This is true, that there is a fashion goddess in every girl. Give a style to your fashion wardrobe; add some color, energy, attitude and fun factor in it. Groom yourself; sweep the crowd with your fascinating looks.

Become a fashion inspiration: Don’t follow the fashion blindly, create your own. Before moving towards the new trends, experiment with the simplicity. Just go for classy casuals. Don’t shop in the flea market, be picky and choosy. Don’t just focus on one aspect; you should work on your whole look.

Go for different looks: Do keep a check on what suits you most and what not. Try those delicate dresses and become a red carpet diva. Wear a red carpet outfit with focus on the midriff and the waist. Graphic patterns, bold colors, shiny, glossy and playful cuts are going to work wonders.

Make-ups and Hairdos:  You can’t think of a Goddess with overdone makeup on her skin, dark circles, and unstructured hair. For the Goddess look, define the eyes with a liner and mascara to give a complete look. Profoundly done eyes with eye shadow and the shimmer effect are in trend these days. For your lips, bare look works great with the neutral shades like caramels, pinks, and soft lilacs. The nude look is apposite. Pulled back ponytails are very much in, in the hairdos. Short layered haircut looks smashing too.

Dazzle with Jewels: Correct accessories are very important, so don’t forget to accessorize. Go funky with hippy or jumbo bags this season. Compliment your goddess look with wedge heels,sleek bracelets and cute earrings. The hot most color is white this season, so go for white metals and pearls. A bit of tribal influence is seen in the jewelry to give a distinct look.

Get an attitude: Let your looks match your body language. Don’t sit with your arms crossed, you can cross your legs this shows etiquettes. Look into the eyes of the person while talking. To show that you are interested in the conversation don’t sit or stand stiff, slightly bend forward. Don’t laugh loud just have an open smile which shows a bit of your teeth. To give your walk a confident look, slightly suck your stomach in, it even shows you taller. Always try to talk of things in general like fashion, weather or something that’s common between. Being fashion Goddess is all about attitude.   

A saree is not just a traditional Indian ensemble. It symbolizes feminity like no other garment does. Its attire women are most passionate about, despite the avalanche of suits and fusion outfits.

Fabrics: The main criteria when selecting sarees is that they should have a good fall. The best fabrics for sarees are soft flowing fabrics like Chiffon, Georgette, Crepe.

Embroidery: This is humongous subject and the one witnessing maximum experimentation and innovation. However, the kind of embroidery that really stands out in saree are coloured stones, Aari, Kundan and three dimentional types of sequins. These types of embroideries give classic shimmer to the saree.

Drapes: There are many innovative drapes such as trouser saree, double saree, ghagra saree, round the neck saree-best worn to suit a particular occasion.                  

Trouser Saree: It is a saree worn on trousers instead of a petticoat to give it a more westernized and modern look.

Double Saree: These are two sarees draped simultaneously to give it a lehenga effect. It has both pallus in the front. The back also looks very elegant with a crossover of the two sarees.

Ghagra saree: is yet another option for a lehenga. The embroidery, color combination and fabric are all specially designed to give a ghagra choli effect.Round the neck saree has the pallu worn round the neck, to give the look of a skirt and dupatta flung around.

Colors: Bright colors are in right now. Colors like Orange, Red, Turquoise, Burgundy, Sunflower yellow would be perfect for wedding and receptions.

Jewelry: Jewellery that compliments the saree should be in jadau, kundan all such precious and semiprecious stones.

Size Matters:

Fabrics: A heavy lady can go for a georgette and chiffon. All those who are slim can go for organza.

Colors: A big lady should opt for bright shades- Burgundy, Blue , Black, Purple. And for the slimmer women it should be pink, blue, peach etc.

Drapes: A standard drape always looks good for slimmer person and seedha pallu for a heavy lady.

Many overseas visitors to India are fascinated by Sari, especially, the Western women. Then suddenly, a question strikes her mind how to drape a six yards of fabric around her body, when I could be more comfortable in other clothes.

But the truth is different, draping of a sari is a sensuous pleasure. Sari gives a very feminine look and let you experiment with colours and jewellery very confidently that no matter what kind of figure you have, this garment will help you look your best.

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While adhering to traditional dress and ornaments according to regional dress codes, trousseau today incorporate contemporary designs and fashions. The treatise on laws of life, there are no less than eight forms of marriage indicating the various stages in society’ progress.

Wedding garments are generally of rich materials such as silks and velvets and worked over heavily in gold trimmings or brocade. Colours are reds, pinks, and maroons. In fact, all the colours of the rainbow can be included for the Hindu bride, with the exception of white- the colour of widowhood- and black which is considered inauspicious. In India exceptions to this rule can be seen among the Parsis and the Catholics where white is a symbol of purity.

