Much like all good things in the world, The Design Collective Store began with a simple friendship. Binu Wickramasinghe and Shahili Gomes’ shared love for fashion, design, art and travel, gave birth to a unique concept store in the heart of Sri Lanka showcasing South Asian talent. Together, they first opened doors to our first […]
From holding your hair back when you’re sick to spending hours on the phone talking about everything—movies, boys and even politics, if there is one person who has always been there for you, it’s your best friend. Once a year, a day comes around that lets you thank them for being with you through thick and thin.
As Friendship Day is this weekend, don’t forget to celebrate and appreciate your #1 pal. Whether they love to cook, are obsessed with clothes, collect jewellery to enjoy DIY projects, our list of gift options will show them you care and are thinking of them.
Many believe that great skin is inherited and simply a matter of DNA–it’s not. Our daily habits have a great effect on it. From the environment, you live into how you choose to destress to the products you use, all impact the health of our skin. If you’re looking to build a good skincare routine, then you need to start by maintaining a balanced diet (it might be a good time to say goodbye to junk food).
The next step is to build a skincare routine using products that work for you. Everyone’s beauty regime is different; it depends on the type of skin they have. However, we have put together a comprehensive guide that walks you through the normal steps one should take to get healthy, glowing skin.
Summer, the season of heat, comes with its own set of challenges. While spending hours lounging on the beach in a breezy ensemble is definitely a perk, wearing dark tones in the scorching sun can be stifling. As black is a colour that absorbs heat, during this weather people tend to avoid it. But for those who love this dark shade, it may seem like a season of disappointment.
Minimalism has been a key trend over the past few years, and this summer is no different. Light and breezy dresses, elegant silhouettes and chic accessories, minimalist fashion is the perfect go-to for the sunshine weather. If you’re looking to add this trend to your wardrobe, take a look at our recommendations of outfits to help you beat the heat in style.
Designing a home can often seem like a challenging task. From picking a wallpaper to adding an elegant sculpture to your coffee table, each element adds balance and gives you that homely feeling. But with the way interior design trends come and go, there seems to be endless decor options to keep track of. As […]
This blog is based on an article by Tracy Tylka, Professor of Psychology at The Ohio State University. The devastating effects of pandemic-enforced lockdown are clearly evident all around the world. From the global economy to fashion to cinema, everything has been affected. And our mental health and body image is not immune. The way […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE While art and fashion may not be words that are commonly linked together, their collision is inevitable. Art is a form of self-expression, and so is fashion. For centuries, these two concepts have been merged together to create some gorgeous fashionable works of art. From Elsa Schiaparelli being inspired by […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE With Father’s Day being right around the corner, there is no time to waste to decide on the perfect way to show appreciation for these special figures in our lives. This day goes beyond celebrating biological dads. Today, we can all acknowledge that the word ‘father’ embodies certain qualities that […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE We all know and love the parade, parties and absolute explosion of colours that is June’s Pride Month. Unfortunately, this year (much like last year) Pride Month will have to be celebrated a little differently. With many restrictions still being placed upon the country, the parties and parades may not […]
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