Where Did Our SUNday Go?

On Sunday we took Ariyana to a birthday party and the rain stayed away just long enough for the kids to run around the yard for about an hour.  The rest of the day was gloomy and rainy and unfortunately it has been like this in Boston all week long. I really hope the sun comes back this Sunday. 

Ariyana-Crew Cuts top, Janie and Jack skirt, and Kenneth Cole shoes
Naina-Madewell blouse, MIH jeans, Tory Burch heels, bracelet-gift, Burberry wallet, and Oscar de la Renta belt 

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Where Did Our SUNday Go?

Prints Charming

On Sunday we went over to our friends house for a casual brunch and to celebrate the arrival their new baby.  Even though I feel like my to do list keeps getting longer, it was nice to ignore this list and just spend a lazy Sunday afternoon drinking champagne and catching up with good friends.  And can you believe it's already May? It was a gorgeous sunny day in Boston yesterday so I thought it would be a great excuse to get dressed up and put on my new printed spring dress.  Unfortunately, it was not warm enough to forgo the tights quite yet.

Ariyana is wearing a Gap tiny flower tank dress, Ralph Lauren cardigan and See Kai Run shoes

 Thakoon for Target dress, Burberry sunglasses, Madewell oxford slingbacks, Michael Kors watch, turquoise bracelet, and dark purple swarovski crystal bracelet

dark purple swarovski crystal bracelet

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Prints Charming

A Little Flare and A Lot Of Stripes

When I was in New York City a couple of weeks ago I did some shopping in Soho and I found a great pair of flare denim trouser pants at Scoop NYC.  I debated whether to buy a pair of flare jeans since I already have these wide leg jeans. But, once I tried them on I knew I had to have them. They are soft, comfortable and perfect tucked in with a loose blouse and skinny belt.  I like to keep the length of my flared jeans long because I wear usually wear them with platform pumps or wedge sandals. But I think I might have to take this pair to my tailor and have them shortened a bit.

Ariyana is wearing a dress and leggings from Zara. And I am not sure why but she always places her sunglasses over her hair.

J.Crew silk blouse, Cole Haan peep toe pumps, BCBG clutch, Oscar de la Renta belt
MIH jeans, Burberry sunglasses, H&M bracelet

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A Little Flare and A Lot Of Stripes

Inspired by Black Swan

This past weekend we attended the cutest Ballet birthday party for London, one of Ariyana's best friends at preschool. (London's mom Anna is also Ariyana's preschool teacher)  The party was so much fun and I loved all the sweet and simple decorations Anna made.  And I guess I must be inspired by Black Swan because it completely slipped my mind to dress Ariyana in a cute pink dress and instead I picked out a black leopard print outfit. Oops! Well at least the ballet instructor was wearing black too.

The red velvet cake was delicious and the kids enjoyed their mini cupcakes too

Ariyana gave London a beaded necklace from Stella and Dot for her birthday. And for some reason Ariyana would not let go of the Nutcracker in her hand.

Anna made laminated place settings and these hats for the children

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Inspired by Black Swan

Valentines Day

I hope your Valentine's Day is sweet

carefree and relaxing

and filled with lots of love, laughter, and style (of course!)

Naina-Kimchi Blue blouse, Old Navy scarf,  J Brand jean leggings, Tory Burch sandals, Banana Republic sunglasses

Ariyana-Old Navy dress, Gap jean jacket, and Kenneth Cole flats

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Valentines Day

A Bollywood Dance Party

Here are some pictures from Ariyana's Bollywood inspired dance party a couple of weeks ago.  We had the birthday party at a local dance studio on a Saturday evening and it was great fun for the kids and adults. It was so nice to have our family, Boston friends, and Ariyana's preschool friends there to celebrate with us. There was a dance instructor there to entertain and teach the kids some Zumba and Bollywood dance moves and then we opened up the dance floor for the adults and kids to dance too.   Martini, a good friend of mine and photographer with Severin Photography, did a great job capturing these special moments at the birthday party.

The invitation I made at Tiny Prints (image via style'n)

My sister, Ariyana, and me. My cousin Nina got this adorable skirt for Ariyana from her friend Prashi, a designer of a kids couture line called ShaSha Kids. I wanted a bright top to go with the skirt so I paired it up with a purple tank from Crew Cuts and a white cardigan from the Gap.  Nina also made the hairclip for Ariyana. It's from her line called Dragonfly Accessories.

The kids tables and place settings were bright and colorful

The birthday girl all ready to dance

Thanks to my good friend Nitu for taking care of the decorations for the party

I requested that guests not bring gifts but of course some like to anyway.  So I suggested that if they feel inclined to bring a gift then a book would be a great idea so we can expand Ariyana's book collection.

Ariyana and Lea hanging out before the dancing begins

Aneesh, along with the rest of our family, did so much to make this party happen. Most importantly he took care of the dance music and made sure we had plenty of beer and wine on hand for the adults.