The trousseau of the Indian bride goes a step ahead of containing only clothes and ornaments. The quality and quantity of items given are dependent upon the financial status of the parents. Yet there are some ‘norms’ which are adhered to by all, from the humblest to the most aristocratic or the wealthiest. However, there is a marked difference in the gifts given to the bride of the north and her southern counterpart. The bridal trousseau from Punjab, Jammu, Uittar Pradesh, Bihar and Rajasthan contain, besides the ubiquitous sari, the salwar-kameeze or the lehnga-choli which are heavily embroidered with thread. The chunri or veil in a bright red and multicoloured tie and dye bandhini design is almost mandatory. The Rajasthanis use it to cover the bridal bed on which the grooms sit for the tilak ceremony after the marriage and is later used as a veil by the bride.

Among the people of Uttar Pradesh it is used for the gath bandhan (tying the knot) ceremony during the marriage rituals. The brides of Bihar, however, are simply dressed in a new unstitched saffron or turmeric yellow sari but among the zamindars the sari undergoes a transformation. During a special ceremony specialists of bandhini are invited to make the chunri.

Phulkari, the traditional hand embroidery of Punjab is manifested in the trousseau in the form of a shawl or veil and muslin veils in a range of colours edged with gold, are also included.
The Jammu belle is dressed in tight trousers somewhat similar to riding breeches. The kurta is usually made up of velvet and heavily embellished with gold thread embroidery. The dress in olden days was stitched out of a specially hand-woven silken cloth. The bride’s kurta and chunni were usually of the same colour, an auspicious red or pink or maroon and the trousers could be contrasting green.
In Maharashtra brides wear a Paithani sari and shawl with its gold brocade border woven intricately with birds, flowers and geometrical patterns. Other woven saris from this
region, such as Chanderis, Indoris, Maheshwaris also form part of the trousseau with yellows, ochres and greens being the dominant colours.
The ensemble of the Muslim bride from Hyderabad is the zari-encrusted blouse with a skirt. The veil is edged with gold tassels and embroidered all over. Tissues and brocades are used in abundance.
The Tamil bride has a minimum of five saris worn during the various rituals of the marriage ceremony. For the main wedding rites, when the mangalsutra is given to her, she is dressed in the nine yards red and gold sari made on the looms of the famed Kancheepuram weavers of Tamil Nadu.

For the church wedding, the Mangalorean, Goan and other Christian brides of India wear white, with a veil on their heads. White too, is the traditional colour of the Parsi bride. Resplendent she could be in either an embroidered sari for which the community is famed or something as westernized as Chantilly lace. The ornaments worn during the ceremony come from the groom’s family. The Bengali bride’s jewellery is all in gold. Her bridal sari is of Benarasi silk with brocade weave and her veil is of tissue.

Besides clothes ornaments are the mainstay of the trousseau. Bangles, mangalsutras and toe rings are all symbolic of marriage. Among the Dogras of Jammu and Kashmir, the nose ring is important. It is usually a very large ring o f pearls and precious stones. Even after the marriage the nose ring is worn for most ceremonies.

The trousseau among the Bengalis is a two way deal. The groom’s family sends their gifts to the bride before the wedding. They are beautifully displayed on decorated salvers or cane baskets. Besides the clothes and ornaments there are trays of sweets, curd, and a fish that is artistically embellished with vermilion and is to be cooked and eaten on the wedding day. The brides trousseau is similarly displayed in the groom’s house. A vanity case is also an essential item especially in the north. It contains the seven adornments for ht efface – kajal, bindi, mehndi (henna), alta, kumkum, (vermilion), a silver comb, a container for perfume, and some missi - a lip colour which duplicates for lipstick.

Brides wardrobe contails lavish garments, heavy jewellery and lots more. Many online stores are coming up with these bridal collections and www.utsavsarees.com brings you the large collection of Indian bridal sarees, salwar kameez and lehenga cholis with designer jewelry collection.

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Originating in India, the art of batik has come a long way from a mere handicraft. Today it is in the forefront t of the Indo-west fusion in the fashions of the world.The word batik actually means ‘wax writing’ and that is basically what batik is all about. It is a way of decorating cloth by covering a part of it with a coat of wax and then dyeing the cloth. The waxed areas keeps its original colour and when the wax is removed the contrast between the dyed and undyed areas makes the pattern. Batik was considered in the past as a fitting occupation for aristocratic ladies whose delicately painted designs based on bird and flower motifs were a sign of cultivation and refinement just as fine needlework was for European ladies of similar position.

