The perfect weather...Merry X'mas!

Baby, it's cold outside..but that's no reason to look dowdy! Why not balance the cold outside, with a little show of *hotness* from you! ;) So since i had been preparing for my dreaded exams, i came across a word...Oxymoron-- n styling tips for this super crazy Winter seems like one to me...an oxymoron (put on your leggings, a warmer, a sweater, a parka, a pair of gloves n you're done!) But truly devoted fashion people know that you needn't sacrifice your toes to frostbite for style! I know it! ;)
The abundance of cold weather friends like hats, gloves, scarves, boots, bulky sweaters, coats....all put together can look overwhelming if you're not careful! So this winters, instead of forfeiting style for comfort, keep reading these style tips for some practical advice on looking your highly best when the temperatures drop! N let me warn you...these tips are gonna de-frump those layers, extend the lifespan of your clothing, and breathe fresh air into your everyday pieces.

1) Scarves- They are a perfect accessory with pure style and warmth. Grab a bunch of colorful scarves from your nearest store to add a splash of color to the grays outside. Make sure you check the collection at Madame, Kapsons, Vero Moda, UCB and No Exit.
P.S. Check out different ways of tying them around @ http://www.scarves.net/how-to-tie-a-scarf/winter-scarves.

2) Cashmere- A simple cashmere sweater in solid colors is perfect for the freezing cold outside. Check the collection at UCB, French Connection and Vero Moda and invest in one!
P.S. To add that extra statement to this simple clothing, get your cuffs or bracelets out of your summer accessory box and wear them, on top of your sweaters!

3) A fur Vest- Shop for this uber stylish faux fur vest at Calvin Klein stores and pair over a well fitted sweater. They are really warm!

4) The Trench- Invest in a good colorful parka or a peacoat for the 'too cold' days! Buy a waist-length coat to go with a well fitted pair of denims for a chic look and pair with knee length boots, or a thigh-length one which can be paired up with your jeans or your dresses for it will keep you warm without an extra bulk, and for a more dramatic fashion forward look invest in a calf-length coat- it's selling hot this season! Buy one at FCUK, No Exit or Vero Moda.

5) Cardigans- You can find these at any store around in all possible colors. You can pair these with your leggings or jeans with a nice top or sweater inside.
P.S. Dress these up with a sweet brooch on either side or ends to add to that X-factor.

6)Summer Dresses and Turtlenecks- Turtlenecks are a must have for winters as they keep you warm and can extend your summer wardrobe by wearing one underneath.
P.S. Take out those jumpsuits and plaid shirts, wear with a neutral colored turtleneck to stay toasty! ;)

7) Stockings- Ditch those pair of grandma's leggings for a pair of thick opaque stockings- they are perfect to wear with dresses, long sweaters and long coats and keep you warm without compromising on warmth!

8) Waistbelts- Wondering what to do with those unused waistbelts...then take out your favorite one, dress up in your jeans, tee, cardigan and wear it over the cardigan to tone up the style.

9) Polo T-shirts- Dig out those polo shirts you got. They make a perfectly awesome and low-key undershirt for your winter sweaters.
P.S. Don't go overboard with colors in a patterned sweater, make sure your polo and your sweater look balanced, however play with all the colors in the world when either of the two is a black, white or nude! Try it! ;)

10) Gloves- Buy a pair of colored ones and dump those boring grays and blacks! Or even better ditch a pair of gloves for a pair of colorful mittens! Perfect and cute in winters!

11) Hat- Got a hat! Get inspired from Kate winslet who keeps it stylish n warm with that Fedora!

12) Boots- They are a must have for winter season to keep you stylish without the frost bites. Who thought that all the baby tones could look so stylish put together. this one's my favorite...Natalie Portman rocks this dove, pink and gray trio with those knee length boots.

Follow these and more coming to keep you cozy in winters, and ofcourse stylish! xoxo

Weekend DIY

Whether cut from a pair of denims, balanced with a blazer or seemingly swiped from an old aerobics class, the ultra-short bottoms are "in every single store," says Seventeen fashion director Gina Kelly.  Recent trends steer away from the longer Bermuda-style pants and more towards short shorts. (Think mid-thigh and up.) When worn with heels or wedge sandals, shorts can make your legs look longer and leaner. Pair them with ballet flats or sandals and a silk shirt for a polished, preppy look, or just toss on a tee and a pair of oversized sunglasses to don a classic, retro style.

