Winter Fashion of the month of January in India

There hot and cold atmosphere in Indian sub continent. It’s time for my favorite season, winters ! Here our regular writer (Zara Didi) re calls her feelings.

Unfortunately though, this year I am in Hyderabad which doesn’t exactly have winters and so here I am missing Delhi again. Nonetheless, Fall fashion is what I look out for each year because I have a huge thing for winter attire. Thus my this post is dedicated to Fall Fashion. After going through couple of magazines, blogs and websites, I have come across few must-do or must-have things for this year. I have tried to convey some of those through pictures here below. However, don’t expect furry jackets, boots, thick mufflers and beanies because I don’t have all my winter stuff in Hyderabad as I don’t need them (so at home back in Delhi). Feel free to take cues from these pics and come up with something of your own !

1. Bright colours, prints and Trench Coats

2. Leather and leather jackets

3. Jumpers/ Pullovers and the right amount of Bling

4. Print on Print

5. Coloured/ Bright/ Printed/ Slouchy Pants

6. Boxy Jackets & Booties

Palazzos have been a huge trend for quite a while and why not ?! The wide-legged pants are airy, makes your skin breathe, super comfortable and yet trendy. I had been doing random instagram posts on Palazzos and as per the comments I would recieve from some of my followers I could sense a little reluctance among girls as to how to wear the Palazzos right.

Thus here this post is an attempt to break the code. I have come up with seven, yes seven different ways to style a Palazzo pant that anyone can use for an outfit idea as per their personality. Furthermore, for the post I have used two Palazzo pants, one plain basic blue and one printed. The rest I’ll let the pictures talk to you

Vera Wang and Her Indian Hubby in Santa Monica for Indian Fashion Journal

Vera Wang and Her Indian Hubby in Santa Monica for Indian Fashion Journal ! We had accompanied with the celebrity couple on the 8th and 9th, me and my hubby went on a road trip to California with our friends, Amy and Fabian. It was short, but fun. We lived at Hollywood, which was a complete different experience compared to Las Vegas. In General, Las Vegas does not have a lot of natural plants and lives. You can only go to the strip or downtown to see unique architectures. However, in Hollywood, or I should say in Los Angeles, blossoming plants are everywhere around you. There are also lots of unique graffiti on the wall.

Vera Wang in free mood

Vera Wang on beach

Vera Wang and Her Indian Hubby

Vera Wang and water

Vera Wang stylist

The most exciting part of the trip would be going to the Santa Monica Beach, it was my first time going to the beach in America. The second most unforgettable experience would be casting at The Ford Modeling Agency. I didn't plan to do it, I was just there for Amy; however, she encouraged me to do it, and I did it! It was pretty simple, all I did was completing a form and taking pictures.





Ombre Top: Blu Pepper \\ High Low Skirt: Vera Wang



We went to a restaurant that sells organic burger. We ordered burgers as well as sweet potation fries. The desert, Vanilla ice cream with brownies was the best among all, we were so attracted to it and forgot to take pictures. I hope I would be able to visit California more often. Thank you for reading.

Winter Season of Indian Young Lady and Fashion Mantras

The year is almost coming to an end and Its hard to believe! From florals to monochromes and mints to prints, 2013 has been a great year for me. In terms of fashion and styling, I was pretty obsessed with the bright neon hues and bling this year hence, in this post I've combined both of them.

Whether we choose to consciously compute the fact or not, how we look does impact the way we feel. It may be that we dress to a theme that evokes a mood, that we choose to pull on something that incites a certain confidence within us, or that we simply fall in love with a particular piece of clothing or accessory. Each year we analyse what’s happening in the fashion world as a way to understand where the trends are coming from, where they are going and how you can adapt them to your own personal style, in a way that suits you.

So girls, that time of the year has arrived when you jazz it all up, December being one of those months where parties and night outs just don't seem to end, you better be prepared!

