Custom-made creations deserve not only the right occasion, but also an intelligent thought to back them. If you are a conscious consumer who cares about the varied facets of sustainability — minimising environmental harm, maximising employment and utility — then Rahul Mishra’s collection, Parizaad, is for you. “The collection includes all-cotton looks (a rarity in … Read More →
Architectural marvels of Rajasthan, miniature art of Kishangarh, fine chanderis and delicate organzas come together in designer Anju Modi’s collection, Sunehri Kothi. “The depth of the colours stands out in the collection. With art being the inspiration, the hues reflect all the facets of the paintings, including the intricate detailing.Rajasthani craftsmen have worked their magic … Read More →
TV unit. Courtesy Aya: The Art of Living Ayah Al Bitar has a knack for imbuing her artistry with practicality. The Saudi furniture designer made her debut in 2015 with Wisada, a collection of orthopaedic floor seats, shaped like large, cushioned bicycle saddles, which promote comfort, practicality and good posture. A year later, she unveiled the Sanctuary, … Read More →
Street style at Paris fashion week. Composite: Rex/Getty Street-style stars, those fashion-forward folks papped outside shows, have arguably become as trend-setting as any model or celebrity. At one of this season’s most hyped shows, JW Anderson in London, for example, over 50 photographers swarmed outside the entrance looking for their photographic prey, making it hard … Read More →
Milan Fashion Week put a colourful stamp on Spring/Summer 2018 beauty, with the Italian houses opting for bold lips, colourful winged eyeliner, and a shimmery bronzed glow. 1) Golden girls Versace and Les Copains both opted for a little glamour, with eye makeup that shimmered with flecks of gold and bronze. While Les Copains teamed … Read More →
Paris Fashion Week pulled out all the stops for its final day of Spring/Summer 2018 shows on Tuesday, with a series of visionary beauty looks that shone a whole new light on next season’s makeup trends. Chanel Chanel turned rainy-day makeup into a bold, and somehow romantic, beauty statement. The house opted for a clashing combination of royal … Read More →
In what world is supermodel Naomi Campbell sitting front row while Dame Helen Mirren struts on the catwalk? Cue to today’s L’Oreal super-mega-fashion-show-spectacular staged against the scenic Arc de Triomphe de l’Étoile. Looks from Balmain, Sonia Rykiel, Isabel Marant and Off-White — to name a few — along with jewels from Chopard were sent down … Read More →