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Screw you, comfort!

Every so often I spot a semi-chic, jump-suit donning, Venetta carrying damsel who’s walking as if on a mission to complete an extended game of hop-scotch. This spotting usually occurs in an uppity mall or a popular lounge – usually accompanied by the similar damsel variety. I, very recently unearthed the reason for this duck walk – uncomfortable footwear! Pencil heels, towering wedges and clumsy platforms – all work as an anti-anti-dote to the limping.
Why? I ask – why subject yourself to this kind of discomfort when you can sway your way? Mrs. Beckham may have been mortified at the idea of wearing flats when so advised by her doctor, but I’m sure her poor backbone did a silent little jig.
Tread with Caution
My always-in-fashion-style-tip – never compromise on comfort. Believe it or not, stilettos can be snug with the right shoe padding. Here’s a recommendation of which high street brands to choose and what not to.
Shoe-la-la:
Steve Madden – Thank god for FDI norms! Yes, it’s time to rejoice with glamorous heels and fashionable ballerinas as Steve Madden stores open across the country. Known for their myriad style, this is one brand that will walk the mile with you.
Charles and Keith – I totally swear by the quality of these absolutely yummy, yet super comfortable, not to mention ultra chic shoes. Not a single pair over the last 10 years has let me down. It has something to do with the workmanship and quality. And that’s not all, just in case your pair is the rotten apple, rest assured C&K will have it fixed and made good as new!
Throw in the boot:
Zara: How about concentrating or what you are good at (or think) - apparel. A classic case of all that glitters isn’t gold, their shoe designs stand out from afar, but on closer examination look staid and lackluster. Seriously, silver and blue colour blocks are so trite – go more avant-garde, Zara!

Flee the Markets!

Eclectic designs, trendy unusual patterns, delicately embellished clutches and kurtis have been suddenly dotting the horizon, leaving me nervously twitching. What is the illicit source of these much-coveted acquisitions, I wonder? Street bazaars which have been over flooded with export surpluses seemed quite plausible, but this was more than that. Until I discovered the phenomenon called the flea market in Delhi’s uppity urbane malls. The mall setting, food stalls, hassle-free browsing all ostensibly were an attractive enough package.
However, I always associated flea markets or yard sales with images of old books, clothes, electronics, exciting curios and other knick-knacks that served little or no purpose. But the city-bred fleas are different. They are fatter, more exuberant; making easy targets of the innocent and the big-walleted. There is nothing exciting about them. Banal shops with ordinary clothes. Up and coming designers thrive on them by showcasing their ‘original’ ensembles at ‘throw-away’ prices. Jewellery makers pocket huge margins whilst offering the same products at four times the cost.
The product line-up itself ranges from stationery to garden furniture, to even floral concepts, all with the commonality of being overpriced and overvalued. I once made the unforgivable mistake of offering my friend an all-you-can-buy experience at one of these malls, at a time when this oncept was new and unexplored. Little did I know that this ruthless city now belongs to the rich and the famous, often seeking pleasure by catching innocent by-standers unawares. And the result was – 2 broke, famished girls with bags full of utterly useless bizarre stuff they’ll probably never use.

i on Fashion

iAdore
Big Hair – Wear it loud, wear it proud! That’s the
mantra of the season as the hair just keeps getting progressively messier. Keep
it natural, big and bouncy and you’ve for yourself a winner. From the urban
wave by Calvin Klein to Versace’s super voluminous blow-out – it’s all about
keeping things simple. Keep ‘em tresses drippy, semi-dry with loose ends and
watch yourself transform. You could also try twisted knots and chignons, bouncy
blow-outs, slicked back wet roots with a natural unruliness at the tips,
voluminous up-dos or simply tousle your hair carelessly for that ultra-glam,
super-chic look. If you want that extra edge, don’t for a second hesitate
before wearing quirky, loud colours. Remember, the mantra is –just be!
iAbhor
Digital Imaging –Yawwwwn! Move over, Topshop, we’ve
had this trend on our kurtis for a while now. Yes, it’s bold, makes a
statement – but must the statement be “I’m right here f%#%^, turn around and
look at me!?” That apart, for the full-bodied Indian frame, loud prints just
don’t work, and end up drawing attention to all the wrong places :O

Admittedly, Moschino, Mulberry and even the more
conservative Chanel are drawn to it for the sheer creative leeway it brings,
not to mention its endless possibilities in terms of fabric, texture and
design. But aside from the runway, I wonder if walking along the promenade of
an uppity South Mumbai market would make you look as glam! Don’t get me wrong,
I love how fashion has embraced the sudden flurry of colour. But moderation my
friend, is always key.