LITTLE WHITE DRESS
Ethereal and angelic, the little white dress has finally come out of the ‘darker’ shadows. Gaining popularity as a hot favourite at P Diddy’s annual white party parties and Kingfisher calendar launches, the LWD is making its own style statement. Lace- trimmed, crochet-edged or in its flirty cotton avatar, it has become a wardrobe essential. To be paired with chunky metallic bangles, wooden wedges and a perfectly airbrushed bronzed glow for the resident St. Tropez look.

BARE BACKS
Red carpet hawks will swear there has been a paradigm shift. Just a sexy cleavage or long legs isn’t enough; a well toned and tanned back is the asset to flaunt. The mood is more suggestively sexy and romantic. Recently, Jennifer Lopez made a dramatic entry in a flowing Marchesa gown with peekaboo crystal strands across her back. Indulge in a body polish to make that silken Gauri-Nainika gown or jewelled back choli the ultimate tease.

ANIMAL PRINTS
Some say animal is the new black. It sure seems like it, going by the number of celebrities courting it on the red carpet. Go for tighter prints like cheetah and leopard as the larger scale ones are harder to pull off. Paired with neutrals or bold solids, they definitely turn heads. For a tamer look, opt for animal print accessories from Dolce & Gabbana and Roberto Cavalli.

BIG WHITE TOTE
Several oversized bags are in the running for the ‘it’ bag of the season. With summer around the corner, the white tote seems to be the strongest forerunner. Roomy, stylish and understated, the big white tote scores on all counts. Teamed with bright floral bikinis and batik wraps, Aigner and Bottega Veneta white totes are ideal for lugging around all those sunscreens, leave-in conditioners and spur-of-the- moment souvenir buys.

CHUNKY BANGLES
Metallic, enamelled or in bright colours. Wooden, plastic or dressed up with kundan. Chunky bangles come in all textures and shades. A perfect pick-me-up for an ordinary outfit, a bunch of these stacked up on your arm will make sure your look is hip and trendy. Try Chanels logo-embossed plastic cuffs or for unique pieces, browse through Jamini Ahluwalia’s designs at Bungalow 8.