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The saree is more than genuinely a chunk of clothing; it`s a way of life that has lasted for generations, a part of skill, and a manner to showcase your style. A designer saree may also absolutely alter your style, whether or not you are searching for a wedding, a holiday, or a fashion-forward function. But a whole lot of customers frequently say the same thing: 

“What do I need to count on to pay for a designer saree of exact quality?”

Let’s take it apart.

It`s critical to understand what makes a saree “designer” before you begin speaking about prices.

An elegant saree isn’t always only a normal drape. It’s a piece of artwork made through famous style designers or high-end outlets that use high-priced fabrics, elaborate needlework, and contemporary shapes. Some of those sarees might also have:

• Hand sewing or decorations like zardozi, sequins, mirror work, and so forth.

• Signature prints and patterns

• Fine textiles like natural silk, georgette, organza, or tissue

• Custom blouse designs and coordinated accessories

• Limited edition pieces with brand labels or handloom marks

The price is an immediate mirrored image of the extent of talent and uniqueness.

So, What’s the Average Price?

The price of designer sarees may be as little as ₹5,000 ($60) or as a good deal as ₹2,00,000 ($2,400+) or maybe more, depending on the brand, fabric, and degree of embellishment within the work.

Let`s divide it down with the aid of using category:

1. Entry-Level Designer Sarees (₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | $60 – $180)

These are brilliant for those who need designer style without spending loads of money. You can expect machine-embroidered synthetic mixes or georgettes, ready-to-wear alternatives, or designs that are not too loud. Good for:

• Festivals like Diwali or Durga Puja

2. Mid-Range Designer Sarees (₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480)

Here, you’ll see:

• Better fabric quality like silk blends, chiffon, or organza

• Detailed handwork (gota patti, stone work, cut dana)

• Branded designer collections and celebrity-inspired pieces 

Popular For: 

• Wedding Guests
• Sangeet/engagement ceremonies
• High-end festive wear

3. Premium Designer Sarees (₹40,000 – ₹1,00,000+ | $480 – $1,200+)

These sarees are showstoppers. They are frequently located in high-end boutiques or collections of couturiers.

• Banarasi silk, Kanjeevaram, Patola, or tissue are all examples of natural fabrics.

• Hand sewing with a variety of decorations or history threads

• Custom blouse stitching and personalization

Ideal for:

• Brides
• Red carpet events
• Grand receptions

What Affects the Price of a Designer Saree?

Several factors influence the price tag:

1. Fabric Quality

Artificial textiles, along with paintings, silk, or fake georgette, are a way lower cost than herbal substances along with silk or linen.

2. Craftsmanship

The introduction of handmade sarees or people with problematic hand embroidery would possibly take numerous weeks, which leads to a better rate tag than sarees that can be machine-finished.

3. Designer Label

A saree made by Sabyasachi, Manish Malhotra, or Anita Dongre will be valued more due to the logo cost and the way rare it is.

4. Embellishments & Detailing

Depending on how thick and how the work is done, zardozi, kundan, sequins, and beading all make a contribution to the value.

5. Customization

Custom-fitted blouses, personalized curtains, or hand-dyed color schemes all add to the value.

Is a Designer Saree Worth It?

There is an opportunity that a fashion designer saree might be an excellent addition for your clothes cabinet in case you are looking for a special occasion, place a better cost on excellent than quantity, and renowned the fantastic craftsmanship of the outfit.

• It offers comfort + glamour
• Reflects your personal style
• Lasts for years with proper care
• Can be styled in many ways
• Holds emotional value (especially bridal sarees)

Caring for Your Investment

Keep your saree secure, just like the treasure it is, after you purchase it:

• Only dry clean, especially for thick embroidery and silk.

• Avoid hanging heavy sarees for long periods

• Refold every few months to avoid creasing or fading

Read more – Drape In Minutes: The Rise Of The Readymade Saree

The query is, what’s the standard price of a designer saree that is of excellent quality?

