Sunny Leone’s Black Magic Apala Sunny Leone who is not only seen on the screen is off late also scorching the ramp at the Indian International Jewelry Week held at Mumbai. Walking the ramp for the brand Apala- which means most beautiful in Sanskrit shw was seen wearing Tribal  jewellry which was designed by Sumit Sawhney. Sunny Leone's necklace has a green parandi attached to the chain made of golden coins from behind. Speaking about his designs Sumit Sawhney says the collection will be "an evolution" by fusing the tribal and the royal styles. "Apala means the 'most beautiful' in Sanskrit. This exquisite silver jewellery collection with 22-carat gold layering incorporates the richness of the royalty and the audacity and rugged styling of the tribals."

Shredded Jeans for the Monsoon look     The shredded jeans of the 1990s are back ! Or when did they ever disappear to make a comeback? With the super models, singers and Hollywood celebrities who wear these shredded jeans or distressed denims for their casual outings, have picked with up craze with our Bolly and Tollywood celebrities as well. Worn on and off in the past 3 years these shredded jeans look uber cool and can be worn either with a tied plain T shirt like how Tamannah wore it , or check out Alia Bhatt who is seen in skin tight shredded black jeans with printed bustier and white layer top and heels.     But the one who tops the list is Deepika Paudkone who is wearing a brown leather jacket on top of a sleeveless Tee shirt and sun glasses paired with a  light blue shredded jeans, casually walking out of the airport. Make this your new monsoon look for college or casuals!

 Divas  in Designer Gowns   The Annual 61st Idea Filmfare Awards (South) night was a glitzy & glamorous event. Held at Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai where the who ’s who of the South Indian Film Industry were present in their most scintillating outfits. While the younger ladies brigade like Shruthi Haasan, Samantha, Tammannah, Lakshmi Manchu wore designer gowns, the senior lot like Rekha, Khushboo ,Soundarya Dhanush,Nayanatara ,Nithya Menon were seen in sober sarees.   Shruthi Haasan wore a Gaurav Gupta , Tammannah  is seen in  a lace gown  from Miguelina and Samantha Ruth Prabhu is seen in a  strapless gown  from the Gauri Nainika’s  collection. We say thumbs up to Shruthi Haasan’s  cream and gold ball gown …how about you?

New Collection in Crystal Jewelry Check out the latest trends in fashion jewelry that has hit the market this monsoon season. Large Chandbalis, small Chandbalis, with and without Jhumkas attached .Among the dangle fashion earrings, there are several varieties including hammered, enameled, studded and jeweled. The latest trend now in fashion jewelry is the usage of crystals in the designs. This gives a very classy and formal look deviating from the regular trend of semi precious Indian style of jewelry.     Actress Asmita Sood who had recently launched a designer collection exhibition in the city of Hyderabad is seen wearing a huge Chandbali with Jhumkas and strings attached. There are smaller versions of these for those who have subtle tastes too which are cute and simple.   The latest in the brooch necklaces are exquisitely crafted with semi precious stones and crystals like turquoise, rose quartz, lapis lazuli and agate slices .As you can see these are used in the brooch chains   along with pearls which look extremely sophisticated for an evening formal wear. The best part is that they can be worn for formal wear and party wear.    

Perfect A line skirt for the Curvy lady Women’s Corporate wear is  endearing one and all with the trend of  looking professional in Western wear has caught up fast. Wearing a skirt which suits your body type is important or else it would be highly unflattering on your body. For women who have curvy shapes should wear the A – line patterned skirts. This is shaped like the capital A and as it indicates narrow at the top and wide at the helm. This skirt is perfect for the plus sized women who have wide hips and thighs as it tends to cover the fat around the problem areas, it would best if the skirt is worn plain colours and avoid big floral prints which might end up accentuating your hips and make you look larger than what you are.

Eco friendly Coconut Shell jewelry   From South Asia to our Gods own country Kerala we have seen how extensively the coconut fruit can be used. The tender water is an elixir in summer, the oil extracted is used for the hair, the outer fibers is used for making coir ropes and mats, the flesh both fresh and dried is used in cooking, the left over shell is used as firewood. They are also made into spoons and ladles. Apart from this the dry outer shell is also used for making hand crafted jewelry.   Exquisitely crafted Bangles, earring, lockets, hair clips, buttons and necklaces are made out of these shells and can be worn daily for college wear or formal wear depending on the occasion. This organic jewelry offers an eclectic mix of contemporary and tradition designs which can be worn for any occasion.    The natural color tones found on the coconuts shell make for beautiful patterns and there is no need to further enhance the design.   A great alternative for people who are sensitive to metallic earrings, this organic jewelry can also be crafted with gold etchings on it, making it a jewelry preserved for antiquity.

