9 Easy Fashion Resolutions to Keep in 2017

1.       Resolution #1: Start wearing more Jewellery

a.      If you are the kind who sticks to the same pair of gold/diamond studs with every outfit, then this one is for you. To ease into wearing more variety of jewellery, start with a pair of statement earrings. You’ll the most impact with the least amount of effort. You can try a style you are more comfortable whether it is a sculptural pair or glitzy, shoulder-grazing pair. Or you can go more bold and try traditional Indian costume jewellery.

2.      Resolution #2: Find a Going-Out uniform that makes you feel confident, comfortable and sexy

a.      Give your go-to black body-con LBD a break and pick a silhouette that gives you a little more room to breathe.

b.      Instead of going for a traditional fashion designer dress, give separates like crop top and shorts or midi-skirts sets a try.

c.       If you want to up your vampy status, then go for a semi-sheer blouse and pencil skirt combo.

d.      You can also try going for sexy fabrics like black lace in casual, simple silhouettes to balance it out.

3.      Resolution #3: Break out of your habit of wearing only black

a.      If the only color residing in your closet are just varying shades of black, then resolve to add a bit of color to your outfits this coming year. Ease into this by wearing colors like light, dusty pinks and army greens. These colors are more close to neutrals than say reds and oranges.

4.     Resolution #4: Find a staple, classic bag

a.      Add a semi-structured tote to your collection which you can easily transition from your work week to your weekend events. Make sure it’s not too large or too small. Bonus point if it has some interesting, yet subtle detail.

5.      Resolution #5: Start dressing for the job you want

a.      Adopt a work uniform that displays your authority, makes you feel confident and makes people take notice of your charisma. If you are in middle-or upper-management, go for a power suit. Wearing jeans and a white Indian fashion designer shirt is just not acceptable.

6.      Resolution #6: Find a pair of killer heels that don’t actually kill your feet

a.      Block heels are back in full force. Find a nude or pastel pair and you’ll get the height of the heels and comfort of the flats. It truly is the best of both worlds.

7.      Resolution #7: Be proud of your curves

a.      With the Kardashians ruling the world, I think it’s high time we stopped being embarrassed by our curves. Flaunt your curves in beautiful fashion designer dress with a peplum design or hip-hugging jeans.

8.     Resolution #8: Invest in proper, grown-up lingerie

a.      Want to feel like a grown up? Start matching your panties with your bras. Bonus points if you can incorporate fabrics like silks and laces. You’ll feel a hundred times more confident while wearing such grown-up lingerie.

9.      Resolution #9: Edit your closet

a.      Go through your closet. Separate clothes into the ones you want to keep, the ones that are too worn out and the ones that you can donate. Indian fashion designer dresses are made to last. So you can easily donate them if they don’t fit your style. While sorting, keep in mind your current personal style, your body shape and what you want your clothes to say about you.

  

What resolutions are you already following? What new fashion resolution will you be making for 2017? Leave us a comment below.

5 Holiday Party Outfits for the Minimalist

December is the month of parties. You are sure to be invited to a gazillion brunches, parties, soirees, office events and festivities. If you are a minimalist at heart, find clothes that are festive, party-appropriate and matches your personal style is surely an uphill battle. So, we scoured fashion websites to find clothes for your holidays parties and put together different looks with them.

Since the weather is cold, freezing in some places, wearing short fashion designers dresses are not the best idea. Keeping in mind the below zero temperatures in some places, we have selected the best jumpsuits for your party look. Be it your office Christmas party, your best friend’s New Year’s Eve rooftop soiree or a neighbourhood potluck, there is an outfit for you. Read on.

1.    Jumpsuits are perfect for the holiday parties. This black and white Indian fashion designer number will make you look sleek and chic. Throw your hair in a simple bun and put on a classic red lipstick. Accessorize with some dainty gold studs and you’re good to go. Add a grey coat and a pair of black ankle boots. This is perfect and demure enough for your office party. You can put on a pair of woollen tights underneath to keep extra warm. If you want to add an extra layer of warmth, you can wear a nice blazer under the coat.

2.    The monochrome look is super trendy. And this white number perfectly fits the bill. Going for a white party? Just throw this on and go. This pair is so comfortable, you can dance the night away in it. To keep even the accessories monochromatic, go with a simple silver ring or small diamond studs. If you want to look striking, style your hair in loose, beachy waves and put on a pair of vampy, red lips. Put on a pair of interesting, white flats.

