New England has been wonderful these days, weather-wise. I love how the sultry summer beautifully transitions into fall, with its vibrant leaves, rich flavors, cozy boots, and layers. Lots on my mind, as India celebrates a glorious festive season thousands of miles away, and I feel the festive vibes here. Buying balloons with my Dad, the jingling of colorful bangles in the stores, and how our small town decked up are now distant memories. Celebrating festivities in India has its own charm, whether it's the food, the hustle and bustle, or the natural transitions.
Nevertheless, I love to dress up for Indian festivities. As you may know, I have a fondness for old and classic pieces. There is so much potential to dress them up in many ways, and it never fades with time. I am always attracted to pieces that have a vintage appeal. I love this old pair of back Mekhela chadar. Even though black is usually not considered a quintessential festive color, there's no harm in wearing black on festive days; it's a flattering color for every body type and skin tone. Easy to dress up, too. I added a vintage, long, gold necklace, which is typically included in any Indian bridal trousseau, and is very common. If you don't have a gold necklace, any other type of necklace will work. I can't think of anything but red for my lips, my eyes are almost makeup-free except for a few strokes of mascara, and I added red roses for a pop of color. I tied a low bun and let my curtain bang highlight. You can add a red or black bindi, but I decided not to give this classic look a contemporary touch. Hope you like this look. Enjoy the fall and festive seasons!
How lovely 😍 The gold necklace reminds me of the gold leaves that are falling this time of year.
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