tailored Going white this season
14 TEmpt Make-up brushes
15 Ticket Omana has it all
16 TRAVELOGUE Vacationing with GFFs
18 Tantalise Banana snack hacks
19 NEWS
Dear Readers,
The transition from the 90’s to the 2000’s
was an interesting bucketload of developments,
particularly in the field of entertainment. Many
will remember the television show “Sex and
the City” as being the ultimate guilty pleasure.
Needless to say, being in the fashion business,
everyone at Avenue T is still pretty obsessed
with the show. From the fashion, to the
friendship, there are so many ways in which it
inspired us, and this week, we share some of
those inspirations with you.
Start off with a ladies’ night in, with a slew
of chick flicks to try out in Tuned. On Try
Out, we have this amazing new manicure for
you to get your hands on. We’ve got plenty
for the guys with cool apps, new phablets,
and the latest in motorbikes, in Tech and
Tires. In Tantalise, we have some awesome
banana snacks for you to beat those midnight
munchies with.
Our special surprise this week is in the Trial
Room, where celebrity BuzzFeed blogger
Imaan Sheikh dishes out on love and life in
South Asia.
Have a stylish week!
Sabrina Fatma Ahmad
Production
Masum Billah
Advertising
Shahidan Khurshed
Circulation
Masud Kabir Pavel
Contact us
[email protected]
www.dhakatribune.com
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Imaan
Sheikh
nailing those
punch lines
This week
Brunch with the ladies? Rock a
statement bag, SATC style
Models: Tasmia Chowdhury, Shaheen Laila,
Tazkira Sattar & Anika Rabbani
Make-up & Styling: Maya Almuqtadir
Photo: Luthful Plabon
Shoot coordinators: Sabah Rahman & N Anita
Amreen
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2 | Tuned
watch
A girls’ night at the movies
What differentiates a chick flick from a guy movie? A little classiness, a little less sweating
on screen and some actual laughs rather than forced ones. Check out the following LOL
flicks with your GFF in your pajamas with pop corn and drinks all around
| Tausif Sanzum
october 21
Project Sollertia: The
Beginning
Venue: Japan Study Center,
University of Dhaka
Mean Girls (2004)
Starring: Lindsay Lohan, Rachel
McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, Tina Fey
Mean Girls has found a cult following
since it first came out a decade ago.
The movie revolves around Cady
who is new to the school system in
America after being home schooled
in Africa. In school, she befriends
Janis. To seek revenge for an insult
committed upon her by the school’s
most exclusive group, the Plastics,
Janis convinces Cady to join the
group and collect information which
they can use against them. What
follows is a series of funny situations
and a lot of self realisation in the
wackiest manner.
Bridesmaids (2011)
Queen (2014)
Starring: Kangna Ranaut, Lisa
Haydon, Rajkummar Rao
One of the best feel good movies
to come out of Bollywood, the
movie stars the gorgeous Ranaut as
a simpleton named Rani, who gets
ditched by her fiance days before the
wedding. She goes on a honeymoon
to Paris alone. In her journey, she
meets the carefree Vijayalakshmi
and a group of three boys who help
her regain her self-respect and
confidence. By the end of the movie,
you end up rooting for Rani and you
know deep inside that here is a girl
who can find her way no matter where
on earth you drop her.
Starring: Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne,
Melissa McCarthy
This one proves that there is nothing
better than an old fashioned female
driven comedy. Annie has recently
lost her bakery business and also
her boyfriend. She moves in with an
irritating roommate. Her best friend
Lillian is getting married and calls her
to be the maid of honour. Here she
meets her fellow bridesmaid of whom
she develops a hatred towards Helen
who reciprocates the feeling too. After
a series of mutual spillage of hatred,
Helen succeeds in getting Annie kicked
out of the wedding.
Catch the movie over the weekend
to find out if Helen gets back her grace.
october 24
The Heat (2013)
Animation Film
Festival 2014
Starring: Sandra Bullock, Melissa
McCarthy
Venue: TSC (1st Floor), University
of Dhaka
Sex and the City 2 (2010)
Starring: Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim
Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia
Nixon
There is going to be a whole group
of people who will argue about
the placement of this movie in
this list but the story about four
friends wearing high end fashion
brands and travelling to the
deserts of Arabia definitely makes
a fun watch. Carrie and Mr Big
are finally married but she feels
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the excitement missing from her
life, Samantha has her own libido
related problems, Charlotte is tired
of being the good wife and taking
care of the kids while Miranda is
dissatisfied with her job. Due to
a new gig, Samantha manages to
sneak in her GFFs to Abu Dhabi.
Watch what happens when the
two different cultures clash and
find out if women in Abu Dhabi are
really all that different from Carrie
and her group of girls.
As if the two names mentioned above
are not enough to guarantee a fun
movie. Bullock and McCarthy star as
cops on a trail to uncover a drug cartel.
This is coupled with the personality
clash between the methodical
character of Bullock and the rash
brutish one of McCarthy. It might not
have high octane car races or macho
sweaty heroes but it has two lovable
female stars who make the most
obnoxious situations look dead funny.
If you are still hungry for more,
there’s Steel Magnolias (1989),
Miss Congeniality (2000), The
Women (2008) and The First
Wives Club (1996).
Try Out |
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diy
Cuticle couture:
A manicure
recipe
A beautylicious DIY manicure
| N Anita Amreen
Nothing screams luxury like these stunning caviar dipped nails. A raging new trend, these textured nails are delicately styled with none other than our
favourite caviar pearls. Channel your inner Coco by trying your hand at this easy DIY without breaking the bank. Head to your closest lace store and take
your pick, and you’re ready to go!
1
2
Directions
You’ll need
• Microbeads *
• Nail polish (a clear one and
another one in a shade of your
choice)
• Nail polish remover
• Cotton buds
• One old newspaper
• One small bowl
*Available at any lace/bead store
1. Remove any previous remains of nail polish using
your nail polish remover
2. Clean and buff each nail to prepare it for your
textured manicure
3. Paint each nail in one layer of clear nail polish. Let
it dry for five minutes
4. Now, paint each nail in the colour of your choice,
allowing it to dry
5. Once dry, place a newspaper on your work desk
and a bowl as big as your palm
6. Paint one nail in a thick second layer of colour.
Instantly begin sprinkling the microbeads onto
your nail. Let the excess fall back into the bowl
under your hand
7. Gently press down on your nail to let the beads set
into the polish
8. Repeat on all the other nails
9. Once they’re ready, paint one more layer of clear
nail polish over each nail and let it dry
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4 | Tech
troubleshooting
Looking
ahead
gadgets
Which one are you?
Matching your personality with your phone
| Mahmood Hossain
The new Windows 10 will be
released sooner than you expect.
Here is a list of facts to know before
you experience the new operating
system for your PCs.
1. You can expect the new upgrade
sometime next year. However,
users will be able to join the
Windows Insider Program that
lets you use an early build of the
Windows 10. Do take note that
you’ll run into some faulty bugs
here and there, that’s for sure.
