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Back in 2016, a fragrance went viral as Rihanna’s favourite—an almost dessert-like warm vanilla-marshmallow scent called Love Don’t Be Shy by Kilian Paris. For founder and perfumer, Kilian Hennessy, every one of his brews is rooted in a personal story or memory. “Angel’s Share, for example, was my olfactory memory of the Hennessy Cognac Cellars. I have a story for every scent.” Paris’ fragrances, all unisex, are designed around moods and moments rather than specific wearers.

Seated in a sunlit room, Hennessy is relaxed when he explains in a matter-of-fact way that perfume is as much about seduction as it is about protection. “When you go on a date, you want to make yourself attractive. You wear clothes that look good, and similarly, you want a scent that flatters. But it’s not that when you go to work in the morning.” For him, fragrance is deeply personal. “When I apply perfume before leaving the house, it feels that I am creating a bubble, a shield between my body, my intimacy and the outside world.” This duality—between attraction and self-preservation—defines Kilian’s approach to perfume-making.

Vogue spoke to the founder ahead of his launch in India.

Vogue India: The perfume bottles have an interesting design. How involved are you in designing them?

Kilian Hennessy: I like beautiful objects, so I design what I think I would love to own myself. For example, the bottle of Angel’s Share is meant to look like a cognac glass—that’s an olfactory family we call the liquors in the bottle. What was most important to me is that all the bottles I create had to be refillable because I believe that true luxury should not be disposable.

VI: You’ve talked a lot about the concept of a “wardrobe of scents.” What does this mean to you?

KH: Imagine me lying on the couch reading a book on a Sunday afternoon by the fire in winter; I want a scent that would be cosy and warm. In summer, I probably want a cologne that’s very sparkly and fresh. You know, I have scents that correspond to different moments in the year.

VI: With advancements in technology like AI, how do you see the crafting of scents evolving?

Bon Manush, Bangladeshi artist Shikh Sabbir Alam’s first solo show in India, explores the interconnected relationship of man and nature, with the title in Bangla also alluding to a man being detached from the pleasures of urban life. Through his freehand drawings and deeply evocative paintings, Alam explores how shapes, colours and patterns form in our minds while offering a sense of how we perceive the natural world around us with our sense of sight immediately evoking different experiences of smell, taste and touch.

On view at Experimenter, 45, Ballygunge Place, Ballygunge, Kolkata, until 29^th March 2025

Eckart Muthesius and Manik Bagh – Pioneering Modernism in India at MAP, Bengaluru

Eckart Muthesius and Trude Rein. Interior view of a planned reception hall, Indore, 1935

Rarely do history, art, architecture and culture converge so well. Manik Bagh, the home of Maharaja Yashwant Rao Holkar II of Indore, was one such place, brought to life through the visions of young German architect Eckart Muthesius. This exhibition, curated by Raffael Dedo Gadebusch and hosted in partnership with the Museum of Asian Art, Berlin and the German Consulate General, Bengaluru, traces the creation and magnificence of Manik Bagh while exploring the relationship the royal shared with his architect. Featuring rare vintage photographs, portraits, watercolours and design studies by Muthesius himself, the showcase promises a glimpse into the intricacies of a symbol of architectural excellence as well as the creative genius of its makers.

The seedha pallu sari comes with the designer’s signature cording technique born over two decades ago. As for the glam, Pednekar stuck to her tried and tested combination of kohl and wing with gentle sweeps of soft-pink blush. A nude-lip enthusiast, Pednekar’s lips exuded a washed, barely-there look. For the jewels, Pednekar opted for a string of sapphire-laden pieces which included a geometric choker, shoulder-grazing danglers, and a cuff from Mahesh Notandass.

For Pednekar, the classic drape of the sari has always opened generous scopes of experimentation. Her previous outing with Vaishali S saw her clad in an apsara-like creation crafted out of Maheshwari silk with silver metallic French-knots, bud-like embroidery worn with an angelic blouse and an encompassing pallu with the same cording technique.

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The Bookshop Inc.’s newest enterprise builds on this promise of creating a space where chance encounters, not only with books but also with writers, bookmakers and readers become inevitable. “Over the years, so many readers have asked us if we have a book club and if not, could we start one?” says Chaturvedi. Taking heed, the independent bookstore launched three quarterly book clubs, one each for backlist titles (a publisher’s books that are still in print but have been on the market for at least a year), food writing and fiction in translation. “Each book club is a way for us to highlight books that may otherwise go unnoticed and let people discover something they wouldn’t normally pick up.”

