“Bag” it chic

“Bag” it chic   Look elegant and stylish effortlessly with sleek handbags when you go to work. Trends in hand bags and totes have gone through repeated transformation over the years with a new flavor every season or with something unique from the past.   Choose a bag that is unique and reflects your taste and style. We don’t need to imitate and buy something that suits your body type. And if you are thinking whether the shape and size of the bag makes a difference ? Yes it does… If you are 6 ft tall and wear a small bag it wouldn't gel with you and the same vice versa. ·  Try on handbags in front of a mirror just like you would try a dress in the store. ·   Don't buy trendy shapes that don't suit your figure there are plenty of options  you could try which would give you the look.     Functionality is another important aspect. The contents that you usually carry needs a place, so choose the bag that has well organized sections and comfortable handles to carry. Long or short-it depends on what you are comfortable wearing. You know what suits you the best when it comes to comfort.     When it comes to colour a tinge of sophistication is what we need. Not overtly bright colours but the use of sober hues would be preferred when you are out in that business trip. You could go for the top brands for those exceptional designs. They also come in different material including tanned leather, rexine, suede etc. Buy according to the climate and your office surroundings to avoid the material peeling off. Less the print or pattern on your bag the better, as we need the corporate look  to be chic!

Dressing ideas for Valentines’ Day

Dressing ideas for Valentines’ Day     Day Wear   If you want to go for a Day outing on Valentine's Day you can wear a fitted top with a cool jacket and jeans. It is  very importance that you look chic and pretty.Stick to sober colours and not stand out like a Christmas tree!     You can also wear a pretty casual dress with a floral print and add a belt on the waist .   For the slightly tomboyish ones ,you can select to wear ripped jeans with a nice funky top and high boots in case you are not the traditional dresser.  For a day party your make up should be little soft and light.     If you are on the plumper side opt for long empire line dresses that covers the waistline and hips, keep your hair open or you can even puff it up or a fishtail.Or opt for the pretty anarkalis which are long and flowing and can cover your waist and hips.Keep the jewelry minimal and enjoy the day Night Wear  For Night Parties you can look dazzling by wearing a blingy dress and stilettos. You can even wear a narrow skirt with a stylish top, accessorize it and pair it up with pencil heels which  is apt for a hourglass figure and a lean column. The bold ones can wear a one-sided evening gown and floor your lover one.   For a night party keep your make up little blingy yet decent. Give your eyes a smoky look with a dark streak of grey and black eye shadow and keep it light on the lips. Keep your hair open or curl your hair into soft waves.   If you are married you could wear a pretty netted sari in pink and keep the make –up simple and enjoy the evening out with your hubby.  

Brooch chains from the past

Brooch chains from the past   Do you remember the good old days when your grandmother would wear the long chains with a brooch like pendant attached to it .Well the fashionistas are always digging into our past designs and these chains have made a come back in fashion now. Not just limiting it to a single line they come in a variety of designs and can worn in a chain or also individually like a chain brooch  on your sari, dress or a  lengthy skirt or shirt. They come in chains, pearls, strands of different coloured beads, multi-coloured beads/strands  and the pendant shapes come in different forms like birds , flowers, butterflies, peacocks ,mango shapes , where you  can choose them depending on the clothes that you choose to wear. The same ones when they are attached with two pendants on each end double as brooches to be worn elegantly on your saris or traditional Indian wear.They come with pins on both ends and can be fixed to your dress in a semi circular way.The mix and match combination of the pendants and chains make them look like a stand alone piece of jewelry. If you want to wear it over a shirt or western wear you could check out the classic pieces that come in white metal,silver and  black metal ones that will suit your formal wear. Check out your nearest store or online for various designs of these lovely brooches and chains to choose from. You would surely stand out from the rest of the crowd when you wear these elegant pieces of jewelry!

