Bangladeshi Magazines

Some Where in Blog
Bangla blog site, good source of information and articles by varioius writers.
http://www.somewhereinblog.net


Shaptahik2000
One of the prominent weekly magazines. Internatioinal subscription and online version available.
http://www.shaptahik2000.com

Computer Jagat
Monthly computer jagat; popular magazine published every month with latest information about IT in Bangladesh.
http://www.comjagat.com

Computer Barta
The Monthly Computer Barta, the popular ICT magazine that is working as a leading ICT media. Basically, The Monthly Computer Barta is working to create a new industry named ICT and Electronics in Bangladesh.
http://www.computerbarta.com

Colors of Bangladesh
Everything you wanted to know about Bangladesh.
http://www.colorsofbangladesh.com

Meghbarta
Meghbarta is an independent web-zine run on the basis of editorial policy agreed by a number of activists-writers-performers-journalists-photojournalist-artists. As a forum for online activism Meghbarta works to contribute to global and local struggles.
http://www.meghbarta.org

Monthly At-Tahreek
An extra-ordinary Islamic Research Journal of Bangladesh based on real Tawheed and Sahih Sunnah.aming to establishing a pure islamic society in Bangladesh.
http://www.at-tahreek.com

Grameen Dialogue
Newsletter published by the Grameen Trust Bangladesh. Grameen trust, a non profit organization, created to promote awareness and action for the elimination of hunger and poverty.
http://www.grameen-info.org/dialogue


Porshi Monthly
Porshi is a Bangla monthly publication based in Silicon Valley, California. The objective of Porshi is to create a bridge amongst the Bangla speaking communities spread around the world utilizing the common bond of Bangla language and culture.
http://www.porshi.com

Deshi Boi
Online Bangla Library For latest bangla magazine, All bangla books And newest English magazine and books.
http://www.deshiboi.com


Gurpukur Science
Gurpukur is a development organization of sharing knowledge and experiences of individual or of any group. Gurpukur Research Institute (GPRI) is an associate organization of Gurpukur, attached with innovative and informative research.
http://www.gscience.net


Monojagot Monthly Mental Health Magazine in Bangla
A First Monthly Mental Health Magazine in Bangla edited by Dr. A H Mohammad Firoj. This is a very popular magazine in Bangladesh as well as abroad. The Monojagot is helping the people to conscious about physical mental and sexual health.
http://www.monojagot.ws

Unmad bangla cartoon magazine
Unmad a paben cartoon, bango, mojadar chobi, golpo, obhiggota, ebong ettadi
http://tinyloader.com/unmad


Female Bangladesh
This is the website of Bangladesh female Magazine. From here you can get various story of female in bangladesh
http://www.female.com.bd

Women.com.bd
Bangladeshi women’s Magazine.
http://www.women.com.bd


eBiz
Online Information technology magazine by ittefaq group. ITTEFAQ Bhaban, 1 R K Mission Road, Dhaka-1203, Bangladesh.
http://ebiz.ittefaq.com

Bengali Books
Bengali Short Story Collections. Shown above are the six Bengali short story collections by the renowned author Eva Khashnobish.
http://www.bengalibooks.com


Sonar Bangladesh Magazine
Sonar Bangladesh A Portrait of Glorious Bangladesh. A monthly online magazine.
http://www.sonarbangladesh.com

Cnewsvoice.com
C NEWS - Voice of Technology - the monthly IT publication from Bangladesh
http://www.cnewsvoice.com


Internet Bangla Magazine Basbhumi
Australian First Internet Bangla Magazine 87 Ryan Place, Beacon Hill NSW 2100 Australia.
http://www.basbhumi.com


Pcworld Bangladesh
The leading monthly IT magazine in Bangladesh and it was first published in june 1996.
http://www.pcworld.bangla.net


Current Issue Bangaladesh
Current Issue the first Bangla Career Magazine that has a unicode compliant web site with rich and user-friendly interface. It aims to be the most career friendly magazine for Bangladesh.
http://www.currentissuebd.com


