Fashion & Styling

Too hot to handle? 5 easy hairstyles to keep you cool and chic

From sticky skin to a greasy scalp, the experience can feel tiresome if you have got long hair. But have no fear, as there are still ways you can look stunning in the heat, and feel fresh at the same time! Here are five gorgeous and simple hairstyles to pull off this summer.
6 July 2024, 06:15 AM

Behind the seams: A guide to styling gowns

A gown is not just a mere dress. It is a shining beacon of hope, of wishes that one has held dear in one’s heart since childhood. Most women will agree, the right outfit has a magnificent transforming effect on a person instantly.
1 July 2024, 06:16 AM

Fashion across continents: Fusing traditions of Bangladesh and Senegal

Faiza Ahmed of Manas and Senegalese designer Hadja Sata Seck unite for a unique fashion collaboration. The project features lungi sarees and motifs resonating with both cultures, including ‘car rapide’ minibuses and hilsa fish.
1 July 2024, 06:08 AM

Nike you can actually afford? Sneakerheads rejoice!

Nike's recent announcement to introduce $100-and-under sneakers worldwide has created excitement, especially in Dhaka for sneakerheads. This move not only makes premium footwear accessible to a broader audience, but also promises to uplift the streetwear scene in Bangladesh.
30 June 2024, 08:28 AM

Fantastic bras, body positivity and more: In conversation with Monoshita Ayruani

For the longest time, girls and women in Bangladesh have refrained from talking about their bodies…that too, in public. Long story short, breasts, bras, and lingerie have always been excluded from conversations.
27 May 2024, 07:17 AM

Tahmina Shaily’s vision: Transforming heirlooms and empowering communities with Shoilee

For Tahmina Shaily, jewellery carried a depth of significance that transcended generations and cultures, weaving together stories of love, heritage, and personal triumph. And thus, she founded “Shoilee” more than a decade ago, which has now blossomed into a thriving enterprise.
26 May 2024, 11:09 AM

Cherishing the vogue from the golden era

Recently, a web-series reminded us subtly about the importance of elegance, detailing, and the finesse of traditional cuts and embroidery in the way we used to dress.
26 May 2024, 10:56 AM

How a visionary artist transforms wood into treasured jewels

Wooden jewellery carries a certain charm, which you may not find in metals and gemstones. Artisans often utilise offcuts from furniture makers or fallen branches, ensuring that each piece contributes to a cycle of renewal and minimal waste. One such artist is Rial Sarker — the founder of Tukro Kath.
16 May 2024, 09:50 AM

Rent, lend, buy and repeat: Embracing circular fashion with Karama Kabir

Circular fashion, which promotes the reuse, recycling, and extended lifecycle of clothing is central to reducing the fashion industry's environmental impact. Starlet Style Studio not only exemplifies this sustainable model but also makes high fashion affordable and accessible.
13 May 2024, 07:19 AM

Beyond material value: The emotional connection to heirloom jewellery

There’s something special about heirlooms. More than their actual value the worth they hold with memories and sentiments is invaluable.
13 May 2024, 07:10 AM

Cool fashion tips to keep in mind for summer

When it comes to summer fashion, there is a special challenge: how to look stylish while being comfortable. The searing heat and humidity may make summer clothing choices difficult as the scorching sun can make your life unpleasant.
4 May 2024, 08:29 AM

Your ticket to effortless summer fashion

This heat is nobody’s friend. Every day, its unyielding intensity seems to be hitting everyone with equal fervour. In such weather, it is often prudent to think of comfort first and fashion later. But what If we told you that you could do both, without compromising on either?
29 April 2024, 04:30 AM

Hottest handbags to have and hold!

A bag is the best and easiest way to bring instant polish to your one’s look. From day to day, our moods vary, and the places we go to and just life in general are not the same. A reasonably stylish woman needs a couple of bags in her wardrobe that will cover all her sartorial grounds with flair. 
29 April 2024, 04:24 AM

Embracing slow fashion – A sustainable shift in our closets

In an era dominated by “fast fashion”, where clothing items are produced rapidly by mass-market retailers to meet the latest trends, the “slow fashion” movement presents a conscientious alternative. Slow fashion is about prioritising quality over quantity, focusing on sustainability, and making ethical choices that benefit the environment and society.
29 April 2024, 04:18 AM

Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Tati’ celebrates Bangladeshi weavers

If you are a devoted listener of Coke Studio Bangla, chances are you may not have missed its Season 3 opener, “Tati,” — a song that celebrates not just the music, but the very soul of Bangladeshi craftsmanship. Released under the creative direction of Shayan Chowdhury Arnob, the vocalists include Md Gonjer Ali, Oli Boy and the evergreen Jaya Ahsan.
14 April 2024, 14:22 PM

From sarees to Boho: Taking up sartorial challenges this Pahela Baishakh

While there is hardly anything as symbolic as hues of red and white for Pahela Baishakh, this year we are excited for something new, something different!
1 April 2024, 10:35 AM

Your Eid with a deshi twist

That blind obsession with the sartorial choices of Bollywood actresses and celebrities is a thing of the past; we have, at long last, come into our own.
1 April 2024, 10:23 AM

Choosing timeless loose-fitting wear for Eid and beyond

In recent years, there has been a remarkable shift in fashion trends towards more inclusive and diverse styles, particularly when it comes to comfortable wear.
28 March 2024, 09:05 AM

The thrill of thrift shopping

Thrift shopping — the latest buzzword in fashion — is not just about saving money or scoring a bargain; it’s about the eagerness to find a very lucrative fashion item.
28 March 2024, 08:55 AM

Flower magic!

People have held a perennial fascination for flowers. While most do not see its allure beyond beauty and fragrance, some have been known to be inexorably drawn to these natural marvels despite their apparent lack of functionality. The question is, why?
18 March 2024, 09:16 AM