Among the hoard of dressing options that are available for women, most of us still feel a bereft of style after days of repetitive dressing patterns and lack of innovative outfits in our wardrobe. As much as we may like to deny it, but the fact remains that one can’t be undergo a makeover every day, so the most appropriate solution comes across as styling your wardrobe with creativity and innovation for a fresher and trendy approach. Stylists all over the world sing the song of fashion trends, however the primary decisive factor for all women remains comfort, ditch those passing fads and stick to your personal style to be able to carry what you look good in, here are a few tips which we think can be useful when you dress to impress.

 • If western wear fancies you more, investing in a couple of basic black and brown trousers is your best bet. You can always add variety by pairing these with versatile blouses and shirts in multiple designs and styles.

 • Consider your frame and dress accordingly. A gorgeous dress may not be the best outfit for you if it does not fit well but a well draped plain sari can add work wonders if it flatters your shape. Consider your body type before blinding following a trend in vogue. • For those who swear by only ethnic wear, the style statement may get monotonous after a while. Kill the monotony by dressing creatively. For instance, pair a fitted top with a Patiala and throw a matching dupatta for a fusion look or else alter your sari draped get up by replacing a blouse with a sleeveless or halter top.

 • Dig out those closet orphans that have been lying inside for ages and redefine your style by teaming them with different garments. For example, pick out that oversized tunic and wear a skinny jeans underneath it or that complement that old ghagra skirt with a tank top for some glamour.

• Accessorize your plain attires and sizzle in oomph. Add some funky belts in fluorescent colours or throw together a few pieces of statement jewellery.

• Redefining style using stoles and scarves also goes a long way, tie them around your waist as a belt, or below your chest to create an illusion of an empire line or drape it with a knot around your neck. Great style is not just about a never ending wardrobe that is tip to toe in sync with the season’s trends but it is more to do with bringing versatility into the same outfits by mix and match and some creative thought.

Among a hoard of trends that overtake the ramp and the fashion followers, the overpowering metal collection stands apart from the crowd. This whole concept isn’t really new to the world of fashion yet the presentation of the most recent styles has been regale with patterns and designs that can flatter almost everyone’s body and shape.

The bombastic and overwhelming shades in metal are not just captivating but can instantly bestow a fashionistas charm on you. The best part about this elegant trend is the fact that it’s quite unisexual, men and women, both can sport clothes and accessories glazed with metallic hues and get their way to attention.

Women can strut some booty in evening gowns designed in metallic hues such as copper, golden, grey, steel grey and silver, much like their favourite red carpet stars. On an evening out a little dressy number in shades of heavy metal can be a rocker too. If you don’t intend to go too far with fashion, keep it minimal by sporting a metallic top in smart silhouettes to complement a skinny fitting jeans or an edgy black skirt.

Men can brighten up the mood by sporting a metallic waistcoat or a shirt. However refrain from dressing in metal from tip to toe unless you want to be mistaken as the next door male hooker or a gymnast.

For those who love to dress up in a subtle way, a great way to enhance the entire get up is by accessorising it with metal coloured goodies. A metallic sling bag, a shiny hobo bag can add charm to your plainest outfit. Try out the hair accessories in shades of metal if you love to experiment. Men can try sporting a waistcoat in understated metallic hues or even a steel grey or golden tie with a monochromatic suit.

It’s great to sport the trendiest stuff before anyone else does, however a word of caution is to avoid overdoing as it will kill the glamour and make you look more like a dressed to thrill mannequin. So make your aesthetics do the sweating and step out with a million dollar look.

Are there times when you are waiting to attend a hep bash at the swanky club in the town and as the moment of epiphany arrives you figure out that almost nothing in your wardrobe in worth being carried off as club wear? It isn’t just you or I but almost every second woman undergoes the same feeling every now and then.

In order to your relief, the closest solution does not really demand for us to throw away the garments gracing our closet and invest in exorbitantly priced newbies, but just some out of box thinking and aesthetical judgement to dress up like a Diva from pretty much what is available.