Economic Observer
In publication since 1966 in the English language covering various economic and business stories. Ever maintaining high journalistic standards without compromise.FOR DETAILS TO CONTACTECONOMIC OBSERVER14 UTTARA MODEL TOWN ROAD 17 SECTOR
http://www.economic-observer.com


Shaptahik
Online version of Weekly Bangladeshi Magazine Shaptahik.
http://www.shaptahik.com


Bangla Magazines
Worldwide subscription of popular Bangladeshi Bangla magazines.
http://www.banglamagazines.com


Robber by Ittefaq Magazine
This is the site of robbar magazine a part of ittefaq. From here you can get story, literature, news of Bangladesh.
http://www.robbar.ittefaq.com


Bangla Mela
This is the of BANGLA MELA online web magazine.here is many catagories- novel, story,poem,essay,etc.
http://www.banglamela.net


Untold Facts
A truly sharing portal of the untold facts regarding Bangladesh and this region.
http://www.untoldfacts.com


ICE Today Magazine
Teen Magazine focusing on Fashion, Education, Food, Business Travel and other related information.
http://www.ice-today.com

Kabita Patra
KabitaPatra is a poetry website for 300 million Bangla speaking and reading people all over the globe. Ershad Mazumder,a Dhaka based Bangladeshi poet,journalist and writer is the Chief Editor and founder of the magazine.
http://www.kabitapatra.org

Anyadin
A popular Bangla magazine.
http://www.anyadin.net


e Magazine Bangladesh
this is a site of e magazine bangladesh. entertainment, news, culture, fashion, society, etc.
http://www.emagazinebd.com

Business Magazine Bangladesh
This is an online magazine about bangladesh Business world. from here You can get bangladeshi business news.
http://www.businessbangladesh.info

Maadhukari
Bengali online magazine.
http://www.maadhukari.com

InsideDesi
InsideDesi was founded on the principle of delivering timely, relevant and free content to the South Asian community. InsideDesi Online Asian lifestyle magazine providing news on Desi entertainment, Bollywood, fashion, celebrities and much more...
http://www.insidedesi.com

Doshdik
A new Bangla magazine.
http://www.doshdik.com

Tilottama Bangla
A Bengali online magazine.
http://www.tilottamabangla.com

E-manikganj
Bangla Online Magazine
http://www.emanikganj.com

Guru Chandali
A totally online Bangla ezine.
http://www.guruchandali.com

Weekly Abakash
A weekly magazine published in Naya Diganta
http://www.dailynayadiganta.com/abakash



Mukto
Mukto Bangla magazine
http://www.mukto.org

Bengali Little Magazines and Arts - Srishtisandhan
Bengali Little Magazine Bengali Magazine Bangla Magazine Bengali Literature, bangle lekha, chobi, galpo, kabita, gaan.
http://www.srishtisandhan.com

Kishorkantha
Online version of Bangle Magazine Kisharkantha.
http://www.kishorkantha.com.bd


The monthly Alkawsar
The magazine Alkawser began its journey on Muharram 1426 Hijri, February 2005 with this view. And today, only by the Grace of Allah SubhanuTala it has got the opportunity to present some portion of it in the web.
http://www.alkawsar.com


eBiz online
This is the of ebiz online a part of ittefaq. from here you can get tha information of business
http://www.ebiz.ittefaq.com


Bartaman Sanglap
Bangla Weekly Bartaman Sanglap.
http://www.bartamansanglap.com


Bangladeshi magazine on energy and power sectors - Energy & Power
A weekly magazine on energy and power sectors.Editor: Mollah Amzad Hossain Eastern Trade Center Room 509 56, Inner Circular Road Dhaka 1000 Tel: +880-2-835 4532.
http://www.ep-bd.com


surjodoy
Magazines, periodicals, glossies or serials are publications, generally published on a regular schedule, containing a variety of articles, generally financed by advertising
http://www.surjodoy.com


Sonar Bangla
Weekly Sonar Bangla Magazine from Bangladesh
http://www.weeklysonarbangla.com


