Fashion
Sacred blooms, eternal love: Flowers in worship and puja fashion
In the simplicity of floral blooms, devotees find a pure form, expressing their homage to the gods and goddesses; their beauty and scent create an ambience that elevates the entire spiritual experience.
Unveiling the goddess within
Durga Puja celebrates Goddess Durga, highlighting her strength, courage, and compassion. These divine traits are present in every woman, empowering them to face challenges and embrace their inner goddess during the festival and beyond.
Sharat’s graceful homage
Fall brings a whole new meaning to Bengali fashion. In this day and age, we love taking cues from global trends and fusing them with our versatile styles the rest of the year, but come this season we still lean towards more traditional forms and hues.
Why every Bengali woman’s secret weapon is a cotton saree
Bengali women cherish cotton sarees for their comfort, elegance, and cultural significance. These breathable, organic sarees are ideal for daily wear and formal occasions. Supporting local artisans, they embody tradition and modernity, making them a national treasure.
Why settle for beige? Embrace the colours in your wardrobe and makeup
Bright colours dominate beauty trends, with bold hues on lips, cheeks, and eyes. Designers’ Spring and Fall collections feature vibrant shades like wild strawberry and jungle green. Graphic cat eyes and colourful blushes enhance playful, youthful looks.
Style hacks for men: YouTube channels that make dressing well look easy
Who doesn’t aspire to look and feel fabulous? Be it a date, a hangout with friends, a wedding, or a birthday — we all need ways to look our best. However, men often struggle to pick the right outfit, accessories, perfume, or hairstyle. Appearing as either flamboyant or underdressed becomes a common problem.
Why rings are the unsung heroes of your jewellery box
Rings are definitely top of that list of jewellery. Although seemingly small in size, rings do pack a punch! From dainty, barely-there ones to oversized, chunky ones and everything else in between, rings are incredibly fun and add just the right amount of pizzazz to one’s look.
Why spend on diamonds when glass can fool you just as well?
Forget the traditional adage, "Diamonds are a girl's best friend." We are in Bangladesh, where a far humbler material is being touted as the new must-have luxury accessory. Who needs diamonds when you can have a shiny piece of glass for a fraction of the cost?
Evolution of jewellery through the ages
It all began at the dawn of time when man first set foot on Earth. The jewellery made back then was not identical to the ornaments made today. Feathers, bones, shells, and colourful stones were among the materials used in ancient jewellery. These gemstone-like stones were jewels, and gems have long been treasured for their beauty and durability in adornments. Diamonds were only widely used once humans discovered how to cut them to show off their brilliance, which began around 1300 A.D. in Europe. Many contemporary jewellery designs started off as useful things.
Silk saris you need before the year ends
Statement silk saris promise to take you back to the ‘60s and help mimic your favourite Bollywood heroine. Decades ago, this very silk sari conjured images of eye-catching young women from elite society but today, that image has somehow faded because of the scarcity of the authentic fabric and the existence of cheaper alternatives that actually look nothing close or exclusive as its predecessors.
5 most stylish footballers playing at the World Cup 2022
The game of football is a class apart, and so are some of the players — not just in terms of their athletic prowess while playing the game, but also in their fashion game — they stand apart. Some have a formal style, some prefer casual, and some straight up flamboyant.
Nobo: A craft centre of excellence
Silmat Chisti of Nobo Dhaka, knows her way around the traditional weaves of Bangladesh. Jamdani, Silk, Tangail — you name it. She can continue a well-informed conversation for hours. After launching Nobo Dhaka in 2019 along with her friend, Mitia Saleh, the entrepreneur worked hard to source, produce and promote anything and everything that was a part of the heritage of Bangladesh. At least that was the primary thought behind initiating the brand. Part of the reason why she aims to make Nobo, an authentic traditional brand is to revive and restore the heritages of Bangladesh, ones that we are almost on the verge of losing.
Types of leather to look out for in jackets
The best leather jackets start with high-quality leather. Among the many kinds of animal skins used to create leather are deerskin, lambskin, goatskin, calfskin, and cowhide. There are five standard types of leather used for apparel.
5 leather jackets to have
Leather jackets have their roots in traditional utilitarianism, even though they are frequently associated with stylish bad guys. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, leather jackets were mainly used as practical apparel. Motorcycle jackets were initially designed as safety gear as they would protect the wearer from road accidents in the case of collisions and offer insulation and warmth while riding. However, a few styles have dominated the leather jacket market for years.
Nibir Adnan wins an award as Best International Male Model
The renowned Bangladeshi model, Nibir Adnan Nahid has recently won the Model of The Year International (Male) award at the British Bangladesh Fashion & Lifestyle Award 2022 ceremony held on 3 December 2022 at The Tower Hotel in London. The event was organised by the British Bangladeshi Fashion Council (BBFC), an award-winning, social enterprise that aims to support individuals who want to pursue careers in the fashion and creative industries, in association with the London Tea Exchange.
The timeless midi skirts
Back from the 90s when it almost monopolised the party fashion scene, the midi skirt is trending again in celebrity wardrobes. Recently, Akshata Murthy wore it and we say, if it’s good for the Prime Minister’s home, it’s good for us. But the question is, how do we style it? Despite its popularity, the average fashion savvy woman still has a hard time styling this timeless piece. Fortunately, fashion experts and experienced stylists have some tried and tested tips.
Top 5 fashionable shoes for men this winter
The right shoe tells a story. It reveals a person's personality and conveys his personality to others. Additionally, appropriate shoes are a must-have for any ensemble. In fact, selecting the right shoe for a man's suit is harder than finding the right clothing. This is because there are more categories and possibilities for shoes than there are for men's clothing. Do not worry if you ever feel like you do not know enough about men's shoes or need ideas for a new wardrobe; this article is ideal for you.
Pregnancy and motherhood: Confessions of a ‘not-so-perfect’ mother
Dreams relating to motherhood began quite early in my life. It was mostly inspired by pregnancy photoshoots with celebrities like Brooke Shields, Kirsten Dunst, and Demi Moore. These ladies made pregnancy look like a piece of cake. With their long and thick hair resting on their shoulders, and finely manicured hands cradling their perfectly shaped bellies – everything looked handpicked, as if from a favourite fairy-tale.