Almost the majority of customers regard an expensively made designer saree that costs between ₹15,000 and ₹40,000 ($180 to $480) to be the best combination of affordability, quality, and elegance. But in case you are looking for a masterpiece so that it will be the most effective available once in a lifetime, you shouldn`t be surprised to see prices surge.

Ultimately, it isn’t always about how much money it charges; rather, it is about how self-assured, graceful, and cute you feel while you are carrying it. This is the maximum critical element to consider.

There’s something deceptive about monsoon skin. It glistens. It feels sticky. It practically screams hydrated. And yet, every August, a familiar contradiction returns: oily skin that’s still parched, flaky or tight. In other words, your face is producing enough oil to coat a samosa, but it’s still begging for water.

This is the season when moisturiser suddenly feels optional, especially if your T-zone is putting in overtime. But skipping it is often what sends skin spiralling into that weird, uncomfortable state of oily but dehydrated skin. And oily skin type isn’t exempt.

“This is what we refer to as the ‘oil-well in the desert’ syndrome,” Dr David Orentreich, Clinique’s guiding dermatologist, tells Vogue India. “Though sebum may be plentiful, the surrounding skin may be dry. Sebum alone is not enough without a humectant to retain moisture.”

Wait, how can you have oily but dehydrated skin?

The distinction comes down to skin type vs condition. “Dehydrated skin can happen to varying skin types: dry, oily skin, combination or even sensitive skin,” says Dr Geetika Mittal Gupta, founder and medical director, ISAAC Luxe.

Where dry skin is a lack of oil, dehydration is a lack of water. And during monsoon, it’s easy to confuse surface slickness with actual hydration. But that shiny layer can be compensatory; your skin’s SOS signal, flooding your face with oil because it doesn’t have enough water.

If your skin feels tight, looks dull and has exaggerated wrinkles or redness, it could be a sign of dehydration. That uneasy feeling of being both greasy and flaky at once. Moisture has left the building, but oil is doing its best to keep up appearances.

Why the monsoon makes it worse

High humidity tricks your brain and your barrier. You skip moisturiser, maybe over-cleanse to feel ‘fresh’ and spend more time in artificially cooled environments. On muggy monsoon days, it’s tempting to ditch moisturiser, especially when your skin already looks slick. But that sheen, paired with redness or irritation might be a sign that your skin’s not oily, just dehydrated.

And unlike winter dehydration, which feels obvious and itchy, monsoon dehydration is sly. It shows up as patchy makeup, tight cheeks, breakouts that overstay their welcome and a telltale lack of glow.

How to fix it (without clogging your pores)

Let’s start with what not to do:

When I first heard about vinegar as the new wellness trend, I’ll admit I thought it was the next ‘warm water with lemon.’ But one person managed to convince me of its benefits: Jessie Inchauspé, better known as the Glucose Goddess.

The French biochemist and author of Glucose Revolution and The Glucose Goddess Method shared how to make the most of vinegar’s properties to improve our health. “Lemon is good if you like it,” she explains. “But if what you want is to level your glucose, lemon and vinegar act in different ways.” Lemon has citric acid, which affects stomach acidity. Vinegar, on the other hand, contains acetic acid, which is a much more powerful molecule, she says in an exclusive interview. “Acetic acid slows down the enzymes that convert food to glucose. The difference is that, to get the same results from one tablespoon of vinegar, you’d need the juice of three lemons.”

If the aroma of vinegar makes your stomach turn (that’s me, honestly), “then you can add a little lemon. It’s better than nothing,” she explains. The scientist also shares some tricks to help mask vinegar’s strong taste if the idea of taking a spoonful feels inconceivable. “One of my favourite tricks is to add a green starter to your meals so you can kill two birds with one stone and use vinegar as a dressing,” she says on her website. Other options include freezing vinegar into ice cubes or—my favourite and, in my opinion, the most tolerable—adding it to hot cinnamon tea.