Kaliokalam
Society and Culture related monthly magazine.
http://www.kaliokalam.com


Shodalap
An inclusive e-journal for Bangladeshis at home and abroad.
http://www.shodalap.com


Bengali Times
Weekly Bengali Times.
http://www.bengalitimes.net


Mukhomukhi
A Bengali webzine.
http://www.mukhomukhi.com


Parjaton Bichitra
Travel and Turist magazine.
http://www.parjatanbichitra.com

Karnafuli
Online weekly Bengali magazine in Southern Hemisphere, Australia.
http://www.karnafuli.com

Lakshimpur Barta
As the creation of Bangladesh is a surprise in the map of the world, so greater Noakhali is an area which has a distinct and remarkable position in Bangladesh.
http://www.lakshmipurbarta.info

Generation next
1st Lifestyle Magazine of Bangladesh
http://www.thegenn.com

Parikkrama
Parikkrama is an independent Bengali Magazine published biomonthly from Sweden.
http://www.parikkrama.com


Technology News
From here you can get all the latest information about Technology.
http://www.newxwin.net

Hazarii
Online Magazine In Bangladesh.
http://www.hazarii.com


ICT Barometer
Bangla ICT Online Newspaper. It is completely in UNICODE and updating all the time. In Bangla and English.
http://www.ictbarometer.com

Weekly Economic Times Magazine
Reviews about Bangladesh Economics, regarding Real Estate, Food, Garments and other sectors.
http://www.weeklyeconomictimes.com

Sonajhuri
A monthly Bangla online magazine.
http://www.sonajhuri.com


Bengal Net
West bengal portal magazine, cooking , sports, stories and more.
http://www.bengalnet.com


Akashdiya
A popular web magazine.
http://www.akashdiya.com


Bangla Mati
Bangla Mati, Bangladesh O Bangla Bhasar Bangla Web Magazine.
http://www.banglamati.net


seattle-chithi
Magazines, periodicals, glossies or serials are publications, generally published on a regular schedule, containing a variety of articles, generally financed by advertising
http://www.seattle-chithi.net


theprescription.net
The Largest and Most Popular Online Bangla Health Magazine/ Newspaper.
http://www.theprescription.net


The Executive Times
Magazines.
http://www.exectimes.com


Bangla Web Magazine
A Magazine For Youth and Children with all Moral matters
http://www.monthlyyouthwave.com

Online Bengali Book Store
Largest stock of Bengali Books. Daily update. Bangla Boi, Magazine, Saradia Magazine
http://www.boimela.in

Probe News Magazine
About Bangladesh, politics, business and other related issues.
http://www.probenewsmagazine.com

Parabaas Magazine
This is the site of Parabaas magazine. From here you can get story, literature, news of Bangladesh.
http://www.parabaas.com

ChupMagazine
Chupmagazine.com is the place for Urban Bengalis.
http://www.chupmagazine.com

Probasi Bangladesh Magazine
Bangla Web Magazine probasi.com. Bangladeshis Voice over the net.
http://www.probasi.com

News Hours BD
Popular online base news site. Both Bangla and English version.
http://www.newshoursbd.

Shara Rhitu
SHARA RHITU or FOUR SEASONS is an independent bi-monthly magazine dicated to cultural liberty of Australia and Bangladesh.
http://www.shararhitu.com

Nishorga
Nature conservation and wildlife magazine from Bangladesh. Nishorga means beauty of nature. Nishorga is the first nature conservation and wildlife magazine from Bangladesh.
http://www.nishorga.com

Travel guide
After all, Bangladesh has been receiving poor marks in Transparency Internationals, a website of resources and storytelling.
http://www.samarmagazine.org


enctechnology
Magazines, periodicals, glossies or serials are publications, generally published on a regular schedule, containing a variety of articles, generally financed by advertising
http://www.enctechnology.com



Non Stop Update
Online Magazine
http://www.nonstopupdate.com


Shatorupa Online web Magazine
This is the of shatorupa online web magazine.here is many catagories- novel, story,poem,essay,etc.
http://www.shatorupa.com


