How to look fashionable on Holi?

Holi is the quintessential Indian festival that we all wait for. The colors, the parties, the food, the fun…. But the catch is to find appropriate clothing in which you’ll look fly while being comfortable to enjoy the festivities to the fullest. Do you always get stuck wearing old-raggedly white clothes? Well, we have put together some tips to help you change that and look fabulous.

1.       Look to the stars:

a.      The best place to look for fashion and style inspiration when getting ready for Holi is to see what the bollywood fashionistas are wearing. You can even look to movies that have Holi scenes to get some inspiration. Like Deepika Padukone in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, you can also wear an oversized mens t-shirt in bright color and pair it with some distressed denim shorts. Or you can go the other way and wear a crop top with some Indian fashion designer culottes or palazzo pants. Looser pants mean you’ll be cool even if you are playing Holi under the sun. Just make sure that none of your clothes are transparent or cling to your body when wet. You can wear a pair of bikini underneath so that you don’t have to worry about wet clothes and can jump into the pool anytime you want. Also don’t forget to wear a pair of oversized sunnies so that colors don’t go into your eyes.

2.     Best fabrics for Holi

a.      Cotton is THE fabric for summer. It will keep you cool and comfortable in the Sun. A cotton t-shirt, a kurta or a fashion designer summer dress would be a good option. But think about how much skin you want to expose to the sun. Accordingly, choose either long sleeves, longer pants or shorter tops and denim shorts. If you decide to expose more skin, remember to lather up with sunscreen. Not just your face but all over your body. Also make sure that the sunscreen is waterproof and reapply every few hours to avoid getting sunburnt.

3.     Ethnic Wear for Holi

a.      If you are playing Holi with family members and want to wear ethnic clothes, you can go for the classic combination of a white long kurta with some leggings or jeans. For contrast, take a colorful dupatta. Try a tie-dye dupatta or block-print dupatta or an Indian designer ikat-print stole. Wear some silver bangles and jhumkas. For footwear, wear some rubber chappals that won’t destroyed by the color.

What is your go to Holi outfit? Leave us a comment below.

Style it 3 ways: Payal Pratap Graffiti Top

A white shirt is one of the most versatile pieces of clothing. For this edition of Style it 3 ways, we found this white Graffiti shirt from Payal Pratap, the coveted designer for women, from her fashion collection Umbar. Umbar is her new prêt line which stays true and real to her sumptuous earthy aesthetic. Minimalistic, relaxed silhouettes featuring nostalgic cross-stitch designs are paired with a splash of tranquil colours that lends a carefree, easygoing vibe to the entire collection.

We have styled this tunic for you in 3 ways: Class, Lunch Date and A Night Out With Friends. Check it out below.

1.       Work

a.    You know a piece of clothing is truly versatile when you can wear it to work, while running errands and for your date night. This graffiti top might look too much for work but with some beautifully pleated trousers, a navy checkered trench coat and this Rara Avis Leather and fur purse. Rara Avis is well-know designer for women in India. The classic monochromatic trousers and trench coat make the color top work-appropriate. For shoes, you can wear some nude or black pumps. Put up your hair in a simple chignon, wear small pearl or diamond earrings and complete the look with a classic watch like the Daniel Wellington ones. Keep your makeup simple. Just a matte red lip is enough.

2.      Running Errands

a.    Want something that you throw on while running errands on the weekend? You shouldn’t look sloppy while running errands. What if you run into your ex? So always look fly by pairing this Graffiti top with a pair of boyfriend jeans and some white sneakers. They sneakers and the jeans will give you a casual vibe while the top will make you look put together and ready to meet your friends from some shopping or movie date. The Vitasta leather bag is just big enough to carry all your essentials. Vitasta is another well-known Indian designer. It is the best option if you hate carrying stuff in your hands. Leave your hair down into some beachy waves. For accessories, stack on some gold rings. For makeup, just put on some mascara and slap on some tinted lip balm. You’ll be #IWokeUpLikeThis.

