YOUR MOST AWAITED LIST - PART 2

I went to a mall some days back. Every showroom was loaded with summer clothes- maxi dresses, shorts, tank tops, jumpsuits, skirts, neon prints, animal prints and so much more. I mean, so much is available nowadays that it can easily cause a great dilemma especially if you are very clear about the idea of shopping that particular day. The same thing happened with me that day, I was so confused that at last I ended up buying three graphic tee’s ( ptsss…It was a buy 2 get one offer!) instead of buying a dress which had to be bought if you look at the pre-planned idea. See! This is what happens when you have so many options to choose from during summers…but I have it all for you! (How I wish I would have done that before…anyways, no regrets…) I have picked out top-10 “MUST-HAVE” summer outfits. Girls, have a look at this checklist and add it to your shopping list as soon as possible to prevent the consequences you know!

5 CAPRIS

This simple and comfy bottom wear replaces your PJ’s in summers keeping you relaxed throughout the day. I always rely on capris if I want to go for casual outings. Whether it is morning or evening strolls, grocery store or yoga classes’ capris serve to all your daily needs.

4 SHORTS

These must be short but they don’t let you compromise in maintaining your style quotient. They give you a bold and sexy look; these are the ones to pick out on a hot summer day. Shorts are very useful when it comes to doing physical activity…you can’t run wearing an evening gown…can you?

 

3 DENIMS

Denims are what you call “evergreen” when it comes to picking out clothes. May it be any season; any reason denims should be ever-present in your wardrobe. It’s an all time “must-have”. So, if you want to look fabulous in a jiffy then you can always pull up you jeans and put on your dearest tee. As simple as a pie…isn’t it?

2 JUMPSUITS

Once upon a time, a mom snatched this garment from her baby and became a fashion diva! How cruel! (Mommies please don’t mind I’m just kidding). Women can be oft-times seen donning this one piece garment in India. Jumpsuits have grown popular in the recent years and now almost every woman owns one! This chic outfit suits every body type if you choose the right one which doesn’t hugs to your skin. Just pair it up with a good sling, wedges, up do your hair in a bun and you’ll be ready to rock the day!

1 PRINT PANTS

These relaxing pants with quirky prints and colorful drawstrings are liked by all. Just tuck in your favorite loose fitted top inside these pants, sport it with a stylish bag and look trendy, sassy as always!

  Can’t wait to see who’ll top the list? Ignite the curiosity a little more and wait till next post…until then keep guessing what else will make it to the list!

YOUR MOST AWAITED LIST - PART 1

You must have already realized that I am quite good at keeping promises. Ok! Ok! I will leave that boasting business for later. Anyways, made any guesses yet? Well, let’s see how many of them turn out true. Now, owing to my promise and without killing any more of your precious time, here’s your very own ‘must-have’ outfit list-

10 KAFTAN TOPS              

From kaftans to kaftan tops another great example of fusion wear. Kaftan tops are ‘in vogue’ both in eastern and western countries. These long tops are made with light materials like cotton, cashmere and georgette which keep you cool as a cucumber even during a scorching hot summer day. Its open and comfortable stitch acts as a pro. Get your kaftan top today and get set to become the diva of ethnicity!

9. Crop Tops

This is the freshest trend in fashion-town. With its bold and spiffy appearance it has taken over quite quickly. If you are totally unconventional and contemporary then this is the one for you. Pair it up with high waist skirts, shorts, leather pants or palazzos for voguish attire.

8. Skirts

Summers are incomplete without skirts. If you ask me about my favorite bottom wear, then skirts will always be the answer. Peplum skirts, mullet skirts, slit skirts, midis, suspender skirts, asymmetrical skirts and what not! So, this summer get yourself loaded with a medley of skirts. If you want to look girly and gorgeous at the same time, then nothing can beat a decent skirt paired up with elegant accessories. It isn’t on the 3^rd position for nothing! Select the style that suits you the best and get these all time popular bottom-wear today! Here’s the picture of this girl wearing asymmetrical leather skirt and a crop top.

7. Dresses

Can you imagine a summer without dresses? I think it would be horrible to even imagine that! Maxi dresses are the current obsession amoung girls. Ruffle dresses, skater dresses and fusion dresses with ethnic prints are also gaining popularity. Dresses speak for themselves; you don’t have to load yourself with accessories while wearing one. Just wear some simple add-ons, matching heels or wedges and you’ll be ready to flaunt yourself to the world

6. Palazzos

From young teenagers to old grannies everyone can wear these marvelous pants, and it is one of the reasons why palazzos have secured #1 in this ‘must-have’ list. Women with all body types feel at their best after wearing these wide legged bottoms. Its light fabric and roomy stitch acts as a bonus, this makes the garment more airy and gives the wearer utmost comfort. Pop any of your loose-fitted tops inside these pants, tie your hair in a pony or bun, wear matching flats, accessorize with a quirky scarf and large hooves; there you are ready with your palazzos!

Now you are all set with your top-10 essential weapons to beat the heat this summer. No more confusion and dilemma about what to dress in!

