Jacket: Dark denim basic from Cotton World.
Dress: Anokhi’s Ltd Edition line. I don’t remember how much.
Bag: Hidesign’s doctor’s satchel which was a promotion gift. I adore the brass fittings.
Shoes: Dansko’s
Accessories: A flat silver cocktail ring, huge silver balis and a Seiko watch.
I was going to a multi-designer store opening and expecting to hob-nob with said designers. Obviously, I had to up my game.
Jumpsuit: By DEPT from a store in Bandra for Rs 450. I wanted a jumpsuit but hadn’t found one that I liked at a price I liked. This one works for me, even if it is a bit car mechanic. Unfortunately, jumpsuits are not bladder friendly.
Shoes: Jello rainy flats. Off season, I’d wear kolhapuris or sandals.
Accessories: I went with a formal watch so that I looked less like a petrol pump attendant and wore koli balis in my ears. In hindsight, I could have worn a woodcut pendant.
Cute. Mum brought those pendants. They’re awesome! 
Who do you think bought them from Colaba for mom? They were supposed to be handy gifts. Are you going to keep all of them?
like this look
No no. I’ll keep a few I think. But you’re right. Good gifts! 
This is what I wore to a Saturday trip to Farmers Market
Top: Banana Republic. Its lighter than feather and I absolutely adore the print and the detail on the hands. I wore a Spaghetti strap sports bra underneath.
Shorts: Dockers
Shoes: Naturalizer
Bag: Guess
Home Decor: my wooden giraffes Liberty and Victoria from Africa. Unfortunately, you can only see Victoria’s bum ..LOL
Walking shorts = WIN!
i agree, the shhorts look cool. also like the bag
Summer is in full swing right now, so I try to “office up” my summer clothes or “summer up” my office clothes…
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The skirt: I had this fabric lying around since late summer last year and finally made it into this little box pleated, high waisted skirt with side slit pockets early this summer. I LOVE pockets. I put pockets in all my skirts and dresses. When I don’t, I regret it!
This is the first skirt I have made with button holes at the back. The full story will be on http://www.sewwot.wordpress.com soon. I simply adore it!
The top: My previously posted white puffed sleeve, stretch cotton shirt. It came with a white ribbon sash, but I went with a black one to play off the black in the skirt.
The blazer: Previously posted lucky find at H&M a year or two ago. Its a light weight cotton-poly blend with a little peplum type flare at the bottom. I’m glad I picked it up as a basic because it goes so well with dresses and skirts. It just polished off this look I think.
The shoes: Much loved basic black pumps with stud details from H&M.
Accessories: Short string of vintage black glass beads and silver filigree tops that I don’t have a picture of.
Over all I was very pleased with the balance this struck between “I LOVE SUMMER DAMMIT” and “I like to look like a grown up while I edit.”
I love the blazer. I’ve never been to H&M because there was never an H&M store in all the cities I’ve lived in before. There is one in Raleigh and I’m so going to check it out one of these days.
Thanks Aparna. H&M has become my staple now. There are days I find myself dressed head to toe, from earrings to shoes, all in H&M. I find their finishing and quality a little easier to spend money on.
very nice, love the blazer!
Top: Muslin pin-tuck one from W bought three-four years ago. Forget how much. It’s my favourite top, forever and ever.
Pants: Wide-leg, huge-ass print from OMO in Bandra for about Rs 400. This summer, I invested in a lot of cotton and linen pants to add to my Funny Pants collection. I love this print and colour so much that I’m going to source the fabric drape myself in it.
Shoes: Dansko sandals, which are without doubt the mostly comfortable heels I own.
Accessories: Peacock feather earrings that reach my shoulders and the Titan watch.
Cotton pants and white top was my summer uniform.
Did you wear this to work?
Yes.
The trousers look oohh so comfy.
love the print, but something is off with the proportions in this outfit
…is what I secretly thought this look resembled but frowned when someone said so…
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The dress: The second decent thing I found at Costa this year. Its a lovely, almost 70′s/cow girl inspired flower printed shirt dress with breast pockets and mother of pearl buttons all down the front. Here is a closer look.
I folded the sleeves for fun and the belt came with! The only thing that would make it more perfect is pockets. But alas, it has none. I layered again, with semi opaque black stockings.
To leave the house I threw on my faux leather crop jacket. Yes, I said faux. leather. crop. jacket. Look at it before you pass judgement.
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The jacket: ADORABLE faux leather biker jacket from H&M. I bought it at full price because I could not resist it and did not want to risk them running out of the few size 2′s they usually get. The diagonal zipper, the double breast, the puffed sleeves, the way it fits! OH MY! A few months later it was down to half price with my size in abundance…so I bought a grey leather blazer then, to be debuted sometime soon.
I do not regret paying full price for it one bit. I’m glad its not real leather, because the ex-vegetarian in me still has a problem with that, and I just cannot get over how AWESOME it is.
