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{ E.D.I.T.O.R.I.A.L} Caravan Diaries - I

Hello beautiful people !

Firstly thanks to my instagram family who voted for the name of this series because i was really confused . This series has two looks and both are bohemian in nature. I love bohemian styling and this was the style i wore extensively in my graduation years !

When you hear the word "bohemian" OR "gypsy", you instantly conjure up images of someone who wanders or travels on long journeys by road and wears a mish-mash of accessories. The looks i created in this editorial series are subtly bohemian and very wearable . This look is shot in johannesburg while the other is shot in Dullstroom- my favourite village in South Africa!

THE CARAVAN CULTURE OF SOUTH AFRICA
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I have been wary of road travel all my life but ever since i came to South Africa , my idea of road travel took a U-turn! The roads here are some of the best in the world, sometimes rivalling those in Europe. Those who are still confused - South Africa is a country in Africa and not the southern region of Africa ! So yes, this country is very different from the rest of Africa and resembles life in europe albeit a bit cheaper!

Most tourists who travel to South africa wouldn't even know what I'm talking about until they see it for themselves ! Caravan culture is huge in South africa. Road travel is the most common mode of transport between cities and holidaying the old world style is as natural as breathing for the white south africans . I did try unearthing some articles on the history of caravans in this country but unfortunately not much is written about it. Its as if, this was as normal as owning a house !

I had never seen real caravan carriages in my life . But in Johannesburg , towards the end of the year - caravans are the most common sight ! Camping is huge in this country and the lack of a train network for public transport or buses has people taking up holidaying to an all new level ( OR shall i say old level?) . For me caravans existed in history and story books . But its only here i realised they are as common as having your own car ! The love for camping also stems from the fact that this country has the most faboulous outdoors and most importantly its clean!

Every family goes on their annual holiday in their cars tugging along a caravan unit. At first it was a bit overwhelming when i saw every other car tugging a little luggage unit behind or a small caravan. I do see it as a road risk but then so many of them going their way made me comfortable with their sight ! I did feel like i was living in the 50s, such is the charm of south africa ! And this editorial series combines my bohemian styling with the experience of Caravans as an observer - not a user . I still traveled without caravans because it took me a while to digest this was real! So if you are someone who'd love to enjoy this kind of travel , this whole equipment is available for rent in major cities - Go for it!

ABOUT THIS LOOK:
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Now , this look here is perfect when you want to look feminine and be comfortable at the same time on a road journey. I got this dress on sale in H&M, johannesburg . Lately i am loving dresses from H&M. I love the ruffles and the vintage floral print, not to forget the fabulously ruffled V-neck ! The boots are all over my instagram handle and my favourite recent buys from Delhi's famous Sarojini nagar fleamarket. The earrings are ZARA. I tied my hair to draw attention to the lovely details of this dress and i think it worked. Also, watch out for the next look as it features a real caravan ! Yoohoo!

*Photography : Four sixty
*Edits : yours truly

TILL NEXT TIME CIAO!

This post was featured on Links à la Mode fashion roundup by Independent Fashion Bloggers.

A New Day

Happy New Year guys!

And if you though you were done with those forced wishes to everyone on your contact list and sending you WhatsApp forwards, well its not over yet.

Happy New Year sounds good and gives you a lot of hope. Because the astrology Gurus start forecasting your destiny for the new year a month before January. You return with renewed vigour - because - A new day, a New year, changing constellations , yet another chance?

You scour through zodiac forecasts, Tarot readings, and everything that tells you about the winds of change - and all happy ones only.

What if I told you, every day was a new year day? Because for a fact, it is . Every single day that you wake up is indeed a gift and chance to change things in your favour . This is only if you believe. Just because someone writes positive about your zodiac for a particular year, you regain all the positive energy and perhaps start working in a positive direction. Its all about how you just conditioned your mind on the basis of what you read .

So why can you not believe that every single day will be a day to drive that positive change. If you sleep with the same dreams every night just like you did on the 31st December of every year gone by, every other day you wake up will be a January 1st . In short, every day will be exciting , fresh and inviting. Just ask your mind before it deceives you to wait for another 31st December!

---And I will not like to sign off with just this Gyaan. Because , I want to thank you. Thank you for being with me here, always. I think I am more thankful on instagram for reasons known. I am constantly running Giveaways on Twitter so that you continue to feel good as much as I do talking to you guys! An exciting 2017 begins and I would like to share my new year resolutions in the next post! Until then, enjoy this post and tell me your favourite piece from this outfit! For me, it has to be 3 things - My sunglasses ( Love them to bits because they are my first Ray-bans) , My brogues ( There is something called perfect stitching and these handmade classic from Clarks shoes define perfection. Its a cult model called HAMBLE OAK , look for link at the bottom of the post. They have more colours every season), My dress ( I cannot be partial to this piece because its fun, flirty and bohemian ). Also , let me tell you how I kept my hawk-eye open to scout deals on the sunnies (Thanks Snapdeal for a 40% off) and brogues (Clarks website- 70% Off) . Thanks God ! I splurged on the dress as it was new collection at SPLASH and I couldn't resist this dress. Forgive me "Discount" Lord. This is my only mistake this year. :D

Outfit Details : Dress: SPLASH(2200)| Sunnies (Rayban-3500 after discount on SNAPDEAL)| Bangle- Colaba Causeway (100 Rs)| Hand-cuff- Promod (300Rs on discount) , 5 finger Rings- Accessorize ( On 70% discount at 300 Rs) , Brogues (Clarks Website- Rs.2100 approx after 70% discount, Buy here)

Till Next time, CIAO!

