Wednesday 31 July 2013

QUIRKY + FUN (FUN FUSION FASHION WITH BUZZARIA)











Presenting look number one from Fun Fusion Fashion with Buzzaria-

We call this look FUN and it is quite evidently so!

The minion print jacket is from Buzzaria and is by a brand called Quirkbox! 10/10 to the name Quirkbox. We are in love with the minion print. If you too are attracted to this fresh & quirky jacket you must visit Buzzaria for more such statement pieces!
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The jacket is perfect if you want to stand out in the crowd!In fact it was the first thing that caught our eye at Buzzaria. The trick is to keep rest of your look simple.Of course we were feeling festive and a little bling has never harmed anyone. Right? ;)

So if you have any office party OR an event to go to  OR you could simply wear this to celebrate Friendship Day which is right around the corner!!! ;)

Happy Styling xo

HAVE A HAPPY HAPPY AUGUST

Its 1st August today and officially time to gear up for various celebrations! Eid ,Teej, Rakshabandhan and Independence Day are just around the corner! :D

We want to celebrate the festive month of August with you. Come join us on this joyful and patriotic journey!

As a tribute to the nation, we are going to show you style and fashion in the colors of our national flag ! A different color every week starting with orange and followed by white, green and blue!!!!!

Fun Fusion Fashion with Buzzaria will also be running through August and the first look is going to be up on our blog shortly!!!

Is there anything you would like to see on our blog or Facebook page? Is there anything you would like to share? We would love to hear from you guys!!!

Above all, we would like to wish you a very very Happy August!

Stay connected!!!!!

Jai Hind :)

ORANGE SKINNIES + ANIMAL PRINT TOP

DETAILS -
ORANGE SKINNIES - ZARA 
ANIMAL PRINT TOP- SIAM SQUARE, BANGKOK
BLACK STATEMENT NECK PIECE- SIAM SQUARE BANGKOK
BAG- DOROTHY PERKINS, LONDON 
HEELS - DNA 
HAPPY STYLING XOXO










LIME GREEN SKINNIES - MORNING & EVENING TRANSITIONS

MORNING -








EVENING-







DETAILS-
LIME GREEN SKINNIES - ZARA
MINT GREEN TOP-VERO MODA
TAN BALLERINAS- LOCAL BOUTIQUE, LONDON
HEELS- CHARLES & KEITH
STATEMENT NECK PIECE - PRIMARK
WATCH- GUESS
ARM CANDY - FOREVER 21 , BANGKOK
FLORAL JACKET - BANGKOK
BAG- VERO MODA
Happy Styling XOXO

SUNSCREEN JARGON DECODED

Go on give it a read.
UVA rays cause long term damaging effects like premature ageing, pigmentation and wrinkling. Recent studies indicate that UVA rays  also cause skin cancer as they penetrate deep in the skin cells.
UVB rays cause tanning, sunburns and skin cancer
SPF- Only determines how long you can stay in the sun without burning caused by UVB rays.
SPF (Sunburn Protecting Factor)- Standard recommendation by American Academy of Dermatology is a minimum of 30 
BROAD SPECTRUM – Indicates both UVA and UVB protection
PA RATING- Denotes UVA protection, with anywhere from ‘zero to ++++’ indicating lowest to highest. 
For Indian skin, a broad spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30++ is recommended 
PHOTOSTABLE FORMULA- This means that sunscreen won’t break down once exposed to light 
USAGE- Apply 15 minutes before stepping out and make sure to reapply every two hours and especially after swimming or if you are on the beach 
LBBS says before making an investment, analyze your skin type, color, sensitivity and read reviews of the products you are considering
Last and a very important point, sunscreens are good for 6-12 months after opening. Don’t use them beyond 1 year 
Stay protected, stay stylish!

YAY FOR DOC MARTENS

A legend named "Dr Martens" was born on April 1st 1960 when Bill Griggs from England collaborated with Munich based Dr Maertens.
Dr Maertens had gone through a foot injury while skiing and as a result he and his friend Dr Funck invented the revolutionary air cushioned sole.
Needless to say, When Griggs contacted Maertens, history was made!!!
This 50 year old Brit footwear brand is characterized by its distinct air-cushioned sole, welted construction and yellow stitching.
Dr Martens have transitioned from working man's boots to a fashion must have! Popularly called Docs or Doc Martens, these boots are immensely popular with models and celebrities world over!!!
These boots have always been symbolic of the brash self expression of youth and bring forth the spirit of being different , being original and constantly challenging the past and present!
Doc Martens are classic, extremely stylish and comfortable! A definite deadly combination!
LBBS loves Docs especially the floral print ones!!!
Do you own a pair of Doc Martens? Share pictures with us!! We would love to hear from you!!
Happy Styling xoxo

BACK TO BASICS WITH BROWS

Thick and fierce is IN and thin is OUT!
British supermodel Cara Delevinigne will happily take the blame for the thick- bold- fierce eyebrow trend.
If you too face the problem of over plucked sparse-thin brows left at the mercy of over excited threading ladies at your local salon, just take a deep breath, relax and let your brows grow out. Once they grow, invest in a pair of good tweezers and then just pluck the extra hair out. 
For those who don't have naturally thick brows, get a soft brown eyebrow pencil. Fill out your bows by following the natural shape and fill in gaps by sketching in short hairs. Then brush them with an angled brush or a spoolie brush. 
Keep it simple and natural. Thick eyebrows make you look younger!
Thumb rule while selecting a brow pencil-  if you have dark hair choose a brow pencil three shades lighter than your hair!! And for blonde/light hair use a brow pencil that is two or three times darker than your hair.

