An afternoon of celebrations with friends called for this rarely worn favorite possession. My beloved Swarnachuri saree. It was chosen and gifted by Ma many years ago. Haven’t got many apt opportunities to adorn this beauty for long. Thus the perfect weather and traditional rice ceremony of a munchkin presented the absolutely perfect occasion to embrace this prized piece from my wardrobe.

 

The saree is of a stunning cross purple color with intricately woven stories of Ramayan with golden zari. Matched the traditional saree with a rather outrageous deep cut, bow back, sleeveless blouse. The kundan necklace I stole from sanchita🤪 came to the rescue for the perfect glamorous outfit. Paired a matching kundan oversized ring, a kangan, my loyal golden potli bag, a tiny bindi, straight hair and muted lips... taaadaaaa!! 

If you are confused how the Swarnachuri and Baluchari are different... here’s the simplest distinction Baluchari Sarees are decorated with Resham threads, whereas Swarnachuri sarees are weaved with Golden or Silver zari. The sarees are usually made of Pure silk. It features intricate designs telling mythological stories depicted on walls of temples. If you want to know more about these traditional weaves please click here. And if you want to see our previous Baluchari outfit post please click here

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Getting ready in tropical summers is equivalent to mastering rocket science. Thus sarees take a back seat in our wardrobes...but hey!! how about those ethnic functions you have to attend. You surely don't want to turn up in jeans and tee....and what if you are a sareeholic like us...can you avoid the six yards just because its hot outside! Albeit not...Fabrics like cotton, linen and mul are your god send to save you from the heat. Thus here's a post on how to look cool and be comfortable in a Khadi cotton and not to melt away in a saree.

Wearing this red and white khadi cotton saree which has this beautiful stripe weaves all along. Am told by the seller that its called a "jharna" or waterfall weave saree. It has a contrast green anchal and blouse. The pom pom in the border and anchal adds a cute dimension to the saree. I designed the blouse to be a boat collared one with blue piping and show buttons at the back. It adds a stylish angle to the simple outfit.

Paired a wooden tribal neckpiece with the saree. As the saree was very light and simple, the heavy jewelry kept a nice balance. But if you want you can totally do without heavy jewelry to beat the heat. I did put a bright summery red lip color to bind the whole look together.

What I Wore

Saree: Dushtu Mishti Boutique , Sreerampur, Hooghly, India
Necklace: Bought at International Trade Fair 2018, Kolkata

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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

Saraswati Pujo has been always nostalgic and full of childhood memories. The only day when Ma wouldn't bother if we don't sit with our homework and when you get to explore her wardrobe for sarees without getting a scolding. It has been so much more than just a religious affair. Now at this phase of our lives we miss those stupid giggles and the innocence. Nevertheless that doesn't mean we don't enjoy Saraswati pujo anymore, every age has its own shares of laughter.

 Last year our first ever Saraswati Pujo look has been immensely popular (you can revisit it here ), so we decided to create another look for 2019 which would be more dramatic yet easy to recreateThe saree and the blouse were both from Bolpur but different sets. But somehow they created a royal vibe when paired togeter. Our inspiration was the Bengali women of Zamindari household, who represented an aura of beauty and strength. 

The white Kantha Saree has a beautiful anchal and is paired wuth a kantha blouse with frills not only on arms but neck and back too, much like the ones from early 20th Century. But fashion as they say recycles itself.

Kept the look traditional, true to the attire by pairing with light gold jewelry, kohl eyes and red lips. But what I loved most about accessorizing this look was the genda or marigold strings. It was Sanchita who got this idea and got hold of simple marigold strings used for puja or decor purposes. and Voila! it changed the vibe of the look completely 

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