“The beauty of batik lies in its simplicity and the fact that you don’t have to be an artist to achieve results. Some of the best effects in batik are often achieved by chance” informs fashion designer Dinesh Singhal.

Batik is very often considered a craft like ceramic, pottery or even needle work. Although it is a household word all over the world, batik is still often overlooked by art critics who do not consider it an art form. There are several countries known for their batik creations starting with India where it originated after which it moved to Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and the west. The history of Indian batik can be traced as far back as 2000 years. Indians were conversant with the resist method for printing designs on cotton fabrics long before any other national had even tried it. Rice starch, mordants and wax was initially used for printing on fabrics. In fact, it is believed that the Indians were familiar with the resist method of printing as early as first century A.D. As a country India has always been noted for its cotton an dyes. The indigo blue which is the basic colour for batik is one of the earliest dyes. It is believed that after its initial popularity in the past, the tedious process of dyeing and waxing caused the decline of batik in India till recently.

Indonesia apparently took over from India and encouraged the art of batik and with its popularity and success in the western markets, batik became a part of Indonesia. The revival of batik began in the 20th century century in India when it was introduced as a subject at the famous university of Santiniketan in Calcutta. In the South near Madras, the well-known artist’s village of Chola-mandal is where batik gets an artistic touch. Batik that is produced in Madras is known for its original and vibrant designs.

Indonesia however is considered the cradle of batik with its many designs which are restricted for different wearers and occasions. Indonesian batik has characters of mystic and ritualistic connection. Objects like flowers, trees, birds have a significant meaning. The Sawat in Javanese batik has its origins in Hindu mythology as it is the decorative form of Garuda, Lord Vishnu’s bird. ‘Sidomukti’ is another Hindu influence in batik. ‘Mukti’ means happiness and prosperity in the hindu language. While Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand are known for their block printing (tjab) method to create batik on a large scale, in Sri Lanka batik is still made by hand. Sri Lankan batik is less intricate and more suited to modern times.

Batik in Malaysia is a recent entrant is as late as 1913. It has now become a prime economic earner for the country. Kelantan in western Malaysia is the home of Malaysian batik. Since it is a recently acquired art it has no tradition to fall back on.

In the western countries batik was introduced by the Dutch travelers from Indonesia which was a former Dutch colony from where it also spread to the USA and Europe. In the West, the vegetable dyes are replaced by chemicals. Batik is also practiced by some of the African countries like Nigeria.

As mentioned earlier, batik is a method of creating patterns or designs on cloth by the wax resist technique. It is a three stage process of waxing dyeing and dewaxing (removing the wax) but there are several sub-processes like preparing the cloth, tracing the designs, stretching the cloth on the frame, waxing the area of the cloth that does not need dyeing, preparing the dye, dipping the cloth in dye, boiling the cloth to remove wax and washing the cloth in soap. The characteristic effects of the batik are the fine cracks that appear in the wax which allow small amounts of the dye to seep in. It is a feature not possible in any other form of printing. It is very important to achieve the right type of cracks or hairline detail for which the cloth must be crumpled correctly. This requires a lot of practice and patience.

Knowing how to use the wax is of prime importance. The ideal mixture for batik wax is 30 per cent beeswax to 70 per cent paraffin wax. For first timers even the melted wax of a candle is adequate. It is the skillful cracking that is important. While applying, the wax should not be overheated or it will catch fire. Correct knowledge of colours is also important. Practicing on small pieces of cloth help in the beginning. Patience is of course a very important factor too.

The cloth used should be strong enough to bear the heat and wax. Cambric, poplin and voiles are used besides pure silk. Synthetic fabrics should be avoided. Since early days of Indian history dating back to nearly 2000 – 1500 B.C. Indians have been known to wear vibrant colours and dyes which were made from barks of trees, leaves, flowers and minerals. Blue was obtained from indigo, while orange and red were from henna. Yellow was from turmeric and lilac and mauve from log-wood. Black was created by burning iron in molasses and cochineal from insects.

Since handmade batik is unable to meet with the consumer demands very often the answer is tjaping with a copper block. A tjap is a metal block made of copper strips into the required design after which is stamped quickly and with great force.

Batik is created in several ways. The splash method means that the wax is splashed or poured onto the cloth. The screen printing method involves a stencil. The hand painting one is by a kalamkari pen. The scratch and starch resist are the other methods. From a handicraft, batik has acquired the status of an art. Batik is a versatile medium, that becomes an ideal hobby for an amateur or a medium of expression for an artist. Batik as an art form is quite spontaneous and one can open up new vistas of creative form. Until recently batik was made for dresses and tailored garments only. “In the world of fashion batik has few equals as it has acquired world wide prominence in the present as never before” observes designer Dinesh Singhal who has been creating collections in batik over the years and has realized how perennial the acceptance of the fabric is.

