Ten Summer Tips!

The summer time sadness is hitting the chords & I only wish if we were making the trips to mountains.In this moment of crisis, I am sharing my secrets for keeping this summer bearable,like a Boss!

It's mid summer already but we still have a long way to go before we usher into monsoon.

In no particular order:  

• Don't Give up on shopping - Just shift to online shopping or mall hopping- There is nothing that brightens my mood more than shopping.I am not a victim either so indoors is my bet.All I am saying is don't die waiting for summers to leave.Head out & stock your closet with happy prints & dose of colors.You will not regret.
• Keep your skin essentials accessible in handbag- With the living in suitcase lifestyle, you cannot afford to miss out on keeping your essentials handy.Instead of getting baked, reapply your sunscreen everytime you step out. Make skin essential's vanity pouch in your handbag carrying a sanitizer,spray, sunscreen(suit to skin type ),hair pins,face wash, lip balm with SPF.A bright lipstick would'nt hurt either. Keep lesser basic things to make them really accessible & not just cluttered.
• Embrace Cotton- I always think more of comfort to skin in summer than excitement of raunchy fabrics.There is nothing like what cotton feels.Embrace Cotton in various avatars like Indian Salwar kameez or fusion cotton dhoti pants.You would be rewarded either way.
• Keep yourself hydrated : I know this is cliched, but you cant miss this, the good skin starts from within. Though I have troublesome skin issues that refuse to die, I never forget to keep myself hydrated enough.Did you know, your mood swings could be because you are dehydrated.Just saying!
• Foot care:  It's summer time & the part which suffers the most is indeed our feet.Dirt & sun-tan,we deserve that foot massage & little spa time.
• Make a white T-shirt & scarf your best friend- If there is anything that you can instantly dresup or down is a white tshirt & a scarf. No dont make it plain vanilla but add your punch of accessories & bright bag along with it.It will keep you summer-proof & all day chic at all times.Recipe to swear-by.
• Denim shorts are for everyone- There is something about denim shorts.We can never have enough of them.Summer is the time ladies!
• Read more Blogs- Not just because I own one*I swear*, it will keep you updated with super ideas from where to hang out to what to wear & how to style,Saving you the over work.Did I say amazing & simple DIYs.
• Backpacking-  Summer is the time to go get the adventurous streak out of you.While I plan some amazing backpack holiday this season, you tread on the same path too.Summer should mean action.
• Have your Dessert First- You don't need to sweat for extra calories,because anyway you are sweating it out. Relax and have it first.Enjoy your ice cream before it melts ;)

Hope you enjoyed the concoction to fun summer. 

For more exhaustive list check this out -

More ideas from me ? Let me know in a blink.

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Muse

Five Best Lip Balms

In a way, this post is summer special because with the heat wave lashing us down, Lip balms are no less than saviors.
Lip Balms should come with statutory warnings for umpteen applications & not be consumed beyond a certain level. I have met people confessing to me of having weakness for consuming them in various flavors.Second Best I have heard after the Cough syrup consuming lot, No please, dont take it as encouragement.Pun intended.

I would be lying if I didn't confess my love & addiction for Lip Balms. After my sunscreen, my lip balm is the second most essential must have that I don't leave my home without. Best bought Handful to have a variety so that you keep switching & to match the mood & occasion.Not that serious theory actually.

This summer, I vouch for these must-haves, till we discover more* greedy grin*

1. Burt Bees- Buy them in various scrumptious flavors & Thank me later. Like Mango, for instance.You will be Spoilt for choice, available at all Sephora stores in the city.

Mango-licious

2. Lush tinted- Ultra smooth Lips with a Tint. Need I say more ? Always on my favorites list.

It Started with a Kiss ?

3.Bodyshop- Use it for Night as it's little bit on heavier side but great recovery.

Passionberry

4.Figs & Rouge Lemon Berry Lip - This was a great discovery mainly because its 100% Natural. 100% Pure. Score for that! Did I also say super moisturize? A Little costlier but then you're worth it .

The Power of Organic.

5.Victoria secret Smooth Kiss: Found this in one of the e-comm, and forever was on my lust-list.To me VS sounds like Luxury & luxury shouldn't be denied *Cracks up*

Some Gloss ?

Pick & choose according to what suits you.These are tried & tested though and can be picked blindly. Happily to be your guinea pig.

Also, Quite a range is avaibale at Elitify if you do not want to step out in mad Sun.Get some great discounts as well. I just want to see a happy you :)

What are you're summer Plans? Basking in Sun or Couch potato ?

Eat.Sleep.Shop. Repeat

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Muse

Making Magic-Met Ball 2014!

