Cotton Khadi

“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness?” – John Steinbeck. Winters are reminiscent of flamboyant weddings, time spent with loved ones, smoky barbeques, sipping on steamy hot chocolate, eating to your heart’s content knowing that your layers of clothing will do their best at camouflaging any tell-tale signs, and most of all the sheer enjoyment of dressing up in almost anything, any texture or colour. Winter is a great time to pull out whatever is in your wardrobe, mix and match and make a fashion statement. Layering is one way to stay warm and look stylish at the same time. Last time we discussed how to layer with different types of jackets. We do not always need jackets to create layering, especially for our Goan weather. Other items of clothing will also do the needful, and this is how. Button up shirt: A button up is a great way to keep warm without seeming too bulky. It also is a good replacement for a cardigan or sweater which

I love winter. Not only because it’s a respite from the sweaty hot months that predominate our country, but also because it’s the best time to experiment with our clothing and style. For me, dressing for cold winter days is all about figuring out how to stay warm and look stylish at the same time. I can make use of almost everything that is available in my wardrobe and have fun with it. It’s also a time I can wear my silks since silks are a bit uncomfortable to wear in the hotter months. Unfortunately, in Goa we do not have extreme temperatures like the Northern parts of India. So our dressing almost remains constant all through the year. However, the evenings can be pretty chilly and we may feel the need for some light layering. Layering is all about pairing different kinds of clothes together to create one cosy, bundled up, thrown-together look that seems effortless yet very fashionable. In theory, it’s pretty simple – add a cardigan over a tank top, or pair a dress wit

We have now entered the wedding season and love is in the air. Brides-to-be have probably dreamed of their perfect wedding day all their lives. They’ve found the prince of their dreams; it’s time to make it official. There’s going to be a party, and music, and good food, and wine, and dancing and the white dress. Oh Yes! The White dress! Every bride dreams of looking picture perfect on her big day, and the white wedding dress has a massive role to play in it. The white wedding dress has always been the hallmark of weddings in Goa. From the conservative to the bold and daring, we have seen all sorts of trends in wedding dresses emerge. Our wedding dresses are often inspired by western trends which are heavily influenced by those worn either by royalty, or by Hollywood celebrities. In ancient times, the clothing worn by queens and princesses influenced fashion trends. This applied to wedding dresses as well, which also reflected the bride’s social standing and indicated th

It is that time of the year when we celebrate some of India’s biggest festivals. After an exhilarating Navratri and Durga Puja, we now look forward to some Diwali Dhamaka! After all, who doesn’t like the festival of lights! The fashion trends this season are moving towards a comfortable and minimalistic look. Embroideries are kept to a bare minimum and bold jewellery is a great way to make a statement. Florals are the most sort after prints in ethnic wear. Opt for handloom fabrics, cottons, chiffons and silks. If you are going to light crackers yourself, make sure you wear fabrics like lightweight cottons or linens that are less susceptible to fire. Here are some style tips that can help brighten up your Diwali. Desi Design: If you want to go all desi this year, opt for pastel colours, minty greens, zesty orange or champagne gold. Ivory and gold is a classic combination. Asymmetric hemlines are a particular favourite this season. You can team asymmetric kurtis wit