Punit Balana brings the vibrant spirit of Rajasthan into the modern wardrobe with effortless ease. His eponymous label is a celebration of heritage—where ancient block prints meet fluid, contemporary silhouettes. The result is festive wear that feels light, wearable, and undeniably elegant. Hehas carved a niche for himself by making traditional craftsmanship feel relevant for […]
The season of hot cocoa and warm snuggles has officially wrapped up, and winter has taken its final bow. As the days begin to stretch longer and the sunshine lingers after 5.30 pm, it is almost time to embrace the summer. Which also means swapping heavy knits, rich velvets, and oversized coats and jackets with something breezy and breathable. And when […]
Alia Bhatt’s latest sartorial pick from the shelves of Arpita Mehta is a careful study in refined glamor. Donning a custom ivory saree splattered with detailed thread embroidery in shades of blue, Alia Bhatt proved that quiet elegance is always a hero. The saree’s craftsmanship draws from age-old Bandhani patterns and is brought to life with muted blue and silver work, creating an effect that feels equal […]
The saree is far more than an unstitched length of fabric—it is a cultural identity woven into India’s history. Draped for centuries, it reflects regional traditions, social change and artistic evolution. Here’s a concise look at how the saree travelled through time and transformed along the way: Indus Origins The saree’s beginnings trace back to the Indus Valley Civilization (2800–1800 BCE). […]
Believe it or not, your saree and lehenga blouse have the power to steal the limelight. This season, with so many iterations of classic silhouettes receiving the love they deserve, designers are also experimenting with new-age blouse sleeve designs. Also, with the winter weddings and parties approaching in full swing, there has not been a better time to lean into statement blouses […]
India’s handloom legacy is as rich and versatile as the country itself, spun from threads of culture, traditions and time. While the luxurious sheen of Banarasi, the smooth texture of Chanderi and the opulent Kanjeevaram silks often take centre stage, a quieter universe of lesser-known Indian handlooms traditions thrives in far-flung villages and tribal hamlets. […]
As the Cannes Film Festival 2025 was unveiled in a whirlwind of glamour, innovation, artistry, and undeniable extravagance, the French Riviera once again turned into a runway of dreams. And with the world turning its eyes to the silver screen for cinematic excellence, fashion took the centre stage of the red carpet. However, this year […]
While the WAVES Summit India 2025 opened the door for sartorial brilliance on 1st May at the XXX, the event witnessed a fashion soiree of its own. The World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit, inaugurated by the honourable Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, will continue to ooze glamour till 4th May. With an attempt to locate India as a global creative, entertainment, and media innovation hub, […]
As summer heats up, pulling heavy embroidered silhouettes can feel too much. However, our choice of 15 luxury sheer saree styles inspired by your favourite Bollywood divas is an ideal fit, both literally and figuratively, for beating the heat. For our summer-festive wardrobe, we scoured the featured designer brands at Aza for exquisite nine-yards crafted from luxe […]
In an era where every celeb wants to make a statement on the red carpet and create headlines with their outfit, there comes Alia Bhatt with her minimalistic style that outpours her natural aura gorgeously. With sarees, shararas and oversized blazers, Alia’s style can be perfectly described as casual chic with a touch of elegance. […]
