The new generation of designers is stitching the next chapter of Indian fashion – authentically and on their own terms. We caught up with Somya Lochan of Quarter, Abhishek Shinde of Abhichiq, and Yash Patil of That Antiquepiece to uncover their vision, roots, and what’s next. ABHICHIQ FL: How would you describe Abhichiq’s DNA to Read More
On July 14, Italian luxury fashion house Dolce & Gabbana staged its Alta Sartoria 2025 show, transforming Rome’s historic Ponte Sant’Angelo – a bridge overlooking the Tiber River – into a scene of religious pageantry. A sweeping ode to couture, craft and culture, the Alta Sartoria 2025 was nothing short of cinematic. Paying tribute to Read More
With a legacy spanning more than seven decades, Dior has long shaped the way we dress. Over the years, a series of exceptionally talented designers have continued to elevate Dior’s legacy, infusing the brand with a fresh design language that adds to the couture house’s history. From Christian Dior’s debut collection in 1947, which revolutionised the Read More
If there’s one person who nails the model-off-duty aesthetic just as effortlessly as she commands the runway, it’s Kendall Jenner. From the 11-year-old tomboyish girl featured on Keeping Up With the Kardashians to one of the most recognisable supermodels of our time, Kendall’s evolution has been nothing short of iconic – and so has her Read More
Fashion is no stranger to quirky trends, and there’s a new one in town! Labubus, plush monster dolls with wide eyes and mischievous smiles, are the latest product to go viral on TikTok. The Labubu doll was created by Hong Kong-based artist Kasing Lung. Born in the Netherlands, Lung drew inspiration from Nordic mythology to Read More
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