Blue is the color of passion; I love every bit of this denims and chessboard summer look. This look is perfect to the point where I would not even change the nail color. The ensemble brings out a personality that spells confidence, great taste and finesse......Shelly wears a sequined-in-a-chessboard pattern crop top over a pair of denim shorts washed down to a mid tone. She couples it up with a western style over-shirt with a wash to match and sleeves rolled-up to the elbow. The choice of half-black rimmed retro gradient shades (I adore, never take them off!), nail and lip color and her neatly center-parted and tied into a pony hair is pure sophistication. A black leather purse, a gold rimmed watch with black leather straps and another-name-for-comfort Converse All Star high top shoes in black are practical, non-fussy and classy accessory choices; another tick on big sneaker trend at the moment.

Armed with her Nikon DSLR  Shelly is out to capture into her lens images that inspire......and I did too!

Shelly Sarkar is a fellow blogger and blogs at By The wear.

Crop tops are a rage now; considering our traditional dresses being the saree blouse, ghaghra choli; we have been the most comfortable baring the midriff with elegance and élan so go ahead and try one out. 

Shelly Sarkar

Shelly Sarkar

Shelly Sarkar

Denim Shirt : Gap

Checkered Sequin Top : ASOS

Shorts : Thrift store find from Sarojini Nagar

Shoes : Converse

Bag : KOOVS

Street Style Diaries Mumbai- Armaan Randhawa

Shawl lapels on a jacket are normally seen on tuxedos that one would wear to a black-tie event or on a smoking jacket. The dapper Armaan Randhawa shows us a way to wear it with a casual flair!

Armaan is the designer and co founder of the label 'ARMAAN AIMAN' along with his partner Aiman Agha. Know more about their LIFW Spring Summer 14 presentation here.

He wears his SB(single breast)suit with a plunge neck T in white. I think if a suit is well cut as is in this case you don't need more the a white undershirt to rock it! I love the color Royal Blue, the matte textured weave of the fabric and the contemporary fit, basically everything about it. The length of the trousers is perfect and just grazes his ankles.

He keeps a neatly trimmed mo-beard with the so-now undercut hairstyle with a mild puffed top. A watch, a ring on his thumb and patent leather shoes in black finish off his casual-chic suited look with a shawl lapel.

Armaan Randhawa

Armaan Randhawa

Caught my eye

In the club

Summary - Five Days with Esha

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Five days Five looks - E S H A

                     

Five Days Five Looks One Pal - Day 5

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To discuss a big ticket project Esha has to go for a meeting with a publishing house. Corporate elegance is what she has in find while putting her ensemble together. A passionate stylist Esha wears her heart on her sleeves in a heart-print shirt that she wears over a textured skirt in off white.

The pearl drops, the jacket and her metal chain-sling and her Dior peep-toe pumps make an elegant and compelling argument.

Esha 

Esha 

Esha 

Esha 

Photography : Divya Tak

Skirt : Zara

Top : Only

Jacket : Mango

Shoes : Christian Dior

Bag : Small shop in Madrid

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Caught my eye

Back detail- Multi metal chain

Five Days Five Looks One Pal - Day 4

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For a luncheon at a friend's beach house, Esha wanted to let her hair down. The temptation to run down the beach at sunset to touch the waters and cool your heels is hard to resist....specially when a bunch of girls just wanna have fun!

Esha wears this interesting short/long wrap-tie-up dress in a powdered sea blue base with sun faded floral print all-over. The dress is designed for maximum freedom of movement and hence an ideal choice. A sleeveless trucker jacket in denim, a carry all tote and a pair of slip-on flats complete her resort look.

Hair eager to kiss the breeze Esha is ready for some fun on the beach.

P.S: When planning a beach/resort look ensure that you work with minimum number of pieces that are easy to put on and allow you maximum ease and movement. Easy Breezy should be your keywords.....Have fun!

Esha 

Esha 

Esha 

Photography : Divya Tak

Dress : Export Surplus Shop, Bandra

Jacket: Benetton

Bag: Michael Kors

Slip ons : Tory Birch

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Five days Five Looks One pal - Day 3

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Esha has a Fashion show-for-a-cause to attend, front row, followed by high tea and ending with a sundown soiree at the chic manicured gardens of a 5-star venue. 

