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A little sheer goes a long way, especially if you’re frolicking in the sun and sand. Tendulkar’s khaki-hued La Paz outfit will immediately transport you to your next beach vacation. The cover-up features beads from the acacia trees. She paired it with Myaraa’s tufted hat and gold earrings, adding the perfect finishing touches.

Loewe font raffia tote

One of the hottest vacation accessories of the season created by former creative director Jonathan Anderson, this cuboid bag was made in Spain using raffia leaves that have been cultivated, harvested, sun-dried and handwoven by artisans in Madagascar. She paired her Loewe tote bag with a soft white Aritzia dress. Her accessories included Loewe’s donut chain and small stud earrings. A sleek bun with a scrunchie, sunglasses and Tory Burch sandals tied her look together.

Seema Gujral lehenga

Your wonderful friend has asked you to attend their wedding ceremony as a bridesmaid. We are confident that you will be excited and happy. But you may wonder: What do I need to wear to this essential ceremony? Selecting a bridesmaid attire is a difficult task that will undoubtedly cause you distress. After all, you need to seem great without drawing an excessive amount of hobby in yourself — that`s sincerely instead difficult.

Additionally, you have to wear Indian outfits that go properly with the bride`s wedding gown and harmonize your look with hers. But worry not—we’ve got the solution to all your questions on bridesmaid dresses. Simply get dressed in a clever and stylish sarees. We can guide you through the extensive style of bridesmaid saree patterns that can be available. So let’s look at some of the most stylish and elegant bridesmaid saree ideas that will make you look amazing at your best friend’s wedding.

Choosing the proper bridesmaid saree for a marriage in 2025 is all approximately balancing elegance, trendiness, and comfort. Here are seven lovely thoughts to make certain the bridesmaid’s appearance is radiant on the huge day:

Tissue sarees are always the best option for bridesmaid saree styles. In particular, this exquisite golden tissue saree is made from the finest organza in every stitch. Because of its softness and lightweight, this saree would be easy to wear throughout the entire wedding festivities. This bridesmaid saree outfit, which consisted of a zari border, is sure to be remembered.

Choose this one-of-a-type ruffle saree in pink and red in case you are looking for bridesmaid saree ideas so that it will set you aside from the rest of the crowd. The pink ruffles that cascade down its purple frame will absolutely garner a variety of compliments from your site visitors regarding your experience of style. For an extra state-of-the-art appearance, decorate this ensemble with a couple of cute golden rings and 2 splendid finger rings.

Are you sure that pastels are always in style? This is especially true with regard to the hue pink. We have a stunning baby pink saree that is sure to win your heart if you are looking for a soft and feminine look to wear to the wedding of your best friend. Come check it out! This saree is remarkable in terms of comfort due to the fact it is crafted from 100% cotton. This saree is a top notch preference for any younger girl who’s interested in attending a marriage as a bridesmaid due to the fact it is embellished with adorable flower embroidery on its frame.

The mermaid saree is currently the most popular choice for bridesmaid sarees, so why not get one for your own look? Take a look at our mermaid saree in impressive yellow; that is an image of joy, happiness, and all this is trendy. The ruffles that embellish the saree are very stunning, and the mermaid reduction of the saree makes its appearance even more lovable than it already is. On the occasion that you select this look without any reservations, we’re assured that you’ll effortlessly exude fashion and happiness.

As you prepare for the wedding of your best friend, do you want to go for a classic mood while keeping things simple? There is a bridesmaid saree concept that we’ve for you; this is honestly perfect. Chanderi silk is used within the creation of our pink block-published saree, which capabilities block prints that take in the complete frame of the garment. It is feasible to offer this saree a modern appearance through carrying it with a blouse that doesn’t have sleeves, and we’re assured that you’ll make an influence on the way to final at the marriage celebration.

Black is always a good choice, as the adage goes, and bridesmaid saree ideas are no exception. Wear our midnight black saree, which has stunning white embroidery on the edges, to go out in style. Additionally, it has a chic front slit that elevates the saree ensemble even further. We’ll give you another reason to choose this as your bridesmaid saree look if you need one. Say goodbye to the trouble of pleating a saree and put on this gorgeous saree, setting style goals along the way. This saree is fully pre-draped.

