A casual affair with B:kind

Dressing down at work can be a welcome relief from the stiffness of Grays & pastels that we are forced to endure 4 days in a week. Years of conditioning have enabled us to figure out the basic dynamics of formal work-attire in general life. However, even a brief appearance of Friday in our schedule can throw a lot of us in a bout of dilemma.

After all, how does one go casual in a professional environment & most importantly, how much casual is doable on a casual Friday?

Taking a cue from this situation and a lot more, B: Kind presents its own manual to break this vicious cycle.

Remember, fashion is the key word. Casual Friday is not a day to break out in the yoga pants and the Hawaiian shirts and flip-flops.  Instead, it is a day to wear printed tops or simple tees with your jeans. The secret of successful attire on this particular day lies in being creative while still maintaining the professional elements.

 If you’re wearing a printed top, pair it up with jeans or colored pants and heels.  If your pants are too dark keep your top light or go white with it. Don’t forget to accessorize it with jewelry or a scarf however. Skirt lovers can dig their favorites out of their closet & flaunt the neat and plaid ones out to the world.

And in the end don’t forget to have fun while you’re going smart with your casuals. Say what girls?

How to crack the Corporate Look?

To say that the work life plays a huge role in shaping our personalities is one of those statements that can continue its existence without being stated at all. Because over the period of time it fast becomes the only enterprise we live and breathe in. And yet, most of us get caught in a rut and find it difficult to stay fashion forward at the work front. Here are few ways in which you can easily update your work related wardrobe. 

1. Wear a colorful skirt: It’s easy to stick to the black, grey and blues. But, a chic yet formal pencil style, knee length skirt or trousers of high waist in an interesting color can go a long way in ensuring that your persona is never boring.

2. Have fun with your footwear: Add nude stilettos to a business suit or maybe printed pumps with dark denims. Accessorizing the attire further with a string of classic pearls is a sure winner too. 

3. Look for checkered tops: Checkered tops like the one from B:kind will give you a prefect formal look. Team them with a knee length skirt or straight fitted denims. 

4. Keep it simple: Avoid chunky jewelry. Instead opt for single studs, bracelets to keep it simple and chic. 

5. An elegant bag is a must have: A swanky bag can never fail to add a different dimension to your style and personality.

Remember to keep it interesting and vivacious the next time you pass through that door and swoop straight to your office desk. Have fun dressing up girls until then!  

A curious case of heels- High or Flat?

Historically women have fought many battles in the pursuit of fair ground in the man’s world. Some have been altruistic and outright revolutionary, while the others have been far nobler and milder in nature. And then there are some battles that fall in the catch 22 category of ‘What came first- Egg or Chicken?’

It’s almost impossible to come across a woman who has not had tough time juggling her vote of loyalty between a sexy pair of stilettos and the very practical flat bellies, chappals or others in this genre. This epic war has served as the ultimate litmus test for the womankind for generations.  

Yes, the heels are sexy. From Oscars, red carpet events to a casual walk on the road, the world would never be the place it is now had it not been for the existence of this super sensual pair on the horizon.

The detractors have been eager to point out at the serious health and medical hazards related to the device. But, who cares? For us the mind has always been over the matter. Hasn’t it?

Although a much saner voice would point out at the practicality of flat shoes as they can be worn under skirts, trousers or god forsaken any outfit. They are comfortable and especially so on uneven roads and crowded lanes of Indian shores. You can jump, run and hop. Every joy and comfort of a sporty spirit gets rolled in one.

However, they’re not heels. They are practical but, they are not a sexy 6 inch stiletto!  

While the battle continues and further confusion ensues, we leave the final decision with our audience here. But not without an important reminder from the very legendary and iconic figure herself-----

I don’t know who invented the high heel, but all men owe him a lot- Marilyn Monroe

Walk to remember

Spotted just-turned-mommy Sweta Matthew in a B:Kind checked shirt. Check shirts are the flavour of the month, get yours today!

 

See how another B:Kind fan wore the same top for a Sunday brunch, here.

Wear the trend: Tribal Prints

Move into a realm of contrasting prints for a striking appearance this summer. Everything from bohemian bracelets to bold prints, we are OD-ing on tribal prints!

Tribal tricks and tips:

• Play it safe: Tribal prints are bold and daring as is, play it cool and wear it moderation. Pair your bright tribal top with muted coloured pants, moccasins and a fringe vest to add the bohemian drama. Complete this look with feather earring and a carry-all sling.

• Accesorise: This trick is probably applicable for all your looks. Add a scarf or a statement necklace to your blouse or simple stack up and have an arm party. If nothing excites you, simply add a pair of high heels to do the trick. 

• Tribal in tiny doses: Tribal printed accessories are ideal for the faint hearted. Pair your tribal print scarf with an all black outfit or add an ikat print bag to a pastel outfit. Add an element of surprise that suits your style.
• Mix prints: Feeling bold and daring? Mix your tribal motifs with plaids or even stripes. Keep the rest of your outfit simple to avoid an overkill.

• Long-term investment: You don’t have to limit your tribal prints to the spring weather. Simply add fur or leather accessories like a jacket or a pashmina scarf to make it fall weather appropriate. You can also accentuate the rustic vibe of these prints by pairing them leather boots.

Girl-next-door

Fashion blogger Ritcha Verma is an absolute girl. She loves her cute dresses and summery prints. She recently picked up a printed top from B:Kind. The Peter Pan collar and romantic print make it very this season. This top is versatile and can be easily worked from day to night. She wore her look with coloured pants to dinner with family. 

Tangerine Tango

Think juicy oranges, marigolds and the summer sun because we just cannot seem to get enough of the corals and oranges that are doing the rounds this summer. Whether its entire ensembles or small measures like blouses, shirts and accents of tangerine, we think every wardrobe needs to explore the possibilties with this gorgeous colour. Here's a quick guide on wearing the colour:
Tangerine in contrast:
If wearing an orange ensemble is not your thing then contrast with other colours and colour-block. Try colours like turquoise, rich purple, royal blue, emerald green and red that make beautiful contrasts to tangerine.

Tangerine in small doses: Try peek-a-boo with tangerine colours like light jackets, tunics, shirts and blouses or simply in shoes, bags and bib necklaces. You can pair a cool cotton tunic with coloured pants for a high fashion look.

Tangerine ensembles:
Jumpsuits in orange or short summer dresses and playsuits are a good summer accompaniment. If you wear a tangerine ensemble, make sure you offset it with either nude or contrast colour accessories.