Cotton Khadi

With the arrival of the monsoons, our wardrobe undergoes some reshuffling, wherein thicker clothing gets swapped for light weight garments. Putting clothes in storage keeps them safe until you're ready to wear them again. What you need to keep in mind is that the high levels of humidity during these four months of monsoons can be detrimental to our clothes if not stored properly. Mould, mildew, humidity, insects and pests are some of our main concerns. Follow these few useful tips to preserve your clothes and keep them looking fresh season after season. Always clean clothes before storing. Lingering oils from deodorants and perfumes, and perspiration can discolour fabric over time. Food stains will attract moths. Do not iron with starch; bugs love it. Make sure to check the wash care label of the garment you intend to store whether it is meant to be dry cleaned, hand washed or machine washed. Never machine wash a garment that is meant to be dry cleaned. Washing and

When I think of monsoons in Goa, I get a warm and fuzzy feeling as I reminisce about the smell of wet earth during the first rains, the pitter-patter of raindrops against the tiled rooftops, the cleansing of the dusty leaves on the trees and a general feeling of rejuvenation. Rain can be fun in so many ways- splashing around in puddles, going for a hike in the backwoods, movie marathons or devouring hot pakodas with chai while watching the rain fall from a warm cosy place. However, it can be a nightmare when it comes to getting from one place to another during a heavy downpour while you are required to look chic and dry when you reach your destination. Here are a few tips on what to wear during the rainy season so you stay comfortable and stylish at the same time. Colours: A dark and cloudy day can make one feel gloomy. Beat the dull and grey weather with bright colours such as reds, yellows, oranges, blues and greens. Avoid wearing whites at all cost since no matter ho