She chooses this amazing Grecian draped dress by the James Farreira that took my breath away. The Ombre' going from soft hibiscus red to a carrot orange blending in at the waist is a fabulous pairing of color don't you think?

She wears a double string pearl and shell neckpiece in gold, a gold neck choker and a broad gold cuff to complement this Greek Goddess look. Unafraid of adding more color, she chooses a pair of bold color blocked peep toes  for footwear in fuchsia, royal blue and black. I love this footwear choice simply for the fact that is adds a zing that make her look fab from tip to toe. A safer footwear choice wouldn't have been able to do so. She finishes her look with kohl lined eyes, soft hibiscus lips and hair swept back into a messy bun on the side with her tamed curls trying to break free.

Esha Amin is ready to set the temperatures of this garden soiree soaring!

Esha 

Esha 

Esha 

Photography : Divya Tak

Dress : James Ferreira

Shoes : Nine West

Neck Pieces : Curio Cottage

Cuff : Colaba Causeway

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Spotlight Feature : Swarovski Mothers Day Collection

Celebrate Motherhood – the Sparkling Swarovski way with perfect gifts for Mum

This Mother's Day, celebrate your mum's special place in your life. Swarovski's Mother's Day jewellery and sets collection offers her lovely memories which she can wear daily and  on occasions as well to cherish your bond..select from exclusive pendants, earrings, bangles and rings that can also be paired into sets to let her wear these pieces in many ways and looks

Here are my favorite picks of perfect jewellery from Swarovski's 2014 Mother's Day Set Collection. These everday pieces start from affordable price range of Rs 3050/- to 16600/-. So go ahead and let her know how precious she is by gifting her one of these, or all!

Tennis Set

Inspired by Swarovski’s bestselling Tennis bracelet, the Tennis Set includes a beautiful necklace and pair of clear crystal stud earrings. The necklace sparkles all around with clear crystals. Easy to mix and match, this design offers simple yet stunningly delicate feminine elegance. This piece can be worn on an evening spent well between a mother and daughter.

Vintage Set

Vintage Set is an ideal gift! This rhodium-plated set will make any woman feel like a princess. It includes a necklace and pair of pierced earrings. Each piece features a sparkling, open-back clear crystal drop in the prong setting enhanced with clear crystal pavé. The pendant comes on a chain

Astrid Set

Add a touch of fresh,flaunting the Astrid Set along with floral elegance with this rhodium-plated pendant. With clear crystal petals and an Aquamarine crystal center, it is ideal for everyday wear.

Hot Collar Set

Make a statement of feminine sophistication with this refined, rhodium-plated collar. It features two rows of Vintage Rose and clear crystals. Sparkling in nude tones, this Hot Collar Set is easy to combine with almost any dress or elegant outfit. Add the matching earrings for extra impact.

Meringue Necklace

A final touching tribute is this magnificent rhodium-plated Meringue Necklace oozes sophistication. Shimmering in deep blue tones, the stunning Montana crystal centerpiece is highlighted by a magnificent gradation of crystal colors set in pavé. Wear this unique piece with the matching earrings to create a truly breathtaking ensemble.

Vittore Ring

Timeless and elegant, this delicate gold-plated Vittore Ring is a true fashion statement. Sparkling on all sides, it is embellished with delicate chatons and will make you shine day and night. Price-Rs 4280/-

Arrive Pierced Earrings

Simple, feminine, and refined – this pair of rose gold-plated Arrive Pierced Earrings is ideal for everyday wear. Each one presents an oval-shaped crystal surrounded by an embellished frame. Price- Rs 3370/-

Five Days Five Looks One Pal- Day 2

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Esha has to meet a friend today she hasn't caught up with in a long time, for a coffee. In a cheerful mood that she is, she pulls out her on-trend pieces, all different and mixes it up with a panache that comes with experience and in the end her pattern-play sits wonderfully together. 

Esha wears a deep U neck T with a very interesting Aztec-Geo-Skin horizontal pattern over a tone-on-tone patterned sequined skirt in off-white, both trending equally hot this summer! She puts on a waterfall cardigan in a print that a very modernist leopard skin representation with almost hand-painted spots in colors. The girl loves her metals and a gold cuff with set-in turquoise, leather envelop clutch in silver with all-over tonal studs, and her gold monogrammed pair of belle flat shoes in black finish her look!

