The concept of a birthstone is not new to us Indians— many of us believe in them whereas some are trying to understand their relevance. However, the science behind the theory is quite gripping. Our Feature this week lists out the right stone for eachmonth, giving the properties associated with each. Take a look to see what suits you. Choosing the right jewellery and still staying in sync  with the current trend can be quite a task. Fret not as we’ve also listed what’s in trend this winter. On the cover is the gorgeous Priyanka Bhardwaj who entered into fi lmdom with the recent Telugu fi lm Mr. 420. Young and vivacious, she says she would’ve been a fashion designer with an established brand under her name if not for an actor. Read more about her ambition inCover Story.