This Valentine's Day, enter the dreamy world of Rapunzel and Red Riding Hood through these modern interpretations of fairytale-inspired styles.
Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, comes a fairytale in the form of love. Whether we believe in fairytales or not, in the initial phase, the euphoria of love makes everything seem vibrant, bright and dreamy.
This Valentine's, let's keep the mundane out, and bring in the fantasy in our wardrobes. A taste for the fantastical seems to have cast a spell in the world of fashion. Says fashion designer Ken Ferns, "Fashion plays a very defining role to bring out the mood of love, romance and elegance. This season of love is all about keeping the look soft and dainty for women. Colours primarily run into powder hues, pastels and soft shimmers, aqua blue, peaches, soft candy pinks and ice blue; while the style line com prises onepiece dresses, feminine -even girly cuts, asymmetric hemlines, wide necklines, high waists, Eton collars... basically it's borderline prom dressing," adds Ferns.
Try vintage embellishments, accessories and headgear to add to the romance. "Fashion is what you make of it. Like a magician, you can change your appearance to change your mood.Put your creative mind to work and pick some metallic, pearl or diamond accessories; lacy, floral headpieces and fur-trimmed hoods to complement the dreamy V-Day look," says accessory designer Delna Poonawala.
Get hold of a pair of seethrough shoes by Christian Louboutin or Stuart Weitzman and wear it with a romantic chiffon or lace dress.Lastly, add some sparkle, suggests designer Nisha Sainani. "I gests designer Nisha Sainani. "It could be in the form of stone-studded accessories to go with the outfit or tastefully-done glittery make-up," she says.
FREE-SPIRITED JASMINE FROM ALADDIN
As Moroccan trend becomes mainstream this season, splurge in some Middle eastern glamour. "Luxurious harem pants teamed with an embellished sherwani jacket will give you a glam orous androgynous look. Bejewelled crops over Aladdin pants is also a funky option," suggests Satam. Keep the hair jet black and straight with dramatic kohl make-up. Sport a pair of mojri heels to extend the Arabic charm.
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD
To stay warm and cosy this winter, pull those deep mysterious scarlet poncho shawls, capelets and hoods for an eternal fairytale dream date. You can choose from statement fire-engine red to deep burnt maroon. Pick your outer coat in silk, suede or velvet material and wear a beautiful white lace dress beneath to complete the mood. A basket-shaped woven clutch and some patent Mary Jane shoes finish this look.
BELLE FROM BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Wear a bright yellow shade in a modern silhouette. Let the bright canary colour be the focal point and work on sculpted details in terms of construction and form.
Work the fairytale brunette hairdo of a loose bun and open locks. Dark berry maroon lips will punctuate the look. Complete the look with rose motif jewels in sparkling rubies or con trasting emeralds.
THE LITTLE MERMAID
Unleash your inner sea siren and dress as a mystical aquatic diva in anything with a fish-scale texture. Go for overlapping sequined dresses or mermaid-cut gowns. Safest option would be sporting a gleaming sequined gown in sea shades of laguna green, sea foam, mint, or go intense in waterinspired shades like midnight blue.For literal translation, opt for designs with coral embellishments or seahorse and starfish motifs.For an edgier avatar, try wearing a deconstructed silhouette and team it with fishnet stockings.
CHARMING CINDERELLA
Update the classic Cinderella dream-like ball gown and add a dash of glamorous tonal bling. Opt for anything ice blue and azure with pristine crystal work. "Keep the shoulders bare and pull back your hair in a timeless chignon.Subtle, dewy make-up goes best with this look," says designer Aniket Satam.Don't forget the `hero' Don't forget the `her of the look - iconic glass slippers.Invest in a pair of crystal-studded sandals or glitter-dripping silver pumps for that magical effect.
RESOLUTE RAPUNZEL
Think jewel tones of amethyst, deep wine, radiant orchid, and create your own colour story of dark romance. If light-heart ed deep lilac, mauve and lavender are your colours, think of dreamy, layered sil houettes in diaphanous silk organza, embroi dered lace or shad ed tulle. Best sported with elaborate hair do and innova tive hairstyles.
Dainty, deli cate solitaires in floral motifs are perfect for this look.
A FOR OUR PRINCE CHARMING
The modern-day prince need not necessarily be clean-shaven with manicured nails. Men in lumberjack beard too can carry imperial fashion with elan.
A classic three-piece suit for a formal dinner at an elite dining place sounds apt with a sleek choice of narrow ties and statement cuff links.
Invest in bold navy bandhgala for the authoritarian impact.
Shoes make the man, thus invest in an elegant pair of high-quality leather dance shoes or classic patent Oxford tie ups.
Bow ties are cute. Start building a signature collection of modern bow ties in varied designs, styles and material.
Old school details like suspenders, argyle socks, square pockets and pocket watches add to the princely look.
Stick to the palette of grey, black, navy for maximum impact and add a dash of colour in the form of details and inner seam.
Nothing spells grandeur more than a luxury car (just like the prince's chariot) to make the trip an elegant affair. Consider hiring one!
Smell good. Pick a milder yet mysterious fragrance over your regular sporty one. Intense musk and complex organic perfumes have a lingering impact.
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