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DESIGNER DIARIES: CHARU PARASHAR
Charu Parashar's calling card is handwork at which she excels and her collections are craft-focused exercises that culminate in garments fit for royalty.
NOBILITY FOR ABILITY
14-JUNE-2018
"The real custodians of our rich cultural heritage need our help today… the weavers and craftsmen who have kept khadi alive for centuries need our support and encouragement..."
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EXPLOSIVE MOMENTS
Some people stay on in our minds... some conversations don't fade with time!
IN CONVERSATION WITH ANUPAMA DAYAL
11-JUNE-2018
In an exclusive to me, Anupama Dayal gravely wrote, "We are very disturbed by the similarity of the designs of "W for women" with several of our signature hand printing blocks..."
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THE EDITOR'S BLOG
Former Net Editor of Condenast India, Jasmeen Dugal is Founder Editor of EXPLOSIVE FASHION. 
THE PRESSURE OF PERFECTION
10-JUNE-2018
"Suicide attempts are half-hearted cries for attention, help and love."
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DIARY OF A SHOPAHOLIC
Jasmeen Dugal browses through an arsenal of beauty products and hones in on "must-haves."
AYURGANIC
07-JUNE-2018
'Ayurganic' is eco-friendly right from the fabrics, dyes and threads to the packaging and certifies the use of organic cotton infused with Ayurvedic herbs and oils!
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FASHION COLUMNIST — SATHYA SARAN
Editor of Femina since 1993, Sathya Saran has made the magazine contemporary. Today she is Visiting Professor at NIFT.
ADVICE FOR WANNABE FASHIONISTAS
26-MAY-2018
"Oh please! May I (as someone who hurts when I see a badly dressed person) offer little bits of advice to wannabe fashionistas?"
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HOSPITALITY PLAYERS
"Hospitality Players" is a compelling look behind the scenes of the hospitality corridor — from luxury hotels to Michelin-starred restaurants — and celebrates the untold art of hoteliers, restaurateurs and chefs.
MEET RESTAURATEUR AND CHEF RITU DALMIA
25-MAY-2018
"My core focus is simple, authentic and high quality Italian; no fuss, just good food.''
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FASHION AND THE CITY — NISHA JAMVWAL
Interior Architect and Fashion Designer Nisha JamVwal is the quintessential aesthete!
BALANCING ACT
29-APRIL-2018
Remember the March Hare in Alice In Wonderland? "No time, No time, No time", he repeated as he buzzed about? He was prophesying the present.
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THE BOOK NOOK
The Book Nook reviews books that add value to our spirit and our shelves. All book reviews are individual views of the person penning it and the website does not subscribe to the same.
THE BEAUTY PAGEANT'S GREENROOM
21-APRIL-2018
"I insist all pageant contestants, models, actors, corporate executives, in fact anyone who wants to ace at life read this book!"
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DIARY OF A GLOBAL LUXURY EXPERT
Hailing from France, Veronique Poles is a luxury, lifestyle and fashion consultant living in India for over a decade!
MYSTICAL EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE IN VARANASI
20-APRIL-2018
"Visiting 'un- atelier' workshops allowed us to perceive the relationship between a 'couturier' and weaves"
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DIARY OF A POLO PLAYER
From tennis and squash to F1 Racing in California and sky diving in New York, Rinaa Shah has done it all. Now it's Polo!
FOLLOW THE DREAM
02-APRIL-2018
"I am a big believer that one can fulfil their passion at a any age… you just have to want it badly... nothing is impossible!"
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DESIGN DIARIES — LECOANET HEMANT
Celebrated for wowing Fashion with a mix of the precision-chic of Parisian couture and commercial potential.
FROM FIBRE TO FASHION
02-APRIL-2018
"I curated a project on textile innovation by inviting designers to use Meghalaya's Ramie fibre in an imaginative manner"
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THE MODEL ARTIST
Supermodel Tinu Verghis worked 15 years before joining Lasalle College of Arts. Her work is now legendary.
CHALLENGING A LIFETIME OF INEQUALITIES
03-FEBRUARY-2018
"How do I fight inequalities? By myself?!! I chanced on Art as a form of expression and did a cannonball jump into it."
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DESIGNER DIARIES — KOVID MITTAL
Kovid Mittal's design aesthetic is both classic and experimental and he aspires to bring diversity in men's fashion.
BORDERLINE
10-JANUARY-2018
"I thought it would be magic to fuse urban design aesthetic with Lamas' culture and traditional attire"
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DESIGN DIARIES — KEN FERNS
Ken Ferns designs for a rarefied customer, the kind who prefers a playful, smart look and pay for the privilege.
MY LIFE, MY DESIGN
24-OCTOBER-2017
"I have been patient and not hasty, taken the right decisions and made the right moves! Whatever little I do, I will make history"
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DESIGN DIARIES — ANUPAMA DAYAL
Anupama Dayal was celebrated for boho-chic looks—until her bridal line, home label and jewellery sold out!
LE OPTIMISTE
20-OCTOBER-2017
"I admire how India Beach Fashion Week is getting stronger with each season and looking forward to growing my label with it.''
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DESIGNER DIARIES — ROCKY S
RockyS rose to unparalleled heights with star-truffled shows, styling celebrities worldwide, designing for brands and more!
