https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:25:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-487804 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:37:35 +0000 Lisa 487804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely outfit! I really like the bright pattern peeking out from the cardigan! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-487611 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 01:49:52 +0000 Sona 487611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Claire: it came this length. 'kurtis' are shorter tunics, 'kurtas' longer.</p> <p>velvetychocolate: no vanity sizing. but sizing all depends on bust size and is not consistent. they don't really market readymade clothes to large busted women ( this always stumps me?!). My mom is s size 6US and can wear a small or medium in kurtis usually.</p> <p>Sylvie: mines is off the rack. A really good chain with fab kurtis is: Cottons ( delhi, mumbai, jaipur, few other cities?). also fab india ( more casual, cheaper) and anokhi. tailormade is another option. I had a tory burch pattern copied for $20 including fabric! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-487530 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:06:11 +0000 Sylvie 487530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sona, where do you buy yours? I (or someone in my family) will be going in February but we have no clue about where/how to shop. Do you get yours tailor made?</p> <p>I find that my broad shoulders/muscular arms won't fit into the "youth generation" clothes but swim in the "auntie generation" clothes, so I can never buy off the rack. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-487479 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:54:50 +0000 Vicki 487479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sona, I love this kurti look and was also inspired by it after reading Parisian Chic. I posted something about it under the book club. That is so kind of you to offer to pick some up for YLF'ers and I'd be interested and will pm you. I just have to figure out what "pop of color" Angie and Ines would recommend for me!</p> <p>Thank you for posting your photos. Now, I really want one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-486168 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 03:17:54 +0000 Sveta 486168@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely outfit, Sona! Isn't it great to incorporate your national clothes in a modern way? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-486154 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 02:59:45 +0000 velvetychocolate 486154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a question about kurtis - it's about sizing - do they generally run 'true to size' or is there also the vanity sizing thing going on as with a lot of the clothing here? There's an Indian shopping area in my hometown that has the most beautiful fabrics and stores.. in fact, I bought the midnight blue raw silk material there for my bridesmaid's gowns when I got married. </p> <p>Now I'm thinking....hmmm....I should ask my Mom to go there and find me a kurti. Believe me, my Mom and aunt would love an excuse to go shopping there - as they find the most beautiful fabrics in that neighbourhood. </p> <p>So, if I wear around an 8-10 in mass-market US retail clothing stores (generally), but still sometimes need a large for a sweater or close-fitting knitted dress - what size would you recommend for a kurti? Also - do you think the shorter ones or longer ones are better? I'm not all that tall, but not short either - about five feet six inches tall. </p> <p>Any advice on sizing and/or length? Thanks </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-486135 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 01:59:24 +0000 HelenInCanada 486135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the infusion of bold colours into your cardi and pants outfit, Sona. I LOVE tunics. You're wearing an element of your culture beautifully. The East Indian women I see here who are dressed up in the neighbourhood usually have the kurti (usually knee length), scarf, and matching loose pants. ALWAYS in bold, jewel-toned colours, and some bling, and looking stunning! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-486132 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 01:50:33 +0000 velvetychocolate 486132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is really pretty!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-486096 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:13:46 +0000 Jjsloane 486096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks really good and I love how you are incorporating your culture in a modern way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-486095 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:08:08 +0000 san 486095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this Sona! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485997 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 19:22:42 +0000 elpgal 485997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sona, what a great idea. In the last few years, I have hardly bought any new Indian clothes, but now you are inspiring me to take a look again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485830 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 14:22:25 +0000 Suz 485830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FABULOUS, Sona! WOW, this seems to satisfy so many of your requirements on those "blah" days....you don't have to tuck, you get to look fab in skinnies, it's contemporary, it's cheerful, it expresses your heritage, it's YOU!! </p> <p>So kind of you to offer to pick us up a kurti when you go! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485816 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 13:59:33 +0000 Janet 485816@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it! I was also struck by that suggestion. I enjoy mixing unexpected elements with classic ones. </p> <p>The colors and patterns of kurtis, saris, etc., have appealed to me ever since I was in grade school. Some day I'd love to visit India -- a few of my husband's colleagues and employees are from there, so we have invitations to visit, we just haven't taken the opportunity yet! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485789 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 08:54:40 +0000 Deborah 485789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a fab look. I love it on you. Clever blending of styles. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485661 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 02:50:23 +0000 Isabel 485661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my this is such a beautiful look !!</p> <p>I HAVE o find some on the web ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485603 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 01:45:25 +0000 Anonymous 485603@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How cool Sona! Did you shorten the kurti at all, or is this the typical length? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485544 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:56:55 +0000 Isis 485544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this look, Sona! And it is so sweet for you to offer to be our conduit to India! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485542 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:54:54 +0000 Angie 485542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Super - duper! This is a great unique look </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485536 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:46:49 +0000 modgrl 485536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun look! I love the base of it as much as the blouse. You could do this uniform with any layer top and you will look polished from head to toe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485514 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:17:30 +0000 Transcona Shannon 485514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is absolutely beautiful Sona...truly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485502 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:09:44 +0000 Queen Mum 485502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>lovely outfit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485493 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:39 +0000 JennyAnne 485493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh how pretty! It's the perfect length for that look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485488 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 23:53:39 +0000 Inge 485488@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, I loved that suggestion too, Sona. And how fantastic that you already have a great selection of kurtis. The colours are so vibrant, and the patterns striking. I love this particular one and I think you look fantastic. Modern and elegant, super stylish! I really like the style of the cardigan with this, because we get to see more of the fab kurti this way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485452 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:47:41 +0000 Makrame 485452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks great! With your curtis collection, you must have great selection of bright colors to liven up black/dark outfits! Looks like the length is just right to wear with skinny jeans and jeggings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485450 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:36:39 +0000 bj1111 485450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>love this look. so simple and chic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/parisian-chic-outfit-inspiration#post-485443 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:11:44 +0000 Sona 485443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I posted this on the PC book thread too. One of the pieces of Ines's advice really hit home with me. She suggested asking well travelled friends to bring back colorful kurtis ( tunics) from india and to wear them with cardigans and pearls. I am not necesssarily overly well travelled but definitely have a lot of kurtis given my south asian origins. Here I layered a kurti with green and pink flowers on a white background under a black shawl neck cardi, karen kane jeggings and anne Klein boots. I added pearl studs and a hand knotted pearl necklace!</p> <p>I will be visiting India in March 2012 and would be happy to bring back some kurtis for YLF'ers that are interested. about $10-20 on average. cotton, handwash only. please pm me if you are interested! </p>