If you still contemplating, how under the sun is that possible, read a little further until you are happy with what your eyes see

•Denim Dance Don’t yet throw away your old pair of denims that has an out dated boot cut fit, instead, get the edges chopped from the tailor next door and revamp it into an itsy bitsy shorts that will make you sizzle.

• Colour Code             Hate your dull grey and white tops that have lost their charm, let them shine again. Invest in a DIY (Do it yourself)  fabric painting kit, use the charm of colours in interesting patterns and splash some shine all through.

• Shrug it up Are you planning to ditch your old sequinned jumper for the extra bling, save it for a rainy day rather? Just get it ripped by a tailor and convert it into a stylish shrug with just the right amount of sheen. Pair it over a tank top or a tube dress.

• Warmth Redefined Have an oversized pullover that is passé, well you can get it back to the haute couture, just team it up with a pair of funky jeggings with interesting prints, add a girl next door touch with ballerinas, and make the world go round.

• Accessory Town The not so hot beads that are lying waste inside your jewellery box are screaming for attention. Don’t ignore them, just use them right, wear a beaded necklace right on your head and make heads turn. Pick that old leather belt and stitch it to your tiny handbag, and be ready to flaunt that haute sling back within no time.

Tighten your purse strings this fall, for you may not need a shopping spree to look chic. Give a closer look to your closet and revamp your style sans any indulgence

For all those who do not swear by colour codes and love to experiment with their wardrobes, there are endless choices to dress. The hazy and dull winter weather calls for all matte shades and vibrant hues to be digged out of the closet and grace the streets. Bolder shades such as bottle green, fuchsia and indigo are winning combinations, but what can set eyes aflutter is the carnal scarlet colour.

Often associated with celebration and merry making, the colour red adds charm and sensuality to any attire and any look. Surveys and research have proven to those men find women sporting much more attractive to those dressed in any other colour. Are you already tempted to turn into the next female, Red Riding hood, well here  is your quick style guide that will ensure you commit no  fashion faux pas.

CRIMSON DIARY

A classic shade, red can make your skin glow, incorporate red in your wardrobe in form of red blouses, tops (preferably I fabrics like satin, velvet, silk) or ditch the LBD for a little red dress instead. Gowns and evening cocktail dresses in red are sure to turn you into a Diva instantly. Go bohemian with red Ghaghara skirt paired with a muted tank top or get more punk with red leather leggings teamed with a basic tunic.

TROT IN RED

Red stilettos are sure shot head turners when sported with a short dress or an evening gown. One can also add some playful colour by wearing red flip flops with embellishments to complement ethnic wear or flaunt a pair of sneakers with ultra-chic shorts or causal denims.

ACCESORY FERVOUR

A plain Jane look can be altered to a sex goddess’s avatar in minutes by throwing in some red coloured accessories. Flaunt a red beaded necklace or a chunky pair of red stone earrings. Add some oomph to that single piece dress by sectioning it with a red leather belt. For an understated yet graceful appearance, add a red rose to your hair and smell delicious.

RED-ENED LOOK

Adding red to your make up is the easiest way to up your hotness quotient. Exude a diva’s  seductiveness with a Scarlett red lip colour, cheeks brushed with a bit red blush powder for evening occasions and even a tinge of red shimmer goes a long way to send just the right signals to the opposite sex.

Fashion slaves may religiously follow tips and tricks that make them stand out of the league, irrespective of their age and bodies. Some of these tips can be ultimate source of information and may help us get the perfect look or even perk up our daily looks by adding more oomph to it.

Although there isn’t a rule book for fashion, we all judge the style and trend with our respective sense of aesthetics (in place or not), seldom we come across a guide to help us stress on what not to wear or what not to carry to save you from being banned by the fashion police. We observed a few random people, researched the most infallible disasters and as a result here are a few tips that can save you from being broadcasted on P3P fashion bloopers ever.

Size Wise

Save you self from being the talk of the town by ensuring right sized clothes, anything too tight or too loose fitting will only mar your dress’ appeal and in turn make you the object of common mockery

Match Making

It is nice to complement colours in your attire, but something as hideous as an indigo dress with indigo heels and a blue coloured neckpiece may make you look like the emblem in the flag. So choose the colour palette judiciously and refrain from overdoing it.

