HOW TO BE BOOTY-LICIOUS

Just like finding the perfect bra to lift, separate, and accentuate, finding the perfect jean with those same characteristics is just as important. Most women aren't born blessed like Beyonce or Kim Kardashian. How do you get those "lovely lady lumps" if you are not genetically gifted? Worry no more, there are a few tips and tricks to create the illusion of a ridiculous rump, that requires no lunges or squats. (on a fitness note, squats and lunges can really help lift and tone your booty without fail.) What is the price tag of a designer jean that can create the bodacious bum of your favorite celebrity?

If you already have a little 'junk in the trunk' and just need a little lift, without going under the knife, I recommend denim designers that have a higher, detailed pocket, such as, True Religion, Hudson, Joe's, Levi, and Miss Me jeans. The smaller the yoke at the waist and the pockets positioned higher can lift the posterior just as if you'd been doing squats for 6 months. And the added benefit to these denim lines is that it will also shrink the your waist, because the fit gives the mirage of losing at least 5 lbs! Who doesn't love that? Create a rear and have a smaller waist? Yes, fashion is good for you!

Here's a quick shopping list from these designers for those of you who suffer from FAS (Flat A$$ Syndrome):

• True Religion "Joey", in a dark wash. The embellished pocket helps give fullness and lift. Retails at $260. TrueReligionJeans.com


• Hudson "SuperModel" boot cut jeans in Scorpio wash because they have a slight spandex in the fabric, to slim the thigh, hips, and waist. Retails at $180. Nordstrom.com


• Joe's "Honey" bootcut in Gigi wash perfects a feminine silhouette. Retails at $145. Available at Macy's.

If you are not ready to splurge on True Religion, Hudson, and Joe's jeans, try these 2 less expensive options for recession-savvy fashionistas, trying to not only pinch a penny in their cheeks, but their pocketbook too:

• Levi 522 boot cut jeans are amazing for the women on a budget. They will definitely lift and tone your tush just like the expensive designer jeans above, but are more affordable. Retails at $69. Available at Levi.com.


• Miss Me jean, dark wash, 6 pocket boot cut hugs the thigh and widens slightly at the knee giving a sleek polished, and put together look for any occasion. Retails at $88. Available at MissMe.com.

Simple rules for obtaining the terrific tush:

1. Pockets. The position of the pockets is so important. Also, the embroidered and flap pockets on the back of the jeans is essential when highlighting your assets. My favorite are the Hudson jeans.


2. Cut the bum in half. The hem of your shirt should be long enough to rest right at the center (horizontally) cutting the bum in half, this will round out your bottom.


3. Added Umpf. Hollywood always has a little secret and I discovered these little pair of perfect panties at a gifting suite last year- Bootypoppanties.com. They are a comfy lil boy short panty that come in a variety shades of girly colors and have padding sewn right into them that will give you the bodacious booty that would make Giselle jealous. These panties are a favorite of Ashley Tisdale, Kelly Ripa, and Anna Faris.

Avoid bigger pockets, loose baggy jeans, and just say no to the low rise jeans! These are fashion no-no's for women looking to plump up their lady lumps!

When Aishwarya endorsed Nakshatra dimond jewellery

The latest fashion in the marketing is film stars endorsing the brand products. Devdas queen Aishwarya Rai Bachchan may no longer be the the face of brands like 'Coca-Cola' and 'Nakshatra' diamond jewellery in India, but Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is still riding high on success with long-standing international endorsements.




Taking its association forward with one of the most beautiful women on the earth, the Nakshatra range of diamond jewellery when teamed up with the ethereal Aishwarya Rai, the best names in the industry have contributed to the making of the Nakshatra commercial. Hemant Trivedi (costumes) to give Aishwarya a celestial look, Shiamak Davar (choreography), Gulzar (lyrics) and the music by Buddha Bar Mixes go well with special effects done at Smoke and Mirrors, one of the best studios in London.


Diamonds are definitely the flavour of the season. It is obvious that dressing up and flaunting diamond accessories will never go out of style. Diamond jewellery is the only accessory that adds that tinge of sparkle to any ensemble. Pairing of diamonds with right outfits creates a look that defines elegance and style, adding that extra sparkle for a perfectly finished look.

Bollywood catalyst for Indian Fashion

Each film is a brand in itself and with every new movie there is a fresh new brand of fashion and lifestyle products.From Veer Zaara to Parineeta, the latest Bollywood hits are also driving the popular fashion trends this season.



