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New Year is just around the corner and we are excited about the color of the year ahead! Our beloved PANTONE color of the year is nothing short of a new beginning symbolism, one that is rejuvenating and refreshing: GREENERY PANTONE Greenery is a versatile shade that lends a perfect compliment to most other colors. YOU CAN  PLAY IT COOL By pairing with these pastel hues REV IT UP  By adding these colors PLAY YOUR MOODS With a touch of these shades KEEP IT DEEP Complimenting these shades "Greenery lives through urban planning, architecture, lifestyle and design choices globally. A constant on the periphery, Greenery is now being pulled to the forefront - it is an omnipresent hue around the world." All of us are so drowned in the modern world that we take very little effort to look beyond ourselves and appreciate the physical beauty and inherent unity of nature.  ...

Let’s face it. Men need to follow fashion blogs too. And I’m not talking about Avant Garde high fashion blogs that not every man can relate to. I’m talking about fashion blogs that act as a style guide to even the common man because of it’s simplicity and class. I’m talking about fashion bloggers who inspire men with their fashion sense. Cutting to the chase, here’s five bloggers I think all you men out there must know and follow.  What my boyfriend wore Without a doubt one of my personal favourites when it comes to menswear blogs, “What my boyfriend wore” is a blog for dapper dandies worldwide. The idea originally came up when Sergio Ines former girlfriend posted photos of what he wore on Instagram and has since become extremely popular. The blog speaks sheer class.   The gentleman blogger Matthew Zorpas of “The gentleman blogger” can never make a wrong choice when it comes to suits. Well, that’s probably why he made it big as a blogger! His blo...

This season every man should own these winter wardrobe essentials to heighten any look and be bang on trend to tackle the cold. Whether you’re slamming the door on autumn and embracing the frosty season, or cursing its very existence as you huddle indoors, there’s no denying that winter is something you can’t really avoid. So, love it or hate it you might as well get prepared for the cold and look good while you do it. With everyone having different likes and dislikes it’s hard to prepare a full   winter wardrobe , but there are still essential pieces that every man should own. Your Quick Guide on Winter Wardrobe Essentials for Men §   For coats, a parka is a handy piece to have if you want something casual and unfailingly warm., denim or leather jackets are also a good casual option, and can easily be mixed in with various looks. §   For a more elegant coat, go for a long line trench coat in a neutral colour. §   For jumpers, avoid a lot of p...

Narrowing the many wardrobe essentials down to a few basic, absolute must- haves is more difficult than you think. After a lot of thought the list has been brought down to a mere fifteen. Of course, one can’t survive with just these fifteen, but they are the fifteen basics every man must own. 1. Basic white tee A plain white t- shirt is probably the most important piece of clothing in a man’s wardrobe. I’m sure most woman would agree that a man looks best in white. Needless to say, it’s probably the simplest and most comfortable thing you can own. And what’s more, it’s so easy to pair it with a trouser and jacket because it will go with absolutely any color. 2. Blue denims It’s really important to own a pair of jeans and it’s also important that it is well fitted. Jeans have become a part of man’s daily lives for casual wear. But if it has to be brought down to just one pair then dark blue is the perfect choice. 3.Black or navy blue tee Black and nav...

DRAPE IT LIKE A MAN THIS DIWALI Bored of going back to the same old kurta-pyjama combo for Diwali? Give yourself an Indo-chic avatar with drapes that is sure to make heads turn! With Diwali being just around the corner, we sure need to protect ourselves from the nip entering the air without compromising on our Diwali outfits. So get up, get yourselves a gorgeous desi shawl, which are already making waves in the Indian fashion industry this autumn. So what IS a shawl? It’s a simple item of clothing, loosely worn over the shoulders, upper body and arms, and sometimes also over the head. Sport 'em right! The Classy Look :  Complement your plain ensemble with a printed stole, or a printed ensemble with a plain stole. The idea is to complement and NOT match. The Urban Contemporary Look: Get it right by choosing fabrics such as linen blends or jute blends to give that raw factor. The Regal Look : Give a dramatic touch to your ensemble by pai...

Design details can go a long way. Paying attention to detail is the key to good dressing. It could be something as simple as a design variation in your collar or a monogram embroidered on your cuff but it defines you and depicts your personal style which is why more and more people are turning to customized clothing every day. Variations in design details. Variations in the shape and size of collars and cuffs are of course one way to go- a nip at the back of the shirt collar, the position of the notch on the lapel of your blazer or the number of buttons on the cuffs. These are probably the most opted for design variations when it comes to customized clothing but it doesn’t necessarily end there. Yokes and plackets are often not given the attention they deserve. The color of the button hole on the placket could be one of the things you change from the usual. One can also experiment with the style of the pockets on trousers, shirts and blazers. Every little detail does mat...

Indian wedding ceremonies are absolutely fun to attend. The celebrations start days and sometimes weeks before the Big Day. Various ceremonies such as engagement, haldi ceremony, mehendi ceremony, baarat, wedding and receptions are again followed by post - wedding functions. Indian weddings are no longer the conventional ceremonies dating back to time immemorial, they have moreover drastically changed and have become stylish affairs like never before.  Hence, here is a guide to help you dress right for each ceremony including your Wedding :) WHAT TO WEAR FOR THE SANGEET CEREMONY? Sangeet has now become a major entertainment factor at the Indian weddings. The sangeet is a traditional dance and music party, so ensure you wear outfits that will let you enjoy this event to the fullest. Bandi  : A sleeveless ethnic jacket which is also known as Nehru Jacket or Modi Jacket. Pair it up with a kurta-trouser or a kurta-pyjama set for THAT traditional look a...