Animal prints are wild in nature but we have seen so many stylish people wearing them over the decades, that they have become classics. (particularly leopard and zebra prints)
Tabu is a style consultant and operates from her store 'La Princesse' at Prince Plaza, Chennai. Her label is Fashion Tabu. She is an author and a fashion column writer for various magazines and newspapers.
Tabu's Fashion Den
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Monday, July 30, 2012
Tip of the Day
If you are narrow shouldered, necklines like boat necks, cap sleeves, off-shoulder styles and halters will suit. Avoid wearing long necklaces and tight outfits.
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Tip of the Day
If you are broad shouldered, you can wear necklines like V or deep scoop necks, wear fabrics that drape easily. Avoid halter necks, stiff fabrics, horizontal lines, square necks and strapless styles
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Tip of the Day
If you have a double chin, avoid wearing chokers and attention seeking necklaces or dangling earrings, all of which draw the eye to the neck.
Friday, July 27, 2012
Tip of the Day
By all means, fall in love with magazine spreads, but be self assured enough to realise when something is just not for you.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Tip of the Day
Use your ingenuity to add special little touches to your clothes with different accessories. A tiny diamond pin which serves as a broach on your sari, a special motif on your handbag and there you are showing the world that you are beautifully different.
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Tip of the Day
Always go for clothes that make you feel confident and strong, yet relaxed and comfortable and stylish.
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Tip of the Day
It takes time to personalize your wardrobe to suit your individual lifestyle needs. Once achieved, however, it is rewarding in so many ways.
Monday, July 23, 2012
Tip of the Day
If what you love is not showing up in your clothes, you are not reflecting the true you.
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Tip of the Day
There are eight basic face shapes. They are oval, round, pear, oblong, rectangular, diamond and heart. The most common face shapes are oval and round. Look yourself in the mirror and using your lipstick sketch out the outline of the shape of your face.
Friday, July 20, 2012
Tip of the Day
What we wear can set the tone for an entire party and like a photograph, live in memory long after we are gone.
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Privileged Customer For This Week - BHARATHI
Bharathi used to be my regular client but when she shifted her residence, we lost touch. But I am glad, that she remembered me and got back to designing her clothes with me. I had an additional boost when she introduced her daughter who is also my client now as I am making some clothes for her and her niece too - Kirtana and Medha.
Bharathi is seen wearing a mango yellow kurtha with a black salwar and the dupatta is designed like a chess board except there are more colours on it. The fabric used is cotton silk. In the next picture, she is seen wearing a Kora Silk dress that has block print in the shape of waves. The third picture shows a different drape for the dupatta. In the last picture, she is seen wearing a plain cotton silk set in wine color with a crepe silk dupatta that is block printed in colorful hues that can be worn with different dress styles.
Dear Bharathi,
Congratulations! La Princesse presents you with a gift coupon as a thanksgiving. For more details you can check your email.
Bharathi is seen wearing a mango yellow kurtha with a black salwar and the dupatta is designed like a chess board except there are more colours on it. The fabric used is cotton silk. In the next picture, she is seen wearing a Kora Silk dress that has block print in the shape of waves. The third picture shows a different drape for the dupatta. In the last picture, she is seen wearing a plain cotton silk set in wine color with a crepe silk dupatta that is block printed in colorful hues that can be worn with different dress styles.
Dear Bharathi,
Congratulations! La Princesse presents you with a gift coupon as a thanksgiving. For more details you can check your email.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Tip of the Day
Easing into a life of stylish simplicity requires understanding the basics and ourselves. Style, colour and occasion are all sorting devices.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Tip of the Day
Hard sided luggage prevents wrinkling and tends to protect clothes better. Soft sided luggage weighs less and is easier to carry around.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Tip of the Day
Seasonal fabrics like linen or velvet, may be well both the investment but they will not be necessarily appropriate year-round. Seasonless fabrics makes for clothes that can be worn full year round.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Tip of the Day
Do not buy in a hurry and avoid spending a lot on what's trendy. Focus on a few essentials that will always be in style.
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Tip of the Day
Do not wear a lot of accessories when you go shopping. These can slow you down or catch on the clothes you are trying on.
Friday, July 13, 2012
Fashionistas Night Out
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Fashion Show pictures
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Tip of the Day
Mix unexpected colours and textures and patterns. Mix attitude. Different jewellery or accessories can change a dress dramatically each time you put it on. The beauty of true versatility.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Tip of the Day
Nothing looks better than a neat well turned out appearance which exudes confidence and natural charm.
Monday, July 9, 2012
Tip of the Day
Colour is magic. It is neither addictive nor fattening so do not restrict yourself in experimenting with colours.
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Tip of the Day
In every fashion show, we see the resurgence of sari. The sari may not be the same what Grandma wore but with some changes here and there, it has survived.
Saturday, July 7, 2012
Fashion News
To read an article on Kids and Fashion by Fashion Tabu, check out India Today magazine, this fortnight, now available on the news stand.
Tip of the Day
Taking care of our footwear is very important. If worn for longer periods, heels can throw our body out of balance. Elevated heels should be worn judiciously otherwise it can cause back pain.
Friday, July 6, 2012
Tip of the Day
Your personal style evolves as an extension to your character. It is necessary to portray who you are rather than imitating somebody else.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Tip of the Day
It is very important to remember that your wardrobe helps dictate your professional prosperity by helping you manage your image in the workplace and by reinforcing your confidence and self esteem.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Tip of the Day
Dressing is the art of camouflage and misdirection. Learn how to make the eyes go where you want it to, choose the best styles to flatter your body type and solve the quintessential crisis of picking the right dress.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Fashion News
For latest updates on saris and the various styles in fashion by Fashion Tabu, check out 'Daily Thanthi' Sunday newspaper dated 1.7.12
Tip of the Day
While deadlines control our lives at almost every movement, we cannot turn back the clock. Watches have become our friend, philosopher and guide. Can we call this as wrist management?!!!
Monday, July 2, 2012
Tip of the Day
Use your ingenuity to add special little touches to your clothes with different accessories.
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Tip of the Day
It is said that a woman's handbag reflects the personality of its user, so it is very important to but a handbag which suits your taste as well as meets your requirements.
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Tips on Preserving Expensive Clothes
Wrap the clothes in white cotton or muslin before storing. This will help in preserving the color and the sheen on the dress.
If you do not plan to wear these clothes for a few months, do not iron it before storing. It is better to iron it just before wearing it.
It is a good idea to air the clothes, away from direct sunlight, twice a year.
Never use napthalene balls along with heavy clothes with zari work on it, as they will get tarnished.
Avoid spraying perfume directly on the zari embroidery of such clothes.
If clothes have perspiration smell, dry clean them before storing them away and remember to give them only to a trusted launderer.
If the clothes have got stained while usage, never pack them inside before getting rid of them. They may turn out to be a stubborn stain.
Fabrics should not be over exposed to sunlight.
If you do not plan to wear these clothes for a few months, do not iron it before storing. It is better to iron it just before wearing it.
It is a good idea to air the clothes, away from direct sunlight, twice a year.
Never use napthalene balls along with heavy clothes with zari work on it, as they will get tarnished.
Avoid spraying perfume directly on the zari embroidery of such clothes.
If clothes have perspiration smell, dry clean them before storing them away and remember to give them only to a trusted launderer.
If the clothes have got stained while usage, never pack them inside before getting rid of them. They may turn out to be a stubborn stain.
Fabrics should not be over exposed to sunlight.
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