Style inspiration can come from anywhere! South Asia (which comprises of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka) offers a wealth of beauty in clothing with vibrant colors, intricate stitching and embellishments, and accessories that include some of the world's most beautiful jewelry. One of the most recognized garments in the world, the sari, comes from South Asia. The sari is an unstitched piece...
Hello everybody! Here is today's style inspiration - for the bedroom. This room would have been just ordinary with its blue and gray palette - gray walls, window treatments, and carpet paired with a blue bed frame and bench. But the red color block pillows and bed covering inject an unexpected dose of color. More importantly, the painting on the wall brings the...
Coat: Allsaints Boots: Nine West Sunglasses: Ray Ban ...
The tradition of French royal furniture began with the organization of arts under Louis XIV. Thus, I guess we have him to thank for this beautiful furniture that remains elegant and timeless: ...
Another thing South Asia does best is jewelry - and they should know, they've been doing it since 1500 BC! From South Asia we get gold, ruby, emeralds, and raw uncut diamonds to die for! In the right shapes and designs, these pieces worn with western clothes make for a unique outfit, mixing modern with exotic. Cate Blanchett stunned us all a few...
Some of you have requested suggestions for good bronzers out there. There are literally hundreds on the market. So how's a girl to know which one is best? A good bronzer can be the difference between this: and this: Jennifer Lopez is the queen of bronzer, so let's take a tip from her on how to apply bronzer right: Bronzer is best applied...
We love wallpaper - the difference it can make in a room is astounding! Wallpaper was initially popular in Europe in the 16th and 17th centuries as an inexpensive alternative for costly hangings. Its use however, has fallen into disfavor as it's become increasingly viewed as old-fashioned and frumpy. But with the advent of gorgeous patterns by modern designers (one of my favorites...
Now for more of my favorite subject - fashion fusion! Indian designer Monisha Jaising creates designs using traditionally western silhouettes - long gowns, short skirts and dresses, and pairs them with what South Asia does best: hand-embroidered sequins and beading. When done right, the sequins add sparkle that take an ordinary dress and make it eye-catching and elegant. Take a look at some...
Flipping through Bollywood photos, I came across this up and coming Bollywood actress - Chitrangada Singh. Usually I can't tell one from the other since they all have the same look going for them - tight clothes, skinny, fake boobs, long straight hair. But this actress has such a sophisticated and beautiful look, I had to do a posting on her! Doesn't she...
I love me some Gwen Stefani! Do you think these kids will grow up with a complex that their mom is cooler than they are? I love that Gwen is staying true to her fashionable edgy self even while taking her kids to the playground. Keep it real girlfriend! ...
When I first heard about eyelash extensions, I thought, "No way, they actually make such a thing?!" And I wondered how great they must be - despite someone bringing a tweezer to your eye like this: Anyway, I decided to go ahead and give them a try. At first I thought they were great: my lashes looked super long and the individual lashes...
You know how there are some looks that just stay with you long after? Angelina Jolie's appearance at the Oscars a few years ago where she paired a simple black gown with these stunning emerald earrings is one of them. Those earrings, with no other jewelry, were the statement piece that rocked this look for her. And I want a pair! ...
In everything from blazers to gowns, to shift dresses! ...
We've seen ombre in dresses of course, but what about hair? What do you think about this style of two-toned hair gradually going from dark to light at the tips? I don't dislike it... I can tell you one thing, it hides roots well! Works well for the fake blondes out there! ;) ...
From the Trillby in NYC: Love this teak wood center table and tufted couch. ...
