{OOTD} | Tempered Bollywood

T-shirt – Edgars | Sari Pants – Sewn (vintage fabric) | Shoes - Lalla Hirayama x Legit | Ring – Mauritius (Gift from Mom) | Midi Rings – It’s a Bling Thing | Necklace – ZARA | Earrings and Cuff – Zuri | Bag – Forever New (Old) | Nails by Midori Eco Salon

I wore this outfit for the first day I went to SA Fashion Week last month. Unfortunately Johannesburg experienced a crazy sandstorm and none of the shows went ahead so the outfit was wasted. Luckily I snapped a few photos so I can still share it with you.

The pants is really special because it’s made from a sari that my Gran gave to me. It was bought for her in India in 1974 so its 40 years old! She wore it for a wedding and I was to wear it for a wedding too but I felt a bit restricted wearing a sari and I told my Mom I wouldn’t be able to walk and I’ll fall and die (I was 16 and dramatic! Okay fine I am still dramatic…). She ingeniously suggested we get this pants made. We also got a matching top made from the sari matching top but it doesn't fit me too well now.

I really love this sari fabric. It is French chiffon and hand embellished. The colours remind me of a majestic peacock and the gold sequins are just enough to not look tacky. If you’re getting an outfit sewn and you’re looking for beaded fabric saris are a great option. They are so beautiful and come in such a variety from really bling to soft and pretty.  You get about 6 metres of fabric per sari so it almost always works out cheaper than buying beaded fabric per metre.

I chose a simple white tee to temper the look and so that I could accessorize like crazy. The outfit was calling for a lovely neckpiece so I chose these pearls from ZARA. I love that it’s quite big and dramatic but the pearls soften it and keep it from becoming too much. I added more drama with the gold cuff and ring which matches perfectly with the pants. I was struggling to find a shoe that would work with the outfit when I saw these white and gold Lalla x Legit shoes. Bright pink (Kelly Yum Yum) lips and nails finished off the look.

I hope you’re having a good month. Rainy Johannesburg is really throwing me off my OOTD game! :/

Until next time

“Satisfaction lies in the effort, not in the attainment, full effort is full victory.” – Mahatma Ghandi

Love and sparkles

Zaakira xox

{WISHLIST} | Gilt-y

This little wishlist has been waiting to be posted for so long that I’ve already gotten two of the items on it! I thought I’d share it with you anyway though because they are some lovely golden pieces on it.

DKNY DY4109 Sunglasses – (available at Sunglass Hut) Tortoise-shell, cat-eye… What more can a girl ask for in a pair of sunnies?! I have them already and I am obsessed ;)

MAC x Pedro Lourenco Lipstick in Peach Beige – (available at maccosmetics.co.za) I have this one too. The packaging is stunning and it is the perfect nude lipstick!

YSL Top Secret Natural Action Exfoliator – (available at Stuttafords) I have been using a tiny sample of this and it is AMAZING. It contains no granules yet it magically (ok, I’m sure there’s science involved) removes dead skin, purifies and brightens leaving skin feeling extremely soft. I definitely want to get a full size.

Michael Kors Glam Jasmine Perfume – (available at Stuttafords) This is the latest fragrance I am lusting after and it contains sultry notes of Egyptian Jasmine, sandalwood and sparkling citrus. I MUST add it to my collection.

Pearl and Chain Necklace – (available at ZARA) I am totally smitten with this gorgeous neckpiece from ZARA. It instantly adds class and glamour to any outfit. Wear it with your LBD, boyfriend jeans and a tee or a crisp white shirt. I love the little gold chain detail between the pearls.

What have you been lusting after this month?

Until next time

Love and (gold) sparkles

Zaakira xox