7-Day Style Challenge: Fashion Sneakers

If you are a heels-only girl like me, wearing sneakers for a week is unthinkable. Since it’s the New Years, let’s make a resolution together to try wearing sneakers for a full week straight. Our feets will thank us. I have put together some outfits to ease you into the challenge.

Monday:

To kick off the week, I paired a pretty pink-scallop edged top with some plain medium wash skinny jeans and trendy white sneakers. The fly-flower bracelet add sweet, feminine touches to the outfit, in complete contrast to the uber-casual jeans-sneakers combo. This outfit is perfect for class or running errands.

Tuesday:

For tuesday, I paired a comfortable black dress with a patterned trench coat and the same pair of sneakers as above. Since the entire outfit has mostly darker tones, the design on the back of the coat and the delicate fashion necklace helps lighten up the mood. And give the outfit a little dressier feel. But the sneakers add just the right hint of casual so that you can wear this about your campus. You can easily take this look from day to night by just swapping out your sneakers with heels.

Wednesday:

While the accessories are very basic and neutral, the colorful blouse brings the outfit to life. The distressed boyfriend jeans and the plain grey sneakers help tone down the outfit. This look is very versatile and can be easily worn out for lunch dates, study groups and club meetings.

Thursday:

This outfit is for the days you want to look fashionable yet comfortable. The leggings and the infinity scarf will ensure that you are warm and cozy, while the edgy sneakers and asymmetric tunic will ensure that you look like you just walked off the runway. This look is perfect for those chilly January mornings.

Friday:

Here is a outfit for your Friday night drinks with friends. The beautiful Indian fashion statement necklace adds sparkle to a trendy, yet understated outfit. The white sneakers are the ultimate must have for this season.

Saturday:

Stand out from the crowd in this bright tangerine dress. This dress made in the latest Indian fashion designs in clothing. Pairing with the grey sneaker tones down the look and makes it appropriate to be worn around the campus, attend a concert or simply, hang out with your friends.

Sunday: 

I wanted to go for a semi-casual look for Sunday. I paired a blue camisole with a pair of structured blue trousers. The latest fashion futuristic black sneakers takes the look to the next level. This look is perfect for your brunch mimosas with friends.

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Do you regularly wear sneakers? Are you enjoying this latest Indian fashion trend of wearing sneakers with dresses?

10 Fashion Accessories Every Indian Woman Must Own

With the unlimited amount of choice available in the style and design of accessories available in stores, it becomes a herculean task to find ones that can complement your style. So, we have put together a list of basic accessory every Indian women needs in their wardrobe. These are chosen on their ability to match with your personal fashion sense.

1.       A Multi-Purpose Bag

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b.      Tiny clutches maybe your go-to bag for nights out on town but they’re not a very practical choice for work or school. With a decent sized bucket bag or satchel, you have enough space that you can stuff all your essentials for work as well as it is small enough for you to transition it to your happy hours. It really is the best of both worlds. Bonus, if you can find one in neutral colors like the ones above.

2.      A statement Necklace

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b.      A statement necklace can make or break an outfit. Your choice of statement necklace should be one that can complete any outfit while giving you a chance to express your unique sense of style. You can pick a choker-style with interesting details, a dainty, elegant one in bold color or go all out with a detailed, studded Indian fashion designer piece.

3.      Sunglasses

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b.      Sunglasses have been elevated from the level of a mere necessity to a must-have fashion accessory. With just your choice of sunglass, you can look more sophisticated or urban chic or preppy. Just make sure to pick a pair that complements your face shape. Here are some pairs you can take inspiration from.

4.      Cuffs and Bracelets

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b.      If you are not a necklace person but still want to own a piece of statement fashion designer accessory, go for cuffs and bracelets. You can wear them alone to brighten up your outfit or stack’em to have your own arm party. You can take your pick from bold and bright ones to simple, dainty ones to ones that are part of a set.

5.      Rings

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b.      These are perfect if you are the kind to talk with your hands. Every time you move your hands, they’ll sparkle and shine. The trend these days is to wear one Indian fashion designer statement ring and pair it with thinner, dainty rings on each finger. You can also pair these with some pretty midi-rings too. These are understated and eye-catching at the same time.

6.      Statement Earrings

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b.      Indians need statement earrings in their lives. Statement earrings like Chandbalis are a must for Indian wedding outfits. A statement earring paired with a simple Lehenga is all you need to carry you over through the weddings of your best-friend, your sister and your distant cousin.

7.      A neutral Scarf

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b.      A scarf should be a staple in any women’s wardrobe, especially ones in neutral or pastel colors. They can be used to add just a touch of color to your drab outfit and keep you warm. Trends may come and go, but a scarf will always look great. Bonus, there are a million ways you can style and tie your scarf. Google it.

8.     Maang-Tika

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b.      Another staple of Indian wedding outfit, maang-tikas can help you stand out from a crowd of wedding-goers donned in just Indian fashion earrings and bangles. It really adds an extra zing to your otherwise regular wedding outfit. You can pick from a variety of styles. Some are elaborate, some are dainty and some will make your friends and family go “wow”.

9.      An Assortment of Belts

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b.      A belt can truly transform your outfit. Don’t underestimate its effect. They look stylish and give definition to your waistline.

10.  Hand-Flowers

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b.      If you style runs more eccentric than others, why don’t you give these hand-flowers a spin. These are perfect conversation starters. Everyone would be flocking to your side to find out the story behind this piece of jewellery.

What Indian fashion accessory do you already own? Also what are your favourite places to buy indian fashion designer accessories online? Leave us a comment below.

6 Winter Jackets worn by Indian Fashion Bloggers

India has a booming fashion scene with new fashion bloggers and Youtubers popping up everyday. These style mavens are creating trends and paving the way for the rest of us. With the winter months already upon us, we went around and asked these fashionistas to recommended their must-have winter jackets without which they can’t leave the house.

1.       If you looked up “sumptuous” in the dictionary, you’ll find “an exquisite satin-y, embroidered jacket" beside it. If you want to stay current with the fashion-forward crowd, I highly, highly recommend dipping your toes in this trend. This style is truly special and revolutionary.

2.      One aspect regular jackets miss is that they are not long enough of protect your legs from the cold, wintery winds. This long coat from Bodice will help you combat the winds. It is like an extra layer to protect you legs. On top of that, it comes with an interesting buckle-belt detail.

3.      The winter weather is already dreary. To brighten up your dull outfit, here is a designer jacket that is reversible. Change up the colors according to your mood. On the days you want to look urban chic, wear the black side. And on the days you want to look ethereal, flip your coat and wear out the white side with the black piping.

4.      This is a jacket with a surprise. If black is the your color of choice but you don’t want to be boring, go for this jacket. The eccentric design and pinstripes running all over the jacket will keep your outfit from being anything but interesting and fun.

5.      If you've ever wished to look like you belong to the aristocracy and decked yourself out in glorious designer clothing, here’s your chance. To take your outfit from regular to regal, there's nothing like a top-notch trench coat with elaborate designs.

6.      Once relegated to the realm of woefully out-of-touch grandmas and baby blankets, the Kantha embroidery is back with a bang on Indian women’s dress designer outerwear. Blame it on the rise of eccentric, kitsch designs, this style doesn't seem to be going away anytime soon.

Ready to rock your new winter jacket?

Don’t forget to let me know which jacket was your favorite in the comments below. Also let me know where you usually buy women's designer clothing online like these jackets.