Check out what Bollywood moms have been up to!  Some mothers have been spotted sharing the spotlight with their daughters:

Sushmita Sen with her daughter Renee at the Miss India pageant.

Hema Malini and her daughter on the runway.

Sridevi hand in hand with her daughter on the red carpet

Suzanne Roshan shows off her hourglass figure, even after being a mother of two sons.

Other Bollywood moms are seen in casual attire with their little ones:

Kajol was seen running errands with her daughter, Nysa in casual and comfortable clothing.

With all the chaos surrounding her, Madhuri Dixit is still smiling with her son.

And…soon to be mother, Shilpa Shetty, invited several Bollywood stars to her home in Mumbai for her baby shower.

Who’s your favorite Bollywood mom?  Any others you have spotted and admire?

Author: Priya

Undoubtedly, being a mother is a full-time job. But, if you are a working and are a mother as well, you have your hands full with two full-time jobs. You might think your life is nothing like a star, such as the beautiful Aishwarya Rai. Although this may be true in many life experiences, mothers all share the same moments: the first time she lays eyes on her newborn, the first time her newborn grips her finger, the first time she hears her baby cry out “momma!”.

In an interview, Abhishek Bachchan revealed some secrets about Aishwarya as a mother. Surprisingly, Aishwarya did not hire a nanny to help her raise her daughter. From bathing to feeding to massaging the baby, Aishwarya does it all herself! As this Mother’s Day is approaching, remember not the tiredness you felt as you woke up in the middle of the night as your baby cried, but remember that as you cradled your baby, cries were hushed at the warmth of your arms.

Are you hesitant to have a child because you are so career-oriented? If someone like Kajol can make a five-year sacrifice to cherish precious moments being a mother, it is certainly possible! After she gave birth to her daughter Nysa, she decided to “always take time out for my daughter” and take a break from her busy schedule. She also went on to say: “I am a strong believer in simple life and even my lifestyle is like any other person who hails from a middle-class family.” So, this mother’s day as all your friends spend their days with their little ones, it might be a great time to consider starting a family with your husband!

This mother’s day, don’t forget the wise words of Mildred Vermont, who said: “Being a full-time mother is one of the highest salaried jobs in my field, since the payment is pure love.” Happy Mother’s Day to all you moms out there!

Photo credits: apnimarzi,  psyphil; Author: Priya

Have you been feeling a little “out of the loop” when it comes to being in style and need to consider changing your attire? Or, maybe you’re tired of your clothing appearance and want to opt for a new look? Step out of the ho-hum styles you’ve been wearing and consider researching the upbeat styles of Indian Clothing and Indian Sarees.

Indian clothing is the hottest “in” thing to wear for all age groups. At Didi’s Wardrobe, you will find an abundance of styles of Indian clothing and accessories that may appeal to you individually. Vibrant colors that include pastels, arranged in many patterns, and a large assortment of textures from various materials will make the decision to choose that one special piece a difficult one.

If you’re used to reading clothing tags for laundering instructions that say 100 percent cotton, polyester or some other material, the fabrics used to make Indian clothing will come as a surprise. While materials used to fabricate Indian clothing may include cotton, art silk, crepe, chiffon, netting, silk, and faux are also prominent. Thread may be in silver or gold, helping to give the clothing a look that stands out from everything else and simply shouts “look at me.”

As you browse, you can better educate yourself about the various articles of clothing. Familiarize yourself with the words: Sarees, Lehenges, Kurtas, Dupatta, and Churidar, just to name a few, and follow the description about the clothing. Soon you will decipher one from another. As you study each of the Indian clothing pieces also remember to look at the models wearing the clothing. Do their body shapes compare with yours?

This custom look is so trendy it can be worn every day — not just for special occasions, like weddings. If your budget simply won’t allow online or in-store shopping for new Indian clothing, look into second-hand shops.

If you are ready for a new look and have given Indian clothing some thought, wait no longer. Check out the fashions and deals offered by Didi’s Wardrobe. Get started with your new look today!

Booking a make-up artist for your wedding is one the most important preparations to having a picture perfect day!