2. The new Windows will run
across all devices. This OS will
run on everything from your
desktops to your smartphone,
while the UI will adjust
considering the different screen
sizes.
3. Some things are better left
untouched. The 10’s new “oldschool” look will present itself
in the Start menu. This means
you won’t have to deal with the
8’s full-screen Start menu or
apps. Instead, the touch-friendly
menu will be optional.
4. Performance, as expected, is
going to be even better. You’ll be
able to view all your tasks in the
taskbar, while a new quadrant
layout will let you split the
screen so that you can view four
different apps at the same time.
5. This would be a good time to
possibly upgrade your hardware,
be it a desktop or tablet.
Windows 10 will require certain
upgraded specs to run smoothly.
For example, the Windows 8.1
setup introduced a 64-bit system
that bumped older processors to
the curb.
If you’re planning on getting a new
PC, it’s recommended you wait a
few months until the new crop of
computers start rolling out with
Windows 10. You won’t have to deal
with the hassle of spending more
money and time in upgrading.
Share your troubleshooting
problems, write to us at
[email protected]
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| Mahmood Hossain
It’s getting harder and harder
for people to choose the right
smartphone. While no single
model is perfect, it leaves plenty
of questions and doubts. What you
may not know is that your choice
of brand and smartphone says
a lot about who you are. Here’s
a fun take on gadgets based on
research information gathered from
various resources like Exponential
Interactive and Dr Paul Harrison of
Deakin University.
Apple iPhone
For the so called upper class, those
who earn more clearly prefer the
iPhone. Shocked? Of course not.
They are ridiculously expensive,
maybe not as absurd as a Vertu
(that’s a whole different story), but
a small percentage of smartphone
users will lean towards the iOS.
These users frequently travel, drink
plenty of “premium” bottled water,
and prefer wine over beer. You get
the picture. White collar folks, we’re
looking at you.
Samsung
smartphones
Opting for yoga for
exercise, rather than
running? Those are the
Samsung folks. These
users aren’t as heavy
smartphone users like the
Apple people. The use of
phones is moderate, and
they are more open to
new experiences. You’ll see them more
likely driving a Toyota than a BMW, and
favour Rafael Nadal over Roger Federer.
HTC crowd
Don’t judge them. They tend to have
a relaxed attitude towards work
(not lazy), but love playing video
games. The brand also identifies with
families or men who are more family
oriented. And unlike the Samsung
fans, they rather cheer for Federer.
Blackberry outfit
They want to be taken seriously,
having no time for those countless
apps on other smartphones. While
they might carry an iPhone or
Android device as well, they cannot
function in their careers without a
Blackberry handset. They are a little
bit old school, mixed with the new.
The rest of the bunch
Motorola users are big fans of dance
music, the LG crew are fond of
Xbox and are more likely to buy an
HDTV over any other device, while
Sony lovers are brand loyalists. You
have to remember all of this is a
generalisation, not everyone is alike
and tastes will differ.
apps
The AA meeting
Two is always better than one, especially when it’s free
| Mahmood Hossain
Google Play Store
Ask Me Anything (AMA) is an app that
can be used to throw questions at
famous celebrities, to leading figures,
or just to your average Joe with
something special to offer. It seems as
if the developers from Reddit.com are
presenting this app as an interview
tool for all smartphone users. Just
like any other modern day app, this
has a wonderful laid out design. The
idea behind it though, is very simple
and very fun. You’ll be updated on all
the AMA interviews, letting you ask a
question when someone is marked as
“Active.”
The same goes for notifications,
as you’ll never really miss out
on an interview that is currently
trending on AMA. The app also
allows you to be more active by
voting questions and answers up
and down to make sure the best
content is provided first.
Apple App Store
Snapguide has to be the most beautiful
DIY app in the market. For quite some
time, people have had to explore
through Pinterest to find certain
recipes or décor ideas. Snapguide
changes all that. What we have here
is a legitimate “how-to” app that lets
you dive right into cool and fresh ideas
that you can apply to your everyday
life. They’ve got pretty much every
category covered that a particular
lifestyle magazine would have. As their
main website states, this is a hub for
the makers.
You can either create a “Guide” or
head into discovering other “howtos” made by other users. The best
part is you can do all of this on the go.
Tires |
wheels
Road rage
Honda
CBR 150R
Off on the
wrong foot
| Adila Hoque
A rider’s delight, that puts a smile
on your face on every twist of the
wrist
| Tahsin Momin
Available at:
Here it is, the Honda CBR 150R and
it surprisingly looks familiar. With
the introduction of the CBR 150R,
Honda has taken a major stride
forward to make its mark in the
much dominated 150cc segment in
the sub-continent. This to-date is
Honda’s most aggressive move to take
a more prominent stand in the Asian
motorcycle market. The CBR 150R,
much like the CBR 250R, takes in a
good deal of design cues from the VFR
1200. You would most probably end
up mistaking the CBR 150/250 for each
other on-road. But then, the similarity
ends right there.
Karnaphuli Motors
28/A, Kakrail (V.I.P Road), Dhaka-1000
Phone: +88-02-8318070,
+88-02-9356434
Design
Honda CBR150R comes in abundance
with the fine tuned mesmerising
features, making it one of the most
sought after bikes in the market. It
features unique Y-shaped headlights
that provide extra visibility while
riding at night. The side mirror
handles on the other hand are in
line with the windshield, similar to
bigger bikes. The separated signal
lights with a round built-in tail light
further enhance the sporty look. The
speedometer is well designed with a
clear display of speed, rpm, fuel and
engine temperature at plain sight.
Like all other high-end bikes, the CBR
150R features disc brakes both at the
front and rear. This bike without a
doubt shows a persona to become
a great lure among motorcycle
enthusiasts.
Technology
According to Honda, the CBR 150R
features a PGM-FI electronic fuel
system that aids in boosting the fuel
mileage and achieve Euro III emission
standards.
There’s no doubt that the Honda
CBR 150R is built for repeat runs. It is
a practical everyday sports bike. The
CBR 150R, looks apart, is extremely
comfortable, returns excellent fuel
economy, and most importantly has
a crazy engine with equally amazing
dynamics. But, it lacks a lot in terms
of goodies at this price point. Well,
in reality, most companies give you
exactly what you want but it will be
a compromise to live with. On the
other hand, Honda gives you an easy
everyday bike that encourages you to
become better and extract as much as
you can from it.
Performance and handling
The heart of the Honda CBR 150R is
based on a 149cc four-stroke single
cylinder DOHC engine with CDI
ignition paired to a six-speed wet
clutch manual transmission. The
combined maximum power output
is 18.5HP at 10500rpm and 13.5Nm
of torque at 8500rpm. The bike
employs dual-telescopic shocks at
the front while the rear is suspended
by a monoshock. The adjustable
monoshock suspension provides
a more dynamic and responsive
feedback even in terrible road
conditions. The disc brakes at both
front and rear are the right stuff which
are very precise and allow you to
avoid any sort of unwanted mishaps
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AUTO CORRECT
Why is the speedometer
needle not moving?
