Here’s to the velvet verse of 2023 as the luxuriant fabric continues to redefine elegance and spell sensual chic in versatile avatars. We take a look at its modish history and how several design innovations have ensured that this forever fabric remains relevant. A season-agnostic staple that can be revived again and again for multiple Read More
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A Parisian Edition for VOGUE World 2024!
On June 23, Paris hosted the third edition of the Vogue World, themed around the French history of fashion and sports. Here’s everything you need to know about VOGUE World: Paris! The Place Vendôme, which sits in the first arrondissement of Paris, France, is one of the most beautiful neoclassical squares in the city. It Read More
Threads of Luminescence
Handwoven textile label Swati & Sunaina, the brainchild of co-founders, Swati Agarwal and Sunaina Jalan, is a luminescent tale of enlightening innovations on the loom. Here, Agarwal tells us about the rivers of India, reviving forgotten weaves, radiant drapes and more. The enchanting pure gold zari, indigenous silks and a treasure-trove of techniques that treat Read More
Glamour meets Culture at Ambani-Merchant Pre-Wedding Bash
Throwback to the event that garnered global attention for its extravagant arrangements and display of opulence, the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant emerged as a spectacular showcase of culture and luxury. As the youngest scion of one of the world’s wealthiest billionaires, Mukesh Ambani, Anant’s union with Radhika Merchant made headlines in Read More
Celebrity-Approved Cape Looks You Need In Your Wardrobe
Once symbols of aristocratic privilege, capes have evolved beyond their regal origins to assert themselves as a definitive power-infused style in fashion, captivating attention with their dramatic flair and ethereal allure. What’s truly captivating is the innovative approach designers are taking with this trend. With a myriad of fresh interpretations, there’s something to suit every Read More
Northeast, A New Spin
A new landscape of design innovations is crafting a promising story out of indigenous weaves, cultural contexts and sustainable movements. Here’s a deep dive into some of the aspects of happy disruptions. From being home to Hornbill and Ziro and several other coveted music festivals to housing an enviable tradition of textiles, to nurturing poetic Read More
The Shape of a Sari
‘Dabu’, Anavila’s Spring-Summer 2023 showcase, opened the Atelier on Sustainable Fashion day at Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) in partnership with Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). Inside the world of the linen queen and sari trailblazer, Anavila Misra, as she manipulates the volume of a six-yard to create a structure in fluidity. This season, textile-based Read More
New-Age Festive Sparkle: Celeb-Approved Fine Jewellery
Festivals bring joy, celebration, and an opportunity to adorn yourself with the finest fashion statement jewellery. This festive season, fine jewellery, especially the dainty pieces, has taken centre stage in the wardrobes of renowned celebrities, setting trends and redefining elegance. Dainty jewellery is known for its delicate designs that are both subtle and sophisticated. These Read More
Mrunal, The Modernista
Serving gram-worthy minimalist looks is Mrunal Thakur as the actor slips into an unpretentious look, playing the role of the contemporary fashion-and-tech savvy woman with an ultra-cool attitude. FL: What is your personal notion of beauty? MT: For me, beauty is the strength that one possesses, the kindness that one possesses, and the self-confidence that Read More
The Sovereignty of Spring
Diving into the handmade design-scape of Abu Sandeep’s distinctive lines of ‘Asal’ and ‘Mard’, which painted the theme of the luxury fashion house’s Spring-Summer 2023 showcase “The Majesty of Spring”, in aid of CPAA. Don’t miss the deets of the dreamy and modernist ensembles that paid an ode to hope and beauty. When longtime collaborators Read More
5 Times Alia Bhatt Stole the Show in Organza Sarees
We have heard that change is the only constant, and this statement perfectly applies to our day-to-day lives. India, where culture and festivities take huge prominence, has witnessed a massive transition in how these extra special moments are celebrated today. The country is changing with the times, which is evident in every aspect, including fashion. Read More
Bauble Mania
Known to craft bespoke jewels for her fashion-savvy clientele, Prerna Rajpal of Amaris by Prerna Rajpal curates a vacay-ready jewellery kit. Delhi-based jewellery designer Prerna Rajpal decodes some of the jewellery colours, shapes, and silhouettes that can create a soothing rage at summertime celebrations. From making a case for freshwater pearls to rooting for an Read More
Shimmer Lite for Summers
With couture-esque visual appeal, elevated creativity and a free-spirited vibe, costume jewellery is increasingly gaining favour among the Instagram generation of brides, who prefer personalised and unique jewellery pieces. “I had an exciting experience when I met a bride-to-be, who wanted to wear her mother’s wedding jewellery and a Kanjeevaram sari. She wanted to give Read More
Not a Wallflower Woman
With her latest campaign marking her first-ever association with ‘the magnificent Roman high jeweller’, Bvlgari, Jayanti Reddy elevates the ethos of the eclectic, unapologetic and free-spirited wearer, while embracing pastels and recasting ornate silver work in a summer-friendly avatar. In a first-of-its-kind association, global high-jewellery design house Bvlgari and Indian couturier Jayanti Reddy came together. Read More
Celebrity-Approved Sarees for the Modern Desi Girl
Generations come and go, yet the eminence of a saree stands strong. For some it might be an everyday affair, while some drapes patiently await their chance on the arrival of a special occasion. Every Indian household almirah treasures these six yards, each having stories to tell about the cherished past. The saree transcends the Read More