The shoes: I don’t have a proper picture, but these are awesome, super comfy, soft pointy toe flats from H&M with an ankle strap with brass buckles (easily removable when needed). I wear them
Accessories: None except for the regular silver I never take off and my hair that behaved exceptionally well after the new haircut and washing out the super straight style they leave you with. I’m enjoying the wash and wear, natural waves VERY much.
I really like this dress and wish I had more fuss free dresses like this. Its good for brunch, work, a casual dinner or just helping a friend buy gifts for mummy and behna back home, as the case was on this occasion.
WIN!
I’m in love with this dress.
Cow-girl inspired..you said it girl! I can picture you in a big cowboy hat and brown boots..
Thanks Aparna!
Don’t think I’d ever go full cowgirl but I don’t mind little smidgens here n there!
*heart*
You reminded me of the leather jacket I had in the back of my closet. And we’ve been having perfect weather for it too!
…is my code name.
I bought some navy blue shorts and even though the weather was nice and hot I didn’t want to go bare legged to the office. So I put this together..
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Shorts: Costa Blanca has been absolutely dismal this season. They have been off the mark on EVERYTHING and I have found maybe 2 items there, and even then I bought them on sale. These inexpensive navy blue cuffed shorts are one of the two items, with a mid rise and side pockets. I layered with semi opaque black tights.
Shirt: Three quarter sleeved, cuffed white pin striped shirt that I bought way back when I had to start building a suit collection for my live events. I have recently rediscovered it and started wearing it tucked in. Its almost too short and when left out the fit doesn’t come off right. Tucked in though, it works.
Blazer: My absolute favourite, too bad- its not full sleeved-blazer. I folded the sleeves one hem length and let the striped shirt peek through.
Shoes: MUCH LOVED go-with-everything black pumps from H&M with studded heel area. I recently found another classic pair that I should go run and buy before they run out. (pics of studded pumps soon)
Accessories: Besides the red faux snakeskin belt I think I just left in the usual silver, pulled my hair back and wore my red cuff to match the belt.
I also do this same top half with well cut trousers when I need to wear a suit.I was mighty pleased with this outfit and since it was a Friday I believe I got a lot of “Rob and you have plans tonight?”. So I’m guessing it could have gone from work to play.
Nicely done. Navy and black – uber chic. And I am quickly becoming a huge fan of the sleeve-folding that is taking over the world. I don’t do short shorts anymore, but they look very flattering on you.
Many thanks. I was a bit worried about the shorts too, but I think the tights made me comfortable enough to wear to work.
Is this a boy friend blazer? I wish I could wear such cool outfits to work and not have the HR kill me!
Actually, its quite well fitted but leaving it open gives it the relaxed boyfriend look. I have not found a boyfriend blazer I like yet, plus I’m not sure my small frame can stand up to that look!
You should wear purple/indigo tights at night
Day three in Vegas. We did the usual drinking, casino hopping and also made an impromptu visit to Red Rock canyon. Can you imagine my plight if I were wearing heels!
Top: NY&Co
Skirt: Banana Republic
Watch: Fossil
Shoes: Target. These are comfy and cute. The suede is super soft and the sole is cushioned which make ‘em perfect for a long day of walking, Although, now that I look at the picture, I think they make me look a little shorter than 5-8′ . Maybe its the angle of the picture.
The sandals look gorgeous. Are they blue?
They are Grey. Target has them in Black and Beige , if you are interested.
Thank you Aparna, but I don’t live in the land of Target. That said, I’ve seen some here too. I’ve got to be careful though, I’m not as blessed as you in the leg department
This outfit was inspired by Kate Hudson when she was a guest on The Ellen show. Ideally, I would have worn mile high heels to add a feminine touch to the whole boyfriend jean look, but I had a lot of walking to do.
T Shirt : A&F
Vest: THE LIMITED
Boyfriend Jeans: Old Navy
Bag: Kohl’s
Watch: Fossil
Shoes: Kohl’s.
Nice! I like the burnout tees that have flooded the stores recently. This is a nice way to cover up though…they tend to be really sheer!
You look so comfy and nonchalant!
Vewy nice!
Love to the look!
Ignore the previous comment! It got posted even before I had finished. I meant, I love the look ! Looks so comfy and chic.
As it is always in Vegas, there was a lot of walking and even more drinking. I needed to me comfortable, airy and cool.
Dress: Apt 9 from Kohl’s. This dress came with a belt which unfortunately is hidden behind my hand.
Shoes: Kohl’s. I like the combination of white and gold here.
Bag: Coach
Love the dress. Jersey or lycra, though?
Thanks Its Lycra.
That is a very pretty dress.
i bought this dress in kohls today! now i should hunt for the sandals:)
those sandals are from 2008. I’m sure you’ll find something similar though..
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Aparna 2:49 am on July 2, 2010 Permalink |
Love the neckline!
I used to have a Frock in the same color combo when I was in 3-4 grade..black with blue polka dots..
suchi 2:36 pm on July 9, 2010 Permalink |
dress looks nice. not digging the shoes.