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Valentino Garavani, the legendary Italian couturier known for his signature “Valentino Red” gowns and dressing royalty and celebrities, passed away on January 19, 2026, at his Rome residence surrounded by loved ones. He was 93 years old, with no official cause of death disclosed, though reports suggest natural causes given his age. Early Life and […]
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A Night of Art, Social Impact, and Film-Inspired Glamour The St. Regis, Mumbai, will set the stage for the second edition of the MASH Ball, an event blending the worlds of art, cinema, and humanitarian advocacy. Orchestrated by philanthropist and art patron Shalini Passi, founder of MASH, this year’s gala unites India’s creative and philanthropic
The MASH Ball 2025: Gala For Art, Fashion, and Philanthropy in Support of UNICEF India Read More »
A history of Madeleine Vionnet, how she started, her design style, the brand Vionnet and the impact she had on fashion
How Madeleine Vionnet Changed Fashion Read More »
When India’s 2015 beef ban devastated traditional leather workers from Dalit communities, Sudheer Rajbhar saw an opportunity rather than defeat. He founded Chamar Studio in Mumbai, creating a sustainable fashion brand that transforms recycled rubber into leather-like accessories while empowering marginalized artisans. Working with artisans in Dharavi, Mumbai’s largest slum, Rajbhar developed a signature material—canvas
Chamar Studio: Empowering Dalit Artisans Through Sustainable Fashion Read More »
Louvre Couture: Art and Fashion: Statement Pieces is an exhibition on view until 24th August, which showcases the work of the most legendary fashion designers and how they’ve been influenced by art. The exhibition contains the work of fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, Balenciaga and Jean Paul Gaultier
Louvre Couture: Art And Fashion: Statement Pieces Closes Soon Read More »
How fashion has changed as women’s rights advanced, and what the future holds. Back in the Victorian era, affluent women’s fashion consisted of corsets, crinolines and bustles. Corsets were tightly laced to achieve a tiny waist, cage crinolines were made of horsehair, or in some cases even whale-bone so that the skirt over it can
Fashion Is Political: Feminism And Corsets Read More »
Why is The Blue Boy Still Alluring? Few paintings in Western art history have captured the public imagination, such as The Blue Boy by Thomas Gainsborough. This iconic 18th-century portrait continues to inspire artists, fashion designers, and cultural theorists alike. With its vivid use of blue, exquisite brushwork, and ongoing influence on gender and fashion
Thomas Gainsborough’s The Blue Boy: Fashion, Art History & Gender in One Painting Read More »
Karl Lagerfeld (1933-2019), an influential fashion designer who left an indelible mark on the industry through his groundbreaking work as creative director at Chanel and Fendi. Known for his distinctive appearance—featuring white hair, black sunglasses, and fingerless gloves—Lagerfeld transformed Chanel after joining in 1983, restoring its status as a premier fashion house. His remarkable career,
Remembering Karl Lagerfeld Fashion Icon Read More »
Ministry of Textiles Presents Weave The Future Weave The Future is an upcoming initiative by the Ministry of Textiles, which celebrates the new generation of textile artisans, known for weaving innovation with craftsmanship; circling it into fashion. The event is curated by Material Library of India. The textile exhibition is scheduled from February 1 to
Community Fashion Designs at Ministry of Textiles Weave the Future Read More »
Introduction The mutually beneficial relationship between fashion and Hollywood has long underpinned both the entertainment and style industries. As Hollywood talent agencies are aligned with the growing globalisation, social media influence, and brand marketing of the fashion industry, designers are realising the value of partnering up with these agencies. These collaborations are reanimating the blossoming
Fashion Designers Collaborating with Hollywood Talent Agencies Read More »