Bags are something that can ante-up a basic silhouette without putting in much effort. With celebrities promoting an array of seasonal bags on airports to promotional meets, it has become one accessory that’s an amalgamation of style and utility. In the league of bags, leather ones deserve special mention. They are sophisticated, long lasting, refined in terms of look and are an absolute favorite of designers and fashion editors alike. Here are three luxury bag brands from my favourite shopping destination Select CITYWALK that you can indulge in. HIDESIGN If you are someone who loves the old-school charm of leather bags, then Hidesign should be your go-to place. With finely stitched handmade bags in a variety of styles and sizes, HIDESIGN caters to everyone’s needs. Based on the trends at the New York Fashion Week, I have shortlisted two handbags that will go with your 9 to 6 wear. You can pick them from their store at Select CITYWALK. Trend | Sling Bags (source link) This season, it’s all about being compact. Sling bags in a variety of shapes and color schemes are not only cute but are high on utility as well. Pack up your lipstick, plastic money, and energy bar in the sling the bag across with elan! Trend | Bucket Bags (image link) Bucket bags are back on the trend list and have become a must have accessory this season. Launched with a new twist this time, bucket bags have become more colorful, with feminine touch and softer fabrics. Plumette handbag by Hidesign is ideal for those who prefer backpacking rather than slinging; for a day out. Not to forget the intricate floral leather embellishments, apt for the summer/monsoon season. DA MILANO DA MILANO is another luxury brand which caters to the leather bags category. Delivering an …
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Delhi Winters are getting intense as the days pass. (Wonder what’l happen during New Year) As most of the Delhi is rushing over to the woolen stores to grab their layers of clothing, the fashionable are flipping their wardrobe, and taking out those biker jackets, cashmere, faux fur (I am anti-fur person) and boots!! Following the latter, I bring to you the exclusive Fall Collection 2012 of Calvin Klein Jeans from their Select citywalk, Saket (Delhi) store! This season CKJ is focusing more on the “Metallics“ Stretchable Shiny Metallic Jeans Shiny Hand Bags Basic Metallic Dress (Experimental psst. cocktail Dress!) Color Blocked Metallic Dress But those who wants to stick with the sober side can find warm color palette to please the winters. WARM COLOR PALETTE From cool shades of Blue to Pastels Fold able hand bags… Me Like! (In many patterns and colors to chose from) Calvin Klein Jeans Winter Collection ’12 BOY ZONE Like always they have formal, semi formal and casual options for Men! Shirts, Pullovers, Sweatshirts and Jackets to chose from. Stripes, Cross or even Solids are the mood of Shirts for the winter Collection. The best time of the year to wear Denim Jeans. The Calvin Klein Jeans tees up with exciting offers. For that semi formal look, opt for a check print shirt, warm trousers and this college bag. Thriller night eh? Bright Bomber Jackets to break the dullness of Winter. You still need those shades to glam up an outfit! Lovely Isha did not hesitate to pose for me. She was already wearing a goth themed outfit, complete with killer piercing and her Ombre hair. All that she needed to complete the look was a Biker Jacket and a Lap Top Bag. Do check out Calvin Klein Jean’s collection if you want that metallic touch to your Winter Wardrobe, …
Continue readingWhile wandering the high street of DLF Select City Saket, I was taken over to a shop in one corner, which to me seemed like yet another unknown cosmetics brand. But when I entered the premises, I thought I had entered paradise.I was in Crabtree and Evelyn Store, DLF Select City, Saket. Well, to be pretty honest, I had never heard about this brand, until now. I was awestruck by the soothing color splashes on delicately crafted collection, the infusion of thousands of perfumes, all providing a deep spa transit for my nostrils, and when I actually tried their hand care range, I was in love with my hands. (Like love at first sight) :p What the company says ? Founded in 1972 by Cyrus Harvey, Crabtree & Evelyn has evolved from a small, family-run business – specializing in fine soaps from around the world – to an international company, well known and respected for its original fragrances, luxurious