Maheen Khan's tribute to the majestic silks of Bangladesh
Maheen Khan is a well-known innovator in Bangladesh's design sector. She has established a market for clothing with regionally distinctive patterns. A lot has been said and written about how she and FDBC have been struggling to ensure a place for slow fashion and take the prestigious weaves of Bangladesh to global heights. Her new collection ‘Majestic Silks of Bangladesh’ debut at the Gulshan Lake Park was no less an effort than that.
19 November 2022, 12:20 PM
A guide to writing your first CV
How do you go about creating your first curriculum vitae? You may believe you do not have enough to say to fill a page, but you probably have more than you realise. According to research, recruiters spend on average between five to ten seconds reading through a CV. It is quite clear that your CV must grab the attention of recruiters at the first glance. Preparing the perfect CV can be quite daunting for people with years of experience, let alone freshers who are working on writing their first. Today, let’s break down some basics you need to consider while writing your curriculum vitae.
14 November 2022, 12:13 PM
Pursuit Education — the one-stop solution for students aspiring to go abroad
For aspiring students, Pursuit Limited is a complete one-stop solution. Pursuit prioritises quality above quantity and is run by a group of competent female employees that create a special harmony with their skill sets and experiences. They make sure that the students' journey to overseas education has a complete answer. Their primary areas of focus include educational counseling, language instruction, and travel organisation. The USA, UK, Canada, and Australia are some of their main destinations.
9 November 2022, 14:10 PM
Tips to prep yourself for a job interview
Congratulations, you have been invited to an interview! This indicates that your cover letter and CV made an impression, and recruiters and HR managers consider you as a good fit for the role. A job interview can be a very stressful experience for many people. However, preparation is the key to overcoming nerves and having a successful interview. But there is a fine line between preparing well for an interview and overwhelming yourself with information.
1 November 2022, 11:27 AM
Sonia Musa launches her Fall Collection 2022, Naaz
On 28 October, Sonia Musa introduced her Fall Collection 2022, Naaz, in a star-studded show at the Bay’s Edge Gallery in Dhaka. Actress and model Bidya Sinha Mim walked the ramp as the event's showstopper in a beautiful white and silver embellished lehenga especially customised for the model.
31 October 2022, 12:38 PM
Rose By Nizhu’s Autumn Collection is up for grabs!
Rose by Nizhu, a boutique located at Bashundhara R/A, recently launched their Autumn Collection 2022 in an intimate High Tea event.
31 October 2022, 12:36 PM
Student banking services: A necessity for the next generation
Among the many benefits of a student bank account, students are able to conduct banking transactions from remote locations. Applying for loans to pursue higher education, zero maintenance fee, reward points, and multi-currency debit/credit cards are just some of the major benefits of a student bank account.
22 October 2022, 11:25 AM
Tangia Zaman Methila dazzles the Paris Fashion Week 2022
The model, actor, host and winner of Miss Universe Bangladesh 2020, Tangia Zaman Methila recently walked for international designers at the Paris Fashion Week 2022. Along with participants from 199 countries, Methila was chosen to be a part of the official Paris Fashion Week 22, held at the Pavillon Cambon Capucines. The 250 years old historical venue is located close to the Vendome and Opera Garnier.
4 October 2022, 09:05 AM
Re-defining maternity clothing in Dhaka: Mere completes 3 years
The brain child of Maisha Samiha and Jarin Tasnim Ona, Mere — a fashion brand that beautifully blends comfort with style for soon to be mothers, has recently turned 3. Started as a photographer, Maisha Samiha has worked with multiple expecting mothers during her photography days. This is when she realised that maternity clothes in our country still means a comfortable cotton piece of fabric. Realising the need, she and Jarin Tasnim Ona decided to make a change and bring a maternity brand to the expecting mothers that will make them feel beautiful as well as comfortable during this beautiful journey called motherhood.
1 October 2022, 10:44 AM
Dhaka Kitsch: T-shirts inspired by rickshaw art
On Monday, 26 September, 2022 Dhaka Kitsch, a charity event supporting the non-profit organisation, Thrive, was held at the Edge Gallery Gulshan. Funded by Tasneem Sinha and Mahbub Mursalin, the event exhibited a collection of T-shirts, with rickshaw art inspired designs by artist and designer, Kuhu Plamondon. Chandana R Dewan, renowned designer and partner for the initiative, was by her side every step of the way, making the event a success.
29 September 2022, 12:16 PM
The curse of 25: How misogynistic is Leonardo DiCaprio?
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has been making headlines for his recent breakup with the American model, Camila Morrone. The Oscar-winning actor dated Camila for four years before parting ways recently. While the reason for their breakup is unknown, the incident led to a plethora of memes, with netizens mocking DiCaprio for once again breaking up with a woman after she turned 25.
4 September 2022, 04:12 AM
Japanese princess and a reverse Cinderella story
Who is not familiar with William Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Romeo & Juliet? Two lovers fighting against the world to commemorate their love. We have all heard of love stories where love won against all patriarchy. The former princess of Japan, who is now known as Mako Komuro has a similar tale.
3 September 2022, 05:41 AM
Deepika Padukone stuns the crowd at the 67th Filmfare Awards
There is no denying that Deepika Padukone is the queen of fashion. However, for the recent Filmfare Awards, the fashion icon decided to ditch all the over-the-top looks and opted for comfortable attire. For a relaxed look, the actress wore an oversized light blue collared shirt with a white pinstripe pattern, full-length balloon-styled sleeves, closed cuffs, button closures on the front, a long hem length, and a baggy fit to attend the event with husband Ranveer Singh.
3 September 2022, 04:37 AM
Celebrity brides and Sabyasachi: A perfect match
Being a Sabyasachi bride is probably on every girl’s wedding checklist now. With all the looks being so unique from one another, we can see why Sabyasachi has become the favourite bridal designer of all these celebrities. Here is a list of celebrities who looked breath-taking as a Sabyasachi bride.
20 August 2022, 09:36 AM
Habits of successful people that you can try
Success is subjective. Some may consider being happy in life as success. For others, professional success is what means the most to them. However, no matter what your definition of success is, you cannot deny that there are a few habits that help you inch closer to it. So, let’s take a look at some habits of successful people that helped them thrive in life.
15 August 2022, 09:25 AM