Shuddhashar
Shuddhashar is a Magazine since 1990..
http://www.shuddhashar.com

Ebarta
Julfikar Ali Manik,a senior Journalist of Daily Star,wrote an article,as he justified a long waited peoples demand of war-criminals of 1971 must go on trial at this moment.
http://www.ebarta.com


The Pharma World
The first and the only monthly Pharmaceutical Journal of its kind in Bangladesh designed to cater to the needs of the Pharmaceutical & Health sector.
http://www.thepharmaworld.com


marupalash
Magazines, periodicals, glossies or serials are publications, generally published on a regular schedule, containing a variety of articles, generally financed by advertising
http://www.marupalash.com


Enews Digest.
Online magazine eNews Digest. Information, discovery, science.
http://www.enewsdigest.com


Watch Bangladesh
A newly launched online Magazine
http://www.watchbd.com

geocities
Magazines, periodicals, glossies or serials are publications, generally published on a regular schedule, containing a variety of articles, generally financed by advertising
http://www.geocities.com/shafique_prokash

Unnayan News
UnnayanNews is the first multimedia and development webzine in South Asia that actively promotes human rights and development matters focusing to MDGs, ICT4development and culture and unity by practicing innovative online and multimedia journalism.
http://www.unnayannews.net

Utsab Patrika
Published from Kolkata India and Bangladesh. Utsab Patrika magazine.
http://www.utsabpatrika.com

Fashion show in Ahsan Manzil







































































































































































































































The stoic walls of Ahsan Manzil in Old Dhaka were alive again last Thursday night. In the times of the nawabs, the dome of this palace was perhaps the highest point of Dhaka, drawing intrigued people from all over. On the night of April 1, there was a gathering of not nawabs and zamindars but of admirers of haute couture and connoisseurs of art. The occasion was the fashion show arranged by Tootli Rahman. Titled, “The Evolution of Saree of the Subcontinent over 100 years,” the event was sponsored by City Bank Ltd and American Express. The audience was mesmerised by the razzle-dazzle, opulence and intricate embellishments; and the models looked good too. The palace wore a festive look and the allure of saree amazed all. Saree is undoubtedly the simplest yet most beautiful garment but many people are unaware of its history. The aim of this show was to discover it, in fact to relive it. First came a simulation of the Mughal era. The models descended from an elephant. The segment began with a dance. In this era sarees were not so prevalent, and were heavily embroidered with zardozi work and semi-precious stones. The embroidery was done using real gold or silver threads. After the Mughals came the Zamindars in a horse-drawn carriage. This was also the time when the British ruled the subcontinent. The saree then was worn in the ek pyach (draped around the body in a single wrap) style. The ladies of the Tagore household updated and changed the way saree was worn. The late 1800s paved way for the Victorian style of long sleeved blouse, and saree camouflaged as gowns, accessorised with hats, gloves, lace ruffles, capes and more. In the 1940s and ’50s women of the subcontinent followed the style of Indian filmstars and a number of new styles were introduced, such as short blouse, which was in contrast to the conservative style of the Brtish Raj. High neck, short sleeves popularised by Suchitra Sen and her contemporaries also made an impact. The next two decades were influenced by the Hippy style. Women wore go-go glasses, large hoop earrings and large necklaces, and their sarees were heavily embellished with flowers and vibrant colours. In the disco era, the glitter, the shimmer and the gloss reigned supreme. As a new nation was born in 1971, saree also found an expression and acceptance. The Bangladeshi role models were Kabori, Shabana and Bobita. In this segment models in green and red took over the runway. The 1990s said goodbye to the glitz of disco, and embraced a style that was more elegant and subdued. Nakshi Katha, vegetable dyes, Mipur and Tangail sarees became popular. Around this time we also rediscovered a heritage — the Jamdani. From 2000 onwards fashion in the subcontinent has seen vibrant colours, subdued blends, fusion, influence of Hollywood and Bollywood and perseverance of our own traditional forms. “The saree evolution will continue if more support is given and women are encouraged,” said fashion designer Tootli Rahman. “We did a show in Lalbagh celebrating 400 years of Dhaka. I wanted to do something particular on sarees and thought that Ahsan Manzil would be a great venue for the show,” she added. The process was arduous, but the Cultural Ministry was very supportive. I had been dreaming about this for the last five years. What my grandparents used to wear — the styles and trends of those days inspired me. Everything has changed but history also repeats itself. It was wonderful working with all the people who have supported me,” Rahman said. The show was choreographed was by Tootli Rahman. Assistant choreographer was Luna; make-up and hair was by Kaniz Almas Khan of Persona. Jewellery were provided by Purobi Jewellers. The chief guest was Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chowdhury, Ministry of Women and Children’s Affairs. Media Partners were Channel i, Radio Foorti, Canvas, Dia Asiana and Ice Today. Square Toiletries Ltd., Marico, Golden Harvest, Aqua Paints, Infrablue Technology and RC Cola also sponsored the show.

