Style, decoded.
How the work is actually done — what each look takes, what it costs, and how to tell skilled execution from the rest.
Bridal Glam Guide: Varanasi
How to book bridal makeup, a pre-bridal salon and a mehendi artist for a Varanasi wedding — what to check, what to ask, and the order to do it in.
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BridalSummer vs winter bridal makeup
What actually changes between a summer and a winter bridal look — skin prep, primer, foundation, finish — and what stays the same whatever month you marry in.
MehendiYour Teej preparation checklist
A simple order of operations for Teej — outfit, mehendi, hair, makeup and salon bookings — plus a checklist to run through the night before.
NailsKorean jelly nails: the glossy trend to try
Sheer, glossy, almost see-through nails. What jelly nails are, five looks to try, which nail shape suits them, and how to ask your nail artist for it.
NailsWhat should you know before getting nail extensions?
Everything worth deciding before your appointment — length, shape, extension type, upkeep and the nail artist who will do the work.
MehendiYour Rakhi outfit is ready. Now find a mehendi design to match.
Pink, yellow, green, red, pastel or ivory — how to pick a Raksha Bandhan mehendi design that belongs with the outfit you're already wearing.
TattooTypes of tattoos: 12 styles with picture examples
An illustrated guide to 12 tattoo styles — traditional, neo-traditional, realism, watercolor, minimalist, fine-line, Japanese, tribal, geometric, blackwork, dotwork, and script.
HairTypes of hair: a visual guide to your natural pattern
A visual guide to the four hair types and their A/B/C subtypes — how to identify your natural pattern and the simple care routine that suits each one.
MehndiTypes of mehndi: popular designs for every occasion
An illustrated guide to seven mehndi styles — traditional Indian, Arabic, minimalist, Rajasthani, Indo-Western, white and glitter, and tattoo mehndi.
MakeupTypes of makeup, explained with pictures
A picture guide to every major makeup style — natural, dewy, glam, smokey, festive, bridal, HD, airbrush, editorial — and how to pick the right one.
SkinUnderstanding different types of skin tone
A visual guide to the four main skin tone groups, cool vs warm vs neutral undertones, the Fitzpatrick scale, and simple care tips for every tone.
HairHow much does balayage cost in Bangalore?
Balayage in Bangalore costs about ₹4,000–₹12,000+. What you pay for, what changes the price, and how to avoid paying for poor work.
NailsGel vs acrylic nails: which should you get?
Gel and acrylic both extend and strengthen nails, but they feel, last and cost differently. A plain-English guide to picking the right one.
How much do gel nail extensions cost in Bangalore?
Gel extensions in Bangalore cost about ₹1,500–₹4,000. What's included, what changes the price, and how to avoid paying for work that lifts.
Tattoo styles explained
A plain-English guide to the main tattoo styles — fine-line, realism, traditional, blackwork and more — and how to pick the right artist for each.
How much does a tattoo cost in Bangalore?
Tattoos in Bangalore are priced by size, detail and artist — a small piece starts around ₹1,000–₹2,500. How pricing works and what not to skimp on.
Monsoon hair care in Bangalore
Bangalore's monsoon brings frizz, an itchy scalp and more hair fall. A plain-English guide to looking after your hair through the rains.
How to plan your bridal hair and makeup
A simple timeline for booking your wedding hair and makeup — trials, when to book, what to ask, and how to get the look you want on the day.
Festive nails for Diwali
Festive nail ideas for Diwali, from simple chrome to detailed art — plus how to make them last through a week of celebrations.
HairWhat is balayage?
Balayage is hair colour painted on by hand for a soft, sun-kissed finish that grows out without a harsh line. How it works, how to spot good work, and what it costs.