Ritika Mirchandani’s showcase at Lakmé Fashion Week 2026 emerged as a meeting point of softness and structure. At its heart, Confluence explored the many contrasts that shape our everyday lives – bringing opposing elements into dialogue rather than conflict. Fluid silhouettes, playful prints, and craft-driven accents formed the DNA of the designer’s latest offering, where Read More
Author: Prathiksha Shetty
A Return to Fragrance That Feels Familiar
Step inside a home in South Asia or the Middle East, and you’re instantly met with a sensory embrace. It’s the deep, resinous trails of bakhoor or the delicate, lingering smoke of an incense stick – a fragrant signature that defines many brown households. For generations, these scents were the backdrop of daily life, clinging Read More
Bombay Daak: Nostalgia, Poured and Plated
In a city that thrives on reinvention, Bombay Daak feels less like a new opening and more like a return – one that celebrates India’s age-old culture of daaru and chakna. At its helm are Niyati Rao and Sagar Neve, whose approach resists the urge to elevate through excess, choosing instead to refine through memory, Read More
Lakmē Fashion Week: Inside Amit Aggarwal’s Orizon
At Lakmē Fashion Week, Amit Aggarwal unveiled Orizon in collaboration with Indriya – a collection that traced a luminous journey from introspection to radiance. Known for his sculptural language and pioneering approach to material innovation, Aggarwal once again redefined the contours of Indian couture, merging his signature futuristic aesthetic with the richness of handloom textiles, Read More
Mirror of Time
India’s heritage is often cast in gold, yet in the vibrant corners of the country, a more dazzling brilliance catches the eye – the unmistakable gleam of mirror work. Tiny hand-embroidered discs of glass cling to fabric, not merely as decoration but as storytellers, narrating tales of the opulent history of folk traditions. Among India’s Read More
On Craft, Culture, and Modern Brides Ft. DOLLY J
Regal craftsmanship, contemporary silhouettes, and sustainable practices – Dolly J stands at the helm of the modern India that embraces global influences while staying culturally rooted. The designer, who has been a part of the fashion industry for over a decade, has been a witness to the changing sartorial choices of wedding and occasion wear Read More
Zegna Opens The ‘Family Closet’ At Milan Fashion Week
“Clothes of life, clothes for life, clothes with life,” is how Zegna introduced their latest collection, A Family Closet, in Milan. Trading their traditional closing slot for an opening, Zegna’s Alessandro Sartori opened the closet at the Milan Men’s Fashion Week with an assemblage that served as a visual celebration of cherished pieces, delicately laced Read More
Jacob Elordi Has Impeccable Taste in Bags
If there’s one thing Jacob Elordi does exceptionally well, it’s making an entrance at an airport with a carefully curated lineup of ‘It’ bags in tow. Hollywood’s favourite fashion guy has proven himself a true handbag devotee, with an ever-growing roster of utilitarian totes to statement-making pieces from Bottega Veneta’s coveted collections. The actor’s unassuming, Read More
6 Times Ananya Panday Aced the Modern Saree Look
It’s no secret that Ananya Panday’s wardrobe is a constant source of style inspiration. The actor has mastered the art of turning heads – whether she’s stepping out in a striking Roberto Cavalli silhouette or embracing Indian craftsmanship in a handwoven Ekaya Banaras saree. Among her many standout fashion choices, one thing Ananya consistently gets Read More
Olivia Dean’s Wardrobe Is Just As Effortless As Her New Album
The pop girl renaissance has a new favourite – Olivia Dean. With her latest album, The Art of Loving, Dean has solidified her status as one of the industry’s most exciting new musicians – and her style proves just as compelling. On its first day on Spotify, her album clocked in at over 16 million Read More
Resortwear to Make You Feel Like You’ve Checked Into The White Lotus
The allure of The White Lotus lies not just in its storytelling but in the sun-soaked resortwear that echoes the drama, intrigue, and unbridled luxury seen through characters lounging poolside and strolling sun-bleached corridors on screen. More than just a cult-favourite series with razor-sharp writing, it has become a style blueprint for aspirational holiday dressing, Read More
Dhruv Kapoor Debuts Womenswear at Milan Fashion Week
It’s no secret that Dhruv Kapoor is one of the most influential designers to come out of India. Time and again, Kapoor has showcased his vision of India and its timeless craftsmanship through his remarkable menswear designs. This year, the designer forayed into womenswear, debuting his unique creations at Milan Fashion Week. Titled Foundations & Read More
Legacy in Motion
India’s first Fashion Week celebrated its silver jubilee earlier this year. Under this spotlight, fashion, fantasy, and flair have come together time and again for the past two decades in a way that has altered the way the world views Indian fashion. In August 2000, the first edition of Lakmē India Fashion Week (LFW) was Read More
Of Memory, Motifs, and Majesty ft. SURBHI SHAH
A celebration of forgotten forts, the resilience of nature, and queens of the past. Designer Surbhi Shah unpacks the inspiration behind her new collection, where colour, craft, and the quiet power of heritage converge. In an era where fleeting trends often dictate what’s the style du jour, Surbhi Shah stands firm in her devotion to Read More
India Couture Week: Aisha Rao’s Maximalist Debut
A stray patch of fabric, discarded pieces, and forgotten elements – Aisha Rao’s creations turn what some might deem as waste into unforgettable couture masterpieces. At her debut at India Couture Week 2025, the design maven unveiled a collection that captured the untamed beauty of nature. Rao’s Wild At Heart featured creations that were a Read More