Click here to see the gorgeous pictures from the fashion night on Flickr

Fashion in Campus


Fashion a word that is often used to theorize a society's most talked about generation. Forgotten are the days of socialist revolutionary heat pumping through the veins of the young and the restless or the poetic drive of Rabindranath that used to define this generation. Kids nowadays are more into the whole cell phone/straight-hair poodle styles. Even if it was pretty hard to imagine just a decade ago what this generation has turned into its fun now when we track it back to the times when cable TV waltzed into the city. And now each group has its own style in the varsity campus. Starting from of course, what brand of cell phones they use, what type of hair spikes they prefer, what brand of watch they show off and the pair of jeans they wear.

And girls going out of their ways to match their flipflops with their blouse, bag, the pouch inside their bag, earrings, cell phones, contact lens…and the infinite list goes on!

Extremities aside, the campus fashion nowadays swings both ways for men and women craving for that urban look while holding their own roots. They go for the raw trend that shops like Jatra, Deshal, or Piran subsists to set.

For women the obsession for straight hair still persists with full force. Short kurtas worn with embroidered jeans became fairly popular in the last few years. Metal bangles and clay ornaments from Shadakalo, Aarong, and other designer boutiques compliments such attire. Interestingly enough, the most popular stilettos that used to be the in thing just a few years ago has been drastically replaced by the almost flat sandal/strap on shoes similar to those of the ancient Greek mythical characters used to wear. Silver toe rings seems to go nicely with these strappy sandals while nose rings and other accessories harmonizes with the raw beauty that the girls go after.

Guys on the other hand are becoming more metro these days. Headgears are what comprises most of what they call fashion. Bandana is most common among the men in the campus that would obviously go with the “hot bike owner” look (even if the bike is missing from the picture). But in a typical day with scheduled classes back to back, guys are mostly seen to wear quarter sleeved t-shirts with a contrasting shirt on top. Body piercing nowadays took a steep turn towards metro urban looks the guys go after. Even though tattoos are considered taboo, one can still take a little peak at the most unimaginable part of the body and find one!

Incidentally, the campus trend says more than just what people wear or carry these days. The name they go by says a lot about their fashion sense as well. For instance, a few days ago I heard someone yell out “Kasper!” whose real name turned out to be Kashem uddin. Go figure!

Call them annoying, or superficial, or simply “beyadopp”, they are the new generation who brings most of the colors, diversity and sometimes a breath of fresh air with them and their diverse fashion.

Participants: Shovon, Tumpa, Numan, Rain, Tanjima, Nafisa, Sabrina, Nafis, Miran, Muntasir, Dithi, Srutee, Radia, Tomal & Tuni
Location: BRAC University


Fashion Management 101

Flip your hair 45 degrees and click the tips of your heels through that campus door to score that perfect 'A' for some gawking fashion statement inside your university campus. Whoever said university was all about education? I say getting your outfit set to last ten hours without any bent, slit or stain on it is far more important in life. In fact, let me tell you exactly how each and every fashion tip for campus goers is directly proportional to their success in life.

