Besides being a makeup hoarder, I am also a sucker for stunning art pieces, luxury home decor and anything aesthetically pleasing for my home. I think I got this proneness from my mother. She is one classy of a lady! She has this penchant for decorating the home with atypical pieces she picks up from fairs or exhibitions. With that said, I want to move straight to my experience with Etasaa, a luxury home and lifestyle brand.
About Etasaa
Etasaa is a home decor and lifestyle brand that has an expertise in creating eye-catching luxury home décor and lifestyle items inspired by various forms of art, nature and design from all over the world, to add an extraordinary element to your otherwise mundane household.
They specialise in different categories of home and lifestyle products such as Home Furnishing, Kitchen & Dining, Rugs & Carpets, Home Decorative, Bed & Bath Decor Products, Furniture, Home Styling Service, Flower Arrangement Service, Gifting etc. They are planning to launch their website soon. Until then, they are available in Gurgaon and recently opened at Khan Market but they are planning to expand to the major cities of India soon. You can find them online at www.etasaa.com
If you follow me on Facebook, you must know I did a giveaway a couple of weeks ago with Etasaa. Recently, they sent me a couple of products from their exclusive range of decorative pieces. I got two beautiful cushion covers and a stunning wooden box.
The cushion covers are white in colour and have both the sides printed, One side has a beautiful stitched design, very much similar to a Bengali ‘Kantha‘ and the opposite side has some pretty motifs and a zip closure across it.
The second item which is a wooden box has an elephant printed on it, giving it a very ethnic indie feel. I love designer boxes like this to keep my jewellery.
The things I loved from Etasaa’s collection are these-
Antique Jars
Moroccan Lanterns
Mirrors
Metal Decanter, one of their best sellers!
Have you shopped from Etasaa yet?
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Disclaimer- The products were sent by the brand in exchange for an honest review.
Hi, guys! How are you all? Today, I am going to review a very affordable face wash from Astaberry. I will be reviewing the Astaberry Neem & Aloe Face Wash. I have been trying this product for more than a week and I feel this is the time I should review it for you.’
Description- Astaberry Neem Face Wash is based on principles of Ayurveda. It deeply cleanses the skin eliminating all impurities from the face. It prevents the occurrence of pimples, acne and blemishes.Neem has antibacterial properties which kill the germs and make face clear and clean.
Core Ingredients- Neem Extract, Aloe Vera Extract, Basil Extract, Lemon juice.
Other Ingredients- Ammonium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, Cocoamidopropylebetain, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Proplyn Glycol, Atlas G 1823, Cucumber Extract, Lemon Extract, Neem Extract, Basil Extract, Aloe Vera Extract, Tea Tree Oil, Preservatives, Color, Perfume, Polyquat 10, DM water.
How to Use- Gently massage over wet face and neck with fingertips, lather and rinse, morning and evening.
Packaging- Astaberry Neem & Aloe Face Wash comes in a bright green transparent plastic tube with flip open cap. The packaging is very simple, easy to handle and travel-friendly. You need to squeeze the tube in order to dispense the product out.
My Experience with Astaberry Neem & Aloe Face Wash
I love neem-based face washes a lot. I feel they cleanse the face from within and give me a glowing healthy skin. I have been using this Astaberry Neem & Aloe Face Wash for more than a week and I feel I have noticed a few differences in my skin after I started using it. Astaberry Neem & Aloe Face Wash has the benefits of Neem, Aloe Vera, Basil and Lemon. Neem soothes irritation and prevents acne. It is rich in antioxidants. Aloe Vera is a natural moisturiser, it works to alleviate the effects of UV radiation, hydrates and softens the skin. Basil has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that purify the skin. Lemon is a natural source of Vitamin C, it clears and tones the skin.
This face wash leaves my skin clean and soft every time I use it. It makes the skin soft and supple and adds a healthy glow to it. It effectively removes sebum and impurities from the face and makes it look and feel fresh. Astaberry Neem & Aloe Face Wash is for all skin types.
I am quite happy with the results considering the price of the product. It can be termed as a good face wash within budget. I would recommend you guys to try it out.
The only thing I didn’t like is the long list of chemicals used in it.
