Indian wear Inspiration : Sonam Kapoor

Love her or Hate her, you have to admit she has style!

Here are some pictures of her which you can use as style inspiration for your own trousseau ! 

Do Notice the Makeup and Hair in each picture!!

^ You do know I make similar type of Saree's right!? Just saying.... #ShamelessPlugIn

Inspiration : Real Girl's Style File

There are two types of people that I stalk on facebook.

1. The ones that irritate the hell out of me! They update every single day, their profile picture switches before you even get a chance to see the last one. Oh and they check in at every single place they visit(!) as if people on their friend list are just dying to know where they have been *rolling eyes*

So why do I still stalk them? well because these are the same people about which everyone else bitches about and I just like to be involved in a conversation.

Oh these are the same people who would take a selfie within a minute of meeting you and update it on Fb with the caption "Having sooo much fun with my bff [tag you] at [insert check in]" while completely ignoring you on the face.

2. The second type of people I stalk are people I genuinely want to see updates from, apart from the usual group of friends and family, there are a few people I have hardly talked to in life but I do like to follow their profile because either they are doing really good at work, or they travel to amazing places, or they have a blog or they have an amazing sense of style.

If you follow us on Facebook then you would have known this is coming up! Stay updated and connected on https://www.facebook.com/crazyindianwedding

Shifa falls into this last category. I find her sense of style really nice and would love to share it with you lot :) I asked her if I could and she agreed :)

Meet Shifa :

Inspiration : Gulaab Gang promotion wear

Two of most gorgeous ladies of Bollywood are busy promoting their new movie 'Gulaab Gang' and well lets just say a bride finds inspiration in everything!

 Here are some of their promotion pictures, get inspired for your trousseau wear :

Trousseau Destination : Biba

Yes, Biba.

I never thought I would ever write an article stating Biba as a trousseau destination, no they havnt gone all 'bridal', but their anarkali's and suits are perfect to wear at your new home, to a family dinner or a small cocktail party. For a newly wed they have come as an answer to what to wear, without being overly dressy.

I was so excited when I saw the ad stating 'Biba by Rohit Bal', Finally I could own a Rohit Bal, so I went asap to the store! :P

Unfortunately I already have an over stuffed wardrobe so I keep my price range in check, so no Rohit Bal for me yet, plus he is famous for enormous amount of flare which I wanted but it doesn't look flattering on me.

That doesn't mean I was totally disappointed, Biba also has a great range of itself. It is certainly a must check out!

You are Invited!

Your very own Bridal Blogger, Roli Gaur Vashisht aka Crazy Indian Bride is exhibiting her exclusive Trousseau wear collection this Saturday!!

What to expect :

Light mehendi-sangeet lehenga's , Trousseau Saree (including the ones you can wear when you are out with friends!), fun honeymoon wear, AND pieces for Sister and Mother of the Bride and Groom!

Newly weds and those looking for minimalist Indian wear, the new monsoon collection might interest you! (Read : Neon colors, Light Saree with abstract printed blouses,etc.)

Sorry boys none for you yet, but you might find something at the other stalls!

Date : 31st August, 2013 (Saturday)
Place : Hotel Hilton Eros, Nehru Place, New Delhi
Time : 11am to 9pm
Stall Number : E9 (Near the Trial Rooms)
Exhibit Name: Thank God for Design, Entry Free.

And remember Blog readers always get a 10% off! (Do mention it when you visit.)

Don't forget to like the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/RoliGaurVashisht , collection pictures would be uploaded all week! So if your out of town or busy, you can order online!

and for constant updates on the go, you can follow on Twitter https://twitter.com/roligaurvashist

For any inquiry you can contact me at info.roligaurvashisht@gmail.com

The Saga Of My Wedding Shoes

Guest Post by Anya Singh

I got married fairly recently (a little over two months back). And I had all of about 3 weeks to do my wedding shopping. Although my Mum had been busy shopping for all the pretty (wedding related) stuff for me, there were still some things that required my time and attention, and one of them was my wedding shoes.

