Category: Fashion

Naoroji, who was considered by many as the first lady of contemporary Indian fashion, passed away in Mumbai on Sunday night. Sujata Assomull speaks to industry stalwarts about her lasting legacy. This past Sunday, the Indian fashion industry lost one of its makers. Jeannie Naoroji, was choreographer, model whisperer and mentor to many in the… Continue reading Jeannie Naoroji, the woman who shaped the Indian fashion industry passes away at 96

Textile designer Ashdeen Z Lilaowala is excited. Reason? The Delhi-based designer, author and curator will be returning to his home city Mumbai with a free exhibition ‘The Breakfast Club’ in the first week of March this year. He tells us, “Being part of the Parsi community and having grown up in Mumbai, it always brings… Continue reading Ashdeen Exhibition Opens in Mumbai Today

Besides admiring the artistic craftsmanship and creative nuances, what comes to mind when we think of Gara and Zardozi- too expensive and rare, right?. Meet sisters and designer duo- Kainaz and Firoza who are not just reviving the historic craft but making them accessible to the millennials- who are so inclined towards western brands. Article… Continue reading Keeping the historic Parsi Gara alive

Threads too can tell a tale – catch the story of merchants, voyages and far off lands through the traditional Gara saris, of the Parsis in Tales & Trails.

The good-looking actor Freddy Daruwala tells SANDEEP HATTANGADI that it’s never about overdressing but all about casual flair How would you define fashion? What does it mean to you? Fashion means individualistic style that a person carries with a casual flair and without overdressing. It should be natural and not overdressing or playing to the… Continue reading Freddy, set, go!

Ashdeen’s floral bouquet takes its cue from Japan this season, as seen on Gara saris, blouses and kimonos There is a quality of depth to Ashdeen Lilaowala’s blooms that is only getting better with age. At 39, the textile designer has spent the last 15 years researching the legacy of the Parsi Gara, ancient techniques… Continue reading Journey of the Parsi petal with Ashdeen Lilaowala

Today is the official launch of Dhansak & Co. – the first Zoroastrian streetwear brand! The clothing brand includes premium quality, limited-edition t-shirts, hats and phone cases created by young Toronto-based Zoroastrians Tanya Hoshi and Anaheez Karbhari, featuring Zoroastrian images and cultural references. The business was first announced at the 7th World Zoroastrian Youth Congress… Continue reading DHANSAK & CO. – FIRST ZOROASTRIAN CLOTHING LINE OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES

How the self-chosen dress codes of Cornelia Sorabji gave her a distinguished persona like no other Cornelia Sorabji (1866-1954) was India’s first woman lawyer. Beyond that, she doesn’t fit easily into any one box. She was a tumble of cultures and ethnicities. “Controversial” is the label most often applied to her, but “woven” might be… Continue reading The Sari Closet of Cornelia Sohrabji, India’s First Female Lawyer