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A simply tailored blouse goes perfectly well with the sarees that are worn on a daily basis or for any occasion. Altering the neckline of blouses and sleeve highlights the attire. The addition of the tassel, brooch, lace, piping, and button adds to its grace. Intricate works of sequins, embroidery, patches, net and other pattern accentuates even the simplest blouse. The snazzy ladies are bent towards the traditional attires and the designers are not leaving any stone unturned to tweak the outfit. A sensuous and lavish look to the saree makes sure to steal the show. The latkans with knotted dors act as a beautiful rear neckpiece.
The Show Larcenist
Backless blouse has been in fashion recently after the Bollywood divas brought it in trend.They are so versatile that it can be worn with any kind of sarees like chiffon, crepe, georgette, silk, heavy embroidered, etc. and in any occasion.Not only the cut and the pattern, but the fabric used in the blouse also plays a very vital role in the final outcome of the bodice. The texture of the fabric should be compatible with the design to make the attire comfortable as well as stylish. To highlight your attire as well as you, here are the few collections of the blouses which are backless yet gracefully backed.
Simple Backless Blouse
It’s the simplest backless blouse where the blouse is not overcrowded with embellishments but looks very classy with a simple chiffon saree.
Halter Neck Bikini Knotted Backless Blouse
The Desi girl, Priyanka Chopra has carried this pattern in a very smart way in the song. It is very easy going and perfect for any social gatherings.
Square Backless Blouse
This is a pattern where the back is completely bare, with just a strap of the fabric attached near the midriff to keep it together. This is one of the sexy blouses worn by Zarine Khan in a fashion show.
Backless Net Blouse
It is a skin show through the net. It gives a backless feel, but with complete grace.
Backless With Strings Attached
A heavy embroidered saree needs a simple backless blouse with just a string attached. This balances the richness of the attire.
Two Strapped Backless Blouse
Sonam Kapoor pulled the look with the twin strap in the rear. It looks magnificent and voluptuous.
Full Sleeve Bowed Backless Blouse
Full sleeve never misses a chance to add a spin to the blouse. A backless blouse with an elegant bow with sheer or laced full sleeves is sure to catch everyone’s eye.
Z-Pattern Strings Backless Blouse
The backless blouse with strings attached in a z pattern is a perfect for any wedding occasion. The addition of embedded pearls and bead attachment adds to its glamour.
High Neck Backless Blouse
A vibrant coloured high neck blouse with the bare back and a delicate string attached to keep the bodice in place is sure to make you look apart from the crowd.
Bikini Pattern Backless Blouse
This is for the bold ladies who don’t mind to steam the ambience of the party. This pattern is only for beautifully curved ladies.
Mirror Work Backless Blouse
A simple spaghetti shouldered mirror-worked blouse with strings is perfect for festivals. It can accentuate the look of a simple saree as well as a gorgeous one.
Mangalsutra Beaded Backless Blouse
Preeti Jhangiani looked fabulous in this blouse and a simply printed chiffon saree. It has mangal sutra beads on the shoulder as well as at the back. With a tight bun, the blouse looks perfectly trendy.
Summer is bidding goodbye and Monsoon is right around the corner. At this juncture, I thought I should prepare my Monsoon Fashion Wishlist. When I peeked into my closet, I found absolutely nothing that I could call perfect for monsoons. Currently, my wardrobe is filled with summery, breezy clothes and pastel pieces. I thought I should make a change to the colour palette. Monsoon calls for vibrant, bright colours. It’s now time to bid adieu to pastels. Your monsoon wardrobe should take inspiration from the coolness and greenery around.
Monsoon calls for bright colours. It’s now time to bid adieu to pastels. Your monsoon wardrobe should take inspiration from the cool, cosy weather, the green and blue that is ruling the season right now. Monsoon fashion is all about being comfortable, wearing fabrics that resist water or that dries quickly and of course, the colours should be vibrant. In monsoon, the sun doesn’t shine brightly so wearing a pastel piece won’t serve the purpose. You must recreate the bright environment with your clothes. Even if you choose to wear soft shades, make sure your accessories are bold in colour for that spark nature is missing.
