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Behind the Label | Aish

March 20, 2013

Enter the whimsical world of Aish. Founder Nupur Goenka created a place where the ancient Indian techniques of weaving and embroidery create scarves, shawls and sarongs with unique contemporary style. Enter the whimsical world of Aish. Founder Nupur Goenka created a place where the ancient Indian techniques of weaving and embroidery  create  scarves, shawls and sarongs with unique contemporary style.       What inspired you to create your collection?  ...

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Gem Palace

March 15, 2013

The Gem Palace is a centuries-old mecca for antique jewels in the heart of Jaipur. Established by the Kasliwal family in 1852, the Gem Palace is just as regal as its name suggests. The Kasliwal's once served as court jewelers for Indian Maharaja?s. The Gem Palace is a centuries-old mecca for antique jewels in the heart of Jaipur. Established by the Kasliwal family in 1852, the Gem Palace is just...

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Gayatri Devi

March 15, 2013

An international beauty whose passion for girls? education was just as impressive as her royal lineage, Gayatri Devi was the most prolific woman in Jaipur during her lifetime. Born Princess Gayatri Devi of Cooch Behar, she enjoyed a privileged childhood of parties, servants, horses and travel. An international beauty whose passion for girls? education was just as impressive as her royal lineage, Gayatri Devi was the most prolific woman in...

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Vogue India presents Project Renaissance

March 15, 2013

In celebration of our fifth anniversary, we orchestrated a unique collaboration between two sartorial worlds. We journeyed across the country in search of exquisite handcrafted textiles, and invited some of the biggest international labels to mould them into something inspiring, something momentous. What you see in the following pages is a sublime tribute to the historical, social and mythical magic of the Indian warp and weft. Vogue takes you on...

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Behind the Label | Masala Tee

March 08, 2013

Noelline Besson and Sheikha Mattar-Jacob met in India and soon decided to brew their own form of Masala tea?by creating a collection of eco-friendly t-shirts that celebrate India?s unique culture. Each Masala tee is crafted from sustainable cotton and stamped with an image of a traditional or fictional Indian character. Noelline Besson and Sheikha Mattar-Jacob met in India and soon decided to brew their own form of Masala tea?by creating...

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Behind the Label | Beach Candy

February 14, 2013

A former Londoner, Sophie Paget Steavenson took a jaunt to India in 2008 and instantly became enchanted with the country?s rich cultural history. Inspired by India?s vibrant traditional patterns and colors, Sophie moved to Mumbai leaving behind her career as a homeopathic practitioner in favor of a new pursuit?creating a luxe accessories and resortwear label called Beach Candy. Handcrafted and ethically produced, Beach Candy?s boldly printed kaftans and maxi dresses...

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City Secrets | Unique Escapes in India

February 12, 2013

If living in a heritage home is your idea of luxury, then head to Gratitude, a 19th-century French colonial mansion that was restored by the Pondicherry chapter of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage, a non-profit organisation dedicated to heritage conservation. In September 2010, after the three-year restoration, the family-owned home was re-opened as a guesthouse that favours writers and artists looking for a quiet retreat. The...

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Six Ways To Wear a Silk Scarf

January 17, 2013

Silk scarves have been around for decades. We often forget that this simple silk square can actually morph into a variety of must-have fashion looks that will take up little space in a carry-on. Watch as we show you six savvy ways to wear a simple silk scarf. Silk scarves have been around for decades. We often forget that this simple silk square can actually morph into a variety of...

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Play Clan Pops up at The Kochi-Muziris Biennale!

December 26, 2012

If you?re aching for an escape from the somber hues of winter, the dazzling pop-color brights of the contemporary artwork at India?s Kochi-Muziris Biennale exhibition will instantly lift you out of your seasonal haze. Held in Kochi, Kerala, the show is a collection of the works of talented artists from around the globe. If you?re aching for an escape from the somber hues of winter, the dazzling pop-color brights of...

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Behind the Label | 1701

December 04, 2012

Mumbai-based accessories label 1701 is truly a global venture?co-founders Karishma Jhalani and Ashwin Jain design handcrafted, ultra-chic camera cases inspired by the exotic locales they visit. Their hand-beaded, lace-covered, and fur-and-leather wares are a direct reflection of their travels, as they dream up their designs according to the highlights of their journeys?coastlines, clothing, and cabanas are just a few. Their recent collections have been fueled by the sights of such...

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