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Originally written for Ciceroni Fashion comprises of the world we breathe in, it surrounds us in all possible form of apparels, interiors and home decor. While some follow fashion for style most of the fashionistas follow for the coveted status. Following fashion can be a tedious task; like come on, everyday there is a new trend emerging and before you actually make a decision of buying it, whoosh!!! It vanishes from the market. Besides being quick in decision making, you should also be wise enough to make the right choice because you don’t want to park your money in your closets only, right? This reminds us that Navratri, the much celebrated festival of Gujarat, is fast approaching. Are you going to dig into your wardrobe and find something old or are you going to repeat the unpardonable mistake of going for the last minute shopping to buy the good old Ghagra choli from Law Garden? Not that we are against it but, don’t you want to try new trends? What is your idea of swa...

Originally written for ciceroni With a country as diverse as India, there ought to be dozens of festivals that are celebrated across the country, be it marking the beginning of a season or a heroic victory of deity over the demons or maybe just a symbolic remembrance of the god. Onam , originally a harvest festival of Kerala, is now celebrated across the globe wherever Malayalees have settled. Ahmedabad too has a sizeable population of Malayalees. However, the only thing that we might know about their culture is our tryst with Dakshinayan Mysore Dosa and filter coffee or maybe thayeer sadam from Fern’s Dravida. So then what is Onam? What is the actual story behind these celebrations? During the reign of Asura King Mahabali, people of Kerala witnessed a golden era of prosperity and happiness. Mahabali’s love for his people was immense. His fame was widely spread amongst heaven and earth. He was so much loved by people that even the Gods felt a threat since he had conquered n...

Originally written for Ciceroni There are so many jobs that are under appreciated or only appreciated on select days when they are celebrated. Did you wish your teacher this Teacher's day or are you going to make the same mistake of letting it pass this year too? Teachers are known for making the nation's future. Somebody said it right, teachers are the backbone of the nation, because it is only through their knowledge and experience that we can have a better tomorrow. It is true that parents give birth to a child but it is teachers who shape the students ‘character and make them fine human beings. We can never really forget them.. This Teacher's day why not acknowledge the efforts of both parents and teachers for teaching important life lessons. Here are 7 things that you could do to make them feel special. 1) Personalized letters We live and breathe words. Words have always inspired and influenced us. This Teacher's day why not pen your story of ...

What is that one thing to wear, that comes to your mind when you want to travel or when you want to feel relaxed or for that matter you want to just go and catch up with your friend? Well for us that one thing is Denim. It's absolutely delightful to find this particular type of clothing to be widely embraced by the world. We believe Denim is the timeless staple that is here to stay always. It’s the classic must-have for your wardrobe. It has in fact become the foundation garment for the youth. Entire college life, one may keep changing tops, tee-shirts & blouses but one garment that remains as a constant companion is jeans. Black, dark blue, light blue, white – any colour but essentially jeans. Here is a list of denim essentials that you could stock up on for the love of fabric... 1) Skinny fit jeans The right fitting denim is the best investment for clothing, as the fact remains that it is a durable and has a timeless design that can be worn for years a...

                Originally written for Ciceroni Summer is here! The world smells of roses. The sunshine is as bright as the powdered gold spread all over the place. The birds are chirping as loud as they can. It is one of those March days where the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold everywhere, but, in Ahmedabad's case, the winds are as hot as the sun. It is time to stuff those woollen clothes in your wardrobe and make some space for the lovely delicate summer separates you have been waiting for. Here are some of the styles that you could opt for this season along with the names of brands & stores from where you could find your piece of elegance. 1) Kurta Cotton absorbs the sweat from your body and allows it to evaporate into the air. This makes it the perfect fabric for summer because it keeps you cool. Avoid synthetic fabrics as much as possible because most synthetic fabrics do not breathe. So when you sweat, the ...

  Originally written for Ciceroni At the start of the year, all that we look forward to is to grab the new calendar and check out on the days when we can plan a holiday. We all love holidays, don't we? Travel can mean different things for different people. Some may travel in luxury, while others may prefer backpacking. Few love Rocky Mountains and hilly terrains, while others love the feeling of sand underneath their feet. Your packing totally depends on where and how do you plan to holiday. Since the weather is nice and bright, most of us are heading to the beaches, maybe planning long-weekend getaways or a romantic trip for this Valentine’s. Besides travelling light, most important point to consider is that you are comfortable in your choice of clothes. We have made an ideal packing list to make your beach travel hassle free. Check out our travel essentials and start ticking right. 1) Dress The dress is the most versatile piece of clothing a fashionista can ...