While clothes worn by Hindi film stars have always been a rage with the masses, of late these have become much more popular, say fashion experts. Thus you have Veer Zaara suits, Bunty Aur Babli dresses, Parineeta blouses and Hum Tum sarees which have become popular among the fashionistas.

Bollywood is definitely the largest fashion guider as a vast majority of public is influenced by Bollywood trends - clothes, jewellery, etc," says designer Aparna Chandra.Rather than introducing new designs on ramp, it makes more commercial sense to introduce them through films.

A recent study by a fashion trade magazine infact says Bollywood can be a catalyst for booming Indian retail trade sector and push merchandise worth over four billion dollars in the next two years.

Kareena ka Fashion Funda

She is one stylish and chic lady. Whenver she goes abroad, she would spend most of her time shopping and getting thr right clothes for adorning a fashion icon of bollywood. Also keeping in mind her attitude and mood for the moment.




Asked if has she shifted loyalties from dress designer Manish Malhotra to Aki, she would say no, not at all. As Kareena and Karishma Kapoor both have been shot to fame by him. We're not the kind of people who move on in our friendships.

She is back with Manish Malhotra in 3 Idiots and the remake of Stepmom. She will be dressed up as a stylish young girl. She is planning to cut her hair. She is really proud to be called stylish.

The selection of clothes and designer depends upon the roles, says Kareena.

In Jab We Met, she was simply dressed in salwar-kameez. In her forthcoming films Qurbaan and 3 Idiots, she was minimalist in her clothes.

But the actress says she is equally comfortable playing a girl next door like she did in Omkara.

She carried off Kolhapuri chappals in Omkara, she is equally at home in Jimmy Choos in Kambakkht Ishq. She is equally proud of both kind of films.

Madhuri (Dixit) did a Mrityudand and a Choli ke peeche (in Khalnayak) side by side. Look at the film actors like Madhuri, my sister Karisma, Saif Ali Khan and Akshay did in the 1990s.

U are right, babes...clothes do matter but then this is not all that matters.

Sabyasachi Mukherjee - Fashion Designer

Sabyasachi Mukherjee is a fashion designer who hails from Kolkata, India. He sells designer wear under his label, 'Sabyasachi', since 1999. He has also designed for a few Bollywood films like Babul,Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film, Black and Laaga Chunari Mein Daag.
Sabyasachi Mukherjee was born and brought up in Kolkata, where after studying at St. Xavier's College, Calcutta, he graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Kolkata in 1999.

Following graduation, after three months he launched his eponymous label, and his designs currently retail in various major stores.

In 2001, Sabyasachi won the Femina British Council most outstanding young Designer of India award, which took him to London for an internship with Georgina Von Etzdorf, a designer based in Salisbury.

He made his international label by winning the grand winner award at Mercedes New Asia fashion week in Singapore in 2003.

In 2004, he took part in the Kuala Lampur fashion week, and Lakme India Fashion Week (LIFW).

He earned the distinction of being the only Indian designer invited to showcase at the Milan Fashion Week 2004 and was voted by Asia Inc, a Singapore based business magazine, as one of the ten most influential Indians in Asia.

Sabyasachi has garnered awards for The Best Design Collection (NIFT Kolkata), Best Design Collection (NIFT All India) and Ritu Kumar Award for Excellence in Design

Sabyasachi Mukherjee - Fashion Designer

Sabyasachi Mukherjee is a fashion designer who hails from Kolkata, India. He sells designer wear under his label, 'Sabyasachi', since 1999. He has also designed for a few Bollywood films like Babul,Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film, Black and Laaga Chunari Mein Daag.
Sabyasachi Mukherjee was born and brought up in Kolkata, where after studying at St. Xavier's College, Calcutta, he graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Kolkata in 1999.

Following graduation, after three months he launched his eponymous label, and his designs currently retail in various major stores.

In 2001, Sabyasachi won the Femina British Council most outstanding young Designer of India award, which took him to London for an internship with Georgina Von Etzdorf, a designer based in Salisbury.

He made his international label by winning the grand winner award at Mercedes New Asia fashion week in Singapore in 2003.

In 2004, he took part in the Kuala Lampur fashion week, and Lakme India Fashion Week (LIFW).

He earned the distinction of being the only Indian designer invited to showcase at the Milan Fashion Week 2004 and was voted by Asia Inc, a Singapore based business magazine, as one of the ten most influential Indians in Asia.

