The phone you use says a lot about your style and I believe a stylish phone is the best accessory to complete any outfit, Bridal or not, so it is important to choose the right phone.

With India ranking second among the most populated you can understand when every other day is a wedding day here ! Indians be like ‘kal uski shadi, pasrso uski mama ki beti ki shadi , narso uske chacha ke aunty ke cosuin ki shadi hai ! ‘ Phew !!! Am I complaining ? Hell no ! Free food and well dressed men women in sparkling outfits is a sight to the eyes , I love weddings. But we have the whose and whose wedding we are going to attend. With so many of them marrying we have several marriages to attend and dressing up for them would be a pain if you do not have the right accessories !
There is no doubt the most important part of getting dressed for attending a wedding is a dress but lets talk about all the other things which follow after the dress! It could be that cute little clutch or that glossy handbag that holds all our makeup and cell phones , or it could be the right lipstick or even the right accessories .
Make sure you understand the do’s and don’ts while dressing up for a wedding. It’s very important to choose the perfect purse and accessories which requires some thought beforehand so you don’t find yourself wishing you had made a different choice. Here I am listing the top eight must have’s for every woman to own to look her best at every wedding she is attending !
1. Clutch or a Potli :
Blingy clutches go hand in hand with an elegant and simple non blingy dress ! You are not the bride so remember not to wear an over the top dress and stop yourself from being a disaster like Divya Khosla !Clutches in bold black, studded clutches or clutches that are eye catchy make or break a look . Hence its very important you choose the right clutch while going out for a wedding!
The potli is in the trend now, the best thing about them is you don’t have to clutch them but let fall gracefully from your wrist ! I think Sonam Kapoor and Diya Mirza are two Bollywood beauties who other than Rekha Ma’am carry the Potli trend with ease !



2. Makeup - Go The Red way ! : By going the red way I don’t mean you to paint yourself into red from head to toe. But red is one color that will set you apart and give you the wedding wali feeling . Its okay to go nude when you are into too much bling but for those who keep it subtle a red lipstick or maybe red colored nails will add the required punch to your look altogether! You can also get a red bindi with the help of your red color sindoor liquid applier or ! My favorite red makeup outing is my NYX Amsterdam Lip cream !
3. Rings : Accessories add a unique touch to your whole outfit but even one too many can be over-the-top with an already-embellished heavy lehengas or Banaras sarees ! Hence a huge ring or four finger ring or a two finger ring will complete your look and grab a lot of eye balls !

4. Jhumkis : An Indian outfit is incomplete without a pair of earrings! If you are opting for a gown which is blingy then I suggest that be your only time to skip earrings or don’t skip even then , wear an ear cuff! Now that the guests at an Indian wedding are mostly seen in designer lehengas and heavy worked or sweet anarkali’s a pair of jhumkis add the needed beauty touch to your whole look! Invest in a good pair of gold Jhumkas or just get yourself some awesome pieces of jhumkas from artificial jewelry range!


5. Bangles or Bracelets : I always go wow when I see Deepika Padkone or Sonam wearing bangles with their sarees and ethnic wear ! Bangles beautify your hands but just remember not to over do it. Glass bangles, or simple gold kadas or a simple bracelet will work your look !


6. Shoes or Juttis: The right pair of shoes will complete your whole look . Just remember not to go hard on your feet by wearing uncomfortable heels or sky high wedges because a wedding means a lot of walking and standing! Also remember not to always match your footwear with your dress , you don't want to look too matchy-matchy. If you want to take the traditional route or the comfy route then you can simply opt for a pair of juttis ! :D


7. Mang Tika Or Nethi Chutti : Whoever said mang tikkas were only for the bride? gone are the days were only the bride was spotted adorning a mang tikka, thanks to our bollywood beauties who have got back in the trend! From Big pendant mang tikkas , to kundan and polki to pearly ones to single strand attached mang tikkas we have a plethora of choices ! Don’t shy away from trying them out , it’s the one thing that will set you apart from the others!

8. Flowers : Indian weddings are so much better than western wedding. The drama, the dresses, the music, the laughter and Yes the flowers ! no I am not talking about all the flower attractions in a wedding hall but the use of flowers by bride’s and all the guests attending the wedding. In south India I witnessed almost all women in their 40’s with mogra flowers around their buns . draped in a Banaras saree along with flowers adorned on their heads they make an elegant picture! As for those who want to try something new with the flowers you can wear them spun around your fishtail braids or even as a hand harness! Roses and lilies also can be used instead of mogra flowers.
Let me know if I missed anything in the comments or maybe you would like to add something to the must have list :)
Until Next time
Love
Najmun Nissa

While it's true that nothing can pay off the love and care our mothers have showered upon us, it's always good to gift your Mom and make her feel special. This small gesture will make her smile and earn you her blessings!

