The Black & White Picture

Simply call it Black and White or give it the latest ‘it’ term ‘Monochrome’; the classy two-tone look has made an appearance back at the runways and streets. Big names like Balmain, Chanel, Valentino and Marc Jacobs have all stirred up the runway with Monochrome through their A/W2012 and S/S2013 collections. And why not? Since in this sea of trends it’s hard to differentiate yourself, black and white sets you apart effortlessly. After facing the print storm of Spring Summer 2012 fashion weeks, B&W runway trend has acted like a cleanser in the chaos. 

Play with contrast accessories while keeping B&W in the background. The tint of colour will make the colour stand out. You don’t have to pull out all your big guns for those special dates. Just finish the duo with bright lips, some gold-tone jewellery and pulled back hair to make a bold statement. 

Want to do the monochrome look. Take a leaf out of Koovs' Spring/Summer 2013 Monoplay collection.

1. Sequin Detail Leggings: Getting extra style points for its versatility, this pair of trousers is made for both office and out. These slim fit, mid-rise and ankle-showing pants fit the criteria of in-trend, statement pants!

Hot Tip: Pair it with a white upper and let the opposites attract. Add contrast heels and swept back hair to heighten-up sophistication.

2. Bold Striped Maxi Skirt: Stripes seem to top the never-out-of-fashion list. Tap the trend with this striking skirt from KOOVS. B&W combo makes both colours pop out.

Hot Tip: This skirt, a body-con top and statement heels, Girl, you are ready to hit the high street!

3. KOOVS Jersey Outline Midi Dress: A LBD with a monochrome twist, this midi dress is a must-have for every fashionista. Its contrasting criss-crossing lines make the dress wearable for even plus size figure.

Hot Tip: Break the lines with a bright belt or pair it with black tights fail-safe look.

4. Square Frame PrintedSunglasses: Now that’s a how classic gets new avatar. Patent square frame turns funky in B&W print on these cool sunglasses from Carlton London.

Hot Tip: Add these to your monochrome casual or single-coloured dressing and let the pair speak your style.

5. White watch with H-Shape Dial: With the dial set in the shape of brand's iconic 'H' initial, this Hilfiger timepiece works well for both boardroom & party. The rose gold finish at the edges brings an affluent feel to the watch. Sturdy white straps of this analogue complete its fashion-function feature. 

Hot Tip: Add a bohemian twist by wrapping some metal-finish bracelets along. 

6. Studded White Sandals: This season, we just can’t get enough of studded pieces in our wardrobe. These white wedge-heel sandals with studs glamorously set on the multiple straps are a cool take on the rock and roll style.

Hot Tip: Work this pair with anything from ethnic to western. Matching white accessories would be a plus point.

Summer Colorama

"Colours are the essence of style. Without colours fashion would be just another bland subject that the elites converse about."

It seems that neutral and bright colours will be setting the trend this season.

Tangerine tango, a bright orange is the numero uno hue for boldness.  Orange will be so dominant; you can choose from tops to flip-flops every other outfit in orange.

Lemon yellow is the colour for pleasant days. Wear it with a white skirt and yellow flip-flops. Or keep it cool with grey pants and shoes. Get bolder and match it with the next colour: Bellflower. It is the shade of purple for this summer. Get tee shirts and shrugs in this shade.

Get vibrant with cobalt & lilac. You can make this work on almost everything, dresses to frocks to tees to shirts. Printed shirts in these colours worn with dark pants will look great. Sum it up with bright melon bags.

Rosy red is the best option for cosmetics and summer clothing. Make it bold with belts and shoes in this colour. Experiment it with contrast colour stoles and derive your own street style. Next up is sodalite blue; it goes well with all the colours in the palette. Get a floral print halter neck and comfy flats in this colour and wear it with the tactical blue-green colour cockatoo, pin it with a light green coloured bag.

Colours such as cream, light pink, coral & peach are to be worn with brighter pastels & tones, order some pants in these colours and top it with dark shirts and you are set for the whole summer.

White, being the ideal colour for summer, would look simple and elegant paired with black. Get some dotted shirts in this combination and liven up. Wear black with Nude hue, a distinctive colour which will be trending. It is versatile and would bring out a unique look. 

Balancing is the key; regardless of what you pick, the right balance of colours will do the magic. So head out and plan your style with colours this summer.  Play cool, misty, romantic, twisty summer with colours mounted right on your stylo!

Paint your own Canvas, Wear Light!

