In the spirit of X'mas

Merry Christmas in advance you guys. In the spirit of the season we've got together a few things to match the colour of the season. Take your pick.

Cherry-coloured dress

Dress, Hues, Bandra, Rs 650/-

Emerald green top
Top, Apartment 9, Rs 1,000/-


Striped shrug
Shrug, Cotton On, Bandra, Rs 600/-

Red watch
Watch, Aldo, Rs 2,500


Felted FantasyFelt scrunchie, self-made


X'mas coloured bangles
Thread kada in green, Causeway, Rs. 80/-, leather bangles in red, Bandra. Rs. 300


Red clutch
Clutch, Oberoi Shopping Centre, Rs 1,000/-

Suede belt
Belt, Charles & Keith, on sale

The party starters

Whether you’re the rockstar biker chick, the very eclectic soul, à la mode femme fatale or simply the gorgeous girl-next-door, singer Anushka Manchanda shows you how to be the showstopper at any party.
This was another shoot for iDiva. These pictures are clicked by Vikram Bawa. You have plenty to choose from for the upcoming party season.

Ms. GIRLNEXTDOOR

Orange satin dress, Ninon Palisse for Vizyon dress, Ensemble; Long pearl chain and turquoise cuffs, Curio Cottage; Cream shoes, Tres Mode; Gold link chain, Aldo, Orange bead clutch, Aldo

Ms. ECLECTIC

Black blouson pants with purple eye, Camden Clothes; Tibet inspired textile neckpiece, orange beads, thread necklace, magnetic kadas, anklet and armlet, Curio Cottage; Gladiator heels, Aldo, pendant worn as a clutch, Curio Cottage

Ms. À LA MODE

Blue sequin short dress, Mango; Owl pendant neckpiece, Curio Cottage; Quilted bag, Mango, Animal print patent pumps, Aldo

Ms. BIKER CHICK

Top, Manish Arora; Faux leather leggings, Promod; Fur waist coat, Promod; Bib necklace and fur cuffs, Curio Cottage; Blue clutch, Aldo, Purple ankle boots, Tres Mode

One dress three looks

Who says you can't wear one dress in different ways. We present to you three different looks just by changing the accessories.

Here's the dress:

This dress is by Encanto, a store in Vashi. Although far from the city, it's worth the drive to get there. For Rs 6,000/- this gown is quite a find because only designers make gowns which are hideously expensive. This is a good buy a formal event like a wedding or a cocktail party.

For the classic look:

Pearls are timeless and never go out of style. For a classic look dig up old tid bits from your mother's closet.

Clockwise: Pearl and gold necklace, Curio Cottage, Rs 2,100/- turquoise coloured ring, Aquamarine, Rs 800/- pearl studs, Colaba Causeway, Rs 50/-

The traditional look:

A must-have in every wardrobe, a pair of jhumkas and a kada in antique gold will always be a fashion lifesaver.

Jhumkas, Rs 1,800/-; tangled kada, Curio Cottage, Rs 3,500/-

The contemporary look:

If contemporary designs are your style then you should pick unique pieces from Colaba Causeway, Chor Bazaar and Bandra. If you're in the mood to splurge head to Ensemble, Aquamarine or Curio Cottage, for one-of-a-kind jewellery pieces.

 

Tiger cuff, Curio Cottage, 3,500/- green earrings, Colaba Causeway, peep toe pumps, Aldo, Leopard print clutch, Oberoi Shopping Mall, Rs 1,500/-

Call of the wild

This season you will be hunted down by animal print motifs everywhere. Here's our selection when we went browsing.

Croak fashionably

They are available at Kazo for Rs. 700, (Pink), Rs.950, (White), Rs. 900, (Red)

On your feet
Dressy pumps from Kazo for Rs. 7,000. They are super versatile and will look great on a formal attire or on a simple tee.


These basic gladiators from Aldo were bought during the sale for Rs 1,900. They are just the thing to wear for a long day of work, comfortable and elegant.
Jungle motifs and knee high boots in zebra print by Jimmy Choo, price on request

Drape it wild


Drape this black jungle beauty by Satya Paul, Price on request

Bagging the wild
Soft designer clutch by Jimmy Choo, price on request


Red camel leather bag available at Adamis for Rs. 3,000/-

Faux fur and suede messenger bag, thrifted, Rs 70/-

Wild accessories

Tiger cuff, Curio Cottage, Rs 3,500/-


Unique designer rings by Varuna D Jani, ram head ring; dolphin ring, price on request

Sleep in luxury Portico Rs 1,699/- for a double bedspread

Feel sexy

Leopard print bra and panty set at Boudoir London

Things to keep in mind
** We have given you an idea of the trend, more affordable options of this trend are available everywhere in the market.
** Also remember never wear an entire outfit of this trend, you'll simply over do it. Add subtle nuances of the wild in your attire. Maybe wear an animal print bag or shoes with a plain outfit.

Winter is here... well almost!

As Bombayites we wait for the winter season. The time to layer without being judged, the time where everyone feels colder than what it really is! We for one love this season, we can finally use the jackets and cardigans. Here are some of our picks for the season. We have here accessories and shoes that will give you the chills.

The plaid fantasy

These adorable ballerinas are available in for approximately Rs 650/- (They generally never have fixed prices so try bargaining to get a better deal. )

Cape town

This tweed cape is from Fashion street for Rs 250/- ONLY!! They had different colours and designers as well. Go get your pick.

Stole-n!

This crushed stretch cotton stole was a must buy this season. Available at Oberoi Shopping Mall for Rs600/-

Embroidered tote

This embroidered tote reminds me of the Kashmiri craftsmenship. At Rs 950/- available at Hues, Bandra, this tote is an absolute necessity this season.

The hunter instinct

This was an impulsive buy, but I'm so happy I bought it. The leopard print is very neatly beaded together and looks great with a dress or a jeans. Bought from the Oberoi Shopping Mall for Rs 1,300/-

Get the blues

This indigo-coloured bag is just the thing you need when you're out for a movie or dinner. Not too bag or too small, this bag coincidentally is the colour of the season. Available at Paprika, Phoenix Mills for Rs 1,200/-

Recycle and Reuse

1. Flowery
We try to re-create accessories from our surroundings. This faux flower was a decorative piece on a box which we made into a broach.

2. Linking the facts
This is a handle to a clutch which we sometimes reuse it as a bracelet. Try to maximise the use of your accessories and jewellery in a similar fashion.

3. Super Star
This was a scrunchie which we wear as a broach and as headband. They are available easily in Bandra and Colaba Causeway. Keep a lookout for them and multiply their use.


Don't let the bird fly

This cage is very attractive, almost exotic. In fact, there was abird in it as well, sadly my bird flew away. Available at Promod for Rs 950/-