Hello,

Are you bored of your current room/home/office space? Looking for a change? But not having to buy new furniture or spend a bomb? Then go on reading the below ideas:

For most of us, replacing all of your furniture room by room isn’t feasible. That doesn’t mean you can’t make simple, easy and often-inexpensive changes to rooms in your home. Here are some easy ways to change the look of any room without buying any new furniture.

Give your windows something new to wear. Ready-to-hang window treatments are easy to install and yield dramatic results. Windows can be dressed to perfectly suit your style and taste. You can go bold and graphic with geometric curtain panels, or beachy with gauzy white sheers, or minimalist with bamboo shades—the options are endless.

 

Place flowers with a flourish for an instant breath of fresh air in any room. Or, if you prefer, potted ferns, wreaths, and potpourri can also make a statement. The focal point of the display doesn’t have to be only the greenery— give thought to the vase, as well.

 

A simple area rug can dramatically change the feel of a room. Dress up with an Oriental rug, or lighten up a dark room with a light colored rug, or add colors through a funky patterned rug.

 

Brighten up with new lighting. Proper lighting can truly bring a room to life.  A poorly lit room looks small, dark and cramped, while a brightly lit room appears open, airy and welcoming. Strategically place a couple tall floor lamps in dark corners, Layer this lighting with lamps on side tables, or you can replace all those outdated ceiling fixtures with the stunning modern masterpieces. All this makes your room feel welcoming and cozy.

 

One word: Paint. “Paint it” is the most common suggestion you’ll hear to update a room. It seems obvious but a clean coat of paint can take a room from drab to fab. Consider adding a punch of color on an accent wall, or just touch up your trim with a clean coat of white paint. If your home already has a fresh coat of paint, then look to other things that could use a touch-up.  Maybe paint your ceiling a cool blue, or bring new life to an outdated piece of furniture with a new coat of paint. A deep clean and a new coat of paint can go a long way when it comes to revamping our rooms without major renovations.

 

Install decorative display shelves. You’ll solve storage and decorating issues at the same time. If you collect shells, matchbooks, or family photos, don’t hide them away. Give each their own space to shine, and give your room a new vibe in the process. Mirrors when placed opposite windows reflect light into the room and make the room seem more open.

 

Wallpaper an accent wall. Consider covering the main wall of your bedroom with a peaceful pattern, or consider a living room update by covering one wall with a funky geometric patterned paper.

 

Last but not the least. Add colorful cushions. Cushions are significant decorating accessories that make your space look stylish and versatile and are light on your budget of home décor. If you lead a very casual/informal lifestyle, funky/jazzy designs suit you the best. Then create a good mix of colorful and decorative cushions in unusual shapes and create a delightful atmosphere.

Hope these ideas help you in bringing a little change in your home or space.

xoxo

Hello,

Here’s something new I am starting on my Blog where I will be sharing some Before & After images of the rooms or houses I have completed as part of my Interior Design projects.

A really fun styling job I have completed recently was to transform a boring guest bedroom into a Nursery room. The room was for a 5-month old Boy, so I wanted to design a room that was a bit trendy and also something he can grow up in first few years.

The bedroom as it stood was filled with king size bedroom set and random furniture pieces, so I needed to buy everything new and for a kid-friendly room. This included a crib, bed for his nanny, mattresses, bedding, lights and window treatments. To achieve this, I sourced everything for the room from Pottery Barn and Home center. Pottery Barn kids store is the perfect place to find everything you need for kids bedroom.

So this was how the room started out. Below are the images of BEFORE guest bedroom:

When designing the room I put together a color palette of white, navy blue, yellow and grey. The colors, although not obviously ‘childlike’, had a fun, youthful but modern connotation when combined. Below is the initial mood board I created for the design concept.  I chose grey wallpapers with borders for walls, so this color provided the base, while the grey works well with yellow and can be used to balance out this color so it wasn’t overpowering. I also did an accent wall right behind the crib with navy blue paint and white decal stickers of tree branches and birds.

I decided to go with White furniture because that automatically makes your room look neat and not bulky with a lot of furniture pieces. The opposite wall of the crib was the wall of storage units. As a growing kid there we many kinds of stuff and toys to be stored somewhere neatly. I also wanted to bring the birds from the decal sticker to the opposite wall so bought these flying bird decor from Pottery Barn.