Sabyasachi has garnered awards for The Best Design Collection (NIFT Kolkata), Best Design Collection (NIFT All India) and Ritu Kumar Award for Excellence in Design

Sabyasachi Mukherjee - Fashion Designer

Sabyasachi Mukherjee is a fashion designer who hails from Kolkata, India. He sells designer wear under his label, 'Sabyasachi', since 1999. He has also designed for a few Bollywood films like Babul,Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film, Black and Laaga Chunari Mein Daag.
Sabyasachi Mukherjee was born and brought up in Kolkata, where after studying at St. Xavier's College, Calcutta, he graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Kolkata in 1999.

Following graduation, after three months he launched his eponymous label, and his designs currently retail in various major stores.

In 2001, Sabyasachi won the Femina British Council most outstanding young Designer of India award, which took him to London for an internship with Georgina Von Etzdorf, a designer based in Salisbury.

He made his international label by winning the grand winner award at Mercedes New Asia fashion week in Singapore in 2003.

In 2004, he took part in the Kuala Lampur fashion week, and Lakme India Fashion Week (LIFW).

He earned the distinction of being the only Indian designer invited to showcase at the Milan Fashion Week 2004 and was voted by Asia Inc, a Singapore based business magazine, as one of the ten most influential Indians in Asia.

Sabyasachi has garnered awards for The Best Design Collection (NIFT Kolkata), Best Design Collection (NIFT All India) and Ritu Kumar Award for Excellence in Design

Jack & Jones Store Launch in Bamglore

Jack & Jones is a jeans brand catering to the needs of the urban men. It is a brand sold under ‘Bestseller’.Bangalore is a great city and fashion conscious as well. This is a right place to launch a brand like Jack & Jones.

The event was also attended by the who’s who of Bangalore. RJ and DJ Rohit Barker came in late and mingled with the crowd. Prasad Bidappa donned the role of the host greeting his friends and associates from the industry. Kannada heart throb Diganth Manchale walked in very late and was spotted among the guests.

A big hit internationally Jack & Jones comes to Bangalore, and highlighting the launch was some Bollywood glamour ala Neil Nitin Mukesh and Anushka Sharma who walked the ramp to showcase the collection.

Located in Indiranagar 100 ft road, it is spread over 5300 sq ft and this is the brand’s third premium store in the city.

Supermodels like Carol Gracias, Priya Trivedi, Bruna Abdullah, Sahil Shroff sashayed on the ramp showcasing the spring summer collection of tops, printed maxis, body hugging denims, party wear and beach wear. The models showed off designs from brands like Jack & Jones, Only and Pieces Accessories.

Priyanka at J Hampstead Fashion Show

Sensational Priyanka Chopra at J Hampstead Fashion Show. The beautiful model-turned actress has reached a different high in her professional life, but her perosnall life is still grabbing many newspapers.

Priyanka has grabbed all the awards this year and is busy with so many endorsements and films that she has no time to spare for her health even.

But, ignorning all this we saw Priyanka Chopra flaunting minimal clothes in ‘Dostana‘, that made her the sexiest actress in Asia.

She was looking sexy and glam in her short pink dress for the show.

Ayesha Takia turns Fasion designer

Post-marriage, Ayesha Takia, the cute looking bubbly Ayesha Takia will turn into a fashion designer.

Well, she is here busying herself to create a niche in the designing field. Yes, the married actress always had an inclination towards fashion designing even before she entered the filmdom.

Now, she will soon introduce her own designer label with back-up from her hubby and restaurateur Farhan Azmi.

It is said that she used to involve herself while choosing her outfits for her movies and give suggestions to the on-sets designers.

The actress will design her own clothes rather than enter into a partnership with any fashion house. It's completely her buisness and Farhan is not helping to launch it except in giving her moral support and encouragement. Her designer line won't be called Ayesha but something more exotic.

It will be an exclusive designer range that will feature high-end and even affordable stuff. The line will be simple, classic, yet stylish with elegant lines.

Great, few could be so versatile!

Ayesha Takia has worked in many a films where her acting prowess was also admired like in Dor.

Most Photogenic Bollywood Actresses

The most photogenic actress in Bollywood. Make a guess at who all will feature in this list.

Aishwarya Rai Bachan

Even at 35, Ash is the hottest woman in Bollywood (or in the world for that matter). We feel that if actors can peak starting at the age of 40, 35 is practically adolescence.We hereby declare Aishwarya as the most photogenic woman in Bollywood.