Sounds like a bad speed sending unit or a snapped speedometer cable
depending on what car you are using. All cars earlier of 2000 are equipped
with speedometer cable and all cars onwards of 2000 are equipped with a
speed sending unit; both can be easily replaced without creating a huge dent
on your wallet. But we would recommend replacing the entire gauge cluster
instead of repairing it.
There are a billion perks of living
in a country that is as conveniently
impoverished and needy as ours.
However, more often than not, we
are forced into situations when
we genuinely wish it wasn’t the
case. For instance, the make-shift
“stalls” we come across in front
of our schools that sell cheap
cosmetics and clothing items, and
sometimes even shoes, attract a
larger crowd of aunties than do the
more sophisticated stores in town.
They spread out their pink cloths
across the pavement like they own
it, showing off all the magical glitz
hidden comfortably inside their
sacks. The aunties, enamoured of
the cut-rate pricing, will not let go
of a chance, such as this, to bargain.
They stand on their swollen feet for
hours in a row, buying bedsheets
and clothes they could care less
about and haggle away their lunch
time while making their children
wait outside with a lollipop inside
their mouths, their faces melting
in sweat. Yes, the lollipop was
indispensable to our sanity. Sadly,
we all are way too accustomed to
this scenario to care anymore.
Frankly, I applaud their earnest
dedication to attain the high chair
of bargaining. The men selling
these “necessities” have become
more than just a fad in our town;
they’re an icon. Everywhere we go,
we’ll somehow find them hovering
around a corner, and somehow
they’ll attract the ladies. No matter
how much cash the women have
in their reticules to spare, they
Photo: Big Stock
would still always want to have the
maximum items at the minimum
price.
Quality will happily wait, as it
has for over four decades.
The most irksome characteristic
about these dysfunctional, mystical
luminaries is their persistence.
They have been around for the
longest time and it does not look
like they’ll be going away any time
soon. In fact, no matter how much
one hates them, the next generation
will always have a reason to go
running to them with open arms.
Got a peeve to share about the state of the
city’s roads and traffic? Sends it to us at
[email protected], or post it on
our Facebook wall.
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6 | Tell
issues
In denial
Photo: Big Stock
I think my mother is going crazy. She
has been having hallucinations and is
always worried about something or
the other. A few days ago she started
suffocating in the car saying that
someone was crushing her windpipe. We
got her to the hospital and our doctor
said that there was nothing wrong with
her; all he asked her to do was take long,
deep breaths. He told me to get her to
see a psychiatrist as soon as possible. She
is also suffering from multiple cardiac
conditions, hypertension and diabetes.
All of this combined makes her condition
a lot more complicated than it really is.
The doctor at the hospital was convinced
that she is suffering from depression but
she won’t acknowledge it, let alone seek
help. My father is always busy and said
he cannot be bothered with such “small
issues” so I have nowhere else to go.
All my relatives live in the village. How
do you help someone who thinks she
doesn’t need it?
Anxiety attacks can surprise any of us in
our lives. When we cannot cope with a
deep issue within us, our body and mind
seem to play tricks on us, and suddenly
we feel we cannot breathe and all sorts
Aries (MAR 21-APR 19)
| Agony Aunt
of fears surface. I think it is a good idea
for your mother to see a therapist (she
is not going mad, it’s still something
unresolved). When she is affected by her
anxiety state ask her:
• To first breathe out. Do not ask a
person short of breath to breathe
in, they feel they are suffocating,
ask her to imagine blowing a
candle or take a paper bag and ask
her to blow in it
• Then ask her to slowly breathe in
• Reassure her that you are with her;
do not tell her there is nothing to
worry - a worried person needs to
see that you understand her state
• Keep exhaling and inhaling with
her - it really helps
• She may refuse, but persist
• You can find lots of breathing
exercises on YouTube that she can
practice
• Do little things for her - make her
a cup of tea, take her to the park,
bake with her
Rome was not built in one day, as the
saying goes, but one stone at a time. It
is the small little things that make the
world go around in a big way.
Our Agony Aunt is a life coach
and a relationship coach as well
as a corporate and organisational
consultant. AA lives and works in
Bangladesh but travels extensively
around the world to attend seminars
and see her clients
People around you are drawn to
your leadership skills, as always. Use
your talent to benefit others and it
will take you far.
Taurus (Apr 20-May 20)
Watch your finances. Get all your
ducks in a row before stepping into
any major commitments. Organise
yourself and shape your life back in
order.
Gemini (May 21-Jun 20)
Don’t be afraid to take chances. If
you don’t learn to take risks, you’ll
never find the answers you are
looking for.
Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22)
Horos
You should take time to think things
through before making any longterm plans. Take into account all
the possible risks and balance them
against the possible outcome, along
with other alternatives.
Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22)
You’ll probably realise that you’ve
been working yourself too much and
that you need to keep at it to get
where you want to be.
Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)
Try to understand that not everyone
is as absolute as you are when it
comes to decisions. Accept your
friends and family for what they are
and don’t get in the way of anything
that should benefit someone, even if
it’s not something you want.
quiz
Which Sex
and the City
character are
you?
We all have often wondered which one of the Sex and the City
angels we resemble the most. Take this quiz to find out your soul
sister!
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What is your attitude towards
children?
a) They are the bane of your existence
b) You love them
c) Depends on your mood
d) You’ll find out one day
Which of these websites are
on your Most Visited?
a) Blue movies
b) Home improvement
c) Finance and News
d) Shopping and Celeb Gossip
Where do you stand on the
notion of Valentine’s Day?
a) Depends on what’s happening
after dinner
b) Depends on who you’re spending
it with
c) I hate it
d) It’s just another day
How do you deal with a horrible
first date?
a) You point out your discomfort to your
date
b) You remain silent to be polite
c) Treat it like an experiment and play
Twenty Questions
d) Call your BFF from the bathroom and
vent
What do you think is your
spirit animal?
a) Lion
b) Woodpecker
c) White tiger
d) Poodle
What is your take on
monogamy?
a) It is practically impossible
b) Hands down, yes
c) You want to think it still exists
d) You don’t really know
Tell |
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tact
Libra (Sep 23-Oct 22)
You’ll find yourself being surprised
by all the little things you’ve been
learning from experience. Try to
keep an open mind and you will find
there’s a lot more to come!
Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21)
Various new complications will
enter your life and you may not be
completely prepared. Try to find a
mutual balance between them and
make the most of it.
Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21)
You need to indulge yourself in some
alone time if you’ve been feeling a
little off the past few weeks. Things
may seem a little onerous right now,
but rest assured, good things are on
their way.
scope
Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19)
You will be facing a few new
dilemmas this week; consider all the
facts before jumping into anything
in the long-run.
Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 19)
It is likely that you will find yourself
opportunities to learn new things,
and they may come in any form.
Make the best of it.
Pisces (Feb 20-Mar 20)
If you’ve been curbing the adventure
in you, this is the time to let it out.
Go out there and do all those things
you never did before.
Later, frenemies!
