Santa, his elves and Rudolph have settled comfortably at Mrs Magpie in the special marzipan house that Sohini Basu has built for them. Wanna take a look at how they are doing? Come over to either the Keyatala or the Kasba Mrs Magpie outlet, say hello to them and also taste some of the lovely Christmas delights that are now part of the special limited edition Christmas & New Year menu. Just remember that the special menu will be available only till 5th Jan.
A Compilation Of Christmas & New Year Special Menus Around Kolkata
New Video – My Christmas Eve Makeup Look
I know I know its been a really long time since I’ve done a video but was so tied up with work that I just could not get the time. But now I’m back and this time I’ve recreated this makeup look that I wore on Christmas Eve.
My Christmas Eve Makeup Look |
I was out with my friends for dinner and wore smokey eyes and red lips, my favorite combination :). The look is extremely simple, takes about 10 mins and is one that you can wear to a party, dinner, movies, basically everywhere. Here’s a list of the products that I’ve used:
- Lakme CC cream bronze
- Lakme nine to five flawless creme compact
- Lakme Absolute face stylist concealer
- Lakme Absolute day blush
- Lakme Eyeconic kajal and mascara
- Lakme Absolute drama stylist eye shadow crayon in Grey
- Lakme Absolute creme lipstick Runway Red
Hope you liked the video. Please give it a thumbs up, comment and subscribe to my channel. I’m still learning how to make better videos for all of you so need a bit of encouragement and support. Its pretty tough you know! 😀
Thanks again for watching 🙂
L’Occitane December Beauty Boxes
This festive season experience the Provencal art of giving, as L’OCCITANE brings to you Gift hampers so that you can pass on the wonderful nature of L’OCCITANE to your friends and family.
Gift Set Mix
Shea Butter Hand Cream – A super smoothing and best-selling synergy of 20%Shea Butter, honey and sweet almond extract, blended with the light and alluring aromas of jasmine and ylang-ylang essences. Texturally pleasing balm glides on and absorbs to help heal and protect dry or dehydrated skin. Anti-oxidizing vitamin E helps nourish. Invites even the most hard-working hands to a fresh beginning.
Almond Shower Oil – Transforms into a lavish, softening foam–original and unique in texture–that leaves a satin-like softness all over the body. Rich in almond oil and nourishing lipids. Cleanses gently to impart a delectable perfume.
Pivoine Flora Solid Perfume – Take along our classic green and floral fragrance with you throughout the day in the form of the Pivoine Flora Solid Perfume. Made with a peony extract from the Drôme region of Provence, this generous fragrance captures the intensity of a thousand peony petals that unfurl and bloom. It blends the delicacy of peonies with green top notes and a woody trail.
The Pivoine Flora Solid Perfume comes in a small take-along tin, perfect for touch-ups throughout the day. Formulated without alcohol, it is perfect for sensitive skin. Apply to the wrists, decollete and behind the ears as desired.
Shea Butter Foot Cream – Rich in nourishing Shea Butter (15%), this cream with natural soothing ingredients (arnica and lavender essential oil) moisturizes* and relieves irritated and tired feet.
* Upper layers of the epidermis.
Gift Set Pivoine Flora
They call it the flower of a thousand petals. Every spring, the peony reveals its dazzling shades and subtle scents. With each flower as beautiful as the next, it is almost impossible to have a favourite
Pivoine Flora Beauty Milk – Enriched with Grape Seed Oil, Shea Butter and Peony Extract, this body lotion moisturizes the skin and leaves it beautifully soft. The light, fluid texture is rapidly absorbed and leaves a lingering scent of floral notes.
Pivoine Flora Shower Gel – The Pivoine Flora Shower Gel transforms into a light foam in contact with water. The shower gel gently cleanses the body, while respecting the natural hydration of the skin’s epidermis. This shower gel is gently perfumed with a flowery scent of peonies, which are harvested from the Drôme region of southern France.
Pivoine Flora Hand Cream – Enriched with shea butter, the Pivoine Flora Hand Cream softens and envelops the hands with the delicate, flowery perfume of peonies. The cream glides on and is absorbed rapidly, providing the hands with nourishment and protection.
Pivoine Flora Eau de Parfum – A luminous and sensational floral Eau de Parfum enriches the green freshness of the Eau de Toilette. It combines the delicate note of Peony and the sensuality of Magnolia in a fragrant accord. Lingering woody base notes reveal the captivating scents of Vanilla, Cedar and Musk.
Refreshing Head Notes: Bergamot & Grapefruit Sensational
Heart Notes: Peony, Magnolia & Violet Petals
Captivating Base Notes: Vanilla, Cedar & Musk—
Fresh Verbena Bath and Body Gift Set
Verbena foaming bath
Long cherished for soothing and softening benefits, verbena extract is a wonderful bath additive. L’Occitane scientists blend sun-drenched, organic verbena extract and essential oil with a coconut and palm oil foaming agent to create a silky bubble bath. Scents skin with a light, lemony fragrance.
