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Blazers are trending this winter—here’s how to style them

Master winter fashion in Dhaka by layering versatile blazers with traditional kurtis or modern baggy jeans. From timeless pinstripes to elegant suedes, discover essential styling tips to stay warm while maintaining a sophisticated, urban look.
19 January 2026, 19:09 PM
19 January 2026, 19:09 PM
How newlyweds can craft a warm, stylish corner at their home

#Decor / How newlyweds can craft a warm, stylish corner at their home

An essential milestone for a newlywed couple's life is designing a distinctive home décor that represents their preferences. Perhaps you would like to use a sofa with a vibrant design or an extravagant table as the centrepiece. Maybe your goal is to turn one area of your new house into a haven of comfort: a lobby.
7 December 2025, 08:56 AM
7 December 2025, 08:56 AM
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How to help kids resist real-life and online peer pressure

Children face intense peer pressure both offline and online, often risking self-worth to fit in. Parents can help by listening, fostering open communication, teaching resilience, instilling family values, and building confidence, ensuring children navigate challenges with strength and self-assurance.
16 August 2025, 11:12 AM
16 August 2025, 11:12 AM
6 cosy sofa ideas every newlywed couple will love

#Decor / A newlywed’s guide to choosing the perfect sofa

Newlywed couples can find the perfect sofa set to match their style, space, and comfort needs — from cozy love seats to versatile sofa-cum-beds — all with flexible EMI options for stylish, affordable home decor.
10 August 2025, 11:33 AM
10 August 2025, 11:33 AM
How to create the bedroom of your dreams

#Decor / How to create the bedroom of your dreams

It is not only a place for sleep, but also where your day begins and ends. Needless to say, a well-designed bedroom set can transform your room. In fact, the right set instils some personality and could be the space of your dreams!
20 July 2025, 10:47 AM
20 July 2025, 10:47 AM
How to choose the best dining table for your family space

#Decor / How to choose the best dining table for your family space

Choosing the perfect dining table enhances both functionality and family bonding. From compact round tables to extendable options, find a style that fits your space, lifestyle, and budget — now easier with EMI payment plans.
7 July 2025, 08:33 AM
7 July 2025, 08:33 AM
Personalise your kitchen with custom design elements

#Decor / Modern and trendy ways to design a kitchen

A custom kitchen combines style and function, offering tailored cabinetry, efficient layouts, adaptable lighting, and built-in appliances. This personalized design maximizes space, enhances workflow, and creates a stylish, practical heart of your home that suits your lifestyle.
25 May 2025, 09:39 AM
25 May 2025, 09:39 AM
Custom Bangladeshi jewellery: Where heritage meets your hashtag

Custom Bangladeshi jewellery: Where heritage meets your hashtag

Bangladesh’s jewellery scene is being reshaped by young designers blending tradition with modern customisation. As fast fashion fades, handcrafted pieces that reflect identity, heritage, and meaning are redefining the country’s fashion and bridal jewellery market.
25 May 2025, 09:14 AM
25 May 2025, 09:14 AM
7 styling hacks to look fashionable on a budget

7 styling hacks to look fashionable on a budget

Smart budget fashion shopping is an excellent way to ensure you look great without expending too much, as the right combination of things may do wonders for your styling.
2 July 2023, 10:31 AM
 7 ways to balance your budget and eating out

7 ways to balance your budget and eating out

If you are trying to save money, you have probably heard that carrying your lunch and cooking supper is the way to go. However, you should not give up the occasional treat of fine dining. Here are some ways to save costs while still enjoying meals at your favourite restaurants.
24 June 2023, 11:12 AM
New ways to decorate your living room

New ways to decorate your living room

It is one of the most used areas of the house, serving as a place for gathering, entertainment, and relaxation. Finding comfortable furniture is a great place to start when designing your living room area. Paint, wall decorations, curtain designs, storage options, and locating the ideal-sized rug are just a few of the many factors to think about in terms of living room décor ideas. To help you revamp your living room in fresh ways, we have compiled some stunning, doable living room designs and ideas!
12 June 2023, 09:35 AM
5 places to visit this summer to get the wintry vibes

5 places to visit this summer to get the wintry vibes

Instead of spending your last summer vacation days in a place where you need a portable fan or umbrella, why not choose a colder, dare we say wintry locale to visit in summer? Skiing or hiking on an icy mountain in the months to come may seem absurd, but any of the following 5 places might be the perfect way to beat the heat while continuing to have the most thrilling summer vacation ever.
7 June 2023, 11:03 AM
How to prevent dengue fever

How to prevent dengue fever

Dengue fever and other severe dengue symptoms are the result of a viral illness spread by mosquito bites. Those infected with dengue often have a high temperature, headache, bodily pains, nausea, and rash. As the population of Aedes mosquitoes, which transmit the dengue virus, has surged in the early days of summer, medical professionals have warned that Bangladesh may have an even more severe outbreak of the disease in 2023 than in the previous years.
6 June 2023, 11:35 AM
Peya Jannatul and her “Picture Perfect” initiative

Peya Jannatul and her “Picture Perfect” initiative

Jannatul Ferdous Peya, a woman who embodies excellence, has always resolved to go the extra mile. She won the title of Miss Bangladesh in 2007 and was the first Bangladeshi model to appear on the cover of Vogue India. Now, she has come up with a new initiative – Picture Perfect by Peya Jannatul, a 3-month model grooming course, designed for aspiring models in Bangladesh, which is a move forward for the fashion industry.
30 May 2023, 09:56 AM
5 tips to make you sleep fast

