I am back with an OOTD 😀 This time its a dress with an illusive hourglass panel..the black on the sides in such dresses give a nice flattering shape to the body and make you look slimmer giving an hourglass figure effect. It can be black, navy blue or any deep color..
As you can see how it is giving that curve to the body..
I have paired it with a statement necklace that steals the show..I love how it changes the whole look and takes it from simple to glam..
And black ankle strap heels..and a silver cuff and a gold and black entwined bracelet.
The Mumbai Bride Diaries: Engagement Jewellery and Shoes
Check out my previous post to see my outfit HERE and the mehendi and manicure,pedicure post HERE.
Today I am talking about jewellery and shoes.. Coming to the jewellery,what all can be worn as a part of jewellery:
1. Set consisting of necklace and earrings: A basic set which complements the outfit..you can go heavy or light depending on your preference..I wanted something light..and a maang tikka can also form a part of the set.
2. Matching Set of Bangles: You can either go for kadas if you do not want to wear whole set of bangles..or a set of bangles..any shop stocking bangles would customise it according to your outfit..you can ofcourse make changes in it as per your liking.
3. Kamar patta or Waist Belt: I wanted to add one..but did not find anything appropriate so skipped it..you can definitely wear it if you find something good..that works well with your outfit too.
4. Latkans : These days the latkans are quite in..ya the same ones which we have in our anarkalis and blouses on the back..we can also wear them on the sides of the waist across the saris or lehengas..you can combine a few different ones and mix and match.
5. Baju Band or Armlet : One can also add baju band on the upper arm..especially if your outfit is sleeveless or has very short sleeves..looks pretty..
6. Payal or Anklets: Kundan payal looks great and would match most of the Indian outfits..you can find so many designs of it these days.
I wore a simple gold set with some silver accents and diamonds in between and blue droppings and only the earrings..skipped the maang tikka as I wanted a light look..one can always add a maang tikka too.
Matching set of bangles to the outfit.
Stiff Kundan Payal..they have this oblong shape..and have a key lock..
Shoes : I chose these Catwalk shoes with gold motifs and pearl and diamonds on the front..same shoes were available in 2 inches more heel but with a broader band at the front..I needed heels coz fiancee is 6’3” :/ And I did buy those, somehow the transaction failed and since it was only one pair left, it was showing Out of Stock then..and later when I checked I guess it was already sold out..though I liked this smaller band more..but heels also were less in these..nonetheless I felt they looked perfect with the outfit..I bought these online from Jabong.
Places to shop for..I knew which is the best place in my area for the jewellery and bangles and so was found it there..so I checked out many shops for the set and did not like it much anywhere or did not find something that would compliment the outfit well..I would suggest first checking out your local famous shops, then online and also compare prices..I liked a few on Homeshop18, Craftsvilla, etc..But checking out and trying personally is what is recommended..
In Mumbai..you can check out Magic Mirror in Matunga and Santacruz, Sia outlets, shops in Bhuleshwar for artificial jewellery..for real gold and diamonds I would recommend going to your trusted family jeweller..I like diamonds from Manubhai Jewellers in Borivali and Ghatkopar…my engagement ring is also from there.
Hope you liked the post..if you still have any doubts or need any help, shoot me an email at bhumika_thakkar@yahoo.co.uk and I would be ready to help..
OOTD: Lace up the Polka & L’oreal Paris BB Cream Winner I am back with another OOTD..I wanted to show you guys this super awesome lace crochet white top..Is’nt this super gorgeous..I just lovee it..
I paired it with black polka dot skorts and my black glitter pumps..and a blue statement necklace..
Though I think this lovely lace top would work with lots of stuff and still look great..
Well I love blazers !! And anything floral ! So yeah, this is a perfect combo..and something I can’t stop adoring..I got this white floral blazer and paired it with a blue tee and basic black denims for the Lakme Fashion Week..
For accessories, I sticked to the pearl bib necklace with small pearl studs..a black/white bracelet and my Aldo watch..
And a tan belt and bag to finish..and of course blue suede strappy heels..