"Whiskey is the best in booze, Canvasses are the best in shoes"
                                                                                      - Style Monk

So what you have been focussing only on Blacks & Whites, when it comes to running shoes? So what you are 55? So what your feet is broad as Tortoise’s! Canvases have all fittings ready to give you comfort! Yellow, Peppy Green, Mauve, Oh Yes, call out any hue, and the shoe has it all for you. They are trendy & they are cool, they play with colours and they are always available, here, there and everywhere! Be it any season, Canvas shoes are evergreen, drench, soak or hold a sandstorm, we have always wanted more. Usually woven in a wide range of texture and colours, Canvas shoes suit almost every outfit and every mood.


Talking about the whys’ and why nots’, the passion for these shoes are buttered with comfy and affordability. A little variation in style happens: Ankle length Canvas shoes are designed to look casual and they own the chic look. The rubber sole and Canvas finish completes the finesse. Wear these and let the matching strings and inner-lining do the style talk. Go ahead and pick your choice now. Show them how you board the bold train and go an extra mile, when it comes to style! 

Laptop Bags Typo

Often said, immensely followed –What you hold onto, pretty much defines the way you carry yourself.  Take a decade-long turn, and today we have a tech-savvy world, with almost 15-50 year old, carrying a laptop and tablet, blending into the technology quickly.

We all have our fears, finicky lobes and muddled-zones of the way we carry and manage our laptops in our routine. Yet again, it is easy to make an error in choosing the right bag. Here are some cool and appropriate suggestions to carry your laptop, in your very own Fashion! Talk about carrying laptop to workplace: the most regular ones are the carry cases with single-shouldered straps, often referred as Messengers. These bags have multiple compartments and pockets for keeping your accessories, documents safely. Unless, you want to double-safe your laptop, we opt for Laptop Sleeves. Laptop Sleeves are compact, sleek and simple, mostly made of lightweight elastic material for ease. A new trend in style, one can carry a sleeve in hand bags, backpack or any of your regular bags!

The most common and multi-utility accessory is the Backpack. Laptop Backpacks are generally designed with separate compartments for the Laptop Notebooks, accessories and extra space for other mundane objects. Backpack often becomes a life-saver: if you are planning a night stay at friend’s and rushing to work the following day. These are extremely comfortable and easy to use and they match with every outfit.

Another type of laptop bag is the ‘Wheeled Laptop Bag’. Specifically designed for the purpose of travel, these are regular travel bags armed with laptop compartments. The best features for the uniqueness of these bags are their add-on features like guaranteed shock-proof layer, another layer for water resistance and evergreen polish.

Quick Look up, before you choose a skin for your Laptop:

• Material should be water-resistant, unless you want to fat yourself by stuffing the bag inside your shirt during a sudden downpour.
• Thumb rule – The bag should not weigh more than your Laptop/Notebook.
• Pick what suits your style and whack. If you come from a fashion work scenario, you are mostly free to pick vivid bags of any style.
• The regular pointers are to look for utility, style, trend, surroundings and most importantly your outfit.  

Let the technology, hang another persona to your style.

Catch the breeze at work: Summer Dilemmas

Boys have their fears of scratching their head off in heat, after all they are boys! So, they dress up light and stay cool, yet again, the work closet doesn't sync with the need.

Here are some tips to get your closet in-sync with weather and work.


1) Keep it light.
Dress light with Tropical Light Weight Wool, Cotton or Linen, they are made to allow air-flow.The lesser known tropical weight wool is the perfect material for formal suits and pants. Go with clothing which allows maximum airflow, that is to say: no tight clothes and no loose-fitting clothes either.


2) Keep it simple.
Cut down experiments with formal wear. Go with classic light colour shirts like pink, light blue, cream with dark colour semi-formal pants. Light colours look soothing and classy on formal occasions. Prefer button down half-sleeve shirts on casual Fridays. Nothing looks more formal and presentable than tidy, well pressed clothes. Get that crisp crease and semi-formals will automatically look formal.


3) Wear Undershirts.
This is a conventional but a rather good idea, wearing a cotton undershirt or a vest proves
useful. It absorbs sweat and keeps the shirt intact.


4) Wear Suits Without Lining.

There will be occasions when you have to wear a suit or a blazer. Order yourself an un-lined or a half-lined suit. Get them Tailor-made. It doesn’t take a genius to figure out why, but half the time we just forget this. Here too choose between cotton and tropical wool for the material.

Try not to be lethargic with your accessories. Giving attention to details is never a waste. Pay attention to accessories like shoes, belts, cufflinks and even socks. See to it that your belt and your shoes match and keep your shoes polished and shiny; they’ll grab more attention than your outfit. Wear Moccasins and prefer brown or tan coloured shoes and belt. Wear cotton socks, preferably white.