Wedding Wear Trendpick from Diwali

It's been over a week now, but I'm still not over the festival of sparkle, fairy lights and fashion. Diwali left us with some cool trends we could now use to stand out during the wedding season.

Trend #1: Blue and White + Silver

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We've seen it on toile de jouy fabric, and willow patterned and wedgewood china crockery. And don't we just love the striking contrast between the two colors? This wedding season, add in chunky silver jewellery from your granny's closet and go desi chic with the blue and white trend.

Style tip- With the shade of blue, don't stick to the standard ;)

Trend #2: Spicy Red

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Red is bold. Red is beautiful. Whatever you wear for your yaar ki shaadi, don't forget to glam up with a dash of red!

Style tip- The norm is to paint your lips bold, but try on the color on accessories for a change. ;) 

Trend #3: Simmer in Shimmer

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Diwali has always been the festival of all things sparkly and blingy. Big fat Indian weddings are not far behind, and to add to it the current season. It's the perfect time to go get your shimmery clothes, shoes and accessories out from the closet. 

Style tip- Don't go too loud on shimmer just yet. Combine your colored solids with little shimmery pieces in gold, silver or pastels. :)

Trend #4: Go Royal

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But don't go overboard. Make your look elegant and rich-looking, but definitely not over-the-top. In fact, if you want to do royal right, think minimalistic but classy, with statement pieces. Go in for polkis, kundan or even pearls to really nail it. 

Style tip- Let your jewellery do the talking. Opt for a plain saree with a broad border, a statement ring and earrings, and you're good to go! :)

Trend #5: Ditch the Dupatta

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I'm all in for a no-fuss look, especially at weddings. Here's a little inspiration for a dupatta-less ensemble. 

Style tip- An embroidered shrug/bolero. A shimmery crop top. A lehenga. And that's how you do drop dread gorgeous! ;)

That's all for now. Until next time!

<3

Dee

POTD #11 - Let's go bow!

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Wardrobe MUST-HAVE!!!
Where from? Globus

Until next time!

<3
Dee

POTD # 10 - Ballet Beauty!

Hey all!

 

Here's me picking out another budget buy as my pick of the day- ballet flats bought off the street. I was at the local market to run a few errands when I came across this lovely little pair shouting out to me "buy me!!!"

 

So here's a pic and a quote to go-

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"Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance" ~ Coco Chanel

The guy has tacky footwear on sale BUT he does have a couple of pairs that are really nice and dainty. So what are you waiting for? Go grab a pair!

Where from? Street stall outside Embassy, chembur station (E)
How much? Rs. 120 ONLY!!!

Until next time!

<3
Dee

Shopped till I dropped!

Hello hello!

So Shopper's Stop has a sale on since a while and I finally got a chance to go make some purchase. Honestly, I came back with two bags less than what I would have. Buuut, that's only because I couldn't fit into/ carry some of the outfits too well. Ugh! I'm a pear, and evidently so :l

Getting back to the spree, I have three budget looks, two of which can pass off as work wear (pssst...even though I am wearing stretch denims).

Look 1: La belle dame

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Picture this with coral wedges, a beige envelope and a statement cuff to complete the look.

Look 2: Nerdy chic



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Dark pumps, a statement watch, and ofcourse, thick framed nerdy glasses would complete this look. Oh! And a satchel!

 

Look 3: Comfort queen!

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I'd wan't to turn this look into a slightly androgenous one while it shouts comfort. Think cropped sleeveless denim shrug and flat boots that reach only the ankle. What say, you?

 

And byyy the way, for those who woke up late like me, the sale is still on. Only, tomorrow i.e. Sunday, is the last day. Those of you enjoying a lazy one, why not shop virtually! ;)

 

Until next time!

 

<3

Dee

 

POTD # 9 - Watch out!

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Hello again!

Spotted this beauty at work today!

Where? Indra square, Bangkok, Thailand
How much? Rs. 150 only!!!

Until next time!

<3
Dee

POTD #6 - Casual Fridays Look

Hey all,

Here's what caught my attention on a Casual Friday at work...the classic combination of  checks, denims and Converse! Since I grew up being heavily influenced by my brother, and tomboyish for a long time, naturally, comfort clothing is my all-time favourite! To me, fashion is comfort + glam in an 80:20 ratio. 

What I LOVE about this look is that it's so easy, yet the tartan checks, the matching footwear (and blue denim, to break the monotony!) make it very stylish!

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Try experimenting a little with accessories as well...

With a Neck Piece
If you plan on wearing a basic statement neck piece, make sure to leave the first two buttons open as the collar and the neck piece might look like there's too much happening there. A better way to wear it would be with the collar folded inward.

With a Cuff
Fold up the sleeves to just above the elbow and team it up with a non-blingy cuff.

With a Bracelet
Roll up your sleeve just a couple inches. Charmed bracelets work like a charm, except if you're in a pure, corporate environment, in which case you should stick to delicate pieces as much as possible.

With Earrings
Depending on where you work, choose between hoops and cutesy studs. Avoid danglers or tops.

That's all for now. Until next time!

<3
Dee

POTD #3 - A rosy affair!

There's something about roses...

Something so awefully sweet!

How dainty they look...frozen in sepia,

on your petite feet!

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Until next time!

<3

Dee