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The festive season in India is basically a marathon of weddings, pujas, family get-togethers, and (let’s be honest) endless selfies. And if there’s one outfit formula that guarantees you’ll look put-together without spending hours mixing and matching, it’s the ethnic...

The wedding reception is the one function in the entire wedding calendar where the dress code is the hardest to read. The ceremony has a tradition. The sangeet has energy. The mehendi has colour. But the reception sits in a...

Last festive season, I watched the silk kurta rise to fame. Sales of these pieces jumped 35% among guys in their 20s, according to trend reports from leading fashion houses.  The reason being, it's not just a garment; it's a...

I recall a December morning in Delhi when I put on a simple kurta and jeans because I was running late. I did not feel fully dressed, so I picked up my grandmother's handwoven pashmina and tossed it over my...

Over 90% of so-called "pashmina" shawls on the market are fakes. And sometimes these fakes blend in cheap synthetics so well that they can even fool savvy shoppers. That's the cold truth about the ocal market of Pashminas.  I've seen...

A bride’s wedding look is never complete without those finishing touches that add grace and warmth. While jewellery and lehengas take the spotlight, a luxury wedding shawl or wrap can elevate the entire ensemble. Whether it’s for a pheras night,...

According to recent surveys, 73% of young Indians find choosing the right anniversary gift for sasur-saasu more stressful than their own wedding planning! But you've arrived at the right place. This blog will help you crack the code on Indian...

In 2025, India's corporate scene buzzes with over 70% of offices hosting ethnic-themed celebrations monthly, blending tradition with modern hustle. I see guys transforming from boardroom basics to cultural icons within minutes by using reversible or versatile pieces that can...

Office Diwali parties are soon going to be back in full swing, and according to a recent Vogue India survey, 72% of Indian women are ditching Western wear for ethnic vibes during workplace festivities.  That's huge! I've seen how the...

 If you’re searching for a haldi outfit for men or wondering what to wear on haldi, you are at the right place. This guide gives you minimal, comfortable, and photo-friendly looks that you will love. But before that, let's understand...

In 2012, Time magazine listed the Nehru jacket among the top 10 political fashion statement pieces that affected styles around the world. In this article, we are definitely going for a timeless style today. If you are browsing your social...

The global shawl market is valued at over $4 billion, but we are generally uneducated when we buy a shawl in regard to what we are actually purchasing. As a stylist who has styled clients for eight years now, I...

In a world where runway fashion flips faster than a TikTok trend, shawls are making a bold comeback.  They're no longer just for chilly evenings in your village or your grandpa's armchair. Nope. Today, they're the wardrobe essential for guys...

A client walked into my styling studio last month looking absolutely defeated. "I have three weddings to attend this season," he said, "and I keep looking like I'm wearing my grandfather's clothes."  Here's the thing: 73% of men admit they...

Over 4.3 million weavers keep India’s handloom industry alive, making it the second largest employment sector in the country. Pretty wild, right?  That stat alone tells you there’s something special happening in those threads, and today, I’m spilling all the...

50 is the new 30, they say. Today’s 50-year-old Indian women are far ahead of the 50-year-old women of the 1990s. Today’s middle-aged women have reached that sweet spot where they know exactly what they want and what they don't....

As a kid, every boy is excited about the number of rakhis on his wrists. I remember they used to come to school with their hands full of several rakhis. And as responsible brothers, they also swore to protect her...

Hey you lovely people! We’re here to discuss 5 luxury gifts for the roka ceremony. I know you might have a number of questions… But before I get on to answering what I think would be the most common, let...

How many times have you stepped out in winter with a shawl and yet found yourself shivering by eve? I know, we’ve all been there at some point or other.  So is it about the shawl? Is the shawl not...

I destroyed my grandmother's vintage silk shawl during a "quick cleaning" of it in college. What happened was that my friend spilled hot milk over me while sitting in her chair. I still remember having gone numb for a few...

Last month, I watched my best friend struggle for 10 minutes trying to drape a gorgeous pashmina over her silk saree. She was trying to talk and keep me engaged, but if you ask me, I remember my patience leaving...