Freida, fame Slumdog Millionaire

Following closely behind Ash is India’s other international face – Freida Pinto. Post the success of Slumdog Millionaire, Freida has all but given up on Bollywood and has decided to concentrate on
Hollywood.That hasn’t stopped polls from comparing her to Aishwarya Rai (who is pitched as her greatest competition). We feel, second place is most apt for Freida in the list of most photogenic ladies of Bollywood.
Kareena Kapoor

Kareena Kapoor was recently declared the most powerful woman in Bollywood. In fact, she was the only actress featured on the list of most powerful celebs brought out by Filmfare. She is bubbly, beautiful and an amazing actress, and she deserves place in the top three on the list of the most photogenic women in Bollywood.

Katrina Kaif

Katrina Kaif has been termed Bollywood’s lady with a Midas touch as every film she acts in goes on to become a hit. She is the fourth most photogenic woman in the film industry. After all, how many actresses look great even without much makeup and a simple cotton sari…check out Katrina in her Rajniti avatar.

Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra is currently Bollywood’s best actress. After winning hordes of awards for her role in Fashion, and after a heavy-duty year in 2008, Priyanka is exhausted. While she recovers from her workaholic lifestyle, we think that she is gorgeous enough to make the top five of the most photogenic women in Bollywood.
Bipasha Basu

Bollywood’s dusky beauty Bipasha Basu’s career needs some uplifting at the moment. After the debacle that was Aa Dekhen Zara, she has decided that she wants to try her hand at direction. While she mulls over this potential new role, we hope she will remain an actress, because she is, afterall, the sixth most photogenic woman in Bollywood.

Deepika Padukone

Deepika is all of three movies old in Bollywood, but ever since she entered the film industry she made waves for her subtle, dusky beauty. Be it her mesmerising role in Om Shanti Om, or her Kung-Fu avatar in Chandni Chowk to China, Deepika mastered every look and seemed to be a
natural! She can sport any look and still look beautiful, therefore we think she is the seventh most photogenic woman in Bollywood.

Sonam Kapoor

The final entrant into our list of the most photogenic ladies in Bollywood is Sonam Kapoor. Despite a disastrous first film (Saawariya), Sonam’s beauty attracted directors to her by the dozen, making her one of Bollywood’s most desired actressed.

Let's make it the Roshan Style

Whether its in real life or reel life, the roshan's have always made it a point to be in style. Recently the most lovable couple in tinsel town Hrithik Roshan and his lady love Suzzane Roshan walked ramp for the first time ace Fashion designer and Gemologist Farah Khan Ali, Suzzane's sister at IIFA Fashion Extravaganza held in Macau.Farah, wife of a well known DJ, DJ Akeel is well known for her talent in designing exquisite precious jewellery.

Suzzane Roshin was looking a dazzling beauty as always and the Blue topaz set made by her sister added gliters to the gold and on the other hand Hrithik was looking fantastic and very stylish as always. The pendant he was showcasing became the talk of the town as it was beautifully designed by her sister -in-law.

The Roshan's coming toegther also gave a full stop to the rumours of Hrithik having an affair with his co-star, Mexican beauty Barbara Mori. The chemistry between Hrithik and his lady love could easily be seen at the event and it also gave a sigh of relief to all their fan following. The stories started cooking up as Hrithik shot a kissing seen with Barbara. And since then the rumours were keep raising that Hrithik has left his wife and blah blah.

But during the event what was seen was something really surprising. As they really made a style statement between the audiences and were looking very happy and charming toegther.

Bebo finds evrything as style statement

It seems that bebo has become more mature than expected. She feels that her journey as an actoress has been great enough bt she would like to grow more. She finds the big Hollywood stars starring in Kambakkht Ishq is the USP of the film. She feels that her styling and clothes in the movie will set new trends. Her clothes were sourced by Aki Narula from Milan and it took him 15 days to get the right kinds of clothes for her. Before Kambakkht Ishq she flaunted her zero-figure in the movie Tashan where her dress designing and styling was done by her favourite designer Manish Malhotra.

But now the buzz is that she is again coming back to normal routine and gaining some wait for her upcoming releases.
Kareena's Style and figure became the talk of the town whe she featured in song Its Rocking from the movie Kya Love Story Hai and she followed it by playing a role of a chatterbox from Bhatinda and a hot chick in Tashan.

She has always experimented with her looks in one or the other way and she promises to set a new trend everytime with her new release at the box-office.

We hope to see her new avtaar in her new releases like 3 Idiots, co- starring Aamir Khan and Dharma Production's next Qurbaan, co- starring her very own Saifu aka Saif Ali Khan, directed by Ren D'Silva

BE A JEAN-IUS

Denim is one fabric that is in every person's closet! The one item that we all have in common, but do you know how to wear it correctly for your body? Let's talk about the basic problems that need a solution-- FIT is KEY! Whether you are petite and searching for length or curvy and wanting a slimmer look, I'm here to help! So grab a pen, take some notes and these helpful tips will make your next jean buying experience a class act!

