Zari and zardozi work is done mainly on silk and other heavy fabrics. It is one of the most expensive types of embroidery because not only is the fabric and the material used expensive but also the labourers follow a system of wages on hourly basis.
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, March 31, 2015
Monday, March 30, 2015
Sunday, March 29, 2015
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Style Tip
We must never ever try to change our style. Instead we must wear an individual look of your own with which people will identify us.
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Style Tip
There is plenty of sparkle this season. Let's glow in the fashionable hues of chic glamour..
Monday, March 23, 2015
Style Tip
To restore silk's lustre, add a 1/4 cup of white vinegar, then clean rinse it with cold water.
Sunday, March 22, 2015
Style Tip
Each one of us can develop a personal style by enhancing our positive features and minimising the negative ones.
Friday, March 20, 2015
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Style Tip
A white colour outfit seems to weather time and is always just a comfortable reach away in our wardrobe.
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Monday, March 16, 2015
Tip of the Day
hang drying is better than machine drying for preserving the richness of dark coloured clothes.
Sunday, March 15, 2015
Tip of the Day
Traditional clothes are not boring as they never get outdated. They are classics and look timeless.
Friday, March 13, 2015
Tip of the Day
At times we need to forget functionality. A cocktail of sparkling sequins and optical prints on silhouettes is all we need to look different.
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Tip of the Day
Always opt for one statement accessory that pulls together an entire look for your outfit.
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Style Tip
Keep your feet firmly on the ground and your look high fashion in pastels, florals or neons this season.
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Style Tip
Buy denim dresses, bucket bags and fitted skirts that will stand by you through all seasons.
Monday, March 9, 2015
Tip of the Day
An eclectic mix of understated vivid hues, soft pastels and neutral shades are taking centre stage, this season.
Sunday, March 8, 2015
Friday, March 6, 2015
Tip of the Day
If we want to improve our dress etiquette, we must groom ourselves slowly and let our personality fit into the kind of look we want ourselves to be. Soon we will become what we think us to be.
Thursday, March 5, 2015
Tip of the Day
It is better to wear jewellery of good quality rather than plenty of bling that is cheap.
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Tip of the Day
It is important when you are investing in clothes that you have them tailored. It will make the piece that much more special and it will feel great because it can fit only you.
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Monday, March 2, 2015
Tip of the Day
We must always buy quality clothes that will remain as classics rather than a few trendy pieces that will go out of style by the next season.
Sunday, March 1, 2015
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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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