Bling Sparkle: Cannes 2014
Showing posts with label Cannes 2014. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cannes 2014. Show all posts

August 17, 2015

L'Oreal Paris  Lumiere Cannes 2014 Collection box Review
August 17, 20150 Comments

Writing this post today reminded me of the good old days with Flipkart where there were sales so amazing that you couldn't get enough of them! Sadly, gone are those days, especially with Flipkart following the path by Myntra and going app only, all the excitement for shopping from them is dying.
Moving on, yes, I bought this box almost a year back and got the time to review it now. *Hides face* Ehem. I REALLY need to get a hang on blogging again. :P 
Actually, I am not a big fan of such boxes as I know from experience that one of the products in these is always stuffed in and a total disaster, which was true in this case too. But what urged me to buy it was that lipstick.

Let me tell you a short story.
A girl walks into an SS store to buy a foundation.
All the time she's checking out what a particular sales girl is wearing on her lips.
When she can't control it any more she asks the sales girl what she's wearing. (I know embarrassing).
The sales girl is sweet and greedy too as she is trying to talk her into buying the lipstick too.
The girl swatches that shade.
Comes home without buying it.
REGRETS it big time!
Yes, that girl is me and the lipstick shade I am talking about is the one hot shade which got a lot of fame, thanks to Aishwarya Rai who wore it with her Roberto Cavalli gown on Cannes 2014.

~L'Oreal Paris Moist Matte Lipstick in Lincoln Rose(As shown in the above pic).

I kept checking for its availability online as I didn't get a chance to go back to that SS store. The shade was out of stock everywhere. The only place it was available in was this beauty box. Finally, on a bright Summer morning, Flipkart came up with a 40% off on this box and I knew I had to buy it.
This box is inspired from one of Sonam Kapoor's Cannes 2014 looks and if it wasn't for that silver eyeshadow(which is pathetic), it would have been a perfect copy of Sonam's makeup on the box.

Here are short reviews of all the three products in this box.

*L'Oreal Paris Moist Matte Lipstick in Lincoln Rose: 
It's a personal favourite and I totally love it! It was my HG red lipstick for a while until their new range of red lipsticks showed up.
It gives you that perfect shade of Red lips to die for which look super hot, sensuous and drool-worthy.
Price:899/-

*L'Oreal Paris  Super Liner Gel Matic Deep Brown Force Review:
The Super Gel Matic liner in Deep Brown is THE BEST eye pencil I have ever tried! It's pure love and something which suits all occasions. This has become a wardrobe staple for me now. It's quite pigmented and doesn't sting your eyes and the staying power is also cool. A must buy.
Price: 450/-

*L'Oreal Paris Infallible Monos Pebble Grey 020 Review:
I am not too fond of L'Oreal's Infallible range and this was the biggest disappointment! PATHETIC is the word.
- Takes at least 5 swipes for the colour to show
- This shade looks ghastly. Like your Kajal has smudged and spread everywhere.
- It stings your eyes
- The staying power is laughable for this price. Doesn't stay even for 1/2 an hour! >_<

If I hadn't got a 40% discount on this box, it would have killed me to have paid for this Infallible Eyeshadow in Pebble Grey.

Here's an In-Photo review of all the three products:
Overall, if you can ignore that eyeshadow and manage to get this box on a discount, it's an AMAZING buy! The packaging is totally cute where the upper box slides to reveal an inner box. It's perfect for gifting!

Overall rating for the box: 4/5
(Kills me to minus one for that eyeshadow :/)

 See you all wonderful people soon,
Love,
~Bushra


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July 04, 2014

Friday Fives: 5 best looks from Cannes 2014
July 04, 20140 Comments

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Cannes is all about galmour and 2014 was not anything different . Indian beauties or L’oreal’s Brand ambassadors to be precise showcased fabulous fashion on the red carpet here is my top five Picks from the event.

Cannes obviously happened weeks back, and don’t ask me why this post comes this late, the only answer obviously is my laziness!

