<div><b><span style="color: red; font-size: 12pt; ">Akshata Shetty u00a0picks four chic outfits to help you make a grand entry at the year ender parties</span></b></div><div><br /></div><div><div>The new year is just a couple of days away and for all those who are yet to zero in on their party wear, fashion designer Asmita Lamba of Cara Boutique is here to guide you. "This season is all about sequins; they work wonders on any outfit. You can either opt for an all-sequin dress or something that blends the fabric and sequins together. It's all about being glamourous this year. So, welcome the new year with a lot of shimmer and shine," says Asmita. Her collection is up on display at Cara Boutique and is for those who love to experiment. Read on for our selection of the four best outfits for the season. u00a0</div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">At</span></b> Cara Boutique, Shop 4, Sapphire Apartments, Lane 6, Koregaon Park.</i></div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Call</span></b> 26151549</i></div></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Red Alert</span></b></div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Type:</span></b> Red Taffeta Silk Balloon dress with a beaded belt</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Style Check:</span></b> This balloon dress is cute yet sexy. It's a perfect dress to don for a club or cocktail party.u00a0</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="/imagedata/2011/dec/Silk-Balloon-dress.jpg" border="5" align="" alt="" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The beaded belt accentuates the outfit and breaks the monotony of the colour. Wear a bracelet or dangler earrings to jazz up the outfit.</div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Price</span></b> Rs 3,999</i></div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Guide metre</span></b> Show stopper</i></div></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Shining star</span></b></div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Type:</span></b>u00a0Silver stretch satin dress with sequins</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Style Check:</span></b>u00a0The glamourous outfit has a high shimmer value. Hence, go easy on the accessories. Leave your hair open or try sporting a French knot. Keep the make-up simple with the right amount of shimmer.u00a0</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="/imagedata/2011/dec/satin-dress.jpg" border="5" align="" alt="" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The silver sequin top can also be paired with a plain grey skirt.</div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Price</span></b>u00a0Rs 4,500</i></div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Guide metre</span></b>u00a0High on bling</i></div></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Lady in Black</span></b></div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Type:</span></b>u00a0Black stretch sequin and net dress</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Style Check:</span></b>u00a0This outfit will bring out the teen in you and is perfect for the fun-loving, perky lot. The sequins on top combined with the layers of net at the bottom is perfect for the petite body type.u00a0</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="/imagedata/2011/dec/Shaurya-Sanadhya.jpg" border="5" align="" alt="" /><br /></div><div><i><span style="font-size: 8pt; color: red; "><b>Model:</b> Shaurya Sanadhya; Location: Tain Square</span></i></div><div><br /></div><div>Accessorise the look with a floral headband. Rest assured, nothing can go wrong with the LBD (Little Black Dress).</div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Price</span></b>u00a0Rs 2,999</i></div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Guide metre</span></b>u00a0The Black Swan</i></div></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Sexy Siren</span></b></div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Type:</span></b>u00a0One shoulder black and gold sequin dressu00a0</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Style Check:</span></b>u00a0This dress is a definite head-turner. The combination of black and gold sequins gives it a sexy look and the dress can compliment every body type.u00a0</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="/imagedata/2011/dec/sequin-dress.jpg" border="5" align="" alt="" /><br /></div><div><i><span style="font-size: 8pt; color: red; ">Pics/ M Fahim</span></i></div><div><br /></div><div>We suggest you tie up your hair in a half-pony and accessorise it with a feather clip or band. Go for the smokey eyes look.</div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Price</span></b>u00a0Rs 5,000</i></div><div><i><b><span style="color: red; ">Guide metre</span></b>u00a0Ooh La La!</i></div></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">Fashion tips from Sonam Kapoor</span></b></div><div>Glamorous Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor offers her top 5 tips for the perfect New Year ensemble:u00a0</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="/imagedata/2011/dec/Sonam-Kapoor1.jpg" border="5" align="" alt="" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">&gt;&gt;</span></b> Wear really high heels, the higher the better. The heels make you stand tall (literally).</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">&gt;&gt;</span></b>u00a0Sequins are in vogue this season. A nice short dress with sequins would go really well for a New Year party.</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">&gt;&gt;</span></b>u00a0Black tights are also a rage; you could team them up with bright pumps to create the perfect balance.</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">&gt;&gt;</span></b>u00a0Wear a jacket to round it up. Layering is always the best way to go for a party especially since winter jackets are not just fashionable but practical as well.</div><div><b><span style="color: red; ">&gt;&gt;</span></b>u00a0Hold your head high; your attitude is the best fashion statement.</div><div><i><span style="color: red; ">(As told to Anurupa Dongare)</span></i></div></div>        

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