Short shorts require something more intangible to pull on — and pull off- It's your attitude..spot on! Now this little piece of clothing can burn a hole in your pocket, esp. if you want something trendier. So do as i say. You needn't necessarily spend big bucks to keep up with these latest trends. Just revamp your wardrobe by indulging in some DIY.

• All you need is a pair of humble denim shorts or an old well fitted denim, a flair for creativity and most importantly oodles of patience (it's always worth it!).

• Revamp your oldest shorts inspired by this Zara beauty. Simply stitch a lace panel on either side of the shorts neatly and you have a brand new high street-esque piece in your closet. Depending on the shade of your shorts, you can choose from white, black, beige or even pastel colored lace fabrics.

• One of the easiest ways to spruce up your ragged denim shorts is to embellish it with studs and spikes. A visit to the local market and you will be amazed at the variety of such embellishments available today. Wear this with a tank and accessorize with metallic accessories.

• This one allows for a great level of personalization. Simply detach the existing denim pockets to replace with what best defines you. While ikkat print pockets would be my first choice, you can choose from comic prints, neon patches, a quote or even a caricature!

• Bring out the grungy in you with these Alexander Wang inspired shorts right off the runway. With a razor fray the denim right and add some metallic chains to create a similar effect. Wear with a basic tee for a casual day out or layer with a boyfriend blazer and booties.

• This one is perhaps my favorite! Arm yourself with the same colored lace in varying sizes and then unleash your creative best by overlapping the lace tastefully to recreate a similar effect.

DIY and have fun! xoxo

Tank up on some Tanks!

Tank tops give you a super feminine and subtle edge when in comes to style! They are the best option available for scorching summers, however summers are almost gone now! So this fall, dress up your summer tank top for a sexy and classy look! 

Tank tops are the most versatile of all, provided you get them right! I have seen a lot of girls showing their bra straps from back- don't do that ever! It takes away all that classy edge from the thing! Invest in some good multi-way brassieres and look even better! And above all, Make sure your tank is not too loose or form fitting. 

Now let's discuss some different styles you can adopt with them! 

Roll a Scarf

• A scarf can effortlessly add style to your look.

• Go for some eye-catching patterns in bright fun colors if you have a plain tank top. If you have a lot of details on your tank top then go for simple scarfs that compliment your tank top.

• There are just so many ways to tie a scarf. Choose either and rock the look.

    

Ace it with Necklace

• Glam up your tank with a fine-looking  necklace- contemporary or ethnic- up to you.

• The length of the necklace doesn't matter as long as it is not too gaudy! Just keep it simple! :)

• Pair with skirts, pants, denims or shorts...that's why i called it the most versatile!

• I'm just awe-struck at Kalki Koechlin for carrying off that super cute tank top with a pencil skirt for a red carpet look! Isn't that gorgeous and so effortless! Confidence, ladies...that's all you need! :D

   

Layer it up

• Go for a casual vest over a simple tank for an edgy look. Go for an Indian style ethnic vest with some nice Jodhpuri pants if you are going to a traditional get together. Trust me you'll look like a million bucks. ;)

• Pair it with a cover-up jacket or blazer with its buttons open to get the glimpse of the  tank.

• Add a sophisticated touch to your tank with a bright colored cardigan.

• Wear it with an open button shirt. It not only makes you look chic but also thin.

• Layer your tank with another tank or a thin strap spaghetti top for a cool yet flirty look.

Office look

Tank tops are undoubtedly hot, and though you might be tempted to buy every skimpy, see-through tank top out there or just forget your shirt altogether- don't. Why? Because you can't get away with either of those things at your job. As an alternative, pick out tanks that look cool and say "I can dress like an adult for my 9 to 5," all at the same time.

I recommend you pair most of them up with something like a blazer or pencil skirt for work.

 

 

Don’t have a tank top??? You can get it from Vero Moda, Reebok, Puma, ELLE, Mango, Adidas, ZARA, Chemistry, Pantaloons, Westside, Shoppers Stop, UCB, any local market! For ethnic style tanks, you can shop at Fabindia, Globus or at Global Desi stores! Keep reading! xoxo

Leather Love!

