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All Time Fashion With Bindi

All Time Fashion With Bindi         Bindi is an integral part of make up in India. Most women prefer placing a Bindi on their forehead to look more ethnic and Indian. That place is also known for hidden wisdom. Bindi is believed to hold on to the energy and strength of a woman. Bindi has various names across the globe. It is known as Phot in Assamese, Chandlo in Gujarati, Tilo in Konkani, Tilak in Hindi, kunkuma in Kannada, Kunkoo in Marathi, Bindi in Punjabi, Pottu in Tamil and Malayalam and Bottu in Telugu.                                   Bindi was initially used to represent the Hindu tradition but now it has also become a fashion symbol. Bindis are now available in various colors, patterns, designs and sizes. There is a huge range of Bindis that will match every possible occasion and attire.       Even international stars like  Selena Gomez, Madonna  and so on are using Bindi as their fashion statement. Take a look at the different variety of Bindis available in the market for daily and occasional usage. Bindi usage is back in trend now. This time, there is an upgraded style that every woman needs to know !!!   

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?

New Ideas for Bridal Wear

New Ideas for Bridal Wear Designer Tarun Tahiliani displayed his range of Bridal wear  titled Modern Mughals at the BMW India Bridal Fashion Week held in New Delhi, August 7, 2014.   The bridal wear collection consisted of lehenga cholis, anarkali suits and kurtas which were primarily in Gold , red , orange white, bronze and champagne   The collection was elegant, sophisticated and wearable with a hint of a variation when it came to the post wedding couture. There was also an element of black, orange, white and gold in his creations which had a few sarees thrown on for the added glamour.

Gold and Silver Metallic Tattoos

Gold and Silver Metallic Tattoos   Metallic Jewelry Tattoos: The latest trend in tattoos is the metallic jewelry tattoos … and this not where you have to get yourself painfully etched in tattoo parlours, but just pick up some sheets of temporary  gold and silver design tattoo designs and paste them on your body wherever you like... Since we Indians are already into henna tattooing and in that also we have a variation with  easy to put on  henna stickers which also come with gold and silver linings , this concept of gold and silver tattoo makes for easy-peasy peel of jewelry. These decorative gold and silver body jewelry come in various forms of stenciled delicate chain bracelets, delicate necklaces, and peacock feathers, strips of gold rings, or a lengthy border for thosw who want a quirky design down your spine, especically when you wear a Choli or low cut blouse . This latest fashion phenomenon which has caught up in the recent months is bound to make head turns … Check out your local fashion stores or online sites for these beautiful pieces of temporary tattoo jewelry and be the first to flaunt them!

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…

Monsoon trendy Windcheaters

Monsoon- trendy Windcheaters   Cheat the Monsoons with these trendy windcheaters. The windcheaters pronounced as wind-sheet-ers  are  a must have in anybody's wardrobe whether male or female .These light-weight jackets which are also  waterproof are a great way to beat the monsoons  and can be used throughout the year and are great for deflecting cool winds. These jackets can have collars, hoods, full or half zips, elastic waist or arm bands and come in a plethora of colours. But for those who like to keep it simple with single colors like black, mountain blue and brown can stick to the plains ones. For those who are into trendy colors can go for the bold colours like funky purple or red, pink and peach . What’s your colour and style ?

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!

No matter if its Black or White!

No matter if its Black or White !   Monochrome dresses: Who says only Zebras look good in Black and white? For those who are not sure of what to wear and choose the right color for an evening out , the safest bet would be to wear the monochrome  color and we mean the black and white combination which is an evergreen combo. Whether it’s a saree, dress or an evening gown, the monochrome look should be a must-have in your wardrobe. For those of you who want to make a fashion statement, monochrome dresses are the easiest and hassle free option. Here why? The ‘black on white’ or vice versa  contrast is striking  at the same time  sophisticated  and this look gets you  noticed for all the right reasons. No need for added bling or accessories may be a clutch or bag as per the dress is all you need. Did we forget to mention the stilettos? May be not for the red carpet events but this is a must have in the A-List category and if it is good enough for them it has be good for us too. The stylish selection of flared, fitted, shift and printed styles from saris too salwars, evening dresses to the tomboy biker look, the choice is yours and unlimited! Create your own version of the monochrome!

