Author: WKND
Adding a touch of ferocity to anything they cover, prints are particularly emblematic of the bold aesthetic that has taken over this year’s fashion scene. While lending an added edge to classics, prints may not be something we all are willfully ready to dabble into. However, looking at the runways of Spring/Summer 2022 and Autumn/Winter 2022 it’s clear as day that prints are here to stay. Embracing the more is more aesthetic, designers are creating pieces that resonate with the current mood of larger-than-life dressing. From Loewe’s blurred print to Pucci’s paisley inspired prints, there are plenty of options for those willing to dive deep into…
For a legion of ‘90s kids, Kajol is an everlasting icon of femininity and grace—girls wanted to be her, guys wanted to be with her. As she marks three decades in the industry since the release of her debut, Bekhudi (1992), her style choices continue to remain the stuff of industry lore. Perhaps you ripped out a newspaper clipping of her salmon pink lehenga from ‘Sajanji Ghar Aaye’ as a inspiration for your own bridal look or maybe you lost your heart to her array of monotone saris against snowy locales—there’s no denying that her legacy-defining impact on the fashion landscape. Ahead, we…
The one thing a bride never wants to do is to flip through the wedding album in a few years’ time and feel a tinge of regret looking at her Indian bridal wardrobe—That ruffled bodice of her lehenga might have felt on-trend at the time, but now borders on the outlandish. While the biggest day of your life may seem like a license to sample all the trends that the world of bridal couture has to offer, if you are pursuing a look that will stand the test of time, a classic approach is your best bet. You can take heart in…
In all that Shantanu Dhope does, he’s a little extra. In adorning his face with batwing eyeliner or neon eyeshadow, he sees makeup as a tool to express himself. Like every brown boy in India, Dhope grew up believing that makeup was meant only for women. And yet, he found himself enamoured by the freedom it offered. “It’s a lot like telling the world exactly how you envision yourself without having to use any words,” he says. He remembers that first post: “It was a look of me wearing an orange smoky eye and a nude lip. It was my go-to look at the time.”…
Today, as a heatwave gripped Europe sending temperatures soaring to record highs, Brad Pitt touched down in Berlin for the latest stop in the promotional trail for Bullet Train, his latest action blockbuster. While attending the film’s premiere at the city’s Zoo Palast theater tonight, Pitt wore the only logical outfit to withstand the blistering heat: a loose linen jacket, a dusty pink linen shirt unbuttoned just-so, and a pair of Stylmartin motorcycle boots. But the real masterstroke wasn’t just the head-to-toe linen on a baking hot day, but Pitt’s loose-fitting, brown linen skirt. While meteorologists have determined no direct link between Pitt’s look and…
Niharika Elety’s work behind Tega Collective is a cultural reckoning. It opens the conversation about India’s textile vista– what has been explored and what has yet to reach its potential in the modern world. The designer and founder of the Telugu brand is an advocate for making conscious clothing choices. Dallas-born with an upbringing in Hyderabad, Elety has gathered a name and a following for the conscious activism that she encourages through her strong social media presence, the stepping stone for her new sustainable fashion brand Tega Collective. The label aims to support indigenous textiles and crafts by working in collaboration with craft communities of…
It was always only a matter of time before the Euphoria wave came to the Indian wedding circuit, and in the capable hands of JJ Valaya, the future looks bright indeed. For his ‘Alma’ collection at the ongoing FDCI India Couture Week 2022, the couturier sought inspiration from the cultural repositories of Spain, fusing the country’s beauty staples seamlessly with Indian bridal couture. The result is an envy-worthy lineup of hair and makeup moments that will help you stand out in the crowd with enviable ease. Ahead we roundup the top bridal beauty lessons to steal from the show. Glitter lips While beauty’s…
Long air travel can be uncomfortable. But a skilfully packed carry-on bag can help make your travel a pleasant experience while you’re seated amidst potentially inescapable issues that could stem from co-passengers, blocked ears and dehydrated skin. Packing a carry-on is an art that takes a while to master, but when done well, can make the most painful journeys bearable if not enjoyable. When throwing your wardrobe into your luggage, make sure your essentials are not buried deep down in your bag, and keep the necessary bits handy in your carry on. If you’re battling boredom, don’t forget to pack a…
If you aren’t a hopeless romantic at heart already, one binge viewing of these romantic K-dramas will make you a believer. As an industry that peddles a highly aspirational ideal of love, you’ll find that the highest-rated dramas of the country have romance as their leitmotif, often exploring the innocence of falling in love for the first time—and all the growing pains that come with it. If you are looking for tales that capture the achingly beautiful vulnerabilities of first love, these romantic K-dramas streaming on Netflix are guaranteed to tug at your heartstrings: What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim? There are some things you…
Soul queen and Diana Ross held her own at Glastonbury this year. Arriving on the Pyramid Stage in a sumptuous snow-white beaded gown, a tulle shawl, feathered headpiece and gargantuan chandelier earrings, she belted out her greatest hits in front of Worthy Farm revellers and a record-breaking audience of 3.1 million on the BBC – the most-viewed performance in the Legends slot at the festival. At 78-years-old, Ross is one of many stylish women over 70 relishing a deserved moment in the spotlight, highlighting celebrity style of the generation that was. Glenn Close is a fellow lover of all-out septuagenarian…