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Is there anything better than socially acceptable outfits that double up as pyjamas? Or rather, pyjamas that double up as trendy streetstyle outfits? Believe me, if you are someone who struggles with this, you've come to the right place! Today's 3 ways to wear is ALL about rocking those pyjama bottoms that you flaunt to your bedroom walls, out on the streets and still looking super chic. To make it a bit harder for myself and give you more confidence, I've created 3 business casual looks that can actually be worn to work too! 

Let's face it! Pyjamas are probably one of the most comfortable form of clothing invented by man. 

Look 1 - Friday Business Chic

Blazers make everything look more put together and professional don't they?! I've literally slapped on a blazer and heels and a structured bag and turned my night time outfit into a perfectly acceptable day-time look. Believe in the power of blazers girl, even a single blazer can completely transform your look! I absolutely love the blue tones in this outfit. And if you aren't a blazer girl? Just add on a pair of heels and walk all over those regular outfits!

Look 2 : Button it Up

Peplums are pretty thing aren't they? If you have drawstring bottoms (these ones are actually drawstring ones too) then chances are, you might not want to rock the loose string hanging like limp male body parts to the office. So guess what, just throw on a fitted peplum top and tuck them in. Not only will nobody guess that you've actually worn a drawstring waist (the horror) to work, you'll actually have an outfit that's super chic and can accommodate all those weekend tacos you'll be bingeing on! (okay, maybe that's just me with the tacos with a generous side of burritos)

And that's it folks! Those are my super simple outfits using a pair of pyjama bottoms. I absolutely love finding new uses for pieces that exist in my wardrobe. And while I still find it a bit difficult to style my house shorts to work, wearing PJs out in public becomes socially acceptable when style right. Hope these tips help you create a new look with something that still gives you the comfort of warm hugs and cosy days in bed! 

PS: Have a piece you can't figure out how to wear? Just drop me a DM on my Instagram and I'll pick it as part of my 3 ways to wear series!

Less is more and this is definitely true for a Monday morning when you're floundering to make to the 9.00 o'clock meeting that's got your boss and your boss's boss attending. (okay, maybe that's just me and in that case, spill your secrets to looking brilliant on a Monday morning girl!)

Today I'm spilling my tips on creating a minimal work look which requires very little thinking and can 

1. The first tip I can give you is do not get into the hassle of picking separates. A tailored jumpsuit or a simple dress (heck, reuse that little black dress from the night before as long as it isn't too short). If you don't have to pick separates, you'll end up having very little heart burn and frantic pulling bits and then throwing them on the bed cos they don't look brilliant together.

2. A statement piece of jewellery makes this look instantly brighter. No joke. It can be a pair of simple studs, a bracelet or even a statement watch (sorry folks, my tiny noodle writs can't quite flaunt a statement dial unless it's really slim). The idea is to add a talking piece, that means a piece that can be a conversation starter. 

3. Add a structured piece to make everything look more formal. It can be a blazer, or even a structured bag. There's just something about structured, sharp lines that screams professional. Trust me, you could be wearing a sack underneath but if you've got a structured blazer on, you'll still look brilliant in a meeting. 

4. An interesting print adds some necessary fun element to the look. Yes, we've actually gotten dressed in about 5 seconds but let's not tell the world shall we? Since we've said that something solid is the easiest to style, add a printed piece or a pop of color with your shoes or bags. I opted to wear a pair of animal printed flats to complete my look. You can even go for a scarf or a bag. A small bit of print goes a long way. 

5. Makeup makes magic happen....okay maybe just magic like adding a bit of mascara and liner will make your sleepy (or sleep deprived depending on when the weekend ended for you) eyes look good. And when in doubt, a red lipstick will never disappoint! 

That's all folks! I hope you enjoyed reading my Monday morning dressing tips. We all know looking great and doing great at the office is hard at times. And this series is my humble effort to help you style yourselves without too much hassle for work. 

PS: Wondering how to make the same outfit do quadruple duty? Check out this post that has 3 ways to style this very jumpsuit in 3 different ways! 

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Are you an Indian at heart? If you're someone who loves working in an ultra professional environment but still want to flaunt an occasional desi piece? I feel you girl and I've got you covered. Today's post is all about super simple things you can do to add a distinct Indian accent to an otherwise professional outfit.  

Outfit Details : 

Dress : Rs. 900, Project Eve from Ajio.com (buy here)

Flats : Rs. 200, Hill Road, Bandra

Necklace : Rs. 500, Outhouse from Elanic

Bag : Rs. 1200, Flea market find

Total Outfit Cost : Rs. 2800, which is around ₤30

Here are my top 5 ways that can instantly give you a boho chic edge while still looking super professional and ready to face any board meeting.

1. Play with prints

The easiest way to add a touch of indie to your workwear is to add an indie print. A simple ikat dupatta worn as a scarf over an LBD can be a fun look that is still appropriate for work. You can even pick a dress like the one I've got on which has a bit of lace edging that give its a slightly more bohemian look.

2. Bag it Up

A statement bag like the one I've got on in a boho print is yet another way to add an indian accent to a workwear look. I'd say stay away from anything that jingles or has tassels or has loud colors. Muted colors such as monochromes and shades of tan work with almost all workwear looks so I'd say investing in atleast one of these is a rather good idea. 

3. Kolkapuris are better at regular flats

Let's face it, in the real world, you can't really wear heels every single day to the office. Why not swap out your regular ballet flats with kolhapuris? Here, I've added a pair of simple indie flats (or as I like to call them, my jesus flats) to create a more indie casual workwear look. 

4. Fabric is everything

Sometimes all you need to give your look an Indian feel is the fabric. Honestly, if you aren't an accents person, just pick the outfit in an indie fabric such as cotton, linen or a blend of one of these. Not only will you not need any other pieces, you can rock a minimal look and still have a distinct indian vibe to the look. 

5. Accessorise it

Yes, this should probably have been the first option but I just wanted to highlight the fact that you do have other ways to create an indie look without falling onto the default and standard option of adding indie accessories. Try wearing a formal outfit with a pair of jhumkas instead of studs. Or maybe add a bangle in lieu of a bracelet to an otherwise formal trousers and shirt look. Believe me, accessories can completely change the way an outfit looks but as long as you keep it to a couple of statement pieces per outfit (less is more people, less is more!), you'll be good to go!

And that's it folks! I really hope these tips help you add some fun Indian twists to your everyday workwear looks. I would love to hear your thoughts on these ideas in the comments! Have a great work week!!

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