how to wear: a tie as inspired by Princess Diana

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For those of you who are unaware, about a week ago, the exact tie pictured above went up for auction, and amidst the excitement regarding the new movie about Princess Diana's life, the tie was expected to fetch $4700. After reading an article about the auction, I was immediately struck by how contemporary the tie itself was and how I would easily be willing to wear this item even now, almost 20 years later! So, below I've provided a few options regarding ties that won't make you look like a little girl in boy's clothes! :)

J. Crew Chambray Floral Tie
I love how this tie looks formal, yet relaxed all at once. I think it would be so easy to pair this tie over a basic white button-down along with a pair of light denims with the cuffs rolled up twice along with a navy blazer thrown on top. Perhaps a pair of black flats would complete the look since you want the tie to be the focal point.

J. Crew Silk Cambridge Tie in Large Dot
This tie I would want to wear with a white button-down, a pair of black tailored suit shorts, and black oxfords or black loafers. Here, the star of the show is the gorgeous spotted tie so I think pairing it with the stark black and white highlights just that.

J. Crew Silk Tie in Small Embroidered Weight Lifters
I picked this tie, simply because I think it's so funny! This tie I would pair with a baby pink shirt and black trousers with perhaps a pair of simple black pumps (a la Kate Middleton). Even though the outfit it simple, I like the idea of juxtaposing the baby pink with the weightlifters.

I hope this helps anyone who wants to wear a tie but doesn't know how!

XOXO
Anagha

inspired by: Deepika Padukone's style

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For those of you who don't know, Deepika Padukone is a famous Indian actress and a member of Bollywood. But the actress also has great style and although I don't know if she is self-styled or if she has a stylist, I'm often impressed by the outfits she wears. I know I've included several formal looks in the photos above, but I also love her more laid-back outfits, which is why I included the first photo. Even though it's quite simple with just the black dress, tan belt, and leopard print flats, I think it's such a great outfit for one of those hot days that are so common to India. The following image is of Deepika wearing a Celine jumpsuit, however she has chosen to wear it backwards! How original and inspired! I know that the third, fourth, and fifth images are all white outfits, and thus a tad drab sounding, they are all so sparkly that I am inclined to go and find a white dress that's just as fancy, or perhaps even a bejeweled white sari or blazer! The sixth photo is of Deepika at the airport and I like how she's not afraid to wear glasses, plus that sweater with the bloom seems like such a versatile piece. The following image of  Deepika in the maxi dress is such an easy piece to wear, I'm definitely looking forward to including such a piece in my wardrobe. The eighth photo is of Deepika in such a beautiful sequined maxi skirt (see HERE for a tutorial by A Pair & A Spare) that I'm looking forward to replicating the look for a future event!

XOXO

Anagha

inspired by: audrey hepburn in the 50s

Images from Roman Holiday (1953)

Images from Sabrina (1954)

Images from Funny Face (1957)

Of all Audrey Hepburn's movies, I think my favorites are the ones made pre-Breakfast at Tiffany's. Roman Holiday, Sabrina, and Funny Face all show Audrey (am I allowed to call her that?) portraying very different characters, but there was still that special quality of hers that she brought to the characters. I also love the way her voice sounded as she had a very unique accent which helped her come across as an innocent sort of bird. Obviously, however, the fashion was the best part of these movies. Legendary costume designer Edith Head (the inspiration for Edna Mode in The Incredibles!) worked on all three movies, and above are some of my favorite outfits. That image from Roman Holiday of Audrey dressed as a princess is absolutely gorgeous and a tad reminiscent of Queen Elizabeth's coronation, an event which occurred only 2 months prior to the release of the movie. I'm also excited to replicate her full-skirted look with the lace-up ballet flats in the image of her with Gregory Peck. All the images from Funny Face are so gorgeous, if you've seen the movie you would know that it's about a fashion magazine using Audrey as their model, and that image of her in a wedding dress with that huge skirt is fantastic, why wouldn't you wear a huge tutu out on a regular day?!

XOXO

Anagha

white on white on white

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Temperley London

Roland Mouret

Collette Dinnigan

Moschino

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White on white on white is a tad nerve-racking, especially for those of us who chronically spill food on themselves (myself included), but I think that this summer's trend of white on white is simply reflective of the way summer makes us all feel in that sense of rebirth. That, and the fact that anything white just looks nice and new (as long as there are no food stains, keep those Tide pens handy!) plus the white compliments a good tan. I'm currently addicted to my snow white Supergas, which I love pairing with pseudo-hipster-preppy outfits. Good luck with this trend, but honestly I think it's quite easy to put your own spin on the whole white on white concept!

XOXO 
Anagha