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Celebrities create installation art for the Chivas exhibition

On 16 March, Chivas, for the third consecutive year, hosted an exhibition in Delhi that featured installation pieces created by  five experts from the...

‘I have always loved the everyday aspects of history’

Charles Spencer belongs to one of Britain’s most illustrious royal families. He speaks to Swati Singh about his writing career, his history books and...

Ritu Kumar: Threads of tradition

Having completed 50 years in the industry, designer Ritu Kumar has not just witnessed India’s fashion scene evolve, but has played an active part...

Design takeaways from the Paris Fashion Week 2019

The 2019 edition of Paris Fashion Week came to a close on 5 March. The nine-day fashion extravaganza, which began on 25 February, showcased...

Understated elegance at the Milan Fashion Week 2019

Every fashion week has its own uniquely local vibe and spirit. If the New York Fashion Week is well-known for its commercial appeal, and...

ID 2019 presents the best in modern home décor designs

The seventh edition of India Design ID, an exhibition that features the best of luxury designs from India and around the globe, opened on...

From photography to fitness, Richa Maheshwari is setting new records

Richa Maheshwari is an award-winning fashion photographer whose name is in the Limca Book of Records. She set a world record not in the field...

Ethical fashion and ethnic wear at the LFW forefront

The recently concluded Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2019 had designers from across the country showcasing new styles and setting new trends on the ramp....

Vijender Singh: Fighting spirit 

Vijender Singh made his debut in pro boxing with a fight in Manchester in 2015. A fight he won decisively. Ever since, he has...

When designers collaborate with leading beauty brands

Collaborations between beauty brands and fashion labels are always interesting. These days, this is becoming quite the trend in India. Just as top designers...

Professional wear solutions by leading fashion brands

Acing the 9-to-5 style game can be a little tricky, especially in the winter season. So for those looking to overhaul their office wear, Guardian 20 has...

Food Review: TBC is modelled on the pubs of Britain

The Bar Company (TBC), a newly-launched venue in  Noida, is located on the second floor of the Garden Galleria Mall. It is an artfully created...

Veteran artisans honoured at special Red Fort event

On 5 January, the Ministry of Textiles and Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) jointly organised “Artisan Speak”, a one-of-its-kind event that showcased India’s magnificent...

‘Regional films have all the flavours of India’

Actor Vivek Dahiya is known for starring in many shows on the small screen. Currently he is seen on StarPlus’s fantasy thriller show Qayamat Ki Raat. He...

Fashion designers look back on a year full of hits & misses

We are ready to ring in the New Year, but before we bid adieu to 2018 let us have a look back at the...

Here’s some holiday spirit for your winter wardrobe

Now that your wardrobe is equipped with winter essentials, it is time to update the party wear and prepare yourself for the Christmas and...

Restoring the old Varanasi weave to its original glory

A Mumbai-based handloom revivalist and designer, Smriti Morarka has been working tirelessly to promote Benaras’ rich tradition of weaves through her brand Tantuvi. Her...

Shilpa Shetty: Return to form

Actor, producer and now a well-regarded health coach, Shilpa Shetty has been a part of the entertainment industry for more than two decades and...

Collaborative design is the latest trend in fashion

Two for the price of one. This phrase carries obvious appeal for consumers of fashion. But these days, designers are also opening up to...

How brands can graduate to the premium segment

What makes a brand a luxury brand? There are many ingredients that go in the making of a luxury brand. Product and skills are...

‘I want to make movies that are demanding’

Director Abhishek Kapoor is all set for the release of his film Kedarnath, starring Sushant Singh Rajput and debutante Sara Ali Khan, on 7...

This 12-year-old’s school project offers a blueprint for cleaning up the oceans

The plight of marine life and the deleterious effects of ocean dumping are among the big issues that the 12-year-old Haaziq Kazi has thought...

Food Review: A customised dining experience in Delhi

The HolyBelly Chef’s Table provides a dining experience unlike any other in the city. It’s a space that accommodates four people, but offers endless...

Luxury for all: Key to success is inclusivity

The fashion and design firms in India, through their features and respective USPs, are trying to reach out to niche buyers internationally. A special...

‘We must preserve our artisanal legacy of skills’

Addressing the audience at Friday’s Luxury Symposium 2018 in Delhi, the Union Minister for Minority Affairs, Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that India is a...

Food is a great way to discover cultures: Chef Carlo

Q. You started your career as a chef in Milan. Tell us about your professional journey.  A. I was born in Vicenza and attended the...

