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These nine yards of elegance vary from state to state in India. Each has its own charm, craftsmanship, and style. Let’s check out the different types of sarees in India that add up grace to the Indian Heritage. The History Of Sarees In India The saree has been around for more than 6000 years. It is believed to have evolved from a three-piece garment consisting of unstitched pieces of cloth draped as a lower garment, a chest band, and a piece worn over one’s shoulder or head. The saree later became that one stretch of cloth that did all this...

Elliot, Rozalia and Rebecca Harding (wearing Stephanie Chehade) at Vogue Festival Sharmonie: For me, I loved Issey Miyake’s bounce moments and Dion Lee’s deeper foray into more masculine lingerie. What were your highlights of the Spring Summer 2020 Ready-to-Wear shows? Elliot: I absolutely loved the Louis Vuitton shows and Virgil for Spring 2020. It was one that really stood out. Obviously exactly what you just said from Dion Lee, we’re seeing so much more of this unisex uniform for both women and men with modern tailoring. The trend has really stood the test of time over the last couple of...

Getting famed drag queen and burlesque dancer Violet Chachki to model your first collection out of school is not an easy feat. But for Luis De Javier, a young Spanish designer and recent graduate living in London, the stars managed to align through a stroke of luck, sheer talent, and a budding friendship with the RuPaul's Drag Race winner. None Chachki, who is known for her affinity towards vintage glamour, fetish fashion, and dominatrix imagery (she rocks a corset like no one else), was the perfect fit to wear De Javier's sexually-charged clothes and deconstructed looks. "What I portray with...

Daniel R. Day, better known and beloved as Dapper Dan, is fashion's original influencer. None In the '80s, the renowned style icon and inventor of what we now call Logomania pioneered the high-end streetwear that is ubiquitous today. Dan first showcased his inimitable mix of classic luxury-brand logos and original, forward-thinking designs in his namesake Harlem store. As his store became more popular, and his name recognition grew, Dan morphed into a world-class couturier, styling cultural icons from Naomi Campbell to Jay-Z, and developing a partnership with Gucci, for which he has produced several collections based on his archives. None...

What does it mean to take care of your clothes in a sustainable way? Is it only about the materials themselves, or are there other things to keep in mind? Having truly sustainable garment care practices starts from shopping for an item to how often you wear it, to washing it, to storing it, and finally, mending or disposing of it. Think of it as the life cycle of a garment. We’re sharing the top tips and tricks from sustainable brands, as well as which fibres are most sustainable, what detergents to use, how to keep your clothes in shape,...