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A New York-based hair stylist, Ichikawa began his career by working at a salon. He then moved to London to work with the acclaimed Sam McKnight. His skills have styled models across magazine, fashion, and beauty shoots. He has also worked with celebr

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Stylist Tanya Vohra talks about her new fashion venture, CLAD, which focuses on Indian grooms and their families Brides Today: How did the idea of CLAD come about? Tanya Vohra: Before my engagement, my husband’s family reached out to me to help them

Designer Saroj Jalan’s Spring 2020 line fuses heritage and art with contemporary details. Her latest collection, Banji, is an ode to the gypsies of India. Choose from embroidered coats, fitted churidars, and panelled skirts in rich, dusty tones to cr

Splurging on extravagant wedding clothing may be a distant reality now, but that shouldn’t stop you from wearing your favourite designer’s outfit. The solution lies in renting the look. Here are three such websites that you can consider when dressing

“WE WERE INTRODUCED IN 2013, AT THE FIRST MEETING OF OUR FILM FUKREY. HE ENTERED THE ROOM AND DID A PULL-UP ON THE DOOR PANEL. I THOUGHT HE WAS ODD. HE SAYS HE DID IT, ‘TO BE COOL!’” - RICHA “WE WERE AT A PROMOTIONAL EVENT FOR FUKREY WHEN I SAW A TAL

WHAT IS IT? No bridal trousseau is complete without a polki set. Made of unfinished natural diamonds, this craft celebrates the stone in its rawest form. HOW IS IT DIFFERENT FROM KUNDAN? The two look quite similar and use some of the same crafting te

When you curl up with a book or make some chai, try to slow down and enjoy the exercise. Suzy Reading, a chartered psychologist based in the United Kingdom and author of Self Care for Tough Times says, “The simplest way to build the mindfulness muscl

Kay Beauty, the makeup brand launched by Katrina Kaif, is doing its bit in helping with the COVID-19 relief efforts with a monetary contribution to De’haat Foundation. Founded by Vrundan Bawankar in 2018, the foundation was started to support single

1. WHAT’S THE ONE PIECE OF BEAUTY ADVICE YOU HAVE FOR BRIDES ON THEIR WEDDING DAY? FEEL EVERY EMOTION, TRUST EVERYTHING YOU DO, AND LIVE EVERY MOMENT TO THE FULLEST. 2. TELL US ABOUT YOUR MAKEUP BRIDAL MAKEUP LOOK. MY WEDDING WAS A CLOSE-KNIT AFFAIR

You’ve taken every precaution to ensure a flawless and radiant complexion on your wedding day. But what about the skin on the rest of your body? An equally rigorous beauty routine is a must for silky legs and firm arms. Whether you’re exchanging vows

it's the last few weeks until your big day, and the excitement (and hectic schedule) is at its peak. It’s natural to panic and wonder if you will meet your wedding fitness goals—but resist the urge to start a new diet or exercise plan. Instead, keep

Dr Jamuna Pai, celebrity dermatologist, recommends these simple DIY masks that could help you banish those pesky skin problems. Achieving even-toned skin is not impossible. These masks are a start—they help brighten your skin and reduce pigmentation.

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Add a unique touch to your trousseau by including a mekhela chador from Assam. This traditional handloom dress is made from Muga silk and was gifted to visitors to the royal court during the Ahom Dynasty. Designer Sanjukta Dutta is giving this garmen

Old meets new Our love story began a little after we graduated high school and culminated in a romantic proposal in a Chicago hotel in 2017. I travelled to India just before the wedding to shop for my outfits and was so inspired. I knew I wanted the

The last thing you want as your wedding gift is something you don’t need or can’t use. A great solution to this problem is to opt for a wedding registry. It lets you pre-decide what you want and share the list with your guests. And it makes life easi

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A Delhi-based NIFT graduate, Bhagat has successfully handled over 300 big-scale weddings in just over five years. From budget planning to entertainment, his team will create the perfect setting for you. An additional bonus? They also host private eve

With over 25 years of culinary expertise, Saltt Catering offers a range of Indian cuisines—Goan, Hyderabadi, Kashmiri, and Gujarati—as well as international delicacies. Director Samir Gogai provides vegan and gluten-free options, alongside savoury Mu

Amit Mahyavanshi’s versatility—his discography boasts deep house, tech house, rock, retro, EDM, hip-hop, RnB, bollywood, self-composed tunes—together with his use of the saxophone makes him a hot favourite. “I use it as an accessory to Motown, funk a

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