Now coming to what you can gift your mother on Mothers day:

A bag? Apparel? A new cell phone? While all these would be pretty good options, we have some ideas which will fare better than these soulless gifts!

1. A Hug ~ Jadu ki Jhappi:
Yes, a tight surprise hug showing her how much you love her. Go hug her and pour your heart out. This is one of the best things you can give her!

2. A Confession:
"I Love You Ma!" Well, we mean this to the fullest, have we ever said this to our mothers in person? Well, now is the time! Go to her and confess your unconditional love to her. She very well knows that you love her but saying it to her will make her feel special and smile to her heart's content!

3. A Handwritten Note:
If you are too shy to go up to her and confess in person, pour your feelings into a paper, let it be special, a poem or simply a short note will do well. Gift her that note in a unique way. You can stick it using a fridge magnet on the fridge, keep it one of the books she reads or simply hand it to her with a smile.

4. Spend Time With Her:
Ditch looking at that phone for a while. Take out time and dedicate it into talking and bonding with your Mom. Mothers don't tell you, but the biggest thing that hurts them is their children not spending time with them.

5. Cook For Her:
We Indians have fallen in love with 'Ghar ka khana' thanks to our Moms! :) Today, do something out of ordinary. Ask her to rest and take her place in the kitchen and cook something for her. Even if the dish doesn't turn out well, your Mom will LOVE the gesture! :)

Remember ~ Love cannot be bought, so if you want to give your Mom the best gift, the above will fair really well!

P.S: Don't burn down the house while cooking for your Mom. Trust me, your Mom won't like it. :P

Love,
~Bushra

Holi is here and so are the skin care troubles if you ain’t prepared for it. Radiant skin always helps you to get noticed and win millions of compliments. Many of you must be wondering about how to protect your skin, and those with sensitive skin probably have started getting jitters with the mere thought of it. Never fear as we have some handy tips for you to shine under the sun before and after Holi.

Pre- Holi Celebration Guide:
Pre Holi Care becomes quintessential for your skin to stand strong against the brazen Holi colors. To celebrate without any harmful after- effects, it is a must to be prepared by following the tips below:

Aztec Print Fashion: Ancient yet so Modern! Very few know that Aztec is the fashion from the past. Yesterday’s history of Central Mexico has become today’s trend. Aztec designs have been created and valued as far back as the 14th century and now it has once again taken the world by storm.

These Mexican-inspired prints are at once tribal, colorful, eye-catching and no doubt, full of energy. Aztec prints have become the style du jour among the trendy. It’s also a huge rage this season! So why wait? Get decked up “Aztec Style” and make a mark, the bold way!

Vigorously Vibrant:  Aztec prints are effortlessly vibrant and when it comes to colors, the more the merrier. Seize the opportunity to play around with colors to stay fashion forward. It just gets better when you experiment with countless combinations of pastels and bold colors. Pink and Grey, Turquoise and Brown, Mint and Orange, it will all fit together when it’s Aztec.

Aztec prints adorned in the Bollywood movie 'Cocktail' source: Eros International

Eclectic patterns:  Horizontal lines, graphic shapes and geometric designs in all colors…this is what primarily defines the uber cool ‘Aztec print.’ The Aztec print is quite easy to don! Just pick one striking Aztec printed piece and pair it with a single colored garment!

Luxury at its best: Aztec culture used vibrant prints and design on high finesse fabric which was rich in texture. Adorning Aztec prints was thus a sign of flaunting wealth amongst the masses. So when you dress up the Aztec way, keep in mind that it is all about luxury. Don’t forget to adorn feather earrings and chunky statement jewelry to look opulent. Woven fabrics, cashmere material, feathers, and intrinsic patterns will give your ensemble a splendid finish.

Simply Anything: This print is loved by all because of its versatility. You can adorn it as a part of your outfit or clutch or a scarf or just your mobile cover. It manages to transfer beautifully into other fields of design, such as interiors and artifacts. Make it a part of your Fashion World and stay inspired by the ethnic way. Girls go get your nails done in Aztec patterns to complement your ensemble!

