Let's face it. We all need a Lady Whistledown (Bridgerton reference in case you're living under a rock) who would tell us EXACTLY what celebrities, influencers, founders, movers and shakers have in their little black book. So, we became that person, and we're shining the spotlight on Rasna Bhasin, the bona fide fashionista who has shunned the tag of 'influencer' many a too times and shown kids how it's really done with her knowledge of digital media. To make it extra easy for you to take inspiration from Rasna, from customized journals to hair champi oil, read on to find out a few of her favourite things...
A Few Of Rasna Bhasin's Favourite Things
Skincare
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Cream
'The first product I can't live without is the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Cream. I have dark circles and this is the only thing that keeps them at bay so you will always find it with me.' The hype around the ANR has spared none, and so it's no surprise that Rasna's favourite eye cream is a cult classic that's known for doing wonders.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen
'I keep changing my sunscreen, quite on and off but the one I really like is the Biore one and also the one from Thankyou Farmer.' We absolutely love it when someone includes sunscreen as one of their 'favourite things' and shares our dedication towards getting some sun-protection on.
Kora Organics Turmeric Glow Moisturizer
'A good moisturiser is essential for skincare and one moisturiser I swear by these days is the Kora Organics Turmeric Glow Moisturizer.' Rasna shared that the Vitamin-C serum from the brand is also one of her essentials. This might be an expensive pick, but we think of this choice as an investment!
Beauty
M.A.C Lip Pencil - Whirl
'A makeup product you will always find with me is the MAC lip pencil in the shade whirl, it suits me brilliantly.' Every beauty fanatic is obsessed with this pinky brown nude because of the way it suits Indian skin tones and its longlasting quality. A fool-proof pick, this one.
Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Mascara
'Another makeup essential that you will always find in my bag is the Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Mascara.' Nobody does mascara better than Benefit, we bet you agree! This one's an OG with their Hook ‘n’ Roll brush that grabs, separates, lifts and curls, basically does it all for your lashes!
Haircare
Aveda Invati Advanced Exfoliating Shampoo
Kerastase Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo
'The Kerastase Dry shampoo is the only thing that works on my hair and I can't stop using it!' The Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo is silicone and talc free, and also infused with rice starch for extra oil absorption while giving extra volume to the hair.
Kama Ayurveda Bringadi Thailam Intensive Hair Oil
Nothing beats the soothing after-effect of a hot oil champi after a long day and Kama's Bhringadi is Rasna's secret to long luscious hair as she mentioned 'I use the Kama Bringadi oil from time to time for my champi.'
Fragrances
Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
'I actually use two all the time, JML's Wood Sage & Sea Salt and Black Orchid By Tom Ford. I tend to lean more toward heavier scents and like them to be warm and comforting. Also, I know they make heads turn always!'
Tom Ford Black Orchid
Clothing
Zara
'My wardrobe is 99.9% Zara and I have no qualms in saying that, I live, and breathe in a lot of Zara but also I invest in pieces that last me a very very long time. There are Zara pieces I have worn for over a decade that still have the same finish and are an essential part of my wardrobe.'
Yam
I love the beautiful prints from Yam, a millennial-run brand that offers the most exquisite printed garments that we can't get enough of.
Zubeida Diaries
'I love Zubeida diaries for beautiful chikankari everyday essentials.' Thanks to Rasna, we have discovered a hidden gem with gorgeous chikankari kurtas available at reasonable prices.
Sureena Chowdhri
Jewellery
Fendi
'One thing I always wear is my Cartier and Fendi bracelet. The Fendi one is a very old vintage piece passed on from my grandmother's wardrobe.'
Dhora
'I love Dhora for all my jewellery.' Dhora does the most amazing contemporary and traditional-inspired jewellery pieces, the quality is outstanding and the designs are to die for, a total win-win.
Home Décor
Suite No. 8
'Suite No. 8 is my guilty pleasure. I have so much Suite No. 8, I probably don't even need so much Suite No. 8 but I have it.' We have to agree with Rasna here, one scroll on the Suite No. 8 website leaves you cashing out at least two or three items in your cart.
Nappa Dori
'Another brand that's my go-to is Nappa Dori. You can find Nappa Dori stuff around my dresser like wire holders or candle stands.' It's minimal. it's sleek, it's Nappa Dori, need we say more?
Artisan Lab
'They have a beautiful curation and I am always looking for things around from there.' Rasna has named all our favourite decor brands, but this decor haven in GK-1 has to be our most-liked so far! Also, Artisan Lab's in-house cafe is the cherry on top for us!
Odd Giraffe
'I always carry a notebook and pen, I find the art of writing very therapeutic, Odd Giraffe is an Indian brand that makes some of the most beautiful journals that you can also get customized so I get all of mine from them. My planner, my journal, my gratitude journal, everything is Odd Giraffe.'
Shoes
Label Preet Kaur
'A homegrown brand I really like for my kohlapuris is Label Preet Kaur.' We checked them out and have to say that their curation of kohlapuris is phenomenal, something worth spending money on to get modern-ethnic chic right.
Tom Ford Heels
'I found them on sale at an unbelievable price but they’re a limited edition drop and something I would have never really picked out, but that day it was an impulse buy and I have been loving them!' Rasna shared that other designer heels she's really fond of are from Jimmy Choo and Aquazurra as she said 'I splurge all my money on shoes.' We stan a queen who looks out for discounts and isn't shy from sharing with the world.