Kareena Kapoors New Look for Singham 2

Kareena Kapoor's New Look for Singham 2   Kareena's Style File:Check Out Kareena Kapoor’s new look in Singham 2! We simply love her bold and beautiful style with those bright  and contrasting colors and floral prints. Seen mostly in flowy divided skirts and full length skirts with short shirt tops as seen  in the promos she has brought out this old fashion of the 90’s again this time with brighter prints and crushed fabric. Her boho chic look is further accentuated with silver and white metal multiple bangles, chunky jewelry , jholas  and hoop earrings with Jhumkas. So pull out your old junk jewelry from the closets and wear them again. She plays a Maharashtrian in the film where fashion designer Manish Malhotra has styled Kareena Kapoor's look for the promotional 'Singham 2' song.Most of her clothes are by Anupama Dayal and she is styled by Tanya Ghavri for the film. So its time to update your wardrobe with these divided skirts and crushed lehengas. Whether its the ramp or reel- Kareena Kapoor  is always a showstopper!  

Swaroski Shoes OMG

Swaroski Shoes OMG   Swaroski studded sneaker: What will they think of next? These crystal studded shoes were created for Pharrell Williams, an American singer-songwriter, rapper, musician, and fashion designer. A pair of popular Adidas Stan Smiths were studded with the precious crystals, almost 1600 of them in 15 different shapes and sizes to give it the encrusted look. The whole effort took around 10 hours to embellish the shoes and they were first shown to the public earlier this year. Apparently Pharrell Williams had personally handpicked the size, shape and color of the crystals he was looking for and worked with the Swaroski creative team to bring his idea to shape, which was inspired by a pair of platform crystal shoes from Swaroski. But sadly the shoes aren't available for sale and custom made exclusively for him. We couldn’t estimate the price of the shoes either ,but if you wanted a custom made crystal shoe like this how would you want it to be?

Dressing up for this Ramzan

Dressing up  for this Ramzan The holy month of Ramzan which is a spiritual journey of fasting and feasting will end tomorrow. Most of us would have finished our shopping by now and what a fantastic and enjoyable experience it is where you have the night bazaars from Charminar to Chandni Chowk selling their goods till midnight. SO what are you wearing for the big day tomorrow? The latest trends which are the Anarkalis and the ankle length floor gown Anarkalis are the best buy this festive season. Choose the bright colours of red, maroon, yellow, peacock blue, with the choicest of heavy embroidery ,is what we recommend for those who like to make a bold statement. If you are not into the heavy embellishment style you can always opt for the more subtle colors which have pretty borders and floral patterns. You can still make it at the last minute  for buying the ready –to- wear dresses and look great. Now that you have your dress in place you must have your mehendi patterns to complement your outfit. The Arabic designs are always in so decorate your hands and feet with these beautiful designs. And pick the right jewelry and accessory which complements your dress and bring out the best in you this festive season of Ramzan …Have a wonderful Id-Ul –Fitr !  

Flawless Face Parineeti Chopra

Flawless Face Parineeti Chopra   The 2104 Vogue Beauty Awards, held at Taj Land's End in Mumbai was a star studded affair. The stars and models were dressed to the hilt in their designer clothes and with no scope for the fashion police to complain or criticize. The whos who of Bollywood including Shilpa Shetty, Lisa Haydon, Kajol, Ileana etc.,  and the modeling fraternity were there at the event. Except for Kangana who came in an outfit which didn’t quite seem like the right thing to be worn at Vogue, they all looked smashing in their Diors and Joshipuras. Some of the winners were - Parineeti Chopra for Flawless Face, Beauty of the year Kangana Ranaut,  Timeless Beauty: Twinkle Khanna and the Face To Watch Out For: Kriti Sanon and Breakthrough of the year: Lisa Haydon. Check out the pictures of these beautiful women.  

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 ?

What your Anklets Say about You

What your Anklets Say about You Wearing anklets have been a tradition in India since the times of Mohenjadora and Harappa. There have been references to this beautiful jewelry in ancient scripts also and have health benefits as per Ayurveda. It is said to stimulate the liver, large intestine and lower abdomen. Great, so we are validating why you should be wearing anklets!   Now for those who already have a pair of silver anklets and would like to look trendy and stylish especially when you go to college you need to rethink your anklet style. Imagine a pair of slim fit jeans and T shirt and pair of silver anklets on your feet? Naa.. That’s not my style; I’d rather wear it with my traditional lehenga or half sari… And we agree with you.    So what’s your style all depends on what clothes you wear and what kind of a person you are. The funky brave hearts can carry any anklet, beaded, loaded, stoned etc.  If you are into the bohemian style then you are spoilt for choice!      For those who like it more quirky you can try the multi layered anklets in a mismatched fashion. There are crotched ones with patterns that run down your feet to give you that roman sandal look.     The demure ladies can go for the simple single strands where the embellishments are less and it’s more sophisticated. You could also try the threaded ones with simple charms. Style Tip: You could also DIY your own anklet with colored threads, use pieces of left over costume jewelry which you think can be recycled and attach them with your anklet. SO what style do you follow ? Do share your ideas with us...

