#sootiaffair

There are cynics galore who condescendingly retort the handloom industry but we at Red Oranges would agree to disagree with them.We are not influenced by the likes of Smiriti Irani or Lakme Fashion Week but we genuinely have a lot of respect for the rich culture of India and love for contemporary designs which is shown through our special capsule collection of handloom garbs in rich colors especially for fall 16'.

Our commitment to sustainable fashion textiles and traditional handlooms lead us to design this sooti collection.The feel and the texture, the warp and the weft, the intricacy of the design and the symmetry and the idiosyncrasies of different hands is seen in every piece of this collection.

We believe that handloom products are not only eco friendly but they provide the same warmth as the mother’s love.

#redoranges #handloom #sootiaffair #india #kolkata

The Mullet Makeover

From red carpet to casual wear, uneven hemlines seems to be the flavour of this season. Keeping this in mind Red Oranges presents a highly versatile collection of tunics in chanderi,voile,georgette and crepe with absolutely flattering uneven hemlines. Also known as the Mullet shape, this high low trend is more edgy and unconventional from the structured and tailored pieces. It's time to go edgy ethnic in tunics with uneven hemlines and pair it with fitted ankle length pants or denims or simply go casual by teaming it with ankle length legging/culottes. Elevate your style quotient, visit us at the Red Oranges flagship store @ AJC Bose Rd, Kol.

Bottoms Up

This season's hottest trends in bottoms- Culottes or the ankle length pleated split skirts with pockets are what we are gushing over. Flash your ankles in style in these cropped trousers and give your work-wear an edge. Either style it with a tucked in shirt or wear a long tunic for an Indian look this Autumn 2016. From uptown chic to downtown cool, solid or printed, take your pic for brunch weekend or work. A must have trend in your closet. Grab these from our flagship store @ AJC Bose Road. Elevate your everyday in Red Oranges.

Botanical Florals

Flowers are the ultimate badge of A/W 2016 femininity. The world of high fashion has been taken over by a glam garden theme. Red Oranges A/W16 collection has chic and strong, prints which give covered-up look with a romantic fairy-tale spin to it.  We also have some floral bunches squirted here and there, all over or in an extremely dense scheme of embroidery.  Floral prints mixed with other botanical motifs epitomes timeless elegance and true style that transcends a multitude of different generations. Look divine in trailing hemmed floral dresses/tunics from our pret line. Subvert spring and opt for florals in deeper autumnal tones. 

£100 Vogue

If you are a die hard fan of the British Vogue then you would definitely be knowing that the magazine just completed 100 years on stands.Without the Vogueland we would have never known Shrimpton, Moss, Bailey, Beaton, Bowie or Beckham. A magazine devoted to chronicling the clothes in a way where the pictures speaks volumes even without literature. It is more than simply a fashion bible. The glossy images with beauty, dripping with class portrays a world that allows people to dream & indulge.

One can visit the National Portrait Gallery to view the exhibition- Vogue 100: A Century of Style. You can also attend talks at the Vogue Festival in London from 21 - 22 May,2016. All this if you are in London. But if you are in India then order this amazing book from Amazon- Vogue 100: A Century of Style, spending your Sunday afternoon dissecting how British Vogue magazine has acted as a cultural barometer.

And along with this if you are also the sort of person who still stops by at any fancy looking stationary store then Vogue has just the best deals for you at the Vogue Extravaganza in London. I could not stop drooling over the post cards, colorful vogue matchsticks, vogue towel (every girl should have ), Levis jacket for vogue, J.Crew sweatshirt, hair pom-pom, vogue pencil .... ..... ..... ..... ....

Christopher Kane cable ties £20

Drye & Vogue cover towel £40

Smythson Notebook £45

Vogue covers notebook £8.50

Vogue chocolate bars £2

Vogue pencil £1

I do not smoke but I'll definitely find some purpose for these Bella Freud matches £12

 Well the inner child is always alive with these Caran D'ache colouring pencils £25

Vogue Color Pencils go hand in glove with Vogue Colouring Book, by Iain R Webb £10

End your day with Yolke eye mask & This Works sleep plus hair elixir £25

Just like Cecil Beaton’s famous wartime image of a woman gazing at the bomb-damaged ruins of Middle Temple,London, I sitting among the everyday chaos in my city of Kolkata feel connected to the sophisticated and classy fashion of London and know how to wear a crisp tailored suit. This inclusion and exclusion of the highest fashion is at the center of my life, all thanks to Vogue.