Peek a Boo Double French Braid     Check out this super cool double French braid which will improve your hair style quotient. It appears to be   complicated to DIY, but if you see closely it’s just making two braids. In the center which is tight and the second one is made with the strands taken from the sides and which also needs to be a bit messy for that cool look. How to do it 1. First  divide  your hair into three vertical sections 2. Plait a tight French braid in the center section and secure the end with a band. 3. Take the sides of your hair sections and create another French Braid over the center braid. 4. You have to tie this loosely over the center one and then join both the sections at the end. It has to look like you have had two sets of braids which are joined at the bottom. You can tie it with flower rubber band which will give you that vintage look. And the best part  is that the braids need not be perfect which makes it so appealing.

Transform thrice with this printed shirt   The humble sleeveless shirt with a basic print is something that you can transform  thrice and look corporate, chic and trendy with just a bit of change.Check out these style tips. Corporate look- Wear this shirt over a pair of slim fit trousers and tuck the shirt. With your lap top bag, stilettos and minimal accessories you are good to go to work. Chic Style -You can wear the same shirt over a pleated skirt or plain mid length skirt  and wear  wedges  and add a shopping bag for that chic look when you go out shopping. Trendy College look-Simple- wear a plain short T shirt inside and open the buttons of the shirt .Tie a knot at the bottom and wear  this on a casual pair of blue denim jeans. Add in some funky bangles and your favorite shades and you are the next fashion icon in college.    

India’s Top Desirable Woman & Fashion Icon -Shruthi Haasan   Catch Shruthi Haasan in a Gaurav Gupta gown getting ready to groove for an event in Chennai. This doe eyed beauty who is the daughter of legendary Kamal Haasan and Sarika has been declared one of the most Desirable Woman in India. With a flawless skin, great figure and with matching acting and singing talent this fashion icon likes to keep her style statement simple and practical. Check out her views for what fashion means to her: · It’s easy to get carried away by other people's idea of what's best for you, when it comes to fashion. The only thing I have done is just stay true to my own style. · For example, I am very eclectic and my style statement reflects my mood. I neither follow trends blindly nor am I obsessed with brands, unless I find myself really comfortable with what I wear. · I have always believed that the clothes shouldn't wear you, instead you should wear them. Just be yourself, no matter what. · No amount of lipstick or make-up can make you feel better in the long run, if you don't accept who you are. I realised that this is my face and body and that I might as well be happy about it. · The moment we embrace this truth and start loving ourselves, I think the confidence shows on your face and your life isn't the same after that. · You have to think sexy to feel sexy about yourself.

Tabu in Kurta and cropped pants by Prama    As we saw the bevy of young Bollywood celebrities come for the 'Lekar Hum Deewana Dil' premiere we also caught up with our Hyderabadi and low profile but talented Tabu at the event. With very little makeup or accessories, barring a golden clutch and flat slippers, she looked sublime in a ‘Prama’ dress by Pratima Pandey. The ensemble included a green long dress on top of which she wore a white embroidered organza kurta and short cropped pants.

మ్యాచింగ్ రింగ్ వాచ్   మారే కాలంతో మారిపోతూ... కాలాన్ని కాలాన్ని చూబించే... వాచీ ఇప్పుడు ఇలా అమ్మాయిల మనసు దోచేలా ట్రెండ్ కి తగ్గట్టు.. రకరకాల డిజైన్స్ లో దొరుకుతోంది. వేసుకునే డ్రస్స్ కి మ్యాచ్ అయ్యేలా ‘ఉంగరం వాచీని’ పెట్టుకుంటే ట్రెండీగా కనిపిస్తారు. అమ్మాయిలూ.. మరి షాపింగ్ మొదలు పెడతారా.. రేటు ఎంతంటారా 200 రూపాయల నుంచి దొరుకుతున్నాయి.        - రమ

OMG Printed Socks are in   The latest trends in unisex fashion are the printed socks which are widely being worn by the celebrities and college girls.If you are the one who has the wild-child side , then unleash it with this new trend that has hit the fashion scene.   This back to school look come in various prints and colours- from polka dots to straight lines , bunny ears to red hearts , you name them and they are there. You can wear the ankle length ones or the full length where the cover above your knees. They can be worn over casual wear like jeans and denims skirts or your regular dresses. The key is to mismatch them with your dress and the funkier and colorful the prints are the more you stand out in the crowd. Let loose your quirky side this summer and wear the printed socks over your casuals for the girl-next-door look.

