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Tips for online shopping

Tips for online shopping   Women love shopping, don't we all? Like Nitya says in Alaa Modalaindi, there's a psychology behind women's shopping. And with the less amount of time in hand and more choices available online, a lot of women are moving over to online shopping rather than going through the rigmarole of offline shopping. A click of the mouse is all you need these days to purchase anything - from a safety pin to a bridal lehenga. But before you click that one button, be a bit smart and follow these tips to avoid rip-offs online.   Right size and fit: When you're buying clothes, make sure you measure yourself carefully so you choose the right size. However, it's not just the size that matters, it's the fit as well. Websites like Jabong and Myntra offer a size guide for clothes and footwear. Always check their guidelines and select a size accordingly. Before making your first online purchase, try out a couple of outfits in a mall or a boutique and see which size and cut fits you properly. It's better to go for a size bigger when you're unsure. Colors: Please know that there will be a slight variation in color and feel of the fabrics as light plays a vital role in photographs. The clothes usually look brighter and more colorful on the web page than they do when you see them in a shop. Keep this in mind when choosing your color.   Choices: There is a wide range of choice available online. Take your time to go through different websites, and make yourself familiar with online brands before you make your purchases. Online shopping is the best when you're looking for mix-n-match kurtas, leggings/salwar, and chunnis.   Make-up: The color variation is more noticeable when you buy make-up stuff online especially for lipsticks. Since you cannot really try any of the lipsticks or nail polishes, you just have to go by your hunch. If you've already used similar shades, then it'll be easier to make a choice. The easiest to choose are Hair colors, moisturizers, lip balms, hair oils, shampoos, etc. The toughest are body sprays, perfumes, lipsticks and nail enamels.   Footwear: When you're buying the footwear, please follow the instructions on the size guide by measuring both the feet separately. Always go for the size of the bigger foot. If you're unsure of your size, buy a size bigger if it's footwear. With shoes, you have to be more sure of your foot size both with and without the socks on. If you're used to wearing socks, buy ankle length woollen socks.   Return Policy: Familiarize yourself with the website's return policy. Feel free to return the products if you're not happy with them for any reason. Almost all the websites have a Return Policy in place so that customers can return the stuff with size issues, color issues or if it reaches in a damaged/semi-damaged condition.

Ideas For Perfect Night Wear

Ideas For Perfect Night Wear           Nights are meant to sleep in peace and comfort. Nightwears play a major role in helping you get a sound sleep. Clothes worn during nights need to be  comfortable, stretchable, lose and cozy. There are a variety of nightwear options available at all leading stores these days and we have chosen a few types that are more effective and comfortable. Check out the styles that can make your nightwears look trendy and updated.    Palazzo Pants :       There are nightwears available in Palazzo format in the market these days. These pants are very light and the material is stretchable. You are sure to enjoy a silent sleep with a Palazzo pant and a sleeveless t.shirt.  Short Nighties :     Short nighties are the best for teenagers and youngsters. It is easy to carry and also gives a feather-like feeling on bed. These short nighties are made in a very simple manner and the stitching is also done keeping comfort in mind.  Jumpsuits :     Jumpsuits have been in the market since very long and they are generally used as a casual wear. However, there is a wide range of nightwear jumpsuits available now. There are short jumpsuits and long ones as per the likes of customers.    Long Gowns :       This is almost like a long nighty but the model and design has a little change. Long gowns in the nightwear range is the recent sensation. There are different patterns and colors available in the stores. Long gowns are more conservative and comfortable.

Tips to put together a chiffon saree with border

Tips to put together a chiffon saree with border Chiffon Saree with Border:Maharani Gayatri Devi was known to be the inspiration behind the classic chiffon sarees with the pearls look and this has been followed by the Royalty ever since. In those days the Royalty would get their exquisite chiffons from Lyon France and Europe, but fortunately now we can get beautiful floral and plain chiffons from our own desi Garden Vareli showrooms, though not of the same quality as the royalty had.   Sabyasaachi had also given Sridevi the floral print chiffon saree in the movie English Vinglish as part of her Saree collection in the movie. Tips to put a chiffon saree with border 1.Depending on your height choose a chiffon saree with a floral print. For those with short stature choose small prints. The tall ones can carry off the bold floral prints. 2.There should be no embellishments like embroidery or sequins on the saree. 3.The colour of the brocade border should ideally be lighter than the body of the sari, dominant in silver or gold with a pattern reflecting subtly the colour of the sari. 4.When working with printed chiffon saris, choose a finer allover print rather than a bold, loud design so that the pattern does not compete with the border for attention. 5.You could also add a plain border in  a slight contrast to the saree colour, but it shoudld'nt stand out. 6. Dont fold multiple pleats and wear chiffons ,as a single pleat elevates the saree look. 7. A princess-cut high blouse would be the best to wear when you go for the single pleat- NO plunging necklines either in the front or back please! 8.Jewelry should be minnimal and the saree looks best when worn in the day time. You can check out Taapsee in a floral chiffon saree which she wore for the  ramp walk at an event for the Surat Dreams Fashion Show. Dressed in a brown saree with big flowers and small bright yellow border, her hair was done up in high coiffure with minimal jewelry.But we would have been happy if she wore the necklace on her neck rather than in the hair. The 70’s retro flower power look is  pretty don’t you think?