‘Doing Mirzapur was a different experience’

Amazon Prime’s gangster drama Mirzapur became the talk of the town even before its premiere on 16 November. Actors Ali Fazal and Rasika Dugal, who feature...

Top footwear brands are turning environment-savvy

Sustainable fashion isn’t just about the garments. These days, footwear manufacturers are also trying to gain a foothold in this eco-friendly fashion sector. Such...

Man behind brand RR sets up design school in Jaipur

Indian designer Raghavendra Rathore, who is credited with bringing the classic bandhgala back into men’s wardrobes, recently showcased the latest line from his menswear...

Café, fine-dining and club vibes at one venue

Delhi is on its way to embracing revolutionary changes in gastronomic and nightlife trends. Located in Janpath, a little far from Connaught Place, Moonshine...

Celebrating the power of womanhood at Women of Steel Summit & Awards

iTV Network’s “NewsX Women of Steel Summit and Awards”, held in the national capital on 18 October, was all about celebrating the power of...

Shades from Denmark meet colours from the Northeast

Copenhagen-based and Arunachal Pradesh-born fashion designer, Nixon Bui showcased the Spring/Summer 2019 collection for his eponymous label, NIXONBUI, at the residence of the Ambassador...

Actor, producer Chitrangda Singh awarded at the food conclave

Chitrangda Singh, whose latest film Baazaar has just released, was also present at the NewsX-The Sunday Guardian Food Conclave, hosted at The Oberoi, Delhi,...

Top chefs discuss food management

A session entitled “Top Chefs: Food for Thought”, during the NewsX-TSG Food Conclave brought forward interesting viewpoints on sustainability. Moderated by Ruchira Hoon, bakery partner &...

What your wardrobe now needs is a festive overhaul

The festive season has just started and so has the time to play with the latest fashion trends. Each occasion requires a special outfit...

Emerging designers take centre stage at LMIFW ’19

The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), organised the Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week (LMIFW)— showcasing a fresh line of Spring/ Summer designs by...

Food Review: Inspired by traditional English pubs and bars

I Sacked Newton is a newly opened traditional English pub and bar in Noida. Featuring interpretation of an English pub, it brings the best...

MxS is aimed at buyers who are 100% fashion-forward 

Designer Monisha Jaising and Shweta Bachchan Nanda launched a new label, called MxS, in the first week of September. This was among the most exciting...

‘Young designers must make radical fashion statements’

Suruchi Khanna, a Delhi-based designer, owns Sanaa Furnishing, a home decor brand, and of Sanaa Couture, a high-end clothing line. She started pursuing her...

A treat for gastronomes at Delhi-NCR food festivals

Food lovers in Delhi are always on the lookout for scrumptious food. Now they can savour the rich flavours of authentic dishes from around...

‘I will accept roles that excite and challenge me’

Television actress Divyanka Tripathi, who shot to fame with the show Banoo Main Teri Dulhan in 2006, speaks to Guardian 20 about her fruitful...

An Equal Music

Pandit Rajan and Pandit Sajan Mishra are part of the most successful and popular double act in the history of Hindustani classical music. The...

Food Review: Authentic biryanis at your doorstep by BBK

When any one talks about Biryani, the first thing that comes to my mind is its tempting aroma and taste. It’s hard for anyone...

Handloom weave & natural colours as style ingredients

Indian designer Purvi Doshi is best known for using hand-woven textiles and organic colours in her designs. The Ahmedabad-based designer, who unveiled her “Sugar...

Yes Madam: A cost effective beauty service at your home

Yes Madam, a beauty services app, it is an exclusive platform that provides doorstep beauty services. Targeting today’s busy women, urging them to pamper...

Sustainable fashion and vintage designs at LFW ’18

In its 18th year now, Lakmé Fashion Week (LFW) is all set to unveil a promising line-up of shows, designs and ideas at its...

Fusing traditional crafts with contemporary design

In this era of fast fashion and high-end labels, there are a handful of designers who are drawing from our ancient Indian heritage, craftsmanship...

Top designers are beginning to take menswear seriously

Men, by and large, are believed to be much more conservative about fashion than women. We might blame them for their “boring” choices but...

Food Review: An eclectic assortment of modern delicacies

Food is not just about taste, it’s an experience. Nestled in the heart of Delhi, Connaught Place, The Imperial Spice has launched with a...

Swarovski’s confluence with leading jewellery designers

Swarovski Confluence, a collaborative jewellery design project undertaken by Swarovski in association with leading Indian designers, celebrated its second anniversary in Delhi earlier this...

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