Something different today- this outfit is a bit of a flea-market mélange. I wore this light, airy kaftan on our last day in Lanzarote. It has a rough, home-spun feel to it and I love its unrefined aesthetic.
I know a lot of people love minimalistic outfits, but I’m definitely not one of them – I feel incomplete if I’m not wearing something bright, embellished, or tasselled. So what do I do when faced with a bright kaftan? Not satiated with a smattering of every colour of the rainbow on said kaftan, I accessorize it with lots of necklaces and arm candy from my bohemian armory (aka jewellery stash) 🙂
I picked up the purple and orange shell necklace (a favourite) from Marrakech and the silver-coloured necklace is from a flea-market in New Delhi. This is my favourite kind of outfit because it makes me dream about exploring ethnic cultures and unknown destinations.
Kaftan and Silver Necklace- Flea-Market, New Delhi (Paharganj for all you Delhiites)
Shell Necklace- Local Souk, Marrakech
Wrist Cuffs- Ebay UK (buy them here)
Shoes- Monsoon
Bohemian Jewels
My hair was a right mess because of beach-side humidity (can’t complain!), and I have zero patience with fiddly hair tools. So I decided to just bunch it up in a scarf. Seeing as we were so close to Africa, I went for a tribal-inspired print. So this look is all about embracing (frizzy-haired) imperfection and making the best of it 🙂
Turbans for bad-hair days 🙂
Such an effortless fashionista! Whenever I see big colorful neckpieces, I think of you…don’t know too many people who can carry them off, as well. But you certainly can 🙂 🙂
Whee- thank you. I have such a soft spot for big necklaces 🙂
oh lovely outfit….loveeeeeee the cuffs….
Thanks Nadia- there will be a giveaway soon where you can win similar cuffs 🙂 Make sure you subscribe to our facebook page to enter the giveaway
saviii……love your cuffsss the most…..and the pictures are gorgeous as always(credits to vids)
Thanks a ton Shreya. Will keep this in mind when I go shopping for our giveaway, and pick a cuff or two 🙂
U look stunning! Loved the colors add your SMILE 🙂
Aww thanks Shilpa 🙂
Like i always say.. LOVE your dressing style.. best part is everything looks good on you..
Aww thank you- you’re too kind
I absolutely love this outfit, you look incredible. It’s definitely going into my inspiration folder for holiday wear ideas! x
Thank you ever so much. That means a lot, especially because I love the way you layer your jewellery 🙂
Never seen a Ph. D. in such resplendent colours and funky accessories. You rock big time. Do you teach as well?
Joy always,
Susan
Thank you Susan. Yes I do teach- I’m taking a short break from academia at the moment, but will be back at it soon (love my subject and job) 🙂
love the kaftan and the look!!
Thanks a ton 🙂 It’s probably the most comfortable ‘dress’ I own