How to spot those troublemakers before they ruin you
| Sabah Rahman
As ladies, we’ve all had one or a few of
these horrible souls in our lives at one
point or another. There is nothing worse
than having toxic people all up in your
business. Pin point the culprit in your life
and tell her not to let the door hit her
behind on the way out. Here are three
types of women you should avoid.
The hater
You know the bitter friend we’re talking
about, the one that always finds negative
things to say to your face to bring
you down a notch or two. You get an
awesome new gig and she points out
that the company must have been really
desperate. You buy a new outfit and she
asks if you’re sure you don’t want to lose
those last 3-lbs before strutting out in
it. It doesn’t matter what the situation
is, this person is always quick to cut you
down and dish out “friendly” advice
that just really hurts. We’re not saying
real friends should always sugar coat
things and not tell you what’s up, but
her derogatory comments are probably
masking some deep insecurities she is
dealing with. She puts you down so she
can feel better about herself. It’s simple.
Ask yourself why you would even want to
be around such a Debbie Downer. Bet you
won’t even find one good reason.
The drama queen
Every other day is a different struggle for
Samantha Jones
If over 50% of your answers are a’s,
you are undoubtedly the fierce and
independent Samantha Jones. You know
exactly what you want and you’re not
worried about whose shoes you have to
step on to get them. According to you,
men are nothing but a means to an end.
You want the power that they bring you,
and there is no going around it.
Charlotte York
If they incline mostly towards b’s, you
would be the timid but otherwise sweet
Charlotte York. Your trust in a happilyever-after might lead you to a heartbreak
or two, but that doesn’t shake your belief
in it. Fairy tales were made for you, and
one day you’ll find yourself in one of
them. Some people might think you’re
naive and a far-fetched romantic, but one
day your dreams will come true.
Miranda Hobbes
If your answers are mostly c’s, you would
be the strong and independent Miranda
Hobbes. You are an if-you-want-it-goget-it, and according to you, men do
not define your chances at happiness.
However, your business-mindedness
does not mean you do not want a man
who would take care of you and all your
sorrows.
this one, most that are invented to get
attention. It can never be about you since
she thinks it’s her god given right to be at
the centre of the universe. She makes a
fuss about how all men are horrible, but
continues to date one loser after another.
She just can’t stop complaining. Your
news feed is chock full of her negative
statuses about her miserable life. The
worst part? She’ll probably try to stir
up some chaos in your life so you two
can be “in it together.” What to do? Stay
calm. Keep a safe distance and slowly cut
her drama out of your life. When she no
longer gets a reaction from you, she’ll
move on to the next victim who will give
her the time of day.
The boyfriend stealer
The Urban Dictionary says it best: “a
skank that lies, deceives and manipulates
and does whatever she needs to, to get
him out of your arms and into hers.”
We girls have a code too. The unspoken
rule should exist, but girlfriend is still
giggly and twirling her locks every time
your man walks by. It’s been proven that
some women get off on hooking up with
someone else’s main squeeze. However,
you can’t only blame the girl when it
comes down to this ugliness. You need to
think about what kind of man you were
with in the first place if he fell for it. Tell
her and your loser ex-boyfriend to be on
their way out of your life.
Carrie Bradshaw
Lastly, if you pick d’s, you are the Carrie
Bradshaw, narrator of the series. Fashion
is your religion. You are a girl with dreams
of your own, and you constantly find
yourself struggling to maintain a tough
balance between your active love life,
a career and time to spend with your
friends. You want to have it all.
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8 | tucked In
Digs & Finds
Cosy corner
Chairs for the bedroom corner
Photos: Akhtar Furniture
host
Let the fun begin
After a long week of listening to your nagging boyfriend or cleaning the diapers of
your baby, you owe yourself a well deserved break. Just ring up your girlfriends
and invite them to the ultimate girls’ night out
| Tausif Sanzum
Here are various fun ideas which
you can incorporate for the perfect
girls’ get together:
You and your friends can go and
watch a movie at Cineplex. This
can be followed by some goofing
around in the mall revisiting those
giggly, girly, sweet 16 years. A little
shopping doesn’t hurt either. A
visit to the nearest spa with your
girl gang will help you relax and
lose all the stress before having a
fun filled night.
What is more fun than free
make-up sessions? Download some
exciting YouTube videos of makeup tutorials. In case you don’t have
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Mirpur, Dhaka-1216
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5/3 Monipuripara, Shangshad
Avenue, Tejgaon, Dhaka-1215
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some of the cosmetics shown in
the videos, ask your friends for
help. Once the girls are in, give
each other a new exciting do. Put
on those glam aviators and pose
away till you find the perfect shot
for your Facebook profile. Make
reservations at a posh restaurant
and have a lavish meal while
having a hearty catch up session.
In case you girls are planning
to stay home, there is an array of
things you can do. Google a few
DIY ideas to make cool things
which you and your friends can
enjoy. Even if the final products are
shabby, you will surely have fun.
Take the measurements of your
friends and ask each one of them
to bring a clothing item for another
person for the night. This will be a
nice surprise for all the guests. You
can get a little naughty by having a
few cocktail shots while watching
Magic Mike. Lose a few calories
while having fun by turning the
speakers loud and shaking your
booty to the new JLo track.
If you chicas still want to hang
out more, plan a trip to Cox’s Bazar
or Srimongol together, minus the
family. Resorts such as Mermaid,
DuSai and Grand Sultan are built
for your sweet getaway.
Take care |
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health
Knot your
problem anymore
Do your research before stepping into the spa
| Sabiha Akond Rupa
There is no disagreeing with the health benefits of body massages. Body massages are beneficial for both mind and body. There are over 200 types of
different massage therapy around the world to choose from! Before deciding on which one to opt for, get your research done to find out what kind of
massage you need the most. Whether you need one for stress control and relaxation or you are looking for a certain type of massage therapy to improve
your health condition – let the therapist know the type and technique you are expecting from them.
Thai massage
It is often believed that Thai massage is for lazy
people! The therapist uses his or her body to
move the client in a variety of positions which
manipulate the client’s body, moving it in yogalike stretches. The therapists will work on the
compression of muscles, mobilisation of joints,
acupressure, etc.
Trigger point massage
Benefits:
Boosts energy
level, increases
flexibility,
overall health
and well-being.
Deep tissue massage
This massage applies deep pressure onto specific
trouble points. The therapists use slow, intended
strokes that focus pressure on layers of muscles and
connective tissues under your skin. It may not be
right for you, if you are looking for relaxation and
stress relief because even after the session is over,
you may feel pain for a few days.
Benefits:
Treating stiff,
painful trouble
spots like the
shoulder, neck
and back sprains.
Swedish massage
A deep tissue massage and a
trigger point massage are very
similar, the only difference is
that the therapist pinpoints the
exact troubled muscle areas and
uses deep pressure to help you
relax.
One of the most popular massages
these days, the therapists use their
thumbs, fingertips and knuckles
to apply circular pressure on the
muscles to relax the entire body.
The Swedish massage therapy
increases the oxygen level in the
blood, helping you to slip into
tranquility in no time.
Benefits: Releases chronic
muscle pain and tension.
