Have you ever tried the shimmering American diamonds?

Thursday, January 14th, 2010
American Diamond Jewelry

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?

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14.01.2010 Indian Fashion, Indian accessories Leave a reply

Ethnic Mojaris are my new craze … What’s yours?

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

mojaris“Finally, I got my salary this month and now I can do some shopping for myself,” yes, this was the thought that struck my mind yesterday when the ATM machine trickled some crispy thousand rupee notes to my hands bringing that forgotten smile on my face … lolz! And there on started my shopping spree…

…. 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!

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12.01.2010 Indian Fashion, Indian accessories, New launches 1 Comment

Indian look cannot be complete without a Bindi … Agree?

Friday, January 8th, 2010
Aishwarya Rai in Devdas

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?

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08.01.2010 Indian Fashion, Indian accessories 3 Comments

Do you remember Bathinda’s Bebo in Patiala in Jab We Met?

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009

I don’t know why Indians look up to the West for fashion. In India, if we look our heritage, our trends in fashion are multifold. Right from salwar kameez to skirts to sarees to kurtas; all have its origin in the past and are available in multi shades, shapes, and designs.

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Take, for instance, salwar kameez. This wear traces back its origin to the 16th 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.

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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?

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30.12.2009 Indian Fashion 1 Comment

Main Kolhapur se aayi hoon!

Monday, December 28th, 2009

kolhapuri chappalThe other day, in a wedding I happened to meet my friend who is a professional fashion designer and somebody who is finicky about her look and fashion. Looking at her footwear, I was really surprised. I asked her why she is wearing a slipper kind footwear on a wedding eve. Looking at my not-so-happy and cynical face she said, “They are not any slippers darling… these are Kolhapuri Chappals, which are in trend these days.” “Kolhapuri chappals …” I thought, “it sounds so cheap…. And it reminded me of the song Main Kolhapur se aayi hoon … Lolz!!!”

Listening to my sarcastic comments, my friend got all set to explain me about kolhapuri chappals. She said, “Sweetheart, fashion has evolved these days from boasting western outfits to wearing and carrying classic traditional stuffs, such as, khadi kurta, jhola bags, mojdis or kolhapuri chappals, so on and so forth. So if you want to look trendy in today’s world then prefer something reallyKC1 ethnic. Trust me; it is bound to be a super hit in the fashion world. And above all, women can go in for a variety of Kolhpuri chappals, each of which can match with their sari or dress color as I have done. As they contain a zari border, Kolhapuri chappals can be ideally used for formal wear too. Evergreen favorites of many Indians, Kolhapuri chappals are most popular and not too heavy on the budget too. On the overall, they are quite sturdy, durable and long lasting in use.” Listening to her I wondered, “Is she true or just picking on me?” But anyway I agreed to her because hearing such things right from the horse’s mouth and not believing it is really not done.

Yes to some extent I also agree to her. Now days, we all prefer to wear or carry something which is comfortable and also trendy. And definitely kolhapuri chappal falls in both these categories.

So, don’t forget to have one pair of Kolhapuri chappals in your shoe stand, because with its multi-purpose nature, it will take care of your routine as well as your special occasion look.

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28.12.2009 Indian Fashion, Indian accessories 1 Comment

Desi Jholas have become a cool must-pick ….

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

ae73The much-heated Copenhagen summit has finally come to an end. People all around the world are doing anything and everything for a ‘Green’ future. We Indians were always for it … Isn’t it? Remember, Gandhiji, the Great Father of the Nation, who revolutionized the use of Khadi, an organic fabric. Yes, it’s since then we Indians are striving towards a sustainable future. Even our fashion is chiefly inspired by natural fabrics, viz, Khadi, silk, jute, etc. Clothes and accessories woven out of natural fabric like khadi, silk, cotton, etc. have been our first priority. Even populace around the globe is inspired by our style of clothing and fashion.  And why not when being environment friendly is the mantra of all conscious citizens nothing can compete with products made of jute or cloth.

This reminds of the jhola bags which is so much in trend these days not only in India but also outside India. Jhola bags, once used by the Yogis in India, have evolved into becoming a holistic style statement today for everyone. Don’t forget, today, handbags and purses have transformed from being `just a bag’ to becoming a style statement for every woman. Anything out-of-the-box is what everyone prefers to opt just to make their unique style statement. Thus, Jholas which had once become a passé are again in trend.

Popular among young crowd, the `jhola’ (long and large shoulder bag with long straps often worn across the body), is funkier than ever before. From jute to fabrics, embellished with beads, mirrors, traditional embroidery adding just the right amount of rustic look, it has made a comeback as a hip fashion statement.

No matter, what your age is, what your sex is, carrying a jhola bag will give you that cool and in look required these days. I am really going to get hold of one soon. What about you guys?

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22.12.2009 Indian Fashion, Indian accessories 1 Comment

Lehenga Style Saree – Advanced version of Saree!

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

lssChanging trends, tastes and lifestyle define fashion. What might belss1 considered ‘in’ or a ‘must-have’ this season could be considered ‘hopelessly passé’ tomorrow. True, that there are timeless and classic style trends that never go out of fashion, but fashion calls for the need to innovate and revamp those same old outfits adding a touch of difference.

An ideal example to illustrate this would be the timeless Indian saree. Saree has been subjected to various stages of metamorphoses, so to speak, that make it more fun and interesting. Pre-stitched pleats and pallus, ruching, ruffles, etc. add a contemporary touch to this traditional wear. Stylish readymade sarees act as a convenient alternative to the more conventional saree. But of all the alternatives, what has really caught my eye is the fashionable Lehenga Style Saree.

