Dressing Up With Joy

July 10, 2014

Lookbook : Fruit Prints

Jcrew Factory Shirt, Fruit Prints, Tropical fruits prints, Summer outfit ideas
I love delicious oranges, juicy pineapples and tangy lemons in the summer time! No I am not talking about fresh fruits (although I do love them too!), I am talking about the fruit prints that have taken the front and center of summer prints lately! This J.Crew Factory orange print shirt was my companion for my recent trip to the New York Botanical Gardens. 
Jcrew Factory Shirt, Fruit Prints, Tropical fruits prints, Summer outfit ideas

Jcrew Factory Shirt, Fruit Prints, Tropical fruits prints, Summer outfit ideas



The mid morning diffused sunlight, beautiful flowers, succulent plants and a stretch of greenery made up a perfect summer day full of quality family time. 

Top / Jeans / Hat / Shoes / Bag

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July 7, 2014

Lookbook : Retro With A Modern Twist

Full skirts, 50s style midi dress, Retro Style Dress, eShakti black dress
 There is something about a full skirted midi dress! I am not into vintage style that much, but the 50s housewife style full, voluminous skirts with conservative hemlines (they are making a huge comeback, BTW) steal my heart instantly. I love this eShakti dress ( I got it customized to add more length to the skirt) for the subtle drama of it - it wants your attention yet pretends to be demure, like a pretty girl who knows she is pretty, but doesn't want to admit it loudly, just waits smilingly for the public to acknowledge that! ;-)
Full skirts, 50s style midi dress, Retro Style Dress, eShakti black dress, Zara Two Tone Pumps

How to wear retro dress, Vintage dress with modern style, Zara Crop top

How to wear retro dress, Vintage dress with modern style, Zara Crop top
Dress - eShakti 
Top - Zara (Similar on sale now)
Shoes - Zara (Similar Here and Here)
Bag - Target (Super sale, less than $8 now!!)

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July 2, 2014

#Trending : Botanical Prints

Succulent palm fronds, luscious fern leaves, giant rainforest plants and blooming hibiscus flowers are coming to your closet this summer in a big way! Botanical prints have been a 'trend' every summer, but this season, they are omnipresent. Whether it is a cocktail dresses or a pair of casual summer shorts, the horticulture style is the new the black! Take a look at four outfit ideas to take you from work to play to sophisticated party in all  their botanical glory! 





Pants / Top / Hat / Bag / Shoes


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June 30, 2014

Lookbook : Seafoam Summer

Where the river bends and water ripples gently, the cool breeze flows through the weeping willows, the tall grass undulates lazily, the sun rays plays hide and seek with snowy-white fat, fluffy clouds (which have no intention of raining), there I will be - soaking the sheer joy and bliss of a summer day, scripting my summer story!


Sunglasses - Ray-Ban
Jeans - Forever 21 (Similar)
Shoes - Gap (Similar)

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June 26, 2014

Lookbook : Summer Blues

Ikat print maxi, How to style a maxi dress, Summer Outfit ideas
 Schools are closed, breakfasts are leisurely, dinners are late, splashes in the pools are to the hearts' content, and chilled watermelons are default desserts - summer is in full swing in my household. For my summer style, a maxi dress is my staple. This ikat print one is an old favorite, a real wardrobe workhorse for me. The bold pattern and cooling colors make it a perfect choice for a summer day or night. 
Ikat print maxi, How to style a maxi dress, Summer Outfit ideas, Zara flats

Ikat print maxi, How to style a maxi dress, Summer Outfit ideas, Zara flats

Ikat print maxi, How to style a maxi dress, Summer Outfit ideas, Zara flats


Maxi Dress / Jacket / Necklace (On sale for $20 limted time!) / Shoes (On sale, UNDER $20!)

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