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Prerna Gauba

Prerna Gauba writes on fashion and food, for the daily Entertainment & Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

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Work-cation Time!

With a wide range of discounts and offers by hotels and homestays, many have taken of from their homes and are now working from the hills or sitting at the beach. Here’s how this has helped them.

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 13, 2020 12:38 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

A love affair with accessories

Models at Schiaparelli were dripping in gold while Paco Rabanne made animal prints relevant even today and Nina Ricci made a case for bucket hats, here’s a lay down of accessories from Milan and Paris fashion weeks that were strong, fearless and attention grabbing for the women of today.

lifestyle

Published on Oct 11, 2020 01:54 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Spilling creativity on the runway

Does Indian fashion industry have an appetite for creative shows? Here’s what designers and fashion enthusiasts have to say about it.

lifestyle

Published on Oct 06, 2020 12:58 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Sustainability costs money: Masaba Gupta

In a freewheeling tête-à-tête, designer Masaba Gupta talks about her remarkable print prowess, the future of fashion and her recent debut show on the OTT platform

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 04, 2020 12:12 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

The Art of Layering

From denim jacket teamed with a neon strap dress to a monochrome look in pastel hues, here’s how to get an uber-chic look.

Wear a tube top or dress over a white shirt, like Alia Bhatt.

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 03, 2020 03:00 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

The fashion industry goes vocal for local

On Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday, this is how Indian fashion industry is following his path

Women supoorted by designer Anavila Misra doing khatwa work.

lifestyle

Published on Oct 03, 2020 01:38 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

The shifting focus of fashion

The post-pandemic fashion has evolved in terms of comfort and visibility

With social media becoming our window to the world, the focus has shifted to waist-up trends like this one by Prada(Instagram)

lifestyle

Published on Oct 03, 2020 01:15 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Delhi eateries aim to bounce back with new hope

Sales were slow in the beginning, but the number of guests stepping out to enjoy eating has been growing.

Many restaurant chains are now fully functional due to the rise in sales(Photo: Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 01, 2020 12:38 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

How to safeguard your social media accounts

The tentacles of the digital world have paved their way into more parts of our lives than ever before, due to which privacy has been played with. Seeing the growing number of social media crimes, safeguarding our profiles have become crucial.

Add an extra layer of security by enabling two-factor authentication.(Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 03, 2020 01:24 PM IST

ByPrerna Gauba

5 health benefits of walnuts

Here’s all you need to know about the wonder nut which is a powerhouse of nutrition.

One ounce of walnuts provides 4 gm protein, 2 gm fibre, lots of manganese, magnesium, phosphorus and zinc, selenium, some vitamin B, loads of E and the fat it has - MUFA and omega 3’s is all good fat.

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 25, 2020 09:25 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba, New Delhi

Bringing back the bygone era

The finale show by Manish Malhotra at the India Couture Week organised by the Fashion Design Council of Indian in association with Hindustan Times was an ode to the Mughal era.

Designer Manish Malhotra presented his collection Ruhaaniyat at ICW 2020.

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 23, 2020 11:12 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Rekindling refined regalia

Designer Anju Modi delves deep into her archives to catalyse drama into her new couture showcase.

Modi has always attempted at creating a design-oriented, impeccably-crafted ensembles that spell tradition and heritage.

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 03, 2020 02:41 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Kunal’s tryst with embroidery and patterns

Rawal plays with technique and pattern to launch a functional, multi-purpose and season-less couture collection.

Kunal Rawal showcased his collection Hide & Seek at India Couture Week.

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 22, 2020 11:06 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Weaving tradition into every ensemble

Designer Reynu Taandon wreaks a multisensory assault with her powerful take on the colour red.

Reynu Taandon’s models looked straight out of a folklore tale styled in wedding finery, that was dominated with hues of reds.

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 21, 2020 11:17 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba Sibbal

A tribute to the evolving ecosystem

Rahul Mishra captures the zeitgeist of climate change and wearable fashion that is evolving in the Pandemic era

Designer Rahul Mishra’s collection at the Indian Couture Week 2020 organised by the Fashion Design Council of Indian in association with Hindustan Times was a reflection of his love for nature.

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 03, 2020 02:38 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

A crescendo of theatricality and glamour

Designer Amit Aggarwal’s collection celebrates weightlessness of the ocean strewn with traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques.

The designer who launched his digital store a few hours before the show seems to be adapting to the euphemistical new normal.

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 03, 2020 02:34 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Post Pandemic, pared-down couture

Designers focus on precise lines, going back to classics and making wedding wear more practica

A sketch from designer duo Falguni and Shane Peacock’s collection Spectacle Prive.

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 03, 2020 02:31 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba, New Delhi

Indian couture’s digital foray

India’s first ever digital couture week starts today

Rahul Mishra illustrates a sublime lotus pond

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 03, 2020 02:26 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Adopt a pet to add joy in your life amid the gloom:Evelyn

To beat the lockdown blues actor Evelyn Sharma adopted a pet and a healthy lifestyle, here’s what she has to say about it.

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 15, 2020 02:02 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Here’s to new-age Birthday parties

Specialised virtual event planners start by knowing your child and what he/she likes, accordingly they plan invites, gifting options and games.

Time to host a virtual birthday party for your kids

lifestyle

Published on Sep 15, 2020 01:50 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Wedding in the times of Corona

Slashed prices and safety make more couples opt for destination wedding.

Many feel it’s safer for guests to stay together at a preferred destination(Istockimages)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 15, 2020 04:07 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Pro tips to click drool-worthy food images

From the right angle to the right light, experts tell us how to click great pictures for social media.

Here’s how to add elements and background to click a great picture(Instagram/bakewitshivesh)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 15, 2020 01:31 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Bride and beautiful in the pandemic

Fanfare is out, functionality is in. Brides are voting for comfortable, recyclable and timeless pieces.