Reasons that make this outfit the hottest trend nowadays are its flattering silhouette, convenience, and contemporary appeal. In a lehenga style saree, the pleats are replaced with ornately embellished panels or godets, adding drama to this drape. It has to be draped just like a saree by tucking into the inskirt. The only difference is, that unlike a saree you don’t have to form pleats but simply ‘tuck-and-drape’ … Now, isn’t that cool? At times, the design and styling of this outfit also determines the way it should be draped. Although normally it needs to be tucked and draped, few come with side hooks which make our job even simpler. Looks great and saves time too!

Aesthetically blending the appeal of a saree and lehenga choli, the lehenga style saree has emerged as a stylish and convenient option in recent times. This new ensemble is all set to take over from the saree and lehenga choli. This dramatic and sensuously stylish drape would be perfect for evening parties and semi-formal occasions which demand lots of glitz and glamor. Even though it would suit almost everyone, these new drapes work best for tall and leaner body types.

I am already feeling content thinking about this lehenga style saree…. Why? Guys, finally I have got relief from draping a conventional saree which I feel is ‘the most’ difficult thing! Do you agree with me?

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09.12.2009 Indian Fashion Leave a reply

Mangalsutra – Has it become a symbol of fashion?

Sunday, December 6th, 2009
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Fashion has really made its presence everywhere … Isn’t it? Whatever we wear, we want it to be trendy. Not only in case of dress, but now days, especially in India, fashion has taken its toll on Mangalsutras also. Yes, I said Mangalsutra, the symbol of bonding between a bride and bridegroom. Thanks to the popular soaps that is taking its round on television.

With the developing cultural trends, women have also become modern and stylish. Many women consider it to be a vital jewelry that could be stylized. For this reason, the designers take great care in designing a mangalsutra which are highly crafty or a simple small cute thing to wear around the neck. Earlier, women use to wear a simple mangalsutra with small pendants. But now as we have multiple choices for everything around us, trend these days is to wear short length mangalsutra with single string preferably with diamond pendants or diamond mangalsutras instead of just gold. Well, logically thinking that goes well with western clothes also.

Designer or Non-designer, at least the women in India have not forgotten their tradition. They still wear the mangalsutra, though not necessarily as a symbol of marriage but at least as a symbol of fashion. Agree with me?

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06.12.2009 Indian Fashion, Indian tradition 2 Comments

Wear a Maangtika and adorn your perfect wedding look!

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
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Kaboodle

Wedding is undoubtedly a grandiose occasion for Indians. In India, everyone, be it a poor person or a rich person, wants everything the best for their wedding. And what else, the more you show off; the more you are accepted in the society. Especially for women, getting decked up with maximum ornaments becomes their ultimate goal!

Talking about wedding ornaments, trend these days is maangtika, which is used to adorn the centre forehead parting of the bride. And why won’t it be a rage when bollywood queens, viz, Aishwarya Rai and Shilpa Shetty adorned their forehead with this jewelry during their wedding.  The most attractive part of Aishwarya’s and Shilpa’s entire look was the maangtika that they wore which really stood out spreading out like an umbrella over their head. Even in the movie Jodha Akbar, Aishwarya Rai looked stunning wearing adorable maangtika in gold and covered with diamonds and elaborate “benis” to decorate the braid.

Maangtika is one of the most traditional and native jewel of the Indian culture and is very popular for its traditional look and intricate designs. Maangtika in gold and diamonds have become a rage these days. This piece of jewelry which is considered almost mandatory for the bride is now also a favorite with the bride’s close relatives. What more this elegant ornament can also be worn with Western attire. Maangtikas are available in different styles and colors. Usually, for bridal wear, a Maangtika with a decorative centre piece is preferred, similar to one that Aishwarya Rai worn in Jodha Akbar.

So if your wedding is at offing, you know what not to miss the most in your shopping for jewelry?

03.12.2009 Indian Fashion, Indian accessories 2 Comments

Make your style statement wearing a seductive nose ring!

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
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Nose ring, which used to be a traditional ornament worn by Indian women, is one of the significant fashion element these days. And why not … it is considered as one of the most seductive ornaments that any woman can wear! Remember, how gorgeous Priyanka Chopra looked walking the ramp in the movie Fashion, seducing people with her circular barbell nose ring that she wore. Also, how can we forget our ace tennis player Sania Mirza, who is always seen exhibiting her pretty nose ring!

Nose rings are available in various shapes and forms, viz. stud rings, circular barbell rings, straight barbell rings, septum rings, etc. For women of present generation, anything and everything that adds to her beauty instantaneously becomes a fashion. But do we really know the logical reasons behind wearing these kinds of ornaments? I am

sure NO! Wearing a nose ring or Nath as called in Hindi or Mookuthi in Tamil, actually helps nose ringwomen during sexual union as the carbon emitted during the sexual union is minimized by wearing a metallic (Gold, Silver) ornament in the nose. Thus, the Indian aesthetic befittingly adorns the female nose with an inspired ornament, which highlights its amorous connotations. Indeed, it is the most seductive ornament anyone woman can wear!

Now not only in India, populace from the West also treats their nose with beautiful nose rings. They adopted it from the hippee and punk cultures of 80s and 90s. Not only women, even men over there wear it, to be one among the hep cohort. So girls, if you feel that the old ones at your home are unnecessarily forcing you to wear this traditional ornament don’t worry much. Who knows this ornament would become your style statement as well!

03.12.2009 Indian Fashion, Indian accessories 2 Comments

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