I got a few more things from FemmeLuxe, do you remember my previous haul? See HERE
The collection is very trendy and apt for curvy girls.
About the collection: From head-turning evening and going out dresses to cute n’ chilled casual day dresses, shop every style from slinky and bodycon, to crepe and bandage. Going out, Everyday Slay, Special Occasion, Date Night, Just Chillin…they have dresses for everything
They also have shoes and accessories like belts, bags, corsets, hair accessories and even some beauty items.
There is a separate trend section where they cover collections as per current trends like ruched, corsets, slogans, snake print, student style, etc.
I picked these 4 things..
1. Peach Frill Sleeve Jumpsuit
I love the colour of this jumpsuit, peach is very fresh and summery. The frill sleeves are also pretty. It doesn’t fit me well and is slightly tight though, especially at the crotch area. I will have to check if it has seams inside.
2. Black Button Up Belted Blazer Dress
This dress is so hot! I love how it curves the body, I wish it was a little longer though. Blazer dresses always look smart and this one is just perfect.
3. Blue Satin Button Up Tie Front Shirt
Satin shirts are a classic, this is my favourite piece because it is so versatile and can be paired with a lot of things from pants, jeans, skirts. I love the bright blue colour, it instantly adds a pop.
4. Button down Denim Dress
This is the cutest denim dress, I wore it with a white crop top inside, again can be paired with a lot of things. Casual cute chic is how I would describe it. Also can wear white sneakers for a more sporty vibe or heels and a fancy top for something more glam.
My favourites are the denim dress and satin shirt. I loved the peach jumpsuit and black blazer dress as well but the size and fit are an issue for me.
They cover all sizes till 12 and some till 14. The quality is pretty good for the price and I will definitely be buying more from Femme Luxe. And I do recommend it.
Accentuate Your Looks with These Stunning Pieces of Jewellery
Jewellery has a special place in the heart of every woman. Whether it’s for a beautiful wedding look or for adding life to an everyday outfit, the right accessory can be a game-changer. It automatically enhances the overall look of any outfit you’re wearing. There are some classic jewellery pieces that every woman should own.
Yet settling on the right piece is no less than a herculean task with so many jewellery variations and design options. Explore and find the pieces you most relate to among an endless selection of women’s jewellery online to pick the best ones and make dressing up more fun. Start with these to get into the vintage yet a contemporary world of
jewellery:
Coast a Spell
Indus Coast Earrings
Celebrate the beautiful mix of traditional finery and modern with this cowrie charm. Known to be the symbol of opulence, this pair of earrings mingles with moonstones to bring success into your life. Steal the spotlight when you pair these contemporary earrings with a striking ethnic outfit. The unique shape of every stone makes these
Indus coast earrings as one of its kind! Style Tip- Pair it with a dusty pink short tunic and sharara pants to look like a diva!
‘Bee’ing Classy
Bee Cufflinks (Set of 2)- Antique Brass
Who said cufflinks are just for men? In today’s contemporary world, women are rocking cufflinks effortlessly. Splurge on hand-picked whimsical cufflinks in exquisite stones and metals, much like the rest of your jewellery collection. Get yourself these irresistible cufflinks shaped like bees that will instantly add an urban allure your look. Style these with a casual shirt to add some drama. For an eccentric touch, you can add the cufflinks to your shirt collar. Other than that you can also gift them to your better half for “Bee”ing classy as ever!
Be an Enchantress
Lemon Slice Charm
If you’re the kind who believes in basking in the glory of your individuality, then you’d want a jewellery piece that is just as distinct as you are. This lemon slice charm is a unique piece that you’ll take pride in. Cast in brass and plated in gold, this can be slipped in a simple chain or a hoop, as both a single piece or in multiple looks. Sporting this unique piece will give expression to your quirky self. Let it set you up for raving compliments.
A Dash of Spice
All Spice Necklace
For a picture-perfect combination of sugar and spice that you are, this unique piece of jewellery is going to be a befitting accessory. With all your favourite Indian spice ingredients combined, this will lend a remarkable touch of elegance to your outfit. Cast in brass and plated in gold, this piece too is unique in style and will help you stand out.
Each charm in the link chain might vary in texture but their size and shape remain same making this an exquisite jewellery piece.
Make heads turn at the next wedding or any occasion by wearing these amazing pieces. While shopping, you can look at the amazing women’s jewellery online from premium lifestyle brands like Nicobar that offer enchanting and captivating pieces. These exquisite jewellery pieces are unique and a must-have in your collection. So, whenever you need some enchanting pieces to reform your look, you know where to shop. So, go on and jazz up your look!