Benefit: Stress relief, relaxation
and releasing cramped muscles.
Hot stone massage
Special stones are used as massaging tools during
this massage therapy. Basically, the therapist
places the hot stones on the acupressure points.
The direct heat of the stones relaxes the muscles
and expands the blood vessels. This entire process
helps the blood flow throughout the body.
Benefits:
Releases chronic
pain, reduces
stress and
promotes deep
relaxation.
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10 | Trial room
Life is a
masala movie
We have a serious heart to heart with the mastermind behind the accurate and honest portrayal of
Bollywood on BuzzFeed. Well, not too serious
| Mahmood Hossain
3
Did you ever think you’d
gain so much popularity
through something so simple
yet brilliantly funny? And we’re
assuming you’ve been funny all your
life.
I never imagined my pieces would
be read by any more people than the
few friends I have. It just happened.
I don’t think I’m all that funny in real
life, but I do enjoy cheering people
up. Laughter is extremely important
to me. I feel like it’s something we
take for granted. Everyone should
have a good, hearty laugh whenever
they can.
In the early stages of
life we were given a
fantasy, hoping to fulfil
it through the cinematic
guise of our so called
life. Girls tend to picture
their dream guy to be as
“perfect” as the leading
men on the big screen.
The fellas on the other
hand, wouldn’t mind
taking part in an item
number, through the
process of saving a
damsel in distress of
course. We cringe. As
we mature, we realise
our expectations and
dreams have shattered.
Imaan Sheikh wants to
continue that trend with
a humorous twist. Look
at it this way - at least
you can help the future
generations to avoid the
treacherous allure of
big studio productions.
Well, at least show them
the difference.
Photos: Courtesy
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4
Majority of us have grown up
with Bollywood, or in other
words, the overly dramatic
culture. What has to be the most
dramatic thing you’ve come across
in life?
Dramatic Chipmunk. YouTube that.
Love it (winks).
5
How wonderful would life be if
every problem could be solved
by singing and dancing?
It would be amazing! But I’m probably
just saying that. I can still solve my
weight problems by dancing though
and, hey, I’m not doing that, right?
Imaan took us all by surprise when she presented the online world with
an honest and accurate version of the familiar classics we’ve seen from
Bollywood. We were fortunate enough to steal this BuzzFeed writer away from
her busy schedule to answer a few questions we had for her.
1
We have to know what possessed
you to take a simple MEME
concept and create an entire
translation out of it. How long does it
take you to complete one?
Memes are popular internet
phenomena. But I didn’t do a meme
concept haha, it’s just the same font
as memes really. It takes me about a
week to complete one. It used to take
a couple of days but with a full-time
job, it’s harder to do.
2
We love the fact you don’t hold
any punches, you roll with
them. It’s a comedic skill we
appreciate. Do you ever find yourself
laughing in the process of putting
texts and screenshots together? What
goes on in your head?
Sometimes I do find myself laughing
but it isn’t at what I write on the
pictures that makes me laugh. It’s
the insane stuff that I have to hold
back because as followers of my
pieces might know, I’m rather sailormouthed. I laugh and think “What
the hell, Imaan, you can’t say THAT!”
6
What annoys you the most
about Bollywood films
nowadays?
The music isn’t memorable, at least
for me.
7
On the subject of certain
annoyances, what bothers you
most about the portrayal of
relationships on-screen compared to
real life?
I have never lived in India so I don’t
know if this happens (and forgive me
if it does), but are live-in girlfriends/
boyfriends a reality? I see that often
in movies and wonder if it’s cool with
people there. I’m all for whatever the
hell kind of relationship people want,
by the way. Everyone should live
the way they like. I just don’t know/
reckon if live-in relationships are
common/accepted in India. Fantastic
if they are.
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Trial room |
8
What is the single most
important thing that you would
like to tell to both men and
women out there when it comes to
reality vs expectations?
About relationships? One thing, for
both, men and women - none of us
actually look like porn stars. Some
of us are fuzzy, unfuzzy, chubby, too
skinny and not perfectly shaped.
Lower your expectations so you’re
pleasantly surprised (laughs). Let’s
get platonic!
9
Be honest, how many men have
gracefully raised their arms,
given you a dreamy look, and
started to sing a classic song from an
SRK movie?
There actually was one boy in school
who did that. It was surprisingly
terrifying.
10
When all is said and done,
where do you go from
here? What more can your
fans online expect from you?
I have just started. I still have a
long way to go and I’m currently
focused on my BuzzFeed job. I’m
concentrating on being innovative
with humour.
Head on over to facebook.com/
ImaanSay to hit the Like button or
check out her best work at buzzfeed.
com/imaansheikh and her blog at
imaansheikh.wordpress.com
There actually
was one boy
in school who
did that. It was
surprisingly
terrifying
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12 | Trending
style session
with Sabrina Fatma Ahmad
Trend report
If you’re not into really “out there”
fashion, this fall promises to be
a good one for you. The global
runways have spoken, and trending
this season are comfortable, no-fuss
styles you don’t have to break the
bank over.
Midnight garden
Be it the popularity of grittily
rebooted fairytales, the flirty florals
of spring take a darker turn for
the Autumn season. Vintage rose
motifs flower against backdrops of
midnight blue, oxblood and deep
forest green. While brands like
Abercrombie and Fitch are putting
this print on their new denim,
you can take the trend to a deshi
destination by opting for chiffon and
georgette saris in dark fall colours.
fashion
4 style lessons
from SATC
Schooled by the fab four
| Sabah Rahman
Sporty luxe
Sweatshirts have been considered
the top wear equivalent of mom
jeans in terms of dowdiness. No
longer is this true, with the fancy
and indulgent new offerings of
brands like Macy’s. With lace
detailing, luxious fabrics, this
drapey garment is both utilitarian
and chic. What makes Dhaka so
awesome in this respect is that
you can find great ones at bargain
prices at Doja. Pair with dressy jeans
and pearls, and they’re even party
appropriate.
When it comes to the iconic show, we all know we've watched a few episodes whether we admit it or not. All four
characters have their distinctive sense of style. With Carrie's unique ensembles, Charlotte's delicate, feminine
dresses, Miranda's flair for menswear or Samantha's loud sex appeal, many of us can hardly deny that SATC
didn't have an impact on us when it came to fashion. Here are a few lessons we kept close to our hearts long after
the show was over:
Booty revolution
You know this city is going places
when you find ankle boots in our
local shoe stores, and people are
finally letting go of their “cowboy”
stereotype to embrace the trend.
Bata and Apex both have a limited,
but absolutely fabulous range of
booties that could turn your outfit
from meh to wow in no time at all.
Whether you’re rocking a kameez
and leggings, or a sweater and jeans,
a good pair of ankle boots will be
your best friend, all the way through
fall and winter.
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Don’t be afraid to experiment
There is no doubt all the ladies
were unique in their own way,
but Carrie’s care-free way of
dressing herself struck a chord
with women worldwide. The
lady was the very definition of
edgy, strutting her stuff in the
infamous tutu skirt paired with
a plain ribbed tank. Whether
she was all glammed out or just
strolling the streets in casual
chic, the look was all about
playing with different styles
and trends. Try it out by mixing
vintage pieces with modern
counterparts. Fashion should be
fun and Carrie’s quirky outfits
were always a pleasant riot.
