Author: Prathiksha Shetty
Of Memory, Motifs, and Majesty ft. SURBHI SHAH
A celebration of forgotten forts, the resilience of nature, and queens of the past. Designer Surbhi Shah unpacks the inspiration behind her new collection, where colour, craft, and the quiet power of heritage converge. In an era where fleeting trends often dictate what’s the style du jour, Surbhi Shah stands firm in her devotion to Read More
CONTINUE READINGIndia Couture Week: Aisha Rao’s Maximalist Debut
A stray patch of fabric, discarded pieces, and forgotten elements – Aisha Rao’s creations turn what some might deem as waste into unforgettable couture masterpieces. At her debut at India Couture Week 2025, the design maven unveiled a collection that captured the untamed beauty of nature. Rao’s Wild At Heart featured creations that were a Read More
CONTINUE READINGCut From A New Cloth
The new generation of designers is stitching the next chapter of Indian fashion – authentically and on their own terms. We caught up with Somya Lochan of Quarter, Abhishek Shinde of Abhichiq, and Yash Patil of That Antiquepiece to uncover their vision, roots, and what’s next. ABHICHIQ FL: How would you describe Abhichiq’s DNA to Read More
CONTINUE READINGDolce & Gabbana’s Blend of Faith and Fashion
On July 14, Italian luxury fashion house Dolce & Gabbana staged its Alta Sartoria 2025 show, transforming Rome’s historic Ponte Sant’Angelo – a bridge overlooking the Tiber River – into a scene of religious pageantry. A sweeping ode to couture, craft and culture, the Alta Sartoria 2025 was nothing short of cinematic. Paying tribute to Read More
CONTINUE READINGA Walk Through Dior’s Most Iconic Moments
With a legacy spanning more than seven decades, Dior has long shaped the way we dress. Over the years, a series of exceptionally talented designers have continued to elevate Dior’s legacy, infusing the brand with a fresh design language that adds to the couture house’s history. From Christian Dior’s debut collection in 1947, which revolutionised the Read More
CONTINUE READINGOff-Duty, On Point: Kendall Jenner’s Signature Style
If there’s one person who nails the model-off-duty aesthetic just as effortlessly as she commands the runway, it’s Kendall Jenner. From the 11-year-old tomboyish girl featured on Keeping Up With the Kardashians to one of the most recognisable supermodels of our time, Kendall’s evolution has been nothing short of iconic – and so has her Read More
CONTINUE READINGInternet’s Latest Obsession: Labubu Dolls
Fashion is no stranger to quirky trends, and there’s a new one in town! Labubus, plush monster dolls with wide eyes and mischievous smiles, are the latest product to go viral on TikTok. The Labubu doll was created by Hong Kong-based artist Kasing Lung. Born in the Netherlands, Lung drew inspiration from Nordic mythology to Read More
CONTINUE READINGExclusive: Samad Khan, Unplugged
From Bandish Bandits to a genre-fluid soundscape, Samad Khan is charting a path that’s as personal as it is powerful. I discovered Samad Khan through one of his infamous Instagram covers, covering one of my favourite Kaavish songs – and instantly knew I had stumbled upon an artist with something rare. Honest, funny, and refreshingly Read More
CONTINUE READINGThe Emperor of Embroidery ft. JJ Valaya
JJ Valaya’s journey is one of audacity, artistry, and heritage. As House of Valaya celebrates 30+ years, he reflects on a legacy born from passion and faith. In the late 1980s, at a time when fashion as an industry did not exist in India, Valaya found himself at a crossroads. “I was studying to be Read More
CONTINUE READINGExclusive: Beyond the Beat ft Raghav Meattle
A soul-stirring song and video that captures the essence of the city that never sleeps and the countless people moving with no time to pause is what first brought Raghav Meattle’s music to my playlist. City Life by Raghav captures something that many of us feel so deeply while chasing the life we want in Read More
CONTINUE READINGThe Dual Code
From boardroom to beyond, the corporate wardrobe is getting an edgy makeover! Delve into the editorial that highlights the duality of the usual 9-to-5 – pushing for a collision of work, style, and play with a punch of maximalism.
CONTINUE READINGKanika Goyal Label x Disney Gives Mickey Mouse an Edgy Makeover
Everyone’s childhood favourite, Mickey Mouse, got an edgy transformation in Kanika Goyal Label and Disney’s latest collaboration. Titled “A Dream That Dreamed Itself,” the expansive 114-piece capsule bridges Goyal’s distinctly Indian lens and the dreamy nostalgia associated with the beloved character. Using upcycled denim and hand embroidery to paint the story, the surrealist collection is Read More
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