Raksha Bandhan in the USA often looks a little different. Maybe you’re tying rakhi before heading out for brunch, hosting a backyard barbecue with family, or squeezing celebrations between work meetings and weekend plans. The last thing many women want is a 10-kilo lehenga, a dupatta that refuses to stay put, or an outfit that feels more exhausting than festive. […]
Raksha Bandhan isn’t just a thread on the wrist; it’s an excuse to dress like the occasion means something. Whether you’re headed to a family lunch with your brother across the world or hosting the whole clan at home, the right outfit does half the talking. This edit moves through three silhouettes, the flare of an Anarkali, the swing of a Sharara, the drape of […]
Hariyali Teej arrives every year like a burst of colour in the middle of monsoon, and green is always the outfit of choice. The festival celebrates the reunion of Shiva and Parvati, and married women, along with young girls, deck up in vibrant greens to symbolise fertility, prosperity, and the lush new season. From swings […]
Onam is more than just a harvest festival. For Malayalis living across the USA, it is a cherished opportunity to reconnect with home through traditions, family gatherings, pookalams, Onasadya feasts, temple visits, and community celebrations. Whether you’re celebrating in New Jersey, Texas, California, or anywhere in between, dressing up is an important part of the festivities. While the classic kasavu saree remains timeless, Onam […]
There is something genuinely electric about London Mahotsav, and in 2026, the energy promises to be bigger than ever. Returning for its third edition on June 27 and 28 at Sattavis Patidar Hall in Wembley, the UK’s largest Indian-Bengali cultural carnival is expected to welcome over 3,500 attendees for a vibrant celebration of Bengal’s music, theatre, literature, food and artistic traditions. From performances by celebrated artistes like Sidhu, […]
Vat Savitri Puja is one of those festivals that carries the weight of devotion, tradition, and beauty all at once. Observed by married Hindu women who fast and pray for the longevity of their husbands, this puja holds deep cultural meaning, and the way you dress for it is very much a part of that […]
World Siblings Day, celebrated worldwide on April 10th, is basically your annual excuse to relive childhood chaos, inside jokes, and those endless wardrobe borrow-and-fight sessions over TV remote and video games, except now, with better fashion sense. And while matching outfits with your sibling might sound cute in theory, nobody wants to look like they’re headed to a themed family photoshoot from 2005. The […]
Some designers create clothes. Others create moods—and Gopi Vaid unmistakably belongs to the latter. Known for turning festive dressing into a vibrant celebration of color, craft, and comfort, the brand has carved a niche as a go-to label for joyful Indian occasions. Founded in Mumbai, Gopi Vaid quickly rose to prominence for redefining festive wear with lightweight fabrics, […]
Spring in Assam doesn’t just arrive—it dances in with the beat of the dhol, bursts of color, and the promise of celebration. At the heart of this seasonal joy lies Rongali Bihu, the most spirited and cherished festival of the Assamese calendar. Marking the Assamese New Year and the onset of the harvest season, Rongali […]
For Malayalis living in Dubai, Vishu isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s a feeling. A quiet moment of nostalgia wrapped in gold hues, temple rituals, and the comforting aroma of home-cooked feasts. Even miles away from Kerala, the spirit of Vishu finds its way into high-rise apartments, community halls, and temple gatherings across the city. How […]