The existing ceiling was very interesting with round design but had dark brown wooden borders which did not match my theme. So I decided to paint them white and put up a cloud patterned wallpaper on the round part making it look like the sky.

I also added a comfortable long armchair for the mother to relax while putting the baby off to sleep with yellow cushions and cushion with the personalized name of the baby.

Curtains were fairly simple with light grey chiffon and yellow velvet main giving it a very soft look. White pelmet box just finished the look of the window.

In addition to the room, I also customized a wooden cabinet in navy blue color under the wash basin in the attached toilet and accessorized with yellow decor flowers and candles.

So this was the final look! Let me know what you guys think? I will be sharing more on this segment of my blog.

Cheers,

xoxo

 

 

 

 

 

Hello, all you beautiful people!

Want to pamper your body and skin? Looking for products that have natural ingredients and affordable for everyday use? Then go on reading below.

Recently I got introduced to this deliciously divine body care range. Boots Middleeast sent me this amazing kit of body care products. Its called Coco Flamingo. The name itself made me fall in love with all the products. I have started using these products for past 7 days and I kid you not I am loving the way my skin feels soooooo soft and silky.

Coco Flamingo is a flamboyantly fabulous NEW suite of coconut oil body products from British brand Inecto, to preen, pout and stand out! The new range offers pampering gorgeousness from head to toe with a  Super Creamy Body Wash, Brilliant Body Polish, Silky Smooth Body Lotion, Moisturising Body Oil and Fabulous Hand & Nail cream. All enriched with organic coconut oil for velvety smooth skin that smells tropically divine.

Below are the products:

  1.  Coco Flamingo Super Creamy Body Wash comes in a 500ml bottle which I am sure can be used for over 2 months. I love the way how it makes my body so smooth and leaving it moisturised the whole day. Its priced at AED 35. 
  2. Coco Flamingo Brilliant Body Polish comes in a tube of 150ml. Its a natural body scrub infused with organic coconut oil that gives my skin the oomph it needs. Definitely going to continue using this once a week. Its priced at AED 40. 
  3. Coco Flamingo Silky Smooth Body Lotion comes in a 250ml tube. Enriched in coconut oil, this lotion pampers the skin with goodness and leaving it velvety smooth finish. Its priced at AED 45. 
  4. Coco Flamingo Moisturising Body Oil comes in a 250ml bottle. Infused with organic coconut oil, the lightweight oil is non-sticky and easy to apply right after a shower. It quickly absorbs into the skin and its perfect for daily use. Its priced at AED 45. 
  5. Coco Flamingo Fabulous Hand & Nail cream comes in a 75ml tube. This has become my go-to hand cream. Its with me in my bag, in my car and at night in bed. I love the lightweight formula that quickly absorbs into the skin leaving my hands soft and smooth throughout the day. Its priced at AED 25. 

I am absolutely in love with this coconut oil body care range and will definitely continue to use it. All these products are available at any Boots Pharmacy in Dubai.

xoxo

Hello Everyone,

2017 is been a great year so far and also happens to be the special one since I started my Lifestyle blogging in March. During this year I came across many new brands for makeup, skincare, and hair. I had my likes and dislikes. But below are my favorite 17 products that I LOVE LOVE LOVE and would definitely keep using them forever.

1. Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Foundation

OMG! This is the best thing ever happened to the makeup world and to me. I use the shade no. 230. This is a soft matte, long wear foundation with buildable, medium to full coverage and comes in 40 shades. The oil-free formula is made with climate-adaptive technology that’s resistant to sweat and humidity, and won’t clog pores so that wherever you are, it’s going to work on your skin. (Available at Sephora for 170AED)

2. NYX Total Control Drop Foundation

This is my everyday foundation since I can vary from sheer to full coverage finish. I like the soft velvety finish. I use the shade Vanilla. Although its bit light on my skin so I mix it with my other foundation. I definitely need to buy one shade darker. There are 24 shades to choose from. (Available at Lifestyle Shops for 69AED)

