Belts trends 2013

Fashionable belts 2013:

Belts are the most on and off kind of accessories, which make striking entry into the fashion world but are short-lived. Therefore to make most of the current belts craze (before it vanishes), the celebrities and fashion followers have adorned their outfits with different belt styles, only to stay tuned with new additions.

Let’s have a look at various fashion trends for belts 2013 that beyond any doubt makes passage into your wardrobe.

1)      Wide belts:

Flying over from couture garments to the elite creations, wide strapped belts have become indispensable accessories to celebrities and socialites, to flaunt off their fashion sense.

The wide belts would be apt for stardom parties or awards and best located at waist.

2)      Corset belts:

Corset belts are meant to accentuate your feminine looks and show off the curvy edge of your side. Corset belts are available to meet different style needs ranging from buckled leather corsets to laced bow corsets.

Corset belts could be spotted as casual trendy wear to elegant party wear and are best located above the waist line.

3)      Chain belts:

Chain belts are one of a kind that would add magical touch to your simple attire and transform it into a couturier garment. They are available as simple interlocked chain belt or multiple strings of chains hanging low from the waist.

Chain belts look impeccable as a waist line on one piece dress or as a low hanging accessory to give sporty look to the dress.

4)      Embellished belts:

Embellished belts can be a beaded waist line belt, embellished fabricated belt, studded buckled belt or a laced crystal belt.  Embellished waist line belts would dominate the waist line curves while the laced crystal belts are meant to be added below the bust line.

Embellished belts are indispensable for bridal collections and a decent choice for leisure wear.

5)      Bow knot belts:

A delicate addition to the outfit, the versatility of the bow knot belt lies with its varying size of bow knots, suitable for different forms of clothing.

Bow knots gets low with size for sporty collection while can be exaggerated for feminine dress collections.

 Do not forget to upgrade your closet with latest belt trends! Do share your favorite in comments below.

Voguish black.

Voguish black:

What’s the first color that comes to your mind, when you have to pick up the wardrobe for cocktail parties, a casual luncheon or gala get-together? With no second thought, black leads the color palette and one among tint love of most of the ladies. Keeping the latest trend worries apart, black allows a narrow escape from fashion critics, and let you experiment with your frame of style.

Outfits in black, pave way for being adventurous with accessories and go beyond the fashion norms. So next time when you pick up a black dress, make sure you keep it simple enough to compensate it with trendy accessories, and mind you sky is the limit!

Few socialites were spotted around the corner, caught black handed!

1)      Sravani Sreekakulam:

An entrepreneur by profession, she does not distance herself from fashion and makes sure her closet is upgraded with chic and stylish trends.

Outfit – Black laced dress.

Accessories used – The New York pink pendant scarf, well coordinated with simple studded ear-rings and a silver touch watch.

2)      Sweeta sachdeva: ( right in the picture)

A socialite to name, her deep love for fashion keeps her in line with latest trends, only to create a fashion statement of her own.

Outfit – draped black dress.

Accessories used: silver strings at neckline and the sensuous white pumps that added glam factor to the black outfit.

3)      Maulika terala:

An aspiring photographer, she is well aware of the angles that could make her look elegant and astonishing. She absolutely justified the two piece black dress and got rightly captured too!

Outfit – straight fit formal black dress.

Accessories used – The lime light of the outfit is taken away by the leather boots ruffled at ankles, adding feminine touch to the black dress.

4)      Sravanthi veloor :

With Classical dance taken up as a hobby, she finely blends herself into the latest happenings from fashion and makes right combination of moves with accessories.

Outfit – knee length sleeveless black top, enhanced with white shrug.

Accessories used – Nude color wide leather belt that gives trendy touch to the outfit.

 I would like to thank my friends who spontaneously agreed to share their pics to update the readers of my blog, with current trends.

Do share if you were on a trendy way with black, by posting in the comment below...

Trendy scarves 2013.

5 Must have scarves for spring 2013:

Scarves have travelled long way from serving the functional purpose of mere wrap around neck, to topping on the cake, without which any outfit would look insufficient. Fashion houses constantly update the accessory trend for each season, and the ruling accessory for spring 2013 is none other than a rectangular piece of fabric, our dear scarf!

Scarves were seen in various prints, fabrics and embellishments added, to create breath taking scarves trend for spring 2013.

If you have missed any from the latest trend, just have a look below and cloak your favorite, as they are available for online purchasing.

