Rich berry tones, classy tans, parisian prints and a dash of metallic drama; one can't help but go gaga over the eye catching items available at Accessorize India. During a recent exclusive preview, we got a chance to feast our eyes on some stylish satchels, bag packs and trendy jewellery items among other things. What stood out for us were the prints and hues used in each of their five collections for the ongoing Autumn/Winter 2014 season. They were not your usual blacks and reds. Accessorize has dared to go all out with oxblood, brown, navy blue and even pop tints like pink. 

From an array of items that we loved, here's presenting our top five picks, that must make their way into your wishlist (and later the wardrobe) now!

1. The PU Navy Blue college bag

This spacious and stylish backpack is all you need to store your essentials on a long day out. This has to be our favourite. It fits in our iPad, camera and make-up essentials, all in one. Also, the shoulder straps are super comfortable.

2. The Sofia handheld bag

Quite a sophisticated handbag, this one. The oxblood meets gold elements instantly caught our attention. The push lock clasp with gold detailing is oh-so-classy!

3. The Winter floral satchel

What's not to love here,eh? Right from the roomy compartments (quite spacious for a satchel) to the lovely floral print and finally, a touch of gold in those buckles. This one is a complete win-win.

4. Cara fedora hat (two colours)

What's a perfect wardrobe without some pretty hats? These gorgeous fedora hats are just what you need to pair with your dress or a lovely winter outfit comprising of a skirt, jumper, coat and a pair of comfortable boots. Winter ready, are we? Hell Yeah!

5. The Embellished clutch

Your go-to accessory for the upcoming festive season, be it a Diwali get together or marriage. This just the right amount of bling that you need to add. Notice the floral detailing, with white, lilac and a host of other coloured stones? We think it is super cool.

Check out some of our other favourites. 

As they say, a girl can never have enough favourite bags. Alright then!

  

The new collection is available at all Accessorize India stores.

You can also shop for your picks on Myntra and Jabong.

Happy Shopping!

"A garden to walk in and immensity to dream in - what more could she ask? A few flowers at her feet and above her, the stars." - Les Misérables (Yes! I tweaked it a little).

The last couple of days have given me a chance to get back to something I love the most - dreaming. When you learn to let go of things and give your dreams a chance, you realise that the going may be a tough one, but it is certainly not impossible. Everything is possible with the perfect blend of hard work, talent, blessings and oodles of patience. Surrounding yourself with things you love is another trick. If you are happy from within, nothing can stop you from achieving your goals. 

All things floral is one such thing that makes me smile. And recently, when Marks and Spencer India invited me to put together a look (with my readers) keeping the floral theme in mind, I just couldn't say no. Adding the perfect touch to my happiness was the place where we got this photo shoot done.

Although I had my doubts about how and what the participants will pick for me on Twitter and Facebook, I was mighty impressed with the fashionistas who not only upped the ante with their trendy choices, but also took a step ahead towards winning the Marks and Spencer India #PerfectedByYou contest. After posting photographs of stuff that I couldn't take my eyes off, this outfit turned out to be the unanimous winner. With just the right amount of bling, a touch of oxblood and a gorgeous floral print, I couldn't have asked for more.

While browsing through the vast and absolutely beautiful A/W 2014 collection at the Marks and Spencer India store in Bandra, one can see how the brand has got the right mix of comfort and style. Each section, be it the Autograph or Limited Edition collection, had a dominant print and color, which helped set it apart from the other. Autumn is not only about dark hues, so there is something for everyone at M&S. The comfy wraps, well fitted pencil skirts, blousons in different prints, trench coats in lovely colours and of course, my favorite, the super comfortable sweat shirts and knit cardigans, were all so 'take home' worthy. Among the accessories and shoes, I fell in love with a pair of heeled sneakers. Full marks to M&S for offering such a huge variety of apparel and accessories, which is not only high on the fashion quotient, but quite affordable as well.

Outfit Details

Floral shell tee - Limited Edition collection from M&S

Soft floral pencil skirt - Limited Edition collection from M&S

Diamante peep toe - M&S

Oxblood bag - M&S

Watch - Blogger's own

*This post is sponsored by Marks & Spencer. 

However, the opinions posted here and the overall view about collection are the blogger's own.