I was wondering that what makes fashion magical for me ?
My Love affair with Fashion only gets strengthened when I lay my eyes on such larger than life red carpet looks, when my favorite icons put together their hearts in their attire.
Heart in the dress moments, Okay quote me for that!

It is certainly worth the watch & wait to break down these looks created with such aplomb!
The color codes & the right heels, everything vanity takes a full circle.

Fortunately there is delight more than disappointment * does a click*

The Met Gala, formally called the Costume Institute Gala and also known as the Met Ball, is an annual fundraising gala for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.affair, attended by personalities from the arts, fashion and entertainment, is considered to be the fashion industry's premier annual red carpet event

Here are my Best dressed with my own fashion glimpses, come hop on with me on this fun riot
*adds more drama*
Cue ballgowns for the girls and 'white tie and decorations' for the Men: 

Look 1 :  

Amy Adams wears an Oscar de la Renta dress with Christian Louboutin heels. That's how it is Done! Slicked back hair & No nuance red carpet look. 

It did a score for me, given my love for elegant demure.

Silver Linings

 Look 2 : 

 I like the simplicity of this Calvin Klein look even when it is practically Tomato Red !
 Anne Hathaway in her hearty Red carpet moment.  

Give this woman a red all the time!

Look 3 : 

One glance & you know she has won hearts. Even a pristine dress like this couldnt outshine her!

Lily Donaldson for you, Ladies & Gentlemen too!

White Crush

Look 4 : 

What's Black & White, and is irresistibly Sexy?

You know it, Its Cara Delevingne doing Stella McCartney!

We also know the music background score? Sexy & I know it *winks* Yeah I pushed it.. 

Hello Monochrome.

Hope you went drooling like I did!

Your sore eyes feasted on the sassy ladies, Don't get me wrong here :)

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Muse

I had to do a SJP!

If you're a Fashion lover, the initials are just enough for you to to get the drift.
And needless to say if you've followed SATC series, all of us have secretly wished to own a closet like Sarah Jessica Parker. 

The mother of three launched her own fashion and lifestyle label, SJP, in March this year, which featured her own collection of footwear. Best known for her Golden Globe-winning role as Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City, she was also formerly chief creative officer at Halston Heritage and has launched several best-selling fragrances.
I've few personal favorites from her line which are for the keeps.And her shoe line is my dream. SIGH!

Repertoire her sartorial wackiness & making simple look so classy, breaking down her few summer looks right here & a piece of latest news about her at the end of the post. I am hoping it will help you take cues for your summer closet. Summer is bringing good times, let us make the hay while the sun is shining.

Purple loubies, skinny jeans and flannel shirt. High waists but no fret!

Simple just roll up your fav jean & pick a tee! Yeah that's it.Add Shiney bit.

A SJP Stamp on it! Fluffy skirt & beach waves!

Favorite look for mixing feminine with Luxe sporty!

White and Gold.And White Fedora!

Strut like an egyptian in White. 'Reminder why White should be a staple!

Sarah Jessica Parker for Maria Valentina 2014 Yellow lace sheath dress

Totally summer appropriate looks?

Tell me in the comments below which looks are you replicating? I am going to try all. Let's get some action.

And the news I promised which is all out by now, in case you missed it, Sarah Jessica Parker has been honored for her creative contribution to the fashion industry. The actress will be presented with a CLIO Award next month, the first-ever recipient of the new Honorary Image prize.

Keep the love coming! I promise I will be more regular, Pro Bono!

Sending you guys massive hugs xx

Love
Muse

Wine Carnival

Statutory: 
Few Questions ahead for you.

Do You Love Wine?
Does the sight of nicely made salad excite you?
Does the word food porn means more than just that to you?

Would you like to enjoy your company as much as the ambiance & luxurious blend of cocktails?

Most of you will answer yes. No my idea is not to chew your head but to share the fun I had at a Sunday brunch hosted by The wine Company to mark their association with the The Home of The Traveler at the very exciting destination Cyber hub, Gurgaon.

The event was hosted by JJ Valaya which is a first step to THT’s long term association with all things ‘culturally inspired’ be it interiors, wine or food. The event took in the spirit of The Home Of The Traveler to transcend time, place and cultures offering a global experience.
Sommeliers had taken the guest through the wine tasting experience at each of these zones followed by a gala brunch which I just mentioned *teehee*

It was nothing short of a Wine Carnival that satiated the senses & our palate. The Blogger bunch were definitely the Cherry on the top. Did I say too much?

A round up of the lovely tasteful wine tasting & Gorgeous people: 

Arshad Sen & Deepali Gupta

Dimple Sharma

Do They need Introduction ? L to R : Dimpy Kapur, Aanchal Sukhija,Aien Jamir & JJ Valaya

Synchronized much ?