3.      Date Night

a.      For a date night, pair the shirt with an elegant pencil skirt. The beautiful colors on the skirt complements the patterns on the shirt. Wear some nude strappy heels with the look. Go for a block heel like the one above so that if you decide to take a walk after the date, you’ll be more comfortable than in a pair of heels. To carry all your essentials, go for this Rara Avis snakeskin clutch. The neutral colors on the clutch will not distract from your outfit while the beadings will add a hint of sparkle to your outfit. Leave your hair down in soft, beachy waves or curl just the ends of your hair. As for makeup, go for a brown smoky eye and peachy lips. For accessories, wear some thin gold bracelets.

Find this Payal Pratap Graffiti top at Ogaan - the online designer store for women in India.

Which was your favorite look from all of the above? How would you describe your style? Leave us a comment.

Latest Indian Fashion Trends for 2017

Every New Year brings with it a new plethora of fashion trends and looks. These are the trends which are decided by fashion designers and picked up by the trendsetters of the nation. We have compiled a list of the latest fashion trends we are seeing for 2017. Incorporate these into your wardrobe and become a fashionista.

1.      Velvet:

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b.      Velvet is everywhere. From dresses to anarkalis, any attire in this fabric is THE fashion trend for 2017. It’s best for the colder months of the year when you want to be warm yet stylish. Whether you want a glamorous traditional Indian outfit for cousin’s wedding or a classy and elegant dress for your office party, you can find an outfit.

2.     Choker necklaces:

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b.      Last year began with people everywhere wearing statement, vintage-looking jewellery and year ended with everyone and their moms reaching for choker necklaces. Well, this year combines both the fashion trends and brings with statement choker necklaces. Be a trendsetter by picking ones like this Divya Chugh one in gold or the Ritika Sachdeva one in silver.

3.     Quirky colors worn together:

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b.      For all my minimalist, wear only black and white friends, challenge yourself and get on the color bandwagon as your new year resolution. You can take inspiration from these Indian fashion designer outfits and try blue and red together. Or blue with a bright lime green color. These combinations will ensure that your look is more eye-catching and less over the top. With these you’ll easily be able to be the center of attention anywhere you go.

4.     Graphic Sweatshirts:

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b.      This has been an Indian fashion trend for a few seasons now. Nothing spells cool girl like a graphic tee or sweatshirt. It is one of the easiest pieces of clothing to style. Just pair it with a pair of boyfriend jeans or skinny jeans or skater skirt, and you are good to go. This is the best option for the days you are lazy or late and want something that you can just throw on and yet, look put together.

5.     Off-shoulder everything:

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b.      From not so traditional Indian lehenga tops to quirky tunics, you can now find literally everything off-shoulder. This style can take boring everyday clothing pieces to the next level. It shows the perfect amount of skin while being very modest. Get yourself one of these and up your glam quotient.

Which of these Indian fashion trends did you already know about? Leave us a comment.

Indian Fashion Inspiration: Sonam Kapoor

Sonam Kapoor is undoubtedly the reigning queen of the Indian fashion scene. Everything she dons is a fashion statement. We scoured the net and found some pieces with which you too can look like the coveted fashionista. Find some inspiration from Sonam for your best friend’s wedding or your family’s Holi party.

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a.      This is Sonam decked out for Bipasha’s wedding. She tricked the eye by draping the saree in such a way to make it seem that the blouse was adorned with ruffles. stole hearts in this unique saree look that she wore for Bipasha’s wedding. You too can achieve the look by draping your saree in a similar style over a strapless blouse like this one by Indian fashion designer, Payal Singhal. Pair this gorgeous net and silk saree with some wavy, beachy hair and natural makeup. This outfit is perfect for attending that beach destination wedding.

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a.      Attending a wedding soon? Don’t have an Indian outfit to wear? Create a traditional look like throwing together a fashion designer boxy crop top, Bodice midi skirt and Vrisa dupatta. Keep in mind to the pieces in the same or complementary color palette. To make it look more festive, take a cue from Sonam Kapoor and incorporate metallic details into your outfit. Be it the bold, golden border on the dupatta or the metallic sheen on the skirt.

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a.      Attending weddings in the winter are a pain in the ass. Try something unexpected like Sonam Kapoor and layer an IKAI trench coat over your saree. It will keep your warm and make you stand out in a crowd of sarees and lehengas. We can always trust Sonam and her stylist to create such avant-garde and unique outfits.

