Ever felt the urge to splurge on clothes to brighten up your mood? Or spent mindlessly on clothes after a break-up or a fight? We’re all guilty! However, the question this begs is: Does it really make us feel better? Or solve any of our problems? The Oxford Dictionary defines retail therapy as the act […]
Are you tired of the usual fast fashion brands you’ve been buying from? Are you looking for sustainable options? Maybe… buying homegrown? Great idea!, Buying homegrown is not only a green flag for the planet, but could also be a breath of fresh air if you’re still trying to figure out your style, for the
How often have you heard it said that some people can only afford to buy fast fashion, ie, cheap clothing? Sure, not everyone can afford to buy skilfully-crafted exquisite garments. But is fast fashion the answer? Let us consider the defining factors of fast fashion: It’s cheap. It’s poorly made and low in quality. It’s
Location: West Bengal A few years back I had the privilege of visiting Shanti Niketan, the ashram initiated by Sri Rabindranath Tagore, near Kolkata. On arriving, I was fascinated to discover it was the epicentre of the OG upcycling Indian craft, Kantha stitch embroidery. I was touched and impressed by the beauty of the craft,
Have you ever embarked on a non-shopping adventure? Or experimented with just choosing well and making it last? Over the years, fashion has emerged as a powerful means of self-expression. Many use clothing and accessories to express their identity, values and creativity. The essence of fashion goes beyond just styling or keeping up with trends.
The sun shone brightly and I emptied myself of myself—of the version I deemed to be myself. Clothes were flung out from my balcony—an act of poetic justice. The very clothes that shaped me, my body now lay littered on the floor of my bungalow. Perhaps burning would have been more poetic. I glanced at
Metamorphosis: Fast fashion junkie to a slow fashionista Read More »
From celebs taking the sustainable route to material innovations and policy, we’ve put together the most sustainably stylish moments of 2023. Alia Bhatt once again brought out the sustainable fashion icon in her, by rewearing her Sabyasachi wedding sari to receive her National Award for Gangubai Kathiawadi. In a world that normalises buying new for
The best of 2023: The year’s most iconic sustainable fashion moments Read More »
From tone deaf campaigns to carbon emitting pop mania, we’re bringing to you moments we wish didn’t happen in fashion history. Taylor Swift has been in the news for her frequent flights. But her private jet isn’t the only thing blowing out massive quantities of carbon. The multiple variations of each of her custom-made tour
The worst of 2023: Fashion’s most regrettable moments Read More »
Embrace the season with style and a generous dose of sustainability. Swipe through for inspiration and ideas to explore the endless possibilities of slaying your winter look with planet-friendly chic.
On November 17, 2023, the Earth briefly crossed the 2° warming mark that scientists have been warning us against. Well, can’t say we didn’t see this coming! Climate change is real and this only reminds us of the urgent need to address and tackle the climate crisis, the impact of which is notably visible in
Craft in the age of climate crisis: What is the correlation between crafts and climate? Read More »
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