3.    When opting for clothing in a neutral palette, it’s a good idea to stick with interesting cuts and fabric textures to keep the look from being completely boring. Try your hands at a grey Indian fashion designers pair like this one. Pair it with suede dove-gray or nude pointy toe heels or flats. Like the other looks, keep the makeup simple and accessorize with a dainty gold necklace or body chain and studs. You’ll look classy with just a hint of sexy.

4.    This is a gorgeous, gorgeous jumpsuit. This beats any Indian fashion designers dresses for women for holiday parties. It is classy, monochromatic and has just the hint of sparkle to make it festive. This look calls for dark red nails, vampy lips, gold headband (especially, those dainty crown ones) and thin, golden drop earrings. The shoulder cut-outs keep the look from being vanilla. Don’t forget to put on a pair of woolen tights and nice, golden heels with interesting, cutouts. For outwear, wear some nice cream faux fur coat. You’ll look luxurious and all ready to party the night away.

5.    This is another black pair that the minimalists who prefer ethnic wear. You can go a little wild with your golden or stone accessories. Wear some nice statement earrings, rings and bracelets. Since the jumpsuit itself is so plain, going overboard with accessories will balance out the look. You can wear a peachy nude lip, dramatic smoky lips and put your hair up or down. To keep warm, wear a black pea coat.

Which one of the outfit did you like the most? Leave us a comment below.

15 Best Websites to Find Quirky, Designer Christmas Gift

It’s again that time of the year when we need to buy gifts for our loved ones. This year, step up your gifting game and get each of family and friends some quirky or fun gift. Here is a list of online stores where you can get gifts that are sure to put a smile on the face of your loved one.

1.       Ogaan: Ogaan is one of the most established online designer store for women in India. It’s like flipping through a fashion catalogue of a design house. They curate everything from couture dresses to workwear to jewellery to designer bags. Surprise your fashionista friend with a gift from here.

2.      Sugarfina: Sugarfina is an adult candy-lover’s dream. They are an designer online store that curates gourmet candies from all over the world. Get a box of candies for that uncle with the infamous sweet-tooth.

3.      Bestplayever: Have a friend who’s obsessed with the Simpsons? Woody Allen movies? Kanye? There is something to take their obsession to the next level.

4.      Pop Chart Lab: Who doesn’t likes funny infographics? You can get some beautiful glasses, plates, stationeries, prints, wall decors and more, all imprinted with interesting, detailed infographics.

5.      Wild Things: This is something that your little one is sure to love as a Christmas gift. Wild Things, the online designer store, make character-themed children dresses, dungarees, coats etc. There are foxes, unicorns, rabbits, mouse and many more animals to keep your little “wild thing” happy.

6.      Mouth: This is paradise of the incessant snacker. They have everything like the classic caramel popcorn and molasses cookies to cocktail kits to beef jerkies. Satisfy your friend’s 4am munchies by gifting them some snacks from here.

7.      boygirlparty: Get some cute onesies for the little someone who’s celebrating their first ever Christmas or the lion pin for the animal lover. All clothings, pins and stationaries have customized artwork done by Susie Ghahremani.

8.     Verameat: Verameat is an online designer store for women. They make some of the most beautiful, hand-crafted jewellery we have ever seen. Each piece will become part of your contemporary heirloom. And if you want something for that quirky friend, pick out some pieces from the Vmoji collection of pizza slices, dancing girls and smiling faces.

9.      Stay Home Club: We all have a friend whose idea of fun is netflix and chill and whose middle name is couch potato. Buy them some comfy designer clothes so that they can dig a deeper hole in their sofa.

10.  Pirasta: Looking for some fun activity to do during the Christmas holiday with your entire family? Get some coloring sheets from Pirasta for both the little ones and the not-so little one to spend hours of coloring fun.

11.   Sisters of Los Angeles: Inspired by the city of Los Angeles, they have every kind of memorabilia printed with scenes from this city of Angels. (Why should New York get all the love?).

12.  Woouf: Having a hard time finding a badass gift for your too-cool-for-school niece? Get some funky bean bags or notebooks with limited edition, designer artwork that they’d be proud of showing off to their friends.

13.  Owen & Fred: It is always difficult to find gifts for the men in our lives that are not video games or watches. Owen & Fred make it a lot easier. They have everything from weekender bags to shaving kits to wallets, all fully-designed and made in the US.