toiletries, gourmet foods – and gifts for those who enjoy a sophisticated lifestyle. Long before the natural and wellness movement became popular, Crabtree & Evelyn was wholeheartedly embracing the riches of the natural world, introducing product ranges made with fruit, flower and plant essences. We are dedicated to creating products and gifts that transform the ordinary rituals of daily life into extraordinary pleasurable experiences, and deliver upon our goal of Preserving A Fine Tradition ®. The products are absolutely amazing. The first use only makes you feel and see the difference. They have various product ranges dedicated to a particular ingredient, or perfume.To be pretty honest, I loved all of them, but I still have few of my favorites 😀 They have wide variety of special therapies for your body, well they are a double treat actually, with all those aromas, it provides aroma therapy as well. One …
Continue readingWell although this post comes pretty late, but still never too late eh. So I got this brilliant opportunity to meet up fellow fashion bloggers, in this amazing event planned by Akshita Jain from colorific. My personal thanks and congratulations to her on holding such a great event, on such a large scale. Me and fellow bloggers were very excited as the date for the event was approaching.We had everything planned up. To start with I met Bharti from CrazyPopLock . And to be honest, we talked everything but fashion to start with.Hahahahaha!! And she was looking like a goth queen, with all the dark kohl, funky tee, electric hand bag and funniest badge I ever came across :p Me and Bharti Next we both were suppose to meet Komal from TheDelhiFashionBlogger. Since we had met before, we were so happy meeting up again. Like old school mates meeting after a long time.Lolz. She was hiding her curls behind a veil, which looked absolutely stunning as we reached the event venue. Komal When we reached the venue,The Second Sin I was jaw dropping over the beautiful interior decorations they had.And the best part about the event was, that we had seperate lounges for seperate blog writers genre. So we were able to catch up with fellow fashion bloggers and chit chat. No more chit chatting now! Enjoy the photographs 😀 Akshita from colorific with a fashion blogger (sorry I forgot your name 😐 ) Starting from Left : Awungshi from Dr.PoisonIvy , Bharti from CrazyPopLock and Aishwarya from BlingStruck (Awungshi is busy posing *awesomeness*, bharti is busy texting :p, and aishwarya is busy clicking) The bar of The Second Sin, MGF Metropolitan, Saket *drooling* (and yeah they served free beer!) The buffet area of The Second Sin, love the decor with wine bottles. The …
Continue readingAfter having a successful store cover of TOMMY HILFIGER, and receiving such a great response, I was so excited to go on and cover another amazing store for you. (Well I hope the coverage grows with time ^_^) So this time I got the opportunity to cover FRENCH CONNECTION store in Saket. The moment I was inside the store, I could feel the cooling effect of the color palette, the texture and the designs, specially crafted for hot Delhi Summers. First I checked out the MEN’S SECTION! They have a good color palette to offer when it comes to Polo Shirts. The texture was perfect for summer dress ups. Well if you are a serious kind of a person, who stays in the office more than casual hang outs, then fret not.Because FCUK has a great formal “summer special” collection for you businessmen out there. You get variety of sleeves to choose from, along with some sober patterns especially for formal look. But if you have a date and want a semi formal look, they have great shirts + tees combination teamed with cool half pants. Ultra fashionable and comfortable are the words to describe this collection. You can experiment by adding belts, scarves and sunglasses. And when I focused on the WOMEN’S SECTION, I was just so happy to see the “TANGERINE FEVER” taking toll on FCUK as well. There were different types of tangerine tops, dresses and even blouses. There was a wide variety of formal, semi formal and casual collection to choose from.The best part being, the majority of the collection was in cool colors, with a very small percentage focusing on the warm colors.In casual tees I could find great variety of nautical patterns. There were variety of dresses in the collection as well. From Summer Cotton dresses, …
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