Sonam Kapoor wore a stunner by Anamika khanna at cannes . I loved everything about this look the saree to start with was a great pick, the sleek straight hair, the flawless make up and that choker (just cant get enough of it). This look was a winner all the way, props to sonam for picking indian designer to showcase at an international event .

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Aishwarya Rai chose a golden embellished Roberto Cavalli gown to show off her new found curves. Open voluminous hair and bold red lips finished out her look. . To say she looked fabulous would be an understatement , She nails this one tough competition for Sonam.

Cannes 2014: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in Roberto Cavalli

This look isnt from the red carpet, it is for chopard dinner and for this Sonam wore Elie saab strapless liliac gown. Chopard necklace and ferregamo clutch finished out this look. Sonam looks relaxed and pretty in this look  and that neck , extra love.

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Aishwarya hosted a event in Armani Privé gown. Chopard earrings, turquoise eyes and bold red lips completed this look. The blue eye makeup aside she looked awesome. But I really did miss colour from Aishwarya this year, wonder why she stuck to neutrals. Pretty predictable pattern for her (neutral+red lips)

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in Giorgio Armani Prive

Frieda Pinto walked red carpet in Michael Kors gown. The feather detailed gown wasn’t that great but Frieda's wavy hair and lips made all the difference . she looked lovely

Damn! I couldn’t fit in the black Elie saab vintage appearance of sonam kapoor not because it wasn’t that good, I dint want to overload this post with sonam !The black gown look really was fabulous infact this years Cannes run has been best on every front for sonam kapoor

If you ask me to pick one best appearance out of these five I really cant! Both aishwarya (in gold cavalli ) and Sonam kapoor (in anamilka khanna) share the top honours.

Which is your pick as the Top look?

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May 26, 2014

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan from rags to riches at Cannes…
May 26, 20140 Comments
There is no doubt ash finds Cannes as a second home. Indians are always interested in what the beautiful lady dons for the Cannes Film Festival, the most prestigious film festival in the world! Be it for her representing her films such as Devdas, Bride and Prejudice, Provoked, Guru, etc., inaugurating the festival, attending as a member of the prestigious jury or as a part of the L’Oreal Paris dream team, Cannes has become synonymous with Aishwarya. .
Did you even know the French media refers to ash as the ‘The Princess of Cannes’.
Aishwarya this year completed 14 glorious years with ‘The Cannes’
Though there were fashion disasters by her in the initial years, she improved with every year that passed and now is listed among the best dressed style Diva’s on the red carpet.
She made her first appearance at Cannes in 2002 to promote her movie ‘Devdas’

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Going total desi she looked cheery in a yellow sari paired up with gold jewelry

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2003
In 2003, Aishwarya become the first Indian actor to be on the coveted jury of the festival.
Also this was the year she turned out at Cannes donning disastrous outfits by Neeta Lulla ! The Neeta Lulla outfits failed to work.

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In this year  she became the first Indian to be part of L’Oréal dream team and signed on as their new international brand ambassador.
Her fashion choices again caused a stir when she turned up at 57th Cannes International Film Festival wearing a revealing Neeta Lulla gown.

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2005

This year was special for Aishwarya as she was invited as the L’Oréal brand ambassador but also because she was provided the huge honour of opening the festival, also a first for an Indian.
Her Cannes outing in 2005 was a far cry from her first appearance at the French festival. She stepped out wearing a black Gucci gown with plunging neckline.

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Aishwarya sported a floral gown by Giorgio Armani at the premiere of the film 'Match Point'.
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2006
With passing years she became a permanent fixture at the Cannes red carpet,and wowed the snappers in a navy blue Elie Saab gown in 2006.
Also Aishwarya’s movie “Provoked” got a special screening at the festival this year..
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2007
I am surprised she din’t give a miss to Cannes this year, she dropped by with hubby Abhiskek Bacchan in the midst of their honeymoon. Though she stayed just for a day, and even gave a miss to the screenings of her critically acclaim film Guru.

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This year the whole bachchan family was spotted at Cannes. She looked adorable walking the carpet hand in hand with her hubby.