Define the ear with these beautiful cuffs

Define the ear with these beautiful cuffs Who said men could only wear cuffs? We are not talking about the sleeve cuffs but the ones for the ears! The current trend in the jewelry fashion scene is the ear cuffs which have hit the market. With Vidya Balan and Sonam Kapoor popularizing this definitive piece of jewelry on the red carpet, the ear cuffs are back in fashion this 2014. The Indian jewelry scene is not new to this kind of trinket which was once worn by the royalty. Made from gold , pearls and other precious stones, the ear cuffs kept bouncing in and out of the market periodically. Europe and South Asian designers have also have created various designs of this exquisite piece of this jewelry but which are more tuned to the western tastes. Depending on the outfit you can match the ear cuffs .You have the gold and silver ones studded with stones and pearls, funky designs for the more adventurous, ones made with feathers , single strand ones and hoards of designs for each attire and age. The traditional ear cuffs come with long danglers and are adorned with stones, pearls and other semi precious stones. We have a hoard of designs in the Indian market. The designer ones come at a price and you also have ones that fit your budget which would the costume jewelry ones .So you can make a choice and pick the right one. They go great with sarees both with silk ones and the chiffons or the traditional kanjeevarams. Style tip: As always it is best suited when you match the ear cuff based on the pattern. If the sari has heavy work or brocaded it is best to wear a simple one. The anarkalis and layered salwars which are now in the market provide an excellent opportunity to wear these ear cuffs minimalizing the neck accessories.The traditional Kashmiri ear cuffs which go around the ear and have danglers are the best choice. For Western outfits: With evening gowns and long dresses you could wear anything funky. You have a variety of designs which is an advantage when worn with the western outfits. With so many celebrities spotted wearing ear cuffs it is clear that this is a supercool accessory which is here to stay. It adds an edge to any style and can be worn individually or in pair.

Tie it with a scarf

Tie it with a scarf Getting all dressed up, ladies? Add a fab finishing touch with a fashionable scarf, or go luxurious with a scarf in silk, cashmere or pashmina. Wrap your dress up in style with a designer and colourful scarf depending on what you are wearing. A scarf, shawl or stole are interchangeably used and can complete an outfit together, add a touch of femininity to a tailored suit or give panache to an evening wear dress. They can look classic, elegant, casual, dashing or even sporty. And you might wonder what the difference between scarf, stole and shawl is – Simple it’s the size & most of times they differ by width. Scarves also serve a purpose in summer they make a great cover from the hot sun and in winter they woolen ones provide the much needed warmth for the neck. You have various options to choose nowadays like the plain ones the netted ones, silk or just the plain single coloured ones. In addition to being worn around the neck or head, they can be looped, tied, twisted and knotted and worn according to the outfit. It's all up to you. With a few basic scarf tying techniques, you'll find that none of them are difficult to tie. With a skirt – Depending on the size of skirt you could wear a scarf around your neck or make a small knot in the center. On formal suit/skirt - The standard and uniform rule for a western outfits is the silk scarf which is normally worn with a single or a double knot. On a pair of jeans and Tees - You could adventurous with this evergreen outfit and top this with any kind of scarf-colorful patterned netted scarf. It all depends on your creativity. On a full length layered skirt - This would depend on the top/shirt you are wearing on the long skirt . If it’s a T shirt you could wear a short scarf and if it’s a short kurta you could wear a slightly longer scarf. Short Kurtis and jeans – You have very elegant and sober designs now available in the market to match with your kurtis if you are wearing it over a pair of jeans .If the tunic is plain then you could team it with a patterned scarf and if it has pattern or design you could just wear a plain scarf. Have fun, experiment, and enjoy wearing your scarf, stole or shawl!

Style tips for What to wear at Work

Style tips for What to wear at Work Whether it’s Western or Indian the clothes that we wear plays a great role in in your professional success. It reflects your personality and also influences the people who work with you as they form an opinion based on your attire. We suggest these things that you should never wear to your workplace followed by a tip. Deep necks: Avoid wearing too deep necks in the office .Ladies, wearing deep neck tops, blouses and dresses to work that flaunt off excessive cleavage will only cause embarrassment. This could also create unwanted attention and comments from your male colleagues. Style tip: You can try a boat neck, crew neck, Nehru collar, Chinese collar etc. that look stylish and decent. If you think the neck is slightly deep then trying using a cardigan or scarf and you always have the Chunni to cover up for you if it is a Salwar. See through clothing :Clothes that are see-through are complete no-no for workplace. It may distract your male co-workers and leave you feeling uncomfortable and under confident. Avoid wearing fabric that makes your lingerie visible through the clothes line. Style tip: Simple Cotton, Khadi, Nylon fabrics are great to work. If it’s raining nylon and chiffon are the best as they dry faster in case you get wet. Bright colours: It would be best avoided if you don’t wear bright, neon coloured clothing to work. It could be very distracting to others and you certainly don’t want to be labeled as candy girl… Style tip: Browns, pale shades, mauves and of course the ever green black and white combinations and anything sober are the best bets for work. Flip flops Flip flops or Hawaii chappals are too casual for office. Avoid them completely unless it's raining cats and dogs. Worn out foot wear should be discarded and avoid the rexine ones as they tend to smell with sweat. Style tip: If you want comfortable shoes for workplace, then go for sandals with straps or the closed shoes. These go well with either Indian Salwar or a sari. If its Western wear you can always wear the closed pump heels or block heels. Sober Designs: Now we don’t want to look like a Christmas tree or you have just entered the party zone. The dress that you wear should reflect the work culture and you seamlessly blend with the others and make sure you don’t stand out like a sore thumb. Style tip: Straight line cuts, high necks and collared shirts with your buttons up in place is the best thing. Since the men have a limited option it is best when you carry off sober wear. So dress for work and dress for success!   

