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Welcoming spring with an Indian touch – OOTD

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Yaayyy spring is around the corner, incase you all didn’t notice! 🌸 With this announcement, my job as a weather lady is complete so let’s get started with the new post. Do you guys ever get a weird feeling in the stomach when trying an outfit or a combination that is out of your comfort zone? Do I hear a yes? Ok let’s assume it is a yes! Well this look gave me the same butterflies-in-my-stomach kinda feeling. Not because it is absolutely earth shattering or breaking set-in-stone fashion rules but simply because this is a combination I have never tried before and always wanted to.

I am a big fan of Indian jewelry but the only time they see the light of the day is during Indian festivals. With spring almost peeping at us from the door, a nice casual/light look is so needed to get over the layers and layers and layers and layers (ok you get my point..) of clothing! There is a different kind of satisfaction in combining things you love which for me is adding lemon 🍋 to everything I eat and adding jhumkas ( traditional Indian earrings) to a super casual look, a first for me!

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It’s not all work and no play while shooting as you can see below-

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Or maybe it is all work and no play! Check out the super short video to see the reality. For my non-Indian friends, I am saying “take one more shot!!” with an exasperated expression because I was so cold after trying to get the perfect shot of water splashing atleast a hundred times! 😂

 

Peeps, did we learn something new from this post? Ok maybe that I get cranky when my shot is messed up .. On a serious note, go ahead and do something you have always wanted to, whether it is trying an outfit or a new hobby. Let your unique and quirky self show because owning your kick-ass self is what life is all about  ❤️ – Love, M

“Fashion is what you buy. Style is what you do with it.”

OUTFIT DETAILS
Jacket – Target – $30
Black tee – Target – $10
Jeans – Old Navy (similar) – $35
Flats – Gift (similar)
Bag – Gift (similar)
Earrings – India (similar)

 

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  2. Hahaha that video in the end though 😀 I’m a grumpy one too if the shot is not right, so I know that feeling! Lol! This look is so lovely and those gorgeous jhumkas, I’m on my way to steal them 😁The subtle touch of indianness to this look is damn nice and you should totally experiment more often! You look lovely as always 🙂

    1. haha am so glad you enjoyed and can relate to it 😄 You are the sweetest Swati, always making me smile with your kind words <3 I sooo love jhumkas- the perfect piece of jewellery!Yes,I will most definitely get out my comfort zone more often:) Thank you once again! Have a lovely week gorgeous <3

  8. You look lovely, Monika! Those earrings are gorgeous. I absolutely love Jhumkas and I own a lot of them. Hehe! But I never thought of pairing them with a casual outfit! It’s a such a cool idea! I should try this combination sometime. Loved your post! Have a great week ahead, babe! 🙂

    1. Thanks alot Kavya! You are always so supportive and encouraging <3 Yeah, I really enjoyed putting this look together. You should definitely try it out, it will look great on you 🙂 Have a fantastic week ahead gorgeous!

  11. Love this casual and super comfy outfit. Those jhumkas are such a beautiful unique touch. You are looking so gorgeous!
    Even I feel little bit nervous when I try something new. And I think that is ok 🙂
    I can totally relate to last part of your post, taking multiple shots to get that one perfect shot. Then you start getting grumpy and still you have to smile for camera! 🙂 🙂 🙂 Things we do for blogging! he he! 🙂

    Have a beautiful day gorgeous!
    Rita | http://www.styleroundtheclock.com

    1. I am so glad you enjoyed the post, Rita! Thank you for stopping by 🙂 hahah yeah the things we do for blogging! But I guess since we love it so much, it doesn’t seem like work. Have a fabulous week ahead gorgeous <3

  17. Hahaha I am guilty of being grumpy and irritable if pictures don’t come the way I want! Should resonate with all bloggers i guess!! Love these jhumkas with the western outfit!
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  18. I love the earrings, they’re so stunning! I think it adds some personality & flair to the outfit… don’t hide them away in the back of the jewelry box anymore 🙂

  19. Hey am so happy to have somehow landed on your blog! Loved your post. I liked how those jhumkas have blended in just so well with the cool and comfortable clothing style yet giving that little extra jazz to the overall look.
    Thoroughly enjoyed reading your post, looking forward to reading more from you!
    xx
    Saabri
    http://www.phashionbug.com