I’m a Pakistani first: Atiqa Odho

KARACHI: Atiqa Odho, whose career kick-started in 1992 with Anwar Maqsood’s TV series “Sitara aur Mehrunissa”, became a household name in Pakistan in a short span of time. After establishing herself as an actor, Odho later starred in a string of successful films, including Jo Darr Gya Woh Marr Gya, Mummy and Mujhe Chand Chahiye.The Express Tribune sat down for a tete-a-tete with the actor, who spoke at length regarding why she is so keen on promoting a positive image of Pakistan and why she discourages Bollywood films in Pakistan. ‘Sitara Aur Mehrunissa’ was a TV serial that set the standards. Following that, you...

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Closet Revival

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The trends introduced by PFDC Fashion Week 2011

The roaring maleRepublic makes a wild call and pairs cheetah print, fitted trousers with a plain trench coat — a healthy juxtaposition of a loud print with a sedate upper for a sophisticated, yet, edgy winter look.Far and wideMaria B and Ammar Belal do 1970s bohemia and bring the wide flare back en vogue for Pakistan’s sweltering summer.Making headlinesKhaadi Khaas makes a fitting tribute to Karachi and picks up on the most ubiquitous and banal object — the Urdu newspaper and makes it an exciting statement piece.Claw me if you canDebutante Batur does a very Alexander McQueen version of claw shoes in brilliant red to match his dominatrix collection.Ethnic...

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Lovely lipsticks

Every woman who wears make-up knows the importance of lipstick when it comes to topping off a certain look. For a night out on the town wear a dramatic red or eye-catching orange. When going for brunch with your mother-in-law, it’s probably best to stick to pretty pink tones.Here’s our guide to the four basic blocks of lipshades:NudesLast year’s trend of nude lipsticks has continued into 2011, with a number of celebs wearing nude to offset the bold autumn colours. The key for choosing the perfect nude shade is picking a pale pink or light tan colour that comes closest to your own lip colour. Enhance this shade with a shimmery gloss and you’re...

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Generation Winter Collection 2011

Generation is one of the most Popular Clothing labels in Pakistan. Generation offers wide range of ready-to-wear clothing, which is targeted towards women of all ages, shapes, and personal styles.Generation Winter Collection 2011-12 is available in all Generation outlets across Pakistan.Generation Winter Collection 2011-12 is incredibly stylish and this collection is ideal for Winter Season.Check Out Generation Winter Collection 2011-...

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Don't Miss Our Favourite Fashion Stories Of The Week

It's been another busy week over at LOOK HQ and it's going to be a busy Halloween weekend too. Today we joined in on the Wear It Pink day to support the Breast Cancer Campaign, you can see pictures of the team on our Facebook page. We've loved all the stories this week, from one celebrity telling the world that she shares her dog's lipbalm (!?) to Keira Knightley looking gorgeous on the red carpet – and here are our top five fashion stories of the week.1. Versace for H&M has got to be the most exciting collaboration ever, and it's not only us girls who can get in a frenzy about this, as there's...

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Bridal Couture Week Lahore 2011

As announced by GM Public Relations Hum Network, the Bridal Couture Week held in Lahore from October 15 to 16, 2011.Four shows would be held with 13 designers participating including those from India.Line up of fashion Designers from Pakistan and India in the two-day event including Ali Xeeshan, Bina Sultan (BNS Couture), Fahad Hussain, Faheem Abbas, Gulzeb Asif, Kosain Kazmi, Mona Imran, Saba (La Chantal), Saba and Misbah (Hijab), Sadaf Arshad, Saira Rizwan, Shayanne Malik (Saman Zar) and Shaziya Kiyani (Shaziya Bridal Gallery). Gutam Rakha, Rahul Rastogi and Shibani Rastogi (Rabani and Rakha) are especially flying in from India with their...

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