HAIRSTYLES FOR DIFFERENT OUTFITS

HAIRSTYLES FOR DIFFERENT OUTFITS we will try several times to look ethnic and beautiful by wearing bangles or bracelets, ear rings, foot wear etc whatever we wear we should complete the look with a perfect hairstyle for different outfits. A hairstyle not only completes the overall look but also makes out appear gorgeous. The first thing anyone notices before the outfit is your face, and hairstyle is definitely part of that first impression. Hairstyle for churidar: Churidar is actually a traditional outfit many people opt for Indian hairstyles but now people are trying modern and stylish hairstyles too. There are many braid hairstyles that are not traditional or time consuming to try because time is a key factor in choosing hairstyles. If you are going for a casual-every-day look you can go for soft waves, or straight hair. Hairstyle for western style: Every girl wants to look stylish and beautiful. Western culture is most popular today everyone wants to try new outfits with different hairstyles but they will be confused that what kind of hairstyle suits them let’s try this...... 1. Part your hair to one side. Take about four inches of hair and have someone hold it. Pull the rest of your hair back and put in high ponytail. Clip the loose piece of hair right above your ear and clip at the end of hairline. Then, take and wrap around ponytail securing it with Barrett. 2. Part hair to side. Take about four inches and French braid it. Tie it off 3. Part hair down the middle. French braid a little piece on both sides. Tie off Take remaining hair on one side and tie up in bun along with the braid. Do the same on the other side! Hair style for saree: Every woman wants to wear sarees as their wish one likes to look stylish or traditional.We all spend hours infront of the mirror trying to get that prefect hair. Wearing a saree for party and confused which hairstyle would be best? Choosing a hairstyle appropriate to go along with a saree is an issue with most of us who wear saree only occasionally. The most obvious, preferred and favourite way to let the hair loose and open.

ENHANCE THE OVERALL LOOK WITH GLASSES

DIFFERENT LOOK WITH GLASSES Now the summer is coming, you need to have a few accessories. One of the most important accessories in the season is a pair of sunglasses. They not only protect your eyes from the harmful rays of the sun, but also enhance your overall look. Though, many times, people go wrong in choosing the right pair of shades as they are not aware of how to pick one that will suit their face. Here are a few tips to keep in mind the next time you go shopping for your eyewear. When selecting sunglasses, you may wonder how to pick out the best frames. First,we have to determine our face shape. There are seven basic shapes: round, oval, oblong, triangle, inverted triangle, diamond, and square. Once you determine your face shape, pick a frame that contrasts with the shape; for example, if you have a round face, select angular, narrow frames that are wider than they are deep in order to lengthen the face. The frame size of the sunglasses you select should also be in scale to your face. If you have tiny features, don't select over-sized frames - they will dwarf your face. Some examples of good frames for different face shapes are: • Diamond-shaped faces: rimless frames, frames with distinctive brow-lines, or oval frames • Square faces: softer edged frames; round, oval, even cat-eyed, also thinner frames • Triangle shaped face: colorful frames or cat eye sunglasses, also frames with straight top lines • Inverted triangle shaped face: rimless frames, light colors and materials • Oblong face: frames that are as wide or wider than the broadest part of the face • Round faces: rectangular or square frames, thicker frames • Oval faces: most frames will look good, but especially square and Wrap around