Body Type: Petite

Problem: Wants to Look Taller

Solution: If you are a petite frame, baggy or boyfriend jeans are simply not a flattering option. To elongate your frame, a fitted bootcut or straight-leg cut will give the illusion of length and the darker denim, the better, it's guaranteed to make you atleast 2 inches taller.

Citizens of Humanity 'Dita' Bootcut Stretch Jeans. Available at Nordstrom, $149.

Fit: Low rise; boot cut leg.Expect these jeans to be snug initially. With wear, they will stretch and conform to your body. Use hip measurement to determine size. If between sizes order one size up.

Sizing: 24=00, 25=0, 26=2, 27=4, 28=6, 29=8, 30=10, 31=10-12, 32=12.

Paige Premium Denim- Womens Hidden Hills Petite - Black Sea. Available at PaigePremiumDenim.com, $180.

Fit: Boot-cut stretch jeans in a dark-blue wash are proportionally designed for a smaller frame with a shorter inseam and higher knee break. Slight distressing and fading creates a cool worn-in look.

Sizing: 24=00, 25=0, 26=2, 27=4, 28=6, 29=8, 30=10, 31=10-12, 32=12.

GAP Women's Low rise boot cut jeans. Available at GAP, $39 (yes, you read this correctly, recessionistas take note!)

Fit: Your favorite jean for a smaller frame. Traditional GAP blue jean is both classic and timeless.

Sizing: 0-16

Body Type: Booty-Less
Problem: Creating a Booty
Solution: If you are a long & lean figure with less booty. Women who are not blessed with Beyonce's assets need to create a silhouette that is feminine and curve enhancing. Stretch denim, placement of pockets and the yoke in back is imperative when achieving this goal without padding your tush!

Silver Jeans Women's "SUKI" ORIGINAL FIT. Available at SilverJeans.com, $75.

Fit: An even lower rise with a slimmer hip & thigh than the Original Fit. Perfect pocket placement gives you just the right magic to give the baby some back.

Size: 26-33

Hudson Jeans Triangle Pocket Bootcut Stretch Jeans (Scorpio). Available at Nordstrom, $176.

Fit: Stretches to fit through hip and thigh.Expect these jeans to be snug initially. With wear, they will stretch and conform to your body. Use hip measurement to determine size. If between sizes, order one size up.

Sizing: 24=00, 25=0, 26=2, 27=4, 28=6, 29=8, 30=10, 31=10-12, 32=12.

Gridlock Jeans Straight Leg Denim 1901F. Available at Gridlockdenim.com, $190. Create your own pockets.

Fit: Slim fit through hip and thigh. Jeans fit perfect on a long & lean frame. Pockets enhance the shape and curve of the rear to create a little junk in the trunk.

Sizing: 24-3

Body Type: Curvy
Problem: Needs to Fit Waist and Flatter Hips

Solution: Lycra is your friend! Yes, I said it, stretch denim is your new BFF, not Paris. Find denim that shows off your dangerous curves in a positive way. No muffin tops allowed!

Express MIA BOOT CUT JEAN - RAW DISTRESS. Available at Express, $49.50.

Fit: Stretches to fit waist appropriately and smooth throughout the hips and thighs. Creating sexy lines and slimming at the same time.

Sizing: 0-14

Indidenim Custom Make Denim SoMa Essex. Available at Indidenim.com, $145.

Fit: You send in your measurements and the jeans are custom made to your body, how JEAN-IUS is that? It's like BUILD A JEAN! Loves it!

Sizing: Your measurements!

Women's DKNY Jeans Stretch Soho Boot Cut Jeans, Rinse Wash. Available at MACY'S, $48.

Fit: Perfect fit on the waist and hips, tailored with stretch and a skinnier leg. This works well on the women who have curves and thinner legs.

Sizing: 2-14

Body Type: Long Legs

Problem: Wants to Wear Jeans, not Floods

Solution: I, personally am in this category. It's so important that we find jeans that fit us, not only at the waist, but in the inseam. Lucky for us, we have more options now, then we did five years ago. More and more designers are making a 34" inseam.

Body Type: Pear Shape

Problem: Jeans that Flatter a Bootilicous Backside

Solution: I don't think there ready, because your body is too bootilicious for us, right? Umm, no, believe it or not, there are jeans that compliment a fuller backside. You don't see JLo, jean-less, no way! So, rock those rumps to some of this season's hottest jeans.