Latest Neckline Designs for Summer Outfits

Latest NeckliLatest summer trends combine sensation of old cuts with modern aesthetics where neck designs play vital role in adorning a dress. Embellished neckline fashion is becoming trendy in 2011 as it imparts a chic look to simpler dresses and makes them wear worthy.

Latest summer trends combine sensation of old cuts with modern aesthetics where neck designs play vital role in adorning a dress. Embellished neckline fashion is becoming trendy in 2011 as it imparts a chic look to simpler dresses and makes them wear worthy.

Many Pakistani designers endeavor to enhance the existence of their clothes in global market that has upraised neckline fashion this year. Go for a variety of necklines or gala designs bestowed by several Pakistani fashion designers at many of latest Pakistani fashion weeks.
 Latest long neck designs

Manifesting ordinary attire into designers’ outfit is the key feature of long neck designs. Neckline intricately embellished with sequins, threads, beads or pearls imparts luxurious feel to dresses and outfits. Sobia Nazir collection and Fnk Asia latest collection presented at PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week Lahore 2011 contains long neck designs that remarkably add elegance to outfits. Latest summer lawn prints are also manufactured with built in long neck designs to endow beauty of carved neck designs as such the Latest Lawn Collection 2011 by Nadia Hussain.

Embellished neck design patches

Neck designs are carved out at patches also to ease selection. They are available in various forms of crochets, embroidery, sequin and thread work over range of hues and fabrics. Just get a perfectly matching neck design and get it sewn with your dress. The more festive is the traditional Sindhi embroidery that coming in multi shaded threads complements each piece of outfit. Those of by Sarah Salman and Nickie Nina showcased at PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week Lahore 2011 will provide you better idea in this sort.

Lace work and fabric match

Women in Pakistan quite depend on lace work to adorn their dresses as laces get mix and match for neckline, sleeves and shirt borders. Fabrics too are better option to give a modern feel to outfit only go through the different than the one you have to adorn. Attach laces at neck line or sew a regarding fabric along. Bonanza and HSY collection recently presented at PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week Lahore 2011 can be overviewed to get an idea.

Only you need to create a capturing mood for your dress and that is by beautiful neck designs only.
  

Top 10 Foods for Healthy Hair

"Lather, rinse, repeat" may be standard advice, but shampoo and conditioner alone won't give you the healthy hair you crave. For the most luxurious locks possible, you'll need to step out of the shower, and into the kitchen.

"Your hair grows about 1/4 to 1/2 inch every month, and the foundation of all of our new hair, skin, and nail growth is the nutrients we eat," says Dawn Jackson Blatner, RD, a Chicago-based dietitian. "If you eat a healthy diet, you will grow stronger and healthier cells throughout your entire body — inside and out."

If you were born with fine, thin hair, you'll never have rope-thick tresses — no matter what you eat — but a well-balanced diet that includes plenty of growth-promoting protein and iron can make a difference, say nutrition and hair experts.

And beware of dietary supplements often marketed to thicken hair or make it grow faster. They may backfire.

"Even though you can find beauty supplements on the shelves of most stores, try to get the nutrients you need from foods whenever possible," Paradi Mirmirani, MD, a dermatologist in Vallejo, Calif., tells WebMD. "In rare instances, excess supplementation of certain nutrients, such as vitamin A, has been linked to hair loss ."

Read on for the 10 top foods that should be the foundation of your healthy hair diet.

Healthy Hair Food No. 1: Salmon

When it comes to foods that pack a beauty punch, it's hard to beat salmon. Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, this high-quality protein source is also filled with vitamin B-12 and iron.

"Essential omega-3 fatty acids are needed to support scalp health," says Andrea Giancoli, MPH, RD, a dietitian in Los Angeles and a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. "A deficiency can result in a dry scalp and thus hair, giving it a dull look."

Vegetarian? Include one or two tablespoons of ground flaxseed in your daily diet for some plant-based omega-3 fats.

Healthy Hair Food No. 2: Dark Green Vegetables

Popeye the Sailor Man didn't eat all that spinach for healthy hair, but he could have. Spinach, like broccoli and Swiss chard, is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, which your body needs to produce sebum. The oily substance, secreted by your hair follicles, is the body's natural hair conditioner.

Dark green vegetables also provide iron and calcium.

Healthy Hair Food No. 3: Beans

Beans, beans, they're good for your ... hair?

Yes, it's true. Legumes like kidney beans and lentils should be an important part of your hair-care diet. Not only do they provide plentiful protein to promote hair growth, but ample iron, zinc, and biotin. While rare, biotin deficiencies can result in brittle hair.

