One step ahead
Milano Impex has introduced Egle shoes that promises to choose the finest of leathers and materials and combine them with the best of technology to meet the highest standards of excellence in quality. Because of the tremendous comfort and style, connoisseurs from around the world have adorned their feet with the luxurious Egle shoes. Now Egle shoes has introduced its brand new ‘Ultimate Collection’.
The range of shoes in the Ultimate Collection are durable, with an elegant stitch detailing. They can be worn with a variety of looks from casual khakis to dressier suits and business attire. The collection comprises awesome pointed-toe, chic and classy shoes. The shoes scream fashionable and are also comfortable with laced enclosures and leather sole that reflects the combination of superior craftsmanship and materials with the ethos of high-end lifestyle.
Egle’s eye-catching high-end collection of shoes come in the shades of tan, brown and black and are priced between Rs 3,590 and Rs 4,990. The collection is available at all leading retail shops.
Royal retreat
Since times immemorial people have yearned for a quiet retreat where they could seek solace from the rigorous complexities of their daily lives, where the unison of body mind and spirit can be invigorated and rejuvenated.
The Spa at The Leela Palace is a beautiful treasure, an infinite oasis of calm, where every sense is revitalized, and where old and new arts of rejuvenation are practised by experienced professionals.
The Spa at The Leela Palace Kempinski adds another feather to its cap by winning the Pevonia Asiaspa Award for the most luxurious treatment once used by royalty to de-stress. This treatment is authentic, age old and done by specialized therapists.
The precious stone hot massage and hydro bath is luxury defined and personified. This is a unique hydro bath, which is rich in proteins, fragrant essential oils and sea salts.
The temperature and pressure of water, which is rich in minerals relaxes and pummels your aching muscles and is excellent for joint pains. The second session is a deep body and scalp massage using hot stones on vital energy points, and a blend of essential oils chosen to suit individual requirements.
The spa offers a wide array of Body Polishes and Body Treatments involving the age old cleansing, moisturizing, deep relaxation and toning remedies, to restore the soft silky glow of your body. Guests can also enjoy the Jacuzzi.
Happiness valley
Ananda - In the Himalayas, India's premier destination spa and the flagship property of IHHR Hospitality has been rated as the 'Best Destination Spa' in the world for 2007, by Condé Nast Traveller Readers Travel Awards. The Readers Travel Awards are based on readers' choice across different categories and around 91.12 per cent of the readers voted for Ananda as the best destination spa in the world. Ananda - In the Himalayas has been conferred with this prestigious honour by reader's choice for the third consecutive year, a first in itself.
It is the only Indian spa resort to be featured in the Spa list and was the highest rated hotel from India. Continuing with its winning streak in 2007, Ananda has also been recognised as one of the 'Top 10 Spa & Gourmet Resorts of the Year' by Resorts Web Magazine and 'Best Destination Spa' by Pevonia Asia Spa awards and "Favorite Spa in India", by Spa Finder USA.
The Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Travel Awards, now in their tenth year, has earned a reputation in Britain, since they are based on the readers' nominations, as the Oscar Awards of the travel industry. Ananda-In the Himalayas is set amongst 100 acres of virgin forest.
Simplify life
O2 has announced the launch of its latest mobile device, the Xda Zinc. Combining the latest communications technology with some serious processing power to run all work and lifestyle applications, the Xda Zinc is designed to help customers live a richer and more productive life by making communications simpler than before. Designed to be the most powerful messaging PDA-phone for professionals who rely heavily on email, IM and SMS, the Xda Zinc takes productivity several notches higher by incorporating a slide-out Qwerty keyboard to deliver the optimal messaging experience. It runs on the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 platform and is equipped with an Intel Xscale PXA 270 processor running at 520 MHz.
The Xda Zinc retails at Rs 39,499 through Brightpoint India outlets.
Revitalise your day
Les Naturelles Day Cream with EFA is what the doctor ordered for early morning dull skin and rings around the eyes. It is a scientifically proven fact that the EFA are a necessary security element in the prevention of fine lines and wrinkles. It is also said to help protect the skin from sudden climatic changes called thermal shocks and neutralises the free radicals that are responsible for cutaneous ageing. Blended with additional vitamins, this generous formula is said to make the skin appear more youthful, firm and smooth. The Les Naturelles range of skin care creams and toners are available at all Brushman-owned Keune salons.
Price on request.