Last week, I got to know about the huge discounts TATA CLiQ is offering on all their products. I didn’t waste much time and went through their entire collection. Soon, I picked up 5 pieces that are the must-haves to gear up your Monsoon fashion game. Let me show you the items I chose-
Jumpsuits
A jumpsuit is a game changer during monsoons. It looks cute, fashionable and most importantly doesn’t get ruined if you accidentally step into a puddle. You can pair these up with a shrug or a casual shirt to layer it as you might feel cold on days when there is a heavy downpour. You can always wear flipflops with a casual jumpsuit to make it even more monsoon-appropriate.
This cute Blue Maria Jumpsuit is from New Look. It was originally priced at Rs 1799 but you get it for Rs 539 only because of the Pre End of Season sale on TATA CLiQ.
Shorts
With the goal of keeping your legs bare, another thing that you can invest on is a good pair of shorts. They can be your best friend for summers. A pair of vibrant coloured shorts goes well with many things. You can pair it with tank tops and wear a shirt over it, you can wear it with cold-shoulder tops or you can pair it with a kurta for a beachy, boho look. Accessorise your shorts with chappals or strappy sandals or if you love experimenting, you can give rubber booties a try.
These coral shorts are from Vero Moda. It was originally priced at Rs 1895 and currently at a 60% discount.
Shrugs
This is to make yourself really comfy when it’s cloudy and rains for hours. Shrugs will keep you warm if your hands tend to feel cold. Also, it keeps your hands covered on a no-shave day.
This beautiful black printed Honey & B shrug was originally priced at Rs 1299. It’s at a 30% discount right now after which the price is Rs 909.
Bold-coloured Shoes
As I said earlier, accessorising yourself with bold coloured stuff is actually going to make you stand out. The Sun God is not at his full fury so you might recreate the aura around yourself. If you are not comfortable with experimenting with your clothes, you can definitely experiment with your accessories. A bold, vibrant bag or a pair of bright coloured shoes can totally change the scenario and supersede the dullness around.
These red coloured Beach Line Red & White Boat Shoes are perfect for turn any dull monsoon day into bright, sunny day. It will add the perfect pop of colour to your outfit.
Backpacks
Backpacks are a must-haves during these sodden months. You might have to carry and umbrella with you even if you don’t need to use it. Basically, you need to keep your hands free. So, you need to carry a bag that holds all of the things you are carrying, because let’s be honest, in monsoons, you are carrying more stuff than you carry the rest of the year. Backpacks are best as they come in a variety of materials, they have enough space to carry your world and they don’t occupy your hands.
I really like this Pink coloured backpack a lot from Caprese.
As I mentioned earlier, TATA CLiQ is having huge sales on all the top brands like New Look (flat 70% off), Levis (flat 40%), Red Tape (flat 50%), Vero Moda (up to 60%), Caprese (flat 50%), Globus (Flat 70%), Crocs (up to 60%) and so on. The deals are so alluring that you don’t want to miss them. If you are planning to revamp your wardrobe and your monsoon fashion, here is your chance to do so. At this huge sales festival, you will definitely get something for you. It could be a great opportunity to gift your friends or relatives also.
This was my complete monsoon fashion wish list that I am planning to try accomplishing. I don’t like Monsoons much because of the dullness around. I am more of a bright, sunny day lover. The best way I find positivity during monsoon is by dressing myself up in bright clothes and accessories. Although, at any given point of time, I would choose light coloured, pastel coloured clothes I also think bright colours make me happy and confident from within. Which of the things you think you should get for this monsoon?
What is your idea of monsoon fashion?
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Hi, guys! Tomorrow is Father’s Day and I am pretty sure all of you have already bought gifts for your dads. For those who haven’t and still looking for the best thing to gift to your father, I have an option.
This father’s day, pamper your beloved dad with the exclusive Organic Harvest hamper. The hamper includes Organic Harvest’s Sunscreen, Anti-tan Scrub and 3-1 Face Wash. A perfect pack to gift your dad a rejuvenated skin.
The Organic Harvest’s Anti Tan Scrub gently exfoliates the skin, unclogs pores and removes the layer of tanning. It contains scrubbing beads and olive oil in a cream base that will help in repairing even the most extreme sun damage. The scrub combines the benefits of olive oil and liquid Shea butter which deeply moisturises the skin, the Pro Vitamin B5 improves skin hydration levels. It gently eliminates dead skin cells and refines the texture of the skin.
