Tag: Fashion

Outfit of the week

Need inspiration for your outfit this weekend? We’ve found this street style look at www.nymag.com which is perfect for both day and night time. It’s good for dressing up or dressing down AND you can get this entire look at KOOVS!

We absolutely love this look and put together this Koovs version of it for ya’ll. The knot at the bottom of the maxi is a catchy detail that can be done to most of your maxis or long skirts. Pair your maxi with a statement belt and a tote. Accessories always add that little finishing touch to all your outfits so you may add bangles, chunky bracelets and sunglasses to it. If you’re not a fan of high heels then wear these cool flats instead. Have a great weekend!

All products are available at www.koovs.com

All pictures have been sourced from www.koovs.com

February 19, 2015
Preview: Designer Annamika Khanna’s collection at Ensemble

Designer Annamika Khanna’s preview at Ensemble defines an exquisite paradigm in the world of Fashion!

Visit the multi-designer fashion store ‘Ensemble’ located at the DLF Emporio mall, New Delhi to catch its first ever preview of celebrated designer Annamika Khanna’s collection. Known for her exceptional blend of Indian crafts with a modern twist, this Kolkata-based designer recently unveiled her new collection that’s impeccably designed with various techniques & foolproof craftsmanship. Take a look.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVFnRT_l7Jc

Incorporating a palette of various shades in her traditional style, the collection comprises ivories and blacks with deep reds, pastel pink and fresh floral prints to get that ethereal look.

Where: Ensemble, DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi

For more information log on to – www.ensembleindia.com

February 19, 2015
DIY: Water marble nail art

Add a new twist to your nail art with this simple DIY tutorial. Just use these simple products available at home and give yourself a manicure that looks as good as one done by a professional.

Things you need: A black nail paint, a white nail paint and base coat; a set of toothpicks, one empty cup, water and nail paint remover.

Step 1: Start with applying the base coat to your nails and let it dry. After it has dried, apply the black nail paint to your nails and wait until that is dry too.

Step 2: Fill half the empty cup with water and carefully pour one drop of the white nail paint in it. Make sure that water is at room temperature as this helps the nail paint spread evenly.

Step 3: Using a toothpick, draw a textured design on the nail paint and water mix in the cup just like it’s done in picture 5.

Step 4: Once you get the right texture, dip your finger in the cup for approximately 15 seconds until that design is replicated on to your nail. While the finger is still immersed, with the help of a toothpick wipe off the excess nail color to avoid it from sticking on to your skin as shown in the picture.

Step 5: Take out your finger from the cup and let the nail art dry completely. Once again, remove any excess nail paint with the help of some cotton and nail paint remover. Finish your look with a topcoat.

Easy, isn’t it? If you don’t have black or white nail paints, feel free to experiment with different colours. We suggest using shades of neon to create a chic summer look.

February 6, 2015
DIY: Spike up your old jumper – Men’s fashion

Give your jumper that high-street ‘studded’ look with this simple DIY hack that will not only spike up your old piece of clothing but also give you something new to strut, without burning a hole in your pocket! Take a look.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07Zx8x4uzMc

Step1: Raid your wardrobe and look for that perfect old jumper which you are most definitely never going to wear. (You can also try this technique with a new one if you like)

Step2: Getting these spikes. They come in different colors, sizes and styles. Sourcing them isn’t very difficult either, as they are very commonly available in the market and don’t really cost a lot.

Step3: Take your jumper and mark the points where you’d like to place the studs as per your will; I am going to place them on the shoulder top and the front side of the arm hole in this L-like shape.

Step4: Place the studs on the marked points and start inserting the lower screw from the inside very carefully and tighten them up. Voila! You’re done.

The best part about these spikes is that they work exactly like a screw therefore they’re easy to lock. You don’t need any sewing or gluing. Add more studs at different spots on your jumper if you like and give yourself a new look this season without spending money in a new spiked up sweater!

February 6, 2015
DIY: Curl your hair with a straightener

If you want to curl your hair and cannot afford to buy a curling iron at the moment, here’s an easy solution. Fashion and makeup blogger Camila Coelho knows just the right trick to get the perfect loose curls using a straightener. Take a look at this tutorial and get ready to flaunt those curls.

February 6, 2015
DIY: Convert your old denim shirt into a new Ombre one!

Planning to discard your old denim shirt? We are just going to give you reasons to change your mind with this simple DIY hack. Watch as we show you how to revamp your old wardrobe staple and give it a whole new look.

Things you need: An old denim shirt, a bucket, fabric bleach, vinegar, a plastic bag, gloves (so your hands are safe), an elastic band and water.

Step 1: Take the bucket and put two parts water and one part bleach depending on the size of your bucket and mix it well. Make sure that you have your gloves on while you do this.

Step 2: Fold your shirt and cover the upper half of the shirt with the plastic bag and secure it with the elastic band. Make it tight because you don’t want the mixture seeping in through the band to the upper half of the shirt.

