A peek at India’s athleisure boom

On any given morning, a quick scan of an airport terminal, a neighbourhood café, or even a co-working space reveals something changing in how India dresses. Leggings paired with oversized shirts, sports bras layered under blazers, joggers worn with crisp white sneakers — outfits that once belonged firmly inside gyms now move effortlessly through everyday…

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Aisha Rao on Inter-Hana for Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI: It takes six months for a collection to blossom

“I’ve seen a lot of black and white during my childhood. It’s ironic my label is known for its vibrant colours,” Aisha Rao says with a laugh. The Hyderabad-based designer recalls her parents, both lawyers, heading to court in their black robes. “My mother was textile-aware. She wore Kota and jamdani in muted tones for…

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Nutritionist says ‘carbs themselves are not bad’ and explains which to have

A nutritionist has clarified some common misunderstandings about healthy food and nutrition. She had some words to say about carbohydrates and sugars. Abby Coleman is a nutritionist who works with health and nutrition clinic The Edge. She spoke about four common beliefs about nutrition that are not entirely true. The first misunderstanding is that carbohydrates…

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