Among the many themes to ponder at the Believer’s Paradise exhibition that has opened at Koel Gallery is the developing relation of the self to its surrounding, which in many cases can be a contemporary Hell. For the show, curator Syed Faraz Ali brought together the works of three Thai … Read more
When Ramadan arrives during the monsoon season, the last thing on anyone’s mind is to sweat excessively. Strenuous activity is avoided and sloth seeps in our lives. As a result, those who are fasting try to tone down activity to a bare minimum to avoid depleting sugar levels or dehydration … Read more
As Ramadan inches closer and closer to summer with each passing year, designers have another excuse to start the lawn race as women search for the most desired, light and breezy outfit to wear on Eid. In the same spirit, designer brand Sana Safinaz launched its latest Eid collection this … Read more
She forayed into the world of art after having worked in the United Arab Emirates and the United States, before finally settling in Pakistan. SAFAR, or journey, being exhibited at Comsats, is a montage of Nargis Khalid’s work through the ages. The water colors, like the sensibility of Khalid’s oil … Read more
Fashion designer Tena Durrani launched her Eid collection on July 20 at Prince Jewelers in Karachi. Featuring 60 pieces, the collection was priced between Rs 9,000 and Rs 80,000. Durrani has been designing clothes for a long time, but her first official stint came six years ago as a small … Read more
A photo exhibition marking the passage of a year since the 2010 floods was launched at Pakistan National of the Arts here on Thursday. Titled “Reviving Communities Stronger Together”, the exhibition brought up the tragedy, that affected nearly 20 million people, killing over 2,000 and swiping out 1.7 million houses … Read more
After venturing into lawn market, model-turned-entrepreneur Vaneeza Ahmed Ali launched her shoe collection. With most of the collection comprising of flats, she catered to a niche market with 30 designs, exhibited at her flagship store at Park Towers on July 18. Featuring an animal theme with diamantes, Vaneeza Footwear was … Read more
Pakistani pop star and actor Ali Zafar, who will perform live along with Bollywood actors Katrina Kaif and Imran Khan to promote Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, is set to burn up a lot of energy at rehearsals. Zafar, who is a seasoned stage performer, said, “Yes, that’s the plan. I … Read more
Bringing a refreshing palette of colors and textures, “Summer Art Show” featuring a group of eight emerging and established artists opened at Nomad Art Gallery here on Thursday. Oil landscapes on paper by Marium Haider, connoted to the subject of hope and positivity. The depiction of the full moon reveals … Read more
After Bridal Couture Week held in Karachi and Lahore, Pakistani designers are now set to showcase their bridal collection on an international platform like Bridal Asia 2011. The three-day wedding extravaganza Bridal Asia, know as a one-stop destination for brides and grooms, will start in New Delhi on September 30. … Read more