Fascinated or Fixated Fridays

Thank God it's Friday! 

I am extra happy since I get a long weekend due to the festival Eid.

So for this week's Fascinated or Fixated Fridays post I thought I will add to my review of 

'A' by Anubha.

For the uninitiated, 'A' by Anubha is a California based high-end designer label of khadi oriented clothing by Anubha Srivastav.

Click here to read about my previous review on her work

Launched in October last year, 'A' started with the Autumn Winter collection of Khadi jackets and has gone a long way since then. Currently, 'A' supplies jackets to Gotham City Film Studios, a Los Angeles based company, and is available online through her website & Facebook page.

Apart from high-end designer women's wear jackets, 'A' also does smart men's wear jackets for men who dress to impress!

'A' recently launched their Spring Summer range of classy vests & jackets in a myriad of colors. And for a special Indian element, these jackets have a subtle hint of tone on tone chikan embroidery.

       

 

 Appropriate for any occasion, these vests can be styled in various looks. I love the asymmetrical design of the sky blue vest.

A classic khadi  vest can add volumes of style to any outfit. If you too want to add an edge to your wardrobe, do check her website for more details on how to reach her. 

You can also click the 'A' by Anubha widget on my sidebar.

So what do you feel about these jackets? 

Are you fascinated or fixated?

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Fascinated or Fixated Fridays

As I have said time and again, I love accessories. Jewellery. Bags. Shoes. Scarves. I love them. 

So today's post - the Fascinated or Fixated Fridays post, being my blog's signature post will be on accessories!

Let me introduce you to Aditi Bhatt - Accessories & more. 

I found this brand through Facebook and I instantly fell in love with the collection. Launched in 2011, her brand stands for contemporary, colourful, & electryfying accessories. It’s a parade of hues you’ve never-seen-before. Beautiful,vibrant and full of life each piece is handmade with love. Unique designs with one of a kind enamel work. Stylish, wearable and a whole lot of fun! There is something for everyone!

Aditi Bhatt

"I graduated from NIFT(Gandhinagar) specialising in fashion and lifestyle accessories in 2011. After my course I started working on my label as I always had ideas I wanted to flesh. I wanted to make products that were ‘happy’ vivacious and full of life.And since colours have always been my weakness my products reflect that. I love working with enamel as it’s a versatile and fun medium to play with. I wanted to make jewellery that was fun and colourful and something that also had a strong luxurious feel to it." - Aditi Bhatt, as told to Fascinated or Fixated!

So now let see some of her designs.

Baroque Earrings

Color Carnival Bracelet

Daisy Charm Bracelet

Daisy Earrings

Glamorous Lotus Earrings

Color Carnival Necklace

Jali Collection Ring

Long Lotus Charm Necklace

Lotus Charm Bracelet

Aditi Bhatt Accessories is available in various quirky boutiques in select cities. You can also shop the collection online. You can find all these details on her Facebook page - 

Aditi Bhatt Accessories

Great news for people in Baroda and Mumbai. Aditi Bhatt Accessories will be available at Trisha Gallery, Baroda on 3rd & 4th August and at Shopoholix, Blue Sea Worli, Mumbai on 10th August. 

If you live in Baroda or Mumbai, or planning to visit on these dates, don't forget to check out her collection. I am sure you too would fall in love with these beauties!

So what do you think of her collection? Are you fascinated or fixated?

Do comment below if you liked this post. I would love to hear you out!

Fascinated or Fixated Fridays

Its weekend time!

Well so I thought I will share my latest designs from my label, Anra, with you all. Also, on this note, let me announce, that I am participating in yet another exciting exhibition in town, called High Street Market via Moda - Monsoon Blues 2013. 

It's happening on 1st August from 11:00 Am to 11:00 Pm. 

So if any of you are in Kolkata and are fashion lovers, do visit my stall, I will be there throughout the day spreading my love for handwoven textiles.

So now let me show you some pictures of the latest shoot I did!

Anra Handwoven Cotton Striped Back Tunic with Patch Pocket

Anra Handwoven Cotton High Slit Dress

Anra Handwoven Cotton Half Stripe Tunic

I sometimes wonder how at times I get really fascinated by some trends or colors for a really short while and then there are times when I get too stuck up on certain things as if I am fixated. Like for example, if I talk about colors, every season I have a new favorite. Right now its Coral. But the color that has kept me fixated  forever is Pink. 

Does it also happen to you guys or am I the only weird one?

If you are like me, I would love to hear about your fascinations or fixations, so do comment below to let me know how you like my latest designs? 