“One of the positive sides of batik as a fabric for garments is concerned, is the vibrant colours and very often the unusual combinations that emerge after the process has been undertaken” Singhal adds. “Since the results are best on natural fabrics like cotton and silk, the designing possibilities are quite limitless.”

“From salwar/kameezes to western wear to combinations in fabric tones as well as forms like the Indo-west look a batik outfit can never go out of vogue,” confirms Singhal. Batik is not only restricted to dress materials but modern batik is livelier and brighter in the form of murals, wall hangings, paintings, household linen, scarves etc.

“Let’s say batik has come a long, long way from a mere handicraft of days gone by to a place on the fashion charts in India and all over the world.”

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Nothing could more admire the Indian beauty then the traditional Indian wear. If you are in love with the Indian attire, you have a good reason to smile as a varied collection of Ethnic wear is available in the market with the intricate patterns and embellishments. These versatile dresses bring elegance and style to its wearer. The entire range of exotic ethnic wear is available in the market in different fabrics like silk, georgettes, chiffons etc. Indian ethnic sarees is one such traditional dress that makes the contemporary women more glamorous and classic. If you think that you will look boring in a saree, then think twice. Saree can add up charm and delicacy to your personality if draped in a right manner.  

Exclusive range of Indian sarees is available in alluring style and patterns. If  it’s a family occasion or any festival, you may search among the various options available in the market like bandhej sarees, traditional saress, wedding sarees, silk sarees, printed sarees, zari sarees, bridal sarees, and many more. These sarees are embellished with Zardosi work, Kundan work, Sequin work etc. You may also find some ultimate collection of designer wear which is a perfect party wear. Any of the kind could be wore during a party if it complements your skin texture. Always remember to drape the saree in an elegant and graceful manner and right choice of blouse is also utmost important. For example, a crepe saree in a pink color with maroon pallu and similarly maroon blouse results in a connoisseur delight. A good color combination, with mix of traditional and modern look and some butta work on the crepe silk saree can be a good choice for a party. 

Also, with the online clothes store, it has become so convenient to compare and shop your clothes and accessories. You don’t need to step out in the chilling winter or scorching summer to grab your favorite outfit. Visit through the trusted online websites. Select few ethnic sarees and then make a choice among them. Make a very apt decision while selecting a color as it can make a huge difference in either looking gorgeous or looking worst. Grab the glamorous saree which you can carry very well to shimmer all the way. 

Ladies, never compromise on your looks. Many of you wear only sarees for a daily wear or even for some parties or festivals. But now no need to loose heart if you want to look hot, wear an appealing saree in a most stylish way to steal the heart of men around you. After all, looking good is your inherent right so put in all your effort to bring the best in you.

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India has a rich and varied heritage and this is very strongly reflected in Indian fashion center. Indian fashion center is changing rapidly where international buyers are growing in numbers by the day. India fashion center scene is vibrant colorful and very glamorous here new designs styles and trends take birth everyday.

The traditional cultural and western influences are providing the apt environment for the Indian fashion center to go online and ready for sale worldwide. International fashion shows, Indian movies are some factors that have made the international buyer sit up and take notice of the Indian fashion center. Earlier international buyers had to travel half the globe to procure Indian fashion but with emergence of internet Indian fashion center has gone for online sale.

Online Indian fashion center is going on sale because Indian clothing is known for artistic embroidery, weaving, block print also beading to sequins work on all kinds of rich fabrics. All this has given a new value and meaning to the Indian fashion center and made it renowned worldwide.

The Indian fashion center has gained much popularity even among the foreigners they take delight in wearing the Indian sari, salwar kameez and lehangas for weddings. Keeping this demand Indian fashion center has gone online for sale.

Now the Indian fashion centre is available in every corner not only in India but overseas as well. All thanks to e-commerce. When other business can boom due to the online shopping why shouldn’t Indian fashion go online for sale?