Don’t let your age dictate how
you dress
Love her or hate her, Samantha
was the eldest among the
friends, but she never let that
get her down in the dumps. Just
because you’re getting older
doesn’t mean you need to throw
in the towel and let yourself
go. Samantha taught ladies that
you can ooze sex appeal well
over your 40s. You don’t have to
exactly copy her look or reveal
too much skin. She also wore
power suits and bold trousers.
Embrace bright colours and bold,
printed clothing in the perfect
fit.
Know when to invest
It’s always a good idea to splurge
on a few key items when it
comes to your closet, even if
you have to save up for them. By
key items, we mean things that
will never go out of style like a
leather bag, versatile boots and
classic blazers. They are worth
the dent in your wallet and will
last for years. Sometimes quality
beats quantity.
Always be yourself
If you like dressing girly, go for it.
Take a second look at this week’s
cover to get inspired by how
we put a local spin on things.
Lace saris and pearls can always
do the trick. Prefer menswear?
You’re in luck. It hardly ever
went out of style throughout the
decades. Your clothes should be
a reflection of your unique self.
Think of it this way - there is
only one you in the whole wide
world. Make the most of it!
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Tailored|
his style
Getting the white right
No rules against wearing white trousers, but it is how you wear them that counts
| Mahmood Hossain
We live in a tropical climate, which
means we have certain advantages
and disadvantages. Wearing white
trousers is quite similar. White
clothing is all about being fresh,
clean and light, keeping the heavy
burden at bay. That’s all fine and
dandy up until you ruin your new
white trousers. There’s nothing
wrong with white, no matter if it’s
day or night, however here’s how to
style yourself in the correct manner.
Repeat out loud: It-is-goingto-get-dirty. Don’t be in denial by
assuming you’ll be frolicking around
like an angel in your heavenly
whites. It doesn’t matter if you’ve
been in your car all day or stood
still, eventually you’ll bump into
something. And you know what
happens next, that blood curling
reaction you make once your new
whites have been soiled. Relax, it’s
not the plague. Take a page from the
gentlemen of PittiUomo and carry
on as if you don’t care. Sprezzatura,
remember that term? This might
sound strange, but if your mind isn’t
on the idea of your clothes getting
dirty, you’ll come out cleaner than
you think.
The beauty of white, like its
counterpart black, is that it goes with
pretty much every colour you can
think of. One of the tricks to wearing
white trousers is not to pair them
with dark contrasting shirt or shoes.
Naturally, the eyes peer right down
to unwanted marks. To divert the
attention, keep the spring/summer
trends in mind, for example, small
patterned or striped shirts. You
can’t go wrong by keeping things
lighter, both in colours and weight.
More importantly, you may never
find white trousers or jeans (yes,
they come in white too) that will
feel uncomfortable. As long as you
aren’t fretting over dirtying your
whites, you’ll look smooth as white
chocolate.
style session
with mahmood Hossain
Q
Recently, I was gifted
a beautiful vintage
pocket watch from my
grandfather. I know
this style of watch looks
great on three-piece suits but
unfortunately, I only have
two-piece suits in my closet. I
really want to start carrying this
beautiful watch but how can I do
so with no vest?
It’s true, they do look
proper on a three-piece,
and good for you for
keeping tradition alive. But not
to worry, friend, there’s a simple
fix to that. You actually keep the
watch on your hip pocket of your
trousers or jeans. That is where
you place the fob – the medallion
on the other end of the chain – in
the little pocket of the waistband.
If that little wonder isn’t there,
simply wrap or attach the chain
around your belt loop and place
the watch inside your pocket.
And start investing in waistcoats
(vests).
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in fashion
Filling in those Big shoes
You can still be the big man on campus and impress like the best
| Mahmood Hossain
John James Preston aka “Mr Big” is
a huge figure in Carrie Bradshaw’s
life. His choice of fashion and
behaviour in style make for a
commanding presence. It’s no
surprise the character is based on
a real life publishing executive – a
former publisher of GQ. If you’ve got
a tall and broad-shaped body like Mr
Big, there are a few things in your
wardrobe you need to make sure of.
Your physical attributes may be
intimidating, but what makes Mr Big’s
look more welcoming is the fact that
his personality doesn’t clash with his
outfits. People will naturally notice
you instantly from the moment you
enter the room. So you have to be
certain they aren’t disappointed by
what they see.
1. Suits – The variety of suits need
to be more on the safer side.
We’re talking about solids -
2.
3.
black, grey and navy. Nothing
too loud or eccentric. Mr Big
has a towering figure so it’s
equally important to have suits
with wider lapels. And there is
nothing wrong with trying out
a double-breasted suit or two so
you can liven things up a little.
Just make sure everything fits
just right.
Power ties – Wider lapels mean
wider ties. It’s also about the
colours. Deep reds, darker blues,
and to mix things up from time
to time, silky teal with a hint
of mint. Again, these colours
are soothing to the eye so on a
larger man they don’t seem too
frightening. Tone things down
the right way.
Grooming – It’s always important
to keep a clean shaven look to
remain professional, with short,
close cut hair up top. One of the
things we admire about Mr Big is
that his hair is rarely parted with
a slick back look. Avoid looking
like a “Class A” sleazeball by
applying minimal hair products.
Photo: Big Stock
Q
Garnier’s Men Oil Clear
face wash is supposed to
be the best one for South
Asian people, but when I
use it my face gets seriously dry.
What am I doing wrong? Am I
putting too much or scrubbing
too hard?
It is the best for
most men with oily
skin. With ridiculous
pressure of humidity,
mixed with the overall heat, the
Oil Clear is the best solution.
If you want to continue to use
this particular face wash, you
should start moisturising with
face moisturiser, not body
lotion or cream. But you have to
understand that not every face
wash is for all men. Everyone has
different skin issues, that’s why
there are other face wash for men
from different brands. Know your
skin, do a little research and find
the right one for you.
A
Send in your style inquiries to
[email protected]
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14 | Tempt
Beauty session
With Sabah rahman
Q
I’ve been straightening my
semi wavy hair with an iron,
everyday for about 15 years.
The damage is really starting
to show. My friend suggested that
I go to a salon and get my hair rebonded. Is that my best bet?
make-up
Brushing beauty
Breaking down the make-up brushes
| Sabah Rahman
your imperfections - dark spots,
blemishes and redness. The pro tip is
to blend like there is no tomorrow.
The Kabuki brush
Named after the brushes
used for make-up in
Japanese theatres, this is
the one you should invest
in if you favour powder
foundation. This compact
genius is also a great tool to
perfectly blend your blush.
The eye-shadow brush
When it comes to your
peepers, there are way
too many options. Unless your
work involves you being in front
of a camera, you don’t need
that many. A few basics will do
the trick. Get yourself the two
primary brushes. You’ll need
a basic brush with condensed
bristles that you can use to apply
colour from lash to brow. The
second one that we recommend
is the eye sweep brush. This one
can multi-task whether you want
to contour or smoke out your
eyes.
