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A staunch advocate of conscious living, Dia Mirza has long used her voice and wardrobe to spotlight indigenous artisanal work and handwoven fabrics. So it comes as no surprise that, for a recent outing, the actor and environmentalist turned to a label deeply rooted in slow fashion and textile revival. Mirza chose a rani pink kurta set from Tilla by Aratrik Dev Varman, which reflects her deep-rooted commitment to slow fashion.

“Her kurta set is crafted using handwoven silk organza, which is block-printed with vertical stripes,” shares Dev Varman. The result is a luminous top that creates texture and depth without overwhelming the fabric’s simplicity. “The yoke is inspired by Islamic architectural influences and features pitta work,” he adds. The same ornamentation is mirrored on the sleeve cuffs. Her kurta is rounded off with solid flared pants and an organza dupatta with small buttis and a delicate border. Thanks to its vibrant colour juxtaposed with intricate work, her well-balanced look is a study in mindful luxury and a deep connection to India’s textile legacy.

Dia Mirza accessorised her look with a pair of statement chandbali earrings from Maya Sanghavi Jewels, “crafted with 18-carat gold and adorned with 4.87 carats of polkis and 1.79 carats of full-cut diamonds along with natural pearls. Handcrafted using the open-setting technique, this piece blends regal heritage with modern refinement,” shares Darshan Sanghavi of Maya Sanghavi Jewels. Her styling was purposefully minimal, letting the outfit speak for itself. With natural makeup and a hairdo showcasing soft curls, the focus stayed on her kurta set and its understated intricacy.

This handwoven kurta is the kind of versatile piece that transitions effortlessly from AM to PM and across special events. You can dial it up with a choker for a wedding or keep it pared-down, like Mirza, with minimal styling for festive occasions. It’s the kind of look that doesn’t rely on trends or embellishments to make an impact, but instead offers a deeper connection to the idea of dressing with intention.

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This week, beauty didn’t follow a single arc; it curved, smoked, blushed and gleamed. Sushmita Sen leaned into sculptural glamour with high-shine lids and bold blush, while elsewhere, minimalism found its footing in matte skin, kohl-lined eyes, and soft waves. The tension between restraint and statement played out on every face, proof that good beauty isn’t about uniformity.

Shilpa Shetty strikes the perfect balance with radiant skin, soft contouring and a perfect wing liner. The nude lip adds just the right touch of polish to her look. Donning her stunning jhumka ear cuffs she let her features shine and pulled her detailed fit with grace.

Beautifully subtle and elegant, exactly what Shruti Haasan’s look feels like. Her flawless matte skin creates a soft and natural base, while the eye-liner and perfectly shaped brows add intensity. A deep, muted berry lip complements her all-black outfit. The oxidised jhumkas, ring and black bindi adds an extra 5 points to her look.

Fatima Sana Shaikh’s dewy skin glows with a natural finish, a hint of blush that adds warmth to her cheeks. Subtle definition with mascara and a touch of eyeliner, while her lips are painted in a muted pink that upgrades her look without overpowering it. A classic no-makeup makeup look.

Call it molten or mirrored, either way, Sushmita Sen’s lids did not come to play. The bronze-champagne eyeshadow caught light at every angle, lending her glam eye moment a high-definition sheen. Paired with sculpting blush, a rosy pink gloss and those signature power brows, it was the makeup equivalent of a mic drop.

Sonakshi Sinha is perfectly mirroring her all-black attire. Her skin has a velvety matte finish, with sculpted cheeks. Her eyeshadow came with a smoky afterthought—part molten, part mood. The taupe gradient added depth without harshness and the high-sheen finish kept it firmly in the realm of glamour, not grunge. A nude-mauve lip shade was the perfect finishing touch, making her appear soft and strong at the same time.

Kajol’s beauty look this week synonymised grace and warmth. With soft flushed cheeks and a hint of highlight, her skin glows with a radiance and a natural finish. The classic kohl and defined lashes drew attention without being too dramatic. Her soft pink lips add a fresh charm, while she rocks the black saree, ear tops and her hair tied back.