5 tips to make you sleep fast

Getting enough quality sleep is of the utmost significance. Sleeping improves your mood and enables your body and mind to operate efficiently. For some, snoozing off poses no challenge whatsoever. However, many people have major trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Memory, cognition, emotions, sensations, and many other brain and body processes may all suffer from insufficient sleep.
24 May 2023, 10:19 AM
5 psychological tricks to lose weight

5 psychological tricks to lose weight

How are your weight loss targets going? If you are falling off the target and have yet to achieve your weight loss transformation, remember it is common! To get you back on track and to remind you that it takes more than just physical effort to achieve your objectives, here are 5 underrated psychological tricks to help you lose weight.
18 May 2023, 10:46 AM
7 must-visit places for your Maldives vacation

7 must-visit places for your Maldives vacation

This far-flung nation welcomes tourists with open arms and offers exhilarating activities for adventurers, beautiful places to spend time with loved ones, and delicious food. But, with a better boat transportation system and more independent guesthouses sprouting, Maldives is becoming more budget-friendly. So, here are 7 exciting destinations that are a must-see for everyone traveling to this magical wonderland.
10 May 2023, 11:46 AM
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5 health benefits of green tea

Back in the times of ancient medicine, green tea was used to heal cuts, help digestion, improve the health of the heart and mind, and keep the body at the right temperature.
20 April 2023, 17:09 PM
Interesting International Labour Day facts

Interesting International Labour Day facts

Labour Day in certain countries and May Day in others, is a celebration of the hard-working labour classes. While International Labour Day or May Day is celebrated on 1 May worldwide, Labour Day in the United States is celebrated in September. On May Day, big cities all over the globe often have labour parades, and rallies. Women's rights, working conditions for immigrants, and the worsening of workers' conditions are all highlighted.
20 April 2023, 08:57 AM
How to beat the growing summer heat

How to beat the growing summer heat

As summer temperatures surge, it is crucial to be mindful of the effects of heat on your body and know high-temperature safety tips. An extreme case of hot weather increases the likelihood of dehydration, overheating, and heatstroke. If heatstroke is not treated quickly, it may cause irreversible damage to the brain and other essential organs or even death.
13 April 2023, 12:09 PM
Rumi

5 most spiritual Rumi quotes

The Persian poet and Sufi mystic Jalaluddin Rumi, who penned about life, love, growth, gratitude, and the soul, had a profound impact on Islamic mysticism and literature through his works. Rumi's Farsi poetry has survived through the ages because it speaks to people of different backgrounds and perspectives, regardless of how one may feel about the larger purpose behind his writings.
12 April 2023, 15:51 PM
Ways to design and maintain your kitchen

Ways to design and maintain your kitchen

A well-designed kitchen with proper décor themes may make cooking, cleaning, dining, and entertaining people enjoyable. From frantic mornings, and family dinners, to tea with guests — the kitchen is the centre of the house. So, whether you are renovating or building an entirely new kitchen, the following guidelines will help you plan, organise, and include some must-have features to create a kitchen space you will adore.
9 April 2023, 15:07 PM
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Styling ideas for Ramadan family get-togethers

The month of Ramadan is widely celebrated with social gatherings and get-togethers for friends and family. If you have been invited to such a social event, and are unsure about what to wear, continue reading to find out! These simple but useful suggestions will guarantee that you are not only ready but also elegantly prepared for your get-together with friends and family.
27 March 2023, 08:33 AM
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How to quit smoking this Ramadan

A person who is trying to give up smoking may find that participating in activities throughout the month of Ramadan, such as visiting relatives, helping with the preparation of iftar or seheri meals, and praying helps keep them busy and provides assistance in doing so. Moreover, people may lessen their desire to smoke by taking measures like engaging in physical activities such as walking after iftar, consuming a large quantity of water after iftar, and avoiding the company of other individuals who smoke.
22 March 2023, 16:32 PM
Things to remember on your iftar grocery shopping

Things to remember on your iftar grocery shopping

While the month of Ramadan arrives as a time for salvation and peace for Muslims all over, it also comes bearing with it a month of Ramadan food staples and groceries for better preparation of everyone’s favourite iftar items.
20 March 2023, 09:35 AM
5 easy tips to improve your slideshow skills

5 easy tips to improve your slideshow skills

The art of slide-making has taken on a soaring level of popularity, with amazing slide templates and slideshow makers now becoming more prominent in improving one’s slideshow game. Businesses, schools, and others in today's digital environment rely heavily on presentations to disseminate information, teach, inspire, and convince their internal and external audiences.
13 March 2023, 09:57 AM
Tips to take care of your home furniture

Tips to take care of your home furniture

Maintenance and furnishings of furniture are ongoing responsibilities. So, it is crucial to take as much care as possible. In fact, some furniture comes with care and maintenance instructions from the manufacturer. That being said, the best tips for maintaining your home furniture's condition are explored below.
13 March 2023, 09:51 AM
Explore the aesthetics of a minimalist dining room

Explore the aesthetics of a minimalist dining room

A home's dining room is where family and friends gather to enjoy good times and warm spirits over a meal prepared with care. A dining room decorated in a minimalist style makes for an uncluttered setting in which it is more fun to share meals with loved ones. When family mealtimes at home increase, everyone will appreciate the sleek, understated pieces of dining furniture.
27 February 2023, 12:05 PM

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