While Organic Harvest’s Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 30 contains a triple action formula and includes natural preservatives that shield the skin from harmful sun ray. Its sweat resistant formula ensures a carefree sun time, on the go. The sunscreen provides a superior physical broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection to the skin.
In the name of face wash, we often end up slathering harmful chemicals on our skin. Organic Harvest 3 in 1 Face Wash is a great choice if you are looking for a good quality, paraben-free face wash that restores the energy of the skin and gives it a healthy glow. The face wash is formulated without paraben, mineral oil and animal ingredients. It’s a 3-1 formula, which means Organic Harvest 3 in 1 Face Wash does the job of cleansing along with scrubbing and skin whitening.
So this Father’s Day surprise your father with a gift that will make him look and feel his very best.
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Hi, guys! Hope you all are doing good. Today’s post is going to be my everyday makeup bag essentials- things that I carry in my makeup bag whenever I am out of the door. Packaging your makeup bag is quite a task. You need to stop yourself from overpacking as your makeup bag should fit in your handbag that is already overstuffed with sweat block wipes, sunglass casesand umbrellas.
I have a certain policy for my everyday makeup bag. First of all, things that I would carry inside my makeup bag has to be my absolute favourites. I don’t carry experimental products in my bag. Secondly, my makeup bag must have fewer products but there should be a balance of makeup and skincare. Lastly, my makeup bag contents barely change. Maybe I replace the lipsticks depending on my mood or the compact depending on the season, but that’s it. I don’t carry a lot of products in my bag and these products are always the same.
One tip to not overpack your everyday makeup bag is to understand the difference between what you need and what you want.
If you follow me on Snapchat (sayantinee), you must have seen me unboxing the goodie bag I received at the Nykaa Beauty Bar event. This tiny bottle of toning water comes in handy when you are out in the sun. I always keep a bottle of mist with me during summers. These mists have multipurpose usage. You can use them as toner, to freshen up your face or to prevent your foundation from caking up. I’ll share more about it in another post.
I need to carry a lip balm in my everyday makeup bag and when I say ‘need’, I mean it. I cannot do without a lip balm. My lips get chapped every now and then and I cannot tolerate that feeling. When I am on the go, I like to use this lip balm in particular because I wear lipstick and a tinted lip balm is easier to use onto tinted lips. The bonus is this lip balm has SPF 20 so I am sorted for the summer!
A compact is a must in your makeup bag because duh, touch ups! During summers, we feel the need of touching up a bit too often. Our face feels sweaty, looks patchy and if you haven’t applied waterproof foundation then it might slip and slide. I never forget my compact so that I don’t experience the gross stuff. The Maybelline White Superfresh 12H Whitening+Perfecting compact is my favourite during summers is because it keeps my face oil-free for almost 4 hours and sometimes longer than that and it gives out a fresh, bright look to my skin. You can see I have hit the pan. Yay!
I generally do not carry makeup brushes with me but I have been carrying this Expert Face Brush by Real Techniques that I got long ago since I lost the puff that comes with my Maybelline compact. This brush can be used for anything! I just use it for touch ups while I am on the go.
This is my holy grail concealer at the moment. I love how it comes with a brush-tip applicator. I am in the shade medium beige which is a bit dark for my skin tone. I use to before my foundation just to correct my under eyes and it does a very good job. I carry it in case I need it. Although I might not need it, anyhoo I want to feel secure!
This kajal is LOVE! The intense jet black colour, high pigmentation and long lasting power have made it the numero uno eyeliner in my stash. I love its texture. It smoothly glides on the eyes. I have a full-fledged review on this on my blog.
This is the one lipstick that I reach for almost every day. This is in the shade Rose Bud. This is a rosy pink shade with a hint of mauve in it. The tone is a bit muted which makes it perfect for every day, especially for daytime wear. On days I am not wearing this, I am wearing ColourPop’s Calypso which is a nude shade from their Ultra Satin range. But mostly, you will find this Wet n Wild lipstick in my everyday makeup bag.
Dual Compact Mirror
I never ever forget to carry this mirror with me. Amit got me this from Siliguri. I love it because it’s handy, takes little space, has a magnified mirror on one side and it’s always good to carry a mirror in your purse.
What do you carry in your everyday makeup bag?
