Fashion's New Address - India

Indian/Bollywood style is taking the Western Fashion by a storm.
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Hermes took its Spring/Summer 2008 Collection's inspiration from India. And, now, post-Slumdog Millionaire Bollywood fashion is Hollywood's biggest trend.

Hermes Spring Summer 2008

Hollywood babes are loving the Indian fashion. In 2008, Pussycat Dolls donned black sarees at NYC Fashion Week's hottest event Fashion Rocks.
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Pussycat Dolls in Saree designed by Rocky S

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Britney Spears also joined the Bollywood Bandwagon with her Bollywood inspired dress at her Circus Tour in New Orleans (March 3rd). Nicole Scherzinger seems to be really awed by the Bollywood fashion. She particularly loves wearing colourful bindis and dupattas. She was seen wearing Indian-ish outfit at multiple occassions. She wore an Indian dupatta with jeans and had an Indian bindi on her forehead at Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.

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Britney Spears at New Orleans

Nicole Scherzinger (Source and Source)

So what describes the Bollywood trend?

Bright and rich colors combined with fabulous fabrics like brocade, jacquard, chiffon, and amazing beading and metallic embroidery.

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How to wear this trend?

Pick a brocade skirt, beaded tops, kundan or polka earrings or cuffs, Indian inspired prints on your tops or dresses. Or simply wear a saree.

Result? You'll look rich, elegant and yes be prepared for the heads turning for you.
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Click here to buy the Brocade Skirt on right.

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Update 28th March 2009

Nicole Kidman in a nude coloured dress teamed with Indian accessories. Standing next to Nicole is Slumdog Millionaire's Rubiana Ali, they are shooting for an ad. Nicole is wearing a huge kundan necklace and what seems like an Indian bangle.

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Fashion's New Address - India

Indian/Bollywood style is taking the Western Fashion by a storm.
.
Hermes took its Spring/Summer 2008 Collection's inspiration from India. And, now, post-Slumdog Millionaire Bollywood fashion is Hollywood's biggest trend.

Hermes Spring Summer 2008

Hollywood babes are loving the Indian fashion. In 2008, Pussycat Dolls donned black sarees at NYC Fashion Week's hottest event Fashion Rocks.
.

Pussycat Dolls in Saree designed by Rocky S

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Britney Spears also joined the Bollywood Bandwagon with her Bollywood inspired dress at her Circus Tour in New Orleans (March 3rd). Nicole Scherzinger seems to be really awed by the Bollywood fashion. She particularly loves wearing colourful bindis and dupattas. She was seen wearing Indian-ish outfit at multiple occassions. She wore an Indian dupatta with jeans and had an Indian bindi on her forehead at Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.

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Britney Spears at New Orleans

Nicole Scherzinger (Source and Source)

So what describes the Bollywood trend?

Bright and rich colors combined with fabulous fabrics like brocade, jacquard, chiffon, and amazing beading and metallic embroidery.

.
How to wear this trend?

Pick a brocade skirt, beaded tops, kundan or polka earrings or cuffs, Indian inspired prints on your tops or dresses. Or simply wear a saree.

Result? You'll look rich, elegant and yes be prepared for the heads turning for you.
.
Click here to buy the Brocade Skirt on right.

.

Update 28th March 2009

Nicole Kidman in a nude coloured dress teamed with Indian accessories. Standing next to Nicole is Slumdog Millionaire's Rubiana Ali, they are shooting for an ad. Nicole is wearing a huge kundan necklace and what seems like an Indian bangle.

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Stacia Goes to the Office

Gorilla marketing -- that's what us small designers have to do in tough economic times. You've got to get your name and product out there and do whatever it takes. Thankfully, my good friend Thao had tickets to the Office panel discussion at the Television Academy of Arts and Sciences last week, so with goodie bags and look books in hand, we were ready to hit the stars. Although I'm a Leo, I'm pretty humble as a designer and not one to put my face out there or push product on strangers. But these are hard times and pushy is what I must be! Hey, we even left Stacia look books in the fancy bathrooms too (you never know where you'll find a new customer!)

Usually these poor stars are bombarded with fans requesting something from them - an autograph or a picture. So after the event when everyone stormed the stage to "get some", I demurely handed the ladies of the cast little Stacia goodie bags. They were completely surprised by the gesture. For once, they got something instead of having to give. Jenna Fischer (aka Pam), Kate Flannery (aka Meredith), and Angela Kinsey (aka Angela) were so thrilled to receive their Stacia colorful tops and I was equally thrilled they accepted them! Oh, and I didn't forget about the boys. I also gifted lead actor Steve Carell in the hopes he may pawn his gift onto his glamorous wife. All in all, it was a blast to see the cast of The Office (one of my fave shows) and to share a little Stacia love with others.