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Aishwarya looked stunning in fuchsia Roberto Cavalli creation, which she teamed with diamond jewellery and a stone-studded clutch.

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2009
this year Aishwarya not only attended movie premieres with her husband Abhishek, but also took part in an event for social and humanitarian causes..

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2010
Aishwarya walked the red carpet as the L’Oreal brand ambassador…
She evolved with time and this time the media praised her choice for fashion she chose to represent herself in France,…

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She also sent many hearts fluttering with her lovely ethinic appearance in ethnic wear , a saree she donned from Sabyasachi .

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In this year Aishwarya Rai Bachchan attended the Opening Ceremony at the Palais des Festivals during the 64th Cannes Film Festival  wearing an one-shoulder, belted and intricately-beaded white gown.She was the picture of elegance !
She was a stunner in another Elie Saab one shoulder embroidered gown.
Next she cut a fine figure in a geometric Armani Prive dress with smokey eyes.

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2012 was the year, when Ash was criticised for her weight gain post pregnancy.And almost everything she wore this year was considered as a fashion disaster ! How mean ~!

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It was not only at the red carpet, but Aishwarya Rai's behind the scenes looks at Cannes were also a hit with the fashion critics.
While Aishwarya has always rocks western wear at Cannes, she disappointed with her choice of ethnic outfits. Aishwarya opted for a black lehenga-sari with golden embroidery by Sabyasachi with matching golden hair accessory. Aishwarya Rai's golden sari by Tarun Tahiliani was the worst dress at the Cannes red carpet.

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She is back and how! Aishwarya Rai Bachchan showed the world she's totally worth it when she finally stepped onto the Cannes red carpet this time. Ash glittered in a gold Roberto Cavalli off-shoulder dress and a white glittery gown another from Roberto Cavalli ,Aishwarya silenced her critics as she sizzled on the red carpet.


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                                          Look at the flawless makeup *dazed* *_*

All in all she looked gorgeous in all three of her appearances, but I do wish she had opted for at least one ethnic outfit to showcase at Cannes!

Which was Your fav look?
~Najm

Image Credits : Google Images
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May 21, 2014

Cannes 2014 : Sonam rocks and weaves Sheer Magic
May 21, 20140 Comments

I really was eagerly waiting to see what sonam wears this year at cannes and the wait for sure worth it!

For her first red carpet appearance at ‘The Homesman' premiere Sonam chose an Elie Saab couture black gown.  Her make up was flawless and I love how this look gives a vintage vibe with her hair in a faux bob.

Sonam Kapoor's vintage style at Cannes 2014

Sonam Kapoor's vintage style at Cannes 2014

Sonam Kapoor's vintage style at Cannes 2014

For her second appearance at the red carpet for ‘Foxcatcher’ Premiere sonam went the desi route choosing a pale pink anamika khanna net saree-gown.

Sonam accesorized this look with a sunita kapoor Choker, Ferragamo clutch and Jimmy Choo sandals. That choker adds so much to the look and is so stunning, iam drooling over it.

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I love the hair and make up in this look but the bottom part is a bit off if you ask me, but this is an outfit not everyone can pull off and sonam makes it work stunningly. This fusion saree gown is a fab way to present Indian fashion on international platform .

of the two red carpet looks by sonam which look  do you love more?

(Photo Credit: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

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May 18, 2014

Cannes 2014: Freida Pinto In Michael Kors
May 18, 20140 Comments

I love Cannes film festival and always look forward to it , especially the totally high on style appearances by Sonam kapoor. Iam excited a little too much to see what sonam wears this year . Other than sonam kapoor even Aishwarya rai, Mallika sherawat and freida pinto at on my watch list.

Freida Pinto yesterday walked the red carpet attending the ‘Saint Laurent’ premiere at the 67th Cannes film festival wearing feathered Michael Kors nude gown. Frieda completed her look with red lips and wavy hair . Saying Freida looked lovely would be an under statement! Though iam not a fan of the feathery dress , the make up was just perfect. Frieda rocks this look.

 

What say you?

(image credits: Zimbio)

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