With voluminous lehengas, dramatic florals and sensuous cholis, Mahima Mahajan has become one of India’s most favoured designers in the modern bridal wear market. From brides to their bridesmaids, every new-age shopper’s dream destination lies in Delhi’s Chhatarpur neighbourhood, at Mahajan’s magnificent three-storey studio. However, the signature blooms we see today were not always her Read More
The opening day of Milan Fashion Week set the tone, with some of the industry’s most coveted houses bringing their A-game and redefining menswear through extraordinary design sensibilities. Stealing the spotlight was the final crescendo by luxury label Dsquared2, which transformed the runway into an immersive alpine playground – an ode to the brand’s Canadian Read More
Sheer capes, sultry necklines, scintillating silhouettes and more – India Couture Week 2025 was a gala of all things dynamic and dramatic. But the runway trends that caught our eye? Read on for the most arrestive statements for this wedding season we spotted. This year, Hyundai India Couture Week brought the most riveting lineup of Read More
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
Some journeys begin quietly, almost imperceptibly, until they bloom into something extraordinary. For Jayanti Reddy, fashion wasn’t born of formal schooling or meticulous planning, it was seeded in childhood, nurtured by a mother whose creativity remained a constant inspiration. “I began creating pieces as a hobby. The appreciation and encouragement I received early on gave Read More
Voluminous skirts in vivacious hues, rich silk kurtas and a cluster of smiling faces twirling and grooving, immersed in what seems like a celebration you’d definitely want to be a part of – all these things have one thing in common – Abhinav Mishra’s captivating mirror embroidery. The Delhi-based designer, who laid the foundation for Read More
Anyone who loves music is familiar with Lollapalooza – a music festival that arrives every year with a stellar artist lineup and an overwhelming sense of FOMO. So, if you’ve already booked your tickets, let us help you with GRWMs that will have the internet talking for days. Just like your playlist, your Lolla look Read More
After a decade away, Ralph Lauren made their long-awaited return to the runways at the Milan Fashion Week, which took place at the iconic Palazzo Ralph Lauren. And one thing was clear from the moment the first model stepped onto the runway: it was worth the wait. This season, Ralph Lauren tied past and present Read More
“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
Guided by the quiet power of wabi-sabi, Divyam Mehta breathes new life into forgotten ancestral weaves. In conversation with First Look, the creative force shares how he preserves authenticity – an element that lends his designs their distinctive soul. Born out of deep reverence for Indian textile traditions, Divyam Mehta’s eponymous label reflects a seamless Read More
A homage to the sepia-toned intimacy of 90s Indian weddings, where unfiltered moments took centre stage, the warmth of home defined the truest celebration, and style was born of comfort, and belonging.
With the fashion cycle preparing to turn once more, attention shifts to Milan as the menswear calendar approaches its next chapter. As the industry looks ahead to the Fall/Winter 2026–27 season, focus naturally returns to the designers who have consistently shaped the language of menswear over time. Among them, Ralph Lauren stands resolute, defined by Read More
As the fashion calendar turns its attention to a new season, Milan Fashion Week returns as one of the industry’s most closely watched junctures. A cornerstone of the international fashion calendar, the Italian capital once again becomes a focal point this January, offering a lens into the industry’s evolving dialogue between heritage and innovation. Long Read More
For over two decades, Amit Arora has quietly reshaped the language of menswear. His design philosophy has evolved in tandem with the changing tastes of the modern Indian man. The new-age groom, he notes, wants more than nostalgia – a challenge that demands both creativity and restraint. Arora embraces this evolution, marrying cutting-edge elements with Read More
Before we’ve fully processed everything that unfolded in 2025, Milan is already calling us back. The city is once again preparing to host the Fall/Winter 2026 Men’s collections, with anticipation running especially high this season. This year marks Ralph Lauren’s highly anticipated return to Milan, after nearly two decades away from the men’s calendar. Zegna Read More