What I Wore: Indo-Fusion

Indo-Fusion, Pink Chai Living
With Diwali behind us, it’s time to start thinking about holiday parties and get-togethers. When it comes to formal or “dress up” where, I’m always looking for pieces that can work for both Indian and Western events, and this top/dress hits the mark perfectly. 

I spotted this beauty crumpled up in random bin on the floor at a hole in the wall shop in my local Indian market. I was there searching for a new kurta for Armaan, and did not expect them to have anything trendy. Lesson learned; never judge a desi store by it’s crowded look, incense smell, or kitschy decor. Indo-Fusion, Pink Chai
Indo-Fusion, Pink Chai Living

It’s easy to get caught in the trap of shopping at designer or well known stores, but there is also a bit of a thrill at finding a deal at a lesser known store. When I first saw this piece the bottom half was badly wrinkled, and it was hard to make out what it actually was – kurta, dress, top? Whatever it was, I felt like it had potential, and the shop owner was so excited someone wanted to buy it that he gave me a smoking deal!

Once I got all the wrinkles steamed out, the beauty of my new find was evident. Here I’ve paired it with some pleather look leggings and heels for a very cocktail party look, but I have a few more ideas for it. I’m thinking gold pyjami and dupatta for a desi partywear look? I’m also playing with the idea of doing a black lehenga to pair with this top and other kurtis. Side note, I’m not sure how I feel about all this black sneaking into my wardrobe lately. This piece is the fourth item I’ve bought with black in it this year!pink chai living

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Every year I think I should try to support more small businesses, and break out of the rut of shopping at all the same places, but life happens, and it’s never a priority. Seeing the pictures of this piece makes me think it’s time to work on developing some new shopping habits. Not only do I love how this piece looks, I love the story behind it – the thrill of the find!

Images by: Aziz Dhamani

 

 

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3 Comments

  1. November 18, 2015 / 8:10 am

    I LOVE it!

    I will definitely have to start going through the sales bin!

    You look great, btw!

  2. RRNisha
    July 16, 2016 / 5:44 am

    Looks unique. Awe inspiring

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