Straightening the hair
It's not just about the act; it's the preparation, patience and determination that go on behind it. Oh and yes, the money too. It's no joke maintaining straight hair and that too the entire day, every day, everywhere. Even when digging into greasy chicken fry in the canteen with your bare hands, having that ideal shiny hair always directs back to a hint of class and sophistication. Letting those hair mimic fearless hay straws, which are able to keep still even on a drastic windy day, naturally shows that nothing can stop you from keeping your head straight.

Maintaining posture in heels
High heels have always been part of the fashion world but somehow they were restricted to parties or other fancy gatherings. Nowadays, they are a must in your average university classroom. And, why not? Being able to maintain yourself on two chopsticks is not an easy trick, especially if you happen to be paying a good chunk of your tuition fees over them. Basically, learning this form of art teaches you the most important philosophy of life: Balance is everything. Amen.

Seriously, there will be bumps on the road, there will be people coming in your way, trying to overthrow you from your destination and, yes, there will be the ups and downs in life but nothing, absolutely NOTHING will get you to fall down!

And, of course, with shoes that come in pointed-front that expose the tip of your nails, have the toenail color matching your eye-shadow for an extra bonus on your great coordination skills.

Squeezing the world in your tiny purse
Big bags are there too but for those of you who can manage to punch in all the required accessories for the day into a 30 by 30 centimetre silky-sack, know that you are the pioneers of the phrase "organizational behaviour". That's right, getting a

· Brush
· Moneybag
· Eye-shadow
· Compact
· More money
· Lipstick
· Lip-gloss
· Nail filer
· Eyeliner

in that tiny space requires raw talent and raw dedication to daily campus fashion. Trust me, there is just no better way to express management skills!

Wearing evergreen makeup
Now comes the part about making sure that the makeup glimmers all day long. This could take hours if you count the checking yourself in the mirror after every class for 20 minutes.

But the most important factor in the end of the day is 'time'. Here is the thing, they may walk in class late but there is no way you can assault them for their lack in time management. Really, those who serve themselves to the fashion world are able to come into class everyday, no matter what the occasion - whether there happens to be a quiz, a midterm, and a presentation or just another day - in a full-fledged Bollywood look.

And they can manage it even when there is a class at 8 in the morning! Now that's what I call talent at its best. Like I said, you can't accuse them for failing in time management expertise. They have it and they are very devoted and fanatical towards it - that's what life and careers is all about right?

Making your presence felt
And why not? Did we not learn that it is important to make yourself noticed and remembered whenever going for an interview? Well, the best way to magnify your appearance is of course by adding some noise. That's right, those bracelets, anklets and hairpins with heavy tinkling bells attached are just the thing to make sure that everyone can stop whatever they were doing, i.e. working hard and minding their own business, and turn around to take a good look at the noise maker. If that doesn't grab their attention, nothing will.

Committed and repetitive self-absorbed behaviour
Nothing says commitment more than being able to run your hands through the hair 20 times every hour, not to mention the constant re-glossing those pumped up lips. Added to mean smirks whenever passing those who know nothing about trend, you are more than ready to take charge of your own life. This characteristics and tip is particularly important for those who are aiming to attack the selfish world of materialism.

So there you have it, fashion prepares you for the bigger and greater battles in life. Without wearing the right clothes, shoes, bags and make up, you are nothing but a mere normal human being. So take out your dad's savings and go wild with these tips.

Mehendi…

Photo: Internet

Mehendi is one of my favorite things. The design and color are attract me a lot. Mehendi, also known as Henna, is made by crushing dried leaves of the plant Lawsonia Inermis. It is a decorative art that is applied as a part of daily life, festive occasions and weddings. The bridal mehendi designs are typically inspired by Mughal paintings or Ras Leela (Lord Krishna’s flirtations with his girlfriend, Radha and her friends) mixed in with motifs of paisley, flowers, elephants and peacocks. Drawings of a bride and groom or the bridal procession are common as well.