Neon Top with Sequin Details :Customised by Envy ; White Riding Pants: Zara; Bag ; :ForeverNew; Bracelets; Rings: Forever21; Heels : Clarks 

Pictures by : Sakshi Gurnani

I've customised this neon orange shirt and added sequin to it partially, as neon and sequin are both eye catchy elements of an outfit and mixture of the two becomes too loud if worn together. Christmas and New year's being round the corner, it's time to 'Bling it on', pretty ladies.

Indian Khadi Aloevera Glowing Pack Hot Review

Wish you all a very happy new year. I hope this New Year will be great and full of happiness for all of you. Did you guys made any resolutions? I didn’t plan out any. I will be going with the flow this year.

Today I am going to review Khadi Aloevera Glowing pack review. I like Khadi face packs. They work well for my skin so I picked this up. And this face pack contains aloevera which is a boon for all skin types. As we all know Aloevera works like magic on all skin types so this pack can be used on all skin types.

Price: INR 150 for 60gm (50gm plus 10gm free)

Shelf life: 2 years

About the product: An Aloevera based face pack which improve skin texture, firmness and elasticity. An ideal preparation for skin tightening and make healthy.

Directions for use: Apply the past on wet face for 15 min, let it dry and wipe it with moist cotton.

Ingredients: Aloevera Tourn 10g, Cucumis sativus 3g, Ash of Zincum 4g, Glycerine 15g, Sodii Biboras 6g, base 84g, Preservative 5g, Calamine powder mitti 15g, Kaolinum 300g, Citrus limon 4g, Purified water.

My experience with Khadi Aloevera Glowing Pack:

The pack comes in transparent tub with white paper covering showing the details of the pack. The tub has black lid and it comes with aluminium foil inside to prevent any spill before opening the product. Also it ensures that the pack is unused and untouched. Some might not like the fact that it comes in a tub but I feel face packs in tubs are better than in tube. I always apply a face pack with brush so I feel more comfortable when I get them in tub.

The face pack is white in colour with a slight tinge of green colour. As soon as I opened the pack, I was mesmerized with the smell. Oh!! I wish I could describe it to you. It is nice and fresh. It gives you a feel as if you are in a garden. So refreshing. The consistency of the pack is neither thick nor very liquidy. It is just apt to directly apply on face. It is a clay based pack and it glides on smoothly and gets dried in 15 minutes. While applying it gave a stinging sensation but that lasted for only few seconds. I kept it for 15 minutes and then removed it with a sponge. I felt that my face was fresh and my skin was glowing. I agree all such packs saying glowing has a temporary glow which go after few hours but I just love the kind of glow it provided. It left my face squeaky clean with making it dry. Overall I just loved the face pack and my skin looks much healthier with constant use of the pack. I use it on every alternate day.

Pros of Khadi Aloevera Glowing Pack:

• Affordable

• Easily available online

• Smells really nice

• Gave instant glow. Apt to use before any sudden plan.

• Did not made my skin dry

• Friendly packaging

• Lasts long

• Does not cause pimple

Cons of Khadi Aloevera Glowing Pack:

• No cons. I am totally loving the product

Will I recommend or repurchase Khadi Aloevera Glowing Pack?

Yes, I guess this will be a face pack which you will always see in my vanity. I definitely recommend this to you all.

Getting ready for evergreen winter Fashion in India

Getting ready for the party season is never an easy task. So many weddings, cocktails, birthdays, anniversaries, somehow, December is always a crazy month! Now you can barely control what's to come, but to avoid the last minute 'I-have-nothing-to-wear' panic, you can plan what you'll wear! I love my dresses, especially for occasions, because it's a perfect outfit all on it's own. But one dress won't do the trick. So here's a quick guide on how you can make your wardrobe party-friendly with just a few pieces!

Look for that one dress that fits you like a dream! A vibrant hue will always make sure that all eyes are on you. If you're not ready to wear all that colour yet, the classic LBD should do the trick.

 

This season, it's all about the pencil skirts and mini skirts. Find one in a colour or print that can be paired with various tops/blouses. A pencil skirt accentuates your curves and is perfect for those glamorous nights! 