Future fashion, fusion fashion

Future fashion has always been a fusion of trends from various parts of the world; all the old designs come back with a creative twist on the fashion ramps and soon on the streets. Just Google ‘latest Indian fashion trends’ and you will find a tremendous amount of information on the experiments designers are doing nowadays with Indian and western wear and making fusion wear an obsession amongst the youth.  

Indian prints and designs have taken the fashion industry by storm; it was evident in the recent Lakme Fashion Week 2014 held in Lahore, Pakistan. Many designers fused saris with western prints, patterns and paired them up with quirky accessories and blouses. Here are some of the ‘saris with a twist’ from the Lakme fashion Show.

 

Indian traditional clothing is gaining immense popularity internationally also.  Stella Jean Fall 2015 was based on the lines of fusion wear which is in vogue. The main theme of the collection was Himalayas. It included western outfits with elaborate embroideries inspired by Indian Pietra Dura motif. Embroideries have been a favourite when you talk about fusion.

Talking of fusion fashion, the trendy concept is not only limited to ramp models. The fashionistas too love to adorn the fusion style. Celebrities like Deepika Padukone have been spotted sporting the fusion look last year during the Guild Awards. She wore a stunning black and blue lace lehenga by Shehla khan which went very well with earrings and other accessories.

 

Play Clan’s new sari collection has challenged all the odds. The offbeat saris have attracted many people with their geometric and tribal prints. These saris exhibit monuments, tribes, traditions and famous icons of India. This collection is definitely going to lure you with all the vibrancy and the patterns.

 

Talking of fusion fashion, it is not restricted to the celebrities and the ramp. The fusion look is now visible on the streets too. It has become a much loved style in the colleges. It not only looks very trendy but it is very comfortable as well.

If you’re looking at exploring this trend then you can get a wide variety of floral, geometric and Indian prints here that would go perfectly well with jeans, skirts, pants, palazzos….actually almost anything! If you want something that stands out from the madding crowd for daily or occasional needs, then try going chic in fusion.

Team it up with printed bandanas as headgears. Jhola bags would go wonderfully well with it along with kolhapuri sorts footwear. Unkempt hair, some rustic bangles, an anklet, wear a pair of cuff earrings, a touch of kohl in your pretty eyes and you’re good to flaunt your very hippie and uber cool fusion look.

What is your favourite fusion look?

 

Indian patchwork, sari borders and designs were given a modish twist in Silhouettes 2015, Mumbai. Eccentric accessories and shoes gave these designs a completely fabulous look. You would agree with us after you get a glimpse of the event in these images.

Just Pair it up right!

It is very important to pair things up just perfectly whenever it comes to choosing a dress that you are going to wear for the rest of the day. I mean you can’t go to your office wearing a funny combination of shorts, formal shirt and heavy sport shoes…weird huh? So, the moral of the story is that you just have to ‘PAIR IT UP RIGHT’. 

Shoes are the second priority for women after clothes, they just can’t get enough of it! Bellies, sandals, wedges, boots, sport shoes, pencil heels etc. It is too much to handle! Now the question is how to pair up the shoes right? Well, don’t worry because this blog post is going to cure your shoe hurdle for sure……..

BOOTS look amazingly good with skirts, shorts and jeans. They enhance the whole attire and give a bold and rough appearance. But, along comes the drawback that you cannot pair them up with palazzos, gowns or any Indian wear like suits and saris (you know that! Don’t you?)  

BELLIES are very popular among women nowadays as they pair up with almost any outfit whether it is skirts, jeans, shorts, palazzos or the Indian salwar suits. They lie in the must have category in every female wardrobe.

If you love to dress up funky and look cool, PRINTED CANVAS SHOES are the one for you. Just like boots it can be teamed up with skirts, jeans and shorts and in case you don’t want to fall prey to any pair up error with your canvas shoes just follow the drawback guidelines given for boots…!

In my opinion, GLADIATOR SANDALS are the most ideal sandals for a hot sunny day. They are made with multiple straps giving a beautiful feminine look. These go perfectly well with dresses and skirts. Please don’t do a blunder of wearing your long gladiators with pants, jeans or anything that covers up your legs.

 It is not difficult to see women in India wearing SPORT SHOES with salwar suits to work or even when they are visiting outside! You would see that Bittu’s granny and Bua in comic TV series Comedy Nights with Kapil also wear sport shoes…but think! Their attire is made to make the public laugh! You don’t have to make a laughing stock out of yourself so, please team up your sport shoes only with tracks, pajamas, pants and jeans. Don’t fret if you feel comfy in shoes and can’t wear them with other outfits just try the modern alternative-slip on shoes, they go with almost anything except saris.

How can I forget STILETTOS when I am writing about shoes! These are on the favorite list in every woman’s mind. You can pair these sexy heels with everything except tracksuits, exercise outfits and night suits. Well, you will never in the life feel the need of wearing your stilettos with these!

I hope your shoe hurdle is not a hurdle anymore. Now, this time whenever you step out JUST PAIR IT UP RIGHT!