Every piece that Esha dons is a conversation starter and I'm sure the girls catching up would have easily moved from coffee to dinner!

P.S: Mixing different trends skin prints-sequined surfaces-aztec/tribal prints-studded pieces-metallic together could be overwhelming. While creating your mix be careful that your entire look doesn't overpower your personality. If you can rock it like this go right ahead! 

Esha

Esha 

Esha 

Esha 

Top : Only

Cardigan : Vero Moda

Skirt : Tarajorman

Clutch : Ayesha

Ballet Shoes: Hermes

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Five days Five looks One pal : Day 1

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I am happy to bring to you the third edition of my Five days Five looks One pal with Esha. Earlier you have seen Prasad Ramamurthy and Sudipta Nandi featured in this story where digging deep into the wardrobes of my pals I bring to you 5 distinct looks, which portray different shades of their personality.

Esha is a vivacious and much talented designer. She has created a niche for herself in styling celebrities from Bollywood, Television, Sports, Runways as well as budding Miss India hopefuls. It was quite a task to edit from her envious collections of clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories, to bring her to you in 5 different avatars over the next weeks.

Today Esha is styling a Bollywood diva for an event and once done she has to be ready for a photo-op as well. Being a stylist she is always on the run.........so into the bag go the black stiletto sandals and the exquisitely gold embroidered and quilted jacket with a touch of neon. What she wears inside is pure comfort of a white camisole and a pair of form flattering slacks in black with gold zipper detail. A pair of always-in-my-bag flats lets her through all the frantic activities of the day. She poses for me just before going out for her photo-op.

The transformation she brings about with her jacket, her heels, her kohl lined eyes and rose lips and her brushed-to-a-side hair in a pony is amazing.......all in the span of 5 minutes!

'You have to think on your toes' she says.

 

Esha 

Esha 

Esha 

Esha 

Camisole : Aeropostale

Slacks : Zara

Jacket : Manoosh

Bag : Charles and Keith

Sandals : Nine West

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Spotlight Feature: Hidesign Mother's Day Collection

Still wondering what to gift your mother on mother's day. Here's a great suggestion

Organizing memorable birthday parties, staying up all night during your exams, nursing your hurt knees, getting you your favorite graduation gift, she’s done it all. Over the years she’s been your mentor, guide, best friend and mother. This Mother’s day, let her know how much it means to have her in your life.

Celebrate her unshakeable faith, undying love, strange ways to fix things and genius ways of knowing just the right words when you need them. This year let the classic bags from Hidesign speak your words of gratitude and love. These beautifully handcrafted leather bags will add to her grace and charm. Surprise her with the iconic Lolita handbags from Hidesign and make her feel loved this Mother’s day.

Whether she likes a dash of color or prefers the classy browns, Hidesign has just what it takes to impress your mother this year. Step into the nearest Hidesign outlet and grab a stunning bag for her or surprise your mother in her city by ordering from the online boutique which is just a few clicks away at www.hidesign.com

Price range: Rs 2,795 Onwards

A sneak peak at the collection

Ascot 1- Rs 4995/-

Ascot 2 -Rs 6795

Lolita 1- Rs 5995/-

Lolita 3- Rs 2795/-

Polo 1 -Rs 6795/-

Available at all Hidesign stores across India February onwards. Join www.facebook.com/hidesign and www.twitter.com/HidesignHQ for regular updates. Shop online at www.hidesign.com and avail free shipping to anywhere in India!

Street Style Diaries Mumbai-Daniel Franklin

Casual meets Classic

At many occasions when I have spotted Daniel he's almost always been in a pair of shorts! This Milan trained stylist for Elle surely has taken the onus upon himself to make 'a pair of shorts', replace the trousers menfolk have to wear to work. Given the summers in Mumbai it seems like the right thing to do, logically. I am glad he has not let norms guide his choice of comfort and unique individual style.

Daniel seems to be a fan of classics pairing his black pair with a Vivienne Westwood high button down collared shirt in classic white. A bit more place for his quirks is seen in the choice of his Polka-dot socks, again in black-n-white paired with classic leather high-top shoes. A leather tote in black completes his look that sits perfectly in the middle of a casual and formal look!

Daniel Franklin

Daniel Franklin