Tag: Fashion

Pictures: How cute can Alia Bhatt be?

There’s no doubt that we all love Alia Bhatt, not just for her acting skills but for her style as well. Miss Bhatt is certainly a whiff of fresh air in B’town with her charming personality. Spotted recently at the launch of Colors’ latest channel ‘Colors Infinity’, the Highway star grabbed eyeballs at the event. ‘Colors Infinity’ will showcase a variety of international shows and will go on air by the end of July this year. What’s more, Alia Bhatt along with director Karan Johar have co-curated a line-up of shows for this new entrant on the telly and have shared their excitement to be a part of this game-changing channel.

The actress, as always, looked adorable in a dachshund print dress by designer Ami Patel and cobalt blue ankle strap stilettos from Dune. She finished of her look by keeping it minimal and simple with soft curls, slightly winged eyeliner and pearl stud earrings.

Take a look at the pictures from the event.

July 8, 2015
Things you need to get through monsoon in style

While most people look forward to the rainy season, the anticipation and excitement gets over after the first couple of days. Like every season, monsoon comes with its own negatives and positives. The rain washes away heat and provides the much needed relief but it leaves everyone feeling sticky and moist. Here are a few tips for monsoon that will ensure you get through the season looking and feeling effortlessly stylish.

1) Clothes

Just like summer and winter, we need to change the way we dress during monsoon. Opt for clothes that are made of lighter fabrics like blended cotton and polyester. These fabrics dry up faster if you get soaked in rainwater and don’t crush very easily. Refrain from layering too much to feel light and easy when the weather gets sticky.

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2) Hair

Monsoon is almost synonymous with frizzy hair. If your hair doesn’t curl up like instant noodles in the humidity, believe us you’re one of the few lucky people out there. For all the others, avoid using hair sprays, lacquers, gel and other hair products as they stick to the scalp and form a layer of product buildup that is very difficult to get rid of. Tie your hair in a top knot, or a sleek ponytail and remember to keep it very simple. If you like to keep them open, spray some dry shampoo on your hair brush before running it through your hair to keep the scalp dry.

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3) Shoes

Needless to say, avoid covered leather and suede shoes/heels during monsoon. Water does permanent damage to this kind of material and you might not be able to wear them ever again. If you really can’t do without them, we suggest wearing light rubber or plastic slippers when you’re outdoors and changing into your preferred shoes later.

If you like to make a statement, invest in a pair of rain boots. They go very well with skirts, dresses and denims.

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4) Makeup

Stay away from foundations during rainy season as it might flow down with the water. Swap that with a compact powder and use a very light moisturiser. Keep your choice of lip and nail colours neutral and use waterproof mascara and eye liner.

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5) Bags

Just like your shoes, avoid leather and suede bags. Carry waterproof bags and be sure to keep your mobile phones and important gadgets covered with protective plastic so they don’t get ruined.

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6) Raincoats/ Umbrellas

Carrying an umbrella is a must during monsoon. You may choose a style according to your preference and requirements. If you’re too lazy to carry an umbrella around then opt for a rain coat or a trench coat.

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July 7, 2015
Outfit of the week: Get this look from ASOS

There’s no such thing as bad weather, but there are people wearing the wrong clothes. As monsoon hits the city with its tenacity, it’s time to take out your umbrellas and raincoats to beat the rainy season in style. Keep yourself dry and stylish this monsoon season and let our outfit of the week be your fashion inspiration. Take a look at this ensemble we’ve put together from asos.com and beat the rainy blues in style.

Gum boots or rain boots will now be your best friend and you no longer have to worry about your favourite pair of shoes getting ruined. They are now available in different styles & prints and look great when paired with denims, skirts or dresses. You can also protect yourself from the wrath of sudden showers with a stylish trench coat and an umbrella.

Wearing long skirts and maxi dresses are a big no for the rainy season unless you want to sweep the roads. Opt for a mini/midi skirt or your favourite dress instead and pair them up with the right accessories and voila you are good to go.

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1) Trench coat or a raincoat

2) Umbrella

3) Rain boots or gum boots

4) Mini dress

5) Earrings

6) Rings

7) Sunglasses

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July 7, 2015
Pictures: Jacqueline and Neha Dhupia at the Lonely Planet Travel Awards

Bollywood actresses Jacqueline Fernandez and Neha Dhupia attended the Lonely Planet Travel Awards held in Mumbai recently. We could see some major girl bonding happening at the event as both the actresses were spotted cracking jokes and cheering the winners. The actresses along with other Bollywood actors like Gurmeet Chaudhary, Hiten Tejwani and Pria Kataria Puru felicitated the winners and posed for the shutterbugs. Check out all the pictures from the Lonely Planet Travel Awards.