Celebrate EID Fashionably with Aarong

There is a reason why Aarong is at the forefront of the urban fashion-scene. Their innovative clothing line fuses ethnic wear with global trends using traditional Bangladeshi materials. This festive season,they celebrated their 30th Anniversary in a fashion show titled “Preview Eid 2009″ on August 27th at the Radisson Water Garden Hotel Dhaka.




The company I work for (Farzana Shakil’s Lifestyle and Promotions Ltd.) was the make-up and styling partner for this event, so I was in a mad rush styling with the show’s producers, working with the models and just running around. I’m glad I got a special preview during the photo-shoot that was held earlier in the month since I was incredibly busy during the show to actually focus on the runway.I was impressed by the various themes of the collection. Strong themes for the collection included a palette of 60′s flowers in bright colours matched with abstract patters screen printed on silks and crepes. This collection is called ‘Flower Power’.This unusual mix of patterns could turn out messy, but Aarong managed it in style.


Their collection titled ‘Tribal Craze’ is heavily influenced by the landscapes, cultures and traditions of the indigenous community. The Shalwaar- Qameezes have been paired off with belts and embellished with beads and shells throughout the thick embroidery. The silhouettes are very on-trend and figure-flattering. Contrary to last year’s mod short Qameezes, this year the trend is long Qameezes worn with Chriudaars.I loved the ‘It’s Natural’ collection that emphasized on natural dyes using dalim, indigo, manjit and khoyer. A-line Qameezes with empire waists were paired with skinny Churidaars.Their men’s line was also quiet impressive. ‘Uniform Trends’ was all about Panjabi’s in hand loom fabrics made in the military style. My personal favourite is the ‘Play Panjabi’ collection that features pockets and hoods on the Panjabi’s for a very sporty look.



These collections are available at all Aarong outlets throughout the country. I suggest you check them out before they fly off the racks.Aarong is a support enterprise of BRAC. A significant portion of their earnings are invested towards improving the socio-economic standards of disadvantaged artisans and underprivileged rural women of various communities.

Fashion for Development


An icon of the Bangladesh Fashion industry, Bibi Russell has single-handedly put Bangladesh on the global fashion map. Her commitment to the development and welfare of Bangladeshi weavers and support for the traditional crafts has been acclaimed world wide.

Bibi Russell graduated from the London College of Fashion and at her graduate show, was discovered by Harper’s Bazaar as a model. She became one of the most sought-after models of the 70’s and 80’s working with Chanel,Yves Saint Laurent,Valentino and Armani among others.

Bibi Russell has rediscovered the ancient craft of hand-weaving and helped the traditional handloom weavers gain international exposure and sustainable income.In 1995 she founded the company “Bibi Productions”. Her work provides a platform for over 35,000 weavers and artisans all over Bangladesh to utilize their talents. Bibi works with materials like cotton, khadi, silk, jamdani and jute. In the recent years, she has been experimenting with crochet in her designs. She does a spring-summer and fall-winter collection each year and exports to Europe and Scandinavia. Her collections – under the tag line ‘Fashion for Development and Positive Bangladesh’ promotes Bangladeshi fabrics and handicrafts for domestic and international markets.

Her first European show was in Paris, February 1996 titled “Weavers of Bangladesh”, organised with UNESCO. A year later, her collection “The Colours of Bangladesh” held in Palma de Mallorca, Spain was launched and supported by the Queen of Spain. With support from UNESCO and the British Fashion Council, she previewed her collection “Stars of Bangladesh” in London in 1998. Since then, she has participated in numerous fashion shows and exhibitions at home and abroad.

She received among others, the ‘Honorary Fellowship’ of the London Institute in 1999, title of ‘Designer for Development’ by the UNESCO in 1999, the title ‘Artist for Peace’ by the UNESCO in 2001 and the Peace Prize 2004 by the United Nations Associations of Spain.

I hope that there are more people out there who will follow in Bibi Russell’s footsteps by understanding the importance of prĂȘt to make fashion more affordable and a source of income for the impoverished.

‘Bibi Productions’ is located at House- 45 (3rd floor), Road-27, Dhanmondi, Dhaka.