Blatner, who is also a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association, recommends three or more cups of lentils or beans each week.

Healthy Hair Food No. 4: Nuts

Do you go nuts for thick, shiny hair? You should.

Brazil nuts are one of nature's best sources of selenium, an important mineral for the health of your scalp.

Walnuts contain alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that may help condition your hair. They are also a terrific source of zinc, as are cashews, pecans, and almonds. A zinc deficiency can lead to hair shedding, so make sure nuts are a regular on your healthy hair menu.

Healthy Hair Food No. 5: Poultry

Chickens and turkeys may have feathers, but the high-quality protein they provide will help give you the healthy hair you crave.

"Without adequate protein or with low-quality protein, one can experience weak brittle hair, while a profound protein deficiency can result in loss of hair color," Giancoli tells WebMD.

Poultry also provides iron with a high degree of bioavailability, meaning your body can easily reap its benefits.

Healthy Hair Food No. 6: Eggs

When it comes to healthy hair, it doesn't matter whether you like your eggs scrambled, fried, or over easy. However they're served up, eggs are one of the best protein sources you can find.

They also contain biotin and vitamin B-12, which are important beauty nutrients.

Healthy Hair Food No. 7: Whole Grains

Sink your teeth into hearty whole grains, including whole-wheat bread and fortified whole-grain breakfast cereals, for a hair-healthy dose of zinc, iron, and B vitamins.

A whole-grain snack can also be a great go-to food when your energy is zapped halfway through the afternoon, and you've still got hours to go before dinner.

Healthy Hair Food No. 8: Oysters

Oysters may be better known for their reputation as an aphrodisiac, but they can also lead to healthy hair — and who doesn't love that?

The key to their love and hair-boosting abilities is zinc — a powerful antioxidant.

If oysters don't make a regular appearance on your dinner plate, don't despair. In addition to getting it from whole grains and nuts, you can also get zinc from beef and lamb.

Healthy Hair Food No. 9: Low-Fat Dairy Products

Low-fat dairy products like skim milk and yogurt are great sources of calcium, an important mineral for hair growth. They also contain whey and casein, two high-quality protein sources.

For some healthy hair foods "to-go," try throwing a yogurt or cottage cheese cup in your bag when you head out in the morning to snack on later in the day. You can even boost their hair benefits by stirring in a couple of tablespoons of ground flaxseeds or walnuts for omega-3 fatty acids and zinc.

Healthy Hair Food No. 10: Carrots

Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A, which promotes a healthy scalp along with good vision .

Since a healthy scalp is essential for a shiny, well-conditioned head of hair, you'd be wise to include carrots in your diet as snacks or toppings on your salad.

The Big Picture: A Balanced Diet for Healthy Hair

When it comes to foods for healthy hair and beauty, variety is the best way to go.

"An overall balanced diet of lean proteins, fruits, and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fatty fish like salmon and low-fat dairy will help keep hair healthy," Giancoli says.

If you're tempted to drop pounds fast with the latest fad diet, it could leave you with less-than-healthy hair — along with a growling stomach. Low-calorie diets are often low in some of the most important nutrients for healthy hair, including omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and vitamin A. In addition to stunting hair growth and leading to dullness, super-low calorie plans may even cause hair loss.

"Crash diets can affect the hair cycle," Mirmirani tells WebMD. "Losing a significant amount of weight in a short amount of time can affect that normal hair rhythm. Two to three months later, you might notice a significant increase in shedding. This is a temporary problem that you recover from with a well-rounded diet."

TOP Ten Hair Advice

There are many myths about hair, and sadly perhaps, even hairstylists who should know better circulate some of this Hair Voodoo. Here are the scientific FACTS about the top 10 hair myths:

1.  Cutting your hair makes it stronger and grow faster.

Bull winkle. Its hair, not a lawn. Exactly where this myth started is unknown, but is probably related to the observation of men's facial hair. There are different kinds of hair on your face and head. Hair on your head and facial hair have different properties. Cutting your hair will only make it shorter and hairs grows almost exactly half an inch per month, no matter what you do or take.
2.  Split ends can be repaired.

Sorry Charlie, not true. Split ends cannot be repaired and should be cut off immediately or they will split yet higher and do yet more damage.
3.  Brushing your hair is good for it.

To the contrary, brushing your hair is very bad for your hair and the leading contributor to split ends and hair breakage. By all means groom your hair, but once it is in place, STOP.
4.  Tight hats cause baldness.

This one probably started in the military where young men entering the service were required to wear hats and soon showed signs of going bald, or at least of hair thinning. This is due to coincidental timing. The age that young men enter the military is also the same age that male pattern hair loss begins. This is due to dihydrotestosterone, not hats. Hats do cause hair breakage and to a lessor degree to split ends.
5.  Hair can turn gray or white over night.

