Time for another installment of What We Wore! Finally changed out our pajamas and tanks to preen up for a very special evening. It as the centenary celebration of our Alma Mater, the school that made what we are today. And the heat couldn't beat our excitement. We dressed up in our light weight comfortable silks to join the bandwagon.  

Gokhale Memorial Girls High School has always been known for the confidence, excellence and empowerment it has imparted to women for generations. Thus as the institution touched threshold of 100th year,  a grand celebratory program was held at Nazrul Mancha, Kolkata. We have been extremely fortunate to witness and enjoy this once in a lifetime event.

Sanchita and me chose to wear traditional light weight silks sans zari work. As zari gives a more brighter look chose it to be more classic and sober. Kept the attire comfortable, traditional and also stylish for this sultry April evening.

I got my hands on this peacock blue colored Nakshi Kantha saree from Sanchita's wardrobe (Click here to see how Sanchita wore this same saree earlier) . The color and the intricate bird motif kantha embroidery are the main USP of the attire. Matched it with authentic 5 layer pearl strands and a light makeup.

Sanchita borrowed this off-white and red Assam Silk from Ma's wardrobe. Paired it with a uber stylish bow-back sleeveless blouse. The blouse changed the conventional vibe of the attire. Statement leaf necklace and a big bindi summed up this classic glamorous look.

We spent a lovely evening meeting with old friends and teachers. Here are few snap shots if the evening exclusively for you!

Pohela Boishakh is almost upon us and celebrating this traditional festival to herald in the Bengali New Year has become an inherent part of our culture. It is the biggest festival for Bengalis- from both sides of the border (India and Bangladesh), regardless of religion.We dress up early in the morning and visit the various celebratory locations where cultural institutions  organise functions and colorful parades, alongside traditional fairs to welcome the first day of the Bengali calendar.

For fashionistas, it is another occasion to bring out their artistic side to explore and pair up the old with the new in terms of themes and color selection. Many of us choose to stick to the simple yet elegant red and white combination, while others incorporate elements from other cultures and bold colors to brighten up the festive mood. This year we bring you a simple and serene look you can easily pull off in this sultry weather. (Click here for last year's unconventional Boishakh Look). 

Outfit:

The hot and sultry weather calls for simple yet outstanding look to have a feel good start of the new year. W wanted to adhere to the white and red color pallet which we identify Poila or Pohela Boishakh with. So we chose to a hand woven Kasavu saree. It has gold zari checks woven all over with hand embroidered motifs of Krishna. Paired it with a sleeveless bright red blouse. It has gold zardousi embroidery done which makes it look party ready. Usually I pair this blouse with
the my silks for some added glamour but wearing it with this white cotton Kasavu balances the heavy look but brightens the outfit.

Accessories:

Poila or Pohela Boishakh  celebration usually is during early morning or day time, so the key is to accessorize the look rightly for comfort and style. Thus minimal gold jewelry  completed the simplicity of the look. The multi layered sahara or ear chain paired with the gold earring complimented the outfit and also was a striking feature itself. You can carry this look to your evening get together too with bright red lips and fresh jasmine in your hair.

Before ending this post, wishing all of you a very prosporous and a Happy New Year, শুভ নববর্ষ. May all your dreams come true this year. 

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Outfit Details:

Saree: Shyja Balakrishnan, from Kerala, India

Blouse : Adi Mohini Mohan Kanjilal

Jewelry: From N.P. Jewellery, Gariahat, Kolkata, India