Sustainable fashion
#Reviews / How a visionary artist transforms wood into treasured jewels
Wooden jewellery carries a certain charm, which you may not find in metals and gemstones. Artisans often utilise offcuts from furniture makers or fallen branches, ensuring that each piece contributes to a cycle of renewal and minimal waste. One such artist is Rial Sarker — the founder of Tukro Kath.
Rent, lend, buy and repeat: Embracing circular fashion with Karama Kabir
Circular fashion, which promotes the reuse, recycling, and extended lifecycle of clothing is central to reducing the fashion industry's environmental impact. Starlet Style Studio not only exemplifies this sustainable model but also makes high fashion affordable and accessible.
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.
Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Tati’ celebrates Bangladeshi weavers
If you are a devoted listener of Coke Studio Bangla, chances are you may not have missed its Season 3 opener, “Tati,” — a song that celebrates not just the music, but the very soul of Bangladeshi craftsmanship. Released under the creative direction of Shayan Chowdhury Arnob, the vocalists include Md Gonjer Ali, Oli Boy and the evergreen Jaya Ahsan.
The thrill of thrift shopping
Thrift shopping — the latest buzzword in fashion — is not just about saving money or scoring a bargain; it’s about the eagerness to find a very lucrative fashion item.
Bringing back the magic of local fabric with Zarin Rashid
Founded four years ago by the young visionary Zarin Rashid, Kino is a movement towards sustainable fashion with a touch of tradition and culture. Rashid, the creator and driving force, had a plan for a venture that would create beautiful clothing while staying true to its roots.
Sustainable style: Thread's artful blend of tradition and fashion
Thread is the first-ever brand to have emerged itself to explore and introduce a product line made with the base of Shital Pati, something that has not been tried before or yet on a comparatively large commercial scale.
Khadi Fest 2024 spotlights Bangladesh's cultural heritage
Not only in our country but throughout the Indian sub-continent, Khadi remains a timeless fabric cherished for its unique texture, breathability, and versatility. Celebrating the beauty of Khadi, the Fashion Design Council of Bangladesh (FDCB) has organised ‘Khadi Fest 2024,’ scheduled from 19 to 20 January 2024, at Aloki Convention Center, 211 Tejgaon Link Road, from 10 AM to 8 PM.
Analysis / ‘Polluter pays’ doctrine will take on new meaning
Ten years since Rana Plaza factory tragedy in Bangladesh, cheap clothing from global brands still filling landfill
How a visionary artist transforms wood into treasured jewels
Wooden jewellery carries a certain charm, which you may not find in metals and gemstones. Artisans often utilise offcuts from furniture makers or fallen branches, ensuring that each piece contributes to a cycle of renewal and minimal waste. One such artist is Rial Sarker — the founder of Tukro Kath.
Rent, lend, buy and repeat: Embracing circular fashion with Karama Kabir
Circular fashion, which promotes the reuse, recycling, and extended lifecycle of clothing is central to reducing the fashion industry's environmental impact. Starlet Style Studio not only exemplifies this sustainable model but also makes high fashion affordable and accessible.
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.
Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Tati’ celebrates Bangladeshi weavers
If you are a devoted listener of Coke Studio Bangla, chances are you may not have missed its Season 3 opener, “Tati,” — a song that celebrates not just the music, but the very soul of Bangladeshi craftsmanship. Released under the creative direction of Shayan Chowdhury Arnob, the vocalists include Md Gonjer Ali, Oli Boy and the evergreen Jaya Ahsan.
The thrill of thrift shopping
Thrift shopping — the latest buzzword in fashion — is not just about saving money or scoring a bargain; it’s about the eagerness to find a very lucrative fashion item.
Bringing back the magic of local fabric with Zarin Rashid
Founded four years ago by the young visionary Zarin Rashid, Kino is a movement towards sustainable fashion with a touch of tradition and culture. Rashid, the creator and driving force, had a plan for a venture that would create beautiful clothing while staying true to its roots.
Sustainable style: Thread's artful blend of tradition and fashion
Thread is the first-ever brand to have emerged itself to explore and introduce a product line made with the base of Shital Pati, something that has not been tried before or yet on a comparatively large commercial scale.
Khadi Fest 2024 spotlights Bangladesh's cultural heritage
Not only in our country but throughout the Indian sub-continent, Khadi remains a timeless fabric cherished for its unique texture, breathability, and versatility. Celebrating the beauty of Khadi, the Fashion Design Council of Bangladesh (FDCB) has organised ‘Khadi Fest 2024,’ scheduled from 19 to 20 January 2024, at Aloki Convention Center, 211 Tejgaon Link Road, from 10 AM to 8 PM.
‘Polluter pays’ doctrine will take on new meaning
Ten years since Rana Plaza factory tragedy in Bangladesh, cheap clothing from global brands still filling landfill
Green milestone for RMG industry
But more needs to be done achieve real sustainability