Hot new nail polish trends

FOR all of you who don't bite your nails, a trendy looking overlay on them is a must this season. But be sure to choose a fast drying topcoat to match your taste. Space age metallic shades like silver minx or sleek looking hot pinks can be the highlights while you can also settle with fire-engine red to put you into a party mood. Since summer's all about fruits and the humidity colours can also waiver between peachy shades and carnation pinks. However for a night out feel free to experiment with glitter-sweet inky black or rose gold to bring about the desired futuristic look. And if you find all these too much to take then just stick to good old sparkling burgundy for some glam!

The Bold and the Beautiful

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The Engagement: Both the groom and the bride may be dressed rather simply for the occasion. Suits for men and Jamdani sarees with very light natural make up and a set of jewelry is a good mix.

Holud

The Holud: This is the most colorful ceremony during a wedding. Both the bride and the groom should be dressed in bright attires. The bride should try avoiding gold jewelry and go for more natural jewelry made of flowers.

other events

The other events: include ceremonies like Mehendi (where intricate details of Hena is drawn on the bride’s hands), Sangeeth nights (musical evenings) etc. The bride and the groom should wear Lahengas (blouse and a skirt) and Sherwani suits. It’s alway nice to see the couple sport colored attires together.

wedding

The Wedding: This is the big day. The groom should sport a heavy detailed Sherwani suit teamed with a turban, while the bride has an option between a Lahenga or a Saree. Heavy make up and a heavy set of jewelry is also welcomed to celebrate this auspicious day.

guests

Guests: Don’t over do your outfit. Nice embroidered Panjabis or suits for the men teamed with a good pair of shoes. Ladies! Keep your make up simple, play with your hair to make it look different and throw on a saree, a shalwar kameez or even a lahenga. Don’t forget the bling!

White Profusion

ASSUMING the little creatures that comes out of a humanoid womb is capable of witnessing the changes around it ones it comes out; and later on when it grows up to a reasonable outline of a human being with all his accomplishments of joy, sorrow, misery and embarrassment finally has to go back to where he came from. Now, given the prerequisites, let's figure out what he actually sees during those crucial grand entrance and exit. If our wiry haired scientists, head covered religious devotees have it right, then the first thing a child sees as he emerges from utter darkness is the blinding white of light. And right before sudden or anticipated death, he sees the white light before wandering off into nothingness or the afterlife as many would refer to it. Well in that case, we can refer to it as the single most prominent colour in our lives…but purity entwined with grace in a profusion that is 'white'.

White is a colour which all of us, including the colour blind, can see and learn to appreciate for its sheer simplicity. The intricately woven details of life would seem much more sporadic if it didn't have the emptiness filled in with a colour that on some terms can almost be synonymous with it. Therefore, when one looks up at the sky or relinquishes their wistful memories outside a porch on a snowy afternoon, the colour of white is simply awe-inspiring. Then again, it is the colour that awaits the groom while he fidgets in anticipation for his union with the one he thinks he is meant to be with.

Yet, when looking at media, the West and how this colour illumes the celebrity with which they have managed to take over most of the mindless ways in which the youth and the ancient lives out their lives on a day to day basis, much appreciation needs to be given. Starting from white attire parties, to the derogative terms like 'white trash', to movies where even 'god' dresses in a white suit, and the must-not-be-forgotten powerhouse insignia of architecture, the White House….everything is white!

And let's not forget the emblem of love; the Taj Mahal.

A deeper look into culture, white becomes a symbol of not just purity but a great deal of melancholy. In the Hindu culture widows repent their ways by wearing white and having all the fun striped out of their lives. The Chinese, who always has an upper hand when it comes to embedding colours into meanings for everything in life, white is symbol for metal and is reserved for mourning of the dead. Well, death isn't a sign of surrender, we all know what it means to see a white flag being waved on the battlefield, there are but angels with their white wings carrying away the departed.

Ahh sigh… such prettiness in such simplicity and wealth in so little and yet so much. As a friend put, “white is the embodiment of all colours”, and when music is the channel to the soul, the pavement it walks on is white…