GREY MATTERS
Stylish, understated and versatile, grey is a popular look for this season. Featured on countless runways, the varying shades range from smoky charcoal and gunmetal grey to soft teal and sparkling silver. This influential trend sports a vast array of styles that include long knit cardigans, tailored trousers, feminine blouses and chic dresses presented by a variety of talented designers that include Gaurav Gupta, Shantanu & Nikhil, Narendra Kumar, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney and Helmut Lang. If you find the monochrome look too dreary, add a splash of contrasting colour in burgundy or fuchsia tones, or match it with black or white for clean-cut couture. The coolest colour of the season is an irrefutable and easy-to-wear style statement.

ROMANTIC BLOUSES
Feminine, romantic and pretty, blouses are making a huge impact in the fashion world. From high-necked Victorian numbers to lacy, beribboned pieces, this sheer and sumptuous trend has been sighted in many Indian and international collections that include Gayatri Khanna, Vineet Bahl, Ruchi Mehta, Chloè and Moschino. Delicate details include soft frills, girly ruffles, puff sleeves, tie-necks, dainty buttons and floaty fabrics. For a stylish, sophisticated look pair the blouse with wide-leg trousers, pencil skirts or frayed designer denims.