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a.      Here Sonam upgraded a simple, regular saree to the next level by changing up the draping style of the pallu. Follow in her footsteps and go for a front drape of the pallu. Since this Indian designer saree by Anavila itself is so plain, accessorize like Sonam with some statement silver necklace. For makeup, go for some statement matte red lip and put your hair up in a bun.

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a.      This was how Sonam Kapoor celebrated her Diwali. Doesn’t she look like an Indian princess? To bring out the aristocratic vibe of the outfit, she draped her dupatta over her shoulder in the style of a cape. Try a similar look with this Payal Singhal lehenga and a diaphanous dupatta and look like royalty yourself.

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a.      Sonam is well-loved for going all out with her styling choices but if we know Sonam at all, her forte is actually surprising everyone. Here she proves that sometimes less is definitely more. She displays her girlish charms in this peachy-pink Anarkali. To get this girl-next-door look, wear a similar Indian fashion designer Anarkali by Debyani and pair it with some matte red lips and pretty chandbalis. And you’ll be all set for the mehendi ceremony of your best friend.

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a.      Sometimes when you need to go all out and get all glammed up, here is a perfect outfit it. Sonam wears a heavily embellished golden blouse and lehenga in a simple color palette to keep the look balanced. Wear a similar gold lehenga by Shyam Narayan Prasad and style it with some matha-patti, golden eyeliner and pink lips.

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a.      Sonam goes for an ethereal look in a pretty white-and-pink saree and gajra in her hair. We found an Indian fashion designer saree by Rashmi Verma in a similar color palette but the interesting detail about this saree is that it is a fusion saree dress. It comes with all the grace of draping a regular saree with all the ease of throwing on a dress. You are sure to be a trendsetter in this saree-dress.

Which one was your favourite looks by Sonam Kapoor? Where do you usually like to shop for Indian fashion designer sarees online? Leave us a comment below.

Top 6 Outfit for Lohri Night

Lohri is an another chance for the fashionistas to break out their lehengas, sarees and shararas and dance the night away around the bonfire. We have put together 6 super-chic Lohri outfits from traditional to modern to fusion. Just pick one that fits your style and get dolled up.

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 a.      If you are looking for something that perfectly balances both your traditional and modern sensibilities, whip out this Indian designer fusion saree dress. It blends the elegance and grace of a saree with the ease of throwing on a dress. Get ready to dazzle your in-laws. Wear some statement chandelier earring, cuff and a pair of strappy heels to complete the look.

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a.      Dance around the bonfire in a gorgeous Sharara set. Shararas sets the perfect traditional attire to be comfortable while being stylish. The gold embroidery will sparkle and glitter with your every twist and turn. Pair it with some juttis, gold jhumkas and thin bangles. Put your hair up and throw on a red lip.

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a.      Don’t want to give up the ease of wearing comfy designer clothes like trousers? Try a crop top-pants set with dupatta. Like the fusion saree dress, this also blends the elegance of traditional attire with comfort of wearing pants. This look is also perfect for the minimalists out there. Pair with a velvet choker, some sky high heels and a vampy red lip. You are sure to be the center of attention at the soiree.

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a.      If you hold traditions close to your heart, then this is the Lohri outfit for you. Instead of going with bold colors, try a set in soft, light pastel colors which balances out the heavy fabric of the outfit. Pair it with some silver embroidered juttis, tiny pearl Indian designer chandbalis and a statement ring. Keep the makeup simple. Just go with a wine-stained lip.

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a.      Go bold and big with this Lehenga set from Payal Singhal, the maker of beautiful Indian designer clothes. Although the color palette is muted and understated, the beautiful, intricate embroidery on the Lehenga and silver-scalloped edges keep the outfit from being boring. The tiny pearls embroidered in the choli take this to the next level. Wear some simple studs and heels, and you are good to go.

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a.      Want to go experimental this Lohri? Try this dhoti-choli set. The minimalistic color scheme of the ensures that all the attention is on the interesting silhouette of your outfit. This outfit surely is a conversation starter. To complete the look, go for some statement rings and heels.

What is your go-to Lohri outfit? Where do you usually buy Indian designer clothes online in India? Leave us a comment below.

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?