Cotton Khadi

A wedding day is very special; a day one remembers for the rest of their lives. It is all the more special for a bride because she dreams of spending that day in the most exquisite, extravagant dress. Every bride remembers what she wore on her wedding day and how that dress made her feel. But along with the beauty of the dress also comes the price tag. Wedding dresses are expensive, and often a huge chunk of the wedding budget is spent on the bridal dress itself. This can be quite a waste if the dress is worn just once and then stored away for decades. When making bridal dresses, I often advise the bride to make something she can reuse. After all, why should your gorgeous wedding dress be worn just once! Give it a new life. Here are a few ideas on how to reclaim the dress. Cut it! Cut off the length of your dress to make it a day wear outfit, or even a cocktail dress. You can probably cut off elements from the dress, like sleeves or a train, to give it a whole new l...

We’re in February, the month of love. The romantics are gearing up for St. Valentine’s Day which is just around the corner. For those of you who have been single for some time and are looking forward to your first date, there is no reason to panic. We have a few tips on what to wear so your first date is less stressful. The rest is up to you to work your charm. Being well dressed on a first date is extremely important as it is like personal branding. What you wear says a lot about you, and will attract the kind of person you want. Follow these pointers for him and for her and you’re sure to achieve the results you’re looking for. For HER: Dress up to look and feel confident; and to do that you need to be comfortable in what you wear. How you feel will dictate how your date goes. If you are comfortable, most likely that your date will feel comfortable as well. Avoid clothes that require constant adjustment. A good fit will boost your confidence. Avoid oversized ...

Winter is officially over in Goa. Most of us have already turned to our comfy cottons and linens. Those of you who haven’t already tucked away your winter clothing are probably wondering how to do it in the best way possible so your precious clothes are still in pristine condition for the next winter season. Here are a few points to remember while storing various winter items. Woollens: Clean all your garments thoroughly before storing them away. Any stains left on clothing will only darken and become worse during storage. Besides, food stains and body oils attract moths and other pests. Dust and dirt can dull the appearance of your woollens. Hence, brush woollen clothes lengthwise to remove surface soil that could become stains later. Most clothing just needs to be washed normally or dry cleaned according to the manufacturer's instructions. Woven garments can be hung on shaped or padded coat hangers. Utilize all of the extra hanging loops to keep t...

Happy New Year folks! What a year 2017 has been. But the season is still not over. With so many people choosing to get married in this cool and pleasant weather, there are still so many weddings to attend, so many pre and post wedding parties to go to, and then so many anniversaries to celebrate. At a time like this, most women are sorted with what they’re going to wear. Men on the other hand opt for the blazer suit or tuxedo for formal wear. Not only is it formal and fashionably safe to wear, but the weather at this time of the year is also conducive for the kind of attire. It’s not just the colour, fabric or style that makes a man look dapper, but the fit plays a very important role too. Pay attention to detail. No matter what shape or size you are, well fitted clothing and well matched accessories will surely get you noticed. Not only will you look good, but you’ll feel good too and that will just boost your confidence and charisma. Here’s what you need to keep in m...

“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness?” – John Steinbeck. Winters are reminiscent of flamboyant weddings, time spent with loved ones, smoky barbeques, sipping on steamy hot chocolate, eating to your heart’s content knowing that your layers of clothing will do their best at camouflaging any tell-tale signs, and most of all the sheer enjoyment of dressing up in almost anything, any texture or colour. Winter is a great time to pull out whatever is in your wardrobe, mix and match and make a fashion statement. Layering is one way to stay warm and look stylish at the same time. Last time we discussed how to layer with different types of jackets. We do not always need jackets to create layering, especially for our Goan weather. Other items of clothing will also do the needful, and this is how. Button up shirt: A button up is a great way to keep warm without seeming too bulky. It also is a good replacement for a cardigan or sweater which...

I love winter. Not only because it’s a respite from the sweaty hot months that predominate our country, but also because it’s the best time to experiment with our clothing and style. For me, dressing for cold winter days is all about figuring out how to stay warm and look stylish at the same time. I can make use of almost everything that is available in my wardrobe and have fun with it. It’s also a time I can wear my silks since silks are a bit uncomfortable to wear in the hotter months. Unfortunately, in Goa we do not have extreme temperatures like the Northern parts of India. So our dressing almost remains constant all through the year. However, the evenings can be pretty chilly and we may feel the need for some light layering. Layering is all about pairing different kinds of clothes together to create one cosy, bundled up, thrown-together look that seems effortless yet very fashionable. In theory, it’s pretty simple – add a cardigan over a tank top, or pair a dress wit...

We have now entered the wedding season and love is in the air. Brides-to-be have probably dreamed of their perfect wedding day all their lives. They’ve found the prince of their dreams; it’s time to make it official. There’s going to be a party, and music, and good food, and wine, and dancing and the white dress. Oh Yes! The White dress! Every bride dreams of looking picture perfect on her big day, and the white wedding dress has a massive role to play in it. The white wedding dress has always been the hallmark of weddings in Goa. From the conservative to the bold and daring, we have seen all sorts of trends in wedding dresses emerge. Our wedding dresses are often inspired by western trends which are heavily influenced by those worn either by royalty, or by Hollywood celebrities. In ancient times, the clothing worn by queens and princesses influenced fashion trends. This applied to wedding dresses as well, which also reflected the bride’s social standing and indicated th...