Accessory Wary 

Accessories go a great way in enhancing your outfit and add drama to it too; however throwing everything together will only add confusion to the look. Refrain from over indulgence; wear only one or two pieces of statement jewellery at one time, unless you want to be mistaken for a jewellery advert model.

Lingerie Lure

 Your booty certainly gets a lift with those sensuous thongs but just so you know,the world really can do well without a glimpse of them. Avoid wearing clothes that strung too low on your cleavage or on your derriere to prevent a peek-a-boo right on the roadside.

Make-Up Mania

Twilight may be your dreamy inspiration but its better restricted to a surreal world, the real mortals may get scared with the oozing dark eyes or blood red lips, stick to colours that gel well with your skin. Smoky eyes are appealing only until they don’t look like smudged ashes.

Unlike the wedding occasions or the official celebrations, dressing up for a cocktail party is an entirely different ball game. Since there is no boundary line to distinguish whether one ethnic wear will be more appropriate or western styles will be more serenading, women often tend to get caught with this dilemma.

You choice of outfit and a certain look should actually be dependent on certain decisive factors such as the reason behind the celebration (formal or informal invite), the venue (a lounge or an open air lawn) and of course the weather (summers or winters). Consider these primary factors before decking up in any particular fashion.

Ethnic Wear

Stick to churidar Kurtas with applique, sequins or shimmer work (not overdone) in bright shades or minimalistic sarees in sheer, net, georgette. Complement the saree with a stylish halter blouse or a backless choli. Refrain from too much shine and bling on your dress rather keep it understated with easy make up and accessories.

Western Wear

A classic evening gown in satin, velvet or crepe can enhance your sensuality and if you are comfort driven, a knee length fall dress in mono chromatic shades or a feminine skirt with a matching blouse can be your best bets.

Fusion Wear

Pair an ethnic tunic with sheer leggings or even a heavy embroidered choli with a pair of jodhpuri pants or boyfriend jeans for a more dramatic look. Teaming up a lehnga skirt with a fitted top is another great way to define your curves without going over the top

Accessories

Depending on the attire, carefully choose the accessories; add a dash of gold or stone based jewels to go along with an ethnic get up. For western wear stick to a simple statement jewellery piece (a cocktail ring/ a stone pendant or a handcuff) that does not draw attention from your dress.

Hair and Make up

A no fuss look with hair straightened is handy and elegant, at the same time; you can also opt for girly curls to complement a simple and understated dress. Retro buns with hair accessories can be enticing but ensure to pin them up carefully to avoid your hair going haywire in the middle of the party.

Highlight your facial contours by emphasising on the dramatic eye trend. Create smoky eyes using non-smudge kohl, a waterproof liner and fill the brows with a shimmer based eye shadow. Bolder shades like maroon and reds are an excellent way to enhance your sex appeal without much effort so indulge in this and finish the look with a neutral lip gloss.

As someone has rightly phrased a would be mother’s emotion with the words” My precious little baby I have loved you from the start You are a tiny miracle Laying closely to my heart Each day I feel your presence Each day you heart beats softly As only I could know So I’ll keep this in a special place And remember each year through Of this very special time in my life The moment I carried you”.

Motherhood is one of the most cherishing experiences for a woman and an entirely new phase where she learns to accept the physical and emotional changes to herself. Amidst the rush of emotions and the extra care routine, would be mothers often tend to neglect their wardrobe owing to the changes in their structure and to ensure precautions are taken while dressing up. But to their surprise maternity fashion has evolved drastically over the past few years, with top notch designers and fashion brands launching attractive maternity wear for all age and sizes, it has only grown bigger and better

A quick glance at these handy tips and conquering maternity style will be a cakewalk for all the pretty mommies out there

Invest in a pair of classic maternity jeans, since these can be combined with a variety of tops, tunics or blouses, they are a great wardrobe enhancer .Also these will sure be much in need post-partum.