If you want to give vinegar a chance to help with sugar levels, lose weight and reduce cravings and constant hunger, then you need to know how to choose the right one. Inchauspé names white vinegar, rice vinegar or coconut vinegar as good choices. “What should be avoided is balsamic vinegar and vinaigrettes with added sugars,” she says. “Those defeat the main purpose, which is ultimately to manage your glucose levels. The important thing is to read labels, because some flavoured vinegars or vinegar sauces are misleading at first glance and contain high levels of sugar.”

You also can’t leave out the well-known apple cider vinegar. In Inchauspé’s research, she found that it contains important nutrients such as magnesium, iron, amino acids, natural probiotics and powerful antioxidants. “It helps improve digestion and reduces inflammation,” she explains to her over 3 million followers on Instagram.

Shilpa Shetty is usually all about the sari, often belted, usually georgette and always pleated to precision. But this time, she’s gone for something less expected.

The look features a white jacket and cowl pants set by Payal Pratap, both in malkha cotton. The jacket has a band collar and is hand-embroidered with multicoloured floral patchworks and sequins, echoing traditional kedia work. The jacket’s peplum hem, which is slightly flared with pleated side panels that drop longer on each side, creates movement while adding dimension to the silhouette. The pants are airy and dhoti-adjacent with easy pleats; wide, rounded legs; and tapered ankles. She finishes it off with retro, striped Carrano pumps—just sharp enough to keep things grounded.

This isn’t a one-off trend. Embroidered jackets have been showing up across collections lately: Falguni Shane Peacock did them long and embroidered at FDCI; Shantnu & Nikhil have their androgynous, almost-military take; and Anamika Khanna creates sculptural statements by juxtaposing breezy saris with boxy blazers. It makes sense since they work across events, don’t rely on heavy jewellery or dupattas and can carry a look on their own.

Her hair was styled in a sleek side-parted bun, showing off the oxidised multi-stoned jhumka with its attached ear cuff. The large diamond-studded ring on her left hand added a not-so-subtle sparkle. Her makeup was simple: bronzed lids, a precise flick of liner, defined cheekbones and a nude lip.

From Vogue’s fashion desk:

“The pairings and proportions are great. The trousers, however, would make a stronger case in a different colour. Perhaps an olive green to add a touch of military, or even a black,” says Vogue India fashion associate Manglien Gangte.

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You’ve had your eureka moment, Virgo, and whoa! Has it lit your world up like never before? Virgo, this period leading up to your birth season is laden with magical potions and potentials— the retrogrades have helped you settle into your inner self, and the Lion’s Gate has opened you up to amazing possibilities. Now is the time for you to carve out your plan and really settle into that feeling of your abundance being a normal part of your life. How does your sustainable, abundant future self look? Get an idea, get a grip and flesh it out.

Cosmic tip: Dream big and focus on your achievements and goals.

Who or what has felt deceptive or concealed, Libra? The past may have led you to make wrong choices or make decisions out of a space of constriction or helplessness. And now this dejection may be turning into boredom, or restlessness, deviating you from your main goalscamaraderiee, kinship, team, community, belonging, happiness and social connectedness. What does this mean? Well, your angels remind you that the more you isolate yourself, the steeper your climb feels, and the more you allow yourself to synergise, the better feedback your life begins to give you. Even if slowly, make your way to what feels more meaningful.

Cosmic tip: Balance, fairness, and honesty are your core 3 virtues that make everything possible for you.

You are deserving of the honour, the valour, the admiration—you are worthy of it all, Scorps. And now that you are focused on what your present can bring forth for you, you know you have love backing you up as well. Your health and wellness may be something you generally want to focus on, not just for now, but as something that supports you in the long run as well. This is your time for renewal, rest and recuperation. Scorpio, you are about to set yourself free from limiting beliefs and repetitive thought patterns. You are about to emerge and shine.

