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The Commandments

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Hello Gorgeous,

Let me start off by saying that I’m not trying to play God here, but since God certainly doesn’t have the time to dispense Fashion and Beauty advice, I’m at your service to provide you with  my version of the commandments. Yes! smarty pants, I am aware that there are supposed to be only 10 …but I’m onto something here so bear with me 😉

  1. Thou shalt slip on a pair of pants/jeans under thy dresses because we like to shake things up a bit.
  2. Thou shalt learn the art of layering (clothing and skin products) even if thou lives in tropical humid climate (It can be done!).
  3. Thou shalt wear perfect fitting undergarments to get her clothes to fit well and to prevent  unsightly bulges (even if you are the only one looking at them).
  4. Thou shalt most definitely wear white after Labor Day (even head to toe). We fashionistas have no rules… we MAKE the rules.  
  5. Thou shalt NOT covet thy BFF’S handbag!  Just cause! You gotta love it for the right reasons and not just because she has it… 😉
  6. Thou shalt double cleanse after using a makeup remover before going to bed… always. Squeaky clean gorgeous. Squeaky clean.
  7. Thou shalt embrace retinol because we would all love to slow down the aging process a tad bit.
  8. Thou shalt give as much love to her neck as thou does to her face. Any excess product leftover from your face? Massage it all over your neck and décolleté… don’t waste.
  9. Thou shalt not attempt at using her foundation or any makeup with her fingers as bacteria  spreads, use a beauty blender instead(and clean that little tear drop like sponge regularly). Pretty please.
  10. Thou shalt always use a setting spray after makeup before she heads out the door to prevent her makeup from moving or melting off her face.
  11. Thou shalt get herself a signature scent, its time. Mine is… LOL… NO WAY GORGEOUS (this one goes to my grave amongst many other things).
  12. Thou shall not give into every “Trend”… because..wait for it.. ..ANNA WINTOUR hates the word !!! So THAT’S THAT.
  13. Thou shalt develop her own style over time, because why would you want to dress like someone else anyway? 
  14. Thou shall not obsess over social media images (of women) that have been through at least ten editing apps(yup!). It OK to aspire to look like them as long as you know that they don’t look like their images either! Real women are….look in the mirror Gorgeous !!

As always keep the emails coming. You can reach me at MITALI@CLOSETSTYLIST.NET and follow me on Instagram.

Until next time, stay classy & fabulous.
Stylishly Yours,

The Closet Stylist.

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by theclosetstylist on October 1, 2017  •  Permalink
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Whaaa! Not Natural?

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Hello Gorgeous,

Everything I’m about to tell you is OLD NEWS!  And by that I mean more than a thousand years old. So you’re probably wondering how this is relevant to you now? From natural, to processed, to genetically engineered, we have circled back to natural. Paraben-free, Sulfate-free, cruelty-free, alcohol-free… I could go on and on and you know it! How many of you are particular about the ingredients in your products and go through the back of the packaging with a fine toothed comb..raise your hand 🙂 Me too!

I am going to use this post to talk about products that have off late become obsessions with people but have in reality been around for well…forever! Just like our beloved coconut water.

