Disclaimer: I want to clarify that I'm not a history major. This article attempts to shed some light on the importance of history and how it affects us, thereby forming a rational grounding on its need. With that out of the way, the following questio
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The History of Indian Clothing - Western India
The sheer rapidity and celerity with which the Indian fashion industry has evolved, is primarily because of two major factors. They are – ‘westernisation of everyday clothing’ and ‘pioneering of women’. Though these changes may seem prosaic and inevi
The History of Indian Clothing - South India
Ever reminisce the days you donned cream-white dhotis and crimson shirts during Pongal celebrations at school? Ever look back on when you wore your mother’s crepe saree because wearing it made you feel like ‘Miss India’? It is a notable fact that cul
The History of Indian Clothing - North India
Every nook and corner of India is home to rich cultures and distinctive traditions. From people who speak many unique dialects, to the sheer variety in the artforms and cuisines, the pillars of this country have truly witnessed history. The resolute
The History of Indian Clothing - Eastern India
What would it be like if Femina conducted a Fashion Show in North-Eastern India? Let us explore the multitude of the sheer diversity and culture through this hypothetical pageantry and learn about the various eclectic styles of our country! Let th
The Strange Origins of Everyday Things
Let us delve into the origin stories of seemingly ordinary things. Taking the case of the sandwich, for example, it doesn’t have much to do with sand per se; in fact, it comes from the Earl of Sandwich. Some believe that the Earl consumed all his foo
Disclaimer: I want to clarify that I'm not a history major. This article attempts to shed some light on the importance of history and how it affects us, thereby forming a rational grounding on its need. With that out of the way, the following questio
The sheer rapidity and celerity with which the Indian fashion industry has evolved, is primarily because of two major factors. They are – ‘westernisation of everyday clothing’ and ‘pioneering of women’. Though these changes may seem prosaic and inevi
Ever reminisce the days you donned cream-white dhotis and crimson shirts during Pongal celebrations at school? Ever look back on when you wore your mother’s crepe saree because wearing it made you feel like ‘Miss India’? It is a notable fact that cul
Every nook and corner of India is home to rich cultures and distinctive traditions. From people who speak many unique dialects, to the sheer variety in the artforms and cuisines, the pillars of this country have truly witnessed history. The resolute
What would it be like if Femina conducted a Fashion Show in North-Eastern India? Let us explore the multitude of the sheer diversity and culture through this hypothetical pageantry and learn about the various eclectic styles of our country! Let th
Let us delve into the origin stories of seemingly ordinary things. Taking the case of the sandwich, for example, it doesn’t have much to do with sand per se; in fact, it comes from the Earl of Sandwich. Some believe that the Earl consumed all his foo