Let Didi’s Wardrobe give you some tips before you book a make-up artist:

1. Book a make-up artist at least three months prior to your wedding date.
2. Have two trial sessions to ensure consistency and 100% satisfaction.
3. Bring a sample of the dress you will be wearing, hair accessories you have purchased, a picture of your venue and a celebrity picture whose make-up you like.
4. Let your make-up artist know if you are going to change your appearance before the wedding, such as highlighting your hair.
5. Call your make-up artist a week prior to confirm date, place, and time.
6. Take several photographs after your trial session to see how you photograph. Your make up may look different in pictures than in person.
7. Provide your own foundation if you are worried that your make-up will look caked on. You know your skin better than anyone else. You want to try to keep your skin tone consistent with the rest of your body.

Who you should book the make-up artist for? Ask your bridesmaids, mother, and flower girls. The application time for these women will be less than yours, so plan a half hour for each lady. Generally, a bride’s make-up takes approximately an hour.

Have fun while picking a make-up artists, bring your bridesmaids with you to the trial session, and than show off your face around town after the session! Planning a wedding can be stressful, but with a little help from your bridesmaids, you can also make it a memorable experience!

Photo credits: Bride Makeup, aacreation; Author: Priya

Remember back in January we told you that the color of the season was Pantone? Well, here it is appearing all over the runway and red carpet.

If you are like me, orange isn’t a color found in your wardrobe. If you want to be trendy and fashion-forward, but can’t seem to get yourself to wear a bold shade of orange clothing, have no fear!

Here are some ways you can incorporate the orange trend into your style. Try playing with splashes of orange in your makeup. From sun-kissed cheeks, to a bold lip, to a shimmery eye shadow, orange can be a great way to look young and fresh!

These looks were taken straight from the runway, so for the average gal, applying less of the bold color will give a more natural look. This season is not about bright red lips, so leave that trend in the past and try a new color palette!  Adding orange to your nails is another great way to add a splash of the color of the year!

Post pictures of you sporting orange, whether it is found in your accessories, makeup, or clothing, we want to see how you rock the trend!

Photo credits: India vogue; Author: Priya

With wedding season right around the corner, you might be looking for a new way to spice up normal Indian wedding occasions. Do-it-yourself decorations are always a great way to add a creative touch to your event!

As we all know, mehendi night is a traditional occasion where henna is applied to women’s hands. However, the designs of mehendi can be applied to several other items you would least expect!

Take a look at these mehendi inspired decorations:

Mehendi Cookies

Mehendi Chair

Mehendi Candles

Whether it is icing you are using to create these beautiful patterns, or it is paint applied to a chair, using traditional mehendi patterns adds a sense of tradition as well as originality. Decorations do not always have to be purchased at an expensive cost! Do-it-yourself decorations are always a fun way to bring your friends and family together as well as being economically cost efficient!

Do you have any do-it-yourself crafts for Indian weddings? We want to know! Post a comment and share your own unique idea!

Photo credits: hot biggity;  Author: Priya

Hello friends and fans of Didi’s Wardrobe!  I’m Indian American Mom, and I’m inviting you to join I Am Moms (www.iammoms.com), a community where South Asian moms share how we try to have it all (while not being afraid to admit that we fail sometimes).

After Indian American Toddler (my son) was born, and the shell-shock of the newborn months wore off, I found myself lying awake at night wondering what it meant to be an Indian American mom.  How would I pursue a career as the first woman in my family to work outside the home?  How could I teach Indian American Toddler about Indian culture?  How would our family stay healthy while we were busy working and parenting?  How would I convince Indian American Toddler to be a doctor? (Kidding, kidding).

I tried to talk to Indian American Dad (my husband) about these things, but the only opportunity was late at night, and he wanted to sleep.  But I knew that other South Asian moms out there were up at night pondering these questions too.

So, I decided to build a community resource for moms like me who wanted it all.  From cooking healthy weeknight meals to easy ways to celebrate Indian holidays to career advice geared to South Asians (keeping in mind our special cultural issues), we share ideas on how to have it all.