  • Sandalwood powder – This mixed with different things such as water and honey is used for a clear complexion, to tighten skin and has anti aging properties. Available at any Indian store and definitely online as well!
  • Turmeric – Called now as the wonder drug. The benefits of this spice are so many that this post could be just about that..so google it !  It’s a staple in Indian cooking, but if you’re living on salads and green juice then pop a turmeric pill or sprinkle some on your salad. Boom..Done!
  • Kohl (pencil) – You know that favorite Marc Jacobs or Make Up For Ever kohl pencil that you use religiously in your water line? It’s made in 2 min or less. The process is kinda cool but no, I won’t get into the actual process here.
  • Rose water – No product is touching my face without a few spritzes of rose water first.. Why? Its an anti-inflammatory, and a fabulous cleanser. So that is my first step and then I’ll go in with my other products.  
  • Cinnamon powder – Again, this spice is used more often than not in Indian food and has multiple benefits. From sprinkling some on your morning latte (like you have been reading on social media everyday) to really adding it to pretty much anything, this spice will promote hair growth, will cure acne..etc etc..Make sure you ask your Starbucks barista to sprinkle some on your latte!
  • Coconut oil – Have you heard my chant KOPARI lately (if you follow on Instagram)? From eating a spoonful cause of its benefits to using it in your hair. Stop and look at an Indian woman’s tresses. I remember my mother forcibly rubbing a dollop of coconut oil into my scalp while growing up while I tried to wrestle her away. I now do the same for my child 🙂 … need I say more? At some point I had promised myself that I would not torture my child with coconut oil like my mother did. There was a method to her madness though, as we know now.

 

For thousands of years, women in the South of India have been using coconut oil for maintaining great hair. And now the rest of the world has jumped on the bandwagon and can’t get enough of it.

The point I’m trying to make is that a lot of our current day beauty must-haves haven’t changed in over a thousand years!

Here are a few of brands that I have personally used and love…

 

Alright Gorgeous…now that you have learned something new/old today, don’t go and start throwing products out just because you can’t pronounce the name of the ingredients. Raid your grandmother’s /mother’s dresser first and then make some LIFE DECISIONS  😜 LOL!

As always keep the emails coming. You can reach me at MITALI@CLOSETSTYLIST.NET and follow me on Instagram.

Until next time, stay classy & fabulous.
Stylishly Yours,

The Closet Stylist.

 

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by theclosetstylist on July 10, 2017  •  Permalink
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Posted by theclosetstylist on July 10, 2017

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Look at me!

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Hello Gorgeous,

“You dazzling Diva…Yes you! You just know how to steal the show don’t you?”

Tell me you don’t like to turn heads when you make an entrance at that party! If you don’t then skip this post 😉 I don’t want you to blend in when you were clearly born to stand out.

I know we all say we dress for ourselves, but come on..we know better don’t we? Let’s be honest, we gals dress for each other and have a great time doing so (I certainly do).

So, now that we have cleared that up let’s get down to what you can do to stand out in a crowd at that party/event.

Let’s turn some heads shall we?

  1. Keep your skin dewy and fresh, luminosity is the key. So, by all means mask those pesky acne scars with concealer but try and keep your skin as glowy as you possibly can and fake the I’ve been eating my veggies and been drinking copious amounts of coconut water.
  2. Go Red. One simple swipe of red lipstick and boom, you’re the bell of the ball… 🙂 Well not quite that easy, but you get where I’m going with this. Red = confidence + get noticed.  
  3. Go head to toe monochrome. Very few people are comfortable with this look. I, on the other hand love it. And please stop with the black on black. There ARE other colors in the color wheel, I’m almost certain 😉
  4. Showing a little skin? Dab a dollop of illuminator down your legs and shoulders. It’s very sexy.  
  5. Wide legged jeans…trust me… it works..every time. So the next time we see each other in those sexy hip hugging wide legged jeans..I’ll be sure to notice you 😉
  6. Keep those tresses shiny …I hope you have your hairdresser’s number handy. Get those ends trimmed religiously and work in some oil to give it a little shine cause isn’t that the objective here? To shine? Moving on….
  7. Get adventurous with your handbag. A little print here and a little print there. NO! it most definitely does not have to be Chanel or the likes of it gorgeous…I cannot stress this enough.  Sporting the latest handbag will not get you noticed. Your bag might, but not you 😉 While it’s great to throw that brand new high end designer bag over your shoulder, it is not a prerequisite. You hate me yet?.. I say it like it is..that’s why you keep coming back for more and I’m so glad you do 🙂
  8. Smile, it’s your best accessory and it doesn’t cost you a dime!