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An essential step in a bride’s journey is selecting the ideal bridal saree. Every bride will be able to discover her ideal saree because of the stunning fusion of history and innovation in the 2025 trends. Every saree tells a different tale because of its elaborate designs, vivid colors, and opulent textiles.

Brides can create a timeless yet modern style by paying attention to details like blouse designs and accessories. Allow these trends and advice to help you choose the ideal saree that best suits your individuality and sense of style as you set off on this fascinating adventure.

I don’t want to admit this, but I have a history of comparing my success to that of my friends and feeling unsuccessful. But this is a fool’s errand—I am a freelance writer and, for whatever reason, many of my friends are lawyers and consultants. They’re busy climbing the corporate ladder while I’m over here writing my little stories at home.

Despite knowing better, I’ve fallen into a terrible trap where I often look at their milestones—promotions, job titles, pay raises—and then at my own trajectory and think, Why the hell aren’t I getting those things? I then arrive at the awful conclusion that it’s because I’m not doing as well as they are. As you can imagine, this has been not-great for my self-esteem.

According to Sanam Hafeez, PsyD, a neuropsychologist and the director of Comprehend The Mind in New York, we all—at some point, in some way—compare ourselves to others. “It’s built into our DNA,” she tells SELF. “We are concerned about how the world sees us.” We look to others—their jobs, family life, vacations—as a measure or guide of how we’re getting along. While that’s not inherently a bad thing, research shows, doing so often triggers shame, envy, and resentment—especially if you’re on social media where everything is distorted and everyone appears to be killing it.

If you’re feeling unsuccessful and constantly questioning your progress, stick with me. I worked with my therapist to put this bad habit to rest and can finally say it’s possible to stop unnecessarily beating yourself up. Below, Dr. Hafeez shares three simple tricks—alongside some of my own insights—that’ll help you stop glamorising other people’s lives and be more grateful for what you’ve got going on.

Reflect on what comparison makes you feel

Before you can change how comparison affects you, it helps to understand what you’re actually feeling. Dr. Hafeez recommends getting familiar with the emotions and thoughts that surface when you compare your success to others’. The answer might seem obvious—uh, I’m just jealous!—but digging deeper could uncover frustration, shame, inferiority, or other surprising reactions. Identifying these feelings—and accepting them without judgment—is often the first step in processing them in a healthier way. Research even shows that naming your emotions (a technique called affect labeling) can reduce their intensity and make them easier to manage.

Below, everything you need to know about Vogue World: Hollywood.

When is Vogue World: Hollywood?

Vogue World: Hollywood will take place on Sunday 26 October, 2025.

Where will Vogue World: Hollywood be held?

The fashion and film tribute will take place on the Paramount Pictures Studios Lot in Hollywood – one of the oldest film studios in the world and the last still headquartered in the famed Los Angeles district. Famous films shot there include Sunset Boulevard, Psycho, Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Indiana Jones.

How will Vogue World: Hollywood differ from previous versions of the event?

“Vogue World: Hollywood will be a one-night-only show with a huge cast of models and actors, setting great film costumes next to brilliant fashion collections,” Vogue global editorial director and Condé Nast chief content officer Anna Wintour shared at a March 2025 press conference. “By mixing fashion and the arts and culture in the centre of a city, and by raising money for a cause, Vogue World has become a runway show-as-rallying cry – a way to fix the attention of a huge global audience, to bring awareness, and sound an unmistakable note of positivity, creativity and hope.”

Who is helping to bring Vogue World: Hollywood to life?

This year’s event will feature the work of renowned Hollywood costume professionals, including Colleen Atwood (Edward Scissorhands), Milena Canonero (Marie Antoinette), Ruth E. Carter (Black Panther), Catherine Martin (Moulin Rouge), Arianne Phillips (Once Upon a Time in Hollywood), Sandy Powell (Shakespeare in Love), Jacqueline West (Dune) and Shirley Kurata (Everything Everywhere All At Once).

Juan Costa Paz will act as creative director, while Alex Harrington will lead fashion and styling. Dame Pat McGrath is orchestrating all make-up design and execution.

Meanwhile, Wintour, Vogue creative editorial director Mark Guiducci, and Vogue Los Angeles creative director Lisa Love, will oversee the event as a whole.

Which local organisations is Vogue World: Hollywood working with?