Always remember, your eye brows are like sisters and not identical twins. Don't try and make them look identical or you will pluck them to nothing ;)

Bollywood fashionistas keep their brows thick and fierce


Happy Styling xo

BECOMING BB

BB cream was originally formulated in the 1960s in Germany by dermatologist Dr. Christine Schrammek to protect her patients' skin after surgery. Introduced to South Korea and Japan in 1985, it became immensely popular and was heavily endorsed by Korean celebrities.
In eastern markets, BB cream stands for blemish balm, blemish base or beblesh balm and in Western markets, beauty balm. 
The BB bandwagon continues and India has happily joined the club. 

BBB (Beauty Balm on Budget)
Soft, supple, clear, clean, dewy and hydrated skin is the new SEXY !
BB creams can be worn alone as is OR over serum and moisturizer AND under powder.BB Cream is characterized as an “all in one” product and is definitely an essential.
It usually provides sheer to medium coverage and helps hydrate and moisturize, strengthen and smooth while providing anti oxidant protection.
All high end brands are manufacturing BB creams but if you too are a recessionista, brands like Garnier BB Cream India and Maybelline New York India have done a great job especially at the price point of Rs 199!
Happy Styling xoxo


THINGS YOU OUGHT TO KNOW ABOUT ARGAN OIL

Argan oil is a plant oil produced from the kernels of the argan tree, found exclusively in Morocco. It is valued for its nutritional, cosmetic and medicinal properties. In beauty and cosmetic circles, its also called Moroccan Oil.
This is a rare commodity and hence quite expensive!
HAIR CARE REVOLUTION- 
There’s no denying that Moroccan Argan oil is like liquid gold for hair. But, while many brands boast its name on the front of their bottles, some use such a tiny amount of the ingredient that it’s hard to see any benefits. There is a lot available in the market and most product information is confusing and misleading.
If you want to give this treatment a shot, LBBS recommends products from the brand Moroccanoil.
Moroccanoil literally started a revolution in hair care with its products that range from The Original Moroccanoil treatment, to advanced scalp treatments, shampoos and masks.
Yes, most hair treatments from  the cult hair oil creator are available in India.The official distributor in India is Lewanna group and the products are available at select salons. 
USAGE – (The Original Moroccanoil Treatment)
Apply a teeny tiny amount to clean, towel-dried hair, from mid-length to ends. Blow-dry or let dry naturally. 
Moroccanoil Treatment can be applied to dry hair to tame fly-aways or condition dry ends.
Remember to concentrate on the end of your hair as this oil is intensely rich and applying too much will leave hair greasy, sticky and shiny.
LBBS Tip: If you somehow go over the top with the oil and don’t have time to rewash your hair, try blow drying it out with the help of protective spray and sprinkling talcum powder.
TOP REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD GIVE THIS A GO- 
It helps re hydrate hair quickly and effectively. 
It is nourishing and residue-free. 
There is no strong odor.
It is a versatile conditioning, styling and finishing tool. 
It blends perfectly with other products and even speeds up drying time. 
This is a brilliant product for dry or damaged hair ( especially if you are regular with hair color and chemical hair treatments)
Yes it is pricey, but you only need to apply a pea sized amount at once. So the product will last you a long time. This ultimately makes it cost effective.
Do you have any information or experiences with argan oil that you would like to share? We would love to hear from you 

:)

FUN FUSION FASHION WITH BUZZARIA



The power of Facebook never ceases to amaze us! Just the other day Colin Fernandez saw our FB page and introduced us to Buzzaria!  God bless him for that :)

Here is what happened next!

We spent a day with Kashish and Mamta at Buzzaria; its so inspiring to watch these women in their element and space. It also restores and validates our faith in ourselves as new entrepreneurs.

Kashish also treated us to yummy Cheese Chaplin pizzas (we highly recommend the ones with jalapenos and sun dried tomatoes) and we spent the day discussing style,fashion and life :)

We were given  the liberty to browse through the store and  pick our favorite items! With these gorgeous items from Buzzaria and some others from our existing wardrobe we have created looks which will be up on our page and blog starting this week and continue through August!

Our theme is FUN FUSION FASHION and we feel that these looks will definitely open your mind to some refreshing ideas on what to wear for occasions like Teej, Independence Day Celebrations, Rakshabandhan and other festivals.


Special thanks to Colin, Kashish and Mamta for making this possible!!! We had an absolute blast putting this feature together!

Here are a few snippets from our looks! Stay tuned for the complete deal 

Happy Styling xoxo