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
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
However, I really enjoy my own country. Being from the Armed Forces, I have travelled extensively within my own country to places that nobody has heard of. So, travelling has much to do with experiences and what I do there rather than the place itself. – LAKSHMI RANA Lakshmi Rana, revered as the Queen of Read More
Dayena Erappa, the former athlete and Miss India 2016 contestant, is amongst the most acclaimed names in the Indian fashion industry. Renowned for her striking features and a successful modeling career, she shares insights into her life beyond the runway in a candid chat with First Look. FL: Outside of the fashion world, what hobbies Read More
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
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
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
It’s official – Indian menswear is the new cool! With designers diversifying the sector and introducing fresh styles, men no longer have to settle for boring and predictable fashion choices. For ages, the market was dominated by formal and occasion-specific attire, which left them with little flexibility to create their unique style statement. From funky Read More
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
When it comes to weddings or celebrations of any kind, nothing beats India. Brimming with culture & tradition, our country is known to go all-out and make everything an elaborate affair! In line with this larger-than-life narrative is the fashion industry, with designers & craftsmen creating wonders out of their ateliers. The Big Fat Indian Read More
Earlier this year, renowned designer Tarun Tahiliani, celebrated 25 glorious years of his eponymous label with a lavish celebration. Paying homage to his decades-long design legacy and reflecting on his creative vision of the past two-and-a-half decades, on July 16, the designer launched his Autumn/Winter 2020 Bridal & Festive wear collection titled ‘Pieces Of You’. Read More
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
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
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
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