Thanks to the lovely Jyo for clicking the pics 🙂
Blazer: Romwe Tee: Pantaloons Denims: Kraus Belt: wd.cm (Shown HERE) Bag: Shown HERE and HERE Peal Bib Necklace: Wore HERE and HERE Bracelet: Add Ons (Shown HERE) Earrings, Watch: Aldo
By the way, Romwe has sale on makeup and accessories..just 72 hours..As a girl, is it possible to live without makeup & cute accessories? Just fetch these hotties at their cheapest time 😛
I have compiled a few favorites from Sheinside..everything from a cute white/black polka dot dress to a black lace dress to a floral sweetheart neck cute dress..a plaid print ruffle dress..and two items for the autumn/fall..wine red flared leather skirt and a fun owl print long sleeved sweatshirt..
Sheinside Wishlist
Black and white ruffle dress
Black embroidered dress
White dot dress
Sleeveless tank
Long sleeve sweatshirt
Leather skirt
I hope you like it..do let me know your favorites out of these in the comments below..
The Mumbai Bride Diaries: Engagement Outfit & Places to Shop For Bridal Wear in Mumbai
Really sorry for the delay in starting this series..Phew..you can see the amount of stuff I have compiled and much more to come..I promise 😀 I hope you all would like this series..and it turns out helpful for many of you..
So here is my first post..starting with the outfit..I checked out almost 6-7 shops all over Mumbai..the most famous ones..but saw the same blingy stuff all over..I would stop the salesmen at the start when they even tried showing those stuff.. ‘Please bhaiya ye nahi’..the bling was blinding my eyes 😀
Places to check out for Bridal Shopping in Mumbai :
1. Seasons– There is Seasons at Inorbit Mall and at Kemps Corner and a new Seasons+ at Santacruz (W). They have some amazing stuff especially saris…but do not fall for the pictures..those Russian models look super fab in their outfits coz they have a body to kill for 😀
2. Roop Milan, Marine Lines: They specialise in saris..all kinds..fabric Tissue, Satin, Banarasi, Net, Crepe, Cotton, Chiffon, Silk, Georgette and have all kinds of work Ikat, Chikan, Paithani, Tangail, Kashmiri, Chanderi, Maheshwari, Baluchari, Kanjeevaram, Printed, Sequence, Zardozi, Mirror, Embroidery, Kundan, etc
3. Amarsons, Bandra (W): Its a lane before Red Box Cafe..they have quite a good range of designs..and nice lehengas and suits.
4. Kala Niketan, Marine Lines & Juhu: They have a good collection of saris..your silk stuff..from Benarasi to South Silks, cotton, bandhini to the dressier ones..all kinds
5. Pramanik, Dadar (E)– From your lehengas to chaniya cholis, to suits, sarees, anarkalis..printed, silk, zardozi, parsi work, chikan kari, sequin, gotta pattis, you would get all kinds of things here.
6. Queens Emporium, Marine Lines (E) : A good collection..they have pretty good lehengas..and not the usual blingy stuff.
7. Bawree, Malad (W) & Santacruz (W): There are many stores in Malad (W)…there is Shagun and Bawree which are like 2-3 floors huge and have an own building to themselves..you may find good stuff there..I have been there but saw more of bling and was too tired to explore..but ya worth a check.
8. Roop Kala, Vile Parle (W): Mostly has saris but also lehengas and other stuff..good to check out..
9. Kanji Raichand, Bhuleshwar: This place is a must check ! You get all designer’s first copy here ! Coz many designers get their work done from the artisans they have..and so they have exact copies..Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla pieces are always found. But you need a reference there..they do not entertain first time customers.
10. Jamnadas Khatri, Bhuleshwar: Our Gujrati bridal saris called ‘khomba’ or ‘Gharchoda’ and even the white ‘Panetar’ are all bought from only this shop, if in Mumbai !
11. Ratansi Khairaj, Bhuleshwar: Pure gold brocade saris are best found here..its their speciality..raw silk and pure gold work on saris..called ‘selas’. One of my sari which we wear in the morning puja before the wedding called ‘Gruh Shaanti’, is going to be a ‘sela‘ from RK. But, you will have to take an appointment before going. Their sarees start from 10-15K.
12. Chamee & Palak, Vile Parle: They even have a facebook page..you can check out their designs HERE..I really liked their stuff..amazing color combos and designs..lace,floral, motifs, fab work..they even customise outfits according to you..but slightly on the higher side.
