#StatementFurniture with Asian Paints Woodtech Studio

Home is where the heart is! It's that one place in the whole wide world which is your own space shared with the people you love or in a lot cases just you living alone, characterized by your own personal touches and memories thus making it home. Since I live in a rented house, I don't spend a lot in getting interiors done, but I spend on key pieces that will fit into any house that I move into, as they are a part of a larger setup that fit in together. Some of these key pieces like my furniture have now become over 5 years old and are in need of a revamp, as I have new ideas to redecorate my place with maximum spends being budgeted to revamp these pieces. This involves checking out decor stores across the city but the process has been super slow because work keeps me super busy. So event invites to decor stores are a total boon right now. I've been to Hill road in Bandra multiple times for street shopping and I've passed the Asian Paints Colour Store as many number of times, but I've to confess that I'd never gone inside until last week when I was invited for the blogger meet to experience the Asian Paints Woodtech Studio.

Celebrations at Shazé!

Christmas is here and it's time to bring out some holiday cheer! Time to toast to the year gone by and to the good times ahead! Also time to toast to my dear Aanam's blog What When Wear turning 3 in style with Shazé's latest launches!

Shazé is a premium lifestyle brand with gift options ranging from fashion jewellery designed in Italy which it launched recently, scarves in soft Yak wool, sunglasses, watches to home décor that also includes adorably cute baby stuff (you know why baby stuff is so dear to me these days!). My favourites are all laid out below for you to check out and desire!

Well well well, what did I tell you? Gorgeous aren't they? But I ain't done yet :-) The best part that I loved is yet to come.

Shazé's latest jewellery campaign which has just been launched - The ‘Un Occasion’ Campaign, is all about dispelling the thought process that only occasions such as Diwali, Christmas, birthdays or anniversary’s call for buying gifts. Infact Shazé’s jewellery range is fit for any occasion and every mood, anytime time of the year, just how I like it. I dress up everyday without waiting for a special day or raison d'être cause I believe in making every day an ocassion! Do you still need any other reason to get going and gift yourself a pretty piece my dearies? ;-)

Shazé is available in Mumbai at their store on Hughes Road, and pan India through stand alone stores, shop in shops and on their online store.

What When Wear, all the best for lots more years and loads of success!

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The Bombay Store - Launching new endeavours since 1906

As you enter The Bombay Store's flagship store at Mumbai, the nearly 107 year old iconic history catapults you back into time which would be the early 1900s. While India was still under the British rule, one of the strongest manifestations of mass awakening was, the desire to patronize all that was 'Swadeshi' (Made in India). Great Indian patriots and businessmen like Lokmanya Tilak, Sir Ratanji Jamshedji Tata amongst others conceived Bombay Swadeshi Co-Op Stores Co. Ltd, which came into existence on 17th December 1906. It was the first retail organization in India to be listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. The success of the endeavour which the existence of the chain of stores affirms, fills you with a feeling of pride and faith that Swadeshi will always be way above everything else. However, with globalisation, as the store now caters to an audience with a contemporary mindset, the brand was rechristened in December 1995 to The Bombay Store.

The Bombay Store's look from the 1930s

Don't you love vintage snaps like I do? :)

What I had gone to check out was their new initiative called 'Launchpad' which was started by them in April where they help young brands and designers who have potential to grow, by showcasing their collection at their Fort, Mumbai store for a span of 10-15 days each. This is the first ever initiative done by a retail chain to support upcoming brands.

The 2 brands that I checked out were 'All Things Sofeez'  which had a lovely range of fashion acessories and 'Inspirasia' which comprised of fashion accessories and quirky home decor.

Other than Launchpad, I also checked out the collection in the rest of the store and was pleasantly surprised with the new arrivals. I'm crushing on the quirky and colourful cutting chai glasses and teapots which were hand painted, the community chai glasses, the earthenware mugs, the quirky laptop bags, the Bombay influenced umbrellas, the cute animal print ties and the vintage style furniture.

The hand painted quirky and colourful cutting chai glasses and teapots

Loved the concept!

Bombay influenced umbrellas

Hand painted earthen ware

The community chai glasses - Super cute!

The Bar Table

The organisation's focus on the theme of “DISCOVER A NEW INDIA” through their innovative  range of  products reflective of a blend of contemporary and traditional Indian culture, is working very well. All the best to them!

I totally loved what The Bombay Store had to offer and when I do up a new house, I know exactly where I need to head to right away.

