Winter fit check
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.
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
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As the curtain falls on yet another fashion week season, the dazzling lights dim, and the glamour momentarily recedes, let’s take a moment to pause and consider the impact of the bi-annual fashion show circuit. I have been attending fashion weeks ever since I was a design student and these events were our windows into
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Cruelty-free. Vegan. Ethical. What do these terms mean? Do they have something in common? Earlier this year, I happened to watch Slay, a documentary that exposes the behind-the-scenes of the fur, wool and leather industries… how the animals are exploited for trendy garments, and the myths the fashion industry has not only been perpetuating but
Kashmir is where shopaholics and wanderers find their Utopia. Kashmiri embroidery, or Kashidakari, is known for its intricate and finely-detailed patterns, often inspired by nature, flora, fauna and Persian motifs. A kaleidoscope of colours, Kashidakari is a way to empower hands when the fields are fallow and it perfectly captures the essence of Kashmir while
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The fifth edition of the Circular Design Challenge (CDC) concluded with the Sustainable Fashion Day, at Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI, in New Delhi, on October 12. The event was presented by R|Elan, a fabric brand from the house of Reliance (RIL), in partnership with Lakme Fashion Week and The United Nations India, along with
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With the festive season come those big red banners screaming SALE, at every corner. Snagging a deal is always thrilling, but it’s crucial to consider the lasting impact of our shopping decisions. It’s easy to get carried away with the frenzy of Diwali sales. But the new, unnecessary items we buy contribute to the growing
Shivani Singh, the South Asia co-community organiser for Remake, has long been an advocate for sustainability. ‘I always wanted that personal touch to everything I wore, something that has empowered at least a few people along the way,’ says Shivani. And, her wedding wasn’t any different. ‘The common perception is that it is almost impossible
Festivals are a great time to dress up. And while popular culture may have you believe that you need to shop more to look your best, we’re here to tell you there are other ways to ace your look. Take a cue from our team.
Simrita Kaur can’t remember the last time she bought new clothes that weren’t a ‘necessity’. ‘As the younger of two sisters, I grew up wearing hand-me-downs,’ she says. “Of course, back then, it wasn’t a conscious decision, just a way of life.’ But as the now-39-year-old educationist from Bengaluru grew older, she began to feel