Inspired by vintage Indian cinema, Ritu Kumar revisits an era known for its bold style and lasting influence. Archival textiles and time-honoured craft are given fresh relevance, resulting in a collection that feels both delightfully nostalgic and undeniably tailored for today. Vintage Cinema holds a timeless allure. It captures unfiltered grandeur, where dramatic silhouettes, rich […]
Some collaborations feel inevitable before they even happen. Abhinisha Jani Ashara has spent her platform teaching women to love their bodies without asterisks, without apology, without waiting for permission, so when Aza Fashions paired her with Samyukta Singhania, a designer whose work has always favoured presence over restraint, the fit needed no explaining. This is a […]
Indian fashion has always spoken in pattern first, silhouette second. Long before “maximalism” became a runway buzzword, our textile traditions were layering motif on motif, weave on weave, colour on colour, and calling it restraint. The nine names on this list understand that a print is never just decoration. It’s geography, memory, and craft, folded […]
Every Independence Day, we honour the journey of a progressive nation built on deep roots. Today, that spirit lives vibrantly in Indian artistry. Several decades ago, local ateliers were seen as production hubs for luxury houses. In recent times, Indian designers have claimed their rightful place at the forefront of global design. They carry centuries […]
Gone are the days when the Punjabi bridal suit was believed to be the quiet cousin of the lehenga. They were neatly packed and saved for the sangeet, the courtyard functions, the days between the “big” events. But the same bridal kurta sets found a new meaning. Somewhere between the sharara’s comeback and the gharara’s second act, the suit […]
Some brands preserve tradition. Ekaya Banaras reimagines it. Renowned for bringing the artistry of Banarasi weaving into contemporary wardrobes, Ekaya Banaras has become one of India’s most celebrated luxury textile labels. Every collection reflects the richness of centuries-old craftsmanship while embracing modern silhouettes, understated elegance, and effortless wearability. The result is clothing that feels deeply rooted in heritage yet perfectly suited to […]
A runway can introduce a collection but a conversation with its designer brings it to life. On 11th July 2026, Aza Ambawatta invited fashion lovers to step beyond the garments and meet the creative minds behind them. The exclusive Meet the Designer event featured Jigar Mali from 2 PM to 4 PM and Salil Bhatia from 4 PM […]
The energy was electric at the Aza Santacruz store as fashion enthusiasts and connoisseurs gathered for an exclusive Meet-the-Designer event. Celebrating the finest in contemporary design and artisanal craftsmanship, the showcase brought patrons up close and personal with the creative minds behind three trailblazing labels: Naki India, Monk & Mei by Sonia Anand, and Soup by Sougat Paul. Attendees enjoyed a unique […]
There are fashion shows, and then there are the ones that make you forget you’re sitting in a convention centre in Mumbai. Gaurav Gupta’s second independent India couture outing, Light Song, staged at the Jio World Convention Centre, belonged firmly to the latter camp. Poetry recited live, acrobats from Cirque de India suspended mid-air, mridangams and veenas humming […]
A Gen Z-approved bag has a lot to do: hold your essentials, survive a night out, and still look good enough to make it into the photo dump. A plain neutral shoulder bag that behaves itself for years? Useful, yes. Very Gen Z? Not quite. They want one with a point of view, something that can start a conversation on Instagram, […]