Day or Night: Be it a day or night event, Aztec can be worn anytime. Choose to Dress Up or Dress Down, Aztec prints offer you enormous options to select from. You can find this print on cardigans, leggings, sweaters and printed jeans for your day wear. While select some stunning short dresses for your late night parties.
Fashion knows no international boundaries and thus Aztec prints made an easy entrée in Indian fashion world. The beauty of Aztec prints is that they are adaptable and flexible. They come in gorgeous shades that appeal to the Indian sensibility and recent western fascination with colors that pop.
Pair Aztec top or singlets with junky dream catcher neck piece. Flaunt your collection of semi-precious stones and pull out your harem pants to get the perfect dream catcher look. Now this how you wear these spirited prints without messing up!

Today is the last day of GOSF 2014 and frankly iam not very impressed with the deals and discounts but there are some great steals if you dig deep down .


First do check the fabulous cocacola offer and order right away and second, Flipkart is not participating but do check its app offers so great deals on jewellery there.

Here iam sharing some fabulous discounts and deals which you should just not miss.But make sure you use cashback sites to shop from to save  extra

299 Corner: The 299 corner is pure awesomeness, you should definitely check this corner out., there is something for everyone in here

Links for 299 corners of different stores:

Snapdeal : Here /Amaerican Swan : here/ pepperfry here /infibeam here / Ebay here / Jabong here / Paytm here / Shopclues here /Amazon here

1. Amazon: This site some of the best  GOSF Deals . The lightening deals is great. some great products at 699. check here also some amazing discounts on offer at home page .


2. Jabong :

• Flat 55% off on over 10,000 products on Jabong . Go here and choose from brands like River island, dorthy perkins and s.oliver
• Flat 40% off on party dresses . Go here choose from brands like Vanca, miss benner FCUK, veromoda and people
• Buy Any  3 @ 999 on jabong !!!! Go here add any 3 products to cart and discount will apply automatically. Also Get Rs.100 Free Recharge on a minimum purchase of Rs.500 and above on JABONG.com

3. Myntra :

• Amazing Gosf sale FLAT 50% OFF  on 25648 ITEMS . Go Here
• Get Flat 30% Off On Everything Order Of Rs.1599 & Above

4. Food panda : Get Discounts upto 51% in the Top Restaurants Like PapaJonsPizza, YO China, Box8, Kaati Zone.etc. go here

5 . Koovs: A site wide 30% flat off is on ! Use coupon code GOSFKOOVS30 . go here

6. American Swan : Site WIde : Get Up to 80% OFF + Extra 42% OFF by Using the Coupon Code.  TT42 . Go Here

7. Lifestyle : Get a gift voucher of 600 at 299 only. Buy here

8. Cocacola: Amazing offer Order Coca-Cola® Beverages Minute Maid beverages - 5+5 Free!  Free Home Delivery . Visit here

9. Limeroad:  Buy 1 get 1 free on over 10,000 styles. visit here

We all love the cool weather and layering of clothes in Winters but this season comes with its own problems. Annoying flaky skin , itchiness, chapped lip all demand extra attention and to keep it looking smooth and hydrated .


Here are some tips to stay hydrated and glowing naturally in winter
Cleanse-Moisturize-Exfoliate- More Moisturize: The CTM routine needs to be rigorously followed in winter as skin types change and dry skin gets drier. But it is important to  keep the toning to minimum and exfoliate dead skin atleast once a week as exfoliating allows skin to absorb a moisturizer better. Also switch to a richer oil based moisturizer if your skin sitll feels dry.
Drink Water: Thirst does not come naturally in winter so it is important to keep reminding yourselves to drink 6-7 glasses of water daily to stay hydrated from the inside. Drinking coconut water also helps in staying hydrated and healthy.
Eat fresh Fruits: Adding water rich fruits like grapes to your diet is helpful when drinking water in winter can get boring. In addition to fruits even fresh fruit and vegetable juices can be taken to kep yourself hydrated
Warm Water Bath: It is freezing cold but having hot water baths will only cause harm to your skin drying the moisture. so opt for warm water baths. Apply Moisturizer after bath when your skin is still damp to lock the water in. Also make sure you use a good moisturizing soap and avoid shower gels in winter.
Apply Sunscreen: People tend to avoid sunscreens in winter and as a result the winter sun rays cause a lot of harm to skin. Apply a sunscreen with SPF 30 atleast 30 minutes before stepping out.
Lip Care: Lips get chapped in winter and require extra care. Use Chap sticks with Jojoba oil, vitamin E and Shea Butter to hydrate lips . Don’t lick your dry lips, it will aggravate the damage. Scrub lips with a lip scrub (honey+almond oil+sugar)  once a week and try using moisturizing lipsticks.

Stay warm

KJ