The Boho Valentine

Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.

- Henry Van Dyke

While Reds will reign the streets tomorrow , why not take the alternate path?

Romantic soft pinks thrown in with earthy browns for a boho-chic look.

Rebellious and every bit feminine!

Like cutesy pink macaroons blending with hot brown chocolate sauce!

What is your take this Valentine's?

I am in love with my faux leather woven heart shaped bag .

Everywhere i carry it, all eyes are on it.

Wear your Heart on your Sleeve girlz!

The rosette hairband is the most feminine hair accessory that i own.

It feels so delicate and girly.

The leather wrist-cuff is my latest addition to the boho collection.

Not to miss the wooden spear-shaped neckpiece that is a statement piece in itself!

What is so appealing about these wooden and leather accessories is the rustic

flavor they add.Very raw, very Stone-agey!

Pretty Bow-peep !

And when you have had enough of that pretty hairband, tie it around your wrist like a wrist-band!

Sandals-Marks&Spencers| Heart bag-Dharavi| Leather cuff,Wooden pendant- Janpath| Rosette hairband- Lifestyle| Dress-Bandra, On my lips- Bourjois Lipgloss( for the shade drop a msg!)

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(I do not want to depress you lovely people.But when you lose a loved one, its the end of a part of your life.There comes a void like never.My dear papa has descended into a world where none of us mortals have gone, but i will continue to do everything so that he notices his child from far away.

And that is why I am back to my blog as with creativity and fresh thoughts , the sorrow mellows down.

You cannot escape the stones thrown at you , but you can always keep your shield ready,Right people?
And btw, the good news is that yours truly has just completed a month of being hitched. )

My love affair with florals- 2006

The year - 2006

Profession- Student ( IIIrd yr B.E)

Hobbies - Hunting for stylish clothes at throwaway prices in the wonder city called -Nanded( Maharashtra)

I'm super-excited to share my outfit photos from the year 2006. I spent four years of my life in this town called Nanded where i completed my graduation.

4 years of washing my own clothes in the hostel at 3 a.m in the night.Why ?

There were only 3 bathrooms between 40 people !!! Hehe. Sounds fun doesn't it?!

More about my hostel days later.I loved to collect colorful clothes back then in 2006.Feels dated,eh?

What you will see is that i give accessories a complete miss ;the complete focus is on the dress,footwear and my favorite black sports watch .

Here are my favorite trends:

# 1

Give blue jeans a break.Look for earthy shades with a slight flare!

Ditch the Tees.Go for Flutter wrap blouses.Umm...a big word.

The blouse i'm wearing here is a wrap blouse with flutters at the bottom.

Femininity at its peak!

#2

Denim capris are fun.How about trying them in shades other than black /blue?

Another Floral blouse which is supposed to be off-shoulders :)

Peep-toes get an airy twist with their strappy cousin and vertical slits.

Halter neck black & white floral dress.

Give a break to the good old LBD

Its the LBWD :)

Exaggeration is the king!

Oversized sleeves were big besides a distracting V-cut blouse

White was my favorite even then.I loved my white sandals from BATA :)

I didn't even spare my lounge wear from florals :)

Top, pyjama and the roses .Picture Perfect!

1960 ish

The flutter wrap blouse in a vintage close-up

Thanks for reading till the end.Hope you enjoyed my Rewind 2006.

All these photos were clicked by a Nokia phone with a 2MP camera,courtesy my

friend Kani in front of the girls hostel .

Till next time, bye byes and lots of love!

P.S Your comments are most awaited .

Palazzo Play

And just when we thought futuristic clothing was the way forward, the fashion fraternity takes a REWIND to the 70s trend.
Palazzo Pants.
Seen in all its flavors from prints to solids, medium flares to wide flares in Spring-summer 2011, Palazzo is the word.

When i found these, they seemed almost as irresistible as would have an Apple to Adam .
They are best worn with skinny tops to avoid a ballooned look.
They are a boon for the taller crowd , as for the shorter girls it gives them the illusion of a shorter frame.
See how beautifully they hide the hips and since they are high waist, accentuate the waist further!

If you are out in the breezy weather, the air fills these pants and look prettier.
Perfect for a summer stroll on the street !

And to pair it with my Mom's 70s tusk neck piece was sheer delight.
I feel like a Hippie from the 1970s.My dad would wear the medium- flared pants back then; i can't wait to show him these :)