14.  Present & Correct: All the steampunk and vintage lovers gather around. Present & Correct make some of the most beautifully crafted, vintage-inspired stationery that are perfect as stocking-stuffer.

15.   Lazy Oaf: Aptly named the Lazy Oaf, this online designer store sells clothing for the lazy bums out there. Get one for your friend who has a hard time getting out of bed.

What gift are you getting your loved ones this holiday season? Leave us a comment.

What’s in my Closet? Fashion Designer Christmas Edition

Winter means my wardrobe is begging for a update. I packed away my summer clothes, donated whatever I didn’t want and threw away whatever was too old. Then I went on a shopping spree and added quite a few interesting pieces to my collection. I wanted to get some good pieces for all the Christmas and New Year’s parties I will be attending. A little early Christmas gift for myself. I’ll link all the pieces I got, so you can also get your hands on them before they run out.

1.      This is from the Fall-Winter Collection of Peachoo, the Indian fashion designer. I wanted to get a LBD I could wear to my best friend’s Christmas shindig but I didn’t want a regular, boring dress that would blend in with everyone else. The beautiful embroidery on the top makes the look very festive and interesting. The longer sleeves will keep me warm and not shivering in the name of fashion. But the biggest point to recommend this dress is its pleated, empire waistline. There would be no food babies in sight for me.

2.     Some parties I would be attending would be held in backyards or rooftops, so I wanted to get an outerwear that looked as good as a party dress. I found my soulmate with this Leather trench in mustardy brown. This piece is by the Indian designers, Ikai. The black piping around the collar and on the belt adds interest to an otherwise simple coat. I am truly in love with this find. I will be warm and stylish. I can’t wait to wear this. A pair of knee-high brown leather boots are all I need.

3.      No winter shopping is complete without a sweat shirt. If you know me by now, I am a fan of basics with interesting details. Case in point, this Aiman Moon Sweatshirt. It’s one of my favorite favorite piece of Indian fashion designer clothing in my collection. I love that the sweatshirt is in a basic navy blue color but comes with colorful octopus and third-eye embroidery. I am getting serious Japanese painting vibes from it. It truly is like wearing a piece of art. I am going to wear it with some high waisted jeans or a pencil skirt.

4.    I am a sucker for trousers. They are both comfortable and look put together. I love wearing these on days when I am lazy but want to fool the world into thinking I am not. This pair is by an up-and-coming Indian fashion designer, Anomaly, who make some really simple, good quality basics. I love the interesting side-pleats this pair has going. This is perfect for office or meeting the boyfriend’s parents or any other adulting activities you need to do. I’ll most probably pair these with ankle boots. This a solid basic piece to have in your closet. I’ll definitely be wearing this pair well into the summer.

5.      A red-beaded crop top is not exactly basic but I wanted to get something for that one day in the year I want to get really festive. This is also by Peachoo, the fashion designer. This is such a gorgeous piece with a beige base and berry red beadings. And don’t even get me started on the floral edge on the waistline. This is the perfect balance of festive and understated. I can already imagine all the ways I would love to style this piece. A top bun, red lips, golden or black full midi skirt and heels.

6.      Now that I got through all my clothings, the final piece I bought was a pair of earrings. I chose this because it goes with everything. It’s edgy and stylish, right up my alley.

What’s in your closet? What Indian fashion designer pieces will you be investing in?

10 Types of Chain Designs For Your Wedding Jewellery

Sometimes making sense of all the various types of jewellery available in the market these days is difficult. Everything looks pretty. But finding something to match your outfit is equally hard.

With the wedding season upon us, jewellery shopping for your own or a close friend’s wedding is on all of our minds. We have compiled this mini-glossary of the different types of chains to help you navigate your jewellery shopping expedition.

Chains are broadly divided up into Classic, Textural and Sleek.

CLASSIC CHAINS

1. Cable Chain

Shaped like chain links but on a really small scale. Usually, the links are shaped in oval or round which are then, uniformly interlocked in various patterns. The key is that each link lies at ninety degree angles to the next link. These, too, come in different variations like parallel links or double links. These are one of the favourite designs of jewellery designers.

2. Curb Chain

One of the most durable choice for bracelets or necklaces, curbs are a special type of chain link. In this type of chain, special “curb” or curved links are used which stay interlocked even when they’re laid flat.

3. Figaro Chain

Originating from the jewellery designers of Italy, Figaro chains are characterized by their different sized links that are interlocked together. Some links are longer than others which are arranged in various patterns. This is a type of modified curb chain.

