This dress was a garage sale buy. I loved it instantly but little did I realise that it would be a pain to wear in real life. Sometimes, you see something and then imagine a situation it would be perfect for. Of course you (read 'I') forget the fact that such situations really don't come in the life of a poor postgrad who spends more time in a dusty classroom than an opulent ballroom. So yes, it was a struggle to style this dress. Its my 'on a dance reality show' dress and this is the very first time I've worn it in public.
I couldn't resist taking a couple of pictures with only the dress on. It honestly feels a bit too much on its own, and I don't think I'd be comfortable wearing it without a blazer or a cover-up of some kind to hide the 'exposed' bits. I love the asymmetric hemline (I'm a big fan of disharmony when the mood strikes) and think that everybody should have atleast one piece of clothing that has a crazy hemline for special occasions.I mean, you never know when you'll be invited to do the tango on that dance show you like right? No? Okay, maybe it's just me then.
What do you do with your impulse buys? Tell me in the comments below. I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Asymmetric Dress: Rs. 300, Garage Sale
Blazer: Vintage
Belt: From another dress
Satchel: Rs. 700, Colaba Causeway
Necklace: Rs. 400, Colaba Causeway (also worn here)
Bangle: Rs. 20, Trains
Total Outfit Cost: Rs. 1420, which is about ₤14.
I couldn't resist taking a couple of pictures with only the dress on. It honestly feels a bit too much on its own, and I don't think I'd be comfortable wearing it without a blazer or a cover-up of some kind to hide the 'exposed' bits. I love the asymmetric hemline (I'm a big fan of disharmony when the mood strikes) and think that everybody should have atleast one piece of clothing that has a crazy hemline for special occasions.I mean, you never know when you'll be invited to do the tango on that dance show you like right? No? Okay, maybe it's just me then.
What do you do with your impulse buys? Tell me in the comments below. I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Its the second day of 2014. I've been to Uni today, caught up with what all my friends did over the holidays and overall had a relaxed day. A few friends who had been overseas got chocolates, so I did spend a major portion of the afternoon stuffing my face. No, I kid you not. I had about three chocolates in my mouth at one time, and still tried really hard to wedge another one in there. If you've ever spent any time with hostel-ites, you know its either eat it or lose it when they're around.
Anyway, on to today's outfit. I decided to wear something relaxed and air out my only pair of jeans that fit. I've lost quite a bit of weight in the last few months thanks to Uni stress and this is how practically ever morning starts when I have to get dressed on time.
Me*whines and wails*: Muuum, these pants don't fit either!
Mum: You need to eat something my love. You're really disappearing.
Me: I really don't have time for that mum, what do I do?!*hysterical by now since I'm already late*
Mum*calmer than the ocean voice*: This is what belts were invented for you know. Go try one of your million belts.
Me: Realising I haven't tried my belts on yet, runs and tries to pull one out. Of course they all decided to jump out together, and get tangled together at that. Yay! That's another five minutes to my morning routine.
Me: (after trying three belts and wishing my pants magically shrink a size): No!!! Mom!! These make me look like a coat hanger, It looks Terrrible! MOOOOM!! I'm late!!!
And so on...I won't bore you anymore. But yes, as you can imagine, when I found these jeans hiding at the back of my closet, I SCREAMED! Hallelujah! They fit! Without a belt! (which means they don't fall down without one)
I added this necklace to spruce things up a little bit. I love how it brightens up the whole look. A pretty casual look you can wear to college or coffee. I think accessories are great for days when you can't be bothered with too much thinking in the morning.
How's 2014 treating you so far? Talk to me in the comments below. You can also find me on Twitter and Facebook!
Anyway, on to today's outfit. I decided to wear something relaxed and air out my only pair of jeans that fit. I've lost quite a bit of weight in the last few months thanks to Uni stress and this is how practically ever morning starts when I have to get dressed on time.
Me*whines and wails*: Muuum, these pants don't fit either!
Mum: You need to eat something my love. You're really disappearing.
Me: I really don't have time for that mum, what do I do?!*hysterical by now since I'm already late*
Mum*calmer than the ocean voice*: This is what belts were invented for you know. Go try one of your million belts.
Me: Realising I haven't tried my belts on yet, runs and tries to pull one out. Of course they all decided to jump out together, and get tangled together at that. Yay! That's another five minutes to my morning routine.
Me: (after trying three belts and wishing my pants magically shrink a size): No!!! Mom!! These make me look like a coat hanger, It looks Terrrible! MOOOOM!! I'm late!!!
And so on...I won't bore you anymore. But yes, as you can imagine, when I found these jeans hiding at the back of my closet, I SCREAMED! Hallelujah! They fit! Without a belt! (which means they don't fall down without one)
TShirt: Gift from Cousin
Jeans: Old, Wrangler, don't remember its price sorry!
Necklace: Rs. 400, Colaba Causeway (also worn here)
Ballet Flats: Rs. 150, Dmart
Total Outfit Cost: Rs. 550, which is about ₤5.
How's 2014 treating you so far? Talk to me in the comments below. You can also find me on Twitter and Facebook!