13. JADE by Monica & Karishma, Pedder Road: If you have a good enough budget, I would highly recommend Jade..but their starting range is from Rs.90,000- 1,00,000 and goes higher..check out their facebook page HERE
If you looking for designer wear, there are Ritu Kumar and Tarun Tahiliani stores at Bandra, Archana Kohchar and Tarun Tahiliani’s Kimaya Fashions at Juhu, Neeta Lulla at Santacruz (W) and Aza Fashions (multi designer..yes the one you see in Band Bajaa Bride on NDTV Good Times) at Cumbala Hill…and many designer stores at Palladium Mall, Phoenix, Lower Parel.
And finally from where I got my outfit…
14. Aishwarya Design Studio, Irla, Vile Parle : Its right opposite Alfa-3. They had some very good stuff and at affordable rates..finally I saw something different from the regular bling stuff…they even had Sabyasachi sari copies and the 3 piece lehengas with a corset and jacket..I liked one of that but was a little too heavy and I wanted a lighter outfit.
My sari: I am not someone who would spend a bomb on an outfit..especially bridal wear and stuff..which we do not end up wearing much..hardly 2-3 times..and I also did not want a conventional sari or suit for my engagement..something different..I did try a 3 piece jacket,corset, lehenga but was not too comfy in it..finally I found this lehenga sari..it has a lehenga like base and has no pleats..but is worn normally as a sari..the base is shaded blue, green and pink in shimmer fabric..and has gold work panels on it..a thick border having blue Parsi velvet work, gotta pati and a pearl lace and a pink rounded border at the end with gold thread work. The blouse was pink vertical striped brocade..My designer and I decided to add blue net sleeves as I wanted it to be 3/4th..and the border on the sleeves..she also had thought of doing gold sequin small buttas on the sleeves but I skipped it coz I liked it this way. My sari costed me 10K.
I think I covered mostly all..I did try to..you can add in your inputs too..do let me know if I missed out anything..
If you still have any doubts or need any help, shoot me an email to info@newlove-makeup.com and I would be ready to help..I hope you liked my compilation..do let me know in the comments below..
Update:
15. Prakash Sarees, Ghatkopar East: I just came across this store recently..and lovee it..some super amazing sarees and such pretty color combinations…from net to prints to embroidery..gota patti in maximum sarees with rich colors..definitely must visit !
16. Tulsi Sarees, Thane : I have not personally been there yet..but many of my friends have for their sarees from here..we wear a white saree with detailed work along with our gharchoda for the wedding..called ‘Panetar’. And Tulsi Sarees has good panetars..and one friend also bought her reception saree from here..worth a dekko. Its at Shop No 11 , Rutu Business Park, Behind Vrindvan Society Bus Stop, Rutu Park Service Road, Thane West.
Would update you with more places as and when I find them..
Flaunt your style with Lavie’s “Haute Hues” I attended Lavie Bloggers Meet to check out the new Autum Winter 2013 collection last Friday..I loved their new collection..colorful tote bags and clutches..the ipad slings were the hot sellers and were all gone !
Lavie brings to you a set of Head turners in their new Autumn Winter 2013 collection “Haute Hues”. The new collection is geared up to set the mood of all the fashionistas and bag lovers. The collection consists of never seen before bag designs for every occasion. Go sleek, trendy and chic with the new collection which has a varied collection of Slings, handbags, Totes, structured bags and many other designs that will make every woman carrying the Lavie bag a stunner.
Dome Beige Satchel
“Haute Hues” has subtle yet classy and trendy colors. It is inspired by earthy hues like Corals, beiges and browns. It also has a pinch of bright colors to keep the funk going and making every young girls first choice. While space and style comfort are important, most people also want great-looking Bags. Sling bag is the talk of the town, it’s sizzling, trendy. Carry these stylish slings to a party or a casual day/night outing as it doubles your style.
Blue Tote
The latest collection also brings you the elegant structured bags, something that you can’t resist. The design is international and classy these can be a part of your office bags collection. Tote bags are something that you need at a day out, or a beach it’s a must have to build up your style statement and is in vogue.
Beige Tote
Fuchsia Shanghai Shopper
And me with one of the bags from the collection..
And with the bag I bought..you like it ? A basic everyday tan bag for work..which fits everything well 🙂
Lavie- A Fashion Lifestyle Brand:
Lavie was launched in 2010, a fashion lifestyle brand. It embodies the free and bold spirit of the new age young Indian woman who values her individuality. Lavie accentuates the spirit of Me. Myself and I.