Consider this an official entry into the shrine dedicated to all things retro, where ’90s slip skirts, with their simple, clean cuts and satin finish, reign supreme. We can say with absolute certainty that they are present on every inspiration board under the category “minimal chicstyle”, with images ranging from the classic silhouettes of Jil Sander and Calvin Klein to Prada’s luxurious interpretation of simplicity. Not to mention off-the-runway looks, such as Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s favourite midi-drop piece, which invites you to lean into sensuality, without compromising on your elegance.

Recognised for its low waist and silky look, often accompanied by lace at the hem, the fashion trends for Spring-Summer 2025 bring back the garment that influential designers such as Helmut Lang, Alexander McQueen and Tom Ford immortalised for decades to come. A statement that, despite its ups and downs in the fashion cycle, is always gracefully received.

How to wear 90’s slip skirts with sandals this season

Whether day or night, on-trend skirts for Spring-Summer 2025, whether satin, slip or lingerie style, are quickly asserting themselves, catching all eyes and reflecting the mood of the season. Sophisticated, fun, sexy, elegant, casual and distinctive styles converge in them. Of course, the personality they convey will depend on how they are styled. That said, back to the sandals to start discovering their full potential.

Lace and satin-effect mini skirt styled with sandals

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This is the space between effort and expansion — a breath, a toast, a moment that says: you are going to do that. Leo, you ventured onto something, you dug your heels into the ground, and here you are—reining it all in. Take a moment to pause and get clear on what it is that you are walking towards—let your emotions be your compass and your mind forge the path ahead. Remember that you are not trying to control things; you are simply trying to ensure you put your best foot forward. This period of deep transformation is the harbinger of good news, but first, you must willingly choose the brighter side to stay on it.

Cosmic tip: Community, kinship, and support come in unexpectedly. Create space for celebrations.

Filter. Filter your life, your choices, your friends, your loved ones, your thoughts, your habits, your beliefs, your faith in possibility, your drive, your ambition, your goals —everything. Virgo, this period of emotional contentment and opportunity urges you to think creatively and dream your wildest dreams. Something is ready to overflow in your life—and you get to choose if it will be stress, worry, anxiety or happiness, joy and fulfilment. Abundance knocks at your door in every way—open it to receive it.

Cosmic tip: Stay open, stay curious, stay soft.

You thought something might turn out a certain way—but really, is it? Libra, hold space for yourself and others. Remember that mercury is retrograde with the full moon basking in all its glory—so be kind, and wait for clarity to dawn, even in communication. Assumptions often lead to miscommunications and breakdowns—and this may not be the perfect time for either. Stay grounded and practical through it all, and you will realise that there is so much to be grateful for that the moon is only helping you see through all this chaos.

Cosmic tip: Be generous—with your heart and soul. Generosity is, sooner or later, greatly rewarded by the cosmos.

Your fears may be getting the better of you, Scorpio, but breathe, it is a powerful full moon, and while there may be some meat in the game, all is not lost. Tread carefully and walk in your shoes with utmost awareness. Turbulence in relationships is likely, not because all is meant to fail, but because something needs to be settled in. Carefully evaluate all the options currently at your table, and make choices that feel aligned. You don’t need to choose today. You only need to consider the options. Ride the wave and let clarity set in.

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The blouse is sleeveless, cut low in the back and features scalloped edges trimmed with tiny pearls, to add just a hint of detail without drawing focus away from the sari.

The makeup stays soft: lightly defined eyes, Kajol’s usual kohl, and a berry lip that keeps things grounded. Her hair, in a loosely pinned low bun, looks simple and neat.

When it comes to accessorising, the actor lets her polki earrings take centre stage. Shaped like blooming rosettes, they add structure to her face. Along with the studs is an emerald-cut gemstone ring that sits on her pinkie—a personal talisman slipped on without occasion, the kind of element you’d miss in motion.

It’s not about standout pieces or bold choices. It’s about how everything sits together: quiet, considered and completely lived-in.

