Beating the monsoon with panache has been made easy as Verve ferrets out some fabulous top end finds.

LUSH LOCKS

Body and bounce: equip yourself for the incessant battle with the rains with some formidable ammunition from Franck Provost Coiffure, the New Shiny Crystal Monsoon Collection.

Hollywood glitter: official stylist for the Cannes Film Festival, the brand’s international trainer, Stephan Deleuze from Paris is hair czar to most of Hollywood’s known faces.

Mind-blowing tresses: chic, classy, understated and low maintenance, a definite respite from hair-raising monsoon nightmares.

WHIFF OF YOUTH

Colour me cool: pink for her and blue for him, old-fashioned gender specific hues packaged in a bottle.

Taste for the future: sophisticated modernity the GF Ferré Lei-Her, merges notes of blackcurrant with luminous fruity accents.

Spirited indulgence: an invigorating splash guaranteed to wash away rainy day blues.

SNAZZY SCENT

Va-va-vroom! Drawing inspiration from its automotive namesake, Hummer is the latest perfume to tantalise the senses.

Essence of power: rugged and a departure from traditional scents, it is thoroughly masculine.

Spritz for the thrill-seekers: definitely unique for those with a penchant for the unconventional.

SPLASH OF NATURE

Fun fragrance: refreshing floral essence, Mandarina Duck is evocative of a certain joie de vivre.

Captivating notes: Rich in contrasts, it seamlessly blends fresh cologne with delicate notes and a distinct floral scent that captivates anyone who passes by!

Expressions of femininity: women will take to the scent like ducks to water! The sweet smell of wet grass and fresh earth.

IT’S RAINING BRANDS!

Thanks…for coming: The swishy new store, Thanks, is modern minimalism at its best. An interior done up completely in black and white, it is the first luxury multi-brand operation in Mumbai.

The world within India: completely in line with international stores, the boutique will house current collections of myriad brands, with a range that includes accessories, bags and shoes.

Shopaholics haven: Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Valentino Red, Stella McCartney, Sergio Rossi, Chloe…shop away those monsoon maladies at Thanks.

SHOULDER SHOW-OFF

Starry style: creators of elegance, Hidesign has a jewel in its crown with Tara, an ultra chic handbag from its stylish Eden Collection.

Trendy arm candy: available in striking red and brown crafted from the softest suede.

Diminutive wonder: a compact size belies its spacious interiors. A certifiable style companion for the rain-washed season.