She’s beautiful. She’s flawless. She doesn’t need sleep, equal pay, or fair rights because she does not exist. Fashion’s new favorite muse is the perfect woman: no blemishes, […]
Ethics of Gender Pricing in Fashion
A Valentino embroidered butterflies sweatshirt retailed for as much as $2,450 (2,06,779.15 INR) for men and $3,290 (2,77,675.51 INR) for women in 2016: it’s a gap of $840 […]
Fashion’s Fine Line: Appreciation vs Appropriation
In 2018, Heidi Klum, known for her over-the-top Halloween costumes, crossed a line at her annual Halloween party. Her choice to dress as the Hindu goddess Kali wasn’t […]
From Couture to Common: How Luxury Labels Follow Fast Fashion’s Lead
Luxury fashion has traditionally been associated with exclusivity, craftsmanship, and timeless appeal, catering to a niche, affluent audience. These brands create high-quality, often handmade products, released in limited […]
Fashion in the virtual world: The negatives of going digital
In the midst of a digital frenzy, the fashion industry is losing its way – sacrificing craftsmanship, quality, and humanity on the altar of innovation and profit. Gucci’s […]
From Shadows to Spotlights: How Media is Reshaping LGBTQ+ Narratives in India
The LGBTQ+ community in India has been subjected to deep discrimination and social ostracism, largely due to the legacy of archaic, colonial-era laws imposed by the British Raj, […]
Fusion Futures: a look into the intervening global trends
Fusion culture has evolved from being a mere trend to becoming a fundamental aspect of modern life. It permeates our interconnected world and is visible everywhere, from fashion […]
India Sets Its Sights on Hosting the 2036 Olympics: Aspirations and Challenges Ahead
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed the country’s ambitious goal of hosting the Olympic Games by 2036. . Modi, while speaking at the event of the International […]
From Niche to Mainstream: The Rising Tide of Anime Culture in India
Anime, a unique form of animated series and films, primarily originates from Japan and stands out for its vibrant drawings and colourful illustrations. Manga, Japanese comics, or graphic […]
The feminist frame: feminism’s role in evolving female protagonists in South Korean cinema.
“There are plenty of people whose faces we know, but how many do we understand?” Kim Bora’s touching film “House of Hummingbird” (2018) effectively captures the inner life […]