Wow...The last post was 1st August! I just couldn't believe my eyes when I saw that...Yes..I was gone for more than two months...without obsessing about clothes and style! That's definitely not me! ;) I was just too involved in some stupid things that didn't really need much attention. Well, I'm back in time, that's all I can say! :D

So, to start with I had the best week ever in a very very long time, all devoted to myself! New workouts to get in my best shape , an uber-sexy haircut (still pondering over whether to get a few color streaks or not, opinions invited ), and the best of all....Shopping!!!!!! Yaayyy....I realized that I hadn't shopped for even a handkerchief in over 2 months..maybe that was the cause of all the stress! Lol....Anywayys...the stylejunkiee is back and is presently obsessed with this Leather jacket that she just bought (a faux one, however ;)!

Yes, you guessed it right..this post is going to be about the same- Leather Jackets!

A good, sexy, luscious leather jacket a must-have in every girl's wardrobe for the imminent Fall season. And if you don't have one, then don't worry I'm there to help you pick one from the nearest store around you! after scouring the top sites, blogs and stores around me to find the perfect leather love for you.

If you're one of those tough, strong-headed girls and planning to buy one, then these are the destinations for you:

1. Rush to the nearest Calvin Klein's store to get the perfect biker jacket for 8K! I must tell you, it's super sexy...n its hard, practically impossible to keep your hands off that jacket once you get a hold of it! ;)
   
   
   
2. Okay, so now this one is just 10K more expensive, Harley Davidson ladies...but it has got that perfect feminine touch to it...of Pink! Don't worry, Pink leather still doesn't exist...but this jacket comes with this subtle inner lining in the most perfect pink color, n Oh my God the fit's like WOW!
   
   
   
3. Then comes Zara, the quintessential store for all that you need! They've got Leather jackets basic as well as dressed up in all styles and cuts- Be it quilted jacket or the one with embroidered sleeves, they've got it all...Love the one with padded shoulders! If you want one for winters, go for the one with fur on it! What more can you ask for from life...or maybe Zara! These pieces reveal that luxurious feeling of a good leather piece that you'll always have and wear forever. :P
   
   
   
    
   
   
    
   
   
    
   
   
4. Now, if you're little short on the cash, however you love the look of leather but prefer to keep your paws off the real thing, what you need is Faux leather. I've found the perfect place for you to find them in sharp shapes and styles, and trust me they are pretty darn good, and have the fit of a bodysuit! Okay, enough of that...now when i tell you that they have 4 different styles in 3 different colors in faux leather jackets, you're going to rush to the nearest Vero Moda store. The prices vary from 3K to 3.5K.....Yes you heard it right! :p

 

Anybody can pull off a leather jacket. Although, there are three things you need to keep in mind before buying one:

• The correct fit for your body

• The correct color for you

• The right style for your personality, 

And then you need other items in your wardrobe for your outfit and of course some accessories that are gonna complete your look.
Wear a pair of perfect fit jeans (Know your fit @http://stylejunkiee.blogspot.in/2012/05/jeanie-jeanie-on-wall-whos-got-bestest.html), a t-shirt or tank top and pull on your jacket.
You can pair it up with a scarf, or you can wear your leather jacket with a skirt or a dress, Watch the video for more:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgekTvgt05g&feature=related

You can pop up the sleeves of your jacket just to give it a little edge! Its time you chase your leather love girls! xoxo

Get Layering tips from Meera!!

In the world of Bollywood movies where fashion trends generally take a back seat, giving way to all that’s showy and skimpy, Diana Penty’s character in “Cocktail” comes as a refreshing change. Her style statement through the movie is all about layering, and she plays it up with the hottest colours of the season: pastels. Her ever evolving personality and lifestyle is reflected in her wardrobe choices. The one thing that stays constant is her penchant for layering, be it cardigans, jackets or wraps.

Meera’s casual outfits are composed of jeans, capris, vests and floral tops. Here choice in colours like pinks and light blues add to her youthful charm. She wears everything from crocheted vests to shirts to long cardigans, and cinches them with a slim belt over the waist. A chunky bangle every now and then, long, beaded necklaces, and a couple of roomy totes are all the accessorising she needs.

What I loved most were her blazers in floral prints, polka dots, and even stars. This is part of her work-wear look (she’s a designer by profession, remember?), but she stretches it to her-evening wear look too. If you are blessed with long, slim legs like her, you can opt for short-jumpsuits, like the one in the hit song “Tum hi ho bandhu”. However, for those who feel that looking sexy is outside your comfort zone, you can try long jumpsuits for a perfect day-to-night look. Wear a blazer over it, and accessorise with a pair of heels, stacked bangles, and a clutch for instant glam. Like with Meera, layering can be your key to chic.