THE BUSINESS OF FASHION
08-OCTOBER-2017
"I draw inspiration out of my own experiences and have a different story to tell each season."
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DESIGN DIARIES — ABHISHEK DUTTA
Abhishek Dutta has carved a niche in Kolkata. Wigan And Leigh alumnus, his is one of the most awaited shows.
IN COLLABORATION WITH JAIL INMATES
30-APRIL-2017
"There is prejudice about prisoners hence they do not get employment. Giving them jobs at my units will be a financial support for their families."
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MY WELLNESS DIARIES
Physically, mentally, digitally, I refuse to stay still. And I plan to get my life back on track with slow living at a nature retreat!
HOW I HEALED AT AURORA RETREATS
20-APRIL-2017
"It was the perfect place, with its positive energy, to journey inwards to my deepest self. And heal."
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THE CHANEL DIARIES — EXCLUSIVE!!
Chanel India provides Explosive Fashion with EXCLUSIVE editorial shoots and behind-the-scenes content of its International shows and campaigns!
PUMP UP THE GLOSS: AN EXCLUSIVE!
31-MARCH-2017
When I heard from Chanel that it would collaborate with Explosive Fashion for an EXCLUSIVE beauty shoot [once again!] I was thrilled beyond belief!!
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DESIGN DIARIES — SAMANT CHAUHAN
Samant Chauhan's vision is to design luxury prêt whilst creating a brand identity for Bhagulpuri hand-woven silk.
TRAIN DREAMS BY SAMANT CHAUHAN
14-MARCH-2017
"As a maker of clothes, I have put my childhood, my past into the silhouettes."
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DESIGN DIARIES — FELIX BENDISH
Felix Bendish completed his education from Raheja School of Fashion and ventured into couture embroideries and accessories.
SHOWCASING AT LONDON FASHION WEEK
07-MARCH-2017
"Apart from creativity, buyers and stores are looking at competitive pricing..."
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TOURIST IN MY CITY
Explore your city for a new perspective!
TOURIST IN MY CITY | PARANTHE WALLI GALLI
20-DECEMBER-2016
"It's vital to zig zag, always alert to jump to one side at the blast of a horn or the 'moo' of an irate cow!"
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THE ART OF BEING EXTRAORDINARY
Konkana Bakshi is a national etiquette expert, sought out industry leader, and the owner of business, social and personal enhancement etiquette schools Savoir Faire and Tres Chic.
PARTY ETIQUETTES
20-DECEMBER-2016
Want be the toast of a party? Observe these social etiquettes by Savoir Faire's Konkana Bakshi!
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POSTCARD FROM LAHORE
The skyrocketing career of model Usama Ali Khan Khattak is a story of simmering success and chances are we'll see him in theatre and films soon!
POSTCARD FROM LAHORE
05-JUNE-2016
"People may feel it's my face or physique but what makes me different is my attitude. I'm very selective..."
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POSTCARD FROM CANNES
Exclusive Interviews from Cannes 2016!
ANJHULA MYA SINGH BAIS: WOMAN ON A MISSION
31-MAY-2016
"An event can be experienced two ways: shallow or deep. Everyone has narratives and away from all hubbub is true work, power and significance..."
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DESIGN DIARIES — RAJDEEP RANAWAT
Rajdeep Ranawat is an artist and designer. On graduating from NIFT he trained in Paris and NYC and then launched his label in 2004. To commemorate ten years in fashion, he sharees his experience from 2004 till date with weekly posts.
LAST 3 YEARS OF MY DECADE IN FASHION
24-OCTOBER-2014
"We complete 10 years in the fashion industry this month in October 2014"
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DESIGN DIARIES — VIJAY BALHARA
In a season when the agenda of fashion is being rewritten by brilliant designers, all that a discerning shopper wishes for is a collection that makes a style statement. That's where Vijay Balhara comes in.
THE MAKING OF 'THE COVEN OF BLACK NARCISSUS'
30-JULY-2014
"Before the shoot I just told one thing to Roberta: that I need her to give a part of her soul in every picture.."
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DESIGN DIARIES — PAYAL SINGHAL
Granddaughter of artist and photographer J.P Singhal, Payal Singhal grew up amidst films, fashion and art.
BEHIND THE SCENES OF PAYAL SINGHAL SS14 SHOOT
05-MARCH-2014
Payal Singhal blogs exclusively for Explosive Fashion while shooting the look book of her Lakme Fashion Week SS14 collection 'Lady Sahara'.
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FASHION CHRONICLES — KARISHMA NAINA
Muse for the hottest designers on the block. On the ball with latest styles.. shooting and blogging.. what more could a girl want?
THE ART OF PLAY
27-JUNE-2013
"While the world is out at work, we are out at play but it just so happens that our play; singing and dancing, acting, writing and dressing up, is our work..."
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DESIGN DIARIES — RITU KUMAR
Since 1969, Ritu Kumar has developed a style reflecting ancient Indian craftsmanship in a modern vocabulary. Her book 'Costumes and Textiles of Royal India' chronicles the history of indian textiles and art design.
AUTHENTICITY TAKES PRECEDENCE IN COSTUME DESIGNING
01-MAY-2012
"Authenticity takes precedence over design and drama!!"
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