A little sequins is a must around this time! Be it a jacket, a pair of sparkly shorts, an embellished dress and if you're feeling a bit daring, even a jumpsuit. Pair it with jackets/blazers and minimalistic accessories to create the perfect ensemble.

A drappy blouse is another essential you cannot skip. It's the perfect blend of conservative yet sexy and you could pair it with your favourite skinny jeans to dance all night! It can't get easier.

Statement accessories! A pair of statement earrings or necklace is something that you must invest in. It adds so much to a simple outfit and it'll instantly transform your old black dress into a brand new one! A nude structured clutch/sling is also something that will get you through these array of events flawlessly.

 

So when you hit the malls this weekend, make a mental check list of all these things so that you don't miss out on anything!

Dress, Necklace, Bag- c/o Bebe | Location courtesy- The White Owl

Your Day Time Passing In A Park For Enjoyment

Haven't you had one of those days when everything seems dull, boring and simply blah.  Sonu and I were having one such day an decided to hang out in our 'average outfits'.

Here's what we wore:

Sonu wore a vintage dress with a denim shirt

Dress, Carolyn| shirt, Lee| bag, United Colors of Benetton| shoes, Bandra| watch, Tommy Hilfiger

- Vintage dresses and denim jackets are every girl's best friends. Throw them on and they take you just about anywhere.
- Dress it up with a blazer and heels or dumb it down with crochet flats and a hobo.
- To go the whole hog with a vintage outfit, try to add antique gold jewellery and round rimmed sunglasses.

 Jasleen wore a monotone ensemble

Blouse, Pax| pants, Colaba Causeway| footwear, Forever 21| owl necklace, Promod| bag, gifted by my friend

- Mixing shades of the same hue is a lot of fun sometimes. It does get you to look washed out so a pop of colour on the cheeks, eyes or lips is a good way to add character without much ado.
- A nude dress or blouse is a classic must in the wardrobe and one should find something to complement the skin tone. Nothing to close to your skin colour or you will appear 'nude'.
- Well done hair and makeup can be the key to such as outfit's success. Try low slung pony tails, high buns or a messy French plait.

Female Fashion Wild Colour in Red Suits

Firstly, a very happy Diwali to all our friends and supporters. We wish you all a lifetime of health, wealth and style. 
Now back to work, our outfit post: Concentrating on colour.
People spend so much time and money investing in shades of blue denims over and over again. Instead try something new and buy a pair of denims in a candy colour shade like powder blue, mint green, candy floss pink or a deep shade like a red, blue or green. 

Coloured pants are a simple way to add fun to an outfit. Also unlike what one might believe, coloured pants can match with a number of things. You can wear them with contrasting colours, mix prints or keep it chic with a basic beige, black or white blouse. 

Here's a coloured pants chart for your reference:

COLOURED PANTS	MATCH IT	MASH IT
1. Pinks, blues, greens	With a plain white shirt or blouse	Polka dots and nautical stripes
2. Maroons, burnt reds, blacks, cobalt blue	With a cream coloured top	Florals and polka dots
3. Green, Pink, Red	With a plain black or grey top	Geometric prints and Stripes
4. Pastel shades like pink, powder blue, sea green	With a dark beige blouse	Florals and checks
5. Orange, dark green, ink blue	With a bleached white shirt	Paisleys and checks

Sonu wore a mashup with her red pants

Pants, Zara| tank & shrug, Fashion Street| bag, Dharavi| cuff, Swarovski| flats, Crimzon

Jasleen wore her pink pants with a checked shirt and scarf

Pants, Colaba Causeway| shirt, courtesy Guru Clothing| bag, Dharavi| flats, United Colors of Benetton

This post is taken fromVogue.in here

Evergreen Hair Styles and Top 5 YouTube Tutorials For Common Woman

We already brought you our 10 favorite YouTube makeup tutorials and now it’s time to get your hair up to snuff, too. From a perfect 5-strand side braid to the elusive beachy wave, we’ve got the best online hair gurus teaching you how to take care of your locks. Click through to find a new ‘do and pick up a few styling pointers along the way.

