Say No to Roadster!

Are you an online shopper? I am, and I shop for everything online, clothes, shoes, grocery, electronics,  almost everything.

For fashion  shopping I really enjoy shopping from  sites like Jabong and Myntra that offer a lot of discounts. Rarely have I had problems with product quality. Until recently!

I was shopping for myself when I noticed this good looking pair of canvas shoes on Jabong from a brand called Roadster. I thought my husband would like to pair these with his denims. I knew the brand was owned by Myntra and never suspected a qaulity issue. 

Roadster Canvas Shoes

The shoes were originally priced at Rs 1899 but due to the sale weekend Jabong was offering them for Rs 700. Since I had other things in my cart there was no shipping charge for me.

I placed the order and the shoes arrived within a week. The packaging was fine, the shoes appeared to be nice. They fit well and looked quite nice. Mr Husband started wearing them about once or twice a week with very little walking involved - car to work, a little walking on the carpeted floor in office, and that's about it.

After about 3 weeks he noticed the fabric inside starting to wear off. Within 4 weeks the shoes were ready to be thrown out! I contacted customer support but was told nothing could be done about it because the warranty period was over. I requested to be put in touch with the brand customer support but they sent me the same standard reply of out of warranty product.

Normally I would have let it go thinking it's a one of incident but then I googled about Roadster shoes and realized a lot of people  have had problems with their quality.

With no support from Jabong, no way to add reviews to their website, I decided to post this here so that anyone reading this can bebwarned before wasting their money.

 If you ever plan to buy anything from Roadster, think it over, rather, go out and buy something from a local store. Local stores will not only give you a minimum 3 month warranty on shoes, but they would also help get the shoes repaired if possible.

We used to wear canvas shoes in school, run around in them and still they would last a couple of years (until you outgrew the pair). But these shoes from Roadster seem to have cardboard support inside which you can see creeping through from where the fabric is torn out. From the top the shoes appear all nice but inside the quality is so poor that they are heading into a bin within a month.

Even if the products are heavily discounted, the discount is meant to be genuine and not a means to get rid of poor quality products.

Roadster is one brand you need to steer clear off no matter how much discount they offer.

I hope you find this post useful and you read it in time before heading for a pair of shoes from Roadster.

Say NO to Roadster!

Winner Announced - Christmas Giveaway

Wishing all the lovely readers of Our External World a Merry Christmas!!!!!

And the lucky winner of our Christmas Giveaway has been picked.

The winner is


Simar Chugh

You will be contacted shortly on the email you used to register for the giveaway.

We hope that Santa brings everyone loads of happiness and fun times with your friends & family. Let the good times roll!!!!

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Christmas Giveaway!

Hello everyone! Here is a sweet and easy giveaway for you all - a good way to ring in the holiday season!

1 lucky winner from India wins a hamper from Votre which is India’s patented Bio-Cosmetic brand that offers 100% botanical, vegan & cruelty free products.
The products are developed in association with ace-laboratories in France & Tokyo using a highly innovative & patented line of active molecules imported from US, Europe & Japan!

Enter the giveaway in the widget below (on mobile's this will open in a new tab)

Christmas Giveaway

Results will be declared on the 24th of December 2015

Good Luck!

You can check out the brand and its details on www.jabong.com

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*Giveaway is brought to our readers by Jabong in association with Votre

Grand Finale - Jabong India Online Fashion Week

The excitement about the first ever Indian Online Fashion Week culminated with a grand finale held at the Le Meridien ballroom.

As designers showcased their talent, hearts went aflutter on seeing the handsome Aditya Roy Kapoor and the gorgeous Yami Gautam.

Grand Finale - Jabong India Online Fashion Week

Aditya Roy Kapoor walked the ramp for designer Nitin Bal Chauhan and he adorned the casual look.

Grand Finale - Jabong India Online Fashion Week - Aditya Roy Kapoor for Nitin Bal Chauhan

Yami walked for Rajdeep Ranawat in a beautiful full length dress. She looked so fairy like. I loved her loosely done side braid. Her makeup was kept simple and she looked very sweet.

Grand Finale - Jabong India Online Fashion Week - Yami Gautam for Rajdeep Ranawat

The entire night proceedings were telecast live on the internet as well.
The Grand Finale of Jabong Online Fashion Week chose its three aspiring artists across three categories; Ashish Gurbani (Best Photographer), Vipin Arora (Best Makeup artist) and Arvind Sharma (Best Hair artist).

My first grand experience of witnessing a night of glitz and glamour ended on a high note of scrumptious food and cocktails.

The entire collection showcased during the Indian Online Fashion Week is available on www.jabong.com and is thus the first ever shop able fashion week in the history of Indian Fashion!

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Tete-a-Tete With Yami Gautam For Jabong Online India Fashion Week

In June 2014 "in a move to further strengthen their position of India’s leading online fashion store", Jabong.com announced the first ever ‘India Online Fashion Week’. Mr. Praveen Sinha, Founder & Managing Director, Jabong.com and Mr. Arun Mehra, CEO, Talenthouse India, alongwith the ravishing actress Yami Gautam were present at the event. Yami Gautam is "one of the key mentors" of an event of such big stature. The India Online Fashion Week will raise its curtains on July 25th, 2014 and will be closed on July 30th, 2014. There will be participation from the who’s who of the Indian Fashion fraternity.

