A creative tapestry of woven heritage unfolds as Arjan Dugal continues to uphold the uninterruptedelegance and legacy of Simar Dugal. The rich tapestry of Simar Dugal, an esteemed fashion label, has seamlessly woven itself into the fabric of Indian design legacy. As its beacon, the late Simar Dugal left behind an indelible mark, passing the Read More
Designer Interviews
The Artisan of Fusion
Reimagining Indian couture as timeless stories, Abhinav Mishra continues to blend cultural influences into glimmering threads and vibrant hues. Amidst the vibrant tapestry of India’s heritage, intricately woven into modern design, Abhinav Mishra stands as a visionary with a unique approach of his own. Renowned for his exquisite designs, Abhinav’s collections beautifully marry the rich Read More
A Symphony In Motion
Payal Singhal’s new demi-couture collection takes centre stage as she unveils ‘Fashion in Motion’; an ode to her 25 years of bohemian elegance. Amidst the grand celebration of a quarter-century of exceptional creativity, Payal Singhal proudly unveils the Fashion in Motion collection, an ode to renewal and resilience. As her eponymous label marks its 25th Read More
The Fashion Royalty
Ananya Panday and Manish Malhotra – the muse and the designer – come together to unveil a scintillating chapter of embellished evenings set against a dazzling destination for First Look. Actor Ananya Panday turned up as muse for the master of Indian couture, Manish Malhotra as they came together to create a sartorial dream at Read More
Weaving Surrealism
Sanjay Garg, founder of Raw Mango, on disrupting the textile space in India. Parrot, Mogra, Monkey. Angels and aliens. Traditional yet liberal. Rooted yet disruptive. Heritage seen through the lens of individuality. Textiles reimagined, woven and packaged with unapologetic rawness – one that transmutes into hyperlocal visuals painted with the warm tone of nostalgia. Binaries Read More
Saris Uninterrupted
Is sari an identity product of the past or does it have a modern metamorphosis? From loom to luxury, First Look maps design interventions in the landscape of handwoven saris. In several of his interviews, Hyderabad-based designer Gaurang Shah, founder of label Gaurang, has reiterated that growing up, he felt women were ready to move Read More
Art Meets Fashion in Jatin Malik Couture’s Latest Collection
It is no secret that Jatin Malik is one of the country’s most creative couture designers. A master of high-end ensembles with a distinct inspiration and global appeal, he likes to keep himself involved in his work and evolve with time in order to create timeless, intelligent designs. In the drive to create India’s most Read More
Ohaila Khan at Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop
Ohaila Khan presented her latest Bridal & Festive collections at Pernia’s Pop-Up Studio, Bandra on the 17th & 18th of May at an exclusive pop-up. The collections featured an array of classic Indian silhouettes mixed with Russian influences to create the perfect dose of drama for your festive wardrobe. Modern lehengas, robes shararas and anarkalis Read More
Festive Iridescence: In a conversation with Varsha Wadhwa
Summer festivities have officially begun and it’s time to usher into a refreshing delight with a wardrobe that encapsulates the new season. Varsha Wadhwa , an upcoming and promising designer of the new-age synchronizes her designs prominently with the essence of the season. Fascinated by all her travels around the world, her own demi-couture women’s Read More
Vaishali S on fostering a disappearing craft & community
Slow fashion is gaining momentum at a fast pace. Courtesy: Familiarity and awareness led by sustainable design practitioners. One such high-end fashion label that concerns craft and community on par with style quotient is Vaishali S. Transforming Indian handloom into wearable work of art, Vaishali S is one of the few connoisseurs who understand the Read More
Brand Focus: The Grey Heron
Earlier this month, we hosted a star-studded in-store event featuring The Grey Heron at The Stylist, Khar. Signature breezy styles by the label were displayed attuned with the summer season. The Grey Heron by Jesse Sandhu is coveted for its comfortably chic outfits that distinguish the wearer in the crowd. The store displayed pieces from Read More
A Fusion of Style: An interview with Pranay Baidya
Born in Calcutta, the city known for its literary, artistic and revolutionary heritage, Pranay Baidya Men has been immensely celebrated by the fashion community. We caught up with him at The Wedding Vastra event at Pernia’s Pop-Up Studio, where he took us through his journey and where his desire to be a designer came from. From Read More
Jewels of Jaipur- A tribute to the artwork of Pink City
On the 29th and 30th of November, Pernia’s Pop-Up Studio presented The Bridal collective- A delightful extravaganza dedicated to the wedding season. Featuring fine jewellery by Jewels of Jaipur, Julie by Julie Shah luxury prêt wear & bridal and fusion wear by Rebecca Dewan, the 2-day gala showcased the most-desired looks for the wedding season. Read More
Trousseau Treasures: Meet Shehla Khan
At Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, our mission is to give every woman a chance to style her life in her own way. On the 24th of November, Shehla Khan who believes in the same purpose, introduced her latest collection at Pernia’s Pop-Up Studio, Kala Ghoda. Inspired by women and in her words, ‘with an aspiration to Read More
Rebecca Dewan: From the Atelier to the Runway & Beyond
Promising and distinguished, Rebecca Dewan’s eponymous label has carved a niche for itself in a short span of time. Discover more about the sartorialist’s inspirations and journey, as we catch up with Rebecca at the preview of The Bridal Collective, hosted at the Pernia’s Pop-Up Studio flagship store at Kala Ghoda. Q: Tell us something about your Read More