The Fleamarket Queen: Accessorize

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Serenity

Hello! I am so glad to finally put up the first style post of 2016. Yes, january has been really busy and I missed the blog and everyone of you. Hope this year has started on a positive note and if not, hold on, things only get better.

2016, is special. We will complete 5 years of our digital presence. 5 years of building a lovely community that loves fashion. 5 years of friendship with fellow bloggers and this wonderful blogosphere- much like a dreamland to all of you who see it from the other side. By now, most girls in India aspire to be fashion bloggers and I love that people are becoming more and more conscious about how they carry themselves.

Its a time, when choices are overwhelming in the digital space- blogs, ecommerce websites, influencer gigs on various social platforms. Well, a lot more on this later, but thats whats making 2016 a big shift in the fashion blogging scene in India.

SERENITY? Yes, don't we try to find that calm in our inner-selves. And when it comes to colors, Pantone, made our lives easier (or difficult?) & picked 2 shades for 2016 -> SERENITY & ROSE Quartz . This had most of us wondering but believe me you, they are a marriage made in heaven ! (unless this post makes you think otherwise) They are the perfect shades for someone who has a love for all things feminine & vintage. As for me, I am soaking myself in the glory of all things quaint and vintage- as you can see on My insta handle- Not there yet? Head right now!

Here's the start to all things really pretty rhis year! Cheers & stay connected on the insta handle!
See you there!

Cheers!
Ila

What's inside QUIKR.COM {REVIEW}

The funny & witty advertisements by QUIKR on TV would tempt anyone to try their fate on QUIKR.COM. After all , everyone is looking for their perfect match- ALL THE TIME!

Buyer Aur Seller ka Perfect Matchmaker? Lets find out if I met my match.

Blogadda invited me to SPEND Rs.5000 on QUIKR this Diwali. Let me tell you I was on cloud 9 at the thought of spending Rs.5000. But when I began searching Quikr , I felt like I am in a fool's paradise. I didn't know what to do with the 5000 Rs.I had to find my perfect match in 4 days! This is when I shut down my PC & went back to bed thinking about all things I keep wishing for.

It just struck me , I wanted a branded watch which adds elegance to my formal dressing at work. I didnt mind using an expensive branded watch if it was maintained well.I found this Casio watch after I added the keyword "CASIO" (as I am fond of casio watches) listed for Rs.6000.

LINK: http://mumbai.quikr.com/Sheen-Casio-womens-White-Dial-Watch-W0QQAdIdZ183863662

My experience:

1. The phone number of buyer was listed.
2. I called and asked seller (hereafter referred to as "Emma" ) to send clearer pictures of the watch.
3. I asked for final price and she said- She will sell it for Rs.3000
4. Our houses were far, so Emma said she will send a guy with the watch & I pay him if I like it .
5. I was to pay Rs.150 even if I didnt buy the watch to compensate for the courier charges.
6. I saw the watch, fell in love & instantly paid Rs.3150 for it.

The Fool's paradise turned out to be a paradise for me. Look at the watch specifics on casio website , this one is indeed special .Priced at Rs.9000 and studded with swarovski elements on a mother of pearl dial. It looks as new as possible! QUIKR has done something , I could never imagine. Could you?
And 5 stars to the amazing seller who was so cooperative.
And yes, I am on cloud 9 , totally!

But wait, I was to spend 5000Rs and instead of exceeding by 1000Rs as I feared; I am left with 2000 more. Damn! I had fewer options for my next purchase as I didnt want to over-spend!

I turned to the handbag section as I am a handbag hoarder, I shamelessly fell for this quilted Accessorize beauty.
LINK: http://mumbai.quikr.com/Accessorize-Black-stylish-purse-Brand-New-W0QQAdIdZ163448749

My experience:

1. I emailed the buyer asking about authenticity of the bag
2. The buyer told me reiterating from listing that this bag was bought from Accessorize store in Singapore Airport -Terminal 2 on 21st July, 2013 and that he still has the tags intact ,however he has lost the bill.
3. I enquired on price (listed as 1545Rs) but since it was SGD 44 ( Rs.2000 as per conversion, he said it was already discounted. I did not want to argue much as I thought the bag looked really nice.
4. He agreed to courier me the bag after I pay him online . Since courier amount was Rs.60 , He adjusted and made total to 1560INR.
5. I received the bag in 2 days. To be frank, I was disappointed because the bag looked smaller than I imagined from the photos. It also had a 30$ tag along with 44$ tag which meant it might be on discount.
Even if it wasn't on discount, I felt it was a lossy deal as the bag hardware in gold was losing its color. I probably did not negotiate well on this one. Nonetheless , a fine bag to use when you go out shopping.

TIPS for shopping on QUIKR:

1. Be sure of what you want before you hit Quikr, or the options will confuse you.
2. Always talk to the seller on phone and not through mails/messaged. I noticed my first purchase was fantastic because I spoke to he seller personally to tell her what my expectation was. When buying 2nd hand products, its important to set your expectations.
3. Always insist on a way in which you may turn down the product if its not upto the mark. You can mutually agree on the terms. For example, in my watch purchase I was clear that if I do not like the watch i will pay only for the courier guy's delivery charge.
4. Ask for more photos of the product in case you do not intend to follow the RETURN route. Also ask the seller to wear the product and click so that an estimate of product size is obtained.
5. QUIKR can be a boon if you follow all above steps! Go there if you have the courage to wear a second hand premium product. There are dealers too, but i did not try.

HAVE YOU TRIED QUIKR???

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The A/W 13 LAVIE handbags collection

“I have a bag with a toothbrush and toothpaste and all the things I might need during the day. I call the bag my trailer. Sometimes you don't have a trailer, so that's my trailer.”

Laura Linney

Hello, pretty ladies. Its that time of the year again! Romantic weather, festivals, annual holidays and so much glee ! The A/W '13 Haute Hues collection from LAVIE bags features shoulder companions that can take you from a busy office day to an evening of fun with the ladies, to a stylish getaway & back home to a shopping spree during the festivities! Tells you why Kareena Kapoor was greedy at the LAVIE store( remember the commercial last season?) ! Travel is the sweetest escape from this busy work-life and what better than these 2 pretty travel must-haves- A red duffle handbag & a brown textured bowling bag(last picture) which also has a single shoulder strap, so you walk carefree! How convenient & on-trend! I have created two looks with 2 of my favorite LAVIE bags. Enjoy the looks & tell me your favorites! You can buy LAVIE handbags at all Bagzone outlets and online on Jabong. I have listed links of my favorite bags which you can buy online. Tell me what you bought!