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White sneakers usually remind you of your school day when you wore your sports uniforms and tried to keep white but couldn't ever seem to do it! While these may bring back fond school memories, there is no denying the fact that they are on trend right now! I've seen these all through summer and even now in stores like Zara, Forever21, Koovs and so on for an average of  INR 1500-2000 a pop.

So what's the street hack??


Wondering where to get them for half the store price? La Judi in Bandra has the best white sneakers on the street. These cost Rs. 900 and the Adidas knock offs (The Gazelle copies aren't on the streets yet I'm afraid) are a couple of hundred more. The quality is great and matches that of the high street stores!

Crop tops are everybody's fashion favorites in summer and as soon as winter creeps in, they're sentenced to spending a season at the back of the closet. This is all well and good for people who have loads of clothes and can actually afford the separate wardrobes as the seasons change. However, if you're like me and want to get the most out of your wardrobe, then this post is for you! Here are 3 fabulous ways to get the most out of your summer crop tops and wear them through winter!

1. Over the top

I absolutely love the idea of wearing a distinctly summer croptop over a winter knit. This crop top was bought a few years ago at a street vendor eventhough it was too big for me. I layered it over my black polo neck jumper (a Mango from Colaba for a fraction of the retail cost) and then added a long sleeveless coat for a bit more warmth. My trustly piano beanie is a fixed point in my winter wardrobe so obviously it shows up here. A simple monochrome look to take all your summer favorites to winter, this can be worn to work or play!


2. Under the coat



Usually, I buy crop tops that are slightly longer simply because I like to use them for work as well as parties. However, once in a while, you see a geometric print that takes your heart and then the price is around the cost of a coffee at Starbucks and you find yourself rushing to the counter to hand over your coffee money. This crop top is exactly that steal and I decided to layer it under a coat for warmth and added a high waisted palazzo pant to hide my belly fat. Of course, the earrings are a nice pop of color. (PS: This 'designer' bag from Quirk Box was bought on sale last month, go check them out cos there's some great deals on their cool prints!)

3. Layered to Perfection


Finally, I wanted a look for the office that made use of simple elements every girl probably already owns. A white crop top with cutouts, a black pencil skirt (girls, you have to have one if you don't yet) and a blanket scarf. The possiblities are endless! I decided to keep myself warm by wrapping it around my neck. If its still too chilly for you, don't hesitate to add tights and a long coat on top! A simple look that can be worn to work while still being cosy.

Sugarbox has been one of my all time favourite subscription boxes, and while I've almost stopped subscribing to all other boxes, this one still stays top of my list. This month, the theme was Travel lust and I couldn't have been more excited. Travel has been a newfound passion of mine and I always seem to be googling new travel destinations in my free time. This theme obviously had me dreaming of a few gorgeous goodies and let's see if these dreams were fulfilled shall we?








Here are the goodies I got in my November Sugarbox!


This eyemask is such a lovely piece and while I would personally relate it to a more stay home theme, its a cute little addition for all those Christmas pajama parties everyone's bound to have. If not, its soft enough to guarantee a comfy night's sleep!

2. Makeup Pouch

A rather roomy makeup pouch that an hold all your brushes and pots of magic separately, this piece is quite useful when you've gotta travel with your makeup. A definite plus in any girl's travel trunk, this bright pink pouch has enough space for your glitter and glam kit!

3. Tinted Lip Balm



Let's face it. This isn't exactly the best fit with a travel box. While the sweatshirt gives you the idea of cosy evenings in, the pop stickers on it of shells make you think of bright sunny days on the beach. Mixed signals anyone? The material is decent (which isn't always the case with Sugarbox clothing) so again, its a nice piece to add to your cosy evening home wardrobe.

I have the fondest memories of mom rationing out these to me when I was a kid. Yet again, not something that screams travel lust, but still quite a couple of points to the team for bringing back sweet memories from yester-years.


These just beg to be worn with a flowy dress to a party on a yacht. Blue, beautiful and although mine weren't packed with care so a little bent, these are still quite pretty and can be worn to any beach party you may be planning this December.


Finally, something that fits perfectly with the box's theme. This cover just begs to be used on your next trip. This was hands down, my favourite item from this month's Sugarbox.

So what's the final verdict? Well, honestly, this month's box was a miss for me. I don't think the items in the box really worked with the theme and that's the reason why someone orders the box in the first place. If you're planning to get it cos Travel Lust is your thing, don't! I've had much well rounded boxes before and this isn't one of them.