Rahul-Dimpy

The Swayamvar finally ended with a marriage as Rahul Mahajan had claimed. And the choice was Dimpy Ganguly, model and aspiring actress from Kolkata, as Mrs. Mahajan.

Quite an interesting jodi, with 14 years of age difference and both possessing quite similar traits when it comes to habits, lifestyle including a ‘colorful past’. They might just be made for each other!

Will this marriage last? Only time will tell..

The outfits of the brides-to-be were always gorgeous but when ace designers were made to design outfits and dress up the three finalists, things got a li’l more glamorous. Neeta Lulla designed outfits for the vivacious Dimpy Ganguly (now Mrs. Mahajan), gorgeous Harpreet Chhabra’s outfits were designed by Ashley Rebello while the tall and elegant Nikunj Malik was quite excited to have Vikram Phadnis as her designer.

Mehndi

For the Mehndi ceremony, Nikunj looked beautiful in deep pink net and shimmer Lehenga Choli with full sleeves. Dimpy’s off white Lehenga Choli was stunning and it flaunted intricate cutwork pattern. Her necklace set featuring emeralds and pearls perfectly complemented her outfit. Harpreet looked quite pretty in light green mermaid cut Lehenga Choli accessorized with gorgeous earrings and maang teeka.

Sangeet

For the Sangeet night, Nikunj had donned golden beige and maroon Lehenga Choli with a kamarbandh. Dimpy looked the prettiest in multihued paneled mermaid cut Lehenga Choli while Harpreet’s light pink Lehenga with sleeveless Choli made her look lovely.

Wedding

For the wedding night, the three brides-to-be were at their gorgeous best. Harpreet, being a Sardarni, opted for a gorgeous deep pink and red Patiala suit. Dimpy stuck to the traditional all red bridal saree draped in Bengali style. Nikunj chose a heavily embellished turquoise and burgundy Lehenga Choli as her bridal wear.

Dimpy Ganguly emerged as the winning dulhan and we hope they do live happily ever after.

Gorgeous Katrina Kaif plays the vivacious and chirpy Sonia who is seen prancing around in short Western outfits. But her bridal outfit in the movie is absolutely stunning. It surpasses quite a few other bridal outfits that filmy brides flaunt in other movies.

Katrina Kaif

Rather than the predictable ‘all red’ bridal wear, the interesting mix of red and teal makes Katrina’s bridal outfit quite eye-catching and hard to forget. Gorgeous red flared lehenga is paired with teal choli and red dupatta which is draped perfectly. Golden embellishments in intricate pattern and buttis make the outfit gorgeous.  Beautiful necklace set with drop cut briolettes and bangles on both the hands make her look like a perfect bride.

Singh Is Kinng Bridal Wear

If this look fascinates you, re-create it by choosing a Lehenga Choli with a similar color combination. Long cholis would also look great if you’re not quite interested in baring your midriff. The key to this look is the way Katrina’s dupatta is draped – on the head and over the left shoulder. Necklace sets featuring stones and beads in shades of red, green, deep pink, etc. would be perfect. Don’t restrict yourself when it comes to bangles. The more the better!!

You don’t have to be a celluloid goddess to carry off this look but it sure helps a lot if you’re blessed with good height.

Last season, Rakhi Sawant’s Swayamvar resulted in an engagement and eventually, a break-up. The reason being, her fiancé was an egocentric and too much of an angrez for the Bharatiya Nari Rakhi Sawant. Only time will tell what this swayamvar results in!!

Rahul Dulhaniya Le Jayega

This season, Rahul Mahajan is all set to choose and marry his ideal life partner. What’s surprising though is that despite his controversial past, there were enough participants for the show to start!

Last season, it was drama queen Rakhi Sawant who spiced things up but this season all the aspiring dulhaniyas are making the show interesting. All the bharatiya naris indulge in backbiting and occasional cat-fights with Priyadarshini topping the list, her post-elimination speech being the scariest.

Harpreet, Dimpy and Nikunj

Beautiful and sensible Harpreet, pretty and poised Nikunj and bubbly and cheerful Dimpy seem to have made good first impressions as each received a pyar ka nazrana from Rahul. Just few more days and we’ll know if first impressions were indeed lasting and if one of these three actually end up being Mrs. Rahul Mahajan.

RDLJ

What makes the show worth watching are the wonderful designer outfits of the dulhans. The best part is the ‘elimination round’(nightmare for the dulhans) when all the girls are dressed up in stunning outfits. Flared anarkalis in vibrant shades and exquisite fabrics, saris paired with corset style blouse, flared lehengas with trendy cholis, plain saris with shimmering borders, are few styles that the dulhans are seen wearing. Synthetic Banarsi with zari woven motifs along with georgettes and nets featuring sequins and beads in beautiful motifs make the outfits uber-glam.

While you may hate or criticize the show all you want, the outfits are worth few compliments for sure!!

