A celebrated couturier from Pakistan, Faraz Manan is a designer who has been making a mark with his ultra-glamourous masterpieces. Since the inception of his label in 2013, Manan has established himself as one of South Asia’s leading designers, adored by fashion connoisseurs beyond Pakistan. The Lahore-based label’s designs are famed globally for their impressive Read More
In a land as diverse as India, every festival weaves its own tale, each one telling a unique story of celebration and tradition. As the celebratory season approaches, it is the special time of year when the entire country comes together to celebrate the arrival of its beloved “Bappa.” While everyone gears up to celebrate Read More
Imagine being a novice in a field and achieving success with one of your ideas early on—what an impressive feat that would be! This is the story of Karthik, the designer behind the eponymous label Karthik Research. Despite having no formal degree in the field, his remarkable passion and determination enabled him to build a Read More
When it comes to weddings, brides have often stolen the spotlight with their precisely chosen outfits, leaving grooms in a dilemma. However, gone are the days when grooms played second fiddle. Today’s Indian grooms bring out their inner sartorialist through their choice of outfits for the plethora of pre-wedding festivities and their big day. One Read More
Celebrities spend months working on part of the film. When they begin with the film promotions, they blend their character’s traits, plotlines, or various signature aspects of their movie into their sartorial choices. Have you noticed them embodying elements of their reel characters into their red carpet looks? This trend is called “Method Dressing”, which Read More
An update on the six-yard innovations that are ruling the popularity charts this season, redefining the sari sentiment for millennials and Gen Z. Every desi fashion enthusiast owns a massive collection of saris. Saris continue to remain a wardrobe staple that has witnessed an evolution of styles and silhouettes and, of course, a shift in Read More
Sparkling with edgy details, Falguni Shane Peacock creations continue to push the bar while keeping traditions alive for the Indian consumer. The global luxury market is witnessing the return of the luxury consumer-marked by a type of splurge or revenge shopping. Experts say that these consumers are driven by the urge to make up for Read More
Facilitating fluidity, ease and movement, Punit Balana’s creations are as much a rage with Bollywood celebs as with a new generation of women who love to vibe with tradition and freedom of expression. If clothes are an expression of one’s personality, then Punit Balana’s creations are an expression in creativity and culture, heritage and happiness. Read More
The multifaceted Natasha Poonawalla impeccably personifies the quote, “More is more, less is a bore.” While browsing through her over-the-top Instagram feed, one can’t help but feel like they’re flipping through the covers of an editorial magazine. Her visionary knack and pulse for understanding fashion keep her ahead of the game. For someone who embodies Read More
Aditi Rao Hydari needs no introduction when it comes to her roster of regal Indian wear. The actor’s affinity towards ethnic glam never fails to serve a lesson in effortless elegance. Hydari’s scene-stealing sartorial choices are bound to tingle inspiration for celebratory occasions. From heritage-infused anarkalis to scene-stealing shararas, Aditi’s looks are all about classic Read More
Lipsticks are an indispensable part of a woman’s make-up vault, transforming her look with a single swipe of highly pigmented shade. Here’s a hand-picked list of lip colours that are worth a place in your festive caddy! The festive season is just around the corner, and we can’t help but think about the celebrations and Read More
Invest in the ultimate luxe life with fashion’s perennial favourite ‘It’ bags that have stood the test of time, and how! It is rather fascinating and enthralling how a commodity invented for purely utilitarian purposes went on to become luxury fashion’s most valued asset. Today, luxury bags from esteemed global brands yield a whopping resale Read More
Delving into India’s multifaceted history of jewellery making witha one-of-a-kind museum in the Pink City. Decades after India’s liberation from British rule, the search for the scattered pieces lost under colonialism still seems inexhaustible. Today, a grand indo-Islamic structure – the Museum of Meenakari Heritage (MoMH) – in the heart of Jaipur celebrates the legacy Read More
One of India’s most prestigious fashion exhibits, India Couture Week by FDCI, kicked off on July 24. Over the next eight days, fourteen top labels will showcase their newest collections, which genuinely exemplify Indian artistry to the tee. These ateliers are ready to show their expertise through their avant-grande silhouettes, which celebrate the country’s rich Read More
With a design vocabulary consisting of Gota Patti, Dori embroidery, and block-printing, Devnaagri’s designs weave a story of tradition, heritage, and craftsmanship. Infusing their artful designs with time-honoured techniques and silhouettes, the label’s creations spotlight India’s rich artisanal culture. Keep reading as the duo, Priyanka Jain and Kavita Jain, dive deeper into their design philosophy, Read More