When it comes to bridal fashion ‘traditional or contemporary?’ is a question every modern bride-to-be must ask herself. Culture and religion play a big role in this decision. Imagine the dilemma when you are culturally hybrid (like me). Do I…
Rami Kadi – Un Souffle d’Orient
Paris Haute Couture Week wrapped up last week in Paris and showcased the Fall/Winter 2014 – 2015 collections by the crème de la crème from the Parisian fashion scene. I am a great admirer of Lebanese designers and my favorite…
Malini Ramani: A Magical Blend of East and West
From runway to red-carpet – The hottest runway looks hit the red carpet every year during the Oscars and last night was no exception. My favorite of the night is a modest look worn by Camila Alves. She wore a…
TAIKA by Poonam Bhagat: The Art World meets Fashion
A friend told me to look into a brand called TAIKA, by Indian designer Poonam Bhagat. I was pleasantly surprised when I reviewed her collections. You might not know this about me, but I am a big art fan and…
The oriental journey: Hybrid culture and fashion
If it wasn’t for colonialism I probably wouldn’t be here today. Before people start to object, I am obviously not trying to justify any of the cruelty that came along with the process of colonialism, but am simply telling you…