A
First of all, what is wrong
with sporting sexy,
wavy hair? Or tousled,
voluminous beach tresses? If you
absolutely can’t embrace your
natural texture and can’t think of
any other way to wear it but straight,
you’re going to need to be patient.
Re-bonding at this moment may
further damage and dry out your
crowning glory. Your main concern
right now should be damage control.
Trim those raggedy ends and
condition with a repairing formula
like there’s no tomorrow. Get weekly
treatments at a reputable salon like
Hair Bar in New DOHS. Consult an
expert there since they have new
straightening potions that aren’t as
harsh on your hair. They will be able
to tell you when you’re ready.
What’s trending
Deep side parts
Extremely parting your hair
to one side is very haute right
now. Models, fashion queens
and Hollywood starlets have all
jumped on this wagon.
The angled contour brush
Ever wonder how make-up pros get their subjects to appear so flawless? It’s
because they use professional tools. Yes, maybe some of us have gotten by
using the mediocre applicators provided with our compacts or even used
our fingertips. If you feel like it’s time to invest in a good set of brushes but
feel a bit baffled by the vast array, we’re here to help you figure out which
ones you need to get the job done.
The foundation brush
Plum lips
Paired with clean, winged eyeliner, a berry stained pout is
replacing the reds that have been
ruling for a while now.
Eyes inspired by the ocean
Paint your eyes in colours of the
sea. It’s all in - aqua, sea foam
green and azure. Use it as eyeliner instead of basic black and
add a double shot of mascara.
This is the tool you need to invest in
if you require heavy base coverage.
You can work with cream as well
as powder formulations and get
fabulous and streak-free results.
The bristles are usually angled to
make sure you cover every nook and
cranny. You should go easy on the
product and build up to your desired
coverage to avoid a cakey look
and get the canvas, which
is your face, ready before
applying further products.
The concealer brush
Yes, you sure can use your
fingers, but concealer
brushes are gentler on the
delicate skin around your
eyes and help to not drag
it downwards. This little
miracle tool will cover all
This one is all you’ll need to put
some colour on those cheeks as well
as contour your face.
Worth a mention
The egg-shaped wonder called
the beauty blender has
recently been what all the
beauty insiders are talking
about. Nothing will have
all your bases covered as
much as this sponge.
Real vs faux
Confused about whether
you should splurge on real
animal hair brushes or
synthetic ones? Experts say
that the real ones blend better and
recently, most brands don’t harm
animals, but just shave off some
of their excess hair. If you can’t
afford the real thing, the new crop
of synthetic brushes can do a great
job as well.
Photos: Big Stock
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15
Ticket|
Studio Omana
Studio Omana is the hub
for trendy yet affordable
kaftans, tunics, salwar
kameezes and kurtis.
Intricate designs and
exclusive cuts and patterns
on chiffon, georgette, silk
and cotton, make each of
their masterpieces all the
more scintillating. Indian
and Pakistani attire are
imported and the boutique
also provides custom-made
ensembles. Exclusive saris
and jewellery items are
available too at their
outlet located at Road
12, House 36, Block E,
Banani, Dhaka.
Photos: Courtesy
For any further query,
visit www.facebook.
com/pages/StudioOmana/166836100049602 or call
01611-166262.
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16 | TRAVELOGUE
Go
bananas
with your
GFFs
It’s time to give yourself a break. Kids, husband,
in-laws, parents and boyfriends can take a back seat
for a few days while you and your gal pals take your
“Eat, Pray, Love” trip
| Tausif Sanzum
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Bali, Indonesia
Cox’s Bazar
Bali, Indonesia
Florence, Italy
What can be more comforting
than the island of the gods?
Bali will provide you and your
friends with the spiritual relief
that you might be seeking
without compromising on the
fun element. The mountains,
hills, historical structures,
volcanic islands, colourful
festivals, sandy beaches will
make you forget all your
tensions. Pamper yourself at
the special regional spa sessions
of Bali, with the Balinese lulur
body scrub or the peculiar
cream bath massage.
If art makes you giddy, then
catch a flight to Florence. It’s
the birth place of Renaissance a haven for art and architecture
which has remained unchanged
for centuries. Be it the famous
marble structure, David by
Michelangelo, the iconic art
piece, or the Birth of Venus by
Sandro Botticelli - they await
you in all their glory. A walk
inside one of the oldest art
galleries in Europe, the Uffizi
Gallery or in the Piazza Santa
Croce town square will amply
satisfy your art and architecture
cravings. If you get a little
hungry, enjoy a lovely chat
with your friends over a cup of
nocciolata while strolling over
the bridge on the Arno River.
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TRAVELOGUE|
Florence, Italy
Las Vegas, USA
London, England
Miami, USA
Las Vegas, USA
London, England
Miami, USA
Why should boys have all the
fun? Who said that the Casino
city of Nevada was only for
the guys to spend their money
at? Have fun at America’s
largest indoor theme park,
Adventuredome at Circus
Circus, the exotic birds at the
Flamingo Garden are a delight
for the eye, meet your celebrity
crushes at Madame Tussauds
Wax Museum or simply indulge
in some harmless vices at The
Mirage casino.
Do you even need reasons to
visit this mega-city? Visit the
queen’s residence, Buckingham
Palace or the iconic London
Eye, be among the stars at the
Leicester Square, or simply have
a girly picnic in the Hyde Park.
If you are a theatre person, you
will go crazy by what the city
has to offer, be it the West End
or the National Theatre and
the Globe Theatre in the South
Bank.
What can be more fun than
shedding your inhibitions
while soaking up some sun and
splashing water at the countless
beaches of Miami? Be it the
Bal Harbour, Crandon Park,
Matheson Hammock Park or the
Sunny Isles beach, all of them
have various waters sports,
surfing, tanning activities to
lure you to finish your tube of
sunscreen lotion. The wild and
marine life of the area, Art Deco
Historic District, the Ancient
Spanish Monastery and Vizcaya
Museum & Gardens will allow
you to see a side of Miami which
is much more than just beaches.
Some cheaper
options
could be
Cox’s Bazar,
Rajasthan,
Sri Lanka and
Kashmir
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recipe
Going
These three banana snacks that are insanely easy to make are nothing short of delish
| Khan N Moushumi
Pulling off an all-nighter and there’s nothing in the fridge to munch on? No
issues, here’s how you can make the simplest yet the most amazing snacks just
with bananas.
Banana sushi
Ingredients:
• 1 banana
• 1 roti
• 2tsp peanut butter
Directions:
Spread an even layer of peanut
butter on your roti. Place a banana
at one end of the roti and roll
it into a wrap till you reach the
other end. Once done, slice it up
into 1-inch rolls and serve.