 

I can go on and on. You know I can. But let’s stop for now and enjoy the compliments the next time you GET NOTICED! …You’re welcome gorgeous..xoxo

As always keep the emails coming. You can reach me at MITALI@CLOSETSTYLIST.NET and follow me on Instagram.

Until next time, stay classy & fabulous.

Stylishly Yours,
The Closet Stylist.

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by theclosetstylist on June 19, 2017  •  Permalink
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Posted by theclosetstylist on June 19, 2017

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It’s getting hot in here

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Hello Gorgeous,

What did I tell you about the weather? Huh? Was I right or was I right? I could seriously moonlight as a weather forecaster 😉 . But don’t lose hope… our time will come and summer will be upon us sooner than you think. So, let’s take a quick run down at my list of summer must haves and if you’re missing any of these… you know what to do, as these items will fly off shelves and then you will be in panic mode! Save yourself the grief… RUN don’t WALK!

  1. Espadrilles – So fun, so comfortable, and pairs with everything other than your cocktail attire! These are the coolest shoes for the summer. Go out and get yourself a few colors.
  2. Straw bag – I’m going to use mine everyday, not only at the beach. In fact I’m going to ditch my everyday bag all together for a while and substitute it with one of these right now bags.
  3. Block/kitten heel – Giving my super high heels a rest. My feet are already thanking me 😉 .
  4. Striped shirt/tee shirt– Stripes are everywhere and a striped shirt/tee shirt is so versatile and will save you hours in decision making. It’s a no brainer.
  5. Start wearing that watch again – Did you give your watch a break for a few years? developed an unnatural attachment to your phone? (we can discuss that later)  I know I did. They are back gorgeous. Bring ‘em out and show ‘em off.
  6. Mules and slides –  So easy and yet so stylish; and for someone like me who can never find shoes that are comfortable, these are one of my go to’s at the moment.
  7. Logo tees – They are quite the rage right now… just give in… I did.
  8. High waisted jeans and denim shorts – There really is nothing to say. Can you open up a magazine or website without seeing these babies? Not really.
  9. Sunnies – the quirkier the better (for some). For me? I still love my over-sized Jackie O style sunglasses and I always will.
  10. All things pink (literally)….. Channel your inner 9 year old.
  11. An 80s inspired bathing suit – The high waist will help you (you know how 😉 )
  12. A logo belt – If there is one thing you need to get pronto..it’s a logo belt. Do I have to tell you which one?   

Happy shopping gorgeous. Hopefully some of you are vacationing right now or in the process of planning one. After all the running around, don’t forget to pack your new acquisitions. And most importantly, keep a good bottle of Rosé handy. It IS SUMMER after all….xoxo

As always keep the emails coming. You can reach me at MITALI@CLOSETSTYLIST.NET and follow me on Instagram.

Until next time, stay classy & fabulous.
Stylishly Yours,

The Closet Stylist.

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by theclosetstylist on May 9, 2017  •  Permalink
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Front row seat

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Hello Gorgeous,

Are you one of the insanely stylish? Do you have it in ya? Well, do ya?

Jokes aside. These women have certain habits that they will not tell you about, and WHY SHOULD THEY?  But I will (cause I’m your closet stylist 😉 ). I will let you in on a few of these secret habits that help them be the uber stylish women that they are.  

