The wedding season has officially taken over our social calendar. Whether you’re tying the knot, playing a bridesmaid or just sashaying the soirees as the spotlight-stealer, here’s something to know! With a lot of shopping on your plan of action list, the Black Friday Sale at Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop just made it better. It is Read More
Fashion
The Ever-Enchanting Kundan Jewellery
Handcrafted to flaunt and bequeath, kundan jewellery pieces are a staple in every heirloom treasure box or bridal trousseau. Tracing its origin from the imperial era, the jewellery has settled as a mainstay but evolved with time and modern influences. Also known as jadau jewellery, the craftsmanship of these pieces are honed by special jewellers Read More
A Stylish Step Towards Sustainable Living
Good vibes, conscious mind and fine choices- your home is a true reflection of your personality. Whether you like white-washed walls, have a penchant for handicrafts or like to portray your creative soul through art pieces, there’s something more than simply having an ambience that says “Nice to see you, come on in!” Besides pleasing Read More
An ode to heirloomsÂ
“Your signature style is within you! No matter what you do, it doesn’t change.”-Ridhi Mehra Known for beautiful prints and intricate embroider, Ridhi Mehra once again stole a million hearts with her latest collection ‘An ode to Heirlooms‘. Exploring her roots and reflecting on her family’s cultural duality, she staged a personal yet extremely powerful Read More
Nature’s Endless Affair with Fashion
“Inspiration can come from anywhere” is a line that is passed around like a daily mantra in the world of design. Proving it time and again with her collections, Anju Modi designer has established one thing: nature has endless possibilities and can influence breathtaking art & design. She has been known to incorporate attributes of Read More
Offbeat Desi Looks For Men
Eccentric new hybrids of classic ensembles are the new wave in men’s fashion this season. A well-heeled gentleman’s wardrobe is no longer limited to the demure basics. Offbeat desi looks were championed by fashion powerhouses like Kunal Rawal, Payal Singhal, Amaare amongst many others on the runway this year. Defying notions, gender-fluid and experimental, the Read More
Time Travel Meets Couture
Unfolding the culture rooted art & craft to form a significant element of Indian couture, Anju Modi has carved a niche for herself in the fashion sphere. The name Anju Modi might instantly resonate with us as the iconic costume designer behind the two revered magnum opus movies Ram Leela and Bajirao Mastani. Her ensembles Read More
Playful Prints by Dev R Nil
Dev R Nil is a Kolkata based designer label founded by duo Debarghya and Navonil. They have created a niche in the field of Pret and Bridal couture. Their forte lies in re-inventing and redefining design, season after season; and they are known for creating a contemporary spin on Indian aesthetics. Along with fashionable outfits, Read More
Fusion Elan by Dev R Nil
The fusion wave is here to stay. Dominating the trend charts and closets of most of the celebrities, fusion wear has a huge fan base across the globe. Time-honoured Indian textile and craftsmanship customized in cutting edge silhouettes lend a statement that can never go unnoticed. Unravelling the glam quotient of Indian wear and breathing Read More
Rich Pickings
As October slowly makes way for the wintry months ahead, it’s time to make some space in your wardrobe for the colours of the season. Move over peachy summer hues to bring in regal jewel tones that can go from big fat weddings to low-key date nights with equal ease. Here are some colours that Read More
Reasons to Ditch your Lehenga for the Next Sangeet
The sangeet night includes the most action-packed festivities of the wedding affair. A dance clash between team bride and team groom, grooving to your favourite numbers, partying till the wee hours, be prepared for glitz and glamour galore. From getting competitive on the dance floor to channelling your A-game glamour, your agenda will need a Read More
Designer Focus: The Couture World of Jayanti Reddy
Hailing from Hyderabad, couturier Jayanti Reddy is popular for her penchant for making Indian craftsmanship look whimsical. The self-taught designer, with her creative brilliance, imagines old world charm in a contemporary narrative. Robust with archival embroidery details embedded on handwoven textiles, her wedding wear is like a dream come true for every bride-to-be. Her repertoire Read More
Zodiac Style Guide: Scorpio
Ever wondered why most of the people in fashion are Scorpios? Think about it. Anna Wintour, Calvin Klien, Helmut Newton, Robbie Myers, among many others. That says something right! It’s their nature of being prepared, careful and balanced. They are passionate, practical and mysterious, and have an innate and magical ability to seamlessly combine creative Read More
Reinventing Classic Sarees with New Pairings
Versatile, timeless, stylish- salute the glorious Indian saree! From dawn to dusk, sarees are not just reserved for traditional days in this age and time but also off-duty adventures. Being a millennial, I’ve always thought of wearing sarees with a fresh perspective. Pairing them with off-beat bustiers and layers, crisp shirts and cigarette pants or Read More
THE ENTERTAINERS
We turn the lens on the leading minds who craft and enable entertainment in all its forms, the creatives who put interesting food on our tables, write comedy sets that leave everyone in splits and imagine experiences worth remembering a lifetime. Photographed by Appurva Shah Styled by Aishwarya Ray AD SinghRestaurateur The sharply detailed and Read More