Give me the Green Light

Since I have been married my salwar kameez inventory was only of formal, heavy, intricate work and designs. Such a horrible problem to have, I know, but I was yearning to get my hands on something simpler. My personal style is minimalistic with clean lines but also leave you transfixed on the beauty of it. So when I finally got my hands on this dress I was able to breathe in a sign of relief. The hunter green color is perfect for someone to wear as a guest at a wedding. The open back with drops of pearls hanging across is a great option for spring/summer as it gives to breathing air. The diamante kaam on the upper body draws your eyes in and the longer tail leaves an impact. The only thing I wish I could change was the cheap lace used on the sleeves and the fact that I wasn't able to wear heels at the time. For more information on where I got this dress feel free to leave a comment or message me. XOXO

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Priyanka Chopra Inspired Look

I'm no sure whether or not you could tell but... I am a self-professed bollywood fanatic. Literally, if you were to to tell me Leonardo Dicaprio was going left down the street and Shahrukh was going right, I would RUN right. So I really do appreciate it when someone understands when I reference bollywood, especially if I am trying to achieve a certain look. When I went to Warda (who is an amazing makeup artist in the area) she understood me completely, and when I asked to get the makeup look Priyanka Chopra wore in the song Maa Da Ladla from Dostana she delivered. For those of you who are not familiar here is a link I found on Youtube:

Priyanka's Maa Da Ladla look

or here is an okay picture that I found online:

Granted she has my stream skin tone, and I'm quite frankly as pale as Casper the ghost I LOVED the look warda ceeated. I only wish I took more pictures but I was in so much of a hurry because it was one of my best friends wedding. My sole goal was to capture every moment of her because she was the most beautiful bride I have seen (I have seen my fair share of brides, so I'm going to ask you to take my word for it). Here are the few pictures I was able to take:

Remember to shine bright like a diamond. XOXO

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Gloomy Forcast OOTD

      

 

The weather has been amazing for the past couple of days but the pollen count has been really high aggravating my allergies. When the forecast called for rain today I rejoiced, as I was annoyed that I would have to pull out a jacket. I was elated that the pollen would soon wash away so buh-bye felica. Sorry, I'll try not to use such corney lines in the future. I wanted to wear something easy but nothing that would be too loud. Gloomy weather always makes me feel edgy so when I'm feeling that way I can't go wrong with black and white. I paired a cropped mini leather jacket by Lane Crawford with high waisted skinny jeans from Forever 21. I really hope high waisted skinny jeans aren't the next 'mom jeans' because post partum these guys are a God send. My braclet was a gift from my sister in law, from BCBG. I also wore a white sheer top by Lush clothing. My handbag is Saint Laurant Cassandre leather shopper in navy blue. I use this bag as my everyday bag because it's perfect to throw things into with my mommy duties. The zipper in the middle is a where I keep my important stuff. The color is still neutral enough to be able to pair with anything. Let me know if you want me to a what's inside my bag post. I'm usually always wearing flats so this introduction of Jeffery Campbell kitten heels mixes it up a bit. Shine your brightest XOXO 

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All about that...hair

My hair is an animal. After years of roaming in the wild,probing in and out of its beast state, I was finally able to domesticate into what it is today. No joke I've had scrunched up mousse-invaded hair, blond, red, short, long and everything inbetween. 

I'm not the happiest with where it is right now (I'm in the process of growing out my last color job) because I want to go back to my natural hair color for a little bit. I am however content with the length and my ability to tame it. I have wavy, coarse, thick hair and I would like to share my routine of how I am able to keep it in check. Let's start with biotin, biotin is a natural vitamin that allows for you skin hair and nails to grow. I take 1,000 mcg's everyone morning. 

It's important to mention that I shampoo every other day with any sulfate free shampoo, I'm not too picky about my shampoo,I feel like they all do the same thing. I have learned that with wavy or curly hair you must keep it moisturizered and not having sulfur in your products helps ensure that the moisture isn't being blocked from the hair shaft. Once I week I apply hot oil to my hair for a few hours, generally after straightening it blowing out my hair. This is something I learned from my mother and dreaded when she would chase me around the house with hot oil. At the end of the day it's like they say 'mother knows best'. 

 

Currently I am using Health HairPacs organic hot oil hair treatment from Harmon's beauty supply. I was reluctant to try because of the cheap packaging but am so happy that I looked passed that and tried it out. This stuff is LIFE CHANGING and I swear no one is holding a gun to my back making me tell you guys to purchase this stuff. It's just that good at hydrating and making my hair feel healthy. 

Also before the weekend starts which is generally when I actually take the time out to straighten/blow dry/curl my hair. I like to apply Aussie's 3 minute miracle deep conditioner to my hair. This is my formula to success I hope I was able to be of some help to you guys. Shine bright!!! XOXO

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Purple Haze

I was lucky enough to be a bridesmaid at my husband's cousins wedding. The bride is someone I love with all my heart who is a beautiful person inside and out. It was her idea to have all the girls wear this shade of purple at her wedding. My outfit was pinkish purple chiffon top with gold and beige thread and sequin embroidery that started at the neckline and went until my midsection. The lining underneath was a shimmery shirt made out of solid sequin embroidery.