100 per cent of ticket proceeds will go to the Entertainment Community Fund, a charity that supports actors, workers and other creatives in the film industry. There will be a special focus on helping costume professionals – especially those impacted by the LA wildfires. Paramount Pictures has also pledged a donation to the ECF.

In addition, Vogue is working with the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television’s Costume Design programme to involve future and current students in the production.

This story first appeared on vogue.com

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There was a time when pimping your coffee was the height of cool. The year? 2018. Wellness influencers? Thriving, largely unregulated and backed by communities absorbed by fluorescent yellow turmeric lattes and butter-laden espressos. There were violet-coloured butterfly pea milk lattes (somehow not a MadLib, but a real drink) and pink ones filled with beetroot powder. It was a heady, expensive time.

Then, as quickly as it ballooned, the trend appeared to die off. Supplements gave way to raw, unpasteurised milk and honey. Oat milk went into exile. Apple cider vinegar gained the top spot in influencer fridges and the thought of shoving a knob of butter into your Americano suddenly seemed ludicrous. So, when I tell you that there’s been one coffee addition that’s survived both the popularity and the purge, know that it’s a hard-won victory. It is, of course, collagen.

For years now, I’ve stirred collagen into my morning drink. Whether it’s coffee, matcha or a morning smoothie, the tasteless white powder gets added. I’ve done it so much that it’s become second nature, something naturopathic nutritionist and author of The Hormone Balance Handbook, Jessica Shand, says is a good thing. “Because collagen is a resilient protein and remains intact even when exposed to heat, I love to stir it into my morning coffee or into my matcha. Not only does it add a boost of amino acids, but it can potentially blunt the cortisol-inducing impact of the coffee, too.”

What does collagen coffee do?

Besides curbing the post-caffeine jitters, mixing collagen into your coffee has a myriad of benefits. “Collagen is the main structural protein for the body’s tissues and acts as the scaffolding or the ‘glue’,” Shand explains. “I like to visualise it as the stuff that holds us together – from the integrity of our skin to our muscles, bones, fingernails, hair and even our intestinal walls. I often recommend it to clients who want to focus on healthy skin during perimenopause and menopause. This is when oestrogen (the hormone responsible for skin elasticity and suppleness) naturally declines. It can also help with joint and muscle pains.”

Can you taste the collagen in coffee?

No. Collagen (if unflavoured) has no taste. If anything, it might be worth keeping textural issues in mind. Depending on how much collagen you add to a hot drink, you need to stir or froth for a minute or two to break up any clumps.

Does collagen count as protein?

Yes, says Shand, but not in the same way a fillet of salmon or other protein-rich food would. “Something like a chicken breast is primarily a source of lean protein while collagen powder is a concentrated source of collagen, a specific type of protein found in connective tissue.”

If you track your protein intake, consider the protein from collagen as bonus points rather than a primary protein. As it doesn’t contain all nine essential amino acids, it’ll support skin, joint and muscle health but might not be best for muscle synthesis.

How to pick a high-quality collagen powder

Finding a high-quality supplement can be difficult as someone without the time to decode every label and claim. Shand says there are a couple of words to look out for. “With marine collagen, look for ‘pure hydrolysed collagen’ that’s sustainably caught. For bovine collagen (the most common type), look for ‘grass-fed’ to ensure that it’s free from hormones, antibiotics and chemical exposure.”

When it comes to vegan collagen, Shand says that it’s a good option for plant-based diets but doesn’t stack up nutritionally when compared to marine or bovine collagen. “Vegan collagen usually contains plant-derived ingredients that help to stimulate your body’s natural collagen production, like vitamin C.”

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Sex isn’t supposed to hurt. And yet, for more than half of people with endometriosis, pain during sex, or dyspareunia, isn’t just an occasional discomfort—it’s a given. A sharp, deep ache that makes penetration unbearable, a searing burn that lingers long after, a pelvic tightness so unrelenting it feels like a muscle cramp you can’t shake.

Despite how common this is, most people struggling with painful sex get the same tired responses: “Just try to relax.” As if a little mindfulness could override the fact that their organs are inflamed.

Endometriosis affects between two and 10 women out of every 100. Yet, for all its prevalence and debilitating symptoms, research into the condition remains shockingly underfunded. Social media has been buzzing with a claim that male pattern baldness received five times more research funding than endometriosis in the US—since a receding hairline is more medically urgent than a condition that can fuse organs and hijack someone’s quality of life. Underfunded research into endometriosis means decades-long diagnostic delays, dismissed pain and a glaring lack of resources for symptoms like painful sex.

