Saturday, January 15, 2011

Life in India ... so far

10th January 2011
Black Sweater - Banana Republic [09']; Blazer - UO [09'] 
Tights - TJ Maxx[09']; Boots - DP Italia [10']

It was my Dad's birthday on 10th Jan and we all went for dinner at an Oriental Restaurant. The winters in Delhi have been harsh this time around. I have had to layer up like never before. This is definitely not the time to consider trends/fashion but only to tae all possible precautions from the skin-peircing-cold-winds!

11th January 2011
Scarf - Burberry [09']
Sweater Coat - French Connection [08']
Boots - DP Italia [10']

Recently we applied for the change in Visa status at the U.S. Embassy in Delhi and I was amazed to see that each.and.every immigration officer spoke fluent Hindi. I repeat, fluent-sans-American-accent-Hindi! I was in shock for the first two minutes and eventually in a delightful bewilderment to hear them speak to all the applicants in Hindi with hand gestures and Indian mannerisms. 

13th January 2011
Turtle Neck - Gap [09']; Shoes - Tory Burch [10']
Sweater - Banana Republic [10']; Jeans - Miss Sixty [08']
Cape - Mom's [at least 15 years old!]

We saw the last week's Hindi movie release - No one Killed Jessica - and thoroughly enjoyed it. Being on holiday and without any responsibilities we were able to catch the matinee show. I was surprised to see that on a weekday afternoon the theatre was still HOUSE FULL! Don't these people have any work? Or is everyone on a vacation like us? Anyhoo, what was even more entertaining was how people sitting around us would predict the next scene a minute in advance - loudly ... and no one would mind that! Husband said, 'Yahan sab movie mil-jhul kar dekhte hain. Jaise ghar pe T.V. dekh rahe hoen.' *giggle* [Loose translation in english - Everyone watches the movie here as a group, like one watch T.V. shows at home with family.]

14th January 2011
Pashmina - Mom's ; Sweater - ASOS [10'] 
Leggings - TJ Maxx [09']; Boots - DP Italia [10']

The last two days have not been as C.O.L.D. and I am able to get out of the house in a cape or a pashmina without shivering my a** off! Let's hope this continues for rest of the month. For the record, I do not wish for hot-humid-days just warm Sunny Winters

P.S. Calling all Delhi Bloggers, Blog Readers/Supporters. If you guys wish to get together and meet up at a common place over a weekend in next 4 weeks, please email me with the date & time that might suit you and I will try and organize it (if feasible!).    

P.P.S. Excuse the poor quality of the picture. Some were taken in bad light with a point-and-shoot camera!

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53 comments:

Upasna said... Best Blogger Tips

weekend weekend please Tanvi! :) say 22nd/23rd? :)

GlamorousGirl said... Best Blogger Tips

very nice outfits! thanks for commenting!
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Lee Oliveira said... Best Blogger Tips

Love the outfits Tanvi.. Those mocassin again.. YAY..
and hello gorgeous brown boots
lee x

Fashion Bombay said... Best Blogger Tips

It's so nice to know you're having a good time in India. I wish you came to Bombay :(
PS: Loving your bags sooooooooooo much :)

Fashion, Art and other fancies said... Best Blogger Tips

Ah, it's wonderful to share time with family in India, is it not?;-)
Glad to hear you are all in good form and that you enjoyed your Papa's birthday and so forth. I adore your colourful ballerinas, too! Enjoy the weekend.xx

Inky Pinky said... Best Blogger Tips

Great outfits, as always!! I just came back after experiencing the harsh winters in Delhi and I really appreciate how well you are carrying off the looks even in such weather :)

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Sourav said... Best Blogger Tips

Being a guy, I'd rather have not much say on the fashion sense, but you look good in all the pictures for certain :)

And btw, you still in Delhi..let me know, can catch up!
Take care! :)

HiFashion said... Best Blogger Tips

Hope you're enjoying your trip! all your outfits are looking good. You're definitely layering really well.
I love those bright flats! They stand out so well.

Diana Mieczan said... Best Blogger Tips

I really love your outfits,sweetie and how lovely that you are having fun with your family:) I love family-visits:) Happy weekend, darling
Kisses

Leia said... Best Blogger Tips

Hellooo! Have been missing your posts so much. Lovely to see you, sorry to hear it's been so cold, it's freezing in Dhaka as well (which is a FIRST!)