Banana ice cream
Ingredients:
• 2 bananas
• ½ a cup of milk
• Chocolate chips (optional)
Directions:
Slice up the bananas and freeze them for six to eight hours. Once
solidified (they shouldn’t be rock-hard though), take the slices
out and crush them in a blender, adding just half a cup of milk as
you go. It should form a thick creamy paste that you can feast on,
sprinkling chocolate chips on top to your heart’s content.
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Banana pancakes
Ingredients:
• 2 bananas
• 4 eggs
• Maple syrup
Directions:
Mash the bananas. Add the eggs
and mix them all together into a
paste. Take a frying pan and cook
the mixture like regular pancakes
– without adding any oil. Add
maple syrup on top and serve
them hot.
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News |
Charity Run at the Westin Dhaka
As a part of the Care for Community Program, The
Westin Dhaka arranged a Charity Run on October 12.
The aim of this event was to raise social awareness for
the unprivileged community. The same event was held
on the same date in 60 other locations across the Asia
Pacific on different properties. The event included a
running programme where senior management, invited
guests, corporate officials of the Westin Dhaka and
Gulshan Joggers’ club members participated. As part
of the programme, the Westin management raised a
fund and donated it to a charity organisation named
Ashic Foundation - a shelter for helpless and ill children.
For additional support, media personality Emon, Safa
Kabir and Tawsif participated along with the Westin
management. Li & Fung, Pepsi and Europa were the event
partners.
Pizza
Hut and
KFC in
Sylhet
Popular chains from the house
of Transcom Foods Limited, Pizza
Hut and KFC, in their continuous
effort to bring the best food to
their consumers, opened their
new outlet in Sylhet on October 9
at the Barbhuiya Siddeque Plaza,
Polashi-15, Kazi Elias, Zindabazar.
The launching of this outlet was
inaugurated by the city mayor Ariful
Haque Chowdhury in presence of
Akku Chowdhury, managing director
and ceo of Transcom Foods Limited,
and renowned celebrities such as
Symphony’s
new Xplorer
Topu, Munmun, Sharmin Lucky and
Tusty. This launching ceremony
included a brief speech by Akku
Chowdhury, followed by a starstudded photo session.
Pizza Hut and KFC are
international restaurant chains in
Bangladesh having commenced
operations with their flagship
outlets in Gulshan-1 from 2003
and 2006 respectively. Three years
down the line, Pizza Hut has five
outlets in Dhaka - at Gulshan,
Dhanmondi, Uttara, Baily Road and
Jamuna Future Park; one outlet
in Chittagong at GEC Moar and
the most recently opened outlet at
Zindabazar Sylhet. Moreover, Pizza
Hut Delivery (PHD) has four outlets
in Bashundhara, Banani, Mirpur
and Bhatara. KFC has 10 outlets in
Dhaka and two in Chittagong and
Cox’s Bazar. Transcom Foods Limited,
a subsidiary of Transcom Group,
also runs the operations of Pizza Hut
Delivery in Bangladesh.
Symphony introduces the all
new Xplorer P10 phablet that
boasts a 5.5-inch IPS display
(1280X720 resolutions). Internet
surfing, gaming, video and
multimedia will never be
the same. It has the latest OS
Android Kitkat 4.4.2 and a
1.5GHz hexa core processor
which will aid in smoother
and faster data processing and
multitasking. The hexa core has
six cores which is more powerful
than any other processor. Along
with it, the 1GB RAM makes it
even faster. It also has 8GB ROM.
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Carrefamily’s
helicopter
mission
Mega mall Carrefamily celebrated the first round of
their “Akash Bhromoner Raffle Draw 2014” through
a spectacular event. The raffle draw was held for the
customers who purchased goods worth over Tk1,000
dating from September 25 to 27. The raffle draw
programme was held on September 28 at the mall’s
conference centre. Six lucky winners were chosen at the
raffle draw - Md Mufijuddin, Md Mirazuddin, Md Akib
Bin Alomgir, Md Hamidullah Sajib, ATM Jahirul Haque
and Babu.
The Carrefamily superstore began the first round
of their “helicopter mission” along with the winners
from 10am on September 29. The second round of the
raffle draw was held on October 5 and another round on
October 17 at the Shahjalal Airport.
Kaymu.com.bd
launches their
android app
Kaymu.com.bd, founded in
2012 by Rocket Internet Gmbh,
has now expanded to mobile
marketing with the launch of
its android mobile application
on October 1. Since its launch,
Kaymu has evolved into a global
brand and grown exponentially
to become Bangladesh’s number
one online marketplace. It takes
advantage of the rapid growth
of e-commerce in the country,
with more than 500,000 people
visiting the website on a monthly
basis to enjoy its offerings. Kaymu
provides a platform for buyers
and sellers to interact virtually
and agree on the best deals when
it comes to new products, such
as smartphones, computers,
fashion and clothing items, home
appliances and others.
The application has been
developed with the vision of
making services like buying and
selling online faster and more
convenient. It comes with features
that enable the sellers to take and
upload pictures of products and
the buyers to select from a wide
variety of products at a glance.
The app, which is completely free,
can be downloaded from the
Google play store.
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Launching of
“Timeless Gitanjali”
The Gitanjali is a collection of
poems of the Bengali poet Guru
Rabindranath Tagore in English,
translated by the poet himself. This
volume became well-known in the
West, and was widely translated
into other languages. In England,
a slender volume was published in
1913, with an exhilarating preface
by W B Yeats. In the same year,
Rabindranath became the first nonEuropean to win the Nobel Prize.
His work, thus became a part of the
English literature.
Ericsson’s new vision is “A
Networked Society, where every
person and every industry is
empowered to reach their full
potential.” In this endeavour, Ericsson
is proud to support the initiative
by the Indian High Commission in
Bangladesh and pay tribute to the
great poet through the publication
of this documentary that traces the
history of Gitanjali and its continued
relevance in the world. Gitanjali is
a blend of a number of themes and
ideas. It explores the relationship
between the creator, nature,
individual and humanity.
Intro to Ashtanga workshop
Ele Jan Saafan Ashtanga practitioner
for over two decades, having studied
with the likes of David Swenson
alongside being a certified hatha
yoga instructor and Anika Rabbani, a
certified ashtanga instructor who has
studied with David Garrigues Yoga
have begun a five day introduction
to Ashtanga workshop. The Intro to
Ashtanga Yoga workshop will focus
on breathing, posture, bandhas and
drishtis or gazing points. The workshop
will teach the basics of Sun Salutations
A & B and some of the basic asanas of
the Primary Series via the lineage of Sri
K Pattabhi Jois. This will be a complete
practice session for beginners and is the
best way to start one’s yoga journey. At
the end of the workshop, guests will be
expected to have a basis on which to
develop their own practice.
This five day workshop will be
spread over two weeks so that one gets
to recuperate in between sessions and
will be limited to 20 people. The cost is
Tk5,000 per person and payment must
be made at the onset. The dates for the
workshop are as follows: October 15, 17,
19, 21 and 23. It will take place at Studio
107 (House 14, Road 107, Gulshan 2,
Dhaka). For more information log onto
www.facebook.com/events/7436427857
07750/?ref=48.
www. facebook.com/herstory
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