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Sanya Malhotra loves wearing saris, as is evident from her Instagram feed. She often experiments with textures and colours, giving ethnic sartorial inspiration with every look. For the promotions of Malhotra’s latest release, Mrs., the actor dressed in a head-to-toe zari ensemble courtesy of the craft-forward brand, Eka.

The linen zari sari is different from its silk counterpart, where rich gold or silver threads are used to embellish the fabric from its surface. With the linen, fragile silver threads are directly woven into the fabric through meticulous handloom techniques. Malhotra’s sari, in a soft candy-pink hue, was a result of this delicate process, apt for navigating everyday life. As opposed to a stringent pallu, linen’s billowing quality, combined with the subtle zari sheen, amplified the look’s wearability.

Sanya Malhotra paired the sari with a block-printed blouse, a hand-sculpted porcelain choker, a grey zari potli and Mughal-architecture-inspired navratan bangles set with gemstones symbolising the nine planets. Instead of a gajra or the overdone coquette-core bow, Malhotra’s ruffled scrunchie added a sense of whimsy to her nostalgia-inducing ensemble.

The overall feel was old-world presented as a less-loud take on method dressing, resonating with Malhotra’s character. The sari was reminiscent of the way actors would dress in 70s’ slice-of-life movies.

With the Lunar New Year 2025 arriving on January 29, there’s never been a better excuse to infuse your wardrobe with a touch of serpentine glamour. The Year of the Wood Snake calls for power, poise, and a wardrobe that speaks to transformation. Snakes exude mystery and elegance, while the wood element symbolizes renewal—meaning it’s time to level up your style with curated pieces that feel as timeless as they do directional. After all, the Year of the Wood Snake is all about reinvention, and what better place to begin than with the pieces you wear?

Snakes in fashion? A tale as old as time. The sleek, coiling motif is a mainstay in the wardrobes of those in the know—elevating everything from accessories to outerwear with a whisper of intrigue. Start the Lunar New Year 2025 right with these Vogue-approved fashion buys.

Bulgari Serpenti Forever Bag – The ultimate power piece, inspired by the Serpenti Harlequin jewelry-watch of 1968, also has a sinuous, gold-plated brass handle.

Gucci Jackie Python Shoulder Bag – A textural dream, this one’s all about effortless, laid-back luxe.

Versace Medusa Chain Necklace – More is more. This gold stunner channels bold energy with a touch of mythology.

Roberto Cavalli Snake Print Dress – If you’re not already considering this for an event look, now’s the time.

Polo Ralph Lauren Loafer in Red – A refined classic with just the right amount of bite.

Chloé Embroidered Cardigan– Comfort, but make it fashion—because even your off-duty wardrobe should make a statement.

Burberry Lunar New Year Silk Scarf – A heritage print reimagined for a new season of luck and prosperity.

Dior Grand Soir Year of the Snake – The dial, the colours, the craftsmanship—this one ticks all the boxes.

Louis Vuitton Neverfull Bandoulière Inside Out MM – A bold, reimagined classic that blends functionality with a fashion-forward twist.

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This past December, as the festive buzz in Bengaluru softened into a quiet lull, Sendhil Ramamurthy and I took a trip to Chikmagalur. We moseyed through coffee plantations, lolled around bonfires, and gallivanted up and down beautiful forest paths—and yet, we never once saw each other. He was on vacation with his family, and I with mine. And though we stayed at resorts situated within an hour of each other, owned by the same company, on nearly exactly the same dates, meeting the actor of Heroes (2006-2010) fame wasn’t written in my stars just yet. And probably for good reason.

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When our paths do cross on Zoom over a month later, the Never Have I Ever (2020-2023) star, 50, is on a different continent, and if the short-maned, primly bearded face that appears on my screen is anything to go by, I reckon I probably wouldn’t have recognised him anyway. Today, he doesn’t look anything like his angelic Never Have I Ever character, or his swashbuckling alter ego, Vikram, in his latest Bollywood outing, Do Aur Do Pyaar (2024). If anything, he looks younger, hotter, cooler—although I soon learn it’s a look he isn’t entirely at peace with. “I can’t wait to grow out the hair and shave off the beard,” he tells me later over Whatsapp, adding that it’s for his next role in the British psychological thriller series, The Couple Next Door. Unlike me, Ramamurthy’s fans had no trouble recognising him. “The number of people that came up to me in Bengaluru this time just from having followed my work…it was pretty amazing,” he says from his apartment in Antwerp, where he’s currently based.