This is not just a magazine. This is a shining beacon of hope for me :)

The Yin & Yang In Fashion

The Chinese meaning of yin and yang tells us how opposite or contrary forces are actually

complementary, interconnected, and interdependent in the natural world. And my natural world is

surrounded by clothes and fashion. Period

Thus it occurred to me that yin & yang in fashion is such an important phenomenon which slowly and silently keeps cooking in everyone's wardrobe.It speaks volumes about your personality and the way in which you communicate about your fashion/style to others.

Every strand of thread that we wear communicates without words.

Following is the latest S/S 16 collection from a fashion brand named Red Oranges, showing yin and yang in fashion .

Yin has receding elements. So in fashion dictionary, it'll have characteristics like-

• Thin Lines / Horizontal Lines / Curved/Small Shapes / Low Contrast Color Combinations / Light Weight/Sheer Fabrics with natural flow

Where as Yang has exceeding elements or opposite of Yin, like -

• Thick Lines / Vertical Lines / Angled/Large Shapes / High Contrast Color Combinations / Heavy Weight Fabrics 

Thus we can also say that yin will be more feminine, softer and subtle. And yang will be stronger and draws attention.

At Red Oranges flagship store in Kolkata you can find both Yin & Yang elements. It's color story for S/S 16 goes from Beige to Baby Pink to Yellow to Fierce Red/Orange to a strong and bold plum. And the fabric story is woven from 100% organic voiles to silk muslin to Georgette to crepe. 

Find your yin&yang at Red Oranges.

Spring Belongs To The Mule

There is always a shoe of the season and this spring belongs to the mule. The reason that this is a good thing is because they are not revealing as a sandal but not as covered as a trainer. And one more amazing advantage is that no one can see the gnarly toes unless you are wearing a peep-toe version. Along with this mules do not cut off legs in the same way as the ankle straps do.

Celine Mules

Gucci Mules

H&M Mules

Next Mule

Zara  Mule

The mule has been edging it's way back into the fashion arena since the past few seasons, like - Manolo Blahnik, Balenciaga, Miu Miu and Victoria Beckham have given mules, catwalk prominence of late. Even pop stars and actresses like Rihanna, Olivia Palermo and Gwyneth Paltrow are swearing by the mules. A flatter version of the mules looks a little tomboyish with less risk of spraining the ankle.

Here's a how to wear mules guide -

Mules look great teamed with

• Culottes 
• Skirts 
• Pair of straight leg cropped jeans. 

How not to break your ankle in mules - 

• Opt for styles that have very wide strap or those that only bare the ankle
• The more support the better for your ankle

If you are in Mumbai and want to but a stylish pair of mules and do not wish to spend a penny on branded mules yet look like a million dollars then head to Linking Road, Bandra. There are three shops back to back selling the most stylish mules of the season. Pocket pinch - Rs.1500 to Rs.2500.

You can also buy mules from Zara, India - Rs2290 for plain (but has 70% goat leather) and Rs4590 for the printed ones. 

Remember to go slowly, these are not the shoes to go charging about :P

Do share your mule experience.

Six Chic Ways To Lighten Up Your Look This Season

It's time to pack away a bulk of your dark clothing. Spring is here, which means it's time to embrace lighter fabrics, colors and patterns. Below are some looks to inspire you with the freshest, coolest ways to welcome the new season and lighten up your look.

1) Slip Into Metallic Shoes - They say it right - "Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world". Period.

2) Give Them A Cold Shoulder Or Two - Wearing off-shoulder dresses is always fun & flirty. Whether you give one cold shoulder or two, they will always notice you. 

3) Try All Light Colors - Spring is the perfect season to try out all the lighter shades with elan. So try light and look light. 

4) Show Some Leg In A Flirty Skirt - What's fashion if it's is no fun. So try fun floral skirt this spring in a short length to show some leg.

5) Opt For An Eye Catching Pattern - Go for a bold/detailing pattern and pair it with a neutral color. See how eyes follow you. 

6) Try A Bright, Monochromatic Look - Tone on tone is so Spring 2016. Put your best fashion foot forward in this look. 

Sure these easy tricks will get you through Spring 2016. And do share your pictures.