Chiconomical

If there's one colour that defines autumn for me this year, it's Autumn. If you're Mumbai or some other such tropical country like me, chances are, there is no winter and that requires you to wear several layers. But it doesn't mean you can't wear a simple outfit that will work with or without layers depending on where you stay.



Today's look features my ankle length paperbag waist trousers that featured heavily in this year's Navratri Outfit Post (you definitely need to see that post if you haven't already!). The look is something that you can create easily using pieces you already own and is the perfect (in my book) winter workwear look. For this look, I've paired my mustard yellow paperbag trousers with a simple knitted cropped jumper. I've added a pair of classic black pumps and that's all. The look is minimal and can be replicated using anything similar that you own. The idea was to take some of my favourite summer pieces (these trousers were a sunny day favourite) and throw them in together with a winter staple like this classic black jumper. I've actually had this in my wardrobe for around 3 years now and it's still going strong.



A randoms story about this post? I wasn't sure I wanted to even post a single picture from this look once I had them. I thought it might be too normal and not inspiring enough for you. But then a chance conversation with a friend made me realise it's okay to post normal pictures. Not all of you will be interested in the crazy looks I create and sometimes, it's okay to wear something completely normal and run of the mill. All you need to do is own it!

Layering is my favourite thing and winter is the perfect excuse to try this out! If you live in a tropical country you'll know that the temperatures can change drastically from one city to another and that means you definitely need some form of expertise with layering especially when it comes to random weather. Today's post is super specific to what I personally think is a great piece to layer. The jumper. Now I know that while all those bloggers look really cool in their layered #OOTD instagram posts, in reality, you'd probably look like a sack because let's fact it, we all have lumps and bumps and real life isn't an instagram still. That's why I've created this post to help you figure out how to layer jumpers over dresses like a pro and look great even when the camera isn't on!

1. The Side-knot



Okay, this is a trick that is my all time favorite when it comes to giving myself a little bit of shape. The trick is to knot the jumper over your dress so that it hits the smallest part of your waist. This literally takes about a minute to do and it will definitely change the outfit from shapeless to giving you an imaginary waist.

2. The slouchy layer



Okay, so I wish we were all cool enough to make this look as great as it does on instagram models but I'm not ashamed to say I'm not. If you don't feel brave enough in the winter to knot the jumper, this is another trick to add a bit of waist. All you need to do is wear the jumper normally and then add a statement belt or a bumbag(?) on top. I always just turn my sling bags into a belt. The smaller ones work great as stand-ins for the fanny bags that seem to have come back in style (and how!). All you need to do is wrap them around your waist, knot it at one end and simply tuck it into the bag. Yes, simple yet still very stylish!

3. The belted croptop


Finally, this is possibly my favourite way to wear a jumper. This works for jumpers that are not very chunky if I'm being completely honest (for super chunky ones you'd be better off sticking to the second style in my opinion). For this look, I folded the jumper and used a statement belt to hide the fold. This look works well for when you don't really want to invest in a cropped jumper but still want to pretend that you do. I like how the belt gives me a bit of extra defined waist to be very honest! I've worn variation of this look several times during my stint in a cooler city for work. Trust me, this trick can give you a waist even if you don't have one!

And those are some of my favourite ways to use a simple jumper and dress combo to work for you. Looking great in several layers is a task that we've all faced so I hear you girl! I hope you can use these tips to get some more use out of your wardrobe and if not anything else, just add a few fun twists to an otherwise similar looking outfit.

Stay tuned for next week's post with another #ThreeWaystoWear with this gorgeous maxi dress. I'm giving you all the scoop on how to make a maxi dress work for you in winter.

Don't forget to follow me on my Instagram for a few more shots of these outfits. I try my very best to keep the images unique to each social media platform so you get closer look at it and yes, even the ugly blooper shots we're all a little scared to share with the brutal online world!

Outfit Details: 
Jumper: Rs. 499, Vero Moda Sale
Maxi Dress: Rs. 899, Shein
Boots: Rs. 1199, Zara
Belt: Rs. 299, Koovs sale
Bag: Gifted, The Label Life
Bamboo Bag: Rs. 899, Bought second hand from Elanic

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!

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.