TrimmingsAndLace For Fervour : Complexity Amidst Simplicity

In an environment where everything - from societies in general to industries in particular -  is a live-wire and is constantly evolving, the complexity is in the simplicity. Fashion as a genre is expanding exponentially and each day has a newer dimension to adopt and follow. The challenge herein remains to perfect the classic and better the simple. Something as timeless as a black and white outfit can have multiple layers when it comes to styling and representation. That basically was my challenge, when this gorgeously ruffled Dsquared2 blouse was sent to me by the wonderful team at Fervour. Fervour is a Bangalore based luxury house that shelves and retails a number of luxury brands - from Dsquared2 to Marc Jacobs, from Nina Ricci to Iceberg - all under one roof. For the longest time ever, the Indian connect with these luxury brands has rested in the hands of holiday travels and visiting relatives. Thankfully, with houses like Fervour, luxury indeed is at our doorsteps. Not to miss mentioning, all apparels and accessories retailed are one hundred percent originals.

On receiving this top, my reflex response was that how difficult can it be to style a white top. A printed skirt or a pair of shorts with a bright blazer, anything would work. But once I began playing with these ideas in my dressing room, I realized that the challenge herein lied in keeping the look simple and letting the structure and details of the blouse speak for themselves. Which is why, the entire concept of this post is positioned to reflect a play of textures than merely a styling endeavour. These sandals and cuff, I feel, added another dimension to the entire look and incorporated a sense of directional contrast to the look. Finally, not to let go colour completely, I added the mini Dsquared2 cross-body bag from Fervour again.

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I hope you like my take on the obvious. I am thrilled to be announcing the Fervour-Iceberg giveaway winner on my Instagram. Make sure you check that to find yourself getting lucky. And, don't forget to follow Fervour - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.

Wearing - 

Ruffled Top - Dsquared2 c/o Fervour

Pants - Tailored

Bag - Dsquared2 c/o Fervour

Sandals - ALDO (here)

Cuff - Vajor

Earrings - Mom's 

On my nails - Mischievous in 455 by Revlon

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Fruitful Delays

                                                                              

                                                                    

                                                                

                                                              

                                                            

                                                              

Pictures - Sajan Arora

It feels like quite some time since my last post. Well, September is it? Fifteen days down is it? No, not that I am not in 'touch' with the regular, just that time seems to have been set on a bullet. The last I knew I was planning my sister's wedding in February and here we are almost at the threshold of a new year. As much as this period excites me because it brings in all the festivities and celebrations, it kind of gets me under pressure because it also mirrors the journey so far and the milestones that are yet to be achieved. For me personally, I feel blessed to have the kind of people in my life who always help shape this pressure as a positive, launch pad for me to push my limits and seek the various adventures of creativity. It is natural for us to bog down under time frames and targets but we must remember that what's worth it is what has every drop of our sweat and perseverance. Plus delays are never denials.

Luscious fruit prints have been ruling the summer'14 platforms for a while now. The sheer deliciousness at sight attracts me more towards them than an element of associated quirk. Cherries and pineapples did their good, but where a print involves shades of green set against the white - it belongs to me. Hence, these kiwi print trousers are such a score and I simply cannot get over them. To highlight the print to its full potential, I made a last minute switch from a pale pink top to this cobalt number. With the weather smoothing by the day, I can't wait to romance more and more of colour. To add an element to offset this look and another layer in terms of styling, I contrasted the top and mixed prints with the pants by way of my favourite leopard pumps.

I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with Sajan Arora for this post. Do drop by his page and Instagram profile (@sajan_arora_photography) to show his photography brilliance some love!

Wearing - 

Top - Thrifted (some good 4 years old)

Trousers - ZARA (Here) (Love These Too)

Pumps - Dune (Here)

Cuff - Forever21

Sunglasses - Myntra.com

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The Monsoon Slouchiness

                                                                 

                                                                 

                                                        

                                                       

                              

Although our part of the world stands rain deprived, the scorching heat and rising humidity calls for some comfort slouchy dressing. I feel, cotton and linen trousers/pants are an ultimate staple for this season, more for their weather friendliness than the style quotient they impart to the whole look. While khakis and whites  find a permanent place in the closet, I was tempted to try linen in colour. Luckily, the wonderful guys at b:kind sent me a pair in cheerful yellow which not only is a statement piece in itself but also the smile to be worn during the gloomy, rainy days ahead. Rather than going in for a T-shirt or a crop-top, with this look I tried my hand at some summer layering. I opted for a textured net wrap over a nude lace camisole which like these pants kept the whole look light and breezy. Nude pumps and minimal accessories finished the look, much so reflecting my mood for all things simple, stark and minimal.

Wearing - 

Pants - c/o b:kind (See me wear yellow here)

Camisole - Marks & Spencer

Wrap - Boutique in Dubai

Accessories - Thrifted

Peep-toes - Vero Moda (here)

On My Nails - China Glaze Re-Fresh Mint

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Denim Reflectors

                                                                            

                                                                     

                                                                            

                                                                         

                                                                                                                                                 

                                                           

                                                            

                                                          

Much like many qualitative and abstract things in life, there are certain fashion trends that seem to grow on you. You know that one song you didn’t like in the beginning but its eventual replays made you love it, similarly there are certain pieces in our closets that make you cringe and ask yourself, “Do I really own this”, albeit you cannot stop styling it in your head and working out occasions where you can possibly wear them. That has pretty much been the case with these trousers. I received these in December last year courtesy Front Row Shop, and they have experienced some massive dressing room sessions. From crisp monotones to acidic neons, from subtle prints to bright ombres they’ve been introduced to many possible combinations, before they clicked well with the good lord denim.

