Odisha is famous for its magnificent heritage in the form of temples, monasteries, and historical sites scattered across the length and breadth of the State. While Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Konark trio is considered as the golden tourist circuit in the State with millions of tourists flocking each year to visit the famous Jagannath Temple, Sun…
In the very exclusive world of haute couture, the top of the chain stand the art-inspired commissioned couture. It is a statement of individuality and exclusivity, often reserved for the most significant occasions and a handful of elites. The Ambani wedding, with its display of art-inspired fashion, set a new standard for luxury and personalization…
The recently held wedding of Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah and Princess Rajwa Al Hussein in Amman, Jordan was a brilliant lesson in fashion diplomacy. As King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan hosted the bevy of royals from all over the world at the wedding and banquet dinner, fashion insiders couldn’t help…
Fermented, foraged, and freakishly healthy – a tad bit exaggerated but almost accurate adjectives to describe a home-style meal from the Northeastern state of Nagaland. The elusive Naga cuisine is a fine example of experiencing gastronomic thrill with simple, locally-sourced ingredients on a common platter, which when combined in the right proportions initiate complex flavours…
By Nivi Shrivastava There are some trips that you must take to understand the real meaning of life; and, my first visit to the wild, Nagaland was nothing less than a life-changing experience full of adventures that I couldn’t have imagined in my wildest dreams. From foraging in the wild forests for sweet berries and…
Indian summer is synonymous with cotton, and the humble fruit of the loom is the new cool for woke millenials. From ivory strappy cotton camis and linen trousers to bright tie-and-dye maxis and classic Chikankari tops and kurtas – cotton never fails to impress on any given occasion. Check out what fashion experts suggest for…
Have you ever wondered what could possibly be more delicate and opulent than silk? A fabric called organza, known for its crispy, diaphanous and lightweight nature that can accentuate any ensemble with its unique sheer qualities. It is very popular in luxury wear segment because it adds an expensive look due to blends of silk…
By Nivi Shrivastava For fashion lovers championing the cause of sustainability, vintage ensembles are pure delight. As most of us love to dig out our parent’s wardrobe to celebrate a special occasion with heirloom saris or play it cool in classic bell-bottom trousers from the swinging 70s, it’s the timeless charm of the old world…
By Nivi Shrivastava If there’s one thing that the pandemic has taught us is health precedes everything; and, as a result, the “mindful and mouthful” philosophy has managed to percolate into our kitchens and affect our eating choices. While bourgeois food terms like artisanal, boutique, and hydroponic accentuate modern menu cards, planet-loving millennials scoop out…
Ask any interior professional and they would tell you that the easiest way to brighten up a boring place is with pop coloured accents. An impactful piece of pop art or a bright highlight in a neutral space is always a show-stopper for any room with a monochromatic décor. You can actually have a new…