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Father's Day celebrations with Nautica

While I have found my Prince Charming, my dad will always be my King! And like my love for clothes and accessories is unending, my handsome dad loves to dress well too. All in the genes you see :)

This year Father's day is on 16th June, and since my dad is whisking off all of us then on a trip as it is his birthday weekend too (twice the fun :D), I decided to go shop for his Father's day gift this weekend itself. Nautica was my first and only choice coz it totally fits the bill of clothing for men on the go, and my dad is ALWAYS on the go!

I visited the Kurla store at Phoenix Marketcity which is located on the Upper Ground level. Not a very big store, but right enough not to confuse me and easy to navigate. The staff at the store were very friendly and helpful and showed me every piece I wanted to, including putting them on the hangers for me to get a proper idea of the fall and fit. I would give a 10/10 for customer service. The essence of Nautica comes out in its entire collection - a love for the ocean that reflects in all the clothes and accessories as well as in the store merchandising. Elements of a ship like a steering wheel, telescope and rope tie-backs enfold you into the Nautica lifestyle. The collection is huge and practically consists of everything that a man would wear or use – Polo T-shirts, v-neck and round-neck tshirts, shirts, shorts, pants, khakis, denims, chambray, footwear, belts, bags and wallets. The reason why I said it was my choice, is because you get everything under one roof. Whites, blues, yellows, greens, reds are colours that dominate the collection. Who said Dad's need to wear sober stuff? I'm gonna pick up something nice and trendy for mine for Father's Day. Let's have a peek for you to see what I saw and liked :)

Clever merchandising!

Here are some of my picks for the occasion!

Mumbai currently has two stand alone stores at Phoenix Marketcity Kurla and Infinity Malad and shop in shops at the various Shoppers Stop outlets. Head to any of the Nautica stores and let me know your experience!

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OASAP - A blend of fashion and charity

Online shopping has taken over my life is such a big way I can't tell you! Gone are the days when I used to be vary of it and couldn't buy things until I tried them on or checked them out in person. Shopping online over the past few years has now made me soo open to it that I don't think twice buying something that I like off the internet. Since it allows me to be in tandem with the trends without having to take time out from my busy career and home to go to the stores, it's a must try recommendation to everyone who are suffering from the symptoms that I expressed above ;)

One of the online retailers that joined my list in the recent past is OASAP - a global online store dedicated to high-street fashion offering the latest designs in women’s apparel, bags, shoes, jewellery and accessories. They offer Free shipping with a 'No Minimum Buy' condition which pretty much is what makes me really happy when I order online.

I've ordered twice from them wherein the first time I ordered a necklace, and the second time I ordered a dress which is on its way :)

1. Beads Embellished Bound Waist Pleated Dress - $26.40

2.  Exquisite Elegant Necklace with Embroidered Design - $13

 I also have a wish list lined up for my next few buys :) Can't wait to order those too!

The other thing that I loved about them was OASAP Donation - OASAP Ltd's charity project. Here funds are accumulated in two ways:

1. OASAP draws off 1% from each paid order into fund pool, while you need not execute any extra payment

2. You can pay extra 0.5（it may be $0.5,€0.5 or ￡0.5 according to the currency of your payment） when you checkout from OASAP order, this additional payment is also put into the fund pool.

The focus is on two aspects of public welfare assistance - refugees and children in difficult situations. It is mainly used to solve the difficult lives of the refugees and children facing problems of hunger and those that are out-of-school.

The quality of the necklace was nice and although delivery to India takes a while, its was worth the wait :) I will be putting up outfit posts with my buys soon! Hopefully the dress will reach me soon too!

So, the verdict is that OASAP.com is recommended by me for sure to all online shoppers! :)

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ENCANTO- FIND THE GLAMOUR IN YOU!!

ENCANTO is a fashion store for women which is all about vibrant colours and beautiful designs par excellence. It is a mix of innovative styles with quality un-comparable. They offer a collection of the trendiest party wear, casual wear and dresses.

And to complete the entire look, they have their stunning accessories like necklaces, bracelets, belts, clutches, bags which complement the collection.... 

The brainchild of proprietor Meesha Bakhru, a gal pal of mine, this fashionable and chic boutique in Vashi, Navi Mumbai(India) is what the girls here can call their dream world for style and sophistication. Clothing at Encanto is a mix of outsourced pieces from Hong Kong, Paris as well as the collection of inhouse designers.

They keep changing their complete collection every few weeks so that there is a freshness that is maintained. Since they dont engage in mass production, they have really unique pieces. Casual wear is priced at INR 700 onwards and party wear at INR 1300 onwards.

So come here to add to your glam quotient and I'm sure to see happy and smiling faces walking out!! :)

Drop in at: Encanto, Manek Complex, Plot no 16/17/18, Store-12, Sector-29, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, 400705

Tring Tring : +91 22 27889920