What’s in a number?

Haven’t we become too overtly reliant on these self-appointed measures of conformity?, ‘act age appropriately’ ‘dress for your size’ ‘you’re too tall to wear heels’ ‘too short to wear flats’ ‘Issumar tak shadi nahi hoi?’ ‘36,24,36’ Akhir kyun? Agar mein moti houn to kyun na pehenou ghaghra choli? agarmein chalees ki houn to kyun na pehnoun shokh rang? If YOUdont like what YOU see, look the OTHER WAY. What do you say ladies, isn’t it high time we broke free of these self-afflicted shackles. What’s the only thing that matters when making a choice as personal as the clothing to put on one’s body is if it makes you feel good, like your true best self. We were astounded by Touqeer’s beauty and charm, and boy! did we have a ball of a time shooting with her, she stunned in every ensemble we put her in, whether it was a demure three piece ensemble, a bright and loud kurta, or even a gharara, seeing her so comfortable in her skin really reaffirmed our belief that beauty really is a state of mind.

Touqeer is in Chaarsooti Suit. Shop similar styles from this collection in stores.

Seen here in an elegant hand embroidered cross stitch ensemble in coral with a contrast dupatta from Cottage’s ‘Chaarsooti’ collection. For her second look, a funky eye popping piece from basic’s Indian Gypsy, a true summer delight!

Touqeer is in Indian Gypsy. Shop similar styles from this collection online.

Touqeer is in Tajik Pherin dress Top. Shop this for Rs.2,998/- online.

Looking svelte in this form fit long kameez from Woman’s ‘Tajik Pherin’ collection bright pink stripes complimented with intricate ari work in tilla all over the bodice.

Touqeer is in Rashti Duzi Top. Shop this for Rs.1098/- online.

And finally! Pairing this androgynous, collared button down with a rich ethnic print from Flo’s ‘Rushti Duzi’ collection with a solid black gharara, unlocking a whole new level of casual chic! Lets move forward, stop worrying about inconsequential things and just live a free life where happiness trumps all preconceived notions.