Indian Couturier Gaurav Gupta unveiled his latest work of art at Haute Couture Week, drawing profound inspiration from the ancient Indian philosophy of Advait, or non-duality. The show was put in motion with a breathtaking display of black architectural gowns, each one intricately embroidered with constellations that sparkled like stardust. Swiftly, an enigmatic figure stepped Read More
Paris Men’s Fashion Week 2026 unfolded like a series of quiet confrontations. Not with the system, but with the self. Designers resisted the urge to impress, choosing to pause, to withhold, to rework familiar codes through subtle disruption. Across collections, a shared refusal to conform emerged, shaping a fashion week defined by tension – between Read More
Kartik Research, the New Delhi-based label founded by Kartik Kumra, is rapidly establishing itself on the global luxury stage, and reshaping international perceptions of contemporary Indian design. As the first India-based label to feature on the official calendars of Paris Fashion Week 2025, and most recently spotted on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the Read More
Shown at Milan Men’s Fashion Week, Brioni’s Fall Winter 2026 collection presents a clear and confident view of modern menswear. The season is built around the idea of an “Italian Grand Tour”, not as a journey through places, but as a way of thinking. Rather than referencing specific locations, the collection focuses on ways of Read More
In the heart of Milan, Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall/Winter 2026–27 show delivered a striking collection titled “The Portrait of Man”. This presentation transcended traditional fashion, evolving into a powerful statement that redefines masculinity through a rich blend of energy, individuality, and artisanal craftsmanship. More than just garments, this collection celebrated the complexities of manhood, boldly Read More
Louis Vuitton has never been one to shy away from letting ideas shape its clothes. Opening Paris Men’s Fashion Week Fall/Winter on Tuesday, January 20, the house once again leaned into its long-standing ambition to exist within a wider cultural conversation, positioning fashion as a form of expression rather than mere display. The show unfolded Read More
Milan’s Men’s Fashion Week Fall 2026 wasn’t about noise – it was about nuance. Beyond the spectacle of the runway, the season revealed collections driven by purpose and intention. Menswear this season felt shaped by designers who approached fashion with confidence, clarity, and a strong sense of storytelling. Amid a jam-packed schedule of showcases, a 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
Every year, Pinterest Predicts offers a rare kind of insight. Unlike trend reports that look outward – at runways, celebrity styling, or industry cycles – Pinterest looks inward, decoding what people across generations are actively searching, saving, and planning to wear next. It is less about aspiration, more about intent. The 2026 report is particularly 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
The opening day of Milan Fashion Week set the tone, with some of the industry’s most coveted houses bringing their A-game and redefining menswear through extraordinary design sensibilities. Stealing the spotlight was the final crescendo by luxury label Dsquared2, which transformed the runway into an immersive alpine playground – an ode to the brand’s Canadian 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