July 27, 2011

Decor India-Inspirit Adore – An Indian Technicolor decor

Here , I am with my first post of Decor India-inspirit Adore after its announcement . This post is inspired by famous quote of Keith Bellows, Editor in Chief, National Geographic Traveler Magazine   “  It is as if all my life I had been seeing the world in black and white and, when brought face-to-face with India, experienced everything re-rendered in brilliant Technicolor.”

So, presenting here rooms full of technicolor inspiration from India .

Old bundi school painting inside Haveli

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Ultra-luxury-indian-style-bed-set-with-indian-decoration

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 Lakshman Sagar Architecture

All images are from beautiful hotels in various parts of India .  Kudos to these lovely hotels that are representing Indian interiors / decor ,  architecture and , magnificent heritage with their own unique style  .

( Image courtesy  : Kiplingbundi; Amarya Haveli; Nilaya Hermitage; kilabhawan; kankarwa haveli; Desert boys guesthouse, Sewara group, Anjani Hotel ; hotel Shreenath palace , Ramgarh Fresco, Royal Heritage Haveli , Malabar House ; tree of life; google)

July 12, 2011

Enjoy your reading time here !!!!

Friends , its  time to move further, I am glad to share with you all that I am starting two exciting  categories of blog post every month . “ Choose your own slice of Paradise -Your dose of rejuvenation” & “ Decor India-Inspirit  Adore “ as a regular feature on the blog .

India  the  cultural  mosaic, intoxicating fusion of ancient panorama, blessed with stunning landscapes, conglomeration and congregations of  regions and religions, lovely food, vibrant bazaars, Holy Shrines ,  India is undoubtedly a  perfect getaway . 

But where is the time ??  Insipidness of daily routine usually  takes  us away from the serenity ,  beauty and charm of Life . Don’t you think  sometimes , we have strong urge to surrender ourselves to the allures of beauty of nature , exotic interiors, lovely places where in we want to  rejoice in  extraordinary surroundings , enjoy local food. But can we actually  pack our  bags and just go unwind ourselves  as and when we want to?? I know  the answer is NO . So, here comes , “Choose your own slice of Paradise” - Your dose of rejuvenation.  It is about exotic destinations in India where in we will be seeing the sights of rural India  to palaces,  regality of Maharajas , metamorphosing into  palaces, havelis  into world class hotels , luxurious safaris all seduced  with breathless,  matchless interior decor and captivating sights .  Are you ready?????????

Decor India-Inspirit Adore – The idea of writing this as a regular feature clicked me when I recently blogged about  rooms ( Classy and Stylish Indian Touch ; An Indian Charm continues……..An Indian Touch !!!!!!!!!)  with an  Indian inspired decor . I enjoyed writing these posts very much  and had decided then only to continue with the same. Decor India-Inspirit Adore  would feature rooms with interiors , decor that would be inspired by India .  Indian inspiration could be beautiful use of Indian hand block printed cushions, sari curtains , Indian furniture, Indian Embroideries , Indian traditional art , motifs , design, Indian god’s posters , calendars  or even wall colors of Indian homes, etc .

I promise you will enjoy these new features !!  Happy Reading and Stay tuned ………………

Masala Baby Back to School- Fall 2011- Collection

Masala Baby is special to  me . You may not remember  or know ( if new to my blog) that I started India–Inspirit  blogging about Masalababy . Yes my first blog post was about Masala baby -   charming little sadhakas  Masalababy NYC is kids clothing company inspired by India , Indian spices  its day to day life , vibrancy and folklore . Their signature line is super cute fusion of east and west culture  . The company started in 2009 has over the years grown not only big  but also  evolved  new  concepts and designs . Since then, they have launched adorable collections like :Mela , Mod Masala,  Mumbai Masala, Malibu and many more. 

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Soon , their new line “Ranni Masala “ going to hit the stores.    Raani in India means  Queen . This range is all about celebrating Royalty and carries Indian essence so stunningly . The new collection is inspired by pink city Jaipur , Bollywood , Indian Kitsch art   but I feel most of it , draws inspiration from children’s divine innocence, joy,  pureness and their little mischief's!!!

Here’s a sneak peak of  its collection :-

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                                       suzani dress

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                                        Little Bolly Dress

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                                         Jaipur Dress

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While I am still going through the pictures  that Dipali has sent me ( President & Founder Masala Baby) , my little princess  verdict is already out on Raani Masala collection launching in next to no time . She  found all these dresses gorgeous and have named them Star Girls Dresses . Her favorite ones are Suzani dress , Little Bolly Dress and Gypsy dress . Next thing , I will be doing rushing to the store and go bring these awesome stuff for her .  No , I am not going to New York at this moment  but would be checking with Fab India who has just started selling Masala Baby Stuff in India across   their  select stores. 

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Please visit their site  and can also like their page on  facebook  for updates on their products , new launches , discounts etc.

  http://www.facebook.com/#!/masalababynyc

 

July 1, 2011

Jo Lynn Alcorn Paper Art

Jo Lynn Alcorn , is a very talented 3 dimensional paper collage artist based in New York.  A  graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, using 3 dimensional paper collage technique in her illustrations , very much inspired by nature ,   Jo Lynn has worked as a Magazine Art director but soon returned to her passion  of dimensional paper art”.

Her collage technique is very interesting.  She  first sketches the artwork and then selects a  palette   of papers and  modified it further with paint and pattern,  Once this is done , she cuts out all the elements and then  constructs the piece in layers using tape , glue etc . Being a Graphic designer and also working with art directors and photographers , she has been able to blend in so gorgeously  items like jewelry etc within her dimensional collage  .

She has designed advertisements and catalog covers for Macys , Marc Jacob commissioned by Lane Crawford. , Harpers Bazaar, Anthropologie , Suede magazine etc .

As you know my blog is all about Indian inspiration so , I will first begin with her Indian inspired  illustrations that are stunningly captivating . Aren’t these out of this world ?? Narrating some tale!!!

                                           Indian Jewels

  Detail from "Mumbai Dreams", Suede magazine fashion spread

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                             Indian Wedding Procession

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                                   Peacock For Madame Figaro

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                          Paradise Birds For Madame Figaro

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                               Snake For Madame Figaro

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                          Shanghai Tang Holiday Catalog 2006

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                                     Harper's Bazaar Japan

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                                 Anthropologie March 2010 Catalog

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                                       Fireworks over Manhattan

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Her style and colors expresses so much emotion that  really got me hooked on her work.  How  magnificently she has used those ornaments as little little details  as an embellishment on dress or turban or decorating the elephants etc. Superb!!            

you can see more such illustrations on her site  - gallery section .

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