V-Day Wedding Lehenga Choli

Choose from pink, magenta, mauve, wine, red, burgundy, etc when it comes to wedding outfits. The bridal wear should be extremely gorgeous – as gorgeous as it can get.

V-Day Wedding Sets

Similarly, magnificent necklace sets with pink, purple or red stones would complete the ensemble.

V-Day Wedding Sherwani

Quite a few bridegrooms might be wary of pink since this is a feminine shade. Maroon, burgundy, wine, etc would be better in that case. Embellished Sherwanis in such rich shades would be ideal for this romantic day.

For a traditional Valentine’s Day feel, include a lot of roses, satin ribbons, laces, lush red carpets and candles in your wedding decorations. Soft lighting would further bring out the romantic mood of the event. Instead of conventional Indian sweets, include various types of chocolates in the menu. Give cute little crimson boxes of candy or gift wrapped mementoes with satin ribbons as favors. Accompany each favor with a single rose for an extra romantic touch.

Jodhaa Akbar

The mention of the word ‘royal’ or ‘royalty’ immediately conjures up images of the stunningly beautiful Aishwarya Rai adorned in breathtakingly gorgeous outfits and jewellery beside a majestic Hritik Roshan in his ornate Sherwanis. Such is the impact of Ashutosh Gowariker’s Jodhaa Akbar that, of late, we associate everything regal with this epic movie.

Inspired by its gorgeous outfits, we have included few traditionally styled opulent Lehenga Cholis, Sherwanis along with magnificent necklace sets in our wedding collection.

Be it bridal wear or an ensemble to attend a wedding, we suggest re-create the Jodhaa Akbar look, i.e., if you can handle the opulence.

Traditional Lehenga Choli

Select an ornately embellished Lehenga Choli in warm shades of orange, red, golden or rich tones of maroon and green, which flaunts exquisite embellishments. For the wedding, it would be better to not be tempted by the figure flattering contemporary mermaid cut or paneled Lehenga Cholis. Instead, opt for the ethnic flared ones to capture the authentic traditional look of Jodhaa Akbar.

Stylish Lehenga Choli

Save the contemporary silhouettes such as mermaid cut and paneled Lehenga Cholis for reception. You can even consider a Lehenga style Sari.

Gorgeous Necklace Sets

Do not comprmise on jewellery. The more gorgeous it is the better. Kundan necklace sets with broad and wide necklaces, chandelier earrings and beautiful maang teekas would truly make you look regal. A small round red bindi on the forehead, and your ‘Jodhaa’ look is complete.

Traditional Sherwani

Now for the ‘Akbar’ look…  Rather than a regular Sherwani, opt for a three piece Sherwani in classic shades of  beige, cream, off white, pale golden, etc. The long embellished jacket in a three piece Sherwani makes all the difference. To add drama to your ensemble, you can try accessorizing it with long strings of pearls.

Well, you are all set to get married in royal style now.

American Diamond Jewelry

Today is Makar Sankranti and there is happiness all around. … people are flying kites, sharing sweets, greeting each other … what else, female populace are spreading their happiness by dressing up their best, as usual. And when it comes to getting decked up how can we forget all the jewelries that we have kept in store for the auspicious days … right?

These days talking about jewelry, American diamond jewelry is really in rage, thanks to the rising gold prices!  This trendy jewelry is available in various designs and preferences. There are many women who seem to be less inclined towards heavy jewelry and have a preference for refined designer jewelry. Under such circumstances, a pendant set consisting of shimmering American diamonds along with matching studded stones would be a great pick. American diamond jewelry in heavy, well handcrafted designs looks really fabulous when worn as a necklace. These jewelries are also available in floral designs which are highly recommended by jewelry designers. For a precious look, beautiful beads as suspensions are a great option. Also, white beads look the best as it adds to the richness and sophistication of your necklace. But see to it that you don’t miss out on matching earrings to get that overall completeness in your appearance. Such traditional jewelry is sure to bring a sense of wholesomeness to you.

I am already sizzling my New Year with some exquisite American diamond jewelry … What is your favorite pick this new year guys?

…. Firstly, as usual I caught hold of some really cool ethnic kurtis, which I wanted so much … and how can I miss some funky traditional jewelry to match my kurtis? So bought some colorful bangles, earrings, and ….. No necklaces, because I am not fond of it much! Also, did I tell you about the pair of ethnic shoe that I bought? No? Yes, I bought a pretty looking classic style mojari for myself … I must say it’s really awesome! Now to tell you the truth, I didn’t really had these mojaris in my mind but when I entered the shoe store the first thing that drew my attention was this extensive row of cute mojaris in different shapes, styles, and colors. Bright colors have always attracted me so how can I miss this?

