Design Diva
In the nineteenth century, the hungry exploited and perpetually persecuted Kashmir artisans would remotely control the fashion streets of Paris. In the twenty-first century, the great-grandchildren of these artists have fanned out. Saima Bhat...
The Beach Pheran Party
The GenNext of non-resident Kashirmis is on a rediscovery route with focus on culture. Last month, a few young women from diverse professions took time to have a photo-shoot wearing Pherans, the long loose gowns...
Fashionable Journey
His dream is to reinvent Kashmiri traditional attires and make them fashionable again. Aabid Hussain talks to this young fashion designer from Pulwama about his journey
As a young boy Shahid Rashid Bhat, now 22,...
Following Heart
Instead of following the obvious he chose to follow his heart. Aabid Hussain tells his story
On December 21, 2016, Tabish Gulzar, 22, travelled to Delhi hoping to make a career in modelling. The journey...
Hair to Stay
For this smart-phone generation the world is just a click away, literally. So are the latest trends in hairstyles. Aakash Hassan tries to understand what inspires the new generation when it comes to grooming
It...
Fashionable Walk
The decision to open a multi-brand showroom after earning an MBA in UK met resistance from friends and family. But Adnan, a part-time model, was focused. Heena Muzzafar tells his story
When Adnan Ahmad Shah,...
Couture Pakistan
Anything with made in Pakistan tag sells like hot-cakes in Kashmir. Reason: The cultural, geographical, and religious affinity that valley shares with the people across the border. Mohammad Raafi reports the method behind the...
Freeze Fashion
In the winter monotony, Saima Bhat sees designers and markets unleashing the talent to suit the TV-fed trendy generation, obviously women first
In February 2012 fashion designer Manish Malhotra made a statement when one of...
Styling Secrets
He started chasing his dreams from a young age. The chase took him to Mumbai and back. Finally, he is a proud owner of Srinagar’s stylish salon. Saima Rashid reports
If groomed properly Kashmiris can...
Designer Dreams
Located in the busy lanes of Srinagar’s old city Mahjooba Abaya has clientele spread across continents. The designer duo sisters tell Sehar Qazi how they realised their dream of transforming traditional Abayas into a...
Kaftan Kraze
Thanks to stylish Kaftans, girls in Kashmir have found a way to stay both fashionable and modest. Aanisa Maqbool finds out how Kaftan is changing more than just our dressing sense
At the onset of...
Pheran goes ‘Phoren’
Ever since the Mughals vanquished Kashmir, Pheran has survived as part of Kashmir's identity. Now it is a grand mix of Amritsari woollens, Bengali stitching and Bihari embroidery. But they have succeeded in bringing...
Pheran is Back
From traditional wear to keep oneself warm during winters to a fashion statement, Pheran has come a long way. Rahiba R Parveen, reports the trend that has brought Pheran back into the limelight
Its half...
All That Shines
As the traditional silver jewelry was gradually replaced by the trendier, more valuable gold ornaments, Kashmiri goldsmiths are forced to stay up dated. Saima Bhat takes a look how rupees 100 crore annual gold market reacts to...
A Glamorous Start
Next time you visit Mumbai you will be welcomed by a Kashmiri face! Amir Yaseen, a young model from Hyderpora, is the new face of C&S denims, who adores large hoardings on rooftops across...