So what’s actually happening in the body that makes sex feel unbearable? And, more importantly, what can be done about it? We spoke to Dr Sheetal Jindal, senior consultant and medical director at Jindal IVF, and Dr Vanshika Gupta Adukia, founder of Therhappy and a pelvic floor physiotherapist, to break it all down.

What’s causing the pain?

“Endometriosis causes painful sex, particularly deep dyspareunia, due to the growth of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus,” explains Dr Jindal. “This ectopic tissue can attach to surrounding organs such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or pelvic walls, creating inflammation, adhesions, and scar tissue. During deep vaginal penetration, pressure is applied to these affected areas, triggering pain and discomfort.”

Not all pain is the same, though. Deep pain happens when endometriosis lesions spread to ligaments, ovaries, or the rectovaginal area, making penetration feel like a sharp internal wound. Superficial pain (closer to the vaginal entrance) may result from nerve involvement, inflammation, or scarring. Some also experience burning, stinging, or post-sex cramping, thanks to irritated pelvic nerves.

Endometriosis lesions also respond to hormonal changes, which means pain levels can fluctuate throughout the cycle. “As a result, pain often intensifies during menstruation when these tissues swell, break down, and bleed, causing inflammation and irritation in surrounding areas,” says Dr Jindal​.

How the pelvic floor gets involved

Pain triggers a cycle. If sex is painful, the body starts anticipating that pain, causing the pelvic floor muscles to tighten involuntarily, which makes penetration even more painful. “Endometriosis can cause inflammation & adhesions in the pelvic floor that lead to pain and muscle spasm,” explains Dr Adukia. “It can feel like having a muscle spasm in your pelvis, especially after intercourse. The pelvic floor can become tight, weak, or develop trigger points, therefore causing further pain during intercourse.”

You can also look to your taste in movies and TV for inspiration. “If you like romance movies, try a romance novel. If you like action movies, try a thriller,” Koven-Matasy says. Or brainstorm around your travels and interests: Before a recent trip to Chile, for example, Dr. Hattan dove into novels by Chilean authors. Meanwhile, her Formula 1–fan husband is into novels about fictional race car drivers.

Another strategy: Return to a genre you adored as a kid or teenager to hopefully recapture some of that childlike enchantment. (YA fantasy, anybody?) Or look for a modern take on an old favorite. “We’re in a golden age of retellings,” Koven-Matasy says.

3. Start with breezy reads

“I really gotta stress, try reading a short book first,” says Koven-Matasy. You wouldn’t stroll into the gym for the first time in six months and go straight for the 200-pound barbell. So if you haven’t worked your reading muscles in a minute, maaaybe don’t start with War and Peace. Slim novellas, fluffy beach reads, and graphic novels require less heavy lifting, and “you still get the satisfaction and the catharsis of the book ending,” Koven-Matasy says.

4. Or books with short chapters

If your attention span feels ridiculously short these days, books broken up into smaller chunks are ideal. Think fast-paced novels, short story collections, and essay collections. They’re easier to dip in and out of than tomes with dauntingly long stretches of text, Schinsky says, and knocking out those chapters can build a sense of momentum.

Quick chapters also make it easier to fit in little doses of reading here and there. “If you’ve got 10 minutes in the waiting room at the doctor’s office, you can read one of the short chapters instead of scrolling TikTok,” Schinsky says.

Plus, brief collections are great for sampling a bunch of stuff and finding a new writer you love. “It’s like a flight of books, where you’re just tasting what each has to offer before you settle in with one,” Schinsky says. She recommends MacMillan’s yearly Best American series, which compile everything from food writing to mystery and suspense.

5. Give yourself permission to DNF

Nothing makes reading more unappetising than forcing yourself to finish a book you just can’t get into. But true bookworms quit books so often that there’s lingo for it in the book world: DNF, for Do Not Finish or Did Not Finish. “Give yourself permission to, like, DNF with reckless abandon,” Schinsky says. “There is no reason in our limited lifetime to force yourself to slog through a book you’re not enjoying.”