Fascinated or Fixated?

Outfit Post - Neon+Pastel

My favorite colors this season are everything in neon and everything in pastel. A store window with neon/pastel clothed mannequins staring at me in flashy lights can bring happiness to me in the most gloomiest days. So, I just had to buy this neon coral colored blouse top from Vero Moda. Its really sheer and I love the tie-up string at the neckline.

Anyways, in my last post I wrote about my online shopping experience at fashion accessories brand Addons at their online website www.addons.co.in 

As I had mentioned that I really love their collection of necklaces, bracelets & earrings. The collection is absolutely contemporary, chic & trendy yet reasonably priced. Here are a few of the designs I liked.

Addons gold layered necklace with filigree design 

Addons silver coloured western necklace with floral cutout design

Addons gold and orange coloured tribal design statement necklace

Addons black and gold necklace with fabric trim detail

Addons black chain bracelet with rings

Addons purple coloured bracelet with abstract metal design

And now moving on to what I bought which is a neon green tribal inspired necklace and a black cutwork encrusted with diamonte bracelet.

 And I paired these with my coral blouse mentioned above and black jeggings.

Top/Blouse - VeroModa

Tank top - VeroModa

Jeggings - All

Ballerinas - Accessorize

Sling Bag - Accessorize

Tribal Necklace - Addons

Bracelet - Addons

Another up close picture of my *NEW* haircut. 

So don't wait, go out and check out the Addons store, at Forum if you are in Kolkata, or visit their online store at 

www.addons.co.in

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Have a happy weekend!

Shopping Experience at Addons - Review!

Accessories are a must have for everyone. 

Accessories were used to enhance a person's outfit but now-a-days its the opposite. Previously we would buy a dress and then look for complimentary jewellery or bags or shoes but now we buy a statement necklace first and then buy the perfect dress for it.

On that note, let me introduce Addons - an accessory brand that brings together an amazing range of high quality men's & women's accessories. 

Women's accessories includes handbags, fashion jewellery, belts, scarves, eye wear and hair accessories.

Addons is all about your desire for heavenly accessories. Known for its exquisite and extensive collection, Addons will cater to all your needs!

They have stores in all major cities across India, plus they have an online shop as well. You can find them at Forum Mall in Kolkata.

I was really impressed by their website and the collection is so tempting. I ended up buying a neon green tribal inspired necklace and fancy charm bracelet. The shopping experience was pleasant. I opted for COD for the first time in my life. I had placed my order on 2nd July, which got dispatched on 3rd July and I received it on 6th July. And all in perfect condition.

I am in love with this brand and good news for all the ladies, Addons is having their end of season sale so don't wait. Rush to their stores now!

http://www.addons.co.in/

An outfit post is on the way. Stay tuned!

Monsoon Magic

Monsoon Magic

Kurti - Anouk from Myntra

Leggings - Pantaloons

Bellies - Accessorize

Bag - Pratha

Earrings - Spencers

Its almost monsoon here in Kolkata and its been a well mix of sunny & rainy days. I have been a little busy with work lately but here I am with an outfit post after a long time. 

I really like the print play and the lovely indigo color of this kurti from the Indigo collection of 'Anouk' bought online at Myntra. The pink button detailing is also very nice.

And let me tell  you about this pretty bag that I am carrying. Its a hand block printed clutch bag from a Varanasi based brand callled 'Pratha', designed by Parul Shah.  I met her at my last exhibition where she was showcasing her collection as well.

Also, I got a new haircut and its short. I am feeling really skeptical about it so do share what you think of this new hairstyle. Not that I can do much about it now!

Hope you all have a magical monsoon weekend! 

Anra @ Colors - The Perfect Palette

My first exhibition in Kolkata was a reasonably good experience. It was a three day event wherein a lot of brands had come together to showcase their collections. My stall space was a little small but I tried to make the most out of it. 

So here are a few pictures of my stall -

My handmade scarf display heads

Handmade jewellery and folders

Moving over to what I was wearing during the event. I wore tunics from my own collection on both days.

Day 1 - I wore the layered vest inspired tunic made with handwoven cotton tant with yellow leggings. This style got sold out on the first day! 

Day 2 - I wore a teal colored tunic made with cotton and silk tant with tangerine jeggings and finished the look with a mustard cotton scarf.

I had a lot of fun meeting new people and making new friends. I am also thankful to my friends and family for all their support. I hope this would prove to be a stepping stone in my career.  *Fingers crossed*

Do comment below if you liked my stall display or my outfits or anything you want to share.

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