Princess Diana revolutionised the royal dress code with the help of some of the world’s greatest designers during a glamorous life that came to a tragic end 20 years ago this month. “Diana has become a fashion icon in the same way as Jackie Kennedy or Audrey Hepburn — timeless, elegant, and still so relevant,” said … Read More →
Her name is synonymous with ikat — textile processed with resist dyeing — and now, Delhi-based design veteran and textile conservationist, Madhu Jain is doing her bit for the growing need for sustainability in fashion. Jain, who has been in the fashion industry for three decades, has come up with bamboo-silk ikat — an innovating … Read More →
‘Born from Cotton’ apparel show organised by the National Institute of Design (NID) focused on display of human stories through movements and music. Students of NID based in Gandhinagar, showcased their creative designs at the innovative show for apparels. ‘Born from Cotton’ project is an integral part of an academic classroom design project at NID. NID … Read More →
DJI has launched a summer sale with discounts and free accessories across its consumer product line. DJI hasn’t launched a new product in the 3 months since news of the Spark broke: basically a drought when it comes to the Chinese manufacturer. If you’re eagerly anticipating the Mavic Pro 2 or the Phantom 5, we’ve got nothing yet. … Read More →
Gap shares surged in extended trading after the retailer mounting a turnaround posted better-than-expected second quarter results, led by Old Navy, and lifted its full-year earnings outlook. Shares in the San Francisco-based company surged as much as 16 per cent before paring those gains to trade 6 per cent higher after reported that comparable sales, … Read More →
Vegan makeup is gaining traction in the beauty world, as consumers increasingly seek out cruelty-free cosmetics that contain no animal products whatsoever. Here are some brands in the spotlight this summer. Luscious Cosmetics Dubai-based beauty brand Luscious Cosmetics caused great excitement earlier this month, thanks to its long-awaited launch in the US. The brand, which … Read More →
Kenneth Jay Lane, the designer and bon vivant who built a global business from glittering acts of unabashed deception, producing fake and junk jewelry — or, as he liked to say, tongue in cheek, “faque” and “junque” — has died at his home in Manhattan. He was 85. Chris Sheppard, the executive vice president of … Read More →