If versatility is your pick, grab a couple of maternity suits that can be combined with funky tee shirts for day wear and can even make you sizzle through an evening simply by throwing over a silk or satin blouse

·Due to changes in the body frame it becomes essential to opt for healthy and safe undergarments, ditch your underwire bra and wear a sports bra or a regular cotton one for better support and increased comfort.

Buy a few tunics in exciting patterns since these are free flowing they tend to take attention from the ever expanding tummy. Pair these with soft fabric leggings for a great outfit.

Last but not the least, buy flip flops and cute ballerinas in multiple colours since it is advised not to wear heels add some bold and chunky statement jewellery pieces that are striking and complement even the plainest attire.

Most of us often come across the high flung fashion brands that stock your dream dresses and other apparel but the swanky price tags are too dark a cloud for this silver lining. But whoever understands style, would agree that one has to have an eye for dressing and not a perky wallet. Mix and match the right pieces, throw some contrasting clothes together and add a touch of funky accessories and you can set the street on fire without burning your pocket. Here’s how we do economy dressing

Settle for Classics
Invest in a few standard pieces such as a well fitted black formal trouser, a pair of smart bootleg/ skinny jeans. A classic and elegant white shirt ( not a see through fabric) is a must have for any woman’s wardrobe. A seductive black dress in a length of your choice and not to forget a basic shrug to compliment different attires are few picks that can add definition to your wardrobe.

The art of mix and match
Tickle your aesthetic nerves and dress smart. Rather than following the season’s trends blindly, set your own fashion phenomena. Mix and match clothes according to the occasion. For eg, combine a shimmer filled top with a formal black trouser and some smoky eye make up to look like a diva

Stich your style
Check out the wholesale fabric markets and scout for interesting patterns, shades and fabrics that are easy on pocket and get them tailored to perfection. Not only will this save ample moolah but will also ensure well fitted garments and novelty in your wardrobe.

Scouting Sales
If you simply can’t let go of your brand loyalty, resort to a smarter way of shopping. Keep a tab of the sale season for your favourite brands and pick more from less money. This may require you to be patient; however those extra shopping bags are a great incentive.

The serene shade of white is often remarked as a symbol of purity and has been restricted in its use when it comes to fashion wear; however the evolution in fashion has touted white as the next best thing that has an instant chic feel to it. Not only do clothes in white look sophisticated, they also flatter almost all skin types.

White undoubtedly is an ageless colour that can complement any look, yet one has to be aware of the right ways to sport white colour in apparel and accessories both. For those with a petite frame and well-structured body, it is best to flaunt white shade in well fitted shirts and blouses, for a crisp look.

Curves are certainly irresistible and make them look yet more gorgeous under sheer chiffon fabric in white. If you happen to be on the plump side, do not stick to fit or too tight clothes; instead opt for a little oversized garment. For example pair an oversized top with a short and slingy skirt. Adding accessories can also lend a bit of versatility to a single colour tone. And for those who love to bask in style, combine your whites with tan shades using footwear or bags and be the epitome of class aesthetically.

Let your imagination soar and use interesting combinations of white paired with other brighter shades or let it just play a nude show, depending on your mood and occasion, and you are sure to get noticed.

Do you gorge over delectable candyfloss shades? Is your wardrobe craving for some feminine touch? If yes, you sure would love to bask in the current season’s trend. The fall collections, being revealed by most high end designers are all about highlighting the pretty little things from ruffles to frills, bows and much more that is sure to appeal your girly side

A hint of Victorian dressing with lace trimmings, frilled dresses, puffed sleeves are making it big all around the globe. And top it with a sugar rush palette that adds an element of mush to it. Experiment with a whole new vision of colours such as candy pink, marmalade yellow, or saturated neon shades that are all reminiscent of teeny- weeny days.

Pair those ultra-soft fabrics of georgette, satin and the ruffled organza for a girl next door appeal. However refrain from overdoing the indulgence. Pair your clothes with smart accessories instead. Want to make a statement with a dressy blouse, go easy on the leggings or pants and throw in some understated accessories in contrasting shades fort the perfect attire.

Explore the high street brands for some envious picks on display or scout the local flea market for pocket friendly deals for the budget conscious.