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Hi, guys! I am back with another post for you. Today’s post will be a review on the VLCC Neem Face Wash with Chamomile and Tea Tree. Now, if you know me you must know that anything that has natural ingredients in it turns me on. The same happened with this face wash. I love face washes that have neem in them. I have used tonnes of them. So, when I got to know about this face wash, I knew I had to get it. I have been using it for a couple of days now and I think I am ready to share my experience with you. So, let’s start-
Description- Neem face wash, deeply cleanses the face gently and effectively and controls sebum secretion without excessively drying the skin. Contains pure neem extract which effectively treats acne, pimples and prevents their recurrence, while chamomile and tea tree have strong antioxidant properties which help in rejuvenating the skin making it feel sparkling fresh and energised.
VLCC Neem Face Wash Claims
Deeply cleanses the face gently and effectively.
Rejuvenating the skin, making it feel sparkling fresh.
How to Use – Take a pea-size amount, rub it between your palms, lather it up and apply to your face and neck.For best results, use twice daily.
Packaging- The packaging of the VLCC Neem Face Wash is quite simple. It comes in a regular plastic tube with a flip cap. The tube is transparent so you can keep a track of your product usage. You need to squeeze the tube in order to get the product out. One thing that I like is I could have a control on the dispense of the product. It only lets a small amount of product out at a time. That means, no wastage!
Formula- The formula of the VLCC Neem Face Wash VLCC Neem Face Wash is gel-like. It is quite concentrated, so pea-size amount is more than enough for your entire face and neck. This product is green in colour with resembles it’s association with neem. It has a unique soap-free formulation that prevents acne and pimple and also the recurrence of them which is very common in extremely oily skin.
My Experience with VLCC Neem Face Wash
As I mentioned earlier, I have been using it for the past couple of days twice a day and I have seen my skin improving after washing my face with it. I know it is too fast to review a product within two days of time but I could do it as I don’t have any acne on my skin right now. At the moment, my major concern is oiliness which VLCC Neem Face Wash has been handling quite effectively.
Talking about the benefit of this face wash, we need to know the benefits of its key ingredients that is Neem, Tea Tree and Chamomile-
Neem, the most effective, easily available ingredient that has been used by every woman in India since time immemorial. Neem has antibacterial properties which help cure acne, reduce acne spots and scars and prevent breakouts. Also, it works on skin rashes and blackheads. I remember my mum used to soak neem leafs in a bucket full of water during summers and we used to bath with that water. It helped in diminishing rashes and prickly heat.
Chamomile is known as an anti-ageing agent for your skin. It also works wonders on skin irritation.
Tea tree, another great ingredient for your skin. A correct amount of tea-tree helps you get rid of acne or lighten acne scars. Tea tree is an anti-fungal agent that works on any infection. Its anti-oxidant property leaves the skin look and feels fresh and rejuvenated.
With my first wash, I knew that this is a good cleanser for combination skin. This product lathers up so well despite being a soap-free face wash. It takes out all the dirt and grime and excess sebum from your skin leaving your pores to breathe. It keeps oiliness at bay for a long time, for about 4-5 hours which is a boon for ladies with oily skin. As I do not have much acne on my skin, I cannot comment on the pimple prevention point. But, after using it twice daily for two days, it has reduced that one pimple I have on my forehead which I am very happy for. It leaves my skin soft, supple and oil-free after every wash. Also, the skin feels fresh and looks glowy. Seeing that, it can be called the best face wash for women.
It smells so fresh, quite like neem. VLCC Neem Face Wash is nature in a tube.
Have you used VLCC Neem Face Wash yet?
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Disclaimer: Sample sent by the brand in exchange for an honest review.
Hi, guys! Today I am here with another fashion post. This post is all about the current fashion trends that are ruling the world. We have witnessed a bunch of new trends emerging since 2016 till now. Where many of the old fashion that was like a craze gone for good, many new things are still coming. In one world, the world of fashion is getting through a revolution every day and we are quite liking it.
In this post, I am going to share some of my favourite trends of this year that I found on Yoins.com. Yoins is an e-commerce website that sells trendy new clothes and accessories for women. They have the latest collection of tops, bottoms, dresses, shoes and bags within a pocket-friendly price range.
1. Embroidery
Embroidery designs and embroidered patch works are ruling the market right now. This is one of the most evident of all the current fashion trends. From dresses to tops to jeans, embroidery is everywhere. Here I am sharing a few of my favourite embroidered pieces from Yoins.