From Vogue’s fashion desk:

“This National Handloom Day, take a cue from Kajol—the black sari is our very own LBD. Her floral drape strikes the perfect balance between heritage and effortlessly classic. The motif or print really helps you define the look you are going for: bigger florals lean towards a retro ’50s look, while a smaller floral motif in certain colours can be a fresh take on it. A sleeveless blouse is lovely but why not swap this for a balloon-sleeved black georgette or organza blouse? Keep accessories refined: sculptural earrings, a touch of pearls and a classic bag. Finish up with dewy skin and a cat eye to lean into retro sophistication,” says Vogue India fashion editor, Divya Balakrishnan.

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Kajol’s black pre-draped sari came with a corset featuring 3,500 Swarovski crystals

For her red-carpet appearance at the Red Sea International Film Festival, she opted for a custom gown from the Miss Sohee spring 2023 couture collection. Crafted from milky-grey satin, the dress was accented with deep lavender-vine embellishments and black creeper motifs inspired by a 19th-century Korean painting. The mermaid silhouette featured a corseted torso, a sweetheart neckline, dramatic, voluminous, double-puffed sleeves and a long, embellished train.

Chocolate-brown gown by Gaurav Gupta

For the opening night of Jio World Plaza, Bhatt wore a sculpted chocolate-brown gown by Gaurav Gupta that showcased architectural fluidity and volume. The strapless corset bodice featured satin ribbing and a sweetheart neckline, cinching her waistline and contouring her figure. The gown’s dramatic, floral-detailed caged skirt added eccentric volume and was complemented by matching brown tights. The asymmetrical rose motifs along the skirt’s length brought a sculptural, contemporary edge, while a high slit added movement and intensity to the look.

White pearl gown by Prabal Gurung

In the last couple of years, celebrity impersonators have inspired mixed feelings amongst internet users. On one hand, lookalike competitions have grown in popularity since the virality of the October 2024 Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest in New York City, where the actor himself showed up. On the other hand, impersonators like Paige Neimann and Ashley Leechin, who imitate Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift respectively, receive continuous backlash for not only building an audience from their likeness to a popular celebrity but also drastically changing their appearance, personality and mannerisms to further resemble the celebrity in question. Take Neimann, who dramatically lost weight and dyed her hair blonde to match Grande’s look in Wicked (2025) and even more sinisterly, created an OnlyFans account where she cosplays as the singer. Despite Grande speaking up several times about the discomfort of watching people mimicking and almost parodying her behaviour, Neimann has gained nearly a million followers on Instagram.

While Qadri also first blew up on social media like Niemann and Leechin, he makes it exceedingly clear that he is not Shah Rukh Khan: that just like the Bollywood star, he is entertaining, stepping into a role that he keeps separate from his personal life. He finds this is nothing to be guilty about. “I personally believe that we choose a career for two reasons. The first is money: everyone needs money and we’d be lying if we said we don’t,” he notes. “The other reason is happiness. If you’re happy doing what you do, it doesn’t matter what anyone says about it. I don’t think I’m doing anything wrong.” When I enquire if Khan’s mannerisms ever slip into his personal life, Qadri laughs bashfully. “Never. I’m absolutely normal and a good boy. Otherwise, my family and friends would all laugh and make fun of me.”

“High-quality collagen peptides provide the body with usable forms of glycine and proline,” says Pradhan. “They’re especially helpful for vegetarians or those who aren’t eating collagen-rich cuts of meat.” She doesn’t recommend the trendy plant-based ‘collagen boosters’ on the market as they most likely don’t contain collagen, only supporting nutrients. So if you’re serious about vegetarian collagen support, a well-chosen supplement might be doing the real work.

Frequency matters more than food trends

There’s no one magic food, Pradhan says—it’s about consistent exposure. “People think lemon is enough, but amla has much higher vitamin C,” she adds. Ideally, you’d include these cofactors regularly: vitamin C from raw fruits, amino acids from collagen peptides or animal sources, and minerals from whole foods.

It’s less about trendy ingredients and more about sustained nutritional patterns. Collagen production isn’t a one-time thing. It needs constant scaffolding.

A little truth with your turmeric

Slow-cooked or raw foods retain more nutrients critical for collagen formation. Sprouted lentils and pressure-cooked dals are excellent for digestion, but not necessarily for collagen support.

