From Bandish Bandits to a genre-fluid soundscape, Samad Khan is charting a path that’s as personal as it is powerful. I discovered Samad Khan through one of his infamous Instagram covers, covering one of my favourite Kaavish songs – and instantly knew I had stumbled upon an artist with something rare. Honest, funny, and refreshingly Read More
JJ Valaya’s journey is one of audacity, artistry, and heritage. As House of Valaya celebrates 30+ years, he reflects on a legacy born from passion and faith. In the late 1980s, at a time when fashion as an industry did not exist in India, Valaya found himself at a crossroads. “I was studying to be Read More
A soul-stirring song and video that captures the essence of the city that never sleeps and the countless people moving with no time to pause is what first brought Raghav Meattle’s music to my playlist. City Life by Raghav captures something that many of us feel so deeply while chasing the life we want in Read More
From boardroom to beyond, the corporate wardrobe is getting an edgy makeover! Delve into the editorial that highlights the duality of the usual 9-to-5 – pushing for a collision of work, style, and play with a punch of maximalism.
Everyone’s childhood favourite, Mickey Mouse, got an edgy transformation in Kanika Goyal Label and Disney’s latest collaboration. Titled “A Dream That Dreamed Itself,” the expansive 114-piece capsule bridges Goyal’s distinctly Indian lens and the dreamy nostalgia associated with the beloved character. Using upcycled denim and hand embroidery to paint the story, the surrealist collection is Read More
While fast-to-rise-and-fall fads rule the trend cycle in the era of social media, there’s one trend that refuses to ever truly leave. Backed by the Pinterest Predicts’ analysis, multiple runway looks, and streetwear pieces, 2025 is proving to be the year of celebrating the beauty of layered maximalism. A stark contrast from the rise of Read More
Take a peek inside any wardrobe, and you’re bound to find a trusty pair of denim. While this fashion staple may have lingered at the back of your closet in recent years, denim boasts a history as rich and layered as the fabric itself. Born from necessity, this iconic textile has transcended its utilitarian roots Read More
What was once tucked away between the secret playlists you’d only share with your closest friends, indie music is now dominating airwaves, streaming platforms, and festival lineups with the same conviction as any mainstream hit! Previously known only to those “in the know”, India’s indie music scene is making itself heard – and it’s louder Read More
The Met Gala is more than just a red carpet event; it’s a global fashion stage where the world’s most influential personalities take bold, creative risks. Hosted at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, the gala encourages attendees to interpret each year’s theme with daring imagination, making it a haven for avant-garde fashion and fearless Read More
The Met Gala, a.k.a. fashion’s Oscars, is the sartorial world’s favourite fundraiser. The 2025 Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” is meant to be an expression of Black dandyism. The exhibition is inspired by the 2009 book “Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity” by Monica L. Miller and Read More
It all began with a melody for Anumita – a serendipitous layering of guitar tracks on a computer screen in a makeshift studio built by her dad. “A melody came to me, and suddenly, I had the idea for a song. I felt happy, excited, and overwhelmed,” recalls Anumita. “I didn’t even know what to Read More
In its 25th year, Lakmē Fashion Week 2025 was all about paradoxes – tradition met technology, fluidity met structure, and art met utility. Gender norms were blurred, mixed metals and bold prints took centre stage, and corsets were given a fresh update by emerging and seasoned designers. Apart from designs that will rule the trend Read More
As summer approaches, bringing with it breezy cotton and linen outfits, pastel hues, refreshing cold drinks, and essential sunscreens, it’s time to experiment with the art of ornamentation. But amping up your look doesn’t mean overhauling your entire closet – sometimes, the right jewellery is all you need. There are plenty of brands to pick Read More
Conceived as a social cause to address the issues in cotton farming, No Nasties has been at the forefront of reversing fashion’s role in climate change with its 100% organic, fair-trade cotton ensembles. While the brand has focused on organic cotton since its inception 15 years ago, their latest collection marks a shift towards linen. Read More
Championing a style that juxtaposes both the new and the old, Sharvari has swiftly emerged as the new fashion ‘it’ girl. Whether she’s draped in a lavishly embroidered lehenga, pulling off an effortlessly edgy off-duty look, or seamlessly merging the two, the star has proven time and again that she’s a master of her sartorial Read More