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“Pujo Pujo Gondho’ roughly translates into a whiff of fragrance in the air that reminds us of all things Durga Pujo. While checking the calendar for this year’s Pujo dates, I wondered how we Bengalis are so obsessed with a five-day festival to wait an entire year for its arrival? Maybe because Durga Pujo has […]
Navratri in California is a lively and festive affair, a beautiful fusion of deep-rooted Indian traditions and the modern, cosmopolitan flair of the Golden State. While the heart of the celebration remains the energetic Garba and Dandiya Raas, the fashion scene is equally vibrant. Traditional chaniya cholis are still a staple, but they now often […]
Fall is here, and we cannot wait to embrace the season’s biggest colour trends of the year. You guessed that right; fall’s our favourite season, and we know that it is yours too (after winter, of course). The season is defined by a symphony of colour with leaves changing into bright shades of orange, yellow, and red, the air turning chilly, and days getting shorter. […]
Get ready for nights bursting with color, music, and energy. Navratri 2025 in New Jersey isn’t just another event – it’s a celebration of culture, community, and fashion. Picture yourself twirling around in bright Chaniya cholis and lehenga sets or showing up in vibrant kurtas and Nehru jackets, as the rhythmic beat of the dhol […]
Planning a big fat Indian wedding in Texas comes with its fair share of glitz, glam, and…logistical challenges especially when it comes to the bride’s most important purchase: the Indian bridal outfit. Whether you’re in Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, or even Plano, finding the perfect designer lehenga or traditional silk saree locally is no […]
When Prada models walked the Milan runway in a toe-braided sandal made of faux leather, the whole world gasped in awe. To the global audience the design felt new, innovative and fresh. But to the city of Kolhapur and anyone living in India, this was not a foreign subject. They were simply a renewal of […]
A lehenga is usually a more structured, festive or bridal skirt worn with a short choli, while a ghagra is a more traditional, sometimes looser skirt paired with longer blouses or kurtis; terms overlap regionally but modern fashion treats them as distinct styles. This guide breaks down the key distinctions in silhouette, fabric, occasion, and […]
Sunlight is the best filter if it is not your wedding day and your bridal outfit is fighting against the midday glare to take centre stage. Guess what that means? Planning a daytime wedding outfit translates to deep diving into bridal outfits that would work double-time in serving well under natural light, apart from looking regal, pretty and all of that. […]
While many pieces serve to complement an outfit, some are designed to be the main element. One of them would be a statement bracelet, a piece of jewellery that goes beyond simple adornment. These striking accessories feature unique designs and a captivating look. From a single line of pearls to a cascade of intricate layers, […]
The traditional Indian lehenga is one of the indispensable staples in every woman’s occasion wear wardrobe. From being the Mughal queens’ attire of choice to a trousseau necessity, the lehenga choli has retained its essence through the years while also adapting to the trends of the succeeding generations. Popularly known as a lehenga choli or ghagra choli, a lehenga is a three-piece Indian attire that is […]