“The less processed your food is, the more nutrients it holds,” says Pradhan. For example, a spoonful of homemade chutney made with raw sesame or flax might do more than a multivitamin when it comes to delivering minerals that support connective tissue.

According to an Ayurvedic nutritionist Aditi Sharma, vegetarian diets can be deeply nourishing for skin and tissue repair. “In Ayurveda, we look at building mamsa dhatu (muscle) and shukra dhatu (reproductive fluid) through foods that are warm, well-digested, and rasa-rich.” That means moist, soupy preparations like mung dal khichdi with ghee, not dry cereal with almond milk.

Rasayana herbs like amla, ashwagandha, shatavari and guduchi are traditionally believed to support vitality, immunity and skin health. “When these herbs are taken with the right anupana or vehicle—like ghee or honey—they can support deeper tissue nourishment,” notes Sharma.

But, she adds, “it’s not collagen. Ayurvedic eating supports overall resilience and glow by improving digestion, reducing inflammation and enhancing nutrient absorption, not by supplying collagen peptides directly.”

So yes, your thali might be building ojas. But if it’s collagen you’re after, that’s still a different scaffolding.

Vegetarian collagen support needs either strategic supplementation or a shift in expectations. And that doesn’t have to mean abandoning what’s on your thali. Just understanding what’s actually working and what’s just comfort food.

We’re meant to believe that Carrie, the dyed-in-the-wool New Yorker, who has lived in this diverse metropolis for many decades, has somehow never heard about Diwali before Seema describes it to her? The good time gal then dons a lehenga (it’s not a sari, Carrie!) to attend a festive party with her friend—complete with an elaborate floral mohawk.

8. Aidan refuses to enter Carrie’s old apartment

Yes, Aidan has bad memories of Carrie’s old apartment, but his refusal to cross the threshold again means they have to stay in hotels, and then borrow Che’s apartment, after which Carrie has to sell her home. She then buys a giant Gramercy Park mansion, which has enough space for Aidan and his kids—except, they’re never there. What a jerk.

7. Carrie pretends Charlotte’s dog has cancer

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Cosmic tip: Take up space.

The only meaning of pain is that you feel deeply. And Sag, you don’t need to fix the pain—you simply need to heat what lies at the root of the pain. Be it your bones, your mind, or your emotions—the message remains the same. For way too long, you may have tried to fit into boxes that may have felt alien to you. And now you find your soul reacting to it. Your time now is to seek purpose in whatever you do. Learn, evolve, adapt, and move on. This is your mantra from now on.

Cosmic tip: Awaken your inner voice, and listen to it.

Slowness can be sacred, Capricorn. Haste is not a culture or your ability to move quicker or get more done. It is a distortion. Ever noticed a tree or looked at the stars and planets? They don’t move according to when others think it’s time for them to grow or move. They move simply when they are meant to move. They follow their own rhythms, and if that were disrupted, chaos would break loose in the entire ecosystem or solar system. What do you think makes you different?

Cosmic tip: Choose peace over validation. Your key to success lies there.

Come back to your body and breathe, Aquarius. It is time for rooted action, not simple wishful thinking. You have experienced something that may have felt radically eye-opening, almost like a spiritual awakening, where you cannot go back to sleep or unsee things. Now use this newly opened perspective and ability to bring out the joy you feel in doing things instead of the task you feel things feel like. Set healthy boundaries and ensure you assert them gently, but firmly. Specific message for some is to watch their health, specifically bloodwork, and get things in order.

Cosmic tip: You are not healing your circumstance, you are healing your lineage.

You’re not behind Pisces, you’re being asked to build better—with courage, valour and determination, but eyes full of dreams and a heart full of hope. Your guides remind you to make every move with utmost presence, not pressure. There are no timelines you are chasing, no adrenaline or dopamine hit you are following—just the simple knowledge and wisdom to set your eyes on your visions, work towards them with integrity and honesty, and watch them unfold. Use today’s vibrant energy to really ask for what you want and have the prowess to show up to claim it.

Cosmic tip: Refine. Simplify. Tune in.