Page 49 - MASALA Vol 8 Issue 6 June-July 2017

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Veena Sachdev Anandsongkit is known for her enviable sartorial
style, as no matter where she goes, she is always dressed to
2 impress. Inspired by her mother’s elegant and immaculate style,
the 40-year-old beauty was raised to always be well-clad. After
all, you will never see her in a mismatched outfit. “I enjoy putting
myself together,” she shares. “It has become a natural instinct for
me to look good before I leave the house. You never know who you
are going to meet!”

Favouring denims, blazers and flats for work, and dresses and
heels for a night out, this wedding planner for Mantra Events is no
doubt a showstopper regardless of the occasion. However, when
asked to describe her style, she claims that she doesn’t have a
distinct look, and instead enjoys experimenting with fashion fads.
Veena's “I am quite daring and I enjoy trying offbeat trends,” she says.
“A lot of people stick to their comfort zones, but I am not one of
W A R D R O B E E S S E N T I A L S them.” Her recent favourite ensemble was a tassel embellished
crop top she bought from a wedding bazaar, paired with
dhoti pants she already had in her closet. The funky combination
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has just the right amount of sparkle and sheen to catch everyone’s
attention. It’s no wonder she chose to photograph the look for her
‘Work event wear’ on page 50.
Veena’s other defining features include her luscious hair, petite
physique and flawless makeup. “I love makeup,” she says,
smiling. “I enjoy wearing everything, from heavy eye shadow
to bold lipstick. My mother often buys different products from
around the world and I never hesitate to try them on.” A woman on
the go, Veena is always seen with eyeliner, blush and light lipstick,
which complements her glowing skin. “My beauty regime is very
important,” she reveals. “I always moisturise my skin and apply
4 5 eye cream, toner and sunscreen.” Veena has instilled in her two
daughters a love for all things natural. “I encourage them to take
care of themselves — to oil their hair more often and always put
on sunscreen,” she says. “And while I do that, they share with me
many fashion tips that I enjoy trying.”
So is there anything Veena can’t pull off? No matter what she
throws on, there’s always an elegance about the way she wears
her clothes. “It’s all about the confidence,” she says. “Indulging in
brand names is always fun. But to be honest, I thoroughly enjoy
wearing local and random finds as well. What is essential is how I
feel when my entire outfit has been put together.”

1. Notebook 2. Dior Sunglasses 3. Salvatore Ferregamo sling bag 4. Mac lipstick 5. Carolina Herrera perfume

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