Verbena Scented Sache
When slipped into drawers, wardrobes, suitcases and even shoes, this Verbena Perfumed Sachet delicately perfumes with a refreshing, lemony fragrance.
Shea Butter Extra Gentle Soap – Verbena
Formulated with a 100% vegetable base and enriched with nourishing Shea Butter. L’Occitane works directly with women’s Shea-processing collectives in western Africa, supporting economic recovery – and a heritage of natural harvesting traditions. Non-irritating; suitable for men, women and children.
Verbena Body lotion
Priced for its fresh, citrus aroma by women and men. A lightweight lotion that easily absorbs to comfort skin. Will eliminate the “tight” or itchy feeling skin often has after showering. Organic extract of verbena helps to calm skin; orange, geranium and lemon tree essential oils contribute to uplifting aroma.
Special Gift Set for Men
L’Occitane Shower Gel
Echoes the rugged aroma of L’Occitane Eau de Toilette. Redolent with authentic A.O.C. lavender, blended with the peppery, nutmeg scent of burnt wood. Purifies the body, cleanses and shines hair.
L’OCCITANE Eau de Toilette
Created through the distillation of authentic A.O.C. lavender, blended with the peppery, nutmeg scent of burnt wood. A panoramic and complex fragrance, redolent with the rich scents of Provence, in all their ruggedness and mystery. Intended for men, but women love it, too.
L’OCCITANE Shaving Gel
This fresh gel transforms into silky foam to gently shave beards. It guarantees optimal protection against the risks of cuts, avoids the irritations and dryness. It leaves the skin soft and lightly perfumed with the L’OCCITANE scent.
L’Occitane Soap
Formulated with an extra-gentle 100% plant-based base, L’Occitane soap blends the spiced warmth of pepper with aromatic and masculine scent of lavender. It leaves skin clean, supple and delicately perfumed.
Base notes: patchouli, moss.
The other customisable gift hampers available are:-
Hand Cream Set
Almond Gift Set
Magnolia Gift Set
Immortelle Gift Set
Spring Cherry Gift Set
Blossoming Gift Set
My Top Ten Party Looks for the Holiday Season from the Flipkart Women’s Store
My favorite online store for books and gadgets has been Flipkart for a very long time now. I’ve lost count of the number of times that I’ve ordered from them and their wide range of products, discounts, excellent customer service, speedy delivery and quality packaging makes me go back to them again and again. And I did go back just last week during GOSF. Bought two wonderful and quirky tote bags that I absolutely love! Will show you pics of my GOSF haul very soon: D
While checking out the website during GOSF, I came across the all new Women’s Store, a lifestyle store dedicated wholly and solely to us! I always thought that flipkart is a great portal for gadgets and books, but this Women’s Store is just amazing and it’s huge! It has 500 brands, Indian and international, 20,000+ looks and an array of personal use and gifting products to choose from. These include clothes, bags, shoes, accessories, watches, perfumes, makeup, jewelry, grooming products etc. Sounds too good to be true right? Well, it is true and to experience the store yourself, all that you have to do is just visit the page. Everything is just a click away – easy to search and easy to order!
I was browsing through their selection of clothes and I was really impressed. From dresses to tops, tunics, jumpsuits, shorts etc., they have got everything covered. There is something for every budget and a lot of size options available. I liked so many things and thought of sharing them with you. And since the holiday season is here and all of us want to look good for that Christmas and New Year’s Eve party, I rounded up ten of my favorite party looks for this season from the Flipkart Women’s Store. Without much ado, let’s get cracking!
Avirate Women’s Tunic Dress – Rs 3720. Its blingey yet simple, classy and chic. Perfect for a night out!
The Vanca Women’s Shift Dress (Rs 1799) – Lace is really big this season and coupled with black, it makes for a deadly combo!
Avirate Women’s Cocktail Dress (Rs 4300) – Love love love this one. So classy!
Fab Alley Women’s Sheath Dress (Rs 1350) – This dress reminded me of a line that Stella McCartney did with polka dots and sheer panels. Love the youthful vibe of this dress.
Remanika Women’s Gathered Dress (Rs 1386) – The high-low hem is another big trend now and if you want to sport it, this fuchsia dress can be a good option.
Ritu Kumar Women’s Maxi Dress (Rs 3950) – Love the mix of the print and solid black. Wear your hair in a tight bun, put on some high heels, carry a clutch and you are good to go!
The Vanca Women’s Gathered Dress (Rs 989) – This is such a ‘good girl’ dress don’t you think? Very cute!
Arrow Party Sleeveless Solid Women’s Top (Rs 1999) – Love the combination of silver sequins and white. Pair with skinny pants and high heels.
The Vanca Women’s Dress (Rs 1169) – Its blue and its got lace. What’s not to love right?
Avirate Women’s Gathered Dress (Rs 2405) – I’m in love with this color. So feminine and stylish. And how gorgeous is the eye makeup on the model!
These were my picks for the holiday season. Do let me know in the comments below which ones you liked. Also check out http://www.flipkart.com/women and share your favorites with me. Oh, and you can even browse through the women’s store on your android phone or iPhone. Just download the flipkart app!