Monday, January 25, 2010

Kids go the Designer way!

Kids fashion is nowhere behind the latest fashion trends blooming across all ages. With some of the top-most designers pitching their talents into the field for a Brand especially for 'kid couture', the tiny-tots have a reason to smile and to wear their styles. The brand named as 'Kidology' has the top-notches from the Indian fashion fraternity Ritu Kumar, Malini Ramini, Gauri and Nainika and Gaurav Gupta, all highlighting their efforts into what the kids prefer to wear. The collection is supposed to blend a huge tilt of Indian culture with that of the Westerners.

Kids Fashion

Ankur Mittal, Promoter of Kidology, recently said that they want to target this segment as there is a huge demand for it and the supply seems to go in void. He also added that over the recent years the choices of and for kids have shifted drastically towards the more contemporary and branded stuff. Parents also have started to make conscious efforts to give their kid the right wardrobe and style.

With the prices expected to range between Rs 1500-8000, the brand has something to offer to all segments of buyers. Along with the stylish outfits for kids, the conglomerate is also expected to launch a trendy collection for the expecting mothers. As the segment is derived from appropriate and requisite collection, the brand certainly would bring a nerve of excitement for all expecting mothers. The most commendable aspect of the collection would be that the outfits could also be worn post-pregnancy.

Kids Fashion

Kidology indeed has done its homework quite well in order to get that lacking smile on the face of expecting mothers and toddlers in India.

Monday, January 18, 2010

Bridal Jewellery: A fashion statement!

Indian women since ages has cherished jewellery and specially so when it comes to her marriage. Shopping for Bridal jewellery is a dream of every women and preparations start months before the D-day. Over the years, Bridal jewellery in India has gone a metamorphosis in its anatomy and has become a fashion statement for Indian Women now. The jewellery is no longer considered a separate entity rather it is seen complimenting the attire in unique ways.

Indian Bridal Jewellery

The basic ornaments worn in Indian Bridal wear are Maangtika, earings, armbands, necklace, bangles and rings. The Maangtika that adorns the central parting on Bride's forehead, has come a long way from being a stereotyped gold ornament to a stylish and fancy accessory available in different colors, shapes, sizes and materials. The hair accessory now are used to suit the Bridal attire, that is if the attire reflects diamonds, the effect is expected out of the Tika.

Earings are now available in a variety of patterns from small delicate ones to huge patterns covering the whole year. Bridal earings are desired to be a noticeable ornament these days. Brides and families are now ready to experiment with the color and material of the earings. One ornament that is a must and that gathers maximum attention of an Indian bride is the necklace. There is a present trend of wearing multiple neck-pieces and gathering them in unique arrangements.

Indian Bridal Jewellery

Bajuband or the arm-band is an interesting accessory these days, that is sometimes often seen covering the entire hand. Another hand accessory that holds tremendous importance in Indian weddings is the bangle. Hand bangles are now available in different embellishments and materials. Like other jewels, rings are also available in different metals, colors and gemstones. Finger rings are generally worn on the ring fingers, however, finger rings can be worn on several fingers, as per the preference of the bride.