Khushi Kapoor has been making a strong case for turning work days into a playground to express her personal style. For the promotions of her upcoming release, Loveyapa, the actor broke the dichotomous shackles of strict ethnic wear or fits with excessive frill and flounce, and channelled a balanced and effortless approach.

Kapoor’s latest was a girl-next-door ensemble–a sea-blue co-ord set featuring a cut-out neckline vest with subtle appliqué embroidery and wide-legged tie-dye trousers. The look, from designer Anamika Khanna’s prêt label AK OK, incorporated the brand’s signature language, that of a certain vibrancy either through paisleys, fabrics or subtle embroidery. Kapoor’s trousers boasted of an almost abstract tie-dye effect, punctuated with hints of embroidery to match the waistcoat.

The art of getting conventionally ethnic silhouettes and embroideries right has been one of Khushi Kapoor’s strong suits. Take, for instance, her outing in a floral gharara-sari set with an encrusted tube top for a blouse, perfect for serial wedding-goers. Kapoor’s striking Varun Bahl set with detailed lacework and asymmetrical hemming was the embodiment of feminine dressing, one that can be further amplified with a matching blazer or a statement choker. Lastly, Kapoor’s navy-blue Mishru set with a sleek dupatta was laden with aari embroidery and bits of French-knot detailing– a lesson on how to get heavy embroidery right for a more casual look.

Growing up, sustainability for me was far from the luxury concept it has become today. It was a way of living that expressed itself in the simplest act of my mother taking quarterly trips to Khadi Gramodyog outlets and purchasing yards of pastel-coloured fabrics, which she would later tailor into razor-sharp shirts and mandarin-collared short-length tunics. Many years later, when I first arrived in Delhi, I remember being accosted by peers who would marvel at some of the pieces in my closet. The brand of Indian Middle-Class Motherhood, I’d chuckle internally.

“In Indian households, the word was not used, but it was always there as a concept,” chimes in Kavita Parmar, founder and creative director of the IOU Project and Xtant, an annual international festival celebrating heritage, textiles and craft. For Parmar, who began her career sourcing for major American brands, sustainability was a concept rooted in her heritage. She uses the example of a simple lungi (a kind of cloth wrapped around the waist the two ends of which are knotted together), which in most households makes the journey from being a garment, to a bedsheet, to a towel, and then finally a rag.

At a time when brands globally face the challenge of an ever-increasing consumption force, a fresh crop of Indian creatives are finding an urgent need to centre zero-waste policies and ethical production practices at the heart of their labels. For Ashita Singhal, founder of Paiwand Studio, sustainable fashion was in the everyday mundane. “Whether it was my grandfather’s dhoti or my mother’s sarees, everything was either passed down or used further,” she shares. In fact, it was her mother’s practice of paiwand lagana (repairing clothes) that inspired the name of the brand, with concepts of mending, reusing, and reimagining garments at its heart.

ROOTED IN TRADITION
For Ashita Singhal, founder of Paiwand Studio, sustainable fashion was in the everyday mundane. “Whether it was my grandfather’s dhoti or my mother’s sarees, everything was either passed down or used further.”

Unlike many in the industry, Singhal doesn’t view sustainability as an imposed moniker; rather, as a by-product of thoughtful design and responsible production. For her, it’s about authenticity — understanding local materials, and addressing local issues. Visiting the Sunder Nagar mill in Delhi, she discovered dusty looms and weavers abandoning their craft due to financial hardship. Singhal vowed to provide employment and preserve the craft of weaving, ensuring that handloom traditions would not be lost to time. “I was deeply moved by what I saw, and it solidified my resolve to work with and uplift these communities,” she says.

This sentiment is the philosophy at the heart of Sonam Khetan’s eponymous label. Launched in 2022, the brand only uses natural dyes, and avoids polyester and animal skins, reflecting Khetan’s vision of a brand that “cares” for the environment, the people who create the garments, and the customers who wear them. “It’s no longer possible to do anything, whether fashion or otherwise, without engaging in the defence of the biosphere,” she asserts.

