Every once in a while we come to a point where we need to
break free from the excess and indulge to the authority of minimalism. How
often can you dress yourself in nines? We all need to return to basics every
now and then. Sure, dressing in minimal can be a bit mundane and trite but
think about it, making a statement with a lot of efforts every single day can
be tiring and exhausting.
Finding the right footwear to match your floral spring dress
or thinking what looks good with your figure on a daily basis can sure be
frustrating. If you’re a born fashionista then it’s a different thing. Well,
for those of you who feel the need to shun away from all that glamour and keep
it understated yet chic once in a while then follow these basic rules.
White Top: This is the first basic outfit you
need to incorporate in your wardrobe. White tops go with anything. Wear it with
jeans, skirts, wear it under a jumper, you can wear a white top with almost
anything. Casual, semi-formal a white top always looks great. For a casual day
out with your mates, team a white top with denim shorts and gladiator sandals
or sport the classic white top with blue denim look. For an evening hangout
wear it with a nice skirt or skin-tight pants. And, for work-wear, team the
white top with a high-waisted pencil skirt for a simple yet classy look.
Denims: A must have item otherwise also.
Denims are a tool to any fashionable statement or even when you want to keep it
minimal. Classic, modish and elegant, denims are the most effortless way of
making a statement. When nothing is working out in your wardrobe, just pick a
denim, a blouse in any style and a pair of simple thong sandals. If you have an
event to attend to and you’re in no mood to dress up, denims can work wonder
and make you stand out looking all glamorous and trendy. Pick a fitting denims,
a crop top or a strappy blouse and adorn a sexy sky-high gladiator heels and
you’re sure to make a statement that is subtle and chic at the same time.
A black dress: An LBD is a must in every girl’s
wardrobe and LBD’s come in great help when you want to keep it low. Adorn a
basic LBD with pumps if you’re heading to office. Team it with a pair of
sky-high platforms if you have to attend a party or an event and for a random
day out or an evening hangout, wear the LBD with cute ballerinas or thong sandals.
The Little Black Dress, something that has been there and something that is here to stay. LBD’s are totally worth spending your moolahs on as it’s an on-trend item all throughout your life. They are one versatile outfit in your closet as they can be worn for formal occasions as well as casual events like a dinner date, clubbing, social events etc.
Even if you already own loads of LBDs, the thing is they are never enough. With new designs coming up constantly in the market, it’s hard to resist. The ever-popular lace detailed LBDs have come with even bolder and trendier style this season. Think tough, bold, clean structure and standout details. And there are these ladylike silhouettes with a classic cut for an elegant feel.
You could also play the siren card with curve-hugging body-con styles. Pretty and simple is always a win but if you’re ready to take it to a very fashion forward way, go for the rich, bold and daring cuts. And as for the simpler ones, you can always team it with bold accessories such as big statement clutches, retro pumps and jewelleries.
Short Black dresses: If standing out in sophistication and understated is your thing, short black dresses are your staple wardrobe pieces. These short dresses come in different styles too. You could opt for short dress in peplum style for an old Hollywood glamour or detailed with laces for a sexy and sophisticated look. Wear the lacy style short dress for a hot dinner date or a glamorous event. The peplum style can be sported on a fashion night out or on an elegant event. Be sure to adorn super high heeled retro pumps and statement clutch bags with it.
Black Party Dress: A black party dress is the easiest way to look all spruced up and dressed to the nines. From tube style to one shoulder or even thin spaghetti strap style, there are varieties of party dresses. Pick according to your body type. If you’re thin and lean, almost everything will suit you but if you’re a plus size, then stick to the basic party dress. Don’t try anything that is unflattering to your body. Tip: Avoid anything tight and flashy, that will make you look even more portly and outsized.
Taking cues from the 60’s and 70’s, the gypsy look also known
as the bohemian flair is making a bold stand in the fashion world. The look
that was associated with wild, free spirited women dressing in long skirts and
dresses with big shaggy hair is now a super chic trend. The trendsetters and
fashionistas have managed to turn this hippie style to a fast growing trend
that is adorned by many all over the world. And they have also brought their
own twist to this bohemian style thus,
making it very flamboyant and feminine with vibrant colors, mix of patterns and
giving it an exotic touch.
Gypsies
are known for their sensuality, and wild bold sense of beauty. If you’re a
sensual and free spirited girl with a bohemian lifestyle and you want to take the
bohemian clothing to the max then here’s a little something for you.
First
you need to stock up your wardrobe with bohemian dresses, gypsy pants, bohemian
jewellery in fact, everything bohemian. Mix floral silhouettes, colours,
frills, flowing chiffons with gypsy motifs and multiple patterns. Bring in a
lot of maxi dresses, maxi skirts, palazzo pants, floral tops, jumpsuits, boots,
sandals and gladiators. Accessorize with lots of bangles, necklaces, headgears, sunglasses and over-sized tote bags. Don your hair in loose curls bound
with scarves or some bohemian hair-pieces like a feather may be. You could also
let it flow naturally or try fishtail braids. On the make-up, keep your eyes
smoky with dark shades and go full red on the lips. Now keep in mind not to go
overboard with the make-up or clothing because you might end up looking like an
outdated hippie. You could refer to some products from KOOVS as there are a lot
of bohemian stuff that is sure to make a modern gypsy statement.
Bohemian Dresses: From bold florals to ruffles and
tribal prints, these dresses are statement bohemian pieces.
Bohemian Footwear &
Bags: Without these
totes and gladiators the modern gypsy look is incomplete. They are a
must-buy!
- G. Sri Ramya
If you ever took an observant trip to a garden, you’d be
surprised to learn what the most trivial of beings could offer to the concept
of fashion and more importantly fashionable clothing. Even if you did happen to
notice, what is most likely to get noticed would be the flora and then the
fruits. Prints like the cherries and floral have been popular adaptations from
nature, and then there are some beings that conveniently go unnoticed.
Who would have thought insects would ever be capable of
inspiring a fashionable mind. Then again, great inspirations often come from
the most unexpected sources.
Bugs, bees and butterflies have given us revolutionary
prints. These tiny creatures have gifted fresh and vibrant patterns to drab
clothing.
Borrowed From The Bug- While the dotted pattern is popular,
its resemblance to the ladybug or ladybird might be a conscious coincidence. A
comfort top or a skater skirt in the famous polka dots can make your attire
cheerful.
Beautiful Butterflies- The array of sizes and colours that
butterflies exist in are incredible and when these natural beauties are
replicated on garments, the grace they bring is amazing. Tops, tunic dresses or
shorts in butterfly prints attribute a fun and breezy feeling to your ensemble.
Comely Honeycomb- The is one of the
most interesting gifts of nature. Its translation onto garments brings an
angular, edgy yet feminine feel. Leggings, trousers, tops or dresses in honeycomb
pattern are a chic and atypical way to define your style.
Inspirations for some of the most applauded designs on
runways have been drawn from unusual natural species. If you’re not too much
into curious clothing but like to add some fun to your garments these prints
are just where you should start from. You must’ve had your encounter with the
floral and fruity prints, so this Spring/Summer it’s time for the inspiring
insects!
honeycomb pattern
