saree
Afsana Begum on conquering the world of extreme sports in saree
Saree is hardly the apparel of choice for snowboarding and skydiving. Afsana Begum, proves otherwise
Blouse: The ultimate saree game-changer
Ah! The Bengali woman and her saree! A story replete with love, memories, style and grace.
Iconic dresses from Met Gala 2024
The Met Gala 2024 dazzled under the theme "The Garden of Time," inspired by a short story with a similar title. Held on 6 May 2024, the gala saw fashion and film luminaries showcasing designs that married elegance and innovativeness with contemporary environmental consciousness.
Why we love red and white sarees on Pahela Baishakh
Pahela Baishakh is characterised by vibrant festivities and mouth-watering dishes. For Bengali women, the essence of this day lies in their red and white sarees — an emblem of their unwavering love for tradition through the ages.
From sarees to Boho: Taking up sartorial challenges this Pahela Baishakh
While there is hardly anything as symbolic as hues of red and white for Pahela Baishakh, this year we are excited for something new, something different!
Bring back our sarees
The government should identify and register all our GI products immediately, before we see them being snatched away.
Draping through time: Contemporary twists on the classic sari
The sari, an emblematic attire of South Asian heritage, is not just a garment but a canvas that embodies tradition, elegance, and cultural identity. From time immemorial, this heritage has been passed down to us from our mothers and grandmothers and the generations before them.
5 ways to master the timeless art of draping a sari
While there is no debate on which is the better style, here are 5 ways to drape your favourite sari the next time.
From tradition to trend: The evolution of katan
A piece of nostalgia, a part of cultural heritage, or an heirloom passed on through generations; the deep-seated love Bengali women have for katan sari is truly unparalleled. Be it the old-school romanticism that comes with being a red katan bride or the unapologetic boldness of the bright colour contrast that makes you stand out in a crowd, katan is always among our top choices for any occasion.
Afsana Begum on conquering the world of extreme sports in saree
Saree is hardly the apparel of choice for snowboarding and skydiving. Afsana Begum, proves otherwise
Blouse: The ultimate saree game-changer
Ah! The Bengali woman and her saree! A story replete with love, memories, style and grace.
Iconic dresses from Met Gala 2024
The Met Gala 2024 dazzled under the theme "The Garden of Time," inspired by a short story with a similar title. Held on 6 May 2024, the gala saw fashion and film luminaries showcasing designs that married elegance and innovativeness with contemporary environmental consciousness.
Why we love red and white sarees on Pahela Baishakh
Pahela Baishakh is characterised by vibrant festivities and mouth-watering dishes. For Bengali women, the essence of this day lies in their red and white sarees — an emblem of their unwavering love for tradition through the ages.
From sarees to Boho: Taking up sartorial challenges this Pahela Baishakh
While there is hardly anything as symbolic as hues of red and white for Pahela Baishakh, this year we are excited for something new, something different!
Bring back our sarees
The government should identify and register all our GI products immediately, before we see them being snatched away.
Draping through time: Contemporary twists on the classic sari
The sari, an emblematic attire of South Asian heritage, is not just a garment but a canvas that embodies tradition, elegance, and cultural identity. From time immemorial, this heritage has been passed down to us from our mothers and grandmothers and the generations before them.
5 ways to master the timeless art of draping a sari
While there is no debate on which is the better style, here are 5 ways to drape your favourite sari the next time.
From tradition to trend: The evolution of katan
A piece of nostalgia, a part of cultural heritage, or an heirloom passed on through generations; the deep-seated love Bengali women have for katan sari is truly unparalleled. Be it the old-school romanticism that comes with being a red katan bride or the unapologetic boldness of the bright colour contrast that makes you stand out in a crowd, katan is always among our top choices for any occasion.
Manas: Where fashion tells a story
Faiza Ahmed, an artist, designer, and fashion activist has seen trends and styles change right before her eyes. And while she found herself appreciating many of these changes, the drastic decline of Bengali elements in mainstream fashion did not sit well with her. This is when she founded Manas, a fashion studio that combined classic art with contemporary fashion to create an amazing line of clothing.
