6 vivid looks to make an Indian fashion statement anywhere in the world
With Indian fashion making its mark on the global stage, social-media influencer Archana Dhankar shares six looks for formal occasions wherever you are in the world.
Category: Fashion
Two sisters, a passion for Indian weaves, and a social-media success story
Young, peppy and fuss-free, and yet rooted in India’s textile heritage, fashion label Suta’s success is driven by digital marketing and a design strategy built on the aspirations and lifestyles of the youth.
Princess diaries: Rajput royal Sudarshana Kumari shares the stories behind her most treasured saris
Royal trousseaus often reflect the rich artisanal legacy of India passed on through generations. Sudarshana Kumari’s wardrobe holds several such treasures from north and central India.
2 Modern Fashion Labels Keeping Alive Rajasthan’s Traditional Textile Legacy
Labels Kriya by Kadambari Rathore in Jodhpur and Rekh by Rohini Singh in Jaipur are keeping alive their region’s unique textile heritage.
Sania Maskatiya and How a Luxury Fashion Label Stays Relevant in the Pandemic
Not even a pandemic could dampen the future-oriented outlook of famed fashion designer Sania Maskatiya, who has taken Pakistani crafts to New York runways.
This Craft Revivalist Is on a Mission to Uphold Heritage and Pluralism
Author and social entrepreneur Mehr F Husain is chronicling and reviving the Subcontinent’s artisanal heritage.
This Fashion Artist’s ‘The Almirah’ Project Captures Women’s Emotions During Lockdown
Fashion artist Sharmila Nair’s new project links women’s emotions during the pandemic to the tradition of parents gifting almirahs to daughters.
Three Generations of Women and a Bespoke Fashion Label
The fascinating story of three generations of dynamic women behind the bespoke fashion label Sue Mue in Delhi.
Former Film Star Cuckoo Parameswaran Is Reinventing Kerala Weaves
Former Malayalam film actor Cuckoo Parameswaran has reinvented herself into a fashion and textile designer who is promoting local handlooms and weaves from Kerala.
This Fashion Label is Out to Ensure Fair Wages and Ethical Production
Fashion label Inde’ Loom has a mission to pay fair wages to artisans and weavers, while keeping costs and designs relevant for shoppers.
This Fashion Designer Creates Clothes in ‘Happy Sizes’ for Real-Women Bodies
Fashion designer and body-positivity activist Kaveri Lalchand is using her experiences in theatre and publishing to fuel her creativity and cause.
How an Indian Maharaja’s Necklace Played Muse for a Hollywood Movie
A historical piece of jewellery from an Indian Maharaja’s stunning collection became the centre-piece of a glamorous Hollywood movie, writes Puja Shah.
“People Are Afraid of the Changes a Rebellious Woman Brings to the Table” – Founder of Gundi Studios
Natasha Sumant’s fashion and visual arts label Gundi centres on desi feminism and healthy rebellion.
The New-Age Bride Just Got a Style Update
From a bejewelled watch to innovative textiles, here’s your fashion news of the month.
5 Lightweight, Versatile Looks for a Destination Wedding
Fashion blogger Archana Dhankar demonstrates five trendy, light and comfortable ways to style a destination wedding this summer.
We Have to Urgently Move from Fast to Fearless Fashion, Says Industry Insider
Fashion consultant and ex-Vogue stylist Aradhana Baruah talks about the cost of fast fashion, and her appeal to Indian celebrities.
From Resortwear to Sleepwear, Here Is Your Monthly Fashion Update
What’s happening in the world of fashion? Check out the latest trends and collections.
This Modi Wants You to Take Time Off from a Hyper-Connected World
Ace fashion designer Anju Modi offers us a fresh look and a step back from our hyper-connected world in her new spring-summer collection ‘Masakali’.
The Latest Designer Spring-Summer Collections on Sale Now
What have our inventive Indian fashion designers come up with for summer? Here’s a look.
This Designer Makes Reversible Outfits With Two Totally Different Looks!
Young designer Niti Singhal has come up with a unique fashion label Twee-In-One that offers reversible, convertible clothing.
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