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Links à la Mode, November 3rd

• Cammeo Head to Toe: My Week in Style: 35 is the New 25
• Casual Fancy Girl: Brows, Lashes, Lips, Done! | Makeup Tutorial
• Cat Eyes & Skinny Jeans: {Fashion Folio} Classic Cozy
• Chiconomical: Last Minute Diwali Outfit Ideas for The Bohemian Girl
• Ella Pretty Blog: So Basic, but So Good...
• Fashion Studio: Fashion Week Diary
• Greige Market: Wearing Down Your Wardrobe
• Happy. Pretty. Sweet.: Blogging Networks: The Secret to Success is Support
• Have Clothes, Will Travel: Fashion Week Sydney
• I Can Style U: Ways to Wear a McQueen Scarf
• I’m a Norbyah: LBD
• La Veine: Things I did at Nineteen
• Middle of Somewhere: The Weekly Style Edit Link Up: Black
• One Awesome Momma: Sleeveless Coat
• Pudding Monster: All I Wanna Do | White Dress Street Style
• Simplistique: All Black
• Skulls and Tulles: Fashion Facade – The Camo Military Jacket!
• Smile is It: Must Haves for Fall/Winter Skincare Routine
• Splash of Teal: Why You Should Have Basic Turtlenecks in Every Color
• Travel Fashion Girl: The Travel Shoe Disaster that Nearly Broke My Feet

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Hextie..ah the obsession continues. While the last post was all about power dressing, I felt like it was time to show that the underrate tie can actually be used for a more casual style too. This outfit has a bit of all my fall favorites....layering, grey, quirkiness and fun!

The big edge that women have over men is that we can openly raid their wardrobes to pick out the best pieces and wear them without fear. Yes, I don't see my guy friends raiding my collection of croptops and skirts anytime soon but thank god, I don't have any such restrictions. Recently, I did exactly that and raided my friend's closet and got my hands on his ridiculously sexy hex tie!

What's a hex tie you ask? Well, it's the modern man's take on power dressing. Ties have always been a way to bring out your playful side and nothing says sexy yet quirky like a hex tie. I obviously had to try it in an outfit for myself. I mean, why should boys have all the fun right?






The first look is all about power dressing (yes, the second look with be up soon). Clean, formal and basically an outfit borrowed from the boys, I love this look to bits. I absolutely love a man in a suit, so I think its rather interesting to take all the elements I like in a well dressed man, and then translate it to a womenswear look. I think this look can work in so many situations and is an almost perfect work to party look. Shrug off the jacket, add a glittery sling bag and you're all set to party! I think a white shirt, a pair of well fitted black trousers and a tailored jacket are a must have in any girl's wardrobe. Invest in them ladies, they'll last you through years and every weather.

As for the hextie, this tie is from MenWardrobe. They have some premium menswear and right from the product to the packaging, you've got some stellar stuff. Since menswear (especially formalwear) is usually best if its tailored, I think its usually a good idea to find quality over quantity.

Links à la Mode, October 27th

• Attire Club:6 Tricks for Impeccably Polished Leather Shoes
• Chiconomical: How to Wear a Hex Tie: Workwear Chic
• Cover Mum:Statement Jumper
• Fancier’s World: Why Striped Sweater is a Fall Essential?
• Fashionopolis: Can Plus Size Be Aspirational?
• Five Foot Nothing Shopping: Styling a Shift Dress for Fall
• Goldwill Digger:5 Thrifting Mistakes You’re Making at Goodwill
• Green Acres Meets Paris: The Look of Leather & Lace
• Happy. Pretty. Sweet.: How to Support Other Bloggers
• Have Clothes, Will Travel: My Top 10 Favorite Things I did in Japan
• I’m a Norbyah: Style Minute: Dressing up? No occasion necessary!
• Living After Midnite: Pumpkin Jack-o-Lantern Nails
• Love Bella Vida: 7 Iconic Dresses
• My Golden Beauty:How to Wear a Poncho
• O Struck:Matte : Another find from a MAC lipstick subtle collection
• Outfit Zest: DIY Candy Corn Ombré Tights
• Pudding Monster: How To Look Cool in A Turtle Neck / How to Style Turtleneck Top
• Sweet Tea Salvage:Halloween Costume: Lydia Deetz
• Trendee Toad: Just Buy the Darn Shoes!
• Vanity and Me: Nadia Minkoff - Luxury Handbags

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Links à la Mode, October 20th

• Cat Eyes & Skinny Jeans: What’s in My September 2016 Secret Garden Glossybox
• Chiconomical: Quirk Pop
• Couture Crush: Couture Crushin: Wild Mantle Hooded Scarves
• Cover Mum: Embroidered Jeans
• Crisscross Style Boss: Fall Shoe Trends to Try
• Elements of Ellis: Tiger Denim Jacket
• Everest Says: How to Take Your Own OOTD Pictures
• Everyday Starlet: The Best Drugstore Mascaras | Try On & Review
• Goldwill Digger: Denim on Denim
• Have Clothes, Will Travel: Seasonally Confused
• Layers of Chic: The Secret to Dressing Like a Boss Lady
• Les Assorties: Fashion Tech Insights: Tagwalk
• Living After Midnight: Leather & Florals
• Middle of Somewhere: The Weekly Style Edit Link Up: Bomber Jackets
• One Awesome Momma: Flowing into Fall
• Style Pith: NSAD Preparation: The Work That Goes Into Grooming For Women
• The House Blend: Punk Rock Presence
• This Season’s Gold: Giving Back // Fall Fashion for Philanthropy
• What 2 Wear Where: Hilary’s Thigh High Boots
• Wish and Wear: Breaking the Pattern

