Golden Hour

Jacket- Mango, Shirt- Forever21, Leggings- Marks & Spencer, Shoes- Steve Madden, Bag- Michael Kors, Rings- Colaba,Forever21,Aldo, On my nails- Grape Escape by Faces, On my lips- MAC Vegas Volt

Yes I'm back. From a long and much needed break. The end of last year was rather exciting. It was lovely to meet all of you who made it to the exhibitions and thank you once again! I  hope all of you are having a wonderful new year. Talking about the new year, I made some fashion resolutions this time around. One of them is to invest in more statement pieces. Even though my wardrobe is full of basics, every time I set out to shop I am still so inclined towards the basic pieces. So now onward I will be investing in more exclusive pieces which means more prints, different textures and cuts and enhancing the colour palette. And this jacket kind of met most of the terms and conditions. I bought it at the beginning on this month from Mango and I was lucky to have found my size because it was on sale. Not only did it look splendid hanging there in the sale chaos but once worn, the fit and cut made me want it forever. The chain detailing is so gorgeous and the fact that the colours were perfect even for the next season was just another plus.

I decided to pair it with monochrome basics which is the next big thing this Spring/Summer. The easiest trend to get hooked on to, white and black in different textures and prints will be a key focus. Shades of green is another colour trend to look forward to. I wore this outfit on a busy day where I was stepping in and out of meetings, switching into my flats when needed by the sole. 

I hope you guys are having a happy January. Do follow me on Instagram for more fashion, steal deals and personal updates. And for all my makeup lovers and beginners, I am starting a Back to Basics (Makeup edition) series this week! Stay tuned. 

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Day to Night in Blazers

Burgundy Blazer, Floral Blazer, Gold Sequins Blazer- Styldrv for Spring Break (a/w '12) collection, Grey tee & leopard print sandals- Zara, Blue denims- VeroModa, Metallic bag- Asos, White tank & black denims- H&M, Studded bag- Zara, Spiked necklace- Blur, Blue Silk dress- River Island, Jewellery- assorted

I love wearing blazers. Unfortunately for me, this city gives me merely 2 months to actually enjoy wearing them through the day. So as soon as it got a bit pleasant, I grabbed the chance to flaunt my new blazers. Be it a casual meeting, a friendly lunch or a glam soiree, blazers are all I've been reaching for. I would tell you how versatile they are but I'm sure you already know that.

For the first look, I paired this gorgeous on-trend oxblood/burgundy blazer with a laid back grey tee with leather patches tucked into a simple pair of denims. An overload of gold jewellery, a metallic bag, leopard print sandals and I'm out the door.

For the next look, I went for a winter floral blazer which was perfect for that quick catch up lunch. A basic tank top and my trusted black jeans with burgundy pumps was my choice of attire. Keeping the rest of the outfit basic helps the blazer shine in all its glory. I accessorized with some rose gold jewellery and a studded clutch to add some edge.

For the last outfit, I had to pick this glam gold sequins blazer. I was heading to a glam soiree and I would settle for nothing less. Paired it with a printed silk blue dress to balance the look. Finished the ensemble with a tiny gold bag and minimalistic gold heels.

I hope this video gave you a few styling ideas. And for those of you who want to buy these blazers but want to try them on first, this is your lucky week. Come visit us at our very first STYLDRV for Spring Break Exhibition being held at Lagerbay in Bandra (Mumbai) on the 15th December i.e. this Saturday! Not only will the items from the collection be up for trial/ purchase along with guaranteed discounts from 5% to 20% but you will also get a preview of the second half of the collection which is not up on the website yet.This is the perfect opportunity for you to stock up on your party clothes for this festive month. If I was you, I'd make the most of this happy situation. Look forward to seeing you there! 

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Top 5 Favourite MAC Lipsticks

      L to R- Shy girl, Chatterbox, Vegas Volt, Impassioned, Russian Red

According to me, every girl needs 5 lipsticks in her life. A nude to take you through the day, a pink to brighten up those dull work days, a coral for the perfect lunch date with your girlfriends, a fuchsia when you want to look your best and a red for those glam nights. So if you're a MAC lover or you love MAC lipsticks but get overwhelmed by their wide range of colour everytime you visit the store, this list might help you make a decision.

1) The Nude

 Shy girl is the perfect nude to get you through your daily routines or to balance out that sexy smokey eye for a night out. You can use it with a blush or coral lip liner to enhance the colour. I love it on it's own with a little bit of pink gloss over it.

2) The Pink

Chatterbox is one of the first few lipsticks I ever purchased from MAC. It's a red tone pink which would suit most Indian skin tones. It's an Amplified finish so the colour pay off is amazing. You must check this out if you love pink lips.