1)      Ruffled scarf:

The beauty of ruffled scarf is beyond the fashion limits, with its most stylish and glamorous detailing of ruffles. This would convert your simple boring attire into pompous one, in a blink of an eye.

2)      Pendant scarf:

As the name goes, Pendant scarf serve dual purpose of jewellery and fashion statement in one go! Pendant scarves range from simple stole pendants to heavy beaded necklines, to style tag your ensemble.

3)      Bow scarf:

The chiffon and silk textured stoles are versatile enough to be draped around your neckline as a bow or tie pattern. Contrast colors or dual color scarves with finishing hemlines, vow to turn the heads.

4)      Clutch scarf:

Fashion has no bounds and so are the trends. Scarves are no where defined to be meant only for necklines. Is it? Well, it was this myth proven wrong with recent appearance of printed scarf along the clutch that set the clutch scarf trend on rage.

5)      Hair band scarf:

With no innovativeness, scarves served as head bands in runways was just reviving the retro fashion in contemporary style, only to make sure it does not fade away with time. They were also used to braid along with long hairs, marvelous! isn’t it?

Though there are many printed scarves traded in fashion market, the above made an entry for being most trendy and stylish. Let us know, your favorite in comments below.

shoe trends 2013

Shoe trends spring 2013:

As promised, I am back with latest fashion updates and this time it’s about the crazy shoe trends, picked up straight from London and Milan runways. Shoe trends for spring 2013 witnessed transparent and embroidered high heeled shoes, dominating the runway cat walks.

Neon colors, metallic shades and floral prints were other welcoming designs for the footwear collection 2013. And, for those who do not have sky scrapper shoes as their cup of tea, kitten heels and bellies are great sigh of relief.

1)      Sandal boots:

Inspired by the architectural designs, the so called gladiator shoes look chic with leather skirts, hot pants and cropped tops. These breezy boots are apt for the spring, allowing enough air passage to your skin. They come in various length proportions varying from above the ankle to up to knee length.

2)      Kitten heels:

Mid heels are all in with latest Valentino’s collection of wide range of kitten heels to add sparkle to any kind of your outfit. Be it a cocktail night or a romantic date, kitten heels available with leopard prints, multi colored floral patterns, studded and lace patterns are all outrageous.

 3)     Wooden platforms:

Of late, wooden platform sandals have taken a great leap in demand for their most comfy factor, which allows you to pop them in with casual attires or on a wacky girl’s day out. Ranging from high heels to full base platforms, let your convenience have a say. 

4)      Graphic prints:

From apparels to accessories, Opposites are making waves in fashion industry 2013; white and black and graphic prints are setting trends for fashionistas, making them one of the tempting collections for spring. They are the most versatile shoe trends and a refreshing change to your wardrobe.

5)       Fluorescent:

The bright neon colors of sizzling yellow and pink are anything but mush have collection to your ethereal style and elegance. The wedge pump in shoes could add x-factor to your simple attire combined with likewise color necklace or handbag.

6)      Embroidery:

Inclusive of all bright colors, embroidery shoe patterns are unusual artistic touch to spice up the straps and buckles with knits, sequins and lace. Ankle length and pointed toes mid heels embroidered sandals are longing shoe trends of the year.

7)      Transparent shoes:

Transparent shoe trends are the most inclined shoe trends for 2013, available as ankle strap heels, toe pointed heels, lace up heels and wedge heels. These are the kind of wearable shoes, which does not require you of any catwalk lessons and poise.

8)      Snake prints:

The color palette of spring 2013 is reflected in the various snake print collection ranging from hues of blue and black to metallic shades of gold and silver.  Not confined to high heels and pump in shoes, snake prints could be seen on flats too.

9)    Multicolored shoes:

Wow! That’s the only expression to be used to define its beauty and elegance. Different blend of colors give your feet an adorable look to flaunt with a plain white or black dress.

10)   Corals:

A unique combination of pink and orange, corals are the chart-buster of spring trends 2013 to be flaunted as jacket, lip colors, coral make up, hand bags, tops or as do-away fashionable shoes.

 what are you waiting for, go grab your favorite! 

Best of Lakme India Fashion Week 2013.

Top 5 designers of Lakme India fashion week 2013:

Lakme India fashion week is considered to be the most prestigious fashion show in India, held in the capital city of fashion, Mumbai.  The Lakme India fashion show 2013, witnessed many blooming designers of India who showed glimpse of their contemporary costumes, down the runway. The mastered arts of the top-notch designers like Manish Malhotra, Shantanu and Nikhil were certainly incredible.