Embroidered Dress- How pretty is this dress! This should be appropriate for romantic dinners or date nights. This piece is so edgy and classy in my opinion.
Embroidered Jacket- An embroidered jacket can be your staple during fall and winter this year. These jackets are very quirky, fun and can be worn with your casual everyday wear. Embroidered denim jackets and bomber jackets are available on Yoins at a very reasonable price.
Embroidered Accessories- Now this is something that I had never seen anywhere. Yoins has a range of embroidered chokers and bracelets which I found very cool. They can be paired with anything from printed clothes to colour block ones.
2. Choker-Style Tops
Now, this is another of the trends I was talking about. Choker style tops and dresses are everywhere! This type of tops comes with a neck that is actually a choker and that is made out of the same fabric the top is made of. Seeing the picture, you might have very well understood it.
3. Lace-up Front
I first saw this on one of That Boho Girl’s videos and liked it so much. This types of tops have a deep v-neck with laces which looks so cool. This is basically a basic casual t-shirt with a unique statement design. You can wear it during summers on in winters with an over-sized jacket.
4. Velvet Dress
This trend is doing rounds since Autumn, 2016 and I have been eyeing for my first one since then. From Kendall Jenner to Victoria Beckham, this trend has enamoured a bunch of celebrities. Velvet dresses were one hell of a trend and it continues to be so. This blush coloured shift dress is my favourite from Yoins.
5. Bell Sleeves
Another of the current fashion trends is bell sleeves. This is another of those trends that came back and I am so glad for it. Bell sleeves not only looks cute but also it allows air in the sleeves to keep it cool. Unlike other full-sleeved clothes, bell sleeves are more comfortable to wear during summer and it also protects your skin from the sun.
6. Transparent Heels
I cannot tell you how much I love this trend. From east to west, this trend is rocking everywhere. Be it celebs or fashion bloggers, everyone seems to be loving this trend. Transparent heels are obviously a fashion statement, but along that it adds height without being so obvious. The heels are transparent so it fakes height. That’s smart, ain’t it?
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Hi, guys! Hope you all are doing great. Today’s post will be about fashion, summer fashion to be specific. Summer is inevitable and unavoidable, but we cannot skip to be stylish and show off our fashion skills for that, can we? Let me speak for you, the answer is no. So, what do we do? Styling during summer should be clever and error-free. Some might say that layering is not for Indian summers but let me tell you that it is possible, only if you do it the right way i.e. the clever and error-free way. This post is going to be all about the different type of shrugs and how you can style them.
If you have a good eye for emerging trends then you will definitely know that there are different types of shrugs that have been introduced in the last few years. There are boleros, kimonos, capes etc. In this post, we will be discussing the various ways you can style the different types of shrugs.
Shrugs are the best ways to style your basic, casual outfits to make them more fun and less boring. Suppose you wear a basic, printed dress to work every day. Now, wear a bolero shrug over it and see how the whole look changes in front of you. These are the little somethings that add spark to you otherwise mundane outfits. Like any other accessories, shrugs are also used for enhancing your look and for other things that we will be discussing later.
Kimonos:
You cannot plan your beach vacation without packing a cute floral kimono in your bag. Kimonos are very lightweight and airy. They do not have any closure so they can be worn with any outfit and you won’t feel the heat or any kind of suffocation. You can even wear a kimono to shopping because they can be thrown on easily and are light and breezy. There are so many types of kimonos available in the market made with different materials like cotton. crochet, lace, chiffon etc.
Kimonos will make your beach vacations stylish, fashionable and your hands will be safe from the sun.
Cotton/Linen Shirts:
Another clever way to wear a shrug is by throwing a cotton or linen shirt over your outfit for an effortless styling. Cotton and linen are the most breathable of materials. The unbuttoned shirt will be comfy, breezy and easy to wear. The sleeves can be folded if you like but I’d suggest keeping your sleeves unfolded as it will prevent your skin from getting tanned.
Capes:
Another new trend that has hit the Indian market is cape-style shrugs. They are the prettiest and the classiest. These are mostly sleeveless, giving some space to your arms to breathe. The fabric is lightweight which allows it to drape beautifully. Generally, a Cape does not have any closure but sometimes it can be tied around the neck.