Indian designers have been experimenting to make clothes fuss-free and comfortable and that was one of the highlights of the showing of 2019 spring/summer collection. Many designers showcased clothes where surface texturing was used which add a different look and feel to clothes. There was also a focus on colors as per seasons, fabrics, cuts and embellishments on everyday wear.
Design Trends
If you are bored with the same printed and embroidery trends that have been around, novel design changes are being introduced and they would soon percolate down from the couture to the mass-produced and casual styles. As was evident from what was shown on the ramp, tone on tone shades, and florals on dresses and with high slits as well as drapes that flatter are what would make dresses and clothing different in coming months.
There is a focus on functionality that was evident in what the models were wearing as well. Even though the styles they carried were glamorous and edgy, there is a stress on comfort and being free without too many embellishments or stiff fabrics that weigh down styles.
The Indian fashion scene has also been drawing inspiration from art and museums. This was evident in what was showcased for autumn and winter collections 2019. Inspiring artworks of Dutch artists can be seen reflected on dresses and other clothing forms. Indeed, with the advancement of fabric printing technology, it is akin to magnifying any piece of art and wearing it with all minute details and color impressions intact.
There is a renewed focus on surface texturing along with graphic prints and geometric patterns. These are being made signatures by different designers to separate their works. For instance, many designers are using origami, florals, and geometric patterns besides organza, silk velvets, and taffeta. Many are using design technologies of other cultures. Evident are new patterns such as the Japanese sashiko where hand-cut materials are used along with cutwork layering technique, origami images in three dimensional forms and so forth.
Since casual wear dominates the scene for all seasons, we would be seeing unique combinations such as blazers paired with shorts, puff shoulders in tees, bucket hats as the weather gets colder along with experimental styles like boiler suits and neo gothic styles and patterns.
Colors in Trend
Corals are the new favorites and have been the focus of summer 2019. With the oncoming of winter and autumn trends, there would be a focus on heavier fabrics such as organza and velvet. These fabrics also bring in scope for embroidery. Quilting work is being seen in print but could take on embroidered forms as well in clothing. Lattice technique, ribbon work, embellished meshes as well as leather flowers are new trends being done on clothing to add unique features to everyday wear.
Challenges for Indian Designers
The online world has changed things in many ways for the Indian fashion industry, as it has for entertainment. Just as Indians would log in to play Leo Vegas India jackpot, many international casino portals are making gambling legal and safe for the Indians. There are several portals where Indians can gamble in their own currency. The same works for the fashion industry. Indian designers are competing on a global forum and their designs need to keep up with global trends. At the same time, originality is what makes a region’s fashion unique. Hence, many fashion designers seek out inspirations from across the globe and blend it in ethnic styles of clothing for Indians. However, the need for everyday, casual styles still dominate and that is where designers need to bring in originality in affordable ways.
So if you follow me since few years, you know I am all about stripes and polka dots. I love both, and I can’t choose though mostly I do go for stripes but mostly because there are always better and more options in stripes than polka dots.
But when I saw this co-ord set from Shein, I knew I had to get it! It is all my retro dreams come true.
I love polka dots and co-ords and this set is a deep burgundy with white polka dots. The skirt is flowy and has a huge slit, though I covered it upto a level with a safety pin as the slit ran high! 😀
I paired it with my transparent heels (which I pretty much wear with everything as they work with anything and everything and are super comfortable with a cushion beneath), a simple brown leather Daniel Wellington watch and white big pearl earrings.
I love how this is a 3 piece set and you have the option to wear it with or without the outer frill. It’s just a strapless bandeau like thing. I was definitely more comfortable with the frill and it works one shoulder or off shoulder depending on how you wear it :p
I am not sure if this is still available on Shein, but I have seen this on my Instagram resellers pages too.
Co-ords: Shein Heels: Kendall and Kylie Watch: Daniel Wellington Earrings: Kazo
I am loving co-ords these days and I have shot three set of co-rds in last month alone, including this one 😀 It’s not just a skirt and crop top, it can be a longer maxi skirt or a pant suit or a pant top too.
Co-ords are basically same colour/print/fabric. Made from the same fabric and colour, just two separates which can be either paired together or separately mixed and matched with different things.
But when paired together, they look amazing. I love the fact that they are versatile and you can create different outfits with co-ords but some look good together only.
I got this co-ords set from Lulu & Sky sale recently and it almost looks like a dress. There is not much gap in between the crop top and skirt here, I find Lulu & Sky sizes very varied. It’s a big issue and I always end up returning 1-2 outfits if I buy like 3-4 at a go.