Cooking Ideas

As I built I Am Moms, I had the good fortune to learn about Didi’s Wardrobe through one of its founders, Dina Patel.  She’s also a mom who wants to have it all.  Leaving a decade of work as an investment banker behind her, she followed her heart to build Didi’s Wardrobe.  What a great solution for moms who want to declutter and resell those practically new Indian outfits that their kids have only worn once or twice!

I’m very excited to partner with Didi’s Wardrobe.  We are currently doing a giveaway on my site where you can earn a store credit for Didi’s Wardrobe.  Please check out I Am Moms for more details.

Sponsored Post by I Am Moms Founder

In today’s modern world, the fashion industry is alive with trends from all over the world. Designers and fashionistas alike draw inspiration from across the globe. There are many countries around the world that are known for their beautiful styles of jewelry. One of these countries is India. Indian jewelry is so popular because it is vibrant and colorful. Many women can easily include it in their wardrobe because it is so versatile and appealing, and can be easily assimilated into any wardrobe.

One way to wear costume Indian jewelry is to make it the stand-out piece of an entire outfit. This means that the rest of the outfit is kept neutral so that the piece of jewelry can shine on its own. This is also sometimes known as a color pop. If the piece of Indian jewelry is colorful, it can “pop,” or be the brightest part of a specific outfit. An example outfit could be black skinny jeans, a cream-colored cashmere sweater belted at the waist, peep toe black leather ankle boots, and a pair or gold and pink earrings. Because the outfit is neutral, the earrings really stand out as a beautiful statement piece. This type of outfit showcases the jewelry and makes it the star of the show.

Another way to wear this kind of jewelry is to match it to the colors in a dress or blouse. This works well for those whose fashion sense is more bold and playful. If the dress is a print that contains Indigo, magenta, and gold, then the jewelry to match it might be a gold and magenta necklace that will play up the colors in the dress. Or, perhaps the blouse is a green and pink floral pattern. Consider choosing bangles that are gold with hints of green. Either way, both of these outfits will work when matched with jewelry.

To buy costume Indian jewelry is to make an investment in one’s own wardrobe. This type of fashion will always be in style because it is considered timeless. Indian jewelry is both beautiful and versatile which makes it a great choice for almost any woman. The pieces can be used as a statement on their own, or can be added to an outfit to jazz it up and add flair.

To find just the right style, check out Didi’s Wardrobe’s traditional and costume Indian jewelry.

Photo credits: Meghna designs, Mawi, and Romika Jewels

Indian fashion designers care more than just about textures, colors, and silhouettes. You Can Free Us, an international NGO, in collaboration with The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) organized a unique runway show at Wills Fashion Week. 13 fashion designers came together to raise awareness and join forces against human trafficking.

Fashion photographer, Subi Samuel photographed Alice, a victim rescued from a life of prostitution.  She wore clothing by designers such as:

Ashima Leena

Tarun Tahiliani

Suneet Varma

A quote by fashion designer, Lecoanet Hemant, “Human trafficking needs to be treated directly which will only happen when people accept the cause. If it is ‘chi-chi-d’ off it will get nowhere and probably get enhanced.  We tried to imagine, for a few minutes how we could make this young girl forget the daily horrors of her life by following the theme and making her beautiful.”

If you want to join the cause and get involved, check out http://www.youcanfree.us/

Photo credits: India Vogue, Author: Priya

Lakme Fashion Week consisted of exotic prints, bold stones and bright colors. However, Vikram Phadnis broke these trends. He made it very clear that white was the new black for his Spring/Summer 2012 collection.  Phadnis had drama, while still creating pieces that are wearable, an unusual combination.

His garmets were very intricately ornamented, from finely beaded patterns, to micro-sequins placed tastefully, with a touch of lace and gold. His garments were crafted exquisitely and appreciated by almost all who attended his show!

Wondering what the stars wore to the after-parties of Lakme Fashion Week. Check out these pics from Escobar’s after-party. Colors were used as accents, whether it was the pop of color from the shoe, bag, or jacket, statements were made!

Try using color to accent your outfit, such as this Red Beaded and Sequin Clutch Purse from Didi’s Wardrobe!

Photo credits: MiliGayi Style Diary, Lakme Fashion Week

Author: Priya