Jacqueline looked effortlessly chic in a multi-print neon pink suit by Akanksha Gajria. With her hair pinned partially back, the Roy actress finished her look with red lips and red Valentino Rockstud pumps.

Neha Dhupia sported a yellow Payal Khandwala maxi dress with matching heels. She finished her look with a mid parted sleek hairdo and jewellery from Amrapali.

June 23, 2015
Outfit of the week

When you’re looking for style inspiration there is no one better than our very own style diva Sonam Kapoor. The actress was recently spotted at the launch event for a new indoor playing ground for kids called Go Bonkers. At the launch she chose to wear a navy dress with red sleeves along with red pumps and a black Gucci bag. Take a look at this week’s outfit of the week inspired by the actress. You can buy all these products from Koovs.

LBDs can never go wrong and are perfect for any occasion. Pick your favourite LBD and add a hint of colour to your ensemble by wearing a pair of bold red pumps. Add a statement bag and accessories to complete your look.

Here are the links of all the products used in the above picture: dress, heels, bag, earrings, and the watch.

June 23, 2015
10 books you need to add to your reading list this summer

It’s time to soak up some sun, climb on that hammock and dive into your next summer read. From fiction to juicy romance to the good old classics, here is a list of 10 books you need to add to your reading list this summer.

1) GREY- 50 Shades of Grey as Told by Christian by EL James

Well we all have read Anastasia’s side of the story, it’s time to know what Christian had to say, don’t you think? This book will surely keep you up all night glued to its pages.

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2) The Woman I Wanted to Be by Diane Von Furstenberg

A must read for every fashionista, ‘The Woman I Wanted to Be’ is a biography of the designer that tells the story of how she overcame cancer, built a global brand and how every woman can be what they want they to be. This read should be truly inspiring.

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3) Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee

Sequel to Lee’s classic novel ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ written in the 1950’s was assumed to be lost. However recently Go Set a Watchman was discovered and this story is moving, funny and fascinates a new light on Harper Lee’s enduring classic.

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4) Rebels: City of Indira by Kendall & Kylie Jenner

Kendall and Kylie take a shot at fantasy fiction with their debut novel Rebels: City of Indira. This book is about two girls Lex and Livia who live in a levitating city called Indira. Things get interesting when they discover that they have supernatural powers.

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5) Killing Monica by Candace Bushnell

From the author of Sex and the City and The Carrie Diaries, this novel is about a glamourous novelist who must resort to faking the death of a character named Monica, created by her; in order to get her life back.

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6) Danny, the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl

One of the most loved classic novel, Danny, the Champion of the World is a love story of a boy and his father. This novel will surely melt your heart in these hot summery days.

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7) Movie star by Lizzie Pepper by Hilary Liflin

Movie Star is a celebrity-memoir of Lizzie Pepper’s breathless journey of her love gone wrong turning into an ugly celebrity divorce.

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8) How to Be Parisian Wherever You Are: Love, Style & Bad Habits by Anne Berest, Audrey Diwan, Caroline De Maigret & Sophie Mas

A book by four stunning French women, is a fresh and spirited take on what it is like to be a Parisian woman. This read explains the rules of French life, tips on fashion, love and motherhood; is one of the must have books you need to add to your reading list this summer.

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9) I’ll Drink to That: A Life in Style, with a Twist by Betty Halbreich

Eighty six years old Betty Halbreich is the oldest personal shopper and is the original shopper in her own right. I’ll drink to that: A Life in Style, with a Twist is her journey of growing up and becoming a legend.

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10) Love & Miss Communication by Elyssa Friedland

This novel is smart, funny and a sweetly old fashioned love story that will surely sweep you off your feet this summer. Read it to go back into the elegance of olden times and cherish the simplicity and romance.

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June 22, 2015
DIY: Make your own customised phone case at home

Need a new phone case every day and don’t want to shell out a lot of money? Here’s a simple solution. Make your own phone case using these simple craft leftovers from your house. Watch the tutorial and find out.

Things you need: A clear phone case, some glitter, some stickers, Mod Podge and a brush.

Steps:

#1 Pour glitter of different colours on a flat surface and mix it up.

#2 Apply Mod Podge all over the surface of your clear phone case.

#3 Cover the surface of the case with glitter just like it’s done in the picture.

#4 Pat the excess glitter off from the surface of the case.

#5 Let it settle for 15 minutes.

Repeat the above steps once again.

#6 Add stickers if you like

#7 Apply a thin coat of Mod Podge to seal the glitter and the stickers.

Let it dry until the Mod Podge is transparent and you’re done!

June 22, 2015
How to look dapper – get your inspiration from Pitti Uomo 88!

Pitti Uomo, a bi-annual trade show for men held in Florence, Italy concluded today (19^th June 2015). And here’s why it should be important for all the men out there to take a look at what’s making the cut on the streets of Europe!

