Ageing and its representation in popular culture are becoming an increasingly gendered experience. The fact that it is always looked a from a woman’s perspective limits our already sketchy understanding of ageing and does nothing to help. To switch the viewpoint, we ask four men about their experiences of growing older, and the reward and Read More
Interview
My Own Way
Outfit by Gauri & Nainika ; Jewellery by Diosa It’s a bustling Monday afternoon and the rain gods are being a tad bit too generous on this day. Amidst the chaos and madness of a shoot, Athiya Shetty walks in wearing an oversized F.R.I.E.N.D.S sweatshirt with boyfriend jeans and flip-flops. And yet there’s a certain Read More
Modern views & traditional looms: An Interview with Kshitij Jalori
In just three years, fashion and textile designer Kshitij Jalori has managed to alter the way the world views Indian fabrics with his eponymous brand that is deeply rooted in textiles. As he showcased his collection at his first Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive ’19, we got a chance to speak to him about everything from Read More
Rakul Reinvented
After making waves down South, Rakul Preet Singh is all set to conquer Bollywood, one hit film at a time. Between celebrating the success of her recent film De De Pyar De and shuttling between cities to shoot her next, we caught up with the dynamic diva to talk about everything from Bollywood to fashion. 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
Heavenly Bodies
In a time where star kids are born to rule the silver screen and social media is swamped with cookie-cutter celebrities, there still exists a small yet impactful group of actors who make us want to watch a movie for the storyline and characters above everything else. On a quiet Saturday morning, Kalki Koechlin walks in red-nosed and Read More
The Ikat ’19 collection by Label D
Earlier this month, Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop celebrated the launch of a new collection by Label D at the Bandra Store. With just a splash of colour that the summer of 2019 years, Label D launched the Ikat ’19 collection that stands out on its own merit and the result is eye-catching hues of bold and 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
Payal Singhal brings Turkey to India
On the 27th of March, a warm summer afternoon, Payal Singhal launched her latest 20th-anniversary collection ‘Sanat’ at Pernia’s Pop-Up Studio. The powerhouse and adulated couturier showcased the collection inspired by her travel influences to Turkey. Featuring a mastery of prints inspired by Turkish art, light and comfortable fabrics, and taking the trend of print-on-print, Read More
Brand Focus: Golden Gazelle Fine Jewellery
Coming from three generations of diamond merchants and jewellers, Anushka leads her fine jewellery label- Golden Gazelle with modern-day relevance and aesthetics. Unlike other occasion wear labels, Golden Gazelle handcrafts exquisite jewellery that dresses you up for everyday looks. Various events and days go by blur in our fast-paced life. The best way to distinctly remember 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