Ruman Baig

Junior Digital Editor

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Novotel Gets A Second Outpost In Mumbai And It’s Perfect To Unwind and Relax

An infinity pool and a bar. Couldn't ask for more

Bhanu Athaiya: Sketched In Memory

Oscar-winner costume designer Bhanu Athaiya has left behind an unparalleled legacy of work. Ruman Baig spends an evening uncovering it

ELLE Cover Star: Alia Bhatt: The Ace Of Spades

Alia Bhatt talks to Ruman Baig about motherhood, building a business from scratch and how, even a decade later in the industry, she is still a student at heart

Class On Netflix Bravely And Unabashedly Dives Into the Social, Economical & Political Issues Plaguing The Country

Class is now in session

Gaurav Gupta’s Debut Paris Couture Week Presentation Was All Guts & Glory

"What's more prestigious is making it to the calendar with such icons on the side."

Is Shock Value The Only Way To Stand Out At Fashion Weeks?

Couture sans the drama is still couture

ELLE’s Top 5 Picks From Rahul Mishra’s Paris Couture Week Spring/Summer 2023 Collection

The master couturier deep dives into the world of 'cosmos' creating celestial magic

Art On Scarves: Keeping A Family’s Heritage Alive

Artist Darshana Shilpi Rouget of Alba Amicorum on the reinterpretation of her father’s historical works

Wednesday Has Been Renewed For Season 2 And Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Gomez's little deathtrap is all set to return for season 2

Farm To Fashion: Good Fashion Fund’s Investment Accelerates Sustainability Initiatives At Prathiba Syntex

The future of fashion is conscious and slow paced

Golden Globes 2023: From Classics To Contemporary, Understated Glamour Was The Mood On The Red Carpet

Zendaya was sorely missed

The Louis Vuitton X Yayoi Kusama Collaboration Is The Perfect Amalgamation Of Art And Fashion

Bringing joy back in fashion

5 Homegrown Formal Wear Labels To Build Your Capsule Wardrobe From Scratch

Basic but definitely not boring

ELLE Exclusive: Costume Designer Marylin Fitoussi Decodes The Wildly Polarising Fashion Of Emily In Paris Season 3

Let the binge watch for fashion cough Gabriel cough begin!

ELLE Exclusive: Pranav Kriti Misra On A Decade Of Weaving Stories Through Huemn About Humans

"I feel that Huemn today is more of a fraternity-driven platform than a brand-led only by my solo vision. It's a very democratic space."

Dress Over Pants: Is There A Stylish Way Of Wearing It Sans The Y2K Nostalgia?

Katie, we need a minute to recover

Hooded Gowns Have Dethroned The Naked Dress And Have Emerged As 2022’s Winning Red Carpet Trend

It's the reverse naked dress trend

10 On-Screen Golden Retriever Boyfriends That Make Us Repulse The Bad Boys

Ladies, don't settle for less

H&M’s Latest Collection Explores The Fluidity Of Fashion In The Physical and Digital World

Better make it meta

If You Like All 50 Shades OF Black, Wednesdaycore Courtesy Wednesday Addams Is Made For You

Welcome to the we-don't-hug-and-perpetually-look-murderous club!

JJ Valaya On Designing Costumes For Queen Ramonda In Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

"We are all about craftsmanship which is why Ruth came to us. She recognised that we have a skill, which is unique."

Rimzim Dadu X FabAlley Is Where Couture Meets Contemporary

"The collection should be able to translate Rimzim’s signature into a commercial and affordable line that appeals to the millennial Indian woman."

#ELLEExclusive: Karishma Swali On moonray’s First-Ever Limited-Edition Evening Wear Collection

"With this collection, we truly indulge our flair for luxe and embellishments, proposing a sense of glamour without detracting from comfort."

The Return Of ‘Heroin Chic’ Is Horrifying And Does A Great Disservice To The Body Positivity Movement

It's infuriating!

5 Times Rihanna Was Tone-Deaf, Culturally Inappropriate And Almost Anti-Feminist In Her Approach

Rihanna's Move to cast Johnny Depp In The Savage X Fenty Show Was Tone-Deaf And Anti-Feminist

Love Is Blind Season 3 Is A Dumpster Fire. Superficial Relationships, Problematic Men, This Is The Worst Of Reality TV

Uncomfortable and painful to watch

#ELLEExclusive: Anushree Reddy On Her First Flagship Store In Mumbai

"We have created an entirely new bridal collection exclusively for Mumbai."

Love The Prada Loafers? Here Are 8 Alternatives That Won’t Break The Bank

Loaf At First Sight

10 Indian Wear Designers To Add To Your Radar This Wedding Season

Ladies, bookmark it please!

10 Homegrown Bag Labels That Are Tote(s) Worth The Investment

Bringing back the big bag energy!

