my first fashion show!

Delhi Couture Week is happening now and completely randomly (and LUCKILY!) my sister and I scored a pair of tickets! The show we saw was Ashima Leena, a couture line designed by sisters Ashima and Leena Singh. This was my first fashion show ever and was an experience I will always remember.

my ticket

cheesing for the iphone in our seats

i'm sorry the pics are such bad quality! her dress was so beautiful--i'll try to find a better photo online to show you

The runway of the show, complete with a fog machine, live music and pretty chandeliers

The show started about 30-40 minutes late, which is sort of expected in India (nothing ever happens on time), but once we walked in, both of us were super surprised to see our seats were in the second row! The beginning was somewhat like a Disneyland ride with instructions to "get ready for the show," strobe lights and fake fog everywhere and then this woman comes out and begins singing. Someone said her name was Zila Khan and she sang throughout the entire show. I'm sort of surprised she had the energy to sing for that long!

The fashion show took place in a hotel and post-show we decided to get food in a hotel restaurant. I guess the models were given free dinner in that particular restaurant, because almost all of them walked in and ate there. My sister and I spent too much time stealthily trying to see what the models ate (which primarily consisted of kiwi, cheese, and a random/tiny piece of chocolate or cake) and people watching all the show attendees who were dressed to the nines.

Such a random and interesting experience!

afternoon tea and spa

To kick off my upcoming VACATION (!!!) I got out of work a bit early to meet my sister for afternoon tea and some spa time. We met at the Four Seasons London, which is located near Green Park. I rushed there because I was super late and by the time I arrived my sister had finished her tea, but since they keep refilling all the tea treats, she didn't mind keeping me company while I ate.

Afternoon tea is served just off the hotel lobby and even had live music playing! As you can see the hotel's decor is so beautiful.

isn't the china so pretty?

Our massage appointments were in 15 minutes so we were a bit rushed, but the staff at the Four Seasons Amaranto Lounge were kind enough to pack up my tea so I can enjoy it at home! We took the lift up to the 10th Floor which consists of the fitness centre, spa, and lounge. Right when the elevator doors open we were greeted by a minimalist, serene environment.

The spa was absolutely relaxing--I wish I took photos in the Relaxation Pods and Treatment Lounge, but that would defeat the purpose of unplugging. ;) My massage was perfect and I could have spent all day lounging around. However, my favorite part would have to be the view from the treatment rooms.

tasty fruit 'shots' and a warm, refreshing towel greeted us upon arrival

spa surroundings

my favorite part: the view

By the time we left the relaxing environment of the spa, I felt I was floating on air. Only to be reminded of the excitement happening in the city when I stepped out of the elevator and saw the lobby completely overrun with Olympic officials and fans.

While my spa bliss was a bit short-lived, at least I have some goodies to take home! :)

some treats from my afternoon tea doggie bag. as you can see my tea was olympic themed, how cute!