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Autumn. That time when everything turns golden and make you realise that summer is gone and its time to pull out all your cosy knits. While autumn heralds the start of winter, I don't think anyone's quite yet ready to say goodbye to their summer dresses. This made me think that its time to come up with an outfit that can help you style your summer dresses in a chic way without freezing in the chilly mornings.







This look is something that's completely me. The pinafore dress was a gift from my sister who absolutely gets my fashion sense. I added tights and a warm white tshirt to keep myself cosy in Munnar during my trip there (read more about it here). Layering is key when it comes to transition wardrobes. Look at your classic key pieces to give you warmth as well as double up as transitional pieces that can work through the year. Wear your tshirts under your dresses to keep warm and add interest to the outfit with accessories. I added a bit of color with my choker as well as the bag. Yes, I don't think I'm capable of doing a look without adding a pop of color somewhere. This look is perfect to transition into fall and works well even through winter. Just add a warm coat on top and you'll be ready to battle those cold evenings.

If you've followed me on social media, then you know I've recently come back from a trip to God's Own Country, Kerala. This was my first time there and I have to say, I'm smitten. Since a lot of you have asked for a proper post about my trip, I've decided to break it up into parts and give you a lowdown on each place and what to do there. My first stop in Kerala was Munnar, which is basically tea heaven.


I travelled there at the tail end of the monsoons and was expecting the place to be drenched in light showers through the day but I was pleasantly surprised. The weather was actually perfect and there wasn't any rain to trouble us as we explored the picture perfect place. Munnar is a little tea town nestled in the hills and surrounded by absolutely breathtaking views of valleys where tea plantations have been flourishing for hundreds of years. If you're a tea lover, then this is a place that should definitely be on your itinerary. I spent three glorious days surrounded by valleys filled with teas and waking up to the clean mountain air that is sure to make you smile right in bed! Anyway, lets get down to my list of what you should do in Munnar. Of course, walking in the tea plantations is a given, so here's what all you should do other than that!




This one is a complete no brainer. Probably the first thing you'll feel like doing and should do is walk in the endless tea plantations. Its beautiful and the best time to do this is in the mornings! Trust me, you won't regret waking up early.



If you're spending a couple of days in Munnar, then I suggest you take the time to travel to Top Station. While it's a place that is technically in Tamilnadu, its around an hour's drive from Munnar and the journey as well as the destination are both breathtaking. The winding road that goes up offers some gorgeous views of the hills as well as innumerous tea plantations, mostly owned by Tata. When you reach top station, its a bit of a climb uphill but the view more than makes up for it. I suggest you wear comfortable shoes (read NO heels). The place has a few stalls that sell fresh fruits and carrot juice and I suggest you grab some to keep hydrated on your way back.


Now this is something that everyone who visits Kerala probably gets conned into doing once. However, if you pick the right one, I promise it will be an enlightening experience. The safest and best ones are the Government certified ones and these have some brilliant flora and fauna. The guides are usually quite knowledgable and if gardening or fauna in general are one of your interests, these are a must visit. Plus, you can always pick some fresh, organically grown produce for your friends back home.



Munnar is surrounded beautiful waterfalls and rivers and surprisingly these areas haven't been touched by man's pollution. If you can spare the time, I suggest you talk a walk along the Periyar river, just a ahead of Mattupatty Dam (which can be given a miss by the way) and take a picnic along. There are some lovely places where you can lunch with your loved ones while enjoying the cool breeze and breathtaking view.



This is something that I enjoyed the most! While driving back from Top Station, we were lucky enough to spot some elephants who had come to have water at the river and believe me, its breathtaking seeing them in their natural habitat. Keep your eyes peeled when you drive through the forest, you'll probably see a few wild animals doing their everyday thing if you're lucky!




Yes, this is usually on the top of most "what to do in Munnar" lists and there's a reason for that. Possibly one of the most peaceful places I've been to on this trip. This is one must do according to me. The Park is home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and honestly, one look at it will make you wonder why we've been hunting such a harmless species all these years. The Park is uphill and nestled in the mountains and the climb isn't that terrible. Also, there's a little cafe that serves the most amazing coffee (you can smell it almost halfway up the mountain) which can be enjoyed as you try and spot the little waterfalls and valleys while you're surrounded by clouds.


After you've done all the above, take some time to walk in the market (it isn't very big and is best explored on foot) and sample some local handmade chocolates. Of course, if shopping isn't on your agenda, pop into one of the many local spas and treat yourself to the infamous Ayurvedic Massage. Personally, I think the market looks lovely in the evenings and don't forget to look at the sky as you drink your tea and watch the world go by.