Yami wore a bright red skirt with a crop top and looked stunning as always! I had the opportunity to ask the beautiful Yami Gautam a few secrets about her beauty and fashion that I would love to share with you all. So while we wait for the India Online Fashion Week to begin lets see what Yami has to say!

Tete-a-Tete With Yami Gautam For Jabong Online India Fashion Week

OurExternalWorld: What is the secret behind your flawless looking skin?

Yami: There is no substitute for water and I make sure that I drink copious amount of it on a daily basis. Especially in the summer season , it’s very important to keep yourself hydrated. A dehydrated skin looks dull and lifeless. Apart from this, I go the organic way. I try to consume as much organic product as possible. Using organic makes a huge difference to your skin and hair. 

OurExternalWorld: What would you recommend to girls out there for looking beautiful?

Yami: I would recommend the young girls out there to follow homemade beauty treatments, they work the best. Stay away from chemicals. Also, it’s important for today’s generation to understand the concept of individuality. Wear what you like and be who you are!

“Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania” collection now available on Jabong.com!

India’s leading online fashion destination partners with the new upbeat movie by Karan Johar under Dharma Production-“Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania”. A part of the tie-up, Jabong.com will unveil an exclusive collection defining the new age fashion exuding élan, a range inspired by the movie and the looks of the lead star cast - Bollywood’s new heartthrobs  - Varun Dhawan playing Humpty Sharma and Alia Bhatt playing Kavya Pratap.

“Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania” collection now available on Jabong.com!

The star studded event was nothing less than a reunion for the cast as the lead stars Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt, waltzed into the stage with a fashion flash mob cavorting to the recent billboard hit from the film, ‘Saturday-Saturday’.  Also, gracing the event was Jabong’s spokesperson, Praveen Sinha, Founder and Managing Director, who unveiled the new collection along with Humpty and his Dulhania!

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Praveen Sinha, Founder and Managing Director, Jabong.com said, “We are highly elated to launch this stylish and chic ‘Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania’ collection on Jabong. We are only growing strength to strength in the e-commerce sector, and this collaboration exemplifies the stature we hold in the market. When such magnum opus brand names show an inclination in getting associated with us, it exudes nothing, but power of E commerce and Jabong. The fashion industry draws heavily from Bollywood, we at Jabong cater such eclectic needs of people. From international apparel honchos, to the classic Bollywood fashion parade, Jabong.com now has everything under one roof”.

Jabong.com Launches Exclusive Fashion Collection Inspired By “Main Tera Hero”

This summer,  Jabong.com, India’s leading fashion destination brings to you a peppy collection inspired by the upcoming entertainer – MAIN TERA HERO. The fashion collection which includes apparels, accessories and footwear was showcased at an event held in Mumbai and will be exclusively available on Jabong.com.  Bollywood fashion and Jabong have become synonymous. Retailing a series of Bollywood inspired collections on its website with super hits like Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and Dhoom 3. 

Jabong.com launches exclusive fashion collection inspired by “Main Tera Hero”

The association was announced in a much hullaballoo with the Main Tera Hero star cast – Varun Dhawan and Ileana D’cruz along with Mr. Praveen Sinha, Co-Founder, Jabong.com.

The youthful yet chic and stylish element of the movie perfectly synergises with the fashion quotient of Jabong.com. With the association, Jabong.com unleashes a collection with the most funky, quirky styles of the season, giving its customers a chance to emulate the movie stars. Main Tera Hero inspired collection offers trendy t-shirts for men and women, elegant dresses for young girls, vibrant and stylish pants, chic footwear range, cool sunglasses, trendy watches and modern jewellery.

Jabong.com launches exclusive fashion collection inspired by “Main Tera Hero”

Jabong.com hosts Asia’s first ever – Google+ Shoppable Hangout, live from the ramp at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014

*Press Release 

Jabong.com, India’s leading fashion destination is not just launching international label Dorothy Perkins in India at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014 but is also creating another innovation by hosting Asia’s first ever ‘Google+ Shoppable Hangout’. The hangout is scheduled on March 13, 2014 at 7:30 PM live from the main show area where the viewers would be able to see Dorothy Perkins Spring Summer 2014 collection and also shop from the ramp. To attend please visit http://jabo.ng/lakmehangout

Widely regarded as India's first and most famous celebrity blogger who blogs on Bollywood, Fashion & Lifestyle with a Desi Girl Twist, Miss Malini and Indian actress, model; television presenter and now a fashion designer known for her sartorial fashion, Mandira Bedi and India’s leading fashion Designer Anita Dongre known for cutting edge women apparel for the last two decades will host the hangout. This platform will provide the Indian consumer a completely new shopping experience.

Our External World & Jabong Spring Summer Collection 2014 - Look 3 - Printed Diva

And now for the final look for Street Chic presented by Our External World & Jabong Spring Summer Collection 2014. Check previous posts for the Summer Breather Look and Go All Bright.