The metallic trend’s got a whole new motto for Spring 2014 with designers (love this and this) pedaling up mirror metallic and iridescent fabrics. Once reserved for accessories and jewellery alone, this space-age inspired, playful candy-wrapper foil trend prompts a fresh sense of escapism to the always colourful spring season.

With the pants finally out of the dressing room, I can’t wait to style them with simple button-down shirts, crop tops and ethereal white kurtas. If you’ve been considering, picking up on this trend but doubted its wearability, I suggest dive in unabashed. Keep your look simple complimenting it with minimal make-up and fuss free hair and trust me it’s the shine you’ll never regret!

Wearing - 

Trousers - c/o Front Row Shop

Shirt - Ralph Lauren (here)

Peep-Toes - Mango

Haathphool - ALDO

Neck-piece - XOXO Accessories

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Thanking You : 50's And Burgundy Bests

                                                                              

                                                                            

                                                                              

                                                                           

                                                                                  

A very warm hello to all of you. I hope you had a fabulous and enriching first week of 2014. As I start my year on the blog, I really feel I cannot thank you all enough for being a source of constant support and encouragement. Blogging about fashion and your tastes in style, may seem like a cake-walk but trust my contemporaries and me when we say that it is a demanding job to do. Nevertheless, there hasn't been a day when I have woken up not loving what I do and not wanting to do it over and over again. A big credit for that goes to you all. So thank you so very much. Here's to lots of work, lots of styling ideas, lots of interactions and to loving and living your dream. Cheers!

Wearing - 

Coat - Van Heusen (here)

Sweater - ZARA

Trousers - TrimmingsAndLace

Scarf - Promod

Bag - Louis Vuitton Pochette Accessories

Pumps - Dune

Earrings - DIY (like this)

Cuff - Westside

Bangle - Gifted 

Ring - Forever 21

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The Quirkviduality Duo

                                                                                  

                                                                            

                                                                             

As a stylist, Autumn/Winter is my favourite time of the year. It’s the time when you can safely detach your fashion ideas from the conventional. You can throw on a scarf to brighten up the monotones and play around with colours and contrasts like never before. Against the dim sun cheerful prints help brave the cold, much like the vibrant plaids and tartans.
Talking of prints, fashion has forever been revolutionizing prints. I have never doubted the power of a print – be that florals, abstract, whacky, geometric or animal prints. However, post this I have never been surer of the power of a kitsch piece to make a statement like no other. THIS thanks to the pioneer of functional art in India – The Quirk Box. The Quirk Box products besides being fun, colourful, entertaining and a show-door to anything and everything mundane, are inspiring. They draw out a different perception, sometimes subjective, but always let the quirkviduality shine. Case in point this dream circus boyfriend jacket. Initially, my styling ideas were up against the wall with this jacket, but once worn all pieces came together and this statement jacket was ready to shine on.  

A cropped top lends a wonderful balance to the boyfriend jacket, while keeping the femininity of the look intact. My infatuation with crop tops over seasons has grown by the day. Bra tops, crop tees, ruffled bandeaus' or corsets, this is one trend and I vouch for self, is not going to be ditched anytime soon. Statement earrings and some arm candy in neutral tones were my accessories of choice to enhance the look without diluting the glory of our center-piece!

Wearing - 

Boyfriend Jacket - c/o The Quirk Box (Shop)

Top - Promod

Pants - (we've come a long way)

Peep-toes - Vero Moda (last seen)

Watch - Kenneth Cole

Bracelets - Assorted

Earrings - Forever 21

Ring - Thrifted

On my nails - O.P.I Alpine Snow

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Do-It-Yourself : Crop Up

                                                                                

Cropped tops have been the hottest trend this summer with celebrities, fashionistas and bloggers adorning the same with complete aplomb. I have simply grown to love this trend and cannot have enough of it. There are cropped T-Shirts, button-downs, knotted plaids, turtle necks, bralets and corsets…et all. What’s better is that cropped tops which ruled the roost this summer are sticking around for spring 2014 as well. So, ladies let’s keep those crunches going!

Whether paired with leggings, shorts, a high-waisted skirt, palazzo pants or a maxi skirt, a good crop top will never let you down. You can show a little or a lot of skin depending on what you’re comfortable with and you can even opt for half or full sleeves, cutouts, embellishments — pretty much anything! However, this doesn’t mean that you have to burn your pockets to fit the bill. All you need to do is some chopping and cropping and this runway to street style trend is all yours! 

You’ll need:

1. A top/T-Shirt – I picked an old body suit.
2. Measuring Tape
3. Scissors
4. Needle
5. Matching thread
6. Some sewing skills - If this part is a little tricky, you always have your local tailor.  

                                                                            

                                                       

                                                                    

                                                            

                                                                   

                                                          

                                                                     

Steps:

1. Using the measuring tape, measure the length that suits you. Ideally, a cropped top reveals only the midriff.
2. Mark the length.
3. Using a pair of scissors cut along the mark. If you cannot cut along a straight line, you can give it a curved shape.
4. Once done, simply hem the top/T-Shirt.

                                                                                

Trousers - Tailored (here), Top - DIY, Neck-piece - ZARA (here), Pumps - Marie Claire (here)

Style Tip:

If you wish to show less skin, always opt for something high-waisted to go with your cropped top – an A-line skirt, skater skirt, trousers or palazzo pants. This is the easiest way to rock the look! For regular updates on my personal style and much more don't forget to join me on Twitter - @TrimmingsNdLace and Instagram - @trimmingsandlace.

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