Now it is only logical to think that one would buy their wedding shoes once they have figured out what to wear for the wedding. And the same happened in my case, only that I had not been able to find a lehenga to my liking till about 12 days before my wedding. (OMG!)Yes, you heard it right- 12 freaking days before the wedding. And once I zeroed in on the gorgeous lehenga, ahead of me lied the rather daunting task of buying matching accessories (bridal jewellery, bangles, shoes and the likes).

DIY Universal Saree Blouses!

What are universal saree blouses?
Those basic gold, silver and black blouses that everyone's been talking about. They go with most saree's and you dont have to worry about matching blouses.

So where do you get them from?
In Delhi M-Block is full of them! and so is every small little shop around town. Meena Bazaar and Greenways have the prettier embroidered ones.

Why the DIY?
Because
1. They don't fit! they are made in a standard size 36", even if the button closes perfectly there are alterations that are required.

and

Introducing Luxury Wear By Roli Gaur Vashisht

If you were wondering why the blog wasn't being updated regularly I was busy with this..

Presenting Luxury Wear by Roli Gaur Vashisht

Outfit's bound to make a statement.

 

Code : Diva
Printed Crepe Anarkali with Asymmetrical hem and Zari Border.
Pink Georgette brocade chunni with gota border and Yellow Chudidar

Code : Kali
Net Anarkali with Woven border and brocade upper.
Red Net chunni with Brocade borders and red chudidar

Code : Parrot
Net Anarkali with Gota borders and brocade upper.
Black chunni with gold borders and black chudidar

Code : Santri
Brocade Khadi Anarkali with Zari Borders.
Net chunni with thread and sequince embroidery and Red Chudidar

Code: Ambi
Crepe Anarkali, with asymmetrical hem, Brocade panels and sleeves.
Zari Border.
Blue chunni with hand block printed border (seen behind) and Blue Chudidar

Code: Flame
Georgette Anarkali with Kundan embroidery on the neck and multiple borders.
Orange Chunni and chudidar

Code: Lali
Georgette Anarkali with Zari embroidery on the neck and Zari and Threadwork borders.
Red Chunni and chudidar

Code: Safee
Georgette Anarkali with threadwork embroidery on the neck,
multiple borders and full threadwork body
White Chunni and chudidar

See More at https://www.facebook.com/RoliGaurVashisht
To Order directly send me a mail at info.roligaurvashisht@gmail.com

How to save Money while Trousseau shopping?

Getting a complete new wardrobe is a dream for every girl and that's what happens when an Indian girl gets married!
Not only is it a dream come true, your parents don't say 'No' to anything (well...almost anything...within reasons)

So does this topic even belong here, well we should save money where ever we can, right?! ( so we can spend it while shopping on our honeymoon ;P )

So where should you save and where should you splurge?

Main Outfits

Trousseau Inspiration @ Aza!

Aza's Facebook page seems to be full of Bridal Inspiration. I couldn't help putting these up! 

If you have a big budget then do visit Aza for sure!!!

As seen on Band Baaja Bride

I love this one! Ever since they put this up I have been looking at it after every few hours.

Coming Up soon! Another Treasure your way!!

Doctors are the worst patients they say, similarly (i think) I can give great style advice but when it comes to my own style I get LOST big time and specially when the change is this big. 

Post marriage with so many changes in my life and wardrobe I am stumbling to find my style again. It took me years to get it just right and then my whole wardrobe got re-invented.

So what did I do? I consulted a specialist...err...style specialist.

Crazy Indian Wedding Treasure Box present :

from http://www.lookinggoodfeelingfab.com/

Abhilasha 

Guest Post from her on :

Reinvent your Trousseau, Re-Learn to Style 

Coming Soon....

New Bahu's Makeup Box Essentials!!

When I went Makeup Trousseau shopping how naive I was. Although I got all essentials to get me started they were still a young girls list of things. As soon as I was asked to get dressed for the first outing post marriage I realized all those pretty pinks and nude lipsticks worked no where.

If you are like me, and prefer your skin the way it is don't be mistaken into thinking you will not be using a lot of makeup. However cool your in-laws are and they won't say it but they would still love for you to dress up and look like the 'nayi-dulhan' at least the initial few months.

So here is a LIST of New Bahu's Makeup MUST-HAVE!

Brides-to-be make sure you have these!!

