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Men and Sarees
Men and their feminine muse are not unheard of. From poetry, to art, to high fashion, the muse has inspired many a creation too. While it’s easier to understand it as a fascination for women, the concept didn’t quite sit right with us when it came to these five men and their affair with women in…
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Sartorially Set: Scarlet Karva Chauth Look
For years, married woman have been fasting on the day of Karva Chauth for the long life and well-being of their husband. The revelry around this festival is such that it overshadows the trouble caused by the absence of food. The vast array of gifts, mother-in-law’s love in the form of sargi, delicacies, and the…
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Silken Threads: Romancing the Lustrous Kanjeevaram Saree
Distinguished by its wide contrast borders and rich motifs, a traditional Kanchipuram (or Kanjeevaram) saree is a sight to behold. Deriving its name from the town of its birth, a Kanchipuram weave has long been a treasure of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Located about 72km from Chennai, Kanchipuram gained eminence during the…
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Sartorially Set: Trendy Dandiya Night Look
Symbolizing victory of positivity over negativity, Navratri literally means ‘nine nights’ in Sanskrit. Amidst worshiping Goddesses Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati during this festival, the stylish set step out in embellished ghagras and cholis to dance to garba tunes. While all of the western Indian state of Gujarat erupts in the flavors of this festival and the dance, the…
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Sartorially Set: Classic Diwali Card-Party Look
Starting this week, we’re bringing you curated style guides to get Sartorially Set! For the first in Jaypore’s style guides, we bring the warm, generous, classic and welcoming Diwali Party look. Between hosting and attending Diwali Card parties, loose no time in struggling with your attire, accessory and makeup choices. We put together a cheat-sheet…
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Wrapped in Style
And it’s that time of the year again, when you can smell the festivity in the air! It is the birthday season (don’t you think this month is just packed with birthdays!), the festival season, the wedding season, the Diwali season… In short it’s the gifting season! Since buying a gift for loved ones is…
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On A Platter: Scrumptious Mushroom Tarts
When we’re not digging into a delectable treat, we’re certainly dreaming about one. And now the foodie that resides permanently in our hearts decided to break free! Introducing “On A Platter”, a new series for the experimental, seasoned and curious grub lovers. While we’re always searching for treasures to share with you, this time we’re…
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Home Diaries: An Enchanting Adventure
When September came knocking, we were invited by blogger Aradhana Anand to tour her gorgeous Delhi home. Before returning to India after nearly twelve years, Aradhana had begun re-decorating her room to create a space she could move back to and truly call her own. Our morning enthrallment began in the cosy corner where her sofa sits…
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Blue walls…
…blue walls, i notice not the messy room, the blue walls and the noise that scrambles out of my mouth and the… – …salty water that encases me like we’re on the beach, the yellow sand and the grey water, forgive me i say because you created all this, this mess… …and without intention i…
Storytellers of Wonder 