Can I just say I am OBSESSED with  Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics  (OCC). Let me ask you first, have you been through phases? So a while ago it was the sunglasses phase, before that it was handbags and shoes phase {oh I think this one has almost become a permanent one}, then there was a longish phase of perfumes, if you go down lower on the time ladder, it was the stamp collection phase, pen phase and it can go on...... Right now its the coloured lipstick phase for me, where I have already amassed a sizeable collection of vegetarian lipsticks in all things colour, yet the hunger stays insatiated. Now the problem with all things colour in beauty is finding good vegetarian options, and in India particularly its a bigger problem. A few months ago, I discovered US based vegan beauty brand OCC and fell in love with their lip tars and colours - vibrant, happy, bright, pretty colours with choices that'll make you jump with joy.  Just when I was wondering how do I buy t

When a pleasure turns into disappointment it becomes a bigger disappointment.  Bodice by Ruchika Sachdeva Shirt , Diesel Jeans , Topshop Vest , Zara Shoes , Bershka Belt , DvF Tonda Clutch I'm not sure if I've mentioned that earlier, but I am not a big fan of shopping during sales (no matter what part of the world I am in). Nevertheless, I always manage to find some interesting pieces every now and then during sale period, because they're hard to ignore (it's everywhere). And now, thanks to the global economic slowdown stigma, the discounts run down in stores pretty much all round the year. Last month when I dropped by at Bombay Electric store they happened to still have some stuff on sale (though their sale period was over), and that's where I spotted this Bodice shirt. In case you're wondering, launched in 2010, Bodice is label of this Indian chic Ruchika Sachdeva who's studied fashion from London and has worked under Viviene

v     This pearl necklace brought a broad smile on my face, showing off my pearly white smile, Literally!!! Not intending to buy anything, I happened to step in Swarovski showroom a week back and there it was. Beautiful pearl necklace. Again, no intention to buy but......but there {boom}..... the sales assistant happened to mention that it was on a 70 percent discount. Now what the hell am I supposed to do? Say that I wasn't really looking to buy anything, no matter how gorgeous the necklace is and what a smart buy it was? Well that would be really dumb. So I just asked her to pack and bill in right next second. I am totally drooling over it right now and just can't wait to wear it soon. Such a happy day that was!!! Photo Credit: Meghna Saraogi

 I've been dying to get these Miu Miu sunglasses and finally {accidentally} found them in India. I am such a happy girl today!! While at a recent trip to Jaipur, I had this amazing vegetarian Carrot Cake at Anokhi Cafe. Amazing place, a must visit for those cotton clothes shopping and having great veg desserts and salads. Weddings, shopping, travelling and loads of work, and among all of this I've been experimenting with a lot of vegan and vegetarian salads - leafy, bean, fruit+veggies+avacado and cucumber - the list is endless. And here's my latest one - Peach & Bean Salad. I am a huge salad buff, and I ensure that everyone around me eats a good portion of it (even if I have to gulp it down their throats forcefully). I may sound a bit self-conceited here, but trust me this one turned out really well. Even those who are allergic to salad {now allergic I don't mean in the medical sense here}, loved a bite of it. Since I've been asked a recipe f

“As long as we have memories, yesterday remains. As long as we have hope, tomorrow awaits. As long as we have cupcakes, today is beautiful.” - @CupcakesQuotes (These cupcakes had a long journey and hence they aren't as spruced up yet delectable) Colourful pretty cupcakes with blobs of sweet frosting garnered attention and fancy and had been the 'it' dessert among urban Indians. But for some the cupcake mania might be dissuading thanks to their ubiquity with every next bakery selling their own versions of cupcakes. Nevertheless, they're still one of the favourite items to satisfy my sweet craving. Ever since Natali of cakeitaway stopped baking her vegetarian and vegan cupcakes (remember reading Yummy Suff....... Best Cupcakes in Town ?), my craving for them only aggravated and the hunt for the vegetarian (only) place for cupcakes began. The determination and perseverance to quench the cupcake thirst {literally} finally lead me to the vegan home bakery  G

While trawling through Carter's for getting the long awaited blog shoot, landed at an event 'Art by the Sea' by Le Sutra where artists displayed their work and were also painting their creations in-person by the sea. Inspired by the art.... On my wrist - Cartier Roadster Watch, Hermes Clic-Clac H Bracelet , Lily Cluster by Harry Winston Bracelet Jacket by   River Island , Diesel Jeans , Tee, Shoes and Bag from  Zara There are always those pieces loitering in the back of (everyone's?) wardrobe, all spruced up with butter paper wraps and uncut price tags boasting their virginity, and longing to be taken out for a ride. That's been pretty much the story of my online endeavored jacket, I ordered from River Island ages ago, and the spiky studded heels from Zara that was an impulse buy for the sheer beauty of it (just for the record, Zara has some of the most uncomfortable heels, these shoes sure look fabulous, but they are equ

When you do not have the budget to shop, a wishlist always comes in handy. While rummaging through my closet I discovered the lack of Spring pieces in it and immediately switched on my computer to for some online shopping. Zara  Tee ,  Skirt ,  Blazer  and  Shoes  were instant love for springing the closet. These basic pieces are perfect for 'this season' and can be easily recycled to other seasons. The white bag is from  Stella McCartney  (I can imagine tonnes of outfits I can carry it with). BTW I totally love Stella for the fact that she proved that you don't have to take life of someone for luxury. These  Vita Fede  bracelets have been on my lust list for a while now and they're perfect with this look. And how can you not buy a new pair of sunglasses for Spring? It would be a crime not to, and hence to save myself from a criminal offense I had to pick these beauties from Prada (cat eyed  Sunglasses ). To compliment the spring yellow the pop of bright passionate

While I always complaint about the fit and cut of western clothes by Indian designers (somehow most fail to impress me with their visually appealing but unflattering creations) but after browsing through collections of some designers in-person, on runway and off runway, I am inordinately pleased (in fact elated, absolutely-elated) that Indian designers are finally coming up with wearable silhouettes and defined cuts in their Western collections. Clothes from Nikhil Thampi, Nupur Kanoi and Cue by Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khannaare on top of  my wishlist.  In fact this very moment I am working out ways on how to route some pieces to make its way to my wardrobe. Nupur Kanoi - Jackets and Trousers Let the sunshine out to let your metallics shine. Defying the commonplace notions that anything blingy must come out in the night, Nupur Kanoi brings a twist to summerwear (you could wear your bling from day to night). Metallic infusion in day's clothing, smart jackets and pants in past