Get back to tradition with the Kasulaperu

Get back to tradition with the Kasulaperu   Pulling of the Kasulaperu look : The Sravana Maasam is the month of Goddess Lakshmi i.e. abundance and prosperity and for women this translates into buying and wearing Gold jewelry and silk sarees!!! The very thought of jewelry brings back fond memories of performing the Varalakshmi Vratham and you getting decked up in Pattu Parikinis and Langa Vonis with the gold your grandma and parents gift you and praying to the Goddess. Time flies and you are married and this festival becomes all the more important as you will performing the same in your own house. Wearing the Saree gifted by your in-laws and decked in all your finery brings joy and happiness as you pray to her for the same prosperity in to the family you have wedded. There has been a change in the way traditional dresses were worn before… with the Kanjeevarams taken over by the heavy embroidered chiffon sarees and Banarasis ,the traditional look has taken a back seat. When we see the red and green Saree which Sonali Bendre wears in the movie Murari, along with her gold bangles and Kasulaperu (long chain with Lakshmi coins) and jasmine flowers, a simply scintillating sight which would make you want to wear the same. Even if you don’t have that traditional red and green ( Sitamma vari Cheera ) saree you could probable dig into your grandma’s saree collection and wear it. Now when it comes to the Kasulaperu if you have it flaunt it!  if not buying one could be an expensive affair so you could look at an easier option of buying the one gram gold one and match them with beautiful Butta kammalu or the basket or cage designed hangings. You can wear another necklace for that layered look and complete your Sravana maasam ensemble with the maatilu, bangles, matching glass bangles, papida billa or maang tika and silver anklets for your feet. You will surely make heads turn with this Traditional look and stand out in the crowd. Wishing you all the joy and happiness this Sravanam…

The Unique weave of Pochampally sarees

The Unique weave of Pochampally sarees   Sraavanam Special Pochampally Sarees:  The simple yet unique Pochampally or Ikat Sarees as they are also known as are special sarees from the turf of Pochampally in Nalgonda District close to Hyderabad. Once a dying art , these geometric printed unique sarees have become popular thanks to the Government initiatives to uplift the artisans of this village who were on the verge of giving up the weaving of these beautiful sarees due to lack of patronage. Available in cotton, silk and Sico ( blend of cotton and silk), these sarees are light weight and can be easily and effortlessly draped unlike the heavy Kanchivarams. The simple designs add to its appeal where the background is usually white or cream with the geometric prints and borders. The salwar sets are also available and the soft cottons can be very comfortable to wear in any season. Congress leader Sonia Gandhi who is known to encourage handlooms from various parts of India has Pochampally Sarees and dresses as part of her extensive Handloom wardrobe. Great for any occasion the cotton Pochampally can be worn for any casual outings and the silks are great for any formal or wedding events. Ideal for the corporate look you can wear the Pochampally silk saree for any of your boardroom meetings or conference and you will surely stand out in the crowd. You could also look at wearing it for your Varalakshmi Vratham for this Sraavanam Season and also gift this saree as part of your Vayanam for any special person.With the weavers now diversifying from the traditional pattern to suit the modern tastes, are coming out with different patterns now in their designer collection of Pochampally sarees.So this Sraavanam ditch  the regular Kanchivaram and try out the Pochampally weave!

Getting ready for the Sangeeth Night

Getting ready for the Sangeeth Night   Sangeeth Night Check List: It's soon going to be the wedding season and some of your friends who have got hitched would be getting ready for their Big day. The bridal ceremonies which include anointing the bride, mehendi night and the Sangeeth night from the north are also becoming popular in the South as well. Make up for each of these occasions varies depending on the time its being conducted and place. So it’s the Sangeeth night and you have to look your brightest best and glowing. And then it’s the makeup session that needs the most important detailing. So what do you do? Here’s  a check list for you so that you can be picture perfect and ready for dance and drama sangeeth night. And would you be dancing also? The schedule is planned and the Sangeeth Ceremony is just a week away.- First get your ensemble right. Anarkali, Ghahra Choli, Salwar , Lehenga ,Langa Voni,  Saree or whatever your designer outfit may be. Obviously in a bright colour and shimmering you need to keep your outfit fit and ready. Not to forget the matching shoes and accessories, jewelry bangles. All Set? The afternoon i.e., if you have the time get to the parlour and get your hair done. Or no you could just DIY and be done with it. After the hair session get into your outfit and shoes and stand tall. Except for the accessories and jewelry, which you will wear in the end. Your make up – The tricky part if you are that makeup savvy person you can DIY but if you are not and you want to look fab then jus get it done at the parlour next door or ask your friend to help you out. Check out the DIY Matte finish make up tips here. After that it’s time to wear your jewels and get that final touch up on your T zone and blotting your lips for that picture perfect look. And BTW who is taking you out on that night ?