Though there were amazing creations displayed by all the designers during the 5 days show, quite a few top the list,for their just so wow! Factor.

1)      Mansih Malhotra:

Dedicated to the eminent beauties from Bollywood and the century making of Indian cinema, the designs were purely inspired from different eras in Indian cinema. It started off with grey and neutral flare skirts collections of 50’s and ended up with netted sari and see through blouse of the 21^st century. The tight fitted dress, bell sleeves, traditional embroidery and semi flared saris were very much part of his collection. The color palette which comprised from hues to pastels were flawlessly incorporated in his creations.

      

         2) Nikhil Thampi:

Inspired by ideologies of American top sculptor, Nikhil Thampi creations with fish motifs could be seen in long flared tops, mini skirts,jackets, trousers and elegant gowns with minimal patterns and cut-outs and unique combination of yellow, black and white.  The colors are well compensated in the prints, cut works and fabrics like crepe and net to create a soothing collection for summer 2013. Bollywood attractions to the show included Shahid kapoor, Mughda Godse and Genelia.

3)      Anushree Reddy:

Topping the talent box at Lakme India fashion week 2013, with palette of pink dominating the floral prints, Anushree Reddy’s Indian ethnic collection was much more than the usual bridal display. The appealing necklines, the accentuated waist lines and the stylish flares with net and chiffons were the most lustrous collection to die for!  The collection was the most wearable targeting fashion needs of the modern women.

4)   Naeem khan:

An indian based designer in America, Naeem khan has clients profile ranging from Bollywood star Katrina kaif to Designing for first lady of America. He makes his debut to the show with his western style collection customized for Indian women which includes the unique “ball gown sari”. His color palette includes sparkling colors like tomato red, navy blue and emerald green.  Embroidery and surface ornamentation were his style statements which were well balanced with smart cutouts and pattern works.

  5)  Namrata Joshipura:

The grand finale of Lakme India fashion week concluded with ultra sophisticated collection by virtuoso designer Namrata joshipura. Inspired by the POP Tint Lip shades of Lakme absolute, Neon pink, bold red, yellow and high spirit orange, were part of her creations. The fluid fabrics, the shimmered silhouettes, the body hugging outfits were her spectacular clothing styles that were beyond comparison. Kareena kapoor in popping pink Pant suit put a royal end to the most anticipated fashion week.

You could share you favorite designer from Lakme India fashion week 2013 in the comments, if missed above.

Black dress accessories .

5 ways to accessorize your black dress:

The color black is elegance in itself and a safe choice, if you have missed to update your wardrobe with latest fashion trends. Dressing in black promptly conveys a chic look when combined with right set of accessories.  This pitch dark color acts as a Good Samaritan and converts your simple wardrobe into the most voguish one, by its easy to blend attribute with any contrasting shade.

Only the thumb rule with black remains that, it is incomplete without high heels. So dare not to experiment with low height sandals, embarrassing your little black dress.

1)      Animal prints :

A combination to never let you down, animal prints would effortlessly sync with your little black dress and add flawless detailing to it. Animal prints can be poured in as a clutch to add poise to your hands or as scarf wrapped around the neck, taking away the lime light. Make sure you balance your jewellery with simple diamond or stone studded earrings and bangles. 

2)      Metallic:

The metallic shades of gold and silver would add irresistible flavors to your black attire, making them on par with any other elite designer dresses. Having a copper bow wrap around your waist in combination with high heeled ankle strapped shoes would add wow factor to entire attire. The eye makeup would be a highlighted with metallic shades, keeping the neckline and hands untouched.

3)      Neon:

A touch up of neon accessory to your simple black dress would do wonders and put you on trendiest note ever. A style statement not to be questioned, neon could be counted in as pumps or handbags which have been the most fashionable accessories for spring 2013. Adding neon would keep use of other accessories like jewellery and make up out of bounds.

4)      Statement necklaces:

Statement necklaces are just so in, making your dressing efforts minimal and yielding maximum results. In just a go! statement necklaces transform your simple attire in to the most noticeable one. It could be contrast colors, beaded ones, mixed colors or neon colors; they compliment the black dress or any other outfit with uniqueness.

5   5) Purple Stockings and pumps:

Another great way to transform the boring look of your black dress in the most dashing one is by adding contrast stockings under it. Purples have been termed as the most desirable contrasting to black, to be added as purple pumps, stockings, belts or any other jewellery pattern. The purple touch to a black dress would put you in vogue again!

What are your combinations with black, do let us know in the comments below.