indian-fashion
Jajaabor’s Calcutta • Kolkata at LFW Challenges What Progress Should Look Like
There are florals and then there are Jajaabor florals that the brand flamboyantly showcased at Lakmē Fashion Week 2026. The collection – Calcutta • Kolkata – paid a visually rich homage to the city’s distinctive soul that has remained unchanged over many many decades. While strong vermilion smeared faces marched down the runway, the audience Read More
CONTINUE READINGEstampa By Saaksha & Kinni: A Study In Print & Process
In a fashion landscape constantly chasing the new, Saaksha & Kinni turned inward. They turned towards memory, materiality, and the enduring language of craft. With their Spring/Summer ’26 collection, Estampa, the designer duo present a thoughtful ode to heritage prints, where tradition is not merely preserved but intuitively reimagined. At once tactile and fluid, Estampa Read More
CONTINUE READINGAisha Rao on INTER-HANA and the Art of Appliqué: Lakmē Fashion Week 2026
Aisha Rao put all her cards on the table on day 3 of Lakmē Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI, with her collection INTER-HANA.With everything produced in-house this season, it placed authorship at its core for the label, redefining the way design is conceived and created. Drawing from botanical influences and reinterpreting them through her Read More
CONTINUE READINGA Summer Somewhere: Archana Jaju’s Dialogue Between Europe and India
Archana Jaju’s Spring Summer ’26 collection “A Summer Somewhere” unfolds as a quiet exploration of landscape, memory, and craft – where the softness of a European summer meets the depth of Indian craft traditions. There is a sense of ease that runs through the collection, one that feels both considered and instinctive. Materiality, colour, and Read More
CONTINUE READINGAnurag Gupta’s “The New Primitive” Redefines Avant-Garde at Lakmē Fashion Week
Day 3 of FDCI presents Lakmē Fashion Week witnessed a series of noteworthy showcases by some of the industry’s most compelling voices, with Anurag Gupta emerging as a key name. Closing the day on a high, the designer presented a striking avant-garde vision with his collection, The New Primitive. Drawing from the dynamic narratives of Read More
CONTINUE READINGKhaki Coded: The Rise Of Utility Fashion
Among the many trends spotted by Pinterest this year, Khaki-coded stands apart not because it is new, but because it feels necessary. And no, it’s not about playing it safe in beige. It’s about earthy tones, sharp tailoring, cargo silhouettes, and outfits that look just as good on a boarding pass as they do on Read More
CONTINUE READINGGlamoratti: The Comfort of Excess
Glamour has marked its return with a confidence that feels almost defiant, and the Pinterest Predicts 2026 Report makes it clear that this revival is not sudden. There is a visible appetite for silhouettes that occupy space, jewellery that refuses to disappear into an outfit, and surfaces that assert instead of retreat. The overall direction Read More
CONTINUE READINGFramed in Nostalgia
A homage to the sepia-toned intimacy of 90s Indian weddings, where unfiltered moments took centre stage, the warmth of home defined the truest celebration, and style was born of comfort, and belonging.
CONTINUE READINGNine Days, Nine Hues: Master the Art of Festive Dressing this Navratri
Nine nights of devotion, dance, music, and joy – that is Navratri in a few words. From rhythmic Garba twirls in circles to pulsating beats of Dandiya Raas, the energy is infectious, and the excitement to dress up is palpable! If you’re someone who’s already thinking about your Navratri outfit ideas, you’re not alone. The Read More
CONTINUE READINGLuminous Legacy of Zardozi
Laced in gold and silver threads, Zardozi’s venerable legacy weaves through centuries, gracing wardrobes across the globe and immortalising timeless silhouettes. It is an age-old cultural treasure which has adorned the opulent canvases of luxe fabrics for centuries. A delicate dance of immaculate artistry, the process begins with tracing the design onto the chosen fabric, Read More
CONTINUE READINGLooms of the Crown
Couture and fashion have always been the ultimate expressions of art, luxury, and cultural storytelling. In reimagining magnificent debuts through the lens of Indian grandeur, we explore a world where craftsmanship takes centre stage, and silhouettes become canvases of innovation and heritage. For our cover story, as haute couture takes centre stage within the grand Read More
CONTINUE READINGVelvet Affair: Where Elegance Meets Royalty
Velvet is the epitome of sophistication and luxury in the global fashion scene. Originally crafted with silk, this material has long been revered as one of the most expensive pieces, enjoying a special place in the wardrobes of royalty and nobility. However, thanks to advanced techniques, velvet offers a range of options, including cotton, rayon, Read More
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