So, these were the various types of shrug that can help you stylise your outfits during summer. I love kimonos a for they are the cutest and most flirt of them all. Plus, these are super comfy and lightweight. These can be found in all the best clothing websites India has. The question of the day is-
Do you love layering in summers?
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I’ve been flooded with messages and queries regarding my recent ColourPop order when I shared a haul on my Instagram. Although I have replied to some of the comments about the customs, I had to explain more in one post. The service that helped me get my ColourPop order shipped to India is a website called My Mall Box. In this post, I will share my experience with My Mall Box.
My Mall Box is a package/parcel/mail forwarding service. They provide their customers with a US address (a suite in our warehouse), which allows them to shop at online retailers who require a United States shipping address.
How Does My Mall Box work?
Once you sign up with My Mall Box, they will give you your own Amercian address along with a unique suit number. There are two options to choose from. One that allows you to self-shop the products directly from the merchant website using your My Mall Box address. Another option is to go for ‘Buy for Me’ option. In this option, you fill in a form writing what you want to get, product name, category, URL of the product and My Mall Box buys it for you. It’s super easy to use My Mall Box as it’s absolutely hassle-free.
After your products are shipped and received at the warehouse you are notified at once. You can see your order waiting for you in the dashboard of your account. Now, you have to Consolidate or Repack your package depending on your order. The next point is about Consolidation.
It’s super easy to use My Mall Box as it’s absolutely hassle-free.
Sign-up and get $5 credit in your account >>
What is Consolidation?
If you have bought several items from different websites, you will need to consolidate your packages in order to reduce shipping cost. Consolidating your packages means they will combine all the products into one package. The benefit of consolidation is there will be no risk of any of the packages getting lost in transit. Secondly, it will reduce shipping cost and lastly, it’s free!
Prohibited Items
If you are a regular online shopper then you must know some items are prohibited for shipping depending on a list of prohibited imported items of a particular country. You must know it before ordering anything.
Shipping Rate
My Mall Box determines shipping charges based on the package dimension and weight. They have an online calculator through which you can calculate how much you need to pay for a certain package. For my order, I paid $31.65 for shipping via DHL.
Other Charges
One thing I loved about My Mall Box is that they do not have any hidden charges.
The shipping charges are based on what and how many products you order.
You get a free storage for 90 days which is awesome and after the period of 90 days, you will be charged $1 per day. Speaking of the storage period, I would like to mention that after 120 days of your order reaching My Mall Box warehouse, the contents are liquidated. The storage limit applies to consolidated packages as well. The 90-day and 120-day cycles do not reset after repackaging your products.
For all return package, they charge $10.
$4.50 handling fee and a 3% transaction fee per Buy for Me order.
$2.00 per package for Splitting your packages.
$1.00 per photo for photo requests.
Things to Keep in Mind
In spite of everything, there are certain things that you need to keep in mind, like-
Some websites like Sephora do not ship to package forwarding companies. I don’t know if the ‘Buy for Me’ options works in this case. I had read many reviews and many people have mentioned about this issue with Sephora. I even know of an incident where someone’s order had been cancelled. So, keep it in mind.
Some websites like Amazon.com only accept US phone numbers. My Mall Box provides a US number in this case.
Consolidating your order means you will not get the original box the products came in. So, if you are wishing to possess the famous Kylie Cosmetics box or the Quirky Colourpop box, consolidation is not for you.
Did I Pay Customs?
Yes, I did. I had to pay Rs 805/- for an order value of $24.99. Total amount that for the entire order was-
My Mall Box generates addresses in Delaware which is a tax-free state. So, you have to pay 0% sales tax for your orders.
Their Concierge fee is $3 which is very nominal compared to other such websites.
My Mall Box has low shipping charges compared to other equivalent companies. I had to pay $31.65 for my order.
Their service is extremely swift and they notify you at every step.
I had consolidated my package and they repacked it very well that my highlighter came intact. I though it’ll be damaged in transit but luckily it didn’t.
DHL and USPS are their shipping partners. These companies are completely reliable.
They give you a $5 sign-up credit.
Overall, I am really satisfied with My Mall Box’s service. The entire staff including the customer care is very friendly and helpful.
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Disclaimer: I was provided with a credit by the company to try out their services and write an honest review.