Step3: It’s time to dip the lower half of your shirt into the bucket. Make sure that the shirt is properly immersed till the band into the mixture. Let the bleach do its magic for about an hour and ensure that you check the shirt for the color loss once in 45 minutes.

Step4: Now take the shirt out and rinse it thoroughly with water so all the bleach is washed out.

Step5: To make sure that the color stays and the bleach is no longer effective, take another bucket and put two parts water and one part vinegar and put the faded part into the solution.

Step6: Let it stay for ten or fifteen minutes and voila!

Wash your shirt properly and you have a brand new shirt to strut this weekend!

January 28, 2015
Androgyny in fashion: A trend that’s here to stay!

Out of the box dressing for women is rocking the fashion circuit as many women out there are exploring the men’s section of the stores. Breaking away from the usual, this trend is here to stay and how! Take a look!

A slouchy ensemble could make for a man’s everyday wardrobe. But with changing times, the word ‘Unisex’ has taken the front seat.

From Oxfords, Brogues and cap-toes to Neckties, Bows, Tailored blazers, gingham shirts and not-so-fitted trousers. This trend could be seen as the revival of the fashion statements made in the past particularly Sports-luxe and minimalism.

Androgynous clothing does give women’s dressing a new makeover in the form of a pronounced masculine statement.

Talking about statements, various celebrities have also joined the bandwagon in the past donning attire inspired by a man’s closet. Emma Watson, Angelina Jolie, Gwyneth Paltrow, Halle Berry and Ellen DeGeneres to name a few have grabbed eye balls over the years by blissfully blending androgyny and fashion.

Images sourced from the following websites:

3bp.blogspot.com, alltheprettybirds.com, farm6.staticflickr.com, fashion156.com, fashionbombdaily.com, oxfam.org.uk, popsugar.assets.com, starpulse.com, staticsquarespace.com, stylefluidtrendz,blogspot.com, styloko.com, thefashionspot.com, twofortheshowblog.com

January 21, 2015
3 trends your winter wardrobe needs right now!

The cold weather should not stop you from experimenting with your looks this winter. Fashion blogger Mimi Ikonn gets you the perfect ensembles to prep your winter style using things that you might already have in the depths of your closet. Here’s how to go about it.

January 20, 2015
3 face primers in the Indian market that you must try!

The new essential in your makeup kit is a face primer. For those of you who are not aware of the importance of a primer, it’s the new step that is followed by the age-old regime of CTM (Cleansing, Toning and Moisturizing). Not only does a primer hold your makeup for a long time, it preps your skin for absorbing makeup, minimises pores and fine lines and acts as a protective layer between your skin and your foundation. Here are three face primers in India that you must try.

If you need to learn how to apply a face primer, here’s our favourite (very simple and easy) Youtube tutorial by BlushBeautyTutor;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrUiHLQM478

#1 L’oreal Paris Base Magique Transforming Smoothing Primer

Recommended for oily skin, the ‘L’oreal Paris Base Magique Transforming Smoothing Primer’ has a mattifying effect. It takes away any signs of oiliness, fine lines and pores like magic. It has a slightly rosy shade that covers imperfections and gives a perfect base for your foundation coverage

You can order this product at www.nykaa.com by following this link: http://goo.gl/KtdTzY

#2 Benefit The Porefessional

Benefit Cosmetics’ ‘The Porefessional’ is best suited for women with large pores. This oil-free primer with Vitamin E extracts minimises the appearance of pores and leaves the skin feeling silky and smooth. It also holds your makeup together for a very long time.

Benefit The Porefessional is one of the good face primers in India available at Sephora stores. If you are lazy to go to a story you can also get it online on www.eBay.in by following this link http://goo.gl/9byvmK

#3 Revlon PhotoReady Perfecting Primer

Revlon Photoready Perfecting Primer is a light-weight product, good for everyday use. For people with acne-prone skin this primer’s creamy tint covers blotchiness and redness perfectly. It also controls oil and refines skin texture. You need to allow two-three minutes for this product to settle into the skin and it’ll keep your makeup on perfectly for around six hours (on a greasy summer day).

Also available at www.nykaa.com – http://goo.gl/nuPjVu

If you would like us to try out any other products, please do write about it in the comments section below and we will be happy to write about it!

All pictures sourced from the respective brand’s websites.

January 16, 2015
All you need to know about Pitti Uomo – MensFashion

This goes out to all the fashionable men out there! Here’s something that you could definitely take inspiration from.

Pitti Uomo, a bi-annual tradeshow held in Florence, Italy, witnesses an assemblage of uber-fashionable men every year. From retailers and buyers to even editors, the who’s who of the fashion industry is present at the event. It brings several brands, established and new, together under one roof to display a full season’s collection.

Since its first edition in 1972, Pitti Uomo has been one of the most important platforms for clothing and accessories for men. The most intriguing part of the event is the extremely stylish street-wear donned by the attendees waiting to be captured by the shutterbugs. Here are a few looks for the season that aren’t just breath-taking but inspiring at the same time! Take a look at the highlights from this year’s iteration of Pitti Uomo which started on 13^th January and concludes today.

