Velvet at Sunset

Boatline Velvet Dress with Pockets: Little Black Dress || c/o eShaki

"wages paid by eShakti typically 50% to 100% over the Indian government's minimum stipulation"

Pearl Bracelet || Garage Sale

buying previously used items is a sustainable way to revamp your wardrobe

Velvet Punps || Nine West from Marshalls

not ethically sourced*

Clutch || F21

not ethically sourced*

If you are a fashion blogger living anywhere in the world where it snows, you know what it is like to do a blog post where you can no longer feel your fingers nor face. You just want those golden hour shots and so you choose cute over comfort. Here is a quick tip to staying warm during winter photoshoots: Bring a huge bag with you and inside it put a super warm blanket, a hot pouch for your fingers, and some ear muffs(least hair contact). Between shots warm up and be sure to keep your nose warm too. Have the friend who is taking the pictures help you with this. :)

Today I am reviewing this little black velvet dress (Valentine's Day Dress) from eShaki. A classic cut, mid-heavy weight, and a super flare effect, I am so excited to take this dress for a twirl... literally, because I'm going swing dancing in it. I was excited when they contacted me again for a review because I just love how each of the dresses on their site can be customized from the length, to the sleeves, to the neckline. It makes me feel like a designer! The only two caveats I have with eShaki are: 1) many of their dresses are poplin and since I don't like ironing I hunt through their site for the non-wrinkle fabrics; and 2) they should strengthen their ethical standards of production (going beyond the minimum is one thing, but it would be fantastic if eShaki took another step forward!) Let's get even better, eShaki! //  Sponsored // eShaki is also on: Facebook, Pinterest & Instagram

Stay warm folks!


Hiding from the Snow (Sorta'),
Christine


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