When it comes to an Indian wedding and the celebrations revolving around it, the things that first pop into our minds include the colour red, lehengas, and hefty adornments. But the brides of this generation are here to ditch ’em all – except elegance! It’s no secret that the bridal wardrobe selection process is stressful. Read More
Few things embody the idealised view of divine elegance in the universe more than a frothy tulle gown. The tulle gown is perpetually associated with white wedding bridal wear, red carpet dressing and catwalk staple. The subliminal qualities of a gown customised in fine netting comes to serve as a symbol of whim and fantasy. Read More
Widely known as Passmenteirs in France, Latkans in South-Asia to Tzitzit in Israel- 2022 saw a revival of this antiquated embellishment in fashion. Tassels, loosely hanging threads knotted and decorated with different elements, trace their history to biblical times and the Vedic period. Initially used in religious settings, tassels were only added in prayer beads Read More
Often chastised for being bold, independent, and opinionated, women have reclaimed their power from the patriarchal mindset and moved on to conquer their legacy. Yet, it seems we have scaled only half the mountain. Being well of in the 21st century, gender roles still passively dictate most of our choices and ideas. IWD (International Women’s Read More
Whether you dig through heirloom trunks or your grandmother’s collectibles, you’ll find a treasure of memories, antique things, and pieces of exquisite crafts that evoke a sense of nostalgia and carry the charm of the good old days. Cross stitch embroidered linens, pillow tops, coasters, and ornamental mats are intuitive of such a sentimental yearning. Read More
Growing up, we’ve all associated heavily-embellished & maximalist Indian outfits with weddings. But times they are a-changin’, and no longer are we bound to just one dress code for the celebrations! The evolution of our collective mindsets can be credited to the pandemic that gave birth to the need for ease. Not long before the Read More
Power dressing started to gain prominence in the 1980s when women embraced the structured and tailored attires meant for men. This led to the ascension of androgyny and power dressing as a popular style for women. The rise of avant-garde silhouettes challenged the social constructs around gender. Designers adopted gender-ambiguous themes leading to a change Read More
Whether it’s a fashion enthusiast following a sartorial pledge or a designer driven to conserve art, sustainability has become more than a buzzword in the course of time. One of its important aspects is conserving clothing that have legacy like the bridal sarees, salwar kameez sets, lehenga cholis, kurtas etc. While the world has established Read More
Brocade is a self-patterned decorative fabric made using the technique of jacquard weaving —imprinting a tightly woven design on top of the background weave. The embossed texture of brocade has a rich look and feel to it; historically known to be adorned by wealthy people of society. Brocade crafted ensembles signified the nobility and power Read More
New Year, New Me calls for a New Look! With a fresh year fast-approaching, the talk of resolutions is in the air, as always. This time, if you’re also the one caught up in this conversation, rope in a fashion resolution. End this year with a vow to upgrade your wardrobe. Bid farewell to looks Read More
Mechanical manufacturing may have evolved fashion in the modern age but handmade craftsmanship continues to hold its high value. The mastery of artisans rendering patchwork, applique work, the art of crochet, quilting and cross-stitch embroidery bequeathed to new generations is still thriving in fashion, courtesy of a few revivalist designers. Handmade Extraordinaire Every handcrafted piece Read More
Full of delightful complexities, the contemporary woman is beautiful, classy and best of all, stylish in her own unique way. Both femininity and strength coexist within her, making her the free-spirited and driven force she is. Here’s a lowdown on defining pieces in a modern woman’s closet that shape her personality. Pantsuits It’s not a Read More
The fact that fashion is cyclical is not hidden, even from the ones who don’t go gaga over ever-changing trends. Everything that has made an impact before is bound to make a comeback in the future, and this year’s hero has been the Y2K aesthetic. The buzz it has been creating over the internet cannot Read More
Indian wedding celebrations are quintessentially colourful and vivacious. While the brides set the tone with vermillion reds, maroons, jewel tones, pastels and refreshing sorbet colours, they’re also game to experiment with an unconventional colour palette. The defining colour of all things celebratory universally, gold has struck the right chord with bridal aesthetics. The metallic hue Read More
Christmas is upon us and we all know what that means; celebrations, gifts and best of all, glam outfits! We say, this year, take inspiration from your favourite fictional divas for dressing to impress. Whether you’re attending a fancy soirée, a casual get-together or a sweet Christmas date, here are looks worthy of recreation. Blair Read More