This mirror-work lehenga by Abhinav Mishra comes with pockets to keep your dainty jewellery and makeup touch-up tools

lifestyle

Published on Sep 15, 2020 01:18 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Fresh, fragrant and fabulous

Freshly whipped face-packs, scrubs, handmade soaps and naturally extracted toners have become very popular, here’s all you need to know about handmade beauty products.

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 15, 2020 01:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

The tale of creating couture for digital audience

Iconic couturier Iris Van Herpen, who dressed the likes of Lady Gaga and Rihanna, opens up on her first digital showcase in Paris.

Iris’s digital couture collection showcased at Paris Couture Week 2020(Instagram)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 10, 2020 11:45 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

Polished ‘Formals’ and fast tracked

Amid pandemic fashion and WFH culture, this is what you can a makeshift wardrobe

Blogger Karishma Yadav and marketing professional Dhruv in their makeshift satorial style

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 08, 2020 01:32 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

ICW 2020: The show schedule announced

From designer Gaurav Gupta kick starting the week-long fashion event to couturier Manish Malhotra closing it, here is the entire lineup for India’s first-ever digital couture week.

From evocative fashion films to runway shows captured at unconventional locations and venues, the digital schedule is out and will be a creative outlet for designers to display their design aesthetics.

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 04, 2020 05:30 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

HT City Spotlight: A burst of flavours

While Indian chef’s love its distinct flavour the versatility of mustard oil has found it a place in every kitchen.

Since years mustard oil is known as a culinary favourite due to its distinctive taste and nutritional value.(Photo: Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 03, 2020 04:10 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba Sibbal

“He asked me to strip, said that’s the only way to get modelling assignments”

Gullible youngsters are sliding into dangerous traps set by social media-savvy racketeers who promise a flourishing career in modelling and acting. These men allegedly resort to extortion, blackmailing and even sexual assault once girls refuse to comply with their wishes.

india news

Updated on Sep 01, 2020 12:24 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByShara Ashraf Prayag & Prerna Gauba

HT CITY EXCLUSIVE: India’s first-ever digital couture week announced

The Fashion Design Council of India will host the first-ever digital couture show in India this September! Here are all details

lifestyle

Updated on Aug 30, 2020 06:03 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrerna Gauba

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Prerna Gauba

Prerna Gauba writes on fashion and food, for the daily Entertainment & Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

With a wide range of discounts and offers by hotels and homestays, many have taken of from their homes and are now working from the hills or sitting at the beach. Here’s how this has helped them.

Models at Schiaparelli were dripping in gold while Paco Rabanne made animal prints relevant even today and Nina Ricci made a case for bucket hats, here’s a lay down of accessories from Milan and Paris fashion weeks that were strong, fearless and attention grabbing for the women of today.

Does Indian fashion industry have an appetite for creative shows? Here’s what designers and fashion enthusiasts have to say about it.

In a freewheeling tête-à-tête, designer Masaba Gupta talks about her remarkable print prowess, the future of fashion and her recent debut show on the OTT platform

From denim jacket teamed with a neon strap dress to a monochrome look in pastel hues, here’s how to get an uber-chic look.

On Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday, this is how Indian fashion industry is following his path

The post-pandemic fashion has evolved in terms of comfort and visibility

Sales were slow in the beginning, but the number of guests stepping out to enjoy eating has been growing.

The tentacles of the digital world have paved their way into more parts of our lives than ever before, due to which privacy has been played with. Seeing the growing number of social media crimes, safeguarding our profiles have become crucial.

Here’s all you need to know about the wonder nut which is a powerhouse of nutrition.

The finale show by Manish Malhotra at the India Couture Week organised by the Fashion Design Council of Indian in association with Hindustan Times was an ode to the Mughal era.

Designer Anju Modi delves deep into her archives to catalyse drama into her new couture showcase.

Rawal plays with technique and pattern to launch a functional, multi-purpose and season-less couture collection.

Designer Reynu Taandon wreaks a multisensory assault with her powerful take on the colour red.

Rahul Mishra captures the zeitgeist of climate change and wearable fashion that is evolving in the Pandemic era

Designer Amit Aggarwal’s collection celebrates weightlessness of the ocean strewn with traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques.

Designers focus on precise lines, going back to classics and making wedding wear more practica

India’s first ever digital couture week starts today

To beat the lockdown blues actor Evelyn Sharma adopted a pet and a healthy lifestyle, here’s what she has to say about it.

Specialised virtual event planners start by knowing your child and what he/she likes, accordingly they plan invites, gifting options and games.

Slashed prices and safety make more couples opt for destination wedding.

From the right angle to the right light, experts tell us how to click great pictures for social media.

Fanfare is out, functionality is in. Brides are voting for comfortable, recyclable and timeless pieces.

Freshly whipped face-packs, scrubs, handmade soaps and naturally extracted toners have become very popular, here’s all you need to know about handmade beauty products.

Iconic couturier Iris Van Herpen, who dressed the likes of Lady Gaga and Rihanna, opens up on her first digital showcase in Paris.

Amid pandemic fashion and WFH culture, this is what you can a makeshift wardrobe

From designer Gaurav Gupta kick starting the week-long fashion event to couturier Manish Malhotra closing it, here is the entire lineup for India’s first-ever digital couture week.

While Indian chef’s love its distinct flavour the versatility of mustard oil has found it a place in every kitchen.

Gullible youngsters are sliding into dangerous traps set by social media-savvy racketeers who promise a flourishing career in modelling and acting. These men allegedly resort to extortion, blackmailing and even sexual assault once girls refuse to comply with their wishes.

The Fashion Design Council of India will host the first-ever digital couture show in India this September! Here are all details

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