Chiconomical

No, I'm not really going to go all technical on you and start talking about efficient algorithms and implementations. I have enough of that in Uni and this is my happy place! I just can't seem to shake off the 'lingo' we use all day, hence the title.

Engineers tend to make up big words and titles to sound all intelligent, when all that means is using your limited clothes to your best advantage. So here's my take on wardrobe optimization. Remember my gorgeous butterfly dress? Well, I just realized that every time I wear it, I seem to do something different with it. So here's the same dress..worn three ways.

So its been about ten days of madness and I haven't been able to do anything other than think and breathe medicines and hospitals. This little outfit is what I wore last week when my mom was in the hospital and I was busy running errands. Denim is the easiest thing to wear when you don't know your work hours, and when its a denim overall, its totally awesome. Read, no need to look for a matching top!! Sold!!

I also think this is a cool way to welcome autumn, okay...erm...its still raining here so technically, its still summer/monsoon down here, but, a girl can hope right? I paired this with a simple crop top and heels. Although I have to be honest, these had come off in a couple of hours and were replaced by my trusty kicks.

Today's outfit post is a Throwback to simpler times in my life. If that's not your cup of tea, I guess you could skip reading and go straight to the pictures. (Wait, you don't already do that do you?)

If I could turn back time, I would be listening to a little group called Aqua (does anyone remember them?) and the title is a reference to their song.

If I could turn back time, I'd be swimming with my mom on lazy afternoons, pushing and kicking to win in races with her in the pool.

If I could turn back time, you'd probably still find me in this two piece that I bought in order to look a little different, but never wore for its intended event.

I haven't really grown at all in many ways have I? I still think ice-cream is a perfectly sensible breakfast choice, I'm still very possessive about my books and hoard them like there's no tomorrow, I still swim every free chance I get, I act on impulse and get annoyed at the drop of a hat.... and I still wear the same clothes!!

Your Mom's closet is a great place to shop in when your wondering what to wear. My mom's closet is full of amazing western outfits, most of them gifted by dad to her, since he's a big fan of western dressing. Of course I picked out a knee length skirt, of course its blue, I mean, that's quite obvious considering its been a running theme this week, right? Right?? (I agree I'm obsessed and need to start facing it!) In case you can't seem to understand what I'm talking about, you can read my last post here.

Is there something called color addiction anonymous? Coz I feel I need color rehab! I've been wearing a lot of Blue lately (like you didn't notice!) and seriously need to start focusing on other colors. Somehow, I seem to be wearing exactly what my mood seems to be these days. Today's outfit was just another blue day. (A few other 'blue' outfits can be seen here, here and here)

In case you don't read my blog (why not?) you know that I've been having shoe problems lately (read the post here) and so this whole outfit was mainly based on comfort. The fact that I rather liked it in the end is an added bonus! The leggings I'm wearing are true blue vintage! They used to be my mum's and have been in her closet for a good 26 years now! Still, pretty brilliant no?





Do you feel crazy about one particular color? How do you manage color obsessions? Talk to me in the comments below. You can also talk to me in many other ways found in the Contacts section above! 

Blazers are something that don't really go with my city's weather. Once in a while though, the stars align enough for it to be a what I call perfect blazer weather. This is exactly what happened last week when my family decided to go on an impromptu dinner with my cousins. A little white dress, and a bright blue blazer. Need I say anything more?





This blazer is absolutely perfect! I love the fit, the color and the fabulous military style. (Big thanks to my cousin for gifting it to me!). The dress is another one of my 'lets go to the beach' purchases and I love how its colors go perfecting with my blue blazer. (I can't seem to stop saying the word blazer!) Oh royal blue, I need a little bit more of you in my life!

What do you think of this outfit? Talk to me in the comments below. You can also find more ways to reach me in the Contacts section. I look forward to hearing from you! 

I have a working holiday this week, so this post has got to be quick. Kaftans for me have always been associated with beach cover-ups, Goan shores, and evenings in the beach shack sipping iced tea. Wearing one for a casual day out never really crossed my mind till now. Here's my take on how to wear a kaftan when you're not on vacation.







The leggings I feel, add much needed color to the outfit. I added the chunky bangles and layered neckpiece to add a little boho. What do you think of wearing kaftans away from the beach? Talk to me in the comments below or contact me using the links in my Contacts section.  

Cool girls wear coral. That's what I seem to be thinking these days. I've got a few coral pieces in my wardrobe, but these trousers are by far my favorite. They've been in my wardrobe for a few years now, and have been worn to death. The hem's a little ruined now, but I still wear them all the time!

Flowers on my clothes always seem to remind me of flowy curtains or motherly bedsheets. I've never been a big fan of them on my clothes. The fact that I even bought a pair of shorts that had flowers on them is surprising to me. Frankly, I couldn't resist how soft and comfy they looked and since I was stocking up for summer in the midst of a surprising cold spell, I guess it was a case of wishful thinking.

Boy am I glad I bought these! They've filled a major void in my wardrobe. They're printed, a decent length, comfy, fitted, oh, and they're from Asos. I wear them all the time when I'm home and they've been through the washer a few times already, without any damage to the print. Definite plus for me!

I love wearing simple outfits with a bit of oomph. A jeans and t-shirt combo can be lifted to newer heights by simply adding an element of interest such as a pretty necklace, or belt or statement bag. In my opinion, you don't need to do a complete overhaul of your wardrobe to remain fresh each season.

I wore this typical tee and jeans combo to college today, and let me tell you, just adding a statement necklace meant that my outfit was the talk of the town (erm...okay, maybe just my class). I was even told the necklace made me look like I was wearing some Egyptian lady! Lol!!