Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE No one could have imagined a year ago that our work life would have changed so drastically. Gone are the office cubicles, the conference room meetings, the water cooler conversations and break room coffee. Work culture has evolved into finding little quiet niches in our homes and making them our […]
6 Tips to Spruce Up your Home During COVID
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Have you become tired of seeing the same old interior day by day? If so, trust us, you aren’t the only one. As this global pandemic continues, people are still being encouraged to stay home and avoid crowded areas. Even though our homes may contain some of our favourite things—including […]
Revamp your wardrobe with these linen pieces from The Three by TPV
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Linen is a lightweight textile made from the fibres of the flax plant. The name has been derived from the latin word linum which means flax plant. Although this fabric has been around for ages and is often ranked amongst the oldest textiles in the world, due to its versatility […]
Quick catch-up with Rukshi Seneviratne from RUMPUNCH
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE A deep-seated love for the beach translated into a mission to launch a brand that took that admiration forward for both Rukshi and Binara Seneviratne. Thus began the journey of RUMPUNCH in 2015. After receiving raving reviews about her graduate collection at the London Graduate Fashion Week in 2014, the […]
It’s Children’s Day — Let’s celebrate with the launch of the GIRL by Aaryaa kids wear collection.
Written by THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Universal Children’s Day is a day we can celebrate the very ones we love! Each year the UN promotes international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare. It is an important date as when the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of […]
Bohemian: Fashion, History and Style Tips
Written by THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Let’s take a peek into history to discover the origin of the term boho. Boho is derived from the French word bohémien, and it was coined in the late 19th century to describe the Gypsies, or more accurately Romani, who were thought to have come to Europe from Bohemia in […]
Quick chat with Lonali Rodrigo from House of Lonali, about her new kids wear collection
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Upcycling may seem like a new concept to some, but at House of Lonali, this creative reuse has been the guiding principle for their collections since the very start. The label is the brainchild of Lonali Rodrigo, Head Designer and Founder, who started it in 2012. Thereafter, she has taken […]
Pearls and How to Style them!
Written by THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Pearls are unique gemstones from the sea that require no special cutting or polishing to improve their natural allure. They have, for a long time, been a highly sought-after and valuable gem that adds elegance and intrigue to any look. Hence, it comes as no surprise that pearl jewellery is […]
Have you checked out these Southeast Asian TikTok influencers?
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Ever spend any time on the internet? Chances are you’ve already been introduced to one of the most popular apps to exist on the internet today— TikTok. This short-form video platform has become the go-to social platform for engaging videos, viral content and comic relief. Although it was launched in […]
The Rise of Cosy-Chic!
Written by SUMAIYA SHUAIBDEEN of COSMOPOLITAN MAGAZINE SRI LANKA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE There isn’t a formal definition of what cosy-chic means, but from what I have gathered, it’s a dressed-up version of what you wear at home. Unlike other trends, it didn’t start overnight, instead it took years for us to start taking comfort seriously, so cosy-chic is here […]