Vidya Balan’s looks at Cannes 2013 were both appreciated and criticized. Some said it was traditional and respectable, others laughed and called it ‘aunty-look’. Whatever, it may be…let us go see what definition of Indianwear is for the A-list Indian designers.
The time has gone when white was a ‘dress-code’ for Indian widows. See around and you will find our most fashionable Bollywood divas draped in these whites. Let us discuss few stylish ways you can don this head-to-toe white saree look! It was the eve of Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 50th birthday when the yesteryear actress Rekha stepped into her trademark traditional South Indian Silk saree – but all White! With lace embroidered white blouse with romantic ruffles down to her waist, her white saree made her look gorgeously vintage. And when you are still struck with Rekha’s look, here walked Ms. Deepika Padukone in a sheer white net saree. The high neck white blouse, lace border in saree edged
The 66th Cannes Film Festival is running and to our great honor, many stars from Bollywood are walking its Red Carpet. But most importantly, it is Vidya Balan who is one of the jury members of the film festival. Balan was once an easy target for fashion police, but now the world waits for her appearances. Draped in beautiful cotton, silk sarees, Vidya has become the protagonist of Indian Woman’s silhouette. What she would wear at 66th Cannes Film Festival remained the talk of the town till the time she made her first appearance there. And definitely, her favorite designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee stays in limelight all this while. In this blog, we present you a flashback of days when Sabyasachi
Do you roll your eyes over it, when you see Monochrome Black and White and think that it is boring? If so, think again. Remember Coco Chanel in her Monochrome Chanel suit. Monochrome is back with an energetic force with the release of spring 2013 collection. It is one of the simplest, most chic, definitely classic and truly a bold statement. Go through the trends below you can try in Monochrome, and infuse style in your wardrobe! 1. Stripes: There are many ways monochrome can be styled in, but, top on the trend list for the 2013 spring/summer collection is the monochrome stripes.
She is suave. She is sublime. She is powerful. She is a woman of 21st century. Artist Shilo Shiv Suleman of Banguluru, India started a campaign called ‘Fearless’ where she invited artists across India to present their ideas on women power. Shilo writes, “We also need to keep reaffirming fearlessness and channel all this energy somewhere. We need to keep going out at night, taking public transport, wearing what we want, dancing, singing, being beautiful.” Inspired by her, we too thought of contributing towards this inner awareness. With time, many have forgotten that though she is feminine and shy always, she is also fearless. To spread the same message, in this blog we will display Quirky Saree prints from Indianweddingsaree.com
Remember the Bollywood movie – Raja Jani (1972)? Yes, the one which had beautiful Dream Girl Hema Malini opposite her husband Dharmendra. Wondering why are we talking about it in this blog which is dedicated to Mother’s Day? It’s because we want you to go through a 60s, 70s, 90s flashback where you can find few fashion inspiration which can be totally worn this year! And yes..we are sure you can find something to surprise your dear mom! Hema’s character in this movie has various looks – Chiffon sari’s, to gypsy village girl looks, flares, beaded tops, etc. Let us explore them one by one, and how can these fashions are applicable in today’s trends.
Recently Vogue India invited designer Sabyasachi to write blogs. So, in case you have missed noticing his other side where he is pouring his heart out and is witty, substantial and hilarious…here it is! A big thanks to Vogue magazine for this precious blog. We liked it so much that we couldn’t help but share it with you. Here are the abstracts of his blog where he speaks about those famous Bollywood movies for which he designed. Take a look. We say, its must read. (Courtesy- Vogue India)
“Gone are the days when your vacation suitcases are donned with loose pajamas or just a plain-printed salwar kameez. Mid of 2013 has come which calls for vacations. Just name the place you are planning to go and find what fashion from runway 2013 will be your look there. Give your vacation wardrobe a makeover and you’ll wind up with awesome photos. We bring you Style Guide- a guide to your summer Vacations and the Indian designers who, we assume, might be inspired by these locations while designing their collections.” 1. Beaches/Sea Shores- Beaches are the best rescue from hot summers. Gaurang Shah: The White Mermaid outfit with lace and floral embroidery by Gaurang seems to be inspired by the same
The last day, Day 5- 26 March, 2013 Archana Kochhar Designer Archana Kochhar brought highways, footpaths, zebra crossings motifs on sarees and salwar kameez. Get similar quirky trends from our collection here!
25 March, 2013 Day 4 Farah & Firdos The duo presented Bright bridal collection favored by Indian colors! Get similar style lehenga here!
