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Of bright shades and creative designs

Striking the right look
Last Updated 16 February 2014, 13:30 IST

Housing some of the most popular brands, Westside strives to provide the latest styles to youngsters. Be it Indian or western wear, the brand has a wide array of options for its customers. The store also provides footwear, cosmetics, perfumes, handbags and other accessories. 

Westside has a range of contemporary and exclusively designed clothes for men, women and children, providing not just value for money but also the finest merchandise which is ideal for all occasions — whether you are at work or partying. With more than 12 brands across categories, the customers are spoilt for choice. Women can take their pick from a variety of brands like the formal and confident 9 to 9, casual yet chic LOV, the young and edgy Nuon and Bombay Paisley for their range of fusion wear and the forever favourite Westside Indian wear brand — Zuba. Brands for men include Richmond, Westsport, Ascot, Ascot Sport and Nuon. Offering functional yet stylish casual men’s apparel, Westside’s collection includes stylish linen and cotton shirts, crew neck tees, cargo pants, formal clothing and more. Nuon offers the hottest fashion at an affordable price. It consists of stylish tees in trendy colours and latest designs specially made to suit the needs of today’s youth. Says a spokesperson from Westside, “Inspired by the edgy and unapologetic attitude of the youth, Nuon brings trend-setting fashion for young men and women. With a distinct collection of funky apparel for the youth, Nuon embodies their spirit, energy and ‘have it, flaunt it’ attitude. Nuon is the brand for young shoppers who are not afraid to express their opinions and choices to the world.” 

The spokesperson gives a checklist for women picking up clothes from Nuon, “The collection this season is going to be dominated by dresses and jumpsuits, which should be the key pieces in your wardrobe. The funky multicoloured star is a print that is in trend this season. Black and white graphic prints, inspired by the 80s, softened by pastel mint are also in style.”

The spokesperson further says, “The must-haves for men are T-shirts like Slub Henley and V-necks in exciting summer colours (which are priced at Rs 699 and Rs 399 respectively). Pretty vintage style tees with numbers and flags on them — the graphics of which are varsity influenced — are ideal for college wear. Besides what’s hot are checked shirts in reds and blues, slim chinos and shorts to go with the tees and denims to match the checked shirts and varsity tees.”    

Likhith Reddy, final-year MBA student, New Horizon College, wore a red and blue sleeved T-shirt with blue washed denims and footwear from David Off. 

Punchline: ‘The fit is comfortable. And the whole look is well-coordinated. It’s suitable for college as well as party. The prices are reasonable and the clothes offer value for money.”

Price: T-shirt: Rs 799, jeans: Rs 1699 and shoes: Rs 2399.
Vishwanath Bhat, first-year PGDM student, ISBR, wore a blue T-shirt with a string tie V-neckline and hooded checked jacket with blue jeans. He paired these up with shoes from Nuon. 

Punchline: “It’s like I’ve gotten a makeover. The entire look has been put together well. The clothes are suitable for summer.”

Price: T-shirt: Rs 399, jacket: Rs 1299, jeans: Rs 1699 and shoes: Rs 1699

Neela Pal, wore a black T-shirt with ankle length black and white striped trousers which went along with her flat footwear. 

Punchline: “The look has a retro feel. It’s ideal for a theme-based party. I love the trousers which grab attention. The simple T-shirt accentuates the look of the trousers.”

Price: T-shirt: Rs 599, trousers: Rs 1299 and footwear: Rs 1099. 

Priya P, second-year B.Com from Christ University, wore a collared one-piece dress with a brown belt. It went along with the pair of blue wedge heels from Head Over Heels that she sported. 

Punchline: “It’s the first time I’m wearing a dress. It’s perfect for the summer. The brown belt cuts the monotony. I love the netted part on the neck.”

Price: Dress: Rs 1299 and footwear Rs 1399.

Priyanka Aanjny, second-year B.Com, School of Management, Jain University, wore a black and white jumpsuit with a denim shrug. She matched it with a neck piece and black and white checked platform heels. 

Punchline: “The clothes suit my body type. They look cooler than I thought. The neck piece and heels add to the look and in fact, improve my confidence.”

Price: Jumpsuit: Rs 1499, shrug: Rs 1199, necklace: Rs 299 and footwear: Rs 1599.

Priya P, second-year B.Com from Christ University, wore a collared one-piece dress with a brown belt. It went along with the pair of blue wedge heels from Head Over Heels that she sported. 

Punchline: “It’s the first time I’m wearing a dress. It’s perfect for the summer. The brown belt cuts the monotony. I love the netted part on the neck.”

Price: Dress: Rs 1299 and footwear Rs 1399.

Are you a college student and want to model for Metrolife’s ‘Haute Style’?  Do you have any fashion tips for the season? Or you simply want to say something about our feature ‘Haute Style’? Send your emails with contact number to: metrolife@­deccanherald.co.in or dhmetro@gmail.com

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(Published 16 February 2014, 13:30 IST)

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