Style 3: Printed Diva - sport a printed pair of leggings with a matching sling bag and a chic pair of ballerinas. Pair it with a summery white top and say hello to the world!

Printed Diva

While the 3 styles define the basic guidelines there are so many variations in the colors, prints, footwear and handbag styles. Now we present some pieces from Jabong that you can use to create your own versions of the above styles.

Showcasing footwear!

Flats Rule!

Our External World & Jabong Spring Summer Collection 2014 - Look 2 - Summer Breather

Here is the Look 2 for Street Chic presented by Our External World & Jabong Spring Summer Collection 2014. If you missed the first look then you can check it HERE.

Style 2: Summer Breather - don your favorite printed tee with a pair of denims. Add a dash of pink in your bag and slippers - hit the road in style!

Summer Breather

Summer breather look is casual laid back yet stylish and fun. You can check out printed tees and more colorful bags from Jabong.com. There is another look coming up shortly along with some more great footwear for you!

OurExternalWorld & Jabong Present Spring Summer 2014 - Look 1

The weather is changing, the sun's being happy and Jabong has loaded itself with tons of gorgeous stylish pieces. And so here I present my very own... 

Spring Summer 2014 collection

The look that we sport this season is Street Chic and our collection showcases 3 different ways to rock the Street!

I say lets make 2014 full of fun and lots of color. In keeping with this theme my collection is comfortable, summer friendly yet very stylish. Its time to take on to the street with a lot of confidence!

Style 1: Go all bright! Adorn a flowy bright colored shirt with a pair of black jeggings. Carry your essentials in a unique colorful bag. Let the feet walk comfortably in a pair of flats adorned with colorful beads.

Bold Bright Colors For Summer

Look 2 coming up in a short while. In the meantime visit Jabong.com and stay tuned.....

How To Be Fashionable While Working Out

Are you a fitness freak looking for ways to stay fashionable while you sweat it out? Look no further. Jabong.com has come up with an entire sports section where you can pick stylish clothes from brands like Puma and Adidas at great prices. This collection inspired by the upcoming movie Bhaag Milkha Bhaag has a huge range of clothes, shoes and sports equipment both for men and women.

I picked up some basic comfortable things to make the workout comfortable yet fashionable. My idea is to keep it simple and girly yet chic!

Fashion n Fitness by shilpagandotra

Elasticated Waist purple Trackpants
jabong.com

Track pants are great weather you are going for a run or hitting the gym. Take your pick from various options available.

Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani Collection At Jabong - My Picks

Jabong has come out with an entire collection of clothes, shoes, bags and accessories from the Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani movie. I have created my own ensembles from that collection. Check out my creations and let me know what you think!

Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani - Casual Chic

The first one is a white ensemble with just a dash of bright yellow thrown in with the sling bag. The attire is comfortable and functional whether you are out for a cup of tea or just a get together with your friends!

Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani Collection Casual Chic by shilpagandotra featuring Jabong.com

Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani - Comfy Casuals

Behind The Scenes

While I am busy testing out a few products I thought I'd share with you what is happening behind the scenes.

For starters I am trying out the Ofra B5 serum and my initial reaction is very positive. Let me test it out for some more time before I give my verdict on this product.

I also received a couple of sachets of the newly launched Dabur Vatika Henna and Olive Shampoo and their hair oil. I have tried the shampoo - again very positive initial reaction but I need to try it some more. I've passed on the oil to my mom as I strictly don't use any hair oil so the review for the hair oil will come from her.

Also I've been shopping a lot through my Facebook friends and although I don't have a single pic of all the recent purchases here is a peep at the anklet I recently bought - I love how sleek and simple it is - very elegant.

And last but not the least, here are two earrings I bought from Jabong.com - they had sent me a discount voucher of Rs 500 for Women's day and delivered the products the very next day! I am really happy with the earrings.

So what are you girls busy with this week?

Why I like shopping at Jabong

Online shopping is the latest craze - and why should it not be, with so many players we as consumers have a host of options to chose from - and to save you from the hassles of traffic and the crowd frenzy, online shopping gives you the convenience to shop when you want from where you want!

One of the websites for online shopping that is drawing so many shoppers to it is Jabong.com
If you watch TV you must have seen the advertisement about this website where the shopper is just going crazy - and what's good about that you may ask - well, the simple reason that the shopper is 100% satisfied and is having a ball shopping for his/her favourite products at his convenience.

Jabong.com is a fashion paradise. It offers such a huge array of products for both men, women and kids. Clothes, accessories, shoes and toys are just some of the products it has to offer. Jabong.com has many unique points that make it stand out and the most important out of these is their service. You can shop without any worries and rest assured of good quality, on time delivery, and easy returns in case you are not satisfied with your purchase.

Some of the things I am drooling for from their website are shown below - drool on!

This is just a sample of what is on my wishlist. Have you shopped at Jabong.com? If not what are you waiting for? Remember you also get some free discount vouchers on signing up so hurry!

This post is a part of Jabong Bloggers Contest. A pioneer in online shopping in India, Jabong.com promises to fulfill all your style based needs through its wide range of lifestyle products for men, women & kids.

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