Online Indian fashion center going on sale has wide variety and range of Indian apparels catering all needs and demand. The women of today lead very busy lives managing home work and the pressure to look good smart and well dressed so the Indian fashion centre online comes to the rescue of the modern lady offering many options right from a sari to daily office wear . Online India fashion center also has regular clearance where the woman can buy expensive high range Indian fashion clothed at slashed prices
Online Indian fashion center is doing roaring business Indian fashion center have standardized the sizes and customized sizes are also available. Online Indian fashion center provides opportunity and widens the client list. India fashion center can now exhibit their creations online and make it available for online selling
Online India fashion center has revolutionized the clothing business and e commerce both. Online India fashion center provides free hand to maze thru the e mall without the sales team hanging around you. The online India fashion center has truly created a niche for itself by going on sale

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It can be rightly said that anybody’s dressing style can either make or spoil ones personality. There are no two ways about this statement. This is essentially because of a simple reason that ones dressing style forms his/her first impression. In case we have not met the person before, we unconsciously judge the persons dressing skills. Since we are living in an era where mix match collections are given more weightage. While selecting clothes, we ought to be careful about the color combinations. Though these days’ girls wear odd combinations like pink, blue and red, they carry it well but there certain dressing styles look very disgraceful. Like a black and a brown salwar kameez doesn’t look good. Similarly grey with green or yellow will not really give a good look. 

Though we today have many colors like bottle green or military green and turquoise blue, but they should be worn with apt colors. When it comes to Indian apparels, we find that they are immensely colorful and vibrant. However, while choosing an Indian dress material, one should ensure that the colors must complement each other. If this criterion is fulfilled one is likely to receive compliments. In summers one must try and wear pastel shades rather than flashy or very dark colors. Apart from the color combinations, one should see to it that the work or the embroidery on the suit or kurta is not very gaudy. And if you choose to wear a light kurta then possibly one should enhance it with a dark chudidar or Patiala. 

Its just about thinking a bit as to what looks good on you. Wear colors, which you feel make you more confident and smart. All ones has to do is take out some time and decide upon the Indian apparels and their colors.

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Salwar kameez is indeed a very comfortable outfit. Especially in summers, when the temperatures are shooting up, everybody tries to wear light clothes. Recently, the trend of wearing a printed cotton salwar with a plain kurta is gaining quick popularity. Whether one plans to go to the office or to college, almost every girl resorts to this option. 

Casual Indian salwar kameez has become a very comfortable option. Also these fabrics are available in all kinds of fabrics ranging from crepe to silk to cotton. Indians preferably wear salwar kameez in order to escape from this scorching temperature. Apart from this Indian salwar kameez, if stitched properly does give an elegant look. Even the west is deeply inspired by this art of wearing an Indian salwar kameez. More importantly, these outfits are 24*7 available online. Anybody and everybody can access these outfits online. Even if one is stationed overseas, online shopping has its wings spread almost everywhere. 

Lucknow is also famous for its lucknowi salwar kameez. The fabric is crisp, the colour range is diverse and the fall of the cloth is also fabulous. These couture’s are also gaining fast recognition from the girl audience.  

Many young girls prefer wearing a good shade of salwar with an elegant kurta and flat slippers. This is the most ideal dress combination for college going girls or even those going to their work stations. This casual wear is easy to handle and at the same time it looks appealing. 

There is a lot to Indian coutures and attires. Almost every season we seem to modify the existing styles in fashion and come up with something new. These summers, the entire girl crowd is rushing towards Indian salwars.  

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Since a very long time Indian Dresses have received fame from an increasingly large audience. At the same time it should be noted that these people do not appreciate things easily. In these Indian Dresses, one must have found something worth appreciating that is the reason why these garments are very popular. Pre-stitched Indian dresses are very mych in demand these days.  

When we talk about Indian Lehengas in specific, it is observed that these kinds of apparels are common at the time of family functions or weddings of near and dear ones. Even young girls becoming brides wear lehenga for atleast one occasion. Many radiant colors are available in Indian lehengas. Apart from the colors, the style of stitching the lehenga has also been changing.  

Earlier lehengas were available in the form of a dress material. But lately, many fashion outlets offer pre-stitched Indian lehengas to its customers. This facility avoids us from frequently visiting the tailors. Instead one gets a semi fitted lehenga that does not require any final stitch. But for safety reasons, some girls get stitching done another time just to ensure that it does not tear from any angle. 

This to a large extent has helped the women who are constantly looking forward to wearing Indian lehengas. Even the choli of the lehenga is prestitched. The best part about this feature is that those people who stay outside India can also avail this brilliant opportunity.  In the past, foreigner sere not so keen about buying Indian lehengas for a simple reason that it cannot be stitched in their country. But now they can order it through online shopping also. And can get prestitched apparel at within a short span of time. This has made shopping for lehengas all the more easier and relaxing.   

This prestitched Indian lehenga dress is available in different sizes and almost all possible colors under the sun. This feature is indeed appreciated by many girls and ladies.

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