#ELLEExclusive: Louis Vuitton’s India Capsule Collection Is An Ode To The Country’s Spirit Of Celebration

Rani Pink over Barbiecore

Masaba Gupta: The Wearer Of Many Hats

World domination seems almost too easy now

Diwali, Diaspora And The Battle Of The Desi Designers

No more ill-fitted blouses and oddly falling lehengas

Amit Aggarwal’s ‘ONYX’ For Lakmé Fashion Week Celebrates The ‘Grey’ Of Life

"People look at us as the label that brings in a lot of theatre to fashion, which is true, but we don't want to be defined by that."

Rajesh Pratap Singh’s Grand Finale Was A Master Class In Understated Luxury

Uncomplicating fashion, one collection at a time

Why Anamika Khanna’s Opening AK-OK Show for Lakmé Fashion Week Was A Cultural Reset

Reason 101 why Anamika Khanna is a fashion disruptor

Shahab Durazi Returns To The Ramp After 12 Years, Makes A Strong Case For Relevance Of Timelessness

"Until recently, I wasn't even on social media. My friends and even contemporaries like JJ Valaya and Tarun Tahiliani coerced me into coming on the platform."

#ELLEExclusive: Nykaa Fashion Partners With Globally Renowned E-Tailer Revolve

"The idea was to work out a system where Nykaa fashion plays the mediator for our consumers, helping them shop in a seamless manner."

Nimish Shah On Infusing Mythology In Bhaane’s Autumn/Winter 2022 Collection

"People coming to Bhaane aren't looking for trendy or cool outfits in the market. They shop here to discover and question where these clothes are made and why is it made like this."

Bella Hadid ‘ATE’ Fashion Week And We Can’t Be Convinced Otherwise

Model of the moment for a reason

Top 5 Sartorial Moments From Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 23

Yes, we're definitely skipping D&C

Vaishali S Decodes ‘Ancestral Threads’ At Milan Fashion Week S/S23

"My mission is to revive Indian hand weaves by giving them a language that can be understood"

Whether It’s Pro Or Anti Hijab, Patriarchal Policing Of Women’s Right To Choose Continues

Respectfully, every woman ever!

5 Reasons Why London Fashion Week Is Creatively Edgier Than The Other Capitals

The land of the non-conformists

Ridhi Mehra x Indya Blends Festivity With Functionality & Affordability

This festive season, indulge into some dreamy vintage silhouettes without burning a hole in your pocket

Papa Don’t Preach Launches Rainbow Labels To Dismantle Stigma Around Size

"Whether it's the change in labels or not budging on the fat-tax system, it's a step in the right direction."

Mayyur Girotra On Taking The Centre Stage At The First Ever South Asian New York Fashion Week

"Every piece has a story to be told, whether it's been picked from frescoes or the facade of tangible and intangible heritage."

Stop The Press. Here Are Our Picks For The Top 5 Fashion Moments From NYFW S/S23

Designer Kanika Goyal On Returning To NYFW And Presenting Her Latest Collection ‘Starseed’

"I am a storyteller first, and I cannot design something unless I feel authentic about it."

Venice Film Festival 2022: Fashion’s Finest On The Red Carpet This Season

Armani Prive and Valentino are front-running this season1

From Disney Princess To Red Carpet Queen: Zendaya’s Style Evolution Is One For The Books

Unafraid, bold and always hits the bull's eye!

Hilton Goa Resort Pays Homage To The ‘Poder Culture’ with Poder Chronicles

Breaking bread!

Ashdeen Lilaowala On His Homecoming, Preserving Zorastrian Culture And The Demand For Gara Beyond The community

"Gara is more than a technique, it's an aesthetic"

5 Movies & Shows That Showcased Grief In A Hauntingly Beautiful Way

There is no permanent closure to grief but there can be timely departures

You Didn’t Think It Was Possible But Sima Taparia Was Even More Regressive & Annoying In Indian Matchmaking Season 2

PSA: Get back on the apps

Move Over Emerald & Teal, Celebrities Are Currently All About Highlighter And Avocado Green

Eat your greens, but wear them too

8 Celeb-Inspired Raksha Bandhan Fits To Upgrade Your Festive Wear Game

Pro tip: go for pocketed ensembles to fill them up with cash

5 Lesser-Known Weaves You Will Treasure As Family Heirlooms On National Handlooms Day

Move beyond the Benarasi and Jamdani!

The Jet-Setting Life Of Hollywood Celebrities Is Affecting The Climate And The Backlash Is Justified

The unglamorous truth behind the aspirational lives of celebrities

Indian Couturiers Continue To Ignore Size Inclusivity On The Ramp. What Will It Take To Move The Needle?

Read the room

Nachiket Barve On Winning The national Award And Prioritising Authenticity Over Opulence

"There's a misconception, that if it's a period film, it’ll be over the top, which is not true. Look at Gandhi, done by the legendary Bhanu Athaiya, for which she won an Academy Award.

5 Times Bollywood Celebrities Swapped The Classic LBD For Bold Black Dresses

Basic may now take a backseat

Tarun Tahiliani On Changing Times And Evolving The Course Of Couture

I think that's a fundamental difference. Women are becoming more and more emancipated. Their sense of identity is not from decoration.”