Do You have the Single Earring Style

Do You have the Single Earring Style? Single Earring Trend: A bold fashion statement for a party or red carpet event, this Single Earring style is defiantly not for the plane Janes! Yo might call it the lost-the other –earring – look ,but this style statement has been in vogue since the past few years. ( Do you remember Cyndie Lauper in the 80’s ? she was one of the first few who promoted the punk style single long feathers earrings) Now how would you wear this without looking awkward? This single earring style ideally needs to be worn on one side, and you could cover the other ear with a side pony or your hair swept to the side of your face which will accentuate your single ring. For the college girl – Lucky college girls! You gals get to wear a host of earrings ranging from the gothic metal earrings to the feather ones or just about anything to duit your outfit. Style tip: If you lose any of your funky long earrings fear not! As this could be your next single earring style statement. And it won’t cost you extra either… Party Wear: Those who are into clubbing and pubbing this can make you stand out in the arc lights. A simple glittering gown, stilettos with your hair swept to one side and a studded single earring stud, ear cuff or a dangler – the choice is yours. So if you are the bold and brassy types, try this quirky single earring style which is trending on the ramps this season.

Two must have denim Skirts in your wardrobe

Two must-have denim Skirts in your Wardrobe   Denim Skirts for Girls: The ever green denim which features in every girls and male wardrobes has evolved from being just a pair of rugged pants and dungarees to shirts, halter tops, sleeveless shirts and shorts. We figured that apart from the jeans a girls must have at least two denim skirts in her wardrobe and found these… A Denim floral print skirt look gorgeous for the evening and a denim skirt with this lovely print, can look really nice when you wear it with a white shirt or tank top and roman sandals. If you want to dress it up more, throw in some funky accessories and head straight to college.   In a contrast to the tomboy jeans look you can deviate by wearing a denim dress to completely amp up your style. And you could do this with a nice blue fun floral denim dress which can be worn with wedge heels and look all dainty and pretty.

Ileana in a Sulakshana Monga at ICW 2014

Ileana in a Sulakshana Monga at ICW 2014 Ileana at ICW 2014: Check out Ileana D Cruz in a pink saree gown  by designer Sulakshana Monga at the grand finale of the India Couture Week 2014.The pink saree was minimalistic with simple border , but her blouse  was the highlight which was made with a see through net and  was fully embroidered in the front with just a pink floral pattern at the back. Her makeup done by make up artist Mickey Contracter was simple and she had her hair pulled back tightly in a pony tail, which actually made her look quite different and the midriff baring was quite a teaser along with  her famous waist which  was accentuated by the beautiful pink saree.With a pair of studs and white stone studded bangles must say she was quite a show stopper!

Ageless beauty Sridevi in Golecha Jewelry

Ageless beauty Sridevi in Golecha Jewelry Sridevi was the show stopper for Golecha Jewels on the third day of the walked the ramp India International Jewelry Week (IIJW) 2014 held in Mumbai. Dressed in a Gold lehenga ,she wore a layered diamond necklace with a huge pendant and the dew drop diamond earrings which matched with the pendant and huge diamond ring on her finger. Vijay and Rupali Golecha accompanied her at the end of the show on the stage. Golecha’s Jewels are a high end brand of designer jewelry started by brother duo Vijay-Sandeep Golecha in 90’s. With a vision to create something different, practical & appealing most of their jewelry is handcrafted and studded with diamonds and precious stones .They have three outlets at Mumbai, Aamby Valley & Jaipur and also create jewelry for movies , notably for the film Umrao Jaan starring Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachhan. For more pictures of Sridevi click here…

Suhasini Maniratnam Style Quotient

Suhasini Maniratnam Style Quotient   We know Suhasini as an actress par excellence and the wife of acclaimed film director Maniratnam. Actor-cinematographer-writer-director Suhasini Maniratnam wears her many hats and with her unconventional looks has acted in all south films and carved a niche for herself. Apart from her career as a successful actress she is also known to have an excellent style quotient when it comes to her clothes and ensembles. As we see in her in public appearances she is impeccably dressed in sarees and the accessories used are contemporary. Whether it’s a red carpet event or coffee shop inaugural, or any formal event she dresses accordingly. Never over the top, she has kept in touch with the latest in fashion as her sarees show. The jewelry based according to the event, show her style factor and taste which range from minimalistic to uber chic. And to say that she is not clued into Western wear is an understatement. She can be nattily dressed in trousers and tunics for an evening out to the movies or with friends. An inspiration for all women who have touched 40s, Suhasini Maniratnam is our fashion icon for those who redefine the concept of ageless beauty. And BTW her secret to her health, fitness and svelte figure is a glass of Ragi malt which she has for breakfast in the morning !