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Food, Magazine

Not Your Nani’s Thali: Gourmet Festive Menus With a Modern Spin

The festive season is here — and with it, a new culinary language that’s rewriting the rules of tradition. Move over, heavy silver thalis stacked with predictable favourites. This season, India’s top chefs and catering artists are plating nostalgia with a modern twist — think inventive, indulgent, and unapologetically chic. Welcome to the new-age festive menu — where heirloom recipes meet haute gastronomy. The idea isn’t to abandon tradition, but to elevate it. Imagine ghee-roasted makhana tossed with truffle oil, payasam laced with sea salt caramel, or chaats served in martini glasses, layered with textures and memories. It’s comfort food with couture confidence. Across India’s wedding circuit and intimate festive dinners, the trend is unmistakable — heritage, but make it gourmet. M...
Fashion, Magazine

Pop-Ups & Private Showings: The Secret World of October Bridal Shopping

There’s something about October that makes the bridal world come alive — quietly, luxuriously, and often, behind closed doors. As the wedding season inches closer, the air is thick with anticipation, exclusivity, and that magical sense of discovery that only a bride-to-be can truly understand. Forget the typical boutique browsing. This is the season of by-appointment-only unveilings, couture pop-ups, and private trunk shows — where champagne flows as freely as design conversations, and each gown is more than a garment; it’s an emotion in motion. Across India’s fashion capitals, from Mumbai’s heritage studios to Delhi’s design dens, October becomes the month when the real bridal fashion stories unfold. Designers unveil capsule collections that never make it to the gram, accessible onl...
Beauty, Magazine, Wedding Vows

Festive Vanity Must-Haves: Glow, Glam & Give with the Season’s Best Picks! 

The festive season calls for more than just sparkle — it’s about radiance that lasts, gifts that delight, and beauty that feels as good as it looks. From skincare that shields and brightens to luxe palettes that dazzle, here’s your ultimate list of must-haves to keep your festive vanity glowing all season long. Oriflame Optimals Daily Glow Multi-Protector SPF50 Your festive glow starts with flawless skin, and this multitasking protector from Oriflame does it all. With O-RadianceShield technology, it safeguards against UVA, UVB, and pollution while reducing dullness and dark spots. The oil-free, lightweight formula absorbs instantly, leaving behind a luminous, non-greasy finish—perfect as a makeup base. Instantly bright, dewy, and radiant, it’s your go-to for festive-ready skin th...
diwali, Magazine, Staycation, Travel, Trending

Luxury Staycations to Feel Home Away From Home on Diwali

Who says Diwali magic can only be found at home? This festive season, trade the chaos of last-minute hosting for the calm of curated luxury. Think candle-lit courtyards, bespoke menus, and suites that feel like a warm embrace, where every detail whispers indulgence and every moment glows with quiet celebration. These luxury staycations are designed for those who crave the spirit of Diwali, minus the stress, wrapped in the comfort of a five-star escape that still feels intimately like home. Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center Located in the heart of Whitefield, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center offers an ideal Diwali retreat for those seeking a festive break without leaving the city. With its spacious rooms...
diwali, Fashion, Festival, Magazine

Diwali Ensembles That Make a Statement

This Diwali, let your style speak before you do. Think fluid silks that catch the light just right, embroidery that tells stories of craft, and silhouettes that move between tradition and modernity with effortless grace. These aren’t just festive outfits—they’re declarations of individuality, designed for the woman who lights up every room she walks into. Cream Silk Printed Mandarin Collar Slim Fit Kurta This exquisite piece of craftsmanship comes from our Ethnic Splendor collection. Bring home a piece of modern Indian aesthetic, reflecting printed crafts. MRP: ₹2,999/- Strappy Kurta with Farshi Shalwar By JOVI INDIA  The fabric is soft mulmul, dyed in deep neer royal blue colour. It’s detailed with gotta jharokha that shines like Jaipur’s sun-kissed ...
diwali, Home, Magazine, Trending, Wedding Vows