I was really confused which one to buy because the store had an assortment of mojaris, viz, gol-panja kind (round toe), chota-panja mojaris (Small Toe), salem shahi  mojaris (Pointed Toe), and God knows what all! Mojaris with leather or textile embroideries embellished with brass nails, cowries’ shells, mirrors, bells, ceramic beads … were available. Now this is too much to select from … right? But I kept my cool and bought a really funky pink-colored mojari embellished with mirrors and bells on it …

… Today I wore my new shopping stuff to office … Trust me, nobody complimented about my kurti or earrings or bangles but my pinky mojaris … they say it’s really looking cool!

Aishwarya Rai in Devdas

Today morning is really splendid for me … now you must be thinking what next, right? It’s my best friend’s marriage today. And after a very long time, I have dressed up in all that jazzy and sumptuous Indian costumes. Yes,  everyday I vent my hidden love for Indian fashion through my blog but now for a change I am actually trying out some of the stuff I have been talking about through my blog.

You know what I am wearing a dazzling maroon silk saree and some heavy gold jewelries …. Trust me; anybody would have looked just perfect in this Indian attire. It makes me feel so complete and feminine! But now guys one think I am confused about is the bindi that will go along with my outfit … can you help on this?

Oh! Here’s my friend who has come forward to help me. She says no Indian attire is complete without an appropriate bindi. Gosh, now bindi also has to be appropriate! But don’t you think she is right? Yes, she is! Wearing or applying a bindi doesn’t just include the fashion aspect. The red ‘kumkum’ (which was normally applied by women earlier) between the eyebrows is said to retain energy in the human body and control the various levels of concentration. Facts apart, with changing fashion, today women try out many shapes and designs. It is, at times a straight vertical line or an oval, a triangle or miniature artistry (’alpana’) made with a fine-tipped stick, dusted with gold and silver powder, studded with beads and crusted with glittering stones. The advent of the sticker-bindi made of felt with glue on one side, has not only added colors, shapes and sizes to the bindi but is an ingenious easy-to-use alternative to the powder. Today, if you see, bindi is more of a fashion statement than anything else, and the number of young populace sporting bindis is overwhelming even in the West.

Isn’t that great? Anyway let the trend be anything, I am going to wear those old traditional round bindis for my friend’s wedding; as the ones that Aishwarya wore in Devdas. Didn’t it give that perfect thakurayin look to Aishwarya? I just loved it … what about you?

Dazzling Peridot Earring

Earlier, only conventional women used to wear long earrings. It was not really a craze among women who preferred modern look. There was also a period in between when women used to abhor wearing earrings saying they are so uncomfortable to carry. But today, be it a modern or a traditional woman, everyone is just mad about earrings. I remember, during my school days, it was considered taboo if you wear earrings with jeans or any western outfit. But today be in any attire, women don’t move back from boasting the exotic and ethnic earrings that they have. And obviously, we don’t forget to match it well with our attire … also we don’t forget to contrast it with our outfit … just to experiment, right?

Nevertheless, as far as earrings are concerned, hoop earrings are always in style. They are classics, be it plain or studded with stones. Gemstone studs and drop earrings are simple and elegant, even though they are not exactly very popular but at the same time not out of fashion either. Long earrings, of course, are very popular. But not the ultra long string earrings, they are completely out now. Chandelier style is the current trend now. Rather than the oversized, big and bold types; it’s the medium sized, elegant and sleek chandelier earrings that are gaining popularity. It goes perfect with western and indo-western outfits such as long skirts, jeans and kurtis. When it comes to traditional Indian outfits, gorgeous jhumkas with beads and stones are the best bet.

Whoa! So much of variety … I am drooling now … yes I mean it! I am going to try some of them very soon … What about you?

Take, for instance, salwar kameez. This wear traces back its origin to the 16^th century and is available in various shapes and designs, viz, churidar, patiala kameez, anarkali churidar, etc. As you all know, we have already discussed about anarkali churidar in my earlier post. So let me take this opportunity to talk about another style of salwar kameez, i.e., Patiala.

Patiala Kameez derived its name from the name of the city of Punjab. According to historical records, the king of Patiala used to wear baggy, pleated pants with his kurta and the design looked so comfortable and beautiful that the women of the kingdom started copying it. Thus, this beautiful and comfortable wear derived. Loud colors like orange, yellow, green, and other colors of wilderness often gives a chic look in a Patiala Salwar Kameez. Party wear Patiala Salwar Kameez with a lot of embellishments in the Kameez and dupatta are in trend these days. The dupatta of this kameez is generally heavily loaded with kundan stones and other costly crystals.

This comfortable kameez was mostly worn by women in Punjab but now days, as I mentioned, people are so keen to follow new trends that this kameez also became style within no time. And why not when bollywood actress like Kareena Kapoor sizzles in movies wearing this comfortable wear. How can you forget the colorful Patiala that she wore in Jab We Met, in which has performed the role of a girl from Bathinda, Punjab?

Nevertheless, I am really planning to sizzle this New Year with this billowing loose pajamas and a stylish kurta with lot of embellishments to add grace to the party mood that is taking its round everywhere. What say guys?