In a season where autumnal tones typically dominate the runway, an unexpected hue has set the fashion world ablaze. ‘Fiery red’ has emerged as the reigning color, championed by iconic brands such as Valentino, Hermès, and Balmain. Royals like Kate Middleton and top models including Kendall Jenner and Emily Ratajkowski have embraced this vibrant shade,…
In the ever-shifting landscape of fashion, our sartorial sensibilities mirror the ever-changing algorithms of social media platforms. Like a kaleidoscope, our perception of dressing transforms with each passing fashion trend that floods our daily feeds. Instagram influencers, draped in high-street ensembles, strike picturesque poses against stunning backdrops with the ubiquitous #OOTD (outfit of the day)…
The fashion world is facing an overdose of “sustainability” and “inclusivity” – both highly significant yet regrettably misused terms that you just can’t escape from. And, when acceptance for all is the norm, the runway is bound to get messy and chaotic. While the social media generation is thrilled to see variations and inclusiveness on…
Birmingham‘s most famous lane, the Jewellery Quarter, is home to over 700 jewellers and independent retailers in the United Kingdom. The largest jewellery hub in Europe contributing to 40 percent of jewellery made in the UK, the urban village is famous for hip bars, restaurants, boutiques, and jewellery stores tucked in Georgian-style buildings. To preserve…
Thanks to Gwyneth Paltrow, Rihanna and the stylish members of the British royal family like Kate Middleton, this year the concept of “quiet luxury” has taken over the fashion scene. The philosophy refers to top quality luxury brands that exude understated elegance, sophistication, and exclusivity without overtly flaunting logos or flashy designs. These brands prioritize…
By Nivi Shrivastava In fashion, couture ensembles are the epitome of luxury and cost a bomb because every step in the making is handmade and rare. Similarly, real saffron or kesar strands are the ultimate gold standard in spices that are priced high due to their limited production value and intensive manual labor involved at…
It’s been raining accolades for Indian designer Gaurav Gupta, who recently showcased his latest Spring Summer’23 couture collection ‘Shunya’ at the Paris haute Couture Week (PCW). At the 65th Annual Grammy Award red carpet, pop icon and rapper Cardi B stunned fashion lovers and global media in a dreamy electric blue ensemble by the designer. Gaurav Gupta, who…
Travelling amidst the cotton candy clouds when you land in Pula, a quaint town in the Istrian side of Croatia, the first thing that will instantly gratify all your senses would be the fresh sea breeze in lush surroundings. For someone like me who dreams to settle down next to a beach (someday maybe), this…
Call it a warning or a pink slip from nature, but the increasing rate of natural disasters across the world is just the beginning of an unprecedented apocalypse in waiting. It’s a shame the way we treat our planet and take the environment for granted, and experts predict that very soon we won’t even have…
Have you ever looked for traditional artefacts to decorate the little empty corner of your house or ethnic painting to adorn the walls of our home? We often come across paintings which are colorful and vibrant, depicting the livelihood, culture, tradition of indigenous communities. But how much do we know about these artisans? Maharashtra, a…