Spruce Up Your Home For This Diwali- Trending Picks

Diwali is all about light, warmth and style. This year, the decor trends are striking a balance between luxe glam and earthy authenticity. Think rich textures, artisan details, colours that glow, and sustainable touches. Here’s how to get the vibe right — plus curated picks to make it happen. Banarasi Brocade Cushion & Pillow Covers from Banarai Vastra Jewel Tones & Textured Fabrics Move over pastels, this festive season is all about deep jewel tones like emerald green, sapphire blue, and ruby red, offset with accents of gold and ivory. Dress up your spaces with rich fabrics — brocade cushions, velvet runners, or silk drapes — that add both opulence and warmth. Mirror work, tassels, and embroidered textures instantly make a room celebration-ready. Padme Trip...
diwali, Gifting, Gifting Ideas, Magazine, Trending

Festive Gifting Ideas That Feel Anything but Predictable

This festive season, gifting isn’t just an obligation—it’s a statement. Say goodbye to the tired clichés of chocolates and candles, and step into a world where every present tells a story, sparks joy, and surprises at every turn. From luxe bespoke finds to thoughtful twists on everyday essentials, these gifting ideas promise to feel anything but predictable. Campus’ Limited Edition Truck Art Collection takes the poetry of India’s highways and turns it into fashion that moves—hand-painted dreams, folklore in bold colour, and symbols of strength reimagined on sneakers for today’s expressive woman. From the quiet power of the tigress to the rooted grace of the lotus, from loud desi swagger to unapologetic statements of identity, each design is a reflection of a moving canvas. A...
Fashion, Magazine

Beyond Sindoor: Modern Brides Reimagining Karwa Chauth Rituals With Style

There’s something magical about Karwa Chauth night: moonlight, fasting, traditions woven into every ritual. But this year, brides are doing more than observing—they’re curating, styling, and reinterpreting the festival to reflect modern identity, comfort, creativity, and expression. 1. Colour Story: Breaking the Red Mold For decades, red has defined Karwa Chauth. It symbolized passion, commitment, and auspicious beginnings. Yet today’s brides are rewriting the colour code.Pastels like blush, lavender, mint, and powder blue are stealing the spotlight for day celebrations, while metallics and champagne tones shimmer under moonlight soirées. These hues whisper grace rather than shout tradition — a soft rebellion wrapped in silk. 2. Hybrid & Fusion Ensemble...
Fashion, Magazine

Saree Not Sorry- Trending Saree Picks for the Festive Season

Every festive season, the saree claims center stage—its timeless silhouette weaving stories of culture, heritage, and personal expression. But in 2025, this classic is getting a modern remix: fabrics, cuts, and drapes are evolving, proving that “Saree Not Sorry” is more than a hashtag, it’s a fashion manifesto. Fashion connoisseurs and designers alike are embracing the idea that a saree can be ultra-glam, effortlessly wearable, and boldly contemporary, all while holding hands with tradition Visit KALKI 1. Fabric Alchemy & Sheer Drama This year, organza, tissue silk, and metallic blends are emerging as the fabrics du jour. Designers are pairing translucence with heft, shimmer with structure. Saree trends for 2025 include metallic and pastel silks, along with sheer fa...
Entertainment, Magazine

The Rise of Experiential Weddings: Why Couples Are Adding Music, Dance & Festivities to Their Shaadis

Indian weddings have never been quiet affairs. But in recent years, the way couples conceptualize their shaadi is shifting fast. What used to be a sequence of rituals, family obligations, and tradition has morphed into something more immersive, more curated, more personal. Music, dance, theatricality, festivity: these aren’t just additions to the wedding—they’re at the heart of its design. The experiential wedding is not just about what happens, but what it feels like. And as couples lean toward self-expression, guests’ experience, content-worthy moments, and meaningful rituals, the “shaadi” is evolving into multi-sense celebrations. What Is an Experiential Wedding? An experiential wedding goes beyond the ritual-led structure. It injects elements usually seen in concerts, theatri...