You know, I am one of those people who is really glad to live in a city like Mumbai, where the weather is tropical pretty much all year round. I have no problems whatsoever dealing with hot weather, in fact I quite love it. That is partly because I can wear summery dresses any time I want. You can probably tell by now that I am currently obsessing over off-shoulder silhouettes. Here are a few pictures in a blue bardot/off-shoulder maxi dress, which my sweet brother clicked during Rakhi. This dress is probably sold out now but here are a few similar ones. Happy shopping!
One color, many expressions. The power of a red lipstick, the amorous symbol of a red heart, the sanguine shades of blood. And also the color of celebration. The color of Christmas. The color of the promise of a new beginning. A bright and shiny new year.
This Christmas I decided to stop traffic in this red and gold number. I bought this dress for my birthday party last year and hadn’t worn it ever since. What better time to make a statement in gold and red than the holidays, am I right?
Styled it with simple gold accessories. Shot on the streets of Versova on Christmas early morning with my lovely Amrita.
Enjoy the pictures! Hope you had a beautiful Christmas. And oh yes, have a Happy New Year! 🙂
Neha
xoxo
Dress: What’s Up. Gold heels: From a boutique. Earrings: Custom. Hand harness: Koovs.
Hello lovelies! Sorry about being MIA. We’re bringing you something very exciting on the blog very soon so stay put for that!
I have waxed lyrical about my love for culottes on the blog and my instagram before. In fact, I love all kinds of wide legged pants. Culottes are great because they kinda look like midi skirts but they’re sort of shorts that are sort of pants 😀
There are a hundred ways in which they can be styled. Here, I have styled them with a basic white top and added some spark with black and gold accessories. Great for brunch with the girls or a date!
Here are some other ways in which I’d style them:
– With a sparkly top and killer heels for a night out.
– With a slouchy tee and sneakers for a Sunday shopping spree.
– With a crop top, a top knot and bold lips for a statement.
How would you style them? Do share your ideas with me! 🙂
Photography : Amrita Rana
Styling and Makeup : Neha Kapoor
Culottes : Forever 21 | Top : Ginger | Bag: Lil Flea Market
Tea Party Ring : All About Eve | Midi Ring : Forever 21 | Diamond Ring : Tanishq
Necklace : Colaba Causeway | Watch: Patek Philippe
Glasses: Prada | Shoes : Forever 21
Makeup
Eyes: Lakme Eyeconic Kajal, Maybelline Gel Liner and Maybelline Falsies Mascara
While summer staples like whites, floral and pastels hardly ever go out of style because of their sheer utility for the hot months, here’s a look at some off-the-wall and yet very wearable trends that you could try this year and add panache to your summer. So far in 2014, the runway has seen many offbeat styles ranging from sheer panels to sporty chic to slogan wear, however here are 5 hot trends from the runway that could easily be incorporated into our wardrobes.
Culottes: A summer wardrobe should be relaxed, easy and chic. Culottes embody all of those attributes and are a big trend this year. They can look deliciously androgynous and at the same time can be very flattering. You have to find the right length, and usually mid-calf is most flattering.
Emporio Armani CulottesCulottes seen at London Fashion WeekVictoria Beckham SS 14Hermes SS 2014
Fringe: Fringe has forever been associated with bohemian clothing but that is changing as the runway saw sleek and elegant use of fringe. This trend is doable easily as you can wear it not just on clothes but bags, shoes, scarves. The 2014 fringe comes in all different materials and tends to steer towards softness.
Jil Sander SS 2014Anna Sui SS 2014GucciStreet style seen on PinterestMatthew Williamson Golden Fringe Sandals Spring 2014 London Fashion Week
Overalls: Overalls are versatile, trendy and young. Well, I guess farmers really knew their fashion! Wear them dressed down with a crop top underneath, or dressed up with a blazer and heels. I am currently craving for lightweight overalls in white or a pastel shade!
Street style seen at Milan Fashion WeekRag and Bone SS 2014Ralph LaurenStreet style seen on Pinterest
High waisted skirts: So, the crop top trend is not going anywhere and will still be a huge trend this year too, and what is a great way to make crop tops wearable? High waists, of course! A high waisted pencil skirt adds elegance and femininity to an otherwise grungy crop top. You could also wear these skirts with a classic button down shirt. High heels paired with these high waisted pencil skirts will make your legs look never-ending.
Michael Kors Spring 2014Lacoste Spring 2014Street style seen on PinterestWendy’s lookbook
Tea length skirts: Ah, the elegant and feminine full-skirted tea length skirt. I am loving this trend. Makes me think of Grace Kelly. Also known as midi skirts, tea length skirts are all the rage right now in bright shades, floral and graphic prints. These skirts are similar to maxi skirts but are shorter and wider. Wear them with crop tops, tank tops, shirts, peasant tops and delicate jewelry and strappy high heels for a look that spells femininity and romance.
As seen on Style PantryStreet style as found on PinterestKarla’s ClosetAlice + Olivia
There was a time when I wouldn’t think twice about paying an absurd amount of money for a makeup product I liked. That was a stupid time. Makeup has always been my weakness. Hence, it is all the more important for me to be smart about it. It is essential to know which products you can save your pennies on and which products you should shell out more for.
