Anybody with an octogenarian grandmother must have heard this anecdote a countless times that how the ‘zari’ and ‘brocade’ sarees were made of so pure and original silver/gold during their time. I was no exception! I remember rummaging through my Nani’s (maternal grandmother’s) closet when I was a teenager in order to find some nice…
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Fashion has become a necessity for celebrities, as their every outfit is looked upon, frowned over or appreciated. ‘Come-on now for pete’s sake, allow us also to let our hair down for once without watching every little detail?’, must be a common a thought for all the celebs, but alas this request is hardly ever…
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How many of you have loved watching Bengali weddings on-screen and off-screen? Of course we all have. We can’t take our eyes off the wedding sequence. Especially when the bride enters the wedding scene with her visage beautifully blanketed with paan-pata? Well apart from the uniqueness of the rituals what strikes one is the generously embroidered Banarasi…
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As we all know that celebrity couple, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh just got married a few days back. The entire wedding took place in a beautiful place at Italy and the outlook which they both served us were out of this world. Deepika Padukone is known for her extensive choice in fashion. We have seen her…
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“Those who said money can’t buy happiness didn’t know from where to shop”- Blair Waldorf For those of us who grew up watching Gossip Girl, we have had a love-hate relationship with Blair Waldorf. This affluent Upper East Side resident is known for her sardonic sense of humour, scheming and plotting. But, there is one…
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Gold is one of the precious metals and it has very substantial cultural aspects. Since ancient times, gold jewellery has been an important part of Indian culture. Gold is symbolized as God and we worship it as a mark of God or Devi Lakshmi. Gold has been cherished since ages because of its natural beauty…
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Just the way marigold (genda phool) is known for its auspicious presence, the same can be said for the ‘Gota’ work which is considered auspicious but at the same time is trendy and one of the most favored and popular forms of lace work. Gota work is a form of embroidery originating from the land…
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There’s something about bohemian aesthetics that make it an instant hit with the millennial generation! It is convenience meets pulchritude sensibilities, the versatility value and the pronounced quaint overtones are what has set the firm foundation for bohemian style in the fashion world. This summer if you are game for upgrading your bohemian wardrobe, then this…
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Watch in style: Titan launches an exclusive designer collection by Masaba Gupta Looks like Masaba Gupta is on a roll! This year she is wooing fashion enthusiasts with a string of collaborations. We already witnessed the dream collaboration between designer and Lakme and now she has partnered with the distinguished watch brand, Titan! Now this…
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A sporty yet glamorous touch Given the success of the PR100 Sport-Chic collection, Tissot decided to add a sporty chronograph to the mix for those who like it sportier. Its generous case size, measuring 38mm, means it is a bigger watch and makes a striking statement. Features of the watches are both robust and beautifully…
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