In Bobo Calcutta’s world, fashion resists definition. Instead, it exists as an instinctive confluence of all things close to art and identity. Founded by Ayushman Mitra, the art-laden label has steadily carved a language that is as emotional as it is visual, rooted in memory, mythology, and the quiet chaos of its namesake city. There Read More
At Lakmē Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026, fashion resisted its own instinct for spectacle. There was no urgency to provoke and no desire to overwhelm the runway. Instead, the ramp recalibrated toward a more deliberate expression of style where fashion felt more natural, grounded, and real – like something that belongs in our everyday lives rather Read More
In an industry that rarely pauses for breath, where everything seems to arrive already halfway to obsolescence, Florian Hurel has chosen a slower, more exacting rhythm. His world is built on steadiness and on showing up. Not out of reluctance, but purely out of care. The sort of care that comes from returning, again and Read More
A Delhi boy. A boarding school. A stage.And everything he unlearned along the way. There’s a certain expectation we place on men as they grow, that they sharpen, steady, perhaps even shed the parts of themselves that feel too soft, too playful, too unguarded. That somewhere along the way, the boy must make way for Read More
On belonging, instinct, and the discernment of choosing differently, Rasika Dugal reflects on finding her way into acting, building a body of work without a formula, and learning to stay with uncertainty. The first time I met Rasika Dugal, it was not on a set or a stage, but at her Bandra home on a Read More
In a world chasing instant results, Ayurveda invites us to slow down and return to rituals steeped in intention with age-old practices carrying the quiet wisdom of generations. Here’s a lowdown on time-tested botanicals redefining the future of skincare through a philosophy that sees beauty as balance. In the ever-expanding world of skincare, many consumers Read More
India’s heritage is often cast in gold, yet in the vibrant corners of the country, a more dazzling brilliance catches the eye – the unmistakable gleam of mirror work. Tiny hand-embroidered discs of glass cling to fabric, not merely as decoration but as storytellers, narrating tales of the opulent history of folk traditions. Among India’s Read More
The fascination for timekeepers isn’t new; humans have always been enthralled with the concept of time, whether it be ancient Egyptian sundials or your boss’s Patek Philippe – time bears it all. In the world of horology, every second is precious and desire gets distilled within dials. Embark on a journey through time as we Read More
In the language of wedding fashion, the veil is punctuation, poetry, and power all at once. A lehenga may set the stage, but it is the veil that delivers the finale. Every bridal look has that one defining detail – and this season, all eyes are on the veil. At most weddings, just before the Read More
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
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
Ice blue lagoons, unlimited mai tais, and the sunsets that turn the horizon gold – what more could one want from life? Picture this: you hop onto a seaplane with breathtaking views of underwater worlds, jungle trails, and tropical scapes that inspire your most idyllic island fantasies. Where land dissolves into the sea and time 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