For spring 2027, Satoshi Kondo didn’t just design clothes — he reimagined how fabric moves, breathes, and lives on the body. The Issey Miyake team called the collection “Figure of Ma”, a nod to the Japanese concept of negative space — not emptiness, but the quiet tension between form and freedom. Before a single garment was cut, they took a 10-by-10-meter sheet of ultra-light fabric and let it float, watching how it caught air, how…
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Maximilian Davis has a way of turning fashion into narrative — and his take on the 1940s feels especially resonant. There’s something powerful in how he reinterprets that era’s workwear: not as costume, but as a quiet act of reclamation. The uniforms, the structured silhouettes, the precision — they weren’t just practical then, they were proof of presence, of women stepping into roles that demanded to be taken seriously. Now, Davis distills that language into…
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JewelX 2026 was a premier global business exchange and investment summit for the jewellery and watch industry that took place on July 16, 2026, at the JW Marriott Sahar in Mumbai. Organized by Retailer Media and IndianRetailer.com under the theme “Imagine Tomorrow’s Growth Today,” the event served as a major networking platform focusing on retail innovation, brand expansion, and franchise partnerships. The summit brought together over 300 industry delegates, 35 expert speakers, and 100 retail…
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Design Salon by Design Pataki returns for its second edition, this time with a sense of homecoming at Four Seasons, Mumbai on August 22nd and 23rd, 2026. More than just an event, it’s a curated convergence of design, dialogue, and leisure—brought to life by Esha Gupta, founder and Editor of Design Pataki India, in partnership with White Teak by Asian Paints. As an invitation-only gathering, it draws together India’s most influential architects, designers, studios, and…
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The JewelX Global Business Awards 2026, held on July 16 at the JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, stood as a landmark celebration of excellence in India’s luxury jewelry and watch industry. Bringing together top designers, master craftsmen, visionary entrepreneurs, and iconic brands, the event honored trailblazers who are redefining heritage with innovation. From timeless artistry to disruptive retail strategies, the awards spotlighted excellence across categories like design innovation, sustainable practices, digital transformation, and global brand impact….
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Paul Smith’s choice to present once again at his Milan headquarters added such an intimate, personal touch—like being let into the inner world of his creative process. The voiceover narration, paired with archive-inspired designs, gave the show a storytelling depth that felt both nostalgic and fresh. “I think I’ve still got a lot of energy,” said Paul Smith. Revisiting those bold 80s and 90s silhouettes—inside-out tailoring, wide-shouldered blazers—with a modern, relaxed twist was such a…
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The Brunello Cucinelli Men’s Fall/Winter 2026 Collection beautifully redefines modern elegance by weaving nature into the very essence of design. It speaks to the contemporary explorer—someone who moves with purpose between urban sophistication and the raw serenity of the natural world. Here, fashion transcends mere aesthetics, becoming a quiet dialogue between man and environment. Functionality meets artistry in thoughtfully layered silhouettes, earth-toned palettes, and luxurious natural fabrics that breathe with the wearer. Every piece feels…
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Ajio Luxe Wkend Edition 5 wasn’t just another luxury event — it was a full-scale celebration of how India’s luxury scene is evolving. Held from January 10 to 12, 2025, and powered by Ajio Luxe with support from Chivas and HSBC, it brought together elegance, innovation, and collaboration in a way that felt both grand and grounded. Produced by The Magnanimous Group and The Established, it stood out not just for the brands on display,…
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Dubai Watch Week returned for its 7th edition from November 19–23, 2025, once again uniting horology, culture, and community in a dazzling celebration at Dubai Mall’s Burj Park. Founded by Ahmed Seddiqi, the event showcased five days of innovation and artistry, welcomed a remarkable 49,000 visitors up from just 23,000 two years ago, featuring thought-provoking discussions, exclusive brand exhibitions, and the unveiling of rare timepieces—many born from special collaborations between Seddiqi & Sons and some…
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Design Mumbai 2025 did feel like a step forward — held again at Jio World Garden from November 26 to 29, it brought together names like Poltrona Frau, Hästens, and USM, alongside emerging Indian studios, all under one roof. It wasn’t just about furniture or lighting — it was a full conversation between global craftsmanship and local sensibility, with Istituto Marangoni and Vondom adding that cross-cultural thread. Given how much you value when design feels…
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