I love your pink bag and pink scarf... ooh and that purple bag is gorgeous too!

Hope you are continuing to have an awesome time :D

Shybiker said... Best Blogger Tips

Glad you're having fun. And you look fabulous!

I love the sweater-coat: it's design is stylish. And the orange Tory Burch flats are adorable. You pick the cutest clothes!

How long is a flight from New York to Delhi? :)

Ria said... Best Blogger Tips

Love the pics and love the oranges shoes. :)

Sher said... Best Blogger Tips

Wow, somehow I never thought India would be so cold! I think you managed to pull off really stylish outfits though:)

xx

GB said... Best Blogger Tips

Good to have you back. re: the hindi thing--really? This I have to see!!!!

suruchi said... Best Blogger Tips

and Delhi must be burning now with such smouldering hot stuff on board...no wonder the temperature's dropped since then;-)
happy holidays:-)

Hippie Holly said... Best Blogger Tips

YAY! Good to see you again, T! :) So glad you're enjoying your break! Delhi must be wonderfully cold yet sunny now! Enjoy the rest of your stay!

Love all the looks!

Style Eyes said... Best Blogger Tips

Funny, I never imagined India to be cold. I love your layered outfits and the tights in the first picture. The orange shoes too.

A said... Best Blogger Tips

Wow! You are in Delhi. Which part of Delhi? Yes movie is fun in Delhi cinema halls if you don't mind people talking. It is been exceptionally cold in Northern Hemisphere - Global Warming....

Enjoy & Have Fun. Though I am from Delhi but not on vacation. I was there in July. How is Terminal 3?

Vintage Vixen said... Best Blogger Tips

You are looking fabulous, Tanvi! I noticed a distinct chill in the air during the evenings in Goa. The weather really is odd worldwide.
Missing you lots and birthday wishes to your Dad. xxx

Polka Princess said... Best Blogger Tips

Love all of your looks dear.....specially the coats & cardis!! Also the Burberry scarf is so bright & vibrant....enough to jazz up any outfit!! :)
You seem to be having awesome fun in India....wish you came to my city as well......or that I lived nearer to Delhi! :(
Anyways, have lotsa fun......& enjoy the Delhi winters!!! :))

miffalicious said... Best Blogger Tips

You sound like you are having an eventful holiday, dear! Enjoy it while it lasts, and happy belated birthday to your dad! I'm glad you could spend your birthday with him:)

miffalicious said... Best Blogger Tips

You sound like you are having an eventful holiday, dear! Enjoy it while it lasts, and happy belated birthday to your dad! I'm glad you could spend your birthday with him:)

archives said... Best Blogger Tips

bundle up!!! i saw on twitter you were just at khan market. jealous! :)

shooting star said... Best Blogger Tips

kewl outfits!!
jan 10 was mum in laws birthday too!!!!!

Charles said... Best Blogger Tips

great outfits, way to work those boots! I love your tights & coat :) xx

Elle Enchanted said... Best Blogger Tips

yayyy a Tanvi update. Glad all is well and you have some great outfits here, love the pops of color with the orange flats, pink scarf, and pink bag!

bhumika said... Best Blogger Tips

loved all the outfits..!!

simple girl..... said... Best Blogger Tips

ah thankfully some action again.. have to say I missed you!! great outfits.. enjoy the winter babe !!

www.majormusthaves.com said... Best Blogger Tips

Tanvi, you know I love color so I want your bag and I will have a dream about it tonight. I also have my eye on the other one and you make me want to go and buy it. Great taste as always! Miss you and glad you are kinda back cause I missed looking at your amazing style and your pretty face:).

www.majormusthaves.com said... Best Blogger Tips

P.S tell your father I said happy BIRTHDAY!!!

Meream said... Best Blogger Tips

Hope you're having a lovely weekend so far! :)

It's been cold in our parts, too, but I wish it's cold enough for scarves. Your collection look fab!

jemina said... Best Blogger Tips

You look HAWT in the cold babe!!!!