Contemporary Dressers

Scarves

Casual Chic

 

Lovely Thenny Mejia

The lovers of Fashion & Wine.L to R : Aien,JJ Valaya ,Karishma Bery, Ekta ,Me.

All smiles

Highly recommended Wine-Bistro in ze-town. We need some time off ,right ?

Personal Pictures: c/o my friend & Blogger Aien Jamir.
Thank you AJ & Rawky for lovely pictures.

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Muse

Winter-amaze!

God is Kind, for the days you can dress up for yourself !
I never detested Office wear so much,the monotony is killing. But that discussion may be  is for another day .I am still combating my tendency to crib about office wear but moving on:)

First of all, I am so happy to recreate my winter favorite look for you'all. It feels almost like a comeback & my first winter shoot.

The outfit for me is celebration of Freedom. Freedom from tailored jacket to your favorite sweatshirt. Freedom of styling your favorite flowy skirt with clever sheer stockings. Freedom of making androgyny. So Winter-amaze !

Because sometimes being ridiculously comfortable can still look Great.

Get your sports wear out as the new Fashion buzz word is Sporty & Careless.

Breaking the Outfit for you, bringing my swing with Back to School Outfit :

• Sweatshirt is my wardrobe's new hero.It fits the bill perfectly for Back to school Outfits. Weekends hit I say !
• A Flowy Skirt   can help you replicate all street styles & carpet looks  in split seconds. Transitional pieces that you can take from season to season is trend-wise. Genius,Isn't ?
• Knitted Mufler - Wrap it & You are done.Warm colors work as well as pastels.Think Quirky!
• Ankle Boots Anything that saves you from cold & exceed the fashion-meter score. Nothing can be more Winter Friendly!
• Stockings Sheer stockings(in this outfit) , patterned warm ones stock them all & Dazzle!
• Olive Structured Bag  Off Duty or Formal,Day or evening,Trend right or Functional ?
  An Olive bag is all you need for Grunge. Yes it's IT !
• Charm Bracelet It is bound to sparkle, Chunky bracelet in cobalt blue, in this case.
• Nerdy is the New Sexy !!
  
  
  Before you go crazy with my exclamation marks, here is what I meant :
  
  

  

  
  

  

  Love the Tri-Color!

  
  

  

  Structured Bag in Olive Feat Lavie

  
  

  

  Blurred Lines ?

  
  

  

  
  

  

  
  

  

  My Favorite Shot!

  
  

  

  
  

  

  
  

  

  My Sweatshirt Said "Youth in Revolt"

  
  
  

  Wearing:
  Swaetshirt with Leather accents: Forever21
  Knitted Muf (About 2 years old) : Fashion&You,
  Ankle Boots : Soft & Sleek
  Bag c/o- Lavie ( That caught attention with Beautiful Kareena Kapoor Khan's endorsements)
  Ring: Forever21

  Charm Bracelet-Twist Hauz Khas
  Glasses- Photographer's :p
  
  

  Photography & Concept by TE Capto I Capture You

  Location : Select Citywalk
  Styling : Muse

  
  Our collaboration is not new,this was the last shoot we did together in summer- Breakfree

  
  It is always fun creating something together when you share a great comfort with each other's ideas. Though even after insisting him,he took some close shots against my will but I realized its best left to the one behind the lens.We did accompany each other well during the Shoot & I guess it was one of the coldest days to brave this look , But I am glad I did.

  
  

  The Silly winter is finally leaving us for better :)
  
  Hope you Liked this Outfit as much I did.
  
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  MUSE

  
  

Shop with Homeshop18.com! Republic day Special

A great news for us who love retail therapy! But I know for a fact that world will be a better place if people weren't so pushy during Sales(Pun intended)

But worry not as Homeshop 18 is offering Republic Day discounts on clothes are other products which can be availed using Coupon Code:  RDAY20
Offer Valid till : 24^th to 27^th Jan 

 Bonus Points for : Free shipping & One stop shop variety.

Go Shop Online !

Code applicable on apparel ,footwear , jewellery , fashion accessories , beauty products , home and kitchen products .Offer valid on only www.homeshop18.com , it not available on the TV channel . 

Speaking of the variety they have got, nothing is missed. They have various sections packed for instance Clothing,Footwear,Digital. Also don't miss on their Books Section.

Few of my recommednations you could check here, in random order : 

• You could pick this lovely bright piece by Done by None 
• From Men's ethnic section this Cream Kurta 
• This Pocket book by Robin Sharma Who will cry when you die ? It's a self help book & is a must read.
• Jewellery is for every season. This pocket friendly set by Zaveri is a must have Kundan set
• For skin regimen, you could try this coveted skin treatment by Olay.Olay Total effects

 Go shop, before your wishlist goes out of stock.


Happy Republic Day & Super Happy weekend everyone!

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Muse