TEXTURAL CHAINS

1. Popcorn Chain

Resembling a garland of popcorn, they beads are linked in a cluster pattern to given the necklace an interesting texture and dimension. Don’t let the appearance of the necklace fool you. The necklace itself is pretty lightweight. It is perfect for when you want to wear heavy jewellery with your simple, monochromatic lehenga or saree but don’t want to be weighed down by it. It is another favourite of quirky jewellery designers.

2. Rope Chain

This chain looks like a piece of jute rope but made of gold or silver. These come in a twisted or looped pattern. These look especially gorgeous as simple, choker necklace or as thin, delicate bracelet. This is one of the most popular style of chains among brides and bridesmaids.

3. Byzantine Chain

Known by many interesting names like “birdcage” and “fool’s dilemma”, the design is as intricate and complex as the empire it is named after. This jewellery style incorporates the rope-style with elegant textural designs. What makes this design stand out is that each link passes through four other links. Also the links alternate their directions. Studying a byzantine chain up close is truly a fascinating experience.

4. Wheat Chain

The design for this chain is derived from the design of the tips of wheat stalks. The links are shaped like very thin and long teardrops which are, then, arranged so that they all point in the same direction. Each link is interlocked with kind of like a hinge, so this style is more stiff than others. This style, too, is perfect as short, choker styles.

SLEEK CHAINS

1. Snake Chain

Another design inspired by nature that jewellery designers love are the snake chains, also known as Brazilian chain. They look like a slinky snake. Arranged in a zigzag pattern, the links are interlocked so that they look round or square in the cross-section. It would look very interesting as a bracelet.

2. Box Chain

Briolette chains, also known as box chains, we very popular amongst jewellery designers during the Victorian era. The speciality of the chain is that it comes with a briolette, a pear-shaped gemstone pendant with cut facets. The briolette is drilled so as to hang it as a bead on the chain. And as the name suggests, the links are shaped like box which are connected together.

3. Singapore Chain

Combining a curb chain with a rope chain, these are also called twisted curb. The chain looks like liquid. The links are twisted around each other. But even when the links are untwisted, they still retain their natural curve. You should ask your jewellery designer to make you one.

Which is your favourite jewellery design from this list?

2016 Bridal Trends: Fashion Designer Sabyasachi Reveals His Fashion Tips

Sabyasachi is revered as one of the top bridal fashion designers of our country, and correctly so. He has styled the weddings of the likes of Bollywood superstars Vidya Balan and Rani Mukerjee.

Planning on getting married soon? The wedding preparations driving you crazy? We have put together a list of advice from Sabyasachi himself to help you navigate through the labyrinth that is an Indian wedding wardrobe.

1.       Having a destination wedding? Stick with the Maharani blouse. The biggest hassle for attending a destination wedding is to pack lightly while still packing all the necklace sets, chandbalis and kamar-bandhas to be decked out for a large Indian wedding. The solution: the signature Maharani blouse designed by fashion designer Sabyasachi. These blouses come with full-length sleeves and high-neck. There is heavy, intricate embroidery and kadai around the neckline and sleeves which do double duty as statement necklaces, kada and bangles. Just pack some chandbalis and bindis and you are good to go.

2.      Stay consistent with your fashion designer groups. What Sabyasachi means is that wearing many incompatible designers for your mehendi, sangeet, reception, etc. can make you end up looking less of a blushing bride, and more like a bridezilla. Therefore consistency is the key. Pick outfits for each occasion from one top fashion designer or many designers who share the same aesthetic. This way you can avoid looking like an eyesore. For example if the mood of your wedding wardrobe is “earthy Indian ethnic”, then pick clothes from the likes of Anamika Khanna, Sabyasachi and Anuradha Wakeel. If your style is more Bollywood glitz and glamour, then take your pick from Shantanu & Nikhil, Gaurav Gupta and Manish Malhotra.

3.      Another top fashion tip for brides is to stick with monochromatic colors. You don’t want to look like a Diwali fireworks or christmas tree by wearing a riot of colors. The top designer, Sabyasachi, wishes he could take back the trend he started of wearing contrasting green blouse with red sarees. Sticking with monochromatic color palette like red-gold or just beige or red can help streamline the look and make the bride stand out from all the people wearing a riot of reds with their pinks and oranges and greens.