Wishing you a fabulous time in India and enjoy your weekend sweetheart

Kisses
Jemina
xoxo

Karishma R said... Best Blogger Tips

All your warm glamorous winter wear is making me wish I was in Dellhi!
Happy lohri to you, love.
Hope the country is treating you well.
Want to see family pictures soon.

xx

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Pesto Sauce said... Best Blogger Tips

My first winters outside Delhi in last 10 years...I use AC even now in my new city

Pesto Sauce said... Best Blogger Tips

And people will tell you every scene about Jessica...one of most famous cases, it was like I knew the script scene by scene

Deeps!! said... Best Blogger Tips

yaay yaay yaay!! u're back.. i saw ur tweet now.. wil DM u my number ASAP :D :D :D

Love the post!! n ya, the thing abt NOKJ, or any such movie out here is mil jhul ke only.. ;)

LiveLoveDressup said... Best Blogger Tips

You have managed to stay stylish even during the crazy Delhi winter! Kudos to you!
Loving your pink bag and UO blazer :)
and, the little Lohri bit is lovely!
Happy Belated Lohri to you and a very Happy Belated Brithday to your dad :D

beingdena said... Best Blogger Tips

you must be the trendiest girl in India babes.

Happy New Year by the way x

Kristin said... Best Blogger Tips

Lookin' good lady! Your mama's cape is beyond gorgeous!

shari @ little blue deer said... Best Blogger Tips

Ha! I would think India would be hot like south Texas! Just goes to show how ignorant Americans are! You are looking ever so glam, even all layered up! XX!

Chic 'n Cheap Living said... Best Blogger Tips

Glad to hear you're doing well dear! Stay warm and hope you get to meet some bloggers!

michelle_ said... Best Blogger Tips

great outfits ! i love the gray blazer on the first photo !

Kay said... Best Blogger Tips

Lovely outfits... Specially the bag.. its loks really nice.. i m sure u must be enjoying the winters.. have fun, god bless

Robyn said... Best Blogger Tips

even when bundled up, you chic footwear prevails.

Splurgerina said... Best Blogger Tips

My dad and sis just returned from Delhi and told me all about the cold...sounds awful!! :S Anyway love all your outfits...esp how you added that burst of color with those tory burch flats and asos cardigan!! And yes how annoying are all the ppl at the movies!! I experienced the same thing when I was in India...phones ringing, babies crying, and people coming in half an hour late and screaming, " OH NOOOOOOOO" as loud as they can while walking in...grrrrrrrrrrrr

L1L2 said... Best Blogger Tips

this winter has been cold... but am sure delhi is at its worst! mom's cape is super stylish and the sweater coat from french connection is also nice. btw, you look like you've lost some weight... the cheeks are longish? maybe it's the quality of the pics or too much wandering in the cold! despite it all, you are still very stylish:)) hats off to you!

L1L2 said... Best Blogger Tips

this winter has been cold... but am sure delhi is at its worst! mom's cape is super stylish and the sweater coat from french connection is also nice. btw, you look like you've lost some weight... the cheeks are longish? maybe it's the quality of the pics or too much wandering in the cold! despite it all, you are still very stylish:)) hats off to you!

cryskay said... Best Blogger Tips

i love the orange? flats! where from?

bollywoodstylediaries said... Best Blogger Tips

I love ur sweater coat from French Connection!!and the pink bag is to die for!!
my mom was also complaining abt the cold and how she doesn't feel like stepping out at all.

btw, did u get ur visa?

Dusk said... Best Blogger Tips

I too love that sweater coat and pink bag and the combination!

Cold weather. Hot woman.

Were the immigration officers Indian or gora? Because if gora, I'm surprised to hear that they can pronounce Hindi fluently... my gora children still have problems pronouncing words like khidki!! That 'rrrd' sound is an innate Indian thing.

Anita... said... Best Blogger Tips

Heart the pink scarf and how it complements the bag...

and I simply can't get over those tory pumps...the orange if mindblowing... i am looking for summer collections to start and so i can blow my "savings" on something orange...

no one killed jessica...liked it too!!and was pleasantly surprised they didn't censor the language used by rani...

Oona said... Best Blogger Tips

I loove those brown boots! I only have a black and deep grey one :p

gangsterpixiestyle said... Best Blogger Tips

I love the outfit with the bright orange shoes!

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