AU NATUREL
Sonam Khetan’s eponymous label only uses natural dyes, and avoids polyester and animal skins, reflecting Khetan’s vision of a brand that “cares” for the environment, the people who create the garments, and the customers who wear them.

Khetan’s collections are not dictated by fleeting trends but by a larger, timeless narrative. Her designs blend the richness of Indian craftsmanship with clean, minimalist silhouettes. Whether collaborating with Delhi-based artisans or hand-woven Himalayan wool, Khetan is dedicated to integrating regional and global influences into her pieces. Referring to a piece featuring embroidery inspired by NASA’s satellite map of India’s monsoon winds, she describes her work as not just “wearable art” but a medium of “storytelling”.

But like Khetan and Singhal, challenges galore for such homegrown labels who prioritise sustainability in the development of their brand identities. For Kriti Tula, founder of Doodlage, the higher cost of eco-friendly materials and sustainable production often discourages consumers. According to Khetan, working with materials like khadi silk and khadi cotton is not only more expensive but working with small, sustainable batches limits flexibility. Such challenges also have other spillover effects—raising issues of affordability in a price-sensitive market like India.

MIGHTY MOVES
At Doodlage, Kriti Tula tracks the brand’s progress without relying on expensive certifications. Instead, her team spends hours sourcing locally, maintaining transparency in the supply chain, conserving natural resources and ensuring fair wages for workers.

According to Karishma Shahani Khan, founder of the brand Ka-Sha, navigating affordability while maintaining the integrity of the product is a constant “balancing act.” Nonetheless, Khan remains committed to both the environmental and social aspects of sustainability, ensuring that artisans are given consistent work season after season to cultivate their craft. To this end, she has now launched a parallel, sister brand Heart to Haat, that repurposes every centimetre of fabric waste emerging from Ka-Sha’s production.

At Doodlage, Tula tracks the brand’s progress without relying on expensive certifications. Instead, her team spends hours sourcing locally, maintaining transparency in the supply chain, conserving natural resources and ensuring fair wages for workers. “Our ultimate goal is to integrate more advanced tools and benchmarks as we grow,” she shares, envisioning a future where the brand can continue to scale its sustainability efforts without compromising its values.

BALANCING ACT
According to Karishma Shahani Khan, founder of Ka-Sha, navigating affordability while maintaining the integrity of the product is difficult. Nonetheless, Khan remains committed to both the environmental and social aspects of sustainability, ensuring that artisans are given consistent work season after season to cultivate their craft.

Denying binaries of luxury brand-positioning and industrial scaling, Parmar muses over the possibility of a business model that makes sustainable fashion emerge from its unaffordable niche corner. She imagines a patented design pattern from a maison, accessed through an affordable cost, and then hand-replicated by local artisans on customised garments. “It would be like listening to a Beatles song. It’s a dream of mine, but every single technology that’s required for it exists,” she adds with a barely concealed smile.

It’s Martens at Martin. Glenn Martens is the new creative director of Maison Margiela, the company announced today.

“I have worked with Glenn for years, I have witnessed his talent, and I know what he is capable of,” said OTB chairman Renzo Rosso. “After Martin, who gave life to the Maison and its unique Artisanal line, and John, who made it the most cutting-edge couture house in the world, I am proud to have a third couturier at its helm. Glenn, who studied at Antwerp’s Royal Academy of Fine Arts like Martin, has already shown his prowess and his vision in couture”.

Glenn Martens said: “I feel extremely honoured to join the amazing Maison Margiela, a truly unique house that has been inspiring the world for decades. And I thank Renzo for the trust he is putting in me.”

The Belgian designer, who will remain the creative director of Diesel, will replace John Galliano, who oversaw Margiela between 2014 and last year. Today’s appointment has been heavily speculated upon since Martens exited Y/Project in September 2024. He had spent 11 years at the independent Paris-based label, which has since shuttered. His commercial success at Diesel, allied with the irreverent wit and brilliance of his critically acclaimed work at Y/Project, justly made him the front-runner for the position to which he was confirmed today.

