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Ritu’s


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                                                                       Shades from Prada     Lipstick from stila

















                                                                       Denim jackets





                   artly feminine and partly funky is the best way to describe
                   Ritu Sakchiraphong’s rock chic style. This glamorous
             P mum of two loves pairing leather and denim pieces
             together, complete with a sexy heel.

             Having graduated with an advanced diploma in fashion design
             from Raffl es Design Institute, Ritu went on to launch her own   Michael Kors watch   Pearl-studded Footwork
             fashion label Utir by Ritu for a few years, prior to raising her children.      shoes for daily wear


             So how has her style changed since she became a mother? “Before
             I became a mother, I used to wear more heels during the day and   But what about the branded items that add a touch of
             I would be in tighter bodycon clothes,” she remembers. “Now, my   fl air to all her stylish outfi ts? “Oh, those were presents
             focus is on comfort and style at the same time. It is also about the   from my husband, parents and brother,” she shares.
             age, as you want to dress more maturely after a certain point.”  “If it were up to me, I wouldn’t buy these high-end
                                                                       pieces, but of course I enjoy the gifts, because they
             As someone who loves to experiment with fashion, Ritu admires   were from my loved ones.”
             others who think outside the box, like iconic Bollywood actresses
             Sonam Kapoor Ahuja and Kareena Kapoor Khan. “Sonam always   Since an early age, fashion has always played a big
             looks amazing, and I connect with Kareena because we both   role in Ritu’s life, especially since her father sells denim
             delivered around the same time, and have similar taste in fashion.”   apparel for a living. “If you saw me and my brother when
                                                                       we were younger, we were always dressed to impress.
             Not one to follow brands, Ritu is a frequent visitor at local   I learned from a young age that you should always dress
             markets, where she can bag a quick bargain. “I call myself budget   according to your personality. If you feel confi dent
             Barbie,” she says with a smile. “The markets in Bangkok are   in what you put together, you’ll always look great, no
             amazing because they are so affordable! Why spend so much   matter if it’s branded or local wear.”
             when you only end up wearing these outfi ts once or twice? I fully
             believe that you can carry anything off as long as you love it.   Makeup by Nui (IG: @makeup68nui)
             It doesn’t matter if it cost B99 or B1 million. It is more about   Hair by Witsanu (IG: @witsanu_natethip_nu)
             how you wear what you wear.”                              Photo shoot was done at Park Plaza Bangkok Sukhumvit 18

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