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The forecast for Spring Summer 2017 promises an array of colours using age- old tie dye techniques like shibori, spiral, stripes and crumple, each technique bringing in a whole lot of interesting and intricate patterns and prints for the coming season.  Although mostly in shades of blue, shibori and other tie dye techniques work with any colour scheme be it bold, bright tones or soft, pastel shades. This trend can already be spotted in runways where designers like Issey Miyake, Julien David and Hermes have all implemented these prints and patterns in their Spring Summer 2017 collection. These fabrics and patterns can easily be implemented in Indian wear as well. From bandis and kurtas to bandhgalas, these beautiful patterns are surely going to give you something exciting to look forward to next season.  Forget florals this summer, think ink! - Suzaana George   Senior fashion stylist   

The Golden Globe Awards took over Beverly Hills, CA, on Sunday night, and in addition to   the gorgeous red carpet dresses , we couldn't take our eyes off all the dapper men. What's black, white, and (carnation) red all over? A hot Gos in Gucci. Let’s focus on the little details that set him apart: the bow tie is velvet (which is very difficult to tie), the shoes are also crushed velvet but lace-ups not slippers, and the boutonniere is in his breast pocket, rather than pinned to the shawl lapel. If you think any of these details are by accident, then you’ve probably never created a great brand. Extra points for the bell shaped ‘stache. Milo Ventimiglia said his navy blue made-to-measure Ralph Lauren Purple Label shawl-collar tuxedo, “moved like smoke” .   Let’s be honest: A moustache can go really wrong, really fast. But actor Milo Ventimiglia pulled off the old-school look by letting it stand on its own. His impeccably tailore...

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...