1. How to Do a Five-Strand Side Braid:

The (seemingly) bad news? The all-of-a-sudden-super-popular fishtail braid just got upstaged. The good news? Its successor—the five-strand plait—is actually pretty easy to master. The great news? This bona fide braid guru shows you a super duper easy way to recreate the look. {LuxyHair}

2. How to Create a Textured Updo:

Whether your hair is naturally full of texture, or you’re just trying to revive/extend the life of a three-day old hairstyle, this is the updo for you. Thanks to a few loose twists circling the crown (secured in a bun with bobby pins), you’ve got yourself an über adorable look that’ll work everywhere from the road to the red carpet. {DulceCandy87}

3. How to Make Your Ponytail Look Fuller and Longer:

Ponytails are all fine and good until they start looking lame, limp, and lacking. This instructional visual teaches you a few good tricks on how to make your tresses look twice as full and thrice as long in three minutes flat. Feel free to thank us later. {Naptural85}

4. How to Get Beachy Waves:

Call it what you want—be it bedhead or beachy waves, seemingly naturally textured strands will always be a highly sought after look in our book. Watch as this diehard wavy hair fan simulates the style using sea spray, a bit of pomade, and a few gusts of heat from a handheld blow dryer. Trust us—this style is not as easy as it looks, especially if your locks happen to be bone-straight. But now you know the tricks. {Stardust Fairytale}

5. How to Create a Cute Top Knot (With a Sock!):

Next time you lose a sock in the dryer, don’t toss its lonely match in the trash—add it to your hair care kit. This gorgeous girl shows you how to fashion a full and fabulous bun in various positions on your head using just a sock and an elastic band. Now that’s what we call resourceful! {Wendy’s Lookbook}

Skin Protection Formulas in Winters for Common

During winter season, people faced so many skin problems like dryness in the skin, lacklustre and flake in the skin. These skin problems damage your skin and this will decrease the glow and charm on your face. As everyone wants to look beautiful and charming, it is necessary to keep your skin protected in winters as well as in other season also. Through various skin protected tips during winter season, we can maintain healthy, fresh, glowing, charming and supple skin in winters. Some beneficial skin care tips are as follows: -

Use Cold Creams: – As the climate changes, we need to change the skin care tips according to season. During winter season, it is necessary to use the cold creams which will reduce the dryness in the skin. Cold creams also care our skin from cold air and dew in the night which might be affected our skin so much.

Get a Facial: – 

Skin experts also suggest the people that whenever the season changes, we must put an extra effort to protect our skin and facial is the best way to clean our skin during winters. It is better to start the winter season with fresher, cleaner and healthier skin because it will give you a better routine to clean and maintain your skin in cold weather.

Drink Water: – 

During winter season, it is obvious that people drink less water as compared to summer season. But it is not good for our skin as well as for our health. For maintaining glow and charm of our skin, we must drink water just like summer season. In winter season, people also get dehydrated so drinking water regularly decreases the dehydration in our body. To wash our face from clean and pour water time to time is also very beneficial for our face.

Don’t use Lighter Moisturizer: – 

Some people use a lighter moisturizer in winter season which is not beneficial for our skin. We should use heavier cold creams which creates an extra layer on our skin to protect the skin during winters. This will also maintain the sensitivity of our skin and our skin becomes more sensitive by using heavier creams.

Avoid Petroleum made Products: – 

The general problem in the winter season is the dryness of lips. As we cannot neglect the lips so by using various branded lip guards, we can remove their dryness. It is important to notice that some lip guard creams made up of petroleum and petroleum can clog the pores and hardness in the lips. So avoid the use of products and creams made by using petroleum. Always purchase the branded products for your skin.

Use Sunscreen in winters: – 

Some people don’t use sunscreen lotion in winter season which is not a good idea. Sunscreen lotions are always beneficial for our skin. It protects our skin from the harmful rays from the sun. Always use sunscreen lotion 30 minutes before leaving the house.

These are the some useful skin care tips during winter season which will surely help you to protect your skin in winters.