The Bombay Love

Fashion facts

2012-07-02T11:35:00.000+05:30

♥ Clothes that are dry cleaned last longer.  

♥ False eyelashes were first invented for producer D.W. Griffith who wanted to enhance one of his actresses eyes in a 1916 film. The eyelashes were made out of human hair.  

♥ When Clark Gable removed his shirt onscreen to reveal that he wasn’t wearing a vest, sales of vests dropped by 40 per cent.

♥ An item of clothing is considered vintage if it dates back from 1920 to 1960. Anything after this date is considered retro.  

♥ The skirt is the second oldest women's garment in history.

♥ Early bras were made form two handkerchiefs tied together by ribbon.

♥ Married men in France use more cosmetics than their wives.

♥ In a recent survey, one in ten Americans admitted that they bought an outfit with the intention of wearing it just the once and then returning it to the shop.

♥ Egyptian women used to use henna to lighten their hair. 

♥ 40 per cent of women have hurled footwear at men.

The LBD

2012-06-26T23:05:00.000+05:30

If there is one thing every girl should have in her wardrobe, then that is a little black dress. For those times when you feel you have nothing to wear, you know you can always rely on a LBD to make you look good.

So a little on the history of this iconic fashion piece, Coco Chanel was the first designer to have designed a LBD. She consistently designed keeping comfort and easy chic in mind, revolutionizing the fashion industry by introducing jersey fabric in clothes. But it was only after Audrey Hepburn wore a black dress designed by her dear friend Hubert De Givenchy, in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, that the dress really became popular.

The little back dress can be worn up or down according to the occasion and is probably one of the most versatile items of clothing a girl can possess. I, myself have about half a dozen black dresses in my wardrobe.

A Little Black Dress is probably the most versatile item you can have in your wardrobe

Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in the movie Breakfast at Tiffany's, wearing the now iconic Hubert De Givenchy black dress.

Nail Art: DIY

2012-06-24T12:54:00.000+05:30

Just tried something new with my nails last night. It's really simple and all you need are 2 shades of nail paint and some tape.

Just apply the base coat and a top coat. After it has dried completely, stick the tape on the nail in any way you want, and then apply the second nail paint + the topcoat. Wait for it to dry, and then slowly peel off the tape.

Really simple and looks so good!

#Before

#After (Not put it in the neatest way out of sheer laziness)

YSL name change?

2012-06-21T21:40:00.000+05:30

What's in a name? We're about to find out. Chez Yves Saint Laurent confirmed to WWD this morning that new creative director Hedi Slimane is overhauling the house's iconic brand moniker. The new name? Saint Laurent Paris. The re-branding will roll out in the next couple months, but will not completely eliminate the famous YSL logo devotees have come to cherish, devised in 1961. A particular point in YSL's history is lending itself to the tweaks—1966, to be exact, when the brand's first boutique opened on Paris' Rue de Tournon. The label's original branding from that year are inspiring Slimane's edits to the YSL name and look.

Slimane is currently headquartered in Los Angeles where he is readying women's Resort and men's Spring collections to reportedly show to buyers at the Grand Palais between June 28 and July 4. However, his major debut at the French luxury house will be unveiled with his Spring 2013 collection during Paris Fashion Week between September 25 and October 3.

via style.com

Behind the scenes

2012-06-20T11:59:00.000+05:30

Not everything is as perfect as it seems. So the next time you go through a shoot in a magazine, check out the images more intently, there is a lot that goes into making each look perfect.

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2012-06-19T17:29:00.000+05:30

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My top buys for June

2012-06-18T16:09:00.002+05:30

I spent my last 2 weeks in London just visiting museums and checking out the gazillion brilliant exhibits that were on, right from Christian Louboutin's at The Design Museum to Yayoi Kusama's at Tate Modern. My sister and I even went for the Leonardo Da Vinci exhibit in the Queen's Gallery, and what do you know, saw her majesty herself.
Anyway, not only were these exhibitions stupendous, but even the merchandise the museums sold at their shops were terrific. It's safe to say that i spent the majority of my money on buying gifts for my friends and myself [obviously] from these wonderful shops.
Apart from being constantly "on-the-go" we did squeeze in some time for some last minute retail therapy. These are some of my favorite buys:

This is a wonderful book and a must read for anyone who is interested in fashion. The Design Museum shop is a must go for any Design lover.

I love wearing white shirts, so another addition to my already extensive white shirts collection. White shirt from Miss Selfridges

Spiky hair band from New Look

Patent leather ballet flats from Gucci

Laptop case with the softest lining ever from Marc by Marc Jacobs

You can make your own post cards with these. Probably one of my favorite buys. From the Tate Modern Museum shop

2012-06-15T01:22:00.001+05:30

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Tea at The Ritz

2012-05-31T03:53:00.001+05:30

So we went to The Ritz for the afternoon tea. It was one of the best experiences in London, an afternoon well spent with my lovelies :)

All dolled up in our summer best

The beautiful ornate interiors

Akshata. Dress, New Look; Blazer, Zara; Bag, Michael Kors; Shoes, Dolce and Gabbana

Dress, Zara; Shoes, Zara; Ring, Topshop; Bag, Michael Kors

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2012-05-26T04:17:00.005+05:30

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Ladurée

2012-05-17T05:14:00.001+05:30

Best window display

Poncho top, H&M; Jeans, Zara; Shoes, Dorothy Perkins;
Bag, Salvatore Ferragamo

Sugar overdose!!!

