Dressing Up With Joy

September 21, 2014

Lookbook : Last Day Of Summer 2014

How to style a white jeans, JCrew Andie Chino Fit, July 4th Outfit Ideas,
 White pants after Labor Day? Someone alert the Fashion Police!! LOL! The Summer of 2014 is about to end (Sept 22 is first official day of Fall!) but I am still not over with the preppy looks that a pair of white pants/jeans provide! These white chinos from JCrew is a summer staple that can very well go into fall with cable knit sweaters and ankle boots. These chino pants fit true to size and are are thick enough to avoid the transparent-white pants look! I love them!
How to style a white jeans, JCrew Andie Chino Fit, July 4th Outfit Ideas,

How to style a white jeans, JCrew Andie Chino Fit, July 4th Outfit Ideas,

How to style a white jeans, JCrew Andie Chino Fit, July 4th Outfit Ideas,



Are you still hanging onto Summer, or excited that Fall is here?
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September 18, 2014

#Trending Now : Fall Florals

As a self confessed floral print lover, I am of the view that florals should not be just for the Spring/Summer. With the crisp autumn knocking on the door, I am looking forward to the floral prints in earthy tones, deep hues and thicker textures. Here are my 10 favorite pieces ready to bloom in fall!
Fall 2014 Floral Trend, Floral Print Midi Skirts, Vintage style floral prints
Skirts - 1 / 2 / 3


Altuzarra For Target, Floral Bomber Jacket, Floral Print Kimono
 
Sweater & Jackets - 4 / 5 / 6 / 7


Scarf & Shoes - 8 / 9 / 10

I am excited about fall even though I know I will soon get tired of the cold!! But pretty flowers make every season beautiful, don't you think?
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September 17, 2014

Lookbook : Playing It Cool

How to style a boyfriend jeans, Outfit Ideas with boyfriend jeans, GAP boyfriend jeans, Striped Pumps, Bow Pumps
 Before the fall sets in with all its chilly might,  I decided these boyfriend jeans can make another round on the blog. Love the way a comfortable, slightly loose BF jeans fit and works with heels, loafers or sneakers! I paired mine with the striped bow pumps to give this easy outfit some polish. Easy style that is effortless and put together - that's so me! (or me, most of the time, LOL!)
How to style a boyfriend jeans, Outfit Ideas with boyfriend jeans, GAP boyfriend jeans, Striped Pumps, Bow Pumps

How to style a boyfriend jeans, Outfit Ideas with boyfriend jeans, GAP boyfriend jeans, Striped Pumps, Bow Pumps

How to style a boyfriend jeans, Outfit Ideas with boyfriend jeans, GAP boyfriend jeans, Striped Pumps, Bow Pumps

Shirt / Jeans  / Bag / Belt (On sale now and extra 25% off!)

How do you style your BF jeans?
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September 15, 2014

#NYFW Lookbook : Brushstrokes Florals

 I love classic, feminine floral print. It never goes out of style and looks pretty without being obvious. This brushstroke floral blouse worn over the same print strapless dress (both items I have had in my closet for years!) makes a perfect blouson look dress. Black and ivory color combination gives it extra sophistication - perfect outfit to wear to Badgley Mischka and Naeem Khan shows at New York Fashion Week!
Brushstroke Dress, Black & White Floral Dress, NYFW Street Style, Ann Taylor Party Dress
Top - Ann Taylor 
Dress (worn as skirt) - Ann Taylor, See THIS dress for a VERY similar look
(Love this Midnight Floral Dress too, now 40% off)
Shoes - Vince Camuto / Similar
Bag - Fossil
Brushstroke Dress, Black & White Floral Dress, NYFW Street Style, Ann Taylor Party Dress, Lace up Booties, Vince Camuto Sandals

Brushstroke Dress, Black & White Floral Dress, NYFW Street Style, Ann Taylor Party Dress, Lace up Booties, Vince Camuto Sandals