  1. Plan Plan Plan…  They plan their outfits days in advance(shoes and everything).They want to look stylish all the time. That means not having to rush. Some plan outfits for the entire week, others definitely the night before.
  2. They are not afraid of COLOR. These women know the importance of color and are confident enough to carry it off. Black is not their go-to! Shocker!!
  3. They dress for themselves not for others. They are not concerned with other people’s opinions of their sense of style. You have to be a bit of an égoïste (in a good way), if you know what I mean!
  4. They know that looking good is not about the price of something or the designer, but mixing and matching high end with affordable and fabulous brands. They are masters at mixing high-end labels with their local ones, and know how to spot a good deal.
  5. They are aware of what looks good on them and will not wear what is in the latest vogue in that exact ensemble just because ! They drive the trends in magazines and get Instagram’d.
  6. They experiment with different textures and find it utterly dull and boring playing it safe. No risk… No rewards!
  7. They don’t over accessorize and know that sometimes your outfit is the only accessory you need.
  8. They always take a last look at themselves before walking out the door, just to make sure 😉
  9. They are on a first name basis with their tailor. Who’s on your speed dial?
  10. They know that all they need to do each season is buy a few key pieces and since they are masters at putting it all together and can pretty much do it with their eyes closed..their fashion game is always on point.
  11. They know the names of all the affordable labels but will never tell. I won’t either…unless…unless the sun rises in the west or you become my bff . 😉
  12. They woke up like that! No gorgeous , they most certainly didn’t! It’s the HABITS they have cultivated that make the end result look effortless, yet still oh so stunning!

So we know you’re gorgeous… but are you UBER stylish? It’s never too late, adopt these habits. Make them a part of your life style and then…well then ..You’re pretty much THERE 🙂

As always keep the emails coming. You can reach me at MITALI@CLOSETSTYLIST.NET and follow me on Instagram.

Until next time, stay classy & fabulous.
Stylishly Yours,

The Closet Stylist.

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by theclosetstylist on May 2, 2017  •  Permalink
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A New York State Of Mind

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Hello Gorgeous,

The BIG APPLE! A true NYC gal has a very distinct signature style. For anyone that has been here and has left with a style hangover…this one’s for you gorgeous! So what does she…the NYC gal, do to look so darn stylish all the darn time? What is it about her that makes her stand out in a crowd? She totally does and you know it 😉

You might not have a (212) phone number, but you can still look it gorgeous!  Here’s how:

NYC is a very walkable city, most times you will get to your destination faster on foot … not to mention that you’ll also fill your quota of 10,000 steps on your FitBit! The NYC girl has things to do and places to be, so her shoes not only have to look great but must be super comfy. Want to know what the cool sneakers are? Ask an your NYC gal pal! She knows, cause she probably has them all or has researched them to death.  

Beauty works from the inside out. Every NYC girls motto.

So, what will you find her sipping in the morning? A large green juice. What will she be wearing? The most stylish athleisure (from Lululemon to GAP). What bag will she be sporting? A roomy trendy ‘it’ tote that she will take to work and straight to drinks/dinner. Her hair will look immaculate of course, as she is the blowout queen. Her nails will be perfectly manicured. Try to find a real NYC gal with chipped nail polish, I dare you (fine, maybe on an off day)!  Her skin will look fabulous, but like she has barely any makeup on (don’t be fooled, she does). She has just mastered the art of the no make-up make-up (I woke up like this) look. She is a  pro… take my word for it.

She has her skincare routine down to a science and her dermatologist’s number on speed dial.

What staples does she have in her closet? Let’s take a peek.

  1. Her most beloved leather jacket
  2. A drawer full of super soft tees
  3. A faux-fur vest
  4. A pair of black (yes that specific) leather leggings
  5. Sunglasses in every fathomable shape
  6. Jeans in every wash and style
  7. Statement outerwear

What you will never see a real NYC gal wearing:

  1. A bandage dress
  2. A fanny pack
  3. A fleece jacket
  4. Stylish but uncomfortable shoes 

She oozes confidence and speaks her mind. See..its that easy. 😉 She is always and forever in a New York state of mind!  

Are you rolling your eyes yet? I love you too. Xoxo

As always keep the emails coming. You can reach me at MITALI@CLOSETSTYLIST.NET and follow me on Instagram.

Until next time, stay classy & fabulous.

Stylishly Yours,
The Closet Stylist.

 

 

 

 

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by theclosetstylist on April 11, 2017  •  Permalink
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