Ramp scorching in Chennai
The traditional kanjeevarams gave way to carousel dresses, sequined lehengas and evening gowns, as Chennai celebrated its sequel to the International Fashion Week. The event kick-started with designer Rehane’s Anatolia collection of interesting silhouette dresses that were bold in its cuts and vibrant colours and had Satya Paul as the grand finale, […]

Leather bag? No. Gorgeous fur stole? No. Bohemian dress, animal dyed? Never. Going ethical and vegan is the latest fad in ‘Desi’ and international fashion, capturing the wardrobes of many an eco-conscious shopper, says ANUSHYA MAMTORA
Crisp cotton stoles and colourful pin-tuck tops are carefully hung up for visitors to feel and admire. Just two racks […]

Here are five iconic patterns that despite their regional origins have seeped into the international fashion arena, in their own simple and complex ways – the traditional batik, charming paisley, simple wheat, knitted argyle and the classic houndstooth, says Anushya Mamtora
When you walk around the street-side shops to haggle for a bargain, you spot them […]

Watches with Lord Rama and Jaipur miniatures on the dial, holy cow figurines, exclusive jewels with paisley and floral motifs and handbags named after Indian cities. The trend in the international luxury scene now is to go Indian, says Anushya Mamtora
After literally camping in Vrindavan, the craftsmen assimilated all they could of the spiritual bonding […]

There is nothing quite like a chic bag or clutch to up your style quotient. Here are some iconic and popular styles of handbags that make accessorising fun. Buy one of each, and you are sorted!
Hang on a Hobo

A large bag that usually falls in a crescent-shaped slump, as it’s made of soft and supple […]

Anushya Mamtora
Imagine this scene - there were snazzy hobos, brass studded gladiators and ruffled skirts trying to grab her attention. With a 70 per cent discount on them, she didn’t know which one to head for first. Time was running out. If she didn’t choose them quick, they might just disappear forever, into another eager […]

Playing it safe is no longer part of the bridal agenda. Fashion gurus are now splashing a riot of colours, striking western silhouettes and international luxurious materials in the bridal trousseau and 2010 seems to have the potential to be a year of ‘ensemble experiment’. Anushya Mamtora talks to designers and brings you some interesting […]

Looking beyond a one-piece ensemble or a skirtini for a dive in the pool or a lazy day at the beach, Indian women are now willing to experiment with different ‘dare-to-bare’ styles and designer collections. And with online stores giving them the privacy to browse and pick from international brands, there is a whole new […]

We have heard of it, seen it, read about it, admired it and dreamt of owning an exquisite one of our own. But the various facets of the unfaceted polki are still in a shroud for most jewellery lovers. Anushya Mamtora talks to jewellers, buffs up the subtle sparkle of the famous uncut diamond and […]

Traditional Indian fabrics have a tag of exclusivity about them but their charm is slipping in the minds of the modern Indian woman. Not any more! Anushya Mamtora takes you through the warp and weft of the butidar Banarasi, silvery Paithani, intricate Kantha, elaborate Patola and simplistic Gadwal and tells you why these gorgeous five […]