In a recent Vogue Business interview, OTB founder and chairman Renzo Rosso hinted that Martens would be a good fit for the cult luxury house. “Glenn is a couturier, not just a designer. Like John Galliano, couturiers have a different way of designing. Every single piece has a story to tell,” he said as rumours swirled about the company’s next chapter.

In the same article, Bruges-born Martens, 41, responded to the rumours about his future by confirming only that he was focused on raising chickens. That unconventional attitude (to fashion, not chickens) syncs finely with that of the house whose creative leadership Martens is about to assume. There are also some striking parallels between the career arcs of the house’s reclusive founder and that of its new creative director.

As well as sharing nationalities, both Martin Margiela and Glenn Martens graduated from Antwerp’s Royal Academy of Fine Arts: Margiela in 1979, and Martens in 2008. Both men moved to Paris to further their careers, and both began working for Jean Paul Gaultier: Margiela in 1984 and Martens in 2008. This is where their paths — at least for a while — diverged. Margiela co-founded his eponymous brand in 1988. The next step of his eventual successor there, Martens, was to take the helm at Y/Project in 2013.

From the beginning, designer sarees had been taken into consideration as an illustration of grace, grandeur, and elegance. Wearing a saree that a designer has predicted is a top notch revel in for some of reasons, which includes the difficult designs and appealing decorations, in addition to the artistry that is going into every man or woman piece. When it involves girls who need to make a declaration at any occasion, whether or not it’s a wedding, a festive celebration or maybe an informal day out, choosing the suitable designer saree and sporting it is able to absolutely remodel their look.

Your admiration for the sophistication and charm of a designer saree is possibly to be just like us. This mythical outfit has the ability to absolutely regulate your look for each occasion, from casual get-togethers to formal events. Today, we’re going to dive into the numerous approaches wherein you could alter the appearance of your designer saree to suit any occasion, whether or not it’s a daylight hours trip or an evening event. What are we ready for?

Tips to Style Your Designer Saree for Any Occasion

A designer saree is more than simply apparel; it makes a bold fashion statement. This is what sets it apart from other things:

Each and every designer saree is painstakingly produced, and they frequently feature one-of-a-kind designs and fabrics of superior quality.

Every detail of these sarees, from the intricate embroidery to the contemporary cuts, is intended to draw attention to you.

There are designs and styles that are difficult to imitate that can be found in designer sarees, which makes them an excellent option for achieving a unique appearance.

Do you have plans to attend a brunch or a casual gathering during the day? You may put your designer saree to work for you by following these steps:

• Opt for Fabrics That Are Lighter

Materials like chiffon and georgette are excellent choices. During the day, they are not only comfy but also ideal.

• Accessories That Are Simplified

If you need to hold a handy style, use earrings that are straightforward and unobtrusive, which includes sensitive chains or small studs.

You may maintain a fresh appearance by wearing makeup that is natural or dewy, which will suit the informal atmosphere.

For activities that take place in the evening, it is time to bring out the magic:

• Fabrics & Colors That Are Vibrant

It is possible to make your saree stand out in the evening light by using luxurious textiles such as silk and vivid colors.

• Jewelry that makes a Statement

When you need to feature a touch of drama on your appearance, assume large and ambitious through carrying dramatic rings or a thick necklace.

• Makeup with a Dramatic Effect

The use of smoky eyelids and dramatic lips can take your appearance to the next level and match the luxurious colors of your saree.

If you are going to a party, the saree that you should wear to the party should be shining. This is how you may obtain that appearance that is excellent for a party:

• Select Embellishments That Bring Sparkle

In order to capture the light, you should look for sarees that have sequins, beads, or mirror work.

• Complement with a Pair of Heels

Put your style to the next level by wearing fashionable heels that contribute to the overall elegance.

Put the completing touches in your party-equipped appearance through styling your hair in a stunning updo or tender waves.

By buying a designer saree from a web retailer, you aren’t simplest buying a piece of writing of clothing; you also are making and funding in a bit of way of life and style:

Purchasing objects on-line offers you the possibility to peruse a huge type of patterns without the inconvenience of going to some extraordinary stores.

There is a huge type of patterns and substances that can be located in on-line retailers, which might not be to be had withinside the nearby area.

There are quite a few internet shops that provide the customization choices, which guarantees that your saree will suit your needs exactly and could be consistent with your vision.