Cosmic tip: Let yourself be seen. Those who love you silently support you through it all.

This is a very pivotal time in your life, Sag. Your fears are gateways to your soul. They open pathways that lead you to find that light within and to nurture it all the same. Yes, your victory is imminent; however, at this moment, you must remind yourself that you know how to swim, no matter how deep the waters get. Your angels back you up, and the sun is right above you. You simply need to make your way to it.

Welcome to Vogue Open Casting, a global model search that will discover, encourage, and showcase a new generation of models embodying a modern ideal of beauty. From August 4 through August 25, femme-identifying individuals 18-and-older can access the Open Casting Portal exclusively on the Vogue app in all countries where it is available. There, they will be able to submit photographs and a short video, as well as answer a questionnaire about their personality. Applicants do not need to be signed to an agency, although they can be, and there is no entry fee. The finalist of Vogue Open Casting 2025 will be featured in a major editorial moment with Vogue.

“Models, like designers, are to be found everywhere today, and so many, like Alex Consani and Paloma Elsesser, were discovered through their social media presence,” says Anna Wintour, Chief Content Officer, Condé Nast, and Global Editorial Director, Vogue. “It’s going to be exciting to see how the Open Casting feature on our Vogue app will give access to so many more people, and that’s the beauty of modeling now; it’s a celebration of individuality. I’m looking forward to meeting the next generation of faces who will define today.”

A selection committee including Wintour; Simon Porte Jacquemus, designer and founder of Jacquemus; Virginia Smith, Global Head of Fashion Network, Condé Nast; Claire Thomson-Jonville, head of editorial content, Vogue France; Ignacio Murillo, Global Talent Casting Director; Osana Ekue, Director, Women Paris; José Criales-Unzueta, Fashion News Editor, Vogue Runway, and additional key industry figures will review submissions as Vogue searches for next gen talent in this one-of-a-kind, global casting call.

Tap here to download the Vogue app and start your application.

This article first appeared on Vogue.com

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Made for the sweaty, sporty, constantly-outdoors type (or anyone who wants to look like they are), this K-beauty stick doesn’t budge through workouts, hikes or your run from the car to the cafe. It glides on without tugging, doesn’t clog pores or melt into your hairline, and feels like nothing on the skin.

TOCOBO Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++

This hybrid sun stick is like blotting paper and sunscreen had a skincare baby. With cotton extract, sebum-control herbs and micro-powders, it delivers a soft matte finish that won’t suffocate your skin. Great under makeup or on top of it, it’s the antidote to mid-day shine and the secret to that “filtered, but not really” effect.

Beauty Of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50+ PA++++

Your makeup’s best friend and oily T-zone’s worst enemy. Powered by mugwort, camelia and silica powder, this sun stick glides over skin to mattify without pilling, smudging or messing with your look. It’s portable and made for reapplying SPF like you’re retouching lipstick–effortless.

Thank You Farmer Sun Project Silky Calming Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++

For days when your skin is one minor inconvenience away from rebellion. This soothing, centella-laced SPF calms inflammation while shielding you from UV and blue light. Its silky matte finish makes it ideal over makeup or under stress, and the calamine helps dial down redness. If your face is throwing a tantrum, start here.

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Silky-Fit Sun Stick

The skincare overachiever of the bunch. With a blend of centella, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and blue agave, this stick soothes, hydrates, exfoliates and protects. The finish is breathable and barely there, but the benefits go deep. Call it the K-beauty cheat code.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Airy Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++

Shaped like a teardrop for ultra-targeted application, this cooling stick is like a tall glass of water for thirsty skin. With eight types of hyaluronic acid and ice plant extract, it refreshes, plumps and shields your face from sun damage, all without disrupting makeup or making you look like a glazed doughnut. Think of it as sunscreen sticks’ most ergonomic form.