3. Huda Beauty Nude Love collection

OMG OMG OMG! This nude collection of Huda Beauty’s mini liquid matte lipsticks are my fav at the moment. There are 4 stunning colors Crush, Wifey, Sugar Mama, and Girlfriend. Girlfriend is my go-to shade right now and I’m seriously #obsessed! (Available at Sephora for 150AED)

4. MaxFactor X Masterpiece Nude Palette Contouring Eyeshadow

I received this beautiful palette in 2nd VOXBOX from Influenster. The palette contains perfectly combined eyeshadows, from pale to deep neutral shades to contour the eyes in endless combination. It’s easy to apply and love the pigmentation. (Available at Lifestyle shops for 125AED)

5. Huda Beauty 3D Highlighter Palette

I got the Pink Sands one because I liked the pink tones more than the gold ones. This palette is packed with 2 different textures: the Melted Strobe, a pearlescent creamy formula enriched with Karite Butter to create a flawless lit-from-within canvas for layering powders and 3 light catching pressed pearls staggered in complimentary tones to give a sculptural, 3D radiance. (Available at Sephora for 221AED)

6. Benefit Boi-ing Air Brush Concealer Shade

If you have dry skin under the eyes, this is the best concealer ever. This hydra-smoothing concealer with vitamin E and apple seed extracts keeps skin hydrated for up to six hours and instantly gives a refreshed look. It’s a soft-focus, lightweight concealer that covers uneven texture and dark undereye circles. I bought this from Sephora after one of the girls recommended it. I use this as my everyday concealer now. (Available at Sephora for 100AED)

7. The Balm Schwing black liquid eyeliner

This eyeliner has become my current favorite. Its super black, smudge-free and matte.  Built with a uniquely thin and tapered felt-tip applicator, Schwing gives the careful control over subtle strokes and bold lines. (Available at Debenhams for 110AED)

8.Misslyn Treat ME Sweet Powder Blush

Treat me sweet powder blush in no.08 Be my flamingo forever gives fresh, rosy cheeks highlighting the cheekbones, and helps define the facial features in seconds. The powder’s velvety texture allows for an easy application and gentle spreading. Thanks to my Blogger Souk event, I was introduced to this blush. (Available at Bloggers Souk at 45AED)

 

 9. Misslyn Glow for it Strobing Powder

Got tired looking skin? Worry no more! With its ultra-glamorous champagne-tone, the gentle highlighting powder adds a sensational wow-shimmer to the complexion.  The fine pearl particles serve as little light-reflectors and add a super fresh, and soft glow to the complexion. (Available at Bloggers Souk at 45 AED)

10. ORIGINS GinZing™ Refreshing Eye Cream

An energizing eye-opener that instantly wakes up tired eyes. This morning-after eye cream with coffee beans, Panax ginseng, magnolia extract, and natural optic brighteners rapidly wakes up tired eyes. It helps reduce dark circles and unsightly bags, refreshing to restore a radiant look. I first started using it when I received a small sample tube of the same. Ever since I apply twice a day and have seen a big change in my under eyes. (Available at Sephora for 142AED)

11. Batiste Dry Shampoo

Batiste Dry Shampoo is the quick and convenient way to get soft, clean and fresh smelling hair, without water. Thi dry shampoo offers an instant fix by revitalizing greasy, dull and lifeless hair. It adds texture and body to that easy style solution. Simply spray it on and comb it out. I first used it when I received it on my Glambox. Ever since I use it whenever I feel my hair looks oily. (Available at Boots Pharmacy, any branch in UAE for 30 AED)

12. Kama Ayurveda Pure Rose Water

 KAMA Ayurveda Pure Rosewater is made from the roses of Kannauj, a region in North India, rich in white soil conductive to roses growth. The steam-water distillation process used to create this wonderful rosewater ensures a high level of hygiene and unmatched purity. Rose water is a natural astringent. It balances and restores skin’s PH level and helps tighten pores. I bought this from the Mumbai International Airport and I apply directly on my clean washed face daily at night. This leaves my skin revived and hydrated without stickiness or residue. (Available at Nykaa for 250Rs – 50ml)

