Update!

Installation at WIFW'11 enterance by Play Clan

This space hasn't seen any updates in a while. Blame it on the Fashion Week. Its not the most sensible thing  to wear 4 inch high heels and go around clicking pictures all day but I do it. that makes no sense. this is not really an update. Its just a decoy for dragging you guys to the Vogue India website to catch all the trend-scouting I've been doing! click here.

Also, tomorrow is the last day of the WIFW and also the GIVEAWAY!
Super excited!

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Bigger is Better

Here's the new Vogue Post, you can check it out here :

Body Con is done and over with, its time burn them skinnies to ashes ‘coz the summer sun is out with all its fury. Bring out your Cropped blouses, baggy pants and super graphic prints as Célinedictates the biggest trend of Summer. Big pants are flattering for almost any shape when styled right. This trend is the perfect mixture of comfort and fashion.

Whoever said fashion was unforgiving, never heard of Phoebe Philo.

So, are you wearing the BIG pants this summer??


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Underplay the Florals

Catch this post on Vogue.in too

I've been seeing florals everywhere - on runways, on high street, even sarojni nagar for screaming out loud. I'm not too into it and therefore came up with this post on how to wear it (if at all) without looking like a total bouquet!

If florals make you queasy here’s a how-to manual for the faint hearted:

1. Instead of running away on the ‘flower child’ wagon, pick a ditsy floral print
2. Pair it with a light cotton or denim shirt to break the monotony
3. Ditch the ruffles and tiers and pick details like exposed zippers or asymmetrical hems
4. Top it up with a cool headband or a butch bracelet
5. Black nail paint can also help underplay the florals

A good book, a picnic basket and a sunny day.... you’re all set for a day in the park!

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When Italy married India

Catch this post on Vogue India website here

“You can either frustrate a woman by making her aware of all her flaws or you can make her feel absolutely beautiful, I choose latter as designer,” remarks Rosenda Meer. “Size is an aberration; we have massified all of world’s women in sizes of 2, 4, 16... everybody is a different shape. “

“High Heels are like Burkhas for the modern day woman. Both are societal obligations that women wore over themselves. Its unnecessary. Some may find a woman in high heels very attractive but I just find them utterly uncomfortable and even insecure sometimes. It’s attractive when you are comfortable, when you laugh, when you look great in what you wear. “

“I hate fashion. Fashion is about cycles, about quick disposal. Works of art and luxury need time to conceive and last beyond a lifetime. This is exactly what India is good at. It saddens me to see that most Indian designers are taking the western route to fashion instead of learning from the Japanese. They embraced their heritage and showcased a new dimension to the world.”

Rosenda is an Italian origin and Parisian boutique owner who found love and her life’s objective in India. She runs a label Le Cashmirian on Paris’s Rue de Tournen, housing products handcrafted in India. Her love affair with India has lasted over 2 decades, blame it on her chance meeting with her charming Srinagar born husband or the love of Indian crafts. Rosenda is a highly celebrated designer back home for her love for refined, unadulterated and innovative luxury.

“Fab India is fantastic start for Indian retail but how long can people wear those shapeless clothes. We need to take the step further and add more details, more draping to the gorgeous Indian textiles to make the world sit up and take notice.” Rosenda is also the author of the book, Memoirs – A Textile Journey to India.

“India and Italy have similar culture. We’re both blessed with deep cultural roots, great food and an undying love for our Ma’s. I would hate for India to lose its crafts and textile treasure to cheap modern fabrics like Italy did. Italy once had the nicest knitted laces and fabrics in all of world, look how we lost it all. Its extremely rare to sight those fabrics anymore. If all of Indian youth were to start patronizing Zara and Forever21, what will happen to the Benarasi Silks and Orrisa Ikats?”

Rosenda is also sick of Pop India movement – the loud kitschy patterns and bright Fuschia colors. “For me, India is Ochre. Its the colour of mother earth itself. India has soul to offer. Let the west offer the arrogance and disposability, India can offer timelessness and soulfulness. I love the Abraham and Thakore collections. They make India very proud.”

I met Rosenda in Auroville on our way to the Matri Mandir for mediation. Its amazing how she looks so Indian and yet like a foreigner. She tells me she worked very hard to retain her Italian roots and yet looking appropriate in India.

Isn’t it amazing to see one’s country from foreign eyes every once in a while.

Happy Valentines Day!



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Last Days of Sun

 

Check out my latest post for Vogue India website...  

Know all about little treasure cove that Goa is HERE

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Mixing It Up

I'm trying to work the structured jacket in an all new style... this first of the series...

Also check out my post on the Vogue India website here


With jackets and trenches, padded shoulders and pointy lapels, velvets and suedes ... all in place to combat the chilly western winds; the eastern heart suffers the sudden withdrawal symptoms and languishes in the wait for the promised summers and blooming florals.


Seeing how ethnic embroideries and weaves are such a style statement, we tried to create a look that takes the edge off the structured winter wear.

Instead of pairing our perfectly tailored trenches with a rather over-worn pair of denims or trousers, we are pairing it with an outrageous skirt, a bright shawl and a colourful necklace. You must try wearing your Boyfriend jackets and trench coats with Shocking salwars, harem pants, embellished long skirts or even block print saris. Bring a rather desi twist to your winter wardrobe!

 
 
 
(Neetu Kasana is wearing : Necklace and Skirt from Mela Store, Shoes – Killah, Top – Janpath, Jacket – Tailored, Shawl – Mom’s, Shades – Raybans)




Psst... Have you found your perfect pair of lacy socks yet?? You know how cute they look with the booties, don’t you??

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Stolen Sweaters!

If the badge on the right was any sign, I'm writing a weekly blog for vogue.in

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Throughout my teens, I’ve borrowed a lot from my dad’s wardrobe. Especially in winters, Dad’s sweaters are always more comfy than your own. They’re big, droopy, warm and even make your hands disappear.... what’s not to love?


With Knitwear being a big trend and oversized jumpers selling all over the high street, it was time to revisit dad’s crazy 90’s sweater collection - with their argyle patterns and geometric gibberish.

My friend, Neetu Kasana, an upcoming model, shows you how to work this look without looking like a total slob!

Look 1 : With such a shapeless garment, its very important to keep the accessories strong so as to keep the look chic. The Betty Blue knee-high lace-up boots, River Island embellished leather bag and Kallol Datta scarf accomplish just that!

 

Look 2 : With the crazy colors of that Monte Carlo sweater, I tried to play on the tribal beat with an equally crafty cross body bag and a multi-color head band. To add shape, I cinched the waist with a tan belt. The gorgeous Miss Sixty Shoes provide the right amount of leg lengthening!  

 
 
So won't you be Daddy's little girl all over again?
 
 
 
Much love,