Lavie has a diverse collection of handbags that compliment every mood of a woman, ranging from satchels, totes, shoulder bags, hobos to box bags, Slings, clutches, leather bags, laptop bags & more.
As a brand Lavie has always had an eye to detail wherein a lot of emphasis goes into buckle detailing, lining, logo, the inside feel of the bag so as to ensure a unique piece of style is created with every handbag. A dedicated design team studies fashion trends from across the world and thereon culminates these into a new range of hand bags every fortnight.
In 2 years Lavie has received an immense response and is available at exclusive Lavie stores in high streets and malls of major cities. The brand is also available in two tier and three tier cities through Bagzone stores, Debenhams, Shoppers Stop, Lifestyle, Central and other leading handbag retail chains across India.
OOTD: Go The Peplum Way I love the peplum trend..it not only hides the paunch 😀 But also gives that girly cute look, does’nt it ? Well, I have this super cute multi color lace peplum top..Lace + Floral + Peplum = Instant love <3 And this super cute hot pink peplum skirt..
Since I combined these both together, I tucked the top in as I wanted the skirt to be in the focus..I have paired the top with other bottoms too and it looks damn good..I soo love it 😀
Went the neon way with the accessories and shoes..neon pink necklace, neon green hand cuff and a multi neon braid bracelet..shoes are neon pink wedges..these are sooo super comfy and light weight, I feel I am not wearing any shoes at all..these are 4 inches and I do not feel anything at all..I can even dance around in these !
Please excuse my mehendi peeping through :p
All three are from donebynone.com…and I am soo loving them..I had super fun in this outfit..and clicked some crazy shots as you can see :p
Top: Donebynone
Skirt: Donebynone
Wedges: Donebynone
Necklace: Shown HERE
Neon cuff: Shown HERE
Bracelet: Shown HERE
On lips: Avon Totally Kissable Lipstick Loving Lilac
I hope you liked the look..do let me know in the comments below 🙂
When ethnic meets contemporary, it always offers a beautiful integration of two diverse worlds. This blend has much more to offer if we take a decent look at trends in indo-western wear in apparel industry. Quite a buzzword that has become, this trend is being ardently admired by fashion lovers globally.
The quintessential Indo-Western fusion carries many faces and offers a distinctive style to most of the traditional outfits. Whether it is about donning a traditional indian kurtis with a skirt or styling Indian saree with a contemporary twist, this synchronization resonates well with people who love to unleash their creativity and experiment with different styles.
Indian designers follow indo-western trends to a great extent and make beautiful outfits to suit different occasions. They have transformed the traditional outfits such as salwar kameez , saree and lehenga and re-invented them with most flattering styles. Their creativity in mixing up traditional and contemporary has coined innovative styles that can easily be fallen in love with.
Being inspired by many such styles, Indian women are not left behind in making fashion statement. They easily carry salwaar with a chic- looking top, pair a kurti with denim, drape saree in the most contemporary style that almost looks like a sophisticated evening dress or don an unusual yet classic combination of blouse and dhoti together. Among many of these inimitable ensembles, Indo western gown too is making highlights by being one of the most preferred dresses for varied festive occasions. This full-length western gown can be embellished with Indian motif, embroidery patterns and fabrics and is ready to demand much needed attention from women across the globe.
Well, there seems to be no end to these indo-western creative combinations, as long as one has a knack of experimenting with bold looking styles; and ready to explore much more from the fashion secrets.
OOTD: Zara Printed Pants Remember my haul HERE where I mentioned I got printed pants from Zara..sorry the OOTD took long..I wore this to the Toni & Guy India launch event..
I paired this turquoise blue and peachy orange printed Zara pants with a peach blouse from Zovi and a tan bag..orange and gold statement necklace and a gold cuff..and blue suede ankle strap pumps..though the strap is not much visible with the pants..I still liked how they looked..and I actually could not find anything else that would have matched well :p
Top: Zovi (Also worn HERE)
Pants: Zara
Necklace: Shown HERE
Shoes: Milanoo
Bag: Shown HERE and HERE
Gold Cuff: Romwe
On lips: MAC Speaklouder
I hope you liked the look..do let me know in the comments below 🙂