Follow these caring instructions to ensure that your designer saree remains in pristine condition:

In most cases, dry cleaning is the most suitable choice because it helps to maintain delicate materials and very intricate features.

Protect your saree from dirt and harm with the aid of storing it in a garment bag that lets in air to flow into via it.

• Try to Avoid Direct Sunlight

The fine method to save your saree from fading and turning into discolored is to hold it away from direct sunlight.

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Final Words

It is feasible to style a designer saree in this type of manner that it’s far suitable for any occasion, whether or not you have become prepared for a sunlight hours occasion or a wonderful night out. You are capable of enhancing the splendor and elegance of your saree with the aid of deciding on the suitable accessories, practicing the suitable makeup and fashioning your hair. Also, hold in your mind that the use of the net to buy a designer saree or to research new saree collections could make the procedure of selecting the suitable search for you a lot less complicated and extra fun.

In a recent look, Khushi Kapoor opted for clean luminous skin with sun-kissed-peachy cheeks. Dressed in an embroidered blue waistcoat paired with matching trousers, she accessorised with stacked gold jewellery, statement rings and earrings. Khushi Kapoor styled her hair in a slicked-back updo that accentuated her features.

The actor chose a glowy base with subtle contouring and shiny lipgloss that enhanced her radiant complexion. Her eye makeup featured soft brown eyeshadow across her eyelids, and coats of mascara with fluttery faux lashes. A wash of bronzer was applied along her forehead and cheekbones for definition. Soft contouring and highlighter over her cheekbones, collarbones and high points of her face gave her skin a lit-from-within glow. Her eyebrows were neatly groomed and her lips were filled in with a warm nude glaze.

To recreate Khushi Kapoor’s look, follow the steps below:

• Start by cleansing your face and applying a hydrating moisturiser to create a smooth, glowing base. Follow up with a primer to ensure the makeup stays in place all day.
• Choose a lightweight foundation with a buildable formula to even out your complexion. Use a damp makeup sponge or brush for a natural finish.
• Apply concealer under your eyes and on any blemishes to brighten and even out your complexion. Blend it well to ensure a seamless look.
• Apply a warm-toned bronzer along the forehead, cheekbones, and jawline for a sunkissed effect.
• Apply a peachy cream blush to the apples of your cheeks, blending slightly towards the temples.
• Apply a soft bronzer or brown eyeshadow to your eyelids. Blend the shadow into your crease to create dimension. Finish off your eye look by applying a mascara coat to your upper and lower lashes to make your eyes pop. Add dramatic faux lashes for extra volume.
• Highlight the high points of your face, including your cheekbones, collarbones, down the bridge of your nose, and cupid’s bow.
• Define your brows using a brow pencil or powder to shape and fill in any sparse areas, ensuring they frame your face.
• Apply a nude-toned lip gloss that complements the blush.
• Finally, set your makeup with a fine mist of setting spray to lock everything in place and ensure your makeup lasts throughout the day.

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The dress features a string of satin, tassel-like strips woven onto a thin column, a tone-on-tone bikini and a supportive tie-up around the neck. The outfit’s unusual silhouette combined with Khan’s subtle bronzy glam worked golden hour wonders.

Khan has been photographed by Sasha Jairam and styled by long-time stylist Allia al Rufai; both known for their clean, edited-down, and contemporary aesthetic. For those who find the heavy satin and the high-neck constricting, versions from Luisa Spagnoli, Mithridate and Roberto Cavalli provide fine alternates – think diaphanous monochrome offerings, sultry cutouts, and thickly woven dresses.

Luisa Spagnoli, Spring-Summer 2025

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Mithridate, Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear

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Philosophy di Lorenzo, Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear

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Roberto Cavalli, Spring-Summer 2025

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From Vogue‘s fashion desk:

“Introduce contrast with a sharply tailored oversized blazer in deep chocolate or slate grey, something structured to offset the dress’s fluidity. Ditch delicate jewellery in favour of bold sculptural cuffs or molten metal earrings that echo the fabric’s organic drape without overwhelming it. A sleek, centre-parted bun refines the look, keeping the focus on the metallic ruching,” guides Vogue India‘s Fashion Associate, Manglien Gangte.

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