What utter nonsense. This one was born in literature. What part of "fiction" did they not understand? Hair receives its color genetically and can only turn gray or white over very long periods of time. Actually the hair doesn't turn white in as much as the hair loses color, but not over night, or even a wild weekend.
6.  Pluck one gray hair and two grow back.

 Folks, if this were true I would be pulling my hair out by the fist full. I need more hair and can always color the gray hair.
7.  Baldness is inherited from the mothers side of the family.

More Hair Voodoo. Male and female pattern hair loss can be inherited from either side of the family and may or may not skip many generations. Male pattern hair loss usually begins at age 18 to 20 and female patter hair loss between ages 45 and 55.
8. Dandruff is caused by dry scalp.

Dandruff and dry scalp are two entirely different things. A good shampoo and conditioner will take care of the dry scalp, which is 'flaking'. Dandruff shampoos are entirely unnecessary and inadvisable for dry scalp.

Dandruff is a serious health issue and requires medical attention and prescribed medication. The 'flakes' are actually oily, not dry. Very few people have actual dandruff and you would know it if you did.
9.  Dandruff is contagious.

No. You already have the micro organism that causes dandruff, yours just aren't as active. On the other hand, there are plenty of nasty things you can get from someone else's comb or brush, so be careful.
10.  Cutting your hair during a full moon makes it grow in healthier, fuller, faster or longer.

Give me a break. I am not even going to dignify this one with an explanation. Hey, if they buy into this type of earth muffin drivel, by all means, let them mark the dates on their calendar.

Fancy Frocks 2010-2011 Collection

Frock is basically a modified form of Kameez (Kurti, Ladies Shirt). Frock is a beautifully designed outfit that has unique measurements. It is loose like umbrella at bottom and the rest of the dress has tight pattern. Designers modified this dress and have created many designs in it. Lots of casual and cultural embroidery works are being used to make the dress more beautiful. Indian Frocks are the most famous and established form of the dress frock. Indian Anarkali dresses are the origin of Indian Frock. Chooridar Shalwar has been used to wear with such fancy frocks and you can say that this tradition. Here we are going to presents some gorgeous Fancy Indian Frock styles for 2010 and 2011 and outfits with amazingly beautiful designs.

This is a simple Frock has little work on bust. Neck style is being modified in such a beautiful manner that it looks like a bridal dress. One can use this as bridal dress. Shoulders are being made in such a manner that feels like a part of neck style. Beautifully designed neck design enriched with motif and thread work. Some floweral design is also being enriched in a same fashion at lower bottom of this Indian Frock for 2010 - 2011. All these frocks contains A-line frocks, straight frock style, parallel frocks style, cultural frock pattern and umbrella frocks.

This Indian Frock has little ouch of western technique. The half sleeves baggy style is unique in west. This casual Indian Frock has square shape neck style that looks good with half sleeve pattern. The frock has curves like waves and this is a traditional touch to this Indian Frock.

This casual Indian Frock has little work on neck pattern. This can be a very fit for a party wear. Collar style has cultural pattern called “Ban” in India and Pakistan. This style is very famous now days. Neck style beautifully designed with silver thread embroidery tinted with shiny motif work.

Beautiful combination of colors this Indian multicolor frock has. Black and red always gives cool effects. Sleeve less baggy style pattern is very common in Indian Frock style. Lower bottom of frock has different color fabric like a border and it feels good. The most beautiful thing in this Indian Frock is neck style and the design that is being fetched on it. Designer used white and silver thread along with same color accessory like motif and stars etc.

The same technique and theme this Indian Frock has as we explain above. The pattern has full sleeves and the collar is an additional part. Designer intermingled collar and neck style that looks very beautiful. Silver shiny strip is being used at cuffs and lower border of the frock as a border. Again the design at bust and neck style is very beautiful and the beauty of this Indian Frock lies in it. Curvy shape of neck style suits very well with this type of neck design and embroidery. The design is just awesome.

Following Indian Frocks are same in pattern and the theme is also the same. Both has sleeve less casual loose pattern ad outfit, both has border strip and both has beautiful Indian embroidery work on bust and at neck pattern. A very rich thread and motif work is being done on neck style that feels good. With little more work one can use such Indian Frock as a bridal wear.
Disclaimer: All these images are taken from a forum, regarding any copyright issue you can contact us. These dresses are taken, just for sharing latest trend.