The Blurring Lines Between Art And Fashion At That Antiquepiece

That Antiquepiece embodies fashion as a wearable art form

5 Times Meghan Markle Stole Sartorial Inspiration From Her Iconic Suits Character Rachel Zane

Ekaya’s ‘Project Second Chance’ For It’s 10th Anniversary Is A Masterclass On Circular Fashion

A treasure trove of textiles

#ELLEExclusive: Kunal Rawal On Moulding Menswear & Masculinity In India For 15 Years

"In India, fashion was caged for a long time—especially with menswear"

Paris Haute Couture Week 2022: ELLE Picks The Top 7 Fashion Moments

Back to the future!

Selena Gomez’s Complete On-screen Style Evolution: From Quirky Disney Teenager To True Crime Enthusiast

If this makes you feel old, time to add retinol to your skincare regime

Paris Couture Week Fall 2022: Gilded Glamour Was The Mood For Rahul Mishra

’The Tree of Life' is a manifestation of nature’s abundance and a celebration of it's complex beauty

8 Rainy Day Essentials to Add To Your Cart This Monsoon

When it rains, it pours

4 Times Mindy Kaling Changed The Game For Women On And Off Screen

"Who am I? I am Kelly Kapoor the business b*tch"

Crystals Or Chainmail: What’s Your Party Girl Vibe?

All that glitters is not gold

5 Ways To Ace Your Workwear Ft. Hailey Bieber

Justin Bieber And 5 Other Celebrities Who Have Been Open About Their Battles With Chronic Illnesses

Celebrities, they're just like us

From Sonam, Shay To Shanina: Rihanna’s Maternity Style Has Everyone Inspired

You show them how it's done Mamas!

LUX* South Ari Atoll in Maldives Is A Solar Powered Paradise For Eco-Conscious Travellers

Stare but you never get your fill

Iman Vellani On Becoming Ms Marvel, The First Muslim Female Superhero And The Newest Star Of The MCU

"It's really important to show the younger audiences that children of immigrant parents can be proud of their culture and fit in with the rest of the crowd—these two aspects aren't mutually exclusive."

A Beach Vacation Can Be Daunting For Those With Body Image Issues. Here’s How You Can Be More Confident

Embrace the skin you're in

What Happened When The Phenomenon Of Demna’s Balenciaga Took Over The Big Apple

It's Demna's world, we're just living in it

10 Celebrity Brides Who Ditched The Conventional Wedding Attire For Their Big Day

They are not regular brides, they are cool brides

Is Drama The Default Fashion Memo For Indian Celebrities At Cannes?

Fashion, but make it a 3 tiered wedding cake!

7 Summer-Friendly Work Wear Ideas to Beat The Scorching Heat

The key is to shop everything in white

Fashion Across All Archie Multiverse: Comic, Show And The New Netflix Film

Who do you think will play Veronica and Betty in the upcoming movie?

10 Summer Movies That Will Pander To The Hopeless Romantic in You

Can I get a Peter Kavinsky with a side of Noah Flynn?

5 Breathable Summer Fabrics Beyond Cotton To Beat The Heat

Please ditch those denims for a few months

Here’s Why The Valentino Hot Pink Is More Popular Than The Pantone Colour Of the Year Itself

Come on barbie let's go party!

From Aishwarya Rai Bachchan To Deepika Padukone, Tracing India’s Fashion Journey At Cannes

While we wait for the looks from the festival's 2022 edition

AM By Arpita Mehta Caters To The Minimalist With A Taste For Luxury

"The excitement for purchasing is at an all-time high and people are ready to buy anything and everything, as long as it's fresh and new."

Decoding Mom Logic: The Concept Of Teaching Children To Be Religion Fearing And Not God Loving

Sorry (not sorry) mom

Here’s Why Kim Kardashian’s Extreme Fashion Practices Are Damaging And Dangerous

Kim, this literally so rude!

Abhinav Mishra’s Debut Bridal Collection Hits The Perfect Sweet Spot Between Classic And Contemporary

"Look for comfort, choose silhouettes and colours that are flattering for them also keep in mind the season of their functions."

Here’s Why Selling Sunset’s Mean Girl Trope In Disguise Of Competition Is Problematic

Christine Quinn is not a sassy queen and I do not stan

Met Gala 2022: Here’s All You Need To Know About The Most Important Night In Fashion

It will be a night to remember

20 Labels To Bookmark For Your Last Minute Shopping This Eid

From block prints to breathable Chanderi kurtas, take your pick

Indian Fashion Is Turning A New Leaf With Thoughtful Collections And Collaborations

It's more about feeling good than looking good!

Simone Ashley On South Asian Representation, Breaking Barriers With Bridgerton And How She Actually Likes Her Tea

"If there's anything that I can share with women, especially south Indian women, is to really own your own voice and to share that with others and to not be afraid of it."

Meet Hema Bose, The Woman Behind Megan Thee Stallion’s Gaurav Gupta Outfit

"I feel very proud to have placed an Indian brand on the Oscars for a leading global sensational singer."