I made gift bags for the kids and in the girls bags were bindi's and bangles
(image via style'n)

 I went for a casual look with this Stella and Dot necklace, Zara blouse, J.Crew nude belt, and J Brand gray skinny cargo's

I could not get Ariyana off the dance floor all evening!

Sweet Tooth Boston did a fantastic job making this vanilla and chocolate butter cream cake. I wanted an intricate mehndi (henna) design for the cake and was so happy with the way it turned out.

 Happy 3rd Birthday sweetie!

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A Bollywood Dance Party

Go Ahead And Indulge

Last weekend after I got my hair styled for the party,  Ariyana got to indulge and experience her first style session by CityBlow.  She was so patient and loved the entire process.

I always look forward to the weekends because I have time to enjoy some of life's little indulgences like relaxing with a hot steam after a long workout,  sipping on a glass of red wine with my favorite cheese (Comté reserve), or just catching up with my DVR'd shows over a nice hot chai latte.

What will you be indulging in this weekend?

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Go Ahead And Indulge

A Walk In The Park

I was excited when this custom illustration of Ariyana and me arrived on my doorstep this week.  It was drawn by the lovely and talented Sara Bentley of Purses, Pastries, Etc.  I am such a huge fan of Sara's illustrations and I adore her fashion-obsessed cartoon character Cassandra Carmen.  I think Sara did a fabulous job capturing my style in this drawing.  Now if only I could get my hands on this (sold out) Mulberry Neely Bag in Nude!

I have also been a bit under the weather the past two days and I hope I will feel better for all the fun weekend festivities.  I am so excited to see all our family and friends tomorrow at Ariyana's bollywood dance birthday party.  And it's also my parent's anniversary so we have so much to celebrate and be thankful for this weekend.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend too!

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A Walk In The Park

Black and Blue

Welcome back to the work week. This is going to be a busy week as we prepare to host both of our families next weekend for Ariyana's birthday celebration.  The past couple of years we had low key celebrations for Ariyana's birthday at home but this year for her 3rd birthday we are throwing a dance party with our family and friends.   Ariyana is really into Bollywood music so we thought it would be fun to have an evening dance party at a local studio where parents and kids can all just put on their dancing shoes and have some fun. 

F21 sunglasses,  Miguel Ases earrings, Banana Republic blazer, Bordeaux ruffle blouse (Anthropologie), Citizens of Humanity Avedon slick skinny jean leggings, Stuart Weitzman 50/50 over the knee boots, The Sak Pax leather crossbody handbag  

I wore this black and blue outfit Sunday to a birthday party and out shopping in Boston. I love the combination of black and navy and I thought a blue inspired outfit was perfect for the "Baby Blues" guest post I am doing over at Expecting Chic today as well. 

I am also obsessed with this new convertible handbag I got from The Sak.  After seeing the lovely one my sister has (here) I wanted one too.

 This bag can be worn folded over as a crossbody bag or over one shoulder.

 The straps can be removed and the bag doubles up as a good sized clutch.

And it can be worn as a messenger style crossbody bag.

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Black and Blue

style'n: Sunday At The Museum

Loft blouse (also worn here), Tulah Ray satchel, DVF Gunita skirt, Ann Taylor shoes and cardigan, Amrita Singh cocktail ring, bangles gifted from my aunt

Happy New Year everyone! After relaxing at home on the first day of 2011 we decided to venture out yesterday to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.  This was the perfect opportunity to get dressed up and wear my new DVF skirt I got in North Carolina.  (I scored this skirt at 50% off from Gena Chandler.) 

I was excited to finally check out the new Art of the America's Wing at the MFA.  We also enjoyed a delicious lunch at the New American Cafe and spent some time at the Avedon Fashion photography exhibit.  It was the perfect way to spend a rainy Sunday afternoon.

Ariyana insisted on bringing her kitty cat and bag to the museum.  I bet you can guess who ended up carrying it most of the time. 

Ariyana is wearing a dress I got on sale from Crew Cuts and her new Uggs my parents got her for Christmas.

How was your holiday break? Did you score some great items on sale too?

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style'n: Sunday At The Museum

Family, Fashion, and our Favorite Handbags

Happy Holidays Everyone! I have been enjoying some quality time with my family in North Carolina and as you can see we got some snow here on Christmas.

My tall and gorgeous sister: Rachna

My super stylish mom: Kiran

My lovely sister in law (and new mom!): Hetal

 

Me 

My little Ariyana

Our Favorite Handbags:

1. Rachna-The Sac silverlake flap (currently on sale for $99 and available in many colors.  I think I might be ordering one of these in oyster or black)

2. Mom-Tory Burch norah satchel

3. Hetal-Michael Kors skorpios tote  (doubles up as her diaper bag and it is engraved)

4. Naina- My mom's vintage handbag from Kenya from the early 1970's

5. Ariyana-American Girl Bitty Baby and backpack

What is your favorite handbag to carry? 

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Family, Fashion, and our Favorite Handbags