13. GlamGlow VOLCASMIC Matte Glow Moisturizer

The first-of-its-kind matte glow mega moisturizer that does it all: hydrates, primes, and controls shine. VOLCASMIC delivers rich moisture to the skin with its advanced lightweight pressed water balm formula, leaving skin deeply hydrated yet non-shiny, with a sexy velvet finish. I have recently started using it but I am already in love with how it makes my skin glowy. Usually, I apply it before the foundation. (Available at Sephora for 231AED)

14. FRESH Sugar Lip Treatment Sunscreen SPF 15

Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment in sheer rosy tint comes with sunscreen SPF 15 moisturizes, protects, and smooths the lips with a blend of moisture-preserving sugar and nourishing oils, delivering long-lasting moisture. The lip treatment provides essential, year-round protection from damaging UV rays, and the tinted treatments also offer sheer coverage or buildable color. I use it twice a day in the morning and at night before sleeping. I kid you not my lips stay moist throughout. (Available at Sephora for 24$)

15. Tarte Pearly Girl Vegan Teeth Whitening Pen

The Tarte Pearly Girl Vegan Teeth Whitening Pen is a bleach-free pen that whitens teeth and protects tooth enamel. This pen has provided me with whitening and brightening almost instantly, and with continuous use, it gets better and better. It says you can use the product up to four times a day, but I usually only use it in the morning and at night. (Available at Tarte for 22$)

16. Nivea Body Deodorizer Fresh Rose & Care

This day-long odour control is gas free and has skin-friendly formula enriched with provitamin B. It gives 24-hour protection against body odour and the refreshing floral scent keeps you fresh all day long. I saw this on Nykaa website for the first time and decided to order. (Available at Nykaa for 250 Rs)

 17. Boots Beautiful Hair Moisture & Nourish Mask

Specially formulated with Organic Argan oil together with a blend of oils and conditioner, this Mask will leave hair feeling moisturized and silky soft whilst helping to improve the conditioner of dry and damaged hair. I have been using this for more than 6 months. I use it once a week and I could see a major difference in the texture of my hair. This has made my hair soft and easily manageable without using any hair straighteners. (Available at Boots Pharmacy, any branch in UAE for 20 AED)

 So these are my current 17 faves of 2017! Hope you all enjoyed!

Happy New Year!! Cheer xoxo

Hello Everyone,

Looking for a quick blow dry for your hair or a trendy braid and updos. Then go on and read this blog. Today I am writing about my experience in BE BAR Blow Dry Bar. This salon is located at Jumeirah Beach road. And I think it has the cutest entrance door. There is no way you cannot spot the Turquoise door while you drive down. Have a look at the below picture.

As soon as you enter the door, you will see a beautiful cozy corner on your right-hand side and stairs to go up to the salon and the reception. The salon is decorated throughout with the signature colors of white and turquoise, is stunning, with plenty of natural light and contemporary interiors. The layout of the salon is unique since they have the bar-style round stations with mirrors where the clients are seated around during their services. One of the walls is this old vintage looking brick wall with light airy curtains and 3-side mirror. I love the way they put up their inspiring taglines on all the walls. One of which was my favorite “Be You. Shine True.”

About the salon, Be Bar is Dubai’s premier hair styling salon specializing in a range of blow-dry styles, updos, braids, intensive scalp and hair treatments and nails. This salon does not offer any haircut or hair color. They have a very interesting menu for their Blow dry services with lots of inspirational styles shown on an iPad. After seeing all their styles, I opted for BE BEACHY, which is, messy waves giving off a relaxed and beachy vibe. Before the stylist could start my service, she gave me a beverage menu, which had amazing options. While sipping my coffee the stylist very calmly blow-dried my hair in sections before curling with an iron and pinning each curl close to my head to cool. She then brushes out the curls and pins them into place before liberally spritzing with hairspray.

The end result was just so surprising. I never liked curls on my hair since I have short hair but this was just so shocking. The beachy waves looked so naturally done and I kid you not the blow dry stayed for more than 2 days.

Pros

  • The staff was very friendly and experienced.
  • They use good products and heat protection spray before.
  • The salon has a relaxing vibe and it’s a pleasant place to be.
  • They sell some amazing products from Bando.

Cons

  • There’s nothing I did not love about this salon.

Location: Be Bar, Villa 594, Jumeirah Beach Road, Umm Suqeim 1 (04 321 2348).