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Targeted Sun Defense Stick SPF 50

This one protects against UVA/UVB damage, resists sweat and hydrates like a balm. It’s oil-free, fragrance-free and plays nice with sensitive skin. Consider it your commuter-friendly SPF that fits in the smallest of clutches and does more than just one thing.

belif UV Protector Aqua Bomb Cooling Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

From all the sunscreen sticks, this one is for the heat-flushed, redness-prone and always-dehydrated crowd. Infused with belif’s signature Aqua Bomb essence and niacinamide, it delivers a burst of hydration and a fresh, cooling finish in every swipe.

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It was somewhere between the sleepless nights and the too-many open tabs that my therapist said it. Not as an intervention, but as a passing suggestion, like she was recommending a good podcast. “You might want to eat more fibre,” she offered, while I was in the middle of describing what I can only call a mid-tier existential spiral.

I laughed. And then I Googled.

Turns out, she wasn’t off. While the wellness internet with magnesium sprays and collagen supplements, fibre has rebranded itself from a digestion aid to nervous system support. Not the glamorous kind with packaging and peptides, but the kind that quietly gets the job done. Like rajma. The conversation around fibre and mental health is gaining ground for good reason, especially in a world where we’re all looking for low-lift ways to regulate our stress.

We don’t usually associate bhindi sabzi with emotional resilience, but maybe we should. Because the connection between fibre and mental health—specifically through the gut-brain axis—is increasingly where nutritional psychiatry is placing its bets.

Your gut is (probably) in your feelings

The science is surprisingly straightforward: your gut and brain are in constant communication, thanks to a network of nerves, immune signals and chemical messengers. About 90% of the body’s serotonin, the feel-good neurotransmitter, is produced in the gut. And that serotonin production is largely dependent on what you feed your microbiome.

Fibre is what your gut bacteria eat. When you consume fibre—especially from fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains—those microbes ferment it into short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs). These SCFAs do a lot of heavy lifting: they regulate inflammation, modulate your stress response, and influence how neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin behave. In short, fibre supports mental health by fuelling a microbiome that can send calmer, clearer signals to the brain.

Processed food is making your anxiety worse

This is where modern eating habits come in. A low-fibre diet made up of white bread, ultra-processed snacks, sweetened yoghurts or smoothies pretending to be meals starves your gut microbes. That microbial starvation leads to lower SCFA production, which in turn affects everything from your body’s ability to regulate blood sugar to its baseline cortisol levels. Over time, this can disrupt sleep, impact your mood, and leave your nervous system more reactive to daily stress.

I love a UK-based romance (not for nothing have I seen Notting Hill an upsetting number of times), and that’s exactly what the new Netflix rom-com My Oxford Year promises to deliver, with its focus on the attraction between a brand-new Oxonian from Queens, New York, and her extremely British professor crush. Let’s dive in and see how this one rates on the Great Rom-Com-o-Meter, shall we?

There has been no shortage of exposed toes this summer, thanks to the popularity of sandals. From The Row’s viral £670 rubber creations to Jonathan Bailey’s unpedicured dogs, it’s been the season of feeling the breeze on your feet. However, for anyone looking to upgrade the tried-and-tested shorts and flip-flops combo, there’s a new nostalgic footwear trend here to save the day.

Stepping away from the Noughties and looking back a little further, the ‘90s influence remains ever-present, from top to toe. The latest throwback moment infiltrating our summer rotation is the return of the classic sandal. Think Rachel Green popping out for a cappuccino or Kate Moss in gladiator sandals, bleary-eyed on Primrose Hill. Whatever your preference, the strappy styles are enjoying a revival among the street-style set once again, paired with another nostalgic styling hack: rolled denim cuffs.

Mid-wash or acid-bleached, straight-leg or oversized, rolled jeans add that certain ‘90s spirit to even the most straightforward summer outfit. Below, see how to style cuffed jeans with sandals this summer.

Flip-flops and straight-leg jeans

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