Cords of chanderi silk snaking up the collar bone, a blouse fanning out like origami – both structured and light, tree branches, intricate like filigree adorn the back of a jacket. The first time I laid eyes on a Vaishali S ensemble, it was nothing short of breathtaking. Born and raised in the small town of Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, Vaishali Shadangule has always been an unassuming figure on India’s boisterous fashion circuit. The designer started making clothes 20 years ago before undergoing any formal training, from a small studio in Malad, in Mumbai. Today, she’s showcased her collections at New York Fashion Week and stocks in fashion capitals around the globe. But, she still remembers the first time she showed at Lakmé Fashion Week, in 2011 – she felt like an outlier, “I’ve never been good at networking, I always prefer speaking in Hindi. I took my bow on the runway dressed in a sari and wore a bindi – something very normal for me but everyone else found it weird.
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EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN
We go beyond the sun, sand and tan at this tropical paradise
A Hard Pill To Swallow
This travelogue captures the 2023 Cricket World Cup that took place around India, including the Final that devastated us all
BAKING MEMORIES
From heirloom recipes to the scent of spiced fruits, Mumbai's bakers are preserving the art of Christmas cakes with heart and history
NO REST FOR THE WICKED
Costume designer Paul Tazewell's work in Wicked is a testament to how thoughtful design can enrich storytelling
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Beauty experts are saying it's what happens when the genetically blessed go full-throttle on the tweakments...
HAPPY FEET
With Aquazzura's first boutique in India, creative director Edgardo Osorio discusses the brand's global appeal, its resonance with Indian clients, and the inspirations he finds in the country
STRAIGHT-TALKING
Fashion has always been a romance between the past and present for designer Kresha Bajaj
Dump, Discount, Or DESTROY?
As the beauty industry goes all out during the festive season, we unpack the fate of unsold holiday-themed products and the growing concerns of overconsumption
2024 TRENDS WRAPPED
Six beauty content creators showcase their interpretations of the most-talked-about trends that defined this year
RETURN TO ROOTS
The pioneer of outerwear gives you a distinct taste of British heritage and style