The inaugural club gathered in the bookstore’s back garden one overcast Sunday afternoon this February. “We weren’t meeting as strangers,” Swati Daftuar, an editor and organiser of the Annual Book and Bake Sale, who moderates the book clubs, tells me. Members had spent the last month reading in companionable silence and following each other’s progress on a WhatsApp group. “The idea is to create an old-school book club where readers are the main stakeholders,” she explains. Daftuar’s own relationship with the bookstore is especially intimate—she would frequent the shop in Jor Bagh when she started working in publishing and it was here that her now-husband proposed to her one evening after hours.

Though reading is principally solitary, we rarely read by ourselves. Beyond the universe of Bookstagram, there are invisible networks of readers all around us, reading privately in their homes, on the train, in coffee shops, in public parks—“Secretly, they formed circles,” in Argentine author Jorge Luis Borges’s words. In recent years, book clubs, which gained new momentum during the pandemic, seemed to have grown in celebrity and number, drawing readers into communities of varied sizes. Chaturvedi notes reading together can be a great way to make a difficult book seem rewarding. The draw is simple, one member of the book club tells me: it is the pleasure of looking up from a particularly moving passage and finding someone to share it with. “It doubles the joy of reading alone.”

Millie Bobby Brown is not letting anyone tear her down. On March 3, 2025, the Stranger Things star took to Instagram to address several articles and comments criticising her appearance. “I want to take a moment to address something that I think is bigger than just me; something that affects every young woman who grows up under public scrutiny,” Brown starts her video, adding that this is a “very necessary” topic to tackle.

“I started in the [entertainment] industry when I was 10 years old,” Brown continues. “I grew up in front of the world, and for some reason, people can’t seem to grow up with me. Instead, they act like I’m supposed to stay frozen in time, like I should still look the way I did on Stranger Things season 1. And because I don’t, I’m now a target.”

Brown, who’s currently on a press tour promoting her new Netflix film The Electric State, goes on to namecheck a few articles and writers, claiming they perpetuate harmful narratives that only aim “to tear young women down.”

“Amplifying an insult rather than questioning why a grown man is mocking a young woman’s appearance. This isn’t journalism. This is bullying,” Brown continues. “The fact that adult writers are spending their time dissecting my face, my body, my choices, is disturbing. And the fact that some of these articles are written by women makes it even worse. We always talk about supporting and uplifting young women, but when it comes down to it, it seems a lot easier to just tear them down for clicks.”

“I refuse to apologise for growing up. I refuse to make myself smaller to fit the unrealistic expectations of people who can’t handle seeing a girl become a woman,” the star adds. “I will not be shamed for how I look, how I dress or how I present myself. We have become a society where it’s so much easier to criticise than it is to pay a compliment. Why is the knee-jerk reaction to say something horrible rather than to say something nice?”

Brown finished off the video, saying: “Let’s do better. Not just for me, but for every young girl who deserves to grow up without fear of being torn apart for simply existing.”

As Eid approaches, men’s Eid attire has advanced stylishly by fusing traditional and contemporary styles. Men’s ethnic clothing for Eid is very important since it expresses individual style and cultural heritage. With dresses that combine the festive atmosphere with modern fashion, we present to you an exclusive collection that celebrates the spirit of Eid.

Men should think about combining traditional and modern elements in their Eid attire. Choosing an elegant men’s kurta pyjama are great options that capture the festive mood. In addition to respecting the cultural significance of the event, these ensembles guarantee that you look your best while adding a dash of contemporary style.

Discover the Top 5 Men’s Eid Outfits to Enhance Your Festive Look With Our Special Selection

In preparation for your holy occasion, the Lucknowi kurta is designed to make you feel as though you are a Nawab. One of the most famous alternatives for males has usually been the heavy thread woven kurta with full sleeves, that’s generally worn with slacks, cover pants, or churidars below it. This silk kurta set in a darkish mustard color offers you a one-of-a-type appearance even as additionally permitting you to sense comfort throughout the Eid season. It is one of the most original and astute outfit choices for males, as it is embellished with Lucknowi thread work and flowery jaal.

A Nehru jacket is the perfect approach to get the celebrations started off on the most spectacular note and to be set to have a good time. The golden resham and mirror embroidered geometric design not only adds a spark to your personality but also plays a significant part in making the guys feel like they are already dressed up. At the Eid party, the costume is the focal point of attention because it is paired with a kurta made of silk in a pastel blue color. Choosing this ethnic wear is the most prudent option if you want people to remember your sense of style for the rest of their lives.