Lioness..anyone!!??

Long time huh! Well what to say...light issues, studies, work...n above all laziness!!! I believe its high time to get my ducks in a row! N of course, how can stylejunkiee be sleepjunkiee!! So to start with...i was talking to one of my friends about how gorgeous Serena's (Gossip Girl star) hair is...blonde, untamed n glossy! I browsed a bit about her style and have a few tips for you to create that wavy, out-of-bed, lion mane! Keep reading..

I remember the time when everyone (including me;) wanted straight hair...and i swear i regret those 6 hours i spent burning my hair!! Anyways, i long for my natural waves!! Poker straight hair is good for a high pony, no doubt. But, this season is all about beachy waves, super curls, unkempt hair, fringes and sexy short hair. Lion mane hairstyle was earlier thought to be good only for Halloween but thanks to models and actors for sporting them on runways and movies...<grinning>

I mean…who could ignore Serena's hair in GG or our own Sex and the city star Sarah Jessica Parker who has sported frizzy and wavy lion mane hair in most of the series and movies. In the recent Bollywood flick CockTail, Deepika Padukone has changed her hair up from her usual style and looked gorgeous. It looked natural, unkempt and added sensuality to the character that she played. 

How to achieve a lion's mane hair style?

• It's all about adding volume and more volume to your hair.  It's called 'lion mane' because like lion it looks lush/luxurious and swept back from the face and is thick and full. You can get this look at home without visiting saloon every time.

• Use a volumizing shampoo to wash your hair (washing hair previous night saves a lot of time) and use a very little conditioner (since it tends to soften the hair and will give it a silky fall which is exactly opposite to what we are trying to get here). 

• Blow dry hair while lifting it from the roots until it is slightly damp. Braid all the hair into several small braids if you want curls or tie it into a high bun if you want just waves.

• Let the hair dry naturally (or just sleep over it)

• Unbraid/loosen hair and comb it backwards to untangle it. Back combing is a great way to achieve bouncy and voluminous hair. 

• A good hair spray comes handy here. I personally like TIGI products. Start from the front with a tiny section of hair, spray it generously, crimp it and then push it forward (over your face). Keep doing this until all the hair is sprayed and crimped in tiny sections and pushed forward, then flip your head back. 

• Adjust the hair with finger tips or a brush very slightly. 

 AND

You are all set to rock! Lioness ;-) XOXO

Go ethnic the Fabindia way!

Fabindia is synonymous with Indian handicrafts and fashion, weaving together the traditional and contemporary. The brand started off with handloom furnishings slowly graduating to domestic fashion retail, filling a void in the market for modern Indian fashion. The brand strongly emphasizes on the promotion of indigenous craft through their contemporary designs, by paying tribute to local artisans from rural India.  

Fabindia shares a few trends for this summer. Key trends in the latest Fabindia collection for men, women and kids:

This summer, stay cool and stylish with Fabindia’s Summer Prints & Mulls – an exciting collection of garments for men, women and kids. Add a touch of chic to your ensemble with fresh floral prints and patterns in soothing shades that speak of summer.

For women, the collection brings you kurtas, tops, tunics, skirts and dresses in smart cuts and silhouettes such as tie ups, ruffles, shoulder panels, empire lines and kalidars that are all the rage this summer. Made with light and breezy fabrics such as cotton, mull and chanderi, the garments are available in variety of shades such as green, pink, turquoise, lilac, olive, orange and more. For interesting combinations of craft techniques with contemporary twists, watch out for embroidered linen tops and mull tops with kalamkari motifs, summer dresses with Chikankari work printed khadi tunics.

For men, the collection includes a wide range of long, short and super kurtas, regular and fitted shirts, as well as bush shirts in pastel shades ideal for the season. 

For kids you can choose from bloomer sets and dresses in pure cotton with schifley work.

To accessorize, take your pick from the range of jewellery showcasing ear rings, necklaces and pendants made using materials such as glass beads, metal and pearls. Complete the look with crochet bags, clutch bags with embroidered floral motifs and pouches in brocade. Time to shop Fabindia! xoxo

Emerge Stores

Emerge Store at sec-10 Chandigarh..collection for girls!

The collection covers a variety of tees and tops, knee length casual dresses, rompers, colored jeans, trousers and colorful pairs of shorts!! There are canvas bags in funky prints and varied styles like shopper, waist and sling bags...spongebob bags too! :p