Full outfit

Neck work detail

With myhandsome husband

I wore a matching khundan tikkah and jhumka set, with gold bangles, purple choorian and a Fendi crossbody I converted into a clutch.

                                                  
                                                                         tikkah
                                                  
                                                               bangles/choodian

 My makeup was not done by me but my my sweet and amazing friend Warda (who is in the NJ/NYC area for bookings). I gave her creative reign and absolutly LOVED the outcome. The eyes were bright gold shimmer with a purple crease to tie the eyes together and a taupe lip which balanced the eye makeup out.

For any other details or questions please comment below. XOXO

A few more pictures...just cuz

        

        

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Mother's Day 2015

Happy Mother's Day to all of you fabulous mothers out there. It was my first Mother's Day as a first time mommy and I couldn't have been happier. My husband and son made sure I had an amazing day. We went to lunch at one of my fav restaurants in Woodbridge with my mommy and daddy in law. We spent the rest of the day outdoors because the weather was amazing!!! Mohsen took our son and I to the Jersey City waterfront for some exercise and ice cream (two of my favorite combos). I wanted to wear something that emulated the weather and was bright, cheery and wholesome. A maxi dress was perfect because they are so comfortable and forgiving which is the exact type of outfit you should wear if you know you are going out for a big lunch. The dress was a stunning blue with a sea foam green inner lining, the top for a stretchy jersey material and the bottom a pleated chiffon material. I am a sucker for chiffon because of the way the material feels and fall on your body. On a side note I decided not to include pictures of my son mainly because I'm a paranoid freak about psycho lurkers out on the internet even though Iit pains me to add heart stickers over his adorable face I'd rather be safe than sorry.

Outfit Details:
Isaac Mizrahi Maxi Dress
http://www.polyvore.com/isaac_mizrahi_womens_maxi_dress/thing?id=99149317

Express Studs
http://www.express.com/clothing/cubic+zirconia+pave+halo+stud+earrings/pro/0762003/cat360029

Cardigan (I might have borrowed from my sister)
Necklace was a gift from my mommy and she got it from Macy's
Kate Spade Bracelet (a gift from my friend Meena)

Fendi Sunglasses
http://www.amazon.com/Fendi-Sunglasses-FS-5235-511/dp/B00IAYYDJW

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Hoboken Nights

The weather has really started to look up. The bitter cold is finally gone and my husband and I decided to take advantage and take an evening stroll along the boardwalk in Hoboken. The attire I chose was all based on the fact that I saw a red lip on a bollywood starlet that I wanted to emulate before the weather would be to warm to warrant a red lip. I am no where near as tan as I wish I were so instead of wearing gold and champagne in the video I was inspired by I opted for a grey and black color scheme.

My moto jacket is knit was it's perfect for in between weather. The zippers and asymmetrical make me feel a litter edgier than I actually am ;) I bought it at Armani Exchange a few months ago but is now unavailable but I was able to track it down on amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Armani-Exchange-Womens-Knit-Jacket/dp/B00LF2K5YS

a similar tweed jacket at Bloomingdale's by Kenneth Cole New York
http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/kenneth-cole-new-york-willa-knit-moto-jacket?ID=1182261&CategoryID=2910&LinkType=#fn=COLOR%3DGray%26spp%3D3%26ppp%3D96%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D%26spc%3D10%26cm_kws%3Dmoto jacket%26cm_kws_ac%3Dfalse

The skirt I wore is a midi skirt which is a trend I hope never leaves.I just exhausted of maxi skirts dragging all the dirt along the bottom and my hips aren't so forgiving with any skirts above my knees. The midi length is my dream hemline and makes me feel like I'm walking hand in hand with Audrey.
I bought it from express also a few months ago and is unfortunately unavailable. I was able to track down a similar one though at Nordstrom by Halston Heritage
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/halston-heritage-midi-skirt/3960263?cm_mmc=polyvorecpcdesktop-_-datafeed-_-women:bottoms:skirt-_-1049627&mr:referralID=eedc3246-f5fb-11e4-8635-001b2166becc

I wore a basic black tee from H&M found here:
http://www.hm.com/us/product/77536?article=77536-C

Last my flats are from Calvin Klein from years ago I purchased from Macy's but I refuse to get rid of because the sales person was a dear friend. The best option I found that if you are looking for laser cut patent leather flats are these Tarhari ones at Lord and Taylor
http://www.lordandtaylor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/lord-and-taylor/ethel-leather-laser-cut-flats?site_refer=CSE_POLYVORE&CA_6C15C=120178030000432800

Lots of Love

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