Top 10 Best Girls of Indian Reality TV Shows

Reality means different things to different people. It’s the naked truth that “Sach ka Samna” asks its participants to face or the twisted reality shown on Big Boss where participants rarely leave a chance to stab their “friends” in the back. Reality shows are not new to the Indian television. It probably started with the game of Antakshari, where the participants were common people. Those were the days of plain, normal game shows sans any controversy. With time, however, the reality shows have become more twisted and prone to controversies, more to raise the TRPs than showing “reality”. Though there are men as well as women participants in the reality shows, the females take the cake for bringing in the much needed glamour and spice to these shows. With Rakhi Sawant whining and crying on Big Boss or Nach Baliye 2, we switched channels just to see what all the chaos was about. As more channels started showing reality shows more of Rakhi’s clan joined in to make them the most popular shows being watched on Indian television. Here we take a look at some of the “leading ladies” of reality shows, those who have gone on to win these contests and some who have just raised the TRPs. Here goes the list of top 10 best girls of Indian Reality tv shows.
10.sherlyn chopra and monika bedi

Both have been part of the show Big Boss and have enough history to create interest on any reality show. These ladies, though new to this “field”, show promise of having just the heat needed on a reality show. Sherlyn in her recent appearance on Big Boss 3 created enough chaos for us to get up and take notice and who could forget the alleged Rahul – Monica link-up in the previous season?
9.Mandira Bedi

Mandira Bedi came to fore on reality shows with her stint as an anchor for Fame Gurukul. After this she has hosted several reality shows including game shows. She started participating in these shows with Arre Deewano Mujhe Pehchano which involved dressing the celebrities in disguise. She raked in some controversy when she got injured during a stunt on Khatron ke Khiladi 2.
8.Aditi Govitrikar

She holds an MBBS degree, however, she stopped practicing for a lucrative career in Bollywood. She became popular when she won the Mrs World pageant in 2001. She got noticed for reality show when she participated in Khatron ke Khiladi 1. With her recent show Big Boss 3 on air she too had her share of controversies surrounding around her divorce.
7.Mona Singh

 The leading lady of Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin became popular through the reality shows for all the right reasons, that is, by winning them! She has been the winner of two dance reality shows, Jhalak Dhikla Jaa and Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena.  She’s hosted a number of shows since then. However, how long she remains away from some scandal on TV remains to be seen.
6.Twinkle Bajpai

 This is another budding reality show star with more than five reality shows under her belt. She became talk of the town when she walked out of Kaun Jeetega Bollywood Ka Ticket as she was placed in danger zone. She raised hell as she thought she didn’t really deserve to be there. With a long way to go, Twinkle stands at number six.
5.Kashmera Shah

In love with reality shows this lady is remembered for her role in Yes Boss. She first appeared with her beau Krushna in Nach Baliye 3. Since then she has participated in several such shows the latest being Iss Jungle se Mujhe Bachao, where she was criticized for revealing too much on national TV. Thus Kashmera Shah stands at 5th position.
4.Shweta Tiwari

Another TV actress going on her way to becoming a reality show star. She left acting in TV serials to take part in reality show Nach Baliye 2, where she teamed with her then husband Raja Choudhry. This lady recently became famous for her stint in the show Iss Jungle se Mujhe Bachao, by wearing skimpy outfits for the activities on the show. With several shows to write on her resume, there are many more to come.
3.Tanaaz Irani

Though bubbly and childish in nature, this is one lady who can quickly change her colors. She is extremely popular on TV sitcoms and has done some movies as well. She started participating in reality shows with Celebrity Fame Gurukul. Since then there has been no stopping this gorgeous woman. She recently got nominated for ouster from the house of Big Boss 3 for teaming up with her husband and participant in the same show. Most housemates are thinking of this couple being a threat. She has managed to remain away from controversy so far, but is there a different face behind this bubbly demeanor? This remains to be seen, for now Tanaaz is at number three.
2.Sambhavna Seth 

At number two we have Sambhavna Seth, the runner up to the crown of reality show “queen”. She raked in enough TRPs for Big Boss 2 by doing exactly what she does best, creating a scandal out of nothing. She stands a tad bit behind Rakhi Sawant in being the most popular controversy star.
1.Rakhi Sawant

If there was an award for being mean and still being popular, Rakhi would be a winner hands down. This lady became extremely famous for her item numbers in both music videos and Bollywood films. With around ten reality shows in her credit, she is truly the queen of reality shows, doing everything from crying and being nice, to badmouthing her co-contestants, Rakhi doesn’t leave a stone unturned to make her show the “best” to watch.

Now those were our top 10 best girls of Indian reality tv shows.

Top 10 Beauty Tips

 1. Coconut Oil

Whenever I put on coconut oil, it reminds me of holidays in Thailand, but this is definitely not the only reason I use it!