If there was one takeaway from the fall 2025 shows, it was this: statement socks should be your next wardrobe investment. This past fashion month, I could not stop looking down at the models’ feet. Not in a weird way—I was simply mesmerised by their striking choice of hosiery. Show after show, labels like Chanel, Rabanne, and Valentino punctuated their high-fashion looks with statement socks—ranging from bright colourful styles, to more ornate versions covered in shimmering crystals or sequins. Their presence added extra pizzazz to each outfit. Even off the catwalks, many VIP guests and celebrities got the memo, too.

Sure, socks may get a rap for being a mere utilitarian accessory to keep your feet warm. But this season, designers showed that they can also be a bold (and fun) finishing touch. At Rabanne, chunky flats were juxtaposed against silver sequin socks that made the whole outfit feel party-ready. At Valentino, Alessandro Michele styled dainty strappy stilettos with bright green and red statement socks—and suddenly, the shoes were less vampy, and more whimsical. It turns out that the right statement socks can transform the whole vibe and energy of your outfit.

Sydney SweeneyPhoto: Getty Images

Stars in the front rows even got on board with the styling approach. At Miu Miu, Sydney Sweeney and Emma Corrin slipped into the label’s below-the-knee socks, pairing them with strappy pumps. Street style fixtures such as Tamu McPherson, Chloe King, and Susie Lau also paired their designer heels and ballet flats with chunky or lurex socks.

What makes the statement sock worth investing in? Consider it like an added little treat for your ensemble. Sure, it may not need a pair of fun socks, but incorporate a pair and the whole look feels just a little more put-together and intentional. It’s like wearing a good belt or bag—it may not be the first thing you notice, but when it’s there, it’s a delightful touch. Besides, you need to wear socks most days anyway—might as well rock a pair that packs a punch!

This story first appeared on Vogue.com

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VI: It’s quite unusual and movie-like for Indian teachers to counsel students on their love life. Yet, you did exactly that…

PM: It’s only natural for people to fall in love and have relationships when they’re young. I understood this and guided my students accordingly. What I didn’t approve of was them jumping into marriage hastily, when neither the boy nor the girl could fend for themselves. Then again, there is no use being hard on them after they are married. Other teachers often tell their students off for bad marital decisions. I don’t. They already have no income and are dealing with their parents’ disapproval. If I were also not supportive, they would be helpless.

VI: Perumal teased his students and guided them for the better part of their lives. Avantika, what happened when you chose to repeat high school at Granada Hills Charter? Did you meet any teachers like that?

AV: After being homeschooled the first time, I developed more academic ambitions and wanted to get into a good college. So I decided to do it again, but more rigorously. I enrolled in harder classes and chased better grades. The high-school teachers I formally studied under sat with me after school to work on the same physics problem, multiple times, through my tears. They let me fly out for auditions and took me through all the schoolwork I had missed. Seeing Perumal sir do that for so many students, like Anbazhagan—who, under his tutelage, went on to become a Tamil teacher himself—reminded me that while a bad teacher can be detrimental to your growth, a great one can shape your dreams. Did any of your professors do that for you, Perumal sir?

PM: My teacher S Marudhanayagam, who is no more, was the one to recognise my interest in literature. He suggested books to help me hone my talent and lent a patient ear when I expressed my opinions. Another of my favourite teachers, KS Kamaleswaran, is 87 and still reads. Every time I meet him, he asks me two questions without fail: “What is the latest book you have read?” and “What have you written?” I’ve been lucky to not only have students who hold me in high stead all these years later but also teachers who continue to be invested in me.

Florals have served as inspiration for artists and designers across the globe right from Claude Monet to Oscar de la Renta. Recently, Sharvari embraced the vibrancy of florals in a Saaksha & Kinni’s Effie Effie dress and coat.

Styled by Anaita Shroff Adajania, the look featured a quilted floral ensemble with a sweetheart neckline and hand-embroidered cutwork detailing with a trail. The actor paired her look with red Aquazzura heels and cross-shaped colourful earrings. Tied tousled hair, smokey eyes and a red lip tied her look together.

Sharvari’s passion for fashion is evident in her looks, and she frequently chooses avant-garde designs. In fact, recently she wore florals in a golden avatar in the form of a Raisa Vanessa dress featuring 3D flowers. Below, we highlight all the occasions when the actor has showcased her creativity through her style.