3) The Coral

MAC has a wide range of coral lipsticks but Vegas Volt is my favourite. It's a coral with pink understones which looks amazing when paired with a bronzer and a couple of coats of mascara. Whenever I feel like dressing up an outfit for the day time, this is what I reach for. 

4) The Fuchsia

Impassioned is a colour that I had to literally run after. It's usually out of stock and once you own it you will know why! Its the most beautiful fuchsia lipstick. One of my absolute favourite bright lips to wear, this colour is a must have for anyone who loves a bright bold lip!

5) The Red

A girl can never do without a red lipstick. And Russian Red has saved me on various occasions! One swipe of this matte red lipstick and I'm ready to face anyone! If you're looking for that typical pin-up red lipstick,  this will end your search. It is a matte lipstick so I'd suggest you scrub and moisturize your lips well before you apply it. I do  love Ruby Woo and Lady Danger as well but this one is definitely my favourite of them all. 

These are my Top 5 favourites! They are priced at Rs.990/-. Which MAC colours do you love? Do leave the names below, I'd love to check them out.

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Little Black Skirt

Skirt, Shirt(diy collar tips)- Faballey, Tights- Forever New, Necklace- Aldo, Ring & Spiked bracelet- Blur, Bow bracelet- Forever21, Dangle bracelet- Accessorize, Bag & Shoes- Zara

I have been pinning leather skirts on my pinboard since the past three months. I saw a few things around but pencil skirts is not my thing, so what I wanted was a perfectly full skater skirt! This is the closest I will get to wearing leather because my city gives me merely two months of mild winter to enjoy. And this skirt fits right in. I was lucky that the Faballey team contacted me and were sweet enough to send over this gorgeous pleather skirt in black and oxblood(I couldn't decide which one I wanted more) along with a few other goodies. I love the way it fits and the length is just perfect to wear with either opaque stockings or on it's on for a night out with a sassy top. This is definitely one of my favourite fall fashion items, what's your current favourite?

Quick tip :- Wearing black shoes with tights will elongate your legs!

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How To : Spike It Up

Shirt(old)- Pull & Bear, Spikes- Something Special(Bandra)

I have been loving anything  and everything with studs or spikes on it. But I don't wish to spend all my money on these trendy pieces. So, while I splurged on a few items, I had to find a cheaper alternative to deal with this obsession and hence this do-it-yourself  idea! Follow these simple steps and you can stud anything from your t-shirts to your shorts to the pockets on your jeans. So let's get started!

What you need :-

- A shirt or any basic piece
- Spikes (whatever size you want)
- A needle
- Matching thread
- Some sewing skills


Steps

1) Once you've selected the piece you want to add spikes to, select a thread in a matching colour and thread your needle.

2) I wanted to add the spikes to the pocket of my shirt. I decided to add three lines of spikes and marked the spots with a marker so that it's easier once I start sewing them on.

3) Once done with the first line, I followed the marked spots and continued with the other two. When you're done, don't forget to knot the loose end of the thread.

And that's it. That's how easy this is. I am in love with my new shirt and have been flaunting it around since the day it was done. So this weekend, grab a cup of your favourite coffee and take on this easy task!

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Deux Années

Time flies, no really. I can't believe it's been 2 years since the formation of the blog. I wish I could tell you how lucky I feel to have this dream-come-true opportunity and such lovely readers to support it. So, it was a given that I would celebrate the commencement of the 3rd year by giving you guys a little treat! Here's what you have to do to win these amazing goodies :-

- Comment below and link your all time favourite post from the blog.

- Now go ahead and tell me why this post is your favourite.

- If you want to increase your chances of winning, tweet @aayushibangur mentioning your favourite post. 

- Done? That's all. Now Keep calm and wait for the 16th November to know if you've won!

I will be picking TWO winners and each of you will receive the following in your gift bags :-
An Inglot Nail Enamel, a goodie from La Senza, a Charles & Keith bracelet, a Mango tank, a Nine West gift voucher, a pair of earrings from Qup and a Bebe bag. Along with this you will also get a 40% off discount coupon for the new StyleDrive for Spring Break collection.

Like always, I will announce the winners on my Facebook Page at the end of the contest. Get going and Goodluck ladies!

*This giveaway is open to the residents of India only. 

Giveaway c/o MajorBrands

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Currently Loving

Zara leopard sandals

Blur Jewellery

StyleDrive for Spring Break Floral Blazer & Metallic nails

Zara studded clutch & Blur belt

Chanel Le Vernis in Diwali & Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Foundation

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