1. FOUNDATION

Well I got this one correct during trousseau shopping!
Get one of day and one for night. 

Day : Get a BB creme , they have enough coverage so your skin looks great and is not so heavy and you don't feel as if you have disappeared under layers.

Which one...ANY, most BB cremes are pretty good. I personally use Garnier these days.

For more details you can read a comparison of Garnier, Maybelline and Deborah BB creams at Peach&Blush here

Night : MAC, Love it! Best out of all. If its out of your budget I would strongly recommend Loreal as well. Not the powder one the creams. I don't like powder foundation some how you can't get an even coverage.

2. CONCEALER

I don't use concealer so I am probably not the best person to advice on it. But for Quick fixes, dark circles, unexpected pimples I use Maybelline BB stick.

Can be used as a bb day foundation as well. 

3. BLUSH 

I used to own one blush. Pink in color and that's it. I thought it would get me through. Well thankfully the persuasive MAC girl got me to buy a reddish one too!

Blush Basic : You need a minimum of 3!

Pink

Red

Peach

Not sure if Peach works for you, it does! I have quite recently discovered peach as a color for blushes, I did know about it earlier ofcourse but never considered using it.

After travelling almost every fortnight since the wedding I am tanned badly! So bad that I hate looking at the mirror (says the girl who was so self obsessed that I have mirrors in my room every where).

Errr..how does that connect to peach blushes?! What I discovered was if your looking for a slight blush, like you get post exerciser, the darker your skin tone the better peach blushes looks on you and if you more towards pale then pink does the same effect and peach becomes a color blush.

Colorbar Coral Craving

4. EYE SHADOW

You would probably get a LOT of colors gifted to you by your in-laws in the makeup kit. So for this one alone its better to stick to the basics. Ofcourse do get a nice color pallet on your own, you can never have enough! I have 3 color pallets of around 12 colors each and yet I am at times lost. So the more the better.

L'oreal chrome Shine Beigh Simmer is my quick fix basic

This is the exact effect that you get.

To Person in the picture, Took it off google , if you have an issue let me know. Also tell me which camera you have.

I also like Revlon 'Romantic Girl' Love the finish you get on the eye.

5. EYE LINER, MASCARA and KAJAL

Eye Liner : L'oreal Super Liner is super black! That is why I love it. If your not comfortable with liquid liners try this one! Its the only one which I can wear without my eyeliner going crazy all over the place. 

Mascara :

I will not even explain why, just go and buy it

Recently discovered the goodness of this one. Gives you a nice curly effect and no clumping!. Is waterproof. Maybelline says it gives you an effect as if your wearing false eye lashes, I don't really think so.Best way is to use the yellow one first and then this one, so ya two mascara's but great effect!

Kajal :

Incolor 

Although I have lost mine since a couple of months and havn't brought a new one, been using maybelline colossal kajal. That's good to , a little bit of spills but great otherwise. Would still consider Incolor better but Maybelline is a good substitute too.

Reviewed every kajal in the market here : http://www.crazyindianwedding.com/2012/07/search-for-perfect-kajal.html

6. LIPSTICKS

I got so many pretty pinks and lovely peaches which have been used only twice. Red lipsticks girls RED that is what a married women needs! 

Doesn't mean you go all aunty brownish-maroon. Here are two great New-Bride colors that will work

NYX Absolute Red
Love it! a very modern red! plus it stays on for a long time

Loreal Infallible Le Rouge Lipstick
829 Resilient Resin
This is a bit aunty-maroon-brown-turned-elegant-modern

7. NAILPAINTS

Pre-marriage I had all sorts of colorbar bright Orange, wacky greens, Loud Fushia's and now they lie in my closet gathering dust.

I don't change my nailpaints a lot so I try using the ones that go with everything. My current fav. Bridalish paints are :

loreal red tote

Loreal 403

Loreal 580
Loreal 350 is similar too, a little more bronzy

I just realized that I like all Loreal colors....hmm....must buy other brands....

8. SINDOOR

I have Lotus and Lakme, but both of them are maroon and I don't like the maroon ones, they get blackish in a while. So I got a nice tomato red!

shahnaz herbal sindoor