My 5 top buys for May

2012-05-12T02:15:00.002+05:30

Military + Leather jacket from Zara. This is a variation of the one i bought. Mine is slightly shorter :)

Feather headband from Zara

Strappy shoes from Kurt Geiger. Had my eyes on this since a month. FINALLY bought it :)

Assymetrical black maxi dress from Zara. If one garment could describe my style, it would be THIS!

Cross body skull chain from Miss Selfridge

Anna Dello Russo for H&M

2012-05-07T21:11:00.004+05:30

Anna Dello Russo has teamed up with Swedish retailer H&M to launch a line of accessories in the fall. For those who don't know who she is, she is the current fashion director for Vogue Japan.

Anna Dello Russo for H&M announcement

Urban love

2012-05-04T04:08:00.002+05:30

I have passed Urban Outfitters at least a million times on Oxford Street, but never really got around to buying anything from there. Today however, my sister and I were in the shop for at least 3 hours, picking up everything in sight due to their amazing spring summer collection. Their collections are usually very boho, very native American. The brand is slightly expensive, but definitely worth it.

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I picked up a few things from Urban Outfitters that i wanted to show you'll :)

The cutest photoframe

Draped unstructured blazer. Fits like a DREAM

Reason i love it so much: Apart from the print, it is completely open from the sides, makes it perfect for the summers, especially for a day at the beach.

Envelope clutch

Apres

2012-04-29T06:40:00.001+05:30

I'm really getting into the trend of wearing statement necklaces and cut out tops/dresses. (Not together necessarily :o) )

Abhilasha and me :)

Dress, Topshop; Necklace, H&M

Sh*t Fashion Girls Say

2012-04-28T17:11:00.001+05:30

Such a funny video! Made my morning :o)

South Bank

2012-04-25T04:43:00.001+05:30

South bank has to be one of my favorite parts of London. A stroll down the area, with street performers and a view of the London eye + the Big Ben, is the perfect way to spend your weekend.

Top, H&M; Jeans, Zara; Coat, Topshop; Shoes, Tory Burch

The grilled chicken burger that we had at Giraffe burgers. Heaven.

First day back in London :)

2012-04-23T03:21:00.000+05:30

The cute bottles Miss Selfridges provided us with :)

My friends and I bought this as a gift for each other. Apparently it's supposed to bring you love. Here's hoping :)

A dress I picked up from Miss Selfridges :)

London from the 32nd floor. Taken from the Paramount Bar :)

Crochet lace for the Summer ♥

2012-04-16T20:38:00.000+05:30

So i'm totally obsessed with crochet lace (especially in white) for the summer. Such a good understated look.

White crochet lace top, Abercrombie and Fitch

Boho and tribal influences

2012-04-04T11:23:00.003+05:30

My own style definitely leans towards Boho and all my accessories (90% atleast) have tribal influences. Take a look at this wonderful style :)

Dishoom

2012-03-27T02:00:00.000+05:30

This post has been long pending :)
Anyway, this post is for anyone who loves Indian food as much as me! Staying in London limits my indian food intake. So when my friend told me about this Indian restaurant 'Dishoom' in Covent Garden, i HAD to go and give it a try. Trust me i'v tried all the recommended indian eateries in London, but this beats just about all i'v been to. The first thing that strikes you when you enter this 'Bombay Cafe' is the old world vibe that it evokes. It's decorated with amazing old photos and beautiful discreet lights. Where else can you find Limca and Thums Up in London? :) [I'm a hardcore Thums Up lover]

Dishoom
12 Upper St. Martin's Lane London WC2H 9FB
Tel: 020 7420 9320

Ektaa Bahirwani and Abhilasha Devnani
My equally crazy food lovers :)

Marc Jacobs

2012-03-24T21:01:00.002+05:30

I have to admit, i LOVE Marc Jacobs! And how can someone NOT love him? His collections are always spot on.

Marc Jacobs: Extremely creative PR campaign for the Spring Summer 2012 collection.

Vogue April 2012

2012-03-21T23:27:00.001+05:30

Don't you just love this cover of American Vogue. Jennifer Lopez looks stunning in the April issue shot by Mert and Marcus. I love how the red looks SO good on her. She is wearing a dress from Bottega Veneta :)

Just added some more pictures from the April 2012 Vogue. Check it out :)

Stam

2012-03-21T22:46:00.000+05:30

How could i not put this here? :)

With Jessica Stam, London 2011

London Fashion Week backstage

2012-03-18T17:54:00.000+05:30

My lovies, Abhilasha Devnani and Akshata Bhojania, posing with a model backstage :)