Stacia Goes to the Office

Gorilla marketing -- that's what us small designers have to do in tough economic times. You've got to get your name and product out there and do whatever it takes. Thankfully, my good friend Thao had tickets to the Office panel discussion at the Television Academy of Arts and Sciences last week, so with goodie bags and look books in hand, we were ready to hit the stars. Although I'm a Leo, I'm pretty humble as a designer and not one to put my face out there or push product on strangers. But these are hard times and pushy is what I must be! Hey, we even left Stacia look books in the fancy bathrooms too (you never know where you'll find a new customer!)

Usually these poor stars are bombarded with fans requesting something from them - an autograph or a picture. So after the event when everyone stormed the stage to "get some", I demurely handed the ladies of the cast little Stacia goodie bags. They were completely surprised by the gesture. For once, they got something instead of having to give. Jenna Fischer (aka Pam), Kate Flannery (aka Meredith), and Angela Kinsey (aka Angela) were so thrilled to receive their Stacia colorful tops and I was equally thrilled they accepted them! Oh, and I didn't forget about the boys. I also gifted lead actor Steve Carell in the hopes he may pawn his gift onto his glamorous wife. All in all, it was a blast to see the cast of The Office (one of my fave shows) and to share a little Stacia love with others.

>>Take The Risk To Take A Stand<<

What I Wore:

Double Looked Ts: Pasar Gedebage Rp.5.000 (less than $1)
Quilted Shiny Vest: Pasar Senen Rp.5.000 (less than $1)
Washed Denim Quirky Pants: Pasar Senen Rp.5.000 (less than $1)
Briefcase Tote: Inheritance from my mum
Patent Mary-Jane Flats: ZARA
And more random bracelets..

Have a nice Monday everyone!!!

>>Never Doubt<<

What I Wore:

Shiny Bikers Jacket: Rp.2.000 Pasar Senen (less than $1)
Printed Sleeveless Ts: Rp.5.000 Pasar Gedebage (less than $1)
Skinny Pants: Rp.20.000 Pasar Gedebage ($2)
Briefcase Tote: Inheritance from my mum
Fringed Boots: ZARA
And random bracelets..

P.S Never doubt HIS character!!..God bless y'all!!

Bangles - the hot fashion accessory

Bangles are the hot new accessory trend this season and flickered into focus on the runway. And if you must have noticed, a lot of them are adorning the wrists of celebrities and would continue to do so.

Even models on the ramp were decked with numerous chunky, colourful bangles, bracelets and cuffs on their arms.

Statement worthy bangles add sizzle to any look. There are variety of bangles or bracelets that you can choose from to compliment any ensemble.
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L-R: Burberry, Zan Posen, Lacroix

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Louis Vuitton displayed African-themed wooden bangles in their collection. Check out picture of Madonna wearing loads of bangles in the Louis Vuitton Spring campaign ads.

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Madonna in Louis Vuitton Campaign

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Bangles are one of the unostentatious ways of accessorising and a must have accessory this season. It is particularly best for all those fashionistas who have a funky side inside.

You can wear chunky bangles with any look - it goes as well with jeans as it does with a sophisticated dress. You can glam up your look with gold bangles or add a splash of colour with colourful ones or can freshen up your corporate attire by adding one or two chunky sterling silver bangles to your suit or business dress.


When it comes to jewellery in 2009, the bigger and more exotic, the better. So goes for the bangles.


Bangles made Fashion Fun this Season. Get our best picks from the high street:

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1 - Hammered row cuff for $6, click here to buy; 2 - Betsey Johnson Sequined Bangle Bracelet for $35 each, click here to buy; 3 - Wooden Bangle set of four from New Look for £6, click here to buy; 4 - Colourful Alexis Bittar Tapered Bangle for $55, click here to buy; 5 - Metallic Bangle Set for £8 (Aldo Accessories), click here to buy; 6 - Threaded and Embossed bangle set for £10, click here to buy; 7 - Embossed Detail Bangle Set (in silver or gold) for £8, click here to buy; 8 - Silver Bangles for £8, click here to buy; 9 - Kate Spade Keswick Caning Bangle for $135, click here to buy ; 10 - Oasis Bangle Set for £12, click here to buy; 11 - Alexis Bittar Two Tone Tapered Bangle Bracelet for $145, click here to buy; 12 - Guess Double G Gold Bangle for £64, click here to buy.


To play it right, wear only two statement pieces at a time either bangles and earrings, bangles and necklace or bangles and ring.

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Check out How you can liven up the outfit with bangles:

- Stack some colourful bangles to brighten up your black outfit
- Team a single oversized silver bangle or multiple bangles with your formals. Make sure you choose something subdued and not OTT, because you are not going to a pub or out shopping, but at your workplace. And you certainly don't want to attract too much attention. Another thing, choose oversized bangle or bracelet not multiple noise making ones.
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How much to spend on Bangles?

When it comes comes to how much you should spend on a good piece of bangle, the best part is you can get a bangle that looks like a million dollar for just $1.

So you need not shell out too much to get a good pair of fashionable bangles. But make sure of the quality before you pick from the street. Some of them use harsh chemicals which can cause rashes or other skin problems. The colour may also rip off and may damage your clothes.

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