Pitti Uomo 88:

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June 19, 2015
Tom Ford turned an Apple watch into a pocket watch and it’s fabulous!

Tom Ford recently unveiled his spring 2016 ready-to-wear collection at his Sloane Street boutique in London, where all the models hit the runway in well-tailored suits and sports jackets. Ford has redefined the style quotient for men this year with laying emphasis on three-piece suits and vibrant colours. Not just the clothes, Tom Ford also made sure he accessorised men well. The one detail that stood out from the rest was the collection including a revamped version of the popular Apple watch. The watch was attached to a chain to create a pocket watch revitalising the classic form and making it more fashionable.

For those who thought that pocket watches were out of style, take a look at how Tom Ford has brought the 80’s style back with this modern accessory.

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June 16, 2015
Outfit of the week: Get your denims out with the latest denim on denim trend!

You can’t really go wrong with double denim, unless you are Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake from back in the day. Denim on denim is a trend that has been around for ages and is having a major moment right now. It can be quite tricky to pull off a double denim look but colour coordinating two pieces can look unexpectedly cool. Slim, cropped or ripped, pick your favourite pair of denims and pair it with a similar shade of denim shirt or go for the tried-and-true chambray with a dark pair of denims. Keep the look simple and casual by opting for minimal accessories and a statement bag. Complete the entire look by adding a pair of sporty sneakers to your look. Get this refreshing outfit of the week inspiration from Kendall Jenner.

June 15, 2015
Pictures: Jacqueline Fernandez shows the right way to wear pastels this season

This summer is all about pale hues that toe the line between ladylike and edgy. Giving you the best style inspiration for the season’s hottest trend is our very own Jacqueline Fernandez. The actress was recently spotted wearing a front zipper Elizabeth and James crop top in pastel lilac and paired it with a printed Alberta Ferretti skirt at her upcoming movie Brothers’ trailer launch in Mumbai. Her stylist Shehla Khan kept the look minimum with simple accessories from Curio Cottage and Louboutin pumps. Makeup artist Rosario Belmonte kept her makeup fresh and dewy and we absolutely loved her look.

June 12, 2015
DIY: Add an edgy pocket to your plain white tee in these simple steps

Bored of wearing your plain white T-shirt? Don’t throw it away just yet! Here’s a way to change the look of your T-shirt. Follow these simple steps and add an edgy pocket detail to your summer look. Here’s how.

Things you need: Craft paper, a pencil, a pair of scissors, a ruler, fabric glue, leftover fabric that you’d like to use as the pocket and of course your old white tee.

Step 1: Draw a pocket like shape on a craft paper and cut it out.

Step 2: Using the cut out of the craft paper as a stencil, cut out the fabric whilst leaving some extra fabric on the sides.

Step 3: Fold and paste the edges using the fabric glue.

Step 4: Pick the side of the T-shirt you’d like your pocket on and use glue to stick it on.

Step 5: Press it gently, let it dry and you’re done!

June 10, 2015
Find out what your favourite pair of shoes is really called!

Marilyn Monroe once said, “Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world” and we definitely understand why. Shoes can redefine any outfit and completely change the way one looks. Heels, especially, can give a lot of confidence to women who feel that their ensemble looks drab otherwise. If you are a novice in the world of heels then start with the wedge or cone heel so you are accustomed with the posture your body needs while walking in heels. Once you’ve aced the art of walking in those move on to the more pointy ones like stilettos or the lobster claw. Don’t understand what we are talking about? Here are all the types of heels explained in one picture. Take a look.

June 9, 2015
More outfit inspiration: Office lookbook by Mimi Ikonn

Studies suggest that women spend almost one year of their life on deciding what clothes to wear and why shouldn’t they? A flattering outfit enhances one’s personality and gives them the confidence to face every challenge in style. However, if you have the slightest doubt about your sense of dressing and feel that sometimes you need that early morning clothing inspiration before you head out to work, here’s help. Fashion blogger & YouTuber Mimi Ikonn has just the right professional ensembles for you to mix and match from your cupboard and step out with grace. Watch the video, bring your pants, skirt, blazer & shirts out, add a little bit of confidence and stand above all with zeal.

June 9, 2015
Outfit of the week

Keep your look fresh and simple this summer by pairing a solid coloured skater dress with a pair of heels, wedges or sneakers. Skater dresses make an essential part of your wardrobe and they will never go out of style. If solid colours are not your preference then try skater dresses in neon shades, floral prints or striped patterns. Skater dresses are simple, stylish and suit a multiple number of occasions, be it a brunch with your girlfriends or an evening coffee date. Don’t forget to finish your look with a statement neckpiece, wrist accessories, a bag and sunglasses.

June 8, 2015