4.      Another little trick to make it easy for you to plan your outfit is to work backwards from your lehenga to your jewellery or from your heirloom jewellery to lehenga. This way you can create an harmonious outfit. For example, if you have a busy, loud lehenga, go for a linear jewellery set. But if you are going for a monochromatic lehenga, then you can go a little wild and experiment with your jewellery. For heirloom jewellery pieces, again stick with simpler outfits to make your jewelleries stand out.

5.      If you plan to wear a golden fashion designer lehenga or saree, you can really go all out with your jewellery. Even things like jadua, panna, manak or even navratan won’t take away from your outfit because everything will still be monochromatic. If your lehenga or saree is colorful, then it is better to keep the jewellery simple and stick with linear jewellery. But if you really want to wear a statement jewellery piece, then go with a simpler lehenga.

Have you started planning for your wedding? What outfit are you planning to wear? Leave us a comment below.

8 Up and Coming Women Dress Designers You Need To Know

All of us can name french, italian and a few Indian designers off the top of our heads. So, today to expand your knowledge, we bring you these up-and-coming Indian women designers that you need to know. These are the fresh faces of the Indian fashion scene who are changing the game.

Every time we think of Indian designers, we only imagine them designing elaborate wedding lehengas and sarees. But these designers are a tad different. These designers specialize in bringing contemporary clothing like dresses and trousers and giving them a wholly Indian twist. Sometimes it’s the fabrics they use, like handwoven cotton or linen. And sometimes it’s the motif of Indian village scene that they display on the dresses. And sometimes it’s the cut of the dress in a traditional silhouette like a saree.

 1.       Anomaly: First on our list is Anomaly. Launched in 2015, it is the brainchild of woman dress designer Medha Khosla. Medha graduated from Pratt Institute and has worked with brands like DKNY. The mission of Anomaly is to provide minimalistic wardrobe essentials like silk blouses, shirt dresses and linen trousers for the modern Indian women. Each piece in her collection exudes a quiet elegance.

2.      Lovebirds:  Started as a vintage store by the dress designer Amrita Khanna in 2010, the brand has grown into a design house that creates unconventional architectural garments. The other half of the design duo is Gursi who came from a background of designing cafes and restaurants. Together they create garments with an urban Indian aesthetic while using indigenous fabrics and unexpected details. All their collections incorporate clean, simple, and balanced lines; grids that define the garment and minimalistic silhouettes that require no layering.

3.      Bodice: Another brand that espouses minimalism is Bodice. Founded in 2011 by Ruchika Sachdeva, all their devil is in their details. The brand’s trademark is its reinvention of classic Indian garments through modern tailoring and the use of indigenous fabrics handwoven by Indian artisans. Their collections give off a modern, tailored vibe all the while being anchored by edgy, unexpected details.

4.      Urvashi Kaur: Urvashi Kaur, the brand, is the brainchild and namesake of Urvashi Kaur, the woman dress designer. Urvashi wholeheartedly endorses the alternate fashion movement. All her collections incorporate Indian traditional handwoven fabrics, natural dyes and locally produced organic textiles. All of her garments give off an eco-conscious vibe. Not only this, this aesthetic is further enhanced by the use of muted, earthy colors for the garments.

5.      Rashi Verma: It is easy to spot a Rashi Verma creation. Her collection is made up of graceful sarees that combine the ease of putting on a dress. Her saree dresses are a dream to drape. You can get everything from classic, single toned sarees to one’s with patterned borders.

6.     Payal Pratap: Launched in 2010 by dress designer Payal Pratap Singh, the label is geared towards the modern Indian woman who is simultaneously deeply rooted in traditions. The muse of this brand revels in vibrant colors, rich heritage and timelessness of traditional Indian garments. The brand was declared a runner up for the 2012 Vogue Fashion Fund.

7.     Pero: The brand was launched by woman dress designer Aneeth Arora in 2009. The brand’s trademark of frumpy, oversized yet chic clothing has gained a following in India as well as abroad. It is all thanks to the in-depth insight of Aneeth Arora in constructing garments out of unusual textiles. Most of her designs are inspired by the local people of her hometown of Jaipur, whom she considers are effortlessly stylish.

8.    Eka: This is a less of a fashion brand and more of a lifestyle. The Eka women  believes in a simple, pure in form and organic way of life which is reflected in her choice of clothes. Each piece in the collection is lovingly handcrafted with indigenous textiles like khadi, linens and silks.

Which one of these is your favorite woman dress designer? Leave us a comment below.