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Big, Bold & Eccentric: The Rise of Maximalism
The Minimalist king is dead, long live Maximalism! You saw it creeping in with the overloaded bag charms and the stacked Taylor Swift concert bracelet
Emerging Designers to Watch at CFW
Colombo Fashion Week (CFW) returns with its latest edition starting this evening. Spread over the next three days, a fresh crop of designers who are p
Mastering the Art of Leather Craft: Rosaria Liyanage
At just 31, Rosaria Liyanage has carved a niche as a leather artisan, seamlessly blending traditional Italian craftsmanship with a global perspective.
Samitha Wijayasekara: Redefining Floristry Through Art, Fashion, and Innovation
Samitha Wijayasekara, a seasoned floral designer and entrepreneur, brings over 15 years of expertise to her business, The Wedding Flowers Gallery (Pvt
WCIC’S RAMP UP!
WCIC Ramp Up! 2024: The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) is set to host Ramp Up! 2024, a highly anticipated event dedicated to empow
Kess: Seeing the hair and beauty agenda at MBFW Sri Lanka
The much vaunted Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka is days away and this year too leading hair salon Kess will collaborate with the designers to cr
Dressing for Leadership: A Style Analysis of Presidential Candidates
We are days away from seeing the next democratically elected president of Sri Lanka. While there is a close race as much as the US presidency at hand,
Re-emerging 2000s Fashion: Here’s how to style it for 2025 - Ladies Edition
As a stylist, you wouldn’t believe how much of my job is a scavenger hunt based on the misplaced nostalgia of my clients. I like to think of Fashion
Fast Fashion: Friend or Foe?
Ever wondered why that button from your new shirt is already popping off? Or why your jeans are all faded out despite it being only your second wear?
Dressing Well in Heat or Humidity: The Art of Layering an Outfit, even in Sri Lanka
Layering is often associated with colder weather, but it can be a game-changer for men in warm climates. It could be the perfect subterfuge if you hav
The Decline of Logos: The Rise of Quiet Luxury in Asia
In recent years, the luxury fashion landscape has undergone a significant transformation. The once-dominant trend of conspicuous logos and overt brand
Floral, Feathery, and Fearless: New Era of Bridal Fashion in Sri Lanka
The mid-year wedding season might be ending, but workshops and bridal designer studios in Colombo are abuzz with activity thanks to a certain event to
Buzz with Danu: Dishnira Saparamadu - Ariyarathne
Today on the Buzz I speak to a very talented and enthusiastic person, who is always on the go and ever so willing to see the best come out of any situ
From Reel Life to Real Life: The Impact of 2020s TV & Film on Fashion
From the runways to street style, the influence of popular media on what we wear has been profound. I myself was recently referring back to the TV sho
Nimesha Wijewardana: Making a career in fashion
Young entrepreneur Nimesha Wijewardana always knew her career lay in fashion. From her young days she dreamed of being a designer. Today she is the pr
What is your skin colour’s season? A look into personal colour analysis
“Maybe you should go for the black dress instead of purple, everyone looks great in black!” Not really. If you’ve taken a look at the lat
Buzz with Danu - Dr. Anusha Rajamohan
Today on the Buzz I feature this talented lady, who has carved a place for her in the beauty industry, yet keeping her cool and calm personality. Toda
Anavila Misra crafts cross-cultural identity
Dubbed as a love letter to summer, designer Anavila Misra wove her ode to the Franco-Tamil culture of Puducherry in the second of the Textile Talks se
Stepping Up: Essential Footwear for the Fashionable Man of 2024
Nothing beats seeing a well-dressed man in Sri Lanka with his killer outfit that’s complimented by… his ankle-high white socks and slip-on black s
The Uncle Wardrobe: Top 05 style mistakes Sri Lankan Men still make today
Do you ever ponder why men wear what they wear? And why is it that everyone around them is too afraid to speak up and tell one of them their shirt’s
Making Your Suit Look Bespoke: A Guide
Hot and sweaty summer weddings are days away, and as much as you can celebrate not being the groom (this time!) It’s time to dust out your old suit
The Bare Minimum To Looking Good: Grooming Essentials For The Lankan Man
I’m sorry to say it, men - waking up and splashing water across your face just doesn’t cut it anymore. In the post-pandemic world, everyone is awa
Buzz with Danu - Joel Tillekeratne
Today on the Buzz I speak about a local brand that’s winning the world - Carnage - and I’m speaking to the man who founded the brand. It’s one t
Fashion is his Best Form of Expression: Lithira Daluwatte
’’Style is the way to say who you are without having to speak,” said Rachel Zoe, the well–known fashion designer. This is perhaps an apt defin
Buzz with Danu - Sammani Pathiranagama
Today on the Buzz I speak to the young lady who added the extra flair to men’s fashion in Sri Lanka. It’s been 10 years since her brand olive-cout
International Designers AT CFW
Spanning just over two decades, Colombo Fashion Week has earned a reputation as one of the leading fashion weeks in Asia. Due to this, during each sea
Emerging Designers at CFW
One of the biggest draws of Colombo Fashion Week is the day when emerging designers showcase their collections. This is my particularly favourite segm
From Heritage to Streetwear: Common Folk weaving a modern tale of innovation
Handloom textile weaving in Sri Lanka is said to date back to the 6th century BC as early as when Prince Vijaya from India landed in Sri Lanka and fir
Local batik design label La Pard is going to Milan
Milan Fashion Week is a clothing trade show held semi-annually in Milan, Italy and was established in 1958 as one of the big 4 global fashion weeks
Inaugural Launch Of The Ceylon Heritage Festival Fashion Show
The annual Ceylon Heritage Festival by the Rachel Raj Foundation and the Ministry of Industries will have its inaugural launch with a fashion show ded
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