Last time I had a lot of issues in returns and they didn’t process my refund for a month, hence I have stopped shopping from Lulu & Sky for now 😀
Every outfit of theirs has a different size just like SheIn, so there is no set standard that if you are a M in this, you will always be M. For e.g. I fit in some M and some L from Lulu, and some L were super tight and they look S. It’s that varied literally and hence a hit and miss.
This set is L and the skirt is still slightly tight at the waist as you can see 😀 So it’s high waist and hence there is not much gap in between and it looks like a dress.
But I loved the fine floral print and the skirt is very skater-ish which makes the outfit look very pretty. And on sale, I got this set for around Rs.450 which I thought was a fabulous deal, hence went for it. I did doubt the size though and it fit just above right, like a little adjustment wearing it slightly high but won’t fit if I put on a little weight 😀 Such sizing is always tricky.
I kept the shoes flat and comfy, I am happy slides are back into fashion as they are very comfortable to walk around in and look cute as well.
Anyhoo coming back to co-ords, the fabric is thick and comfortable and the off shoulder top has elastic where it ends, so it fits well. It does bunch up a bit on the top because of the elastic at the bottom, so you have to keep on adjusting that. But at least you know it’s secure unlike some flimsy crop tops which could fly up if windy 😀
There are other fun co-ords OOTD’s coming soon 🙂
Co-ords: Lulu & Sky Shoes: Kendall & Kylie Watch: Daniel Wellington On my Lips: Colorbar Kiss Proof Lip Stain Hollywood
Location: Sahara Star Clicked by: Ravishing Focus
I hope you liked the outfit, do let me know your thoughts 🙂
It’s time for ShopBop Sale again, the most awaited sale of the year! You get
20% off orders under $500
25% off orders of $500 or more
and it’s valid on all New Launches and Sale items too! I usually use this sale period to get items already on sale, so it’s like Sale on Sale and you get some fabulous deals!
Promotion Code: STOCKUP18
You have to use the code ‘STOCKUP18’ during checkout and it’s valid on both ShopBop and East Dane. The sale starts today, till Sept 29.
I mostly get all my bags and shoes from ShopBop, I have also started buying clothes since some months, fit is always a guess because the size charts are standard where as fit varies brand to brand and internationally returns are difficult. Hence I stuck to bags and shoes for the longest time, but I am liking the outfits a lot too. I usually size up, so most of them are a little big for me but at least I can alter them a bit and wear them.
I recommend Michael Kors, Steven by Steve Madden, Dolce Vita, Levi’s, Sam Edelman, Kendall & Kylie in bags and shoes.
Free People, BB Dakota, Endless Rose, Stylekeepers, etc. in clothes.
I have already placed my order 🙂 What are you planning to get?
This outfit and look is completely different than my usual style and I had this look in mind since last September. I had planned this outfit and even carried during a shoot last Sept but we couldn’t shoot it at that time. Finally we shot it in April but I didn’t share it then on the blog.
I had this goth look in mind when I was getting these clothing pieces separately and I knew I would pair it together to create this look. I always put together outfits in my head whenever I buy them.
Many people have a gothic style and they carry it with such ease, I always wanted to try a look like this. Gothic style has a lot of black elements usually.
I paired this black lace bralette with black mesh top and a denim skirt. And black suede mules and black lipstick to finish the look. Makeup wise I could either sport black smokey eyes or black lipstick, I chose black lipstick and didn’t want it to look OTT, so kept the eyes basic. I kept my hair scrunched up and messy with a middle partition. I initially went for two space buns but my hair is so soft that nothing stays and it kept slipping. I didn’t have a hair spray around, so just went for a messy, wavy look.
I added a pop element with this bubblegum pink backpack. What do you think of this look? Let me know in the comments below.
This green leaf print has been everywhere on the internet, it’s a perfect summer dress. This banana palm leaf print was first introduced at Dolce & Gabbana and now you see it everywhere.. Zara, TopShop, Shein, For Love & Lemons, Asos and you see it in jumpsuits, maxis, short dresses, pretty much everything. It’s a nice tropical, summer print and the white and green combination looks really good.
I got this maxi from Shein, it comes with a self print tie-up belt.
I paired it with my Cult Gaia Large Bamboo Ark Bag and nude bow shoes. Kept the accessories minimal to big pearl studs from Kazo and my Daniel Wellington watch.
We shot this at Worli Sea Face, with the Bandra Worli Sea Link in the background. Though it was super hot and sunny and we tried to click without over exposing the pictures.
With Shein being in India now, it’s really easy to shop with no customs and easy payment options including COD and Paytm. You can get 20% off using my coupon code ‘bhumika20’ on Shein.in
I hope you liked the outfit, do let me know in the comments below.