Brushstroke Dress, Black & White Floral Dress, NYFW Street Style, Ann Taylor Party Dress, Lace up Booties, Vince Camuto Sandals, Fossil red Satchel 'Erin"

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Photo Credit - My blogger friend Zahra of lovezahra.com
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September 13, 2014

Lookbook : New York Fashion Week SS2015

The semi-annual fashion circus in New York got concluded. We all love or love to hate NYFW, and interestingly for the same reasons - the big hoopla about the fashion trends, outrageous clothes on the fashionistas, the crowd of bloggers and photographers at Lincoln Center! I love to follow Fashion Week as it is a great source to find out out upcoming fashion trends and even if you don't want to buy high end brands, you can still translate those trends in your wardrobe. Case in point - my skirt in the outfit below. Silk midi skirts and flair dresses were a big part of  Tibi , Kate Spade, Lela Rose, Carolina Herrera, Badgley Mischka Spring 2014 collection (which I had a pleasure to witness last year), but I had no plans to spend $$$ on one skirt (not that anything wrong with it if you can afford!). So I did the next best thing - I got the skirt custom made by picking up taffeta fabric and asking my trusted tailor to make a similar skirt for me! Results are great if I say so myself!
Silk Midi Skirt, Emerald Green Midi Skirt, Full Skirt Outfits, NYFW Street Style
 Top - Zara / Similar
Skirt - Custom / Similar 
Shoes - Nine West / Similar
Silk Midi Skirt, Emerald Green Midi Skirt, Full Skirt Outfits, NYFW Street Style

Silk Midi Skirt, Emerald Green Midi Skirt, Full Skirt Outfits, NYFW Street Style, Zara Tee Shirt

Silk Midi Skirt, Emerald Green Midi Skirt, Full Skirt Outfits, NYFW Street Style, Zara Tee Shirt
So, here is to great fashion trend forecasts and Fashion Week frenzy - whether you love it or hate it!

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September 11, 2014

Travel Like A Pro For A Stylish, Carefree Vacation

I love to travel and as I have my family scattered around three continents, I kinda have to travel too;-) The travel brings fun, adventure and wisdom in life, but it also brings anxiety of packing! In today's world the air travel is heavily scrutinized and we have to be more pragmatic about what to pack and how to pack it! Specially the necessities like sunscreens, medicines and feminine care products like Carefree liners to keep you fresh all through your vacation!
As most of you know, I was traveling to India recently and I had to pack for the whole family for whole 3 weeks! For my packing, whether for a weekend or a month, I still apply few basic rules -

1. Pack outfits and accessories that can multitask. For example a knit jersey maxi can be worn as a dress or as a cover up if you are on a beach. A fedora hat can be worn with jeans or a dress and can protect from the sun while making you look fabulous.
2 . Pack basic colors and mix in some fun prints to repeat the pieces and still make your outfit look fresh.
3. Always think of check-in and carry-on packing! I make sure to keep one special outfit and one pair of sleeping clothes and my thin Carefree liners in my carry-on luggage in case my check-in luggage doesn't show up on time! 
4 . Pack your silks or delicate fabric dresses in a plastic bag first to keep them from wrinkling. A fresh trash bag works as well as an expensive zippered garment bag! 
Here are some of my other favorite tips and tricks for packing.


How to pack smart, Packing tips for weekend vacation, Packing tips for air travel

How to pack smart, Packing tips for weekend vacation, Packing tips for air travel, How to pack jewelry for travel

How to pack smart, Packing tips for weekend vacation, Packing tips for air travel, Packing tips and tricks


How to pack smart, Packing tips for weekend vacation, Packing tips for air travel, Packing tips and tricks
 Glam media has produced a fun and useful little video full of tips and tricks for easy packing! Any traveling fashionista needs to take a look at this:-)


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*Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Energizer Personal Care via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Energizer Personal Care.

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