This sweet-smelling, natural oil has antioxidant properties to combats premature aging, absorbs well into the skin and it doesn't leave any residue.

Coconut oil is also a great tool to keep your hair healthy, shiny and strong. The oil increases circulation on the scalp, supplying nutrients to the hair follicles. Just apply it, starting from the scalp and working it out through to the ends. Massage the head for a few minutes to work the oil well into the follicles. Leave it for 1 hour, then shampoo well and condition.

Yet another great use for coconut oil is as a delicious, gentle exfoliant - just mix it with a little sugar and rub into your body and face.
2. Eyelash and Eyebrow Tinting

Here are two tips that are great for days swimming and at the beach. No more running mascara and panda eyes when you step out of the pool!

Firstly, to really make your eyes pop, dye the lashes blue-black. Most people's eyelashes are naturally much lighter at the roots and tips, but this way you can leave the house looking like you are wearing mascara when you are not.

This procedure is a must for blondes, and its completely safe and pain free. Most beauty salons can help you with this - it takes around 20 minutes and lasts as long as 6 weeks.

Secondly, using eye brow pencil on your eyebrows will make them look thicker and more defined. Even if you're not wearing makeup, this will stop you getting that washed out look. It should only take you 5 minutes, and it lasts up to 6 weeks.
3. Blush

This beauty trick takes less than a minute and can really give you a vibrant, healthy look.
A quick dab of light cream blush with your fingers applied to where your cheeks naturally flush really adds some life to your face and gives a dewy, fresh look.
4. Evian Water Spray 

Here's a great pick-me-up for your skin. Its especially good when travelling by airplane in dehydrating and stagnant air, but its always a great last minute beauty tip to give you that extra edge.

A quick spray of Evian mist is very hydrating for the outer layers of your skin, and will give it an instantly youthful texture.

There are other brands of spray too so it doesn't have to be Evian. If you fly business class you'll often get a free one in your complimentary travel bag, so keep hold of it!
 5. Dry Shampoo

 If you want to get rid of greasy hair, but you don't have time to wash it, give dry shampoo a go. The ingredients in this product soak up the oil quickly and freshen up your hair.

Try Aveda Pure Abundance hair potion or Oscar Blandi Pronto dry shampoo. Or you can use baby powder as a cheap and easy alternative. Just sprinkle it on your roots, rub your head with a towel, and brush off.
6. De-Stress Yourself

Stress impacts your body in many negative ways, not least of which is your complexion. A few simple changes to your diet though, can do wonders for your stress levels.

Firstly, stay off the coffee as much as possible, as it can cause jitters and anxiety. Try relaxing drinks like Chamomile or Kava Kava instead.

Your lifestyle can also contribute to stress levels, so here are a few ideas to calm down when you get home. Meditation, Tai Chi and Yoga are excellent.

A hot bath, to soothing music and candlelight, will also reduce your stress levels no end. And if that doesn't work, try convincing your partner to give you a relaxing massage!
7. Neck, Chest, Hands!

Do you even notice someone with very youthful skin on their face, but then you see the aging signs on the neck, chest and hands? Most people spend lots of time on their complexion, but forget the rest of their body.

Your neck and shoulders can get almost the same amount of sun as your face, so you should give them the same protective treatment. Its particularly important to take care of your hands. When you drive they get exposed to the sun through your car windows, and activities like washing dishes can damage them too.

Make sure you pay lots of attention to these areas and you'll be thankful later. Try to apply a daily moisturizer of at least SPF 15.
8. Waxing

Waxing can be a bit uncomfortable - but it gets rid of unwanted hair. What many people don't realize is that it can be a great exfoliant too.

Waxing not only rips the hair out from the root, but also removes the very top layer of your skin, along with all the impurities that lie on the surface.

This is great before applying any self-tanning products as they will go on evenly without streaking. However, to avoid any irritation it’s best to wait 24 hours before applying these products.
9. Anti-Wrinkle Pillow

Try to sleep on your back as much as possible - sleeping on your side and stomach can cause wrinkles. Either way, think about getting yourself an anti-wrinkle pillow.

Silk and Satin are better than cotton. They are smoother and cause fewer of the sleep-lines that will eventually turn into wrinkles.
10. Lip Plumping Products

Instead of paying for expensive lip injections, why not try some lip plumping products first? Ingredients in these products cause the lips to swell, as well as decreasing the appearance of fine lines around the mouth.

The plumping effect is immediate, lasts up to 48 hours and doesn’t cause any irritation. The LipFusion, Maxolip, and Celebrity Pout brands are excellent.