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Turquoise – color of 2010.

Posted by Team Trendiya on December 12th, 2009

Pantone color 2010 Turquoise-India

Recently Pantone (Pantone Inc, world’s color authority from 45 years) forecasted the Color of the Year for 2010, which is an inviting and luminous hue PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise (vibrant blue-green). Combining the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green, Turquoise inspires thoughts of soothing, tropical waters and a comforting escape from the everyday troubles of the world, while at the same time restoring our sense of wellbeing.

Other colors that will be seen in 2010 are – Turquoise — Pantone 15-5519 (vibrant blue-green)
Tomato Purée (classic red), Fusion Coral (warm orange), Violet (light purplish hue), Tuscany (warm beige), Aurora (slightly greenish yellow), Amparo Blue (a warmer navy), Pink Champagne (delicate pale neutral), Dried Herb (green neutral) and Eucalyptus (practical gray).

Dipika houme-Mumbai-turquoise

So will turquoise rule in India in coming year 2010? For sure, it is a surprisingly versatile color. It looks great with white, make an awesome contrast with Indian orange and red and with green make a cooler combination. It can work with just about any other color and in any style of décor.
In fashion; it will definitively make you stand different. It’s strong enough for men but delicate enough for women. Remember the Men ties in turquoise color making bold statement, now a days bride want to try new colors apart from clichéd red and getting dressed in turquoise color lehnga is very trendy.
Anyway, turquoise can be used as an accent color- From draping a scarf around neck to hanging in turquoise in ears. Turquoise, an opaque, blue-to-green mineral and very popular gemstone combination with silver jewelry.
turquoise 2010 collage

Hope to see more of turquoise in India, that will surely cool down the recession fever.

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Same to Same!

Posted by Trends Reporter on October 6th, 2009

Wearing same outfit by two celebrities and there is no shame or guilt feel sounds strange. Is it a recession thing that agency and company can’t afford separate dresses for celebrities or they make a deal with fashion designer? Or is it a new ‘trend’ among celebrities likes music divas or actors.

Shilpa Shetty and Twinkle Khanna in same dress for 2 different magazine covers

Recently Shilpa Shetty was found wearing same dress for Harper Bazar October 2009 issue that Twinkle Khanna wore for Sept 2009 cover of L’Officiel.

In Hollywood too, singers Pink and Shakira were seen wearing the same dress for MTV Video Music Awards 2009.

Pink and Shakira in same outfit for MTV video music awards 2009

Whatever the reason, readers and viewers are not minding it.

Image source: Getty Images

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Men’s fashion week.

Posted by Trends Reporter on September 14th, 2009

dino morea and anil kumble in manoviraj creation.

Fashion week in India is not a new thing but what is special this time was it being a solely men’s fashion week and it will definitely play a significant role in positioning the Indian fashion market in world. Planning a all-men-fashion-week was in talks from a long time from the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and after partnership with Van Heusen it is all set to change the dynamics of the Indian fashion landscape.

Models present creations by Indian designer Himmat Singh.

Van Heusen India Mens Week’ was held in New Delhi on September 11 – 13, 2009 at The Grand and featured 15 shows by 21 designers.
Brands like Reid and Taylor, and Raymonds are exclusive men’s fashion brands, but if one wants to opt for a designer label, the choices are restricted to bridal wear only. But many still feel that Indians are not ready for men’s fashion so what if John Abraham started selling fairness cream and Shahrukh Khan doesn’t mind sitting in bath tub to sell bathing soaps. Mainly because fashion design happens only for weddings in our country, that is why bridal wear is such a big thing. Though the branded men’s apparel segment is growing at 15 per cent and retail industry for men’s apparel is five times bigger than the women’s apparel segment in India (am sure this is news for many).

Models present creations by Indian designer Rajvi Mohan

Sunil Sethi, President, FDCI elaborated on the need for an independent forum for men’s fashion- “Men are active participants and contributors to the growth of fashion today, who have moved beyond deciding their favourite colour of ties and socks to actually cultivating loyalties for designers and lifestyle brands. Menswear dominates a larger per cent of branded apparel sales in the country and is said to be growing at a CAGR of 15%. The ‘Van Heusen India Mens Week’ aims to give menswear designers a structured impetus and the much needed platform to tap this potential of men’s fashion in India.”

Models present creations by Indian designer Ravi Bajaj.

India’s first men fashion week began with Ravi Bajaj’s collection. Apart from quality to excellence, the unique feature of his collection was the silhouettes that has evolved from hard edged eighties executive style to the much softer, in touch with soul look that is so trendy these days.

rohit bal and a model in his work, right is a creation by shantanu and nikhil

Rohit Bal launched The Badmaash collection depicting the naughty and flirtatious nature of a man and celebrating life in a wicked manner. In his words “The collection is very moody, vivacious, and self-obsessive. It revolves around the theme – I, me and myself,”

rocky s

Designer Rocky S used skin friendly fabrics like cottons, viols and linen. The collection was replete with colours like beige, ivory and blacks. And his inspiration was – It’s about me looking for freedom in my clothes. It’s about spiritualism in my clothes, so everything is very relaxed and very confident. His collection has stylish jackets, lean pants in exaggerated length.
Actor Dino Morea and cricketer Anil Kumble were showstopper for designer Manoviraj Khosla. Kumble walked the ramp 1st time and admitted that he is learning few things from younger generation of cricketers specially in fashion.

Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna work.

Talk of the event was Greek god look of Shantanu & Nikhil’s collection which has Grecian drapes in silk velvets. Also the man purse, a leather tote or anything sling was an essential accessory for men.

Salman Khan walked in a creation by designers Ashish Soni and Rohit Gandhi & Rahul Khanna on the Grand finale day of ‘Van Heusen India Mens week’. Ashish Soni showcased his collection ‘On the Run’ in the first part, which was inspired by the film Don. And style gurus Rohit & Rahul decided to go eco-friendly and presented soothing collection ‘Hypernature’.

salman in ashish soni and Rohit Gandhi - Rahul Khanna

Image source: Van Heusen India Mens Week 2009

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Mohawk rocks!

Posted by Trends Reporter on August 11th, 2009

There is a funny competition amongst the fuchchas in setting up new trends, as the colleges open for a new season. You thought a cool dress and boots will make you a head-turner? Sometimes, its just hair which will make you a rocking dude!

So stop believing that a good hair cut is about- Length, Cut and Comfort. Sometimes one must dare to experiment by flaunting rebellious hair styles. Latest in hairstyling is Mohawk! It was sported by Amir Khan in Taare Zameen Par and even in a song (Behka) in Gajini.

Amir Darsheel and Amir Khan
mohawk college HT City
But if you thought only boys can show attitude in this- check the recent pics of Rihana and Demi Moore (an image, posted by Aston Kutcher). Indian hairstylist like Ambika Pillai and Javed Habib confirms this hair trend is becoming popular amongst girls.

 rihana demi-moore

As Mohawk came from punk subculture, so hair colors play an important part- use it either as hair highlighter or just cover one section or go for complete hair do. You can opt for single or combinations of colors and choose from vibrant colors like orange, blue, pink, purple and green to neon shades which will make you stand out of the crowd.

 Mohawk means, a hairstyle in which hairs are shaved from both the sides with just vertical hair line in the middle. But Fauxhawk or faux-hawk is getting more popular as you don’t have to shade side hair and but they are just layered and noticeable spike is made in center. color mohawk and pic by ophiah

So whatever version you are going to sport, be careful before mohawking. You need to look for your hair texture when it comes to the length. As fine hair needs added bounce so you will have to try and keep the hairstyle as short and full of layers as possible, in order to add more volume to it. Also be regular with shaving and trimming to maintain it. If going for bi or tri hawks be careful with the shaven and unshaven portions.

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Campus cool!

Posted by Team Trendiya on July 30th, 2009

Colleges are opened and so called social interaction aka ragging phase is almost over. It’s the time to show your coolness factor.

Footwear-  Guys have figured out that being experimental with their footwear will take them higher. That’s how after red sneakers, orange, yellow colors are also getting hit. U can team up with your T-shirt or for extra punch, paint some graffiti on them.

shoes
Girls doesn’t need to get high on heels, flats are still in. Just try freaky fluorescent straps. Bellies in different styles also look fabulous when you team well with your dress; like coordinating the color with belt and accessories. Incase, you feel very short or bored with flats and want to do some tip-toe, keep a pair of stilletos and platforms. But brown and black chappals are completely no-no. Try bold colors only.

Bottoms- shorts are in! Jeans are out. Girls please throw your capris, only hot pants will do the trick. In case you are shy and don’t have sexy legs can wear knee length shorts and skirts. Harem pants are also in from traditional block prints to plain in colors.

Pattern- After polka dots which are can be dotted anywhere from big tote to long tops to earrings, its checks print that is making statement from shorts, shirts, skirts to bags. Even if it gives school boy feel, wear it for cool & fresh look. Don’t forget, Katrina’s checked shorts in recently launched film ‘Newyork’.

Tops- Bright colors like purple, green, yellow are creating cool waves. With so many t-shirt website like bluebustee etc giving cool offer and cool message on tee, wearing mind on sleeve is also an in thing. In fact wear it for a cause, like supporting LGBTI. Either it is a well-fitted tee or a balloon tops, team it up with shorts or lycra legging.

College trends 2009

College trends 2009

Accessories- Wearing the big plastic necklaces and earrings is fading. Wear something different like jewelry made of paper, shells or clay. Blue pottery jewelry is also something in trends. Wearing a belt in colors will add special statement. So, an extra oomph factor will be there if you carry an umbrella in a bright color either to protect you from heat or un-sudden monsoon.
Bigger the better is best for you so tote with polka dots, checks prints or some message are cool to carry around the campus.

accessories-trends

Guys are getting more conscious about adding jinx with their accessories made of steel or wooden beads or just a bolder, rounded shade will do the trick. Again, say no to browns & blacks; tints of purple, blue and yellow are high for your eyes.

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