బంగారు పూసలతో ఆభరణాలు       ‘‘కాసికాయ గుళ్ళు’’ ఈ పేరు ఎక్కడన్నా విన్నారా? అమ్మమ్మ, నాయనమ్మ మెడలో బంగారు పూసలతో వుండే గొలుసును అలా పిలుస్తారు. ఇప్పుడు ఆ పూసలే రకరకాల డిజైన్లలో అమ్మాయిల మనసులు దోస్తున్నాయి. లోలకులు, హారాలు, గాజులు... ఇలా ఆభరణాలన్నీ పూసలమయంగా మారాయి. లేటెస్ట్ ఫ్యాషన్ ట్రెండ్ ప్రకారం ఆభరణాలు చేయించుకోవాలంటే ఇదిగో ఇక్కడిచ్చిన డిజైన్లని ఒకసారి చూడండి.         -రమ

Samantha in Dhoti Saree      When Anamika Khanna designed the dhoti version of the saree for Sonam Kapoor,at the Cannes 2014 it became an instant hit it and the trend has  spread like wildfire, which further led to newer breathtaking versions of this fusion Sari. It has been twisted and turned to suit the designer’s perception and make o look modern yet wearable. Our South stars are in no way lagging behind in this new fashion trend of the Dhoti Saree. Check out Samantha Ruth Prabhu looking like an Indian princess in this Dhoti Saree at the audio launch of the Alludu Seenu Movie yesterday at Shilpa Kala Vedika in Hyderabad. She has worn a high neck embroidered blouse with the sari which is in light pink and gold work teamed with golden coloured stilettos. The only jewelry she has worn is in the hair -maang tika and a large circle ring on the finger and with absolutely no earrings keeping the emphasis on her saree only.  Click here for more Photos

Multi layered Haaram/Chain     The wedding season which will soon come with the monsoons will also herald the need for bridal shopping – and one of the most important item apart from clothes will be the jewelry shopping part.     As part of the bridal jewelry, designers have come out with innovative  multi –utility jewelry creations like the layered and detachable haarams or long chains .This is has been created based on the changing trends in customer choices and designs where this detachable can be used in different ways.     You get them in plain designs, different stones and designs and if you feel it's too heavy a piece, you can detach one or two layers and the beauty is still intact. This  beautiful, functional piece of jewellery enchants, attracts and holds people's attention  and can also be worn for various occasions and is a must buy for any bride!

High-Low hemline Dresses We have seen the  high-low hemline entering the fashion scene which is long behind and short in front  and offers the best of both worlds – trendy in front and conventional at the back.   The High-Low hemline Tops are great for the spring and summer wear and will continue to stay for some more months to come. You could wear them with slim fitted pants or capris with a pair of roman sandals at the feet. The blouse can be worn over a pleated skirt or a plain skirt and can be worn to the office too. You could also wear them over a pair of denims casually. You could buy the cap sleeved ones or the sleeveless ones.     The full length High-Low helm line dress can be a great way to wear casually in the day. They can be in plain solid colors or floral printed or with a nice single running printed design for that chic look. The same dress if it is designed in chiffon or any soft material can make a great evening wear . With a hint of jewelry and stilettos this can be a great wear for the evening/night out too. Let out  the inner diva in you  by wearing  a dress with the popular high-low hemline this summer season!  

Sharara pants for college     The introduction of the Sharara/Ghagra pant — a fusion of the sharara and a classic pant is a perfect alternate to a  lehenga and represents  a blend of Indian Tradition with a modern touch. You can try them out in different shades of deep green, dark beige, tan, burgundy, shocking pink, red, navy, and mustard with mirror work and zari  for the parties and these pants  can be designed in designed in fabrics such as tulle, chiffon, georgette, pure/raw silk and velvet . The same can be adapted in lighter fabrics like cotton and khadi which gives the silhouette a completely trendy  look for the youngsters. Team it up with a short blouse or a mirror work top with Rajasthani mojris on your feet and you are rocking your way to college !

Alter your Wardrobe with Halter wear   The single strapped Halter dresses make a great way to dress up for any for any occasion .They can be worn by any type of figure and for any occasion whether formal, party , college wear or just about any reason to look good. They suit any figure and can be carried off easily and effortlessly and flatter any silhouette. They come in tops, frocks and gowns each suiting each occasion.   With a halter dress, choose one that lands just at the knees in bold colors like bright green to look and feel like you are a queen. Bright floral prints or soft pastel shades also make great patterns for this dress. A wide brimmed straw hat thrown in with a pair of wedges at your feet can give you the feeling like you are on a holiday! They also make a great way to stay cool on a hot summery day.   The long halter neck party gowns are also catching up in the cocktail party trend and you can wear them in solid colours like black and shimmery gold with a highlighted neckline and wear a pair of stilettos to glam up the night. You can team up a short halter neck top with a  floral palazzo pant and get ready for college. The same halter neck pattern can be worn like a blouse for a saree and you can be ready for night out … Find your type of Halter Neck dress with this throw back neckline and get flirtatious this summer!