The Pathani attire is widely regarded as the most suitable Eid attire for males. In addition, by adding some brilliant mirror work, it transforms into a design that pushes the boundaries. To add insult to injury, it is the most comfortable dress for the entire day party. Choose this black Pathani suit made of cotton, which features buttis embroidered with thread and mirrors, and you will look unlike anyone else and like a prince.

Prepare yourself to be the center of attention by wearing this textured kurta set in mirror work that is a shade of green with a textured pattern. Not only does the jazzy and overall mirror embroidered work on the delicate pastel hued kurta appear eye-catching, but it also smashes the preconceived belief that glitter is not for males. No matter if you are attending an office function or a family Eid event, this outfit will always be your best friend because it contains aspects of surprise and experimentation.

The navy-blue sherwani is an alternative that is both undying and classic, and it’s also an excellent opportunity in case you need to keep away from the standard desire of a kurta. An elegant sherwani set is a regal fashion in and of itself, and it seems to be becoming for the event of Eid as it features thick thread paintings and reflects embroidery. Raw silk is used in the construction of the garment, which features delicate flower design. Putting on this sherwani appears to be an opportunity for you to look spiffy when you attend an event.

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Celebration, self-reflection and putting on your best self through the Indian clothes you wear are all appropriate activities during Eid. In the year 2025, our latest Eid series for men is supposed to cater to the cutting-edge men who place an excessively high price on each fashion and tradition. No matter in case you are seeking out the timeless splendor of a kurta pajama or the cutting-edge attraction of a designer kurta set, there may be an extensive form of alternatives to be had for you.

Whenever I think of the relationship between food and fashion, I think of the scene from Confessions of a Shopaholic (2009) in which Alette Naylor, editor of the eponymous magazine Alette, acquiesces to being served cake by Rebecca’s mum. When a small piece is cut, Alette screams “Tiny!” until the piece in her plate has been reduced to a crumb of cake. She smiles happily as she looks at the speck on her plate. It’s a short scene in a gorgeous movie but it’s very telling of how food has always been demonised. Less than two decades ago, in 2009, Kate Moss said her infamous mantra: “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.”

Though it took an American drag queen to unleash the maximalism in me, India has always had a dyed-in-the-wool affinity for maximalism. Think heavily embroidered charhvan juttis from the Mughal era, intricately wrought gold kanpashas (large ear studs) from Bengal or the revived omnipresence of the Punjabi parandi (hair ornament). Elaborate accents infused in clothing and accessories have survived the test of time and escaped bridal trousseaus and festive occasions of late to make their way into everyday closets. From Bollywood celebrities like Ranveer Singh, who recently told me how much he loves wearing his grandmother’s diamonds with his silk shirts, to my friend who pairs her denims with her father’s chikankari kurtas, we are finding our way back to rich adornments. But it’s not just desis who are eager to rebuild a maximalist vision for the future.

Ornate bag charms and embellished sneaker heels are adventuring from international runways to the streets. Swipe through your favourite fashion editorials and style blogs and you’ll find almost everyone is on board with piling gold jewellery on top of antique silver or decorating their everyday neutrals with audacious brooches. Alessandro Michele’s debut at Valentino, bathed in polka dots, brocade and ruffles galore, was another sign that the dominion of quiet luxury is diminishing. Recall Marc Jacobs’s autumn 2024-25 collection featuring structured jackets dunked in assorted buttons and Prada’s BDSM details, trompe l’oeil belts and UFO-shaped straw visors (thank you, Raf Simons) in its spring/summer 2025 ready-to-wear show, and it is safe to say that this tide will continue to swell.

White button-up shirt, Rosani. ‘Oversized Tulle T-shirt with Acrylic Stars’, NIKHIL Kolhe. ‘Loubipoupi 100’ heels, Christian Louboutin.

“Why do you always scold me like a teacher?” asks the husband, defeated.

“This is the voice of a frustrated woman,” replies the wife brusquely.

In Sister Midnight, it’s clear that Uma (Radhika Apte) and Gopal (Ashok Pathak) love each other. An extraordinarily chaotic couple, they embody German philosopher Martin Heidegger’s concept of ‘thrownness.’ This idea suggests that humans are ‘thrown’ into the world with no say in their existence and must now make sense of it. Uma and Gopal are similarly thrown into the bowels of Mumbai with distinct ideas of life: he, measured and controlled; she, leaving a trail of destruction in her wake.