Image Source: All images sourced from www.pittimmagine.com

January 16, 2015
5 ways men can sport the scarf this winter!

There’s no better winter accessory for men than a scarf or muffler nattily thrown about the neck. Tying them the right way can sometimes be all you need to get that perfect dapper look. Watch this video to check out different and stylish ways to sport the scarf this season.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=116RDEEqtRQ

You can also take a look here:

1. Basic Drape

2. Over the head

3. Over the knot

4. Parisian knot

5. Cowl knot

January 13, 2015
Best looks on the Red Carpet at the Golden Globe Awards 2015

The 72nd Golden Globe Awards ceremony wrapped up earlier today at The Beverly Hilton Hotel, California and the event witnessed Hollywood glamour at its best. Here are eight actresses who raised the fashion bar and gave us Red Carpet looks that took our breath away!

Katherine Heigl stole the limelight, looking stunning in this Zac Posen structured gown. This navy blue number teamed with the perfect accessories, mermaid hair and strappy sandals really stood out on the Red Carpet.

Source: usmagazine.com

Breaking away from the usual Red Carpet gowns was Emma Stone donning this Lanvin jumpsuit with a train at the back. A perfect fusion of chic and sporty, the embellished top with minimal accessories and magenta lips made for a refreshing change.

Source: usmagazine.com

Doing sultry the right way was Kate Hudson in this cut-out Atelier Versace gown looking jaw-droppingly gorgeous. Offsetting the sensual outfit, just the right way, was her subtly-done hair and midi-earrings.

Source: eonline.com

Golden Globe winner and nominee Jessica Chastain looked super edgy in her metallic look. She dazzled her way through the Red Carpet in this pleated Atelier Versace gown with red wavy hair, smokey eyes and nude lips, breezing into our best-dressed list.

Source: usmagazine.com

Making the perfect sensual statement year-after-year is the Latina beauty Jennifer Lopez. Spotted wearing a Zuhair Murad silver sheer caftan gown with a plunging neckline and exaggerated thigh-high slits, J Lo outdid her own, very high standards of Red Carpet dressing.

Source: nydailynews.com

Another Zuhair Murad number styled to perfection was spotted on Chrissy Teigen who arrived at the event with her husband John Legend. Her blush pink beaded gown was teamed with a messy ponytail, a silver clutch and minimal jewellery.

Source: usmagazine.com

Actress Leslie Mann looked radiant in a fitted sunshine yellow, strapless Kaufmanfranco gown. She paired the bright yellow with a jewel green Ferragamo clutch along with drop earrings.

Source: usmagazine.com

‘Orange Is the New Black’ star Taylor Schilling chose a red Ralph Lauren halter gown. Sporting a keyhole in the front with a neatly-tied bun and red lips, the actress looked completely phenomenal.

Source: zap2it.com

January 12, 2015
The perfect dark lips tutorial by Michelle Phan

Oxblood is the new neutral and we can’t get enough of it. The hottest colour trend of the season is here to stay and how. While incorporating the colour into your ensemble is fairly easy, including it in your makeup regime is slightly tricky. Take a look at this video by Youtuber Michelle Phan and learn how to pick your shade of oxblood and get the perfect dark lips.

January 8, 2015
DIY – Convert your Neck Tie into a Bow Tie in less than 2 minutes

Learn how to convert your traditional neck tie into a bow tie with these simple steps.

Step1. Place your tie on a flat surface. Take the thicker end and work your way around to the other side depending on the desired length of the bow.

Step2. Pinch the upper panel as shown in the picture.

Step3. Now take the thinner end crossing over the dimple to the other side and then do it again twice to form a ‘zee’.

Step4. You will see the left side has three folds and the right one has two.

Step5. Take the thinner panel from mid-way.

Step6. Turn it over in a vertical fashion as shown in the picture.

Step7. Take it towards the backside to form a knot and adjust. You can now see the bow taking its shape.

Step8. Take the same panel and make a loop and fix it into the knot at the back like this.

And there you go! You just converted your boring old tie into a fancy bow tie.

December 9, 2014
Pamper yourself with Bio Sculpture in the lap of luxury at The Imperial Salon

The Imperial Salon and Bio Sculpture organised a ‘Wine and Nails’ evening for select bloggers from across Delhi. The extensive range of toluene free, DBP and formaldehyde Bio Sculpture nail polishes at The Imperial Salon strengthen and protect the nails and last up to three weeks. Find out all about the extravaganza here.

The Imperial Salon celebrated the launch of Bio Sculpture nail care at The Imperial Hotel, New Delhi and the event was an extravagant affair. The celebration was complete with pampering, wine and delicious canapes complimenting the event perfectly.

Bio Sculpture’s gel range offers up to 200 gel colours with matching nail polishes designed for different types of nail beds. They are smudge proof, don’t chip and last for almost three weeks without any signs of fading. The event provided free manicures, pedicures and nail art to the attendees so they could try the product and we absolutely loved it!

December 4, 2014