Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE The saree is considered to be amongst the oldest form of garments in the world, with over five thousand years of traceable history. The oldest literature composed by mankind, the Vedas, mention this long-lasting drape and records from the Indus Valley Civilization confirm its existence as well. The saree […]
The Wanderlust Mini Edition: How to Style a White Dress
Written by HESHANIE ILEANA of ILEANA A white mini dress is a summer essential to have in your wardrobe. “White has it all. Its beauty is absolute. It’s the perfect harmony” -Coco Chanel. There are so many ways to style such a piece that in a way make it perfect for the beautiful tropical island weather. Much […]
Movies All Fashion Lovers Must Watch
Written by THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Funny Face (1957) From Jo’s custom-made Givenchy dresses to references to famous fashion names, Funny Face is a tribute to the magic of classic dress. Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) The enduring magic of a little black dress and pearls have become timeless thanks to this classic movie. Blow-Up (1966) […]
Quarantine Life and Top 4 Snacks
Written by NISHI WARIYAPOLA and MAHESH ALKEGAMA Co-Owners of Ceylon Superfood Company, Seed Café and Grind Coffeehouse It’s been over a month since lockdown commenced in Colombo. It has disrupted daily life as we know it and has certainly not been easy. But it’s safe to say that it has given us some much needed […]
Upgrade your Tropical Wardrobe with Beige Tones
Written by SHYAMALI & SARAH of AARYAA What better way to take on the tropics than with a colour palette that personifies nature? Being as cool and light as the tropics themselves, earthy shades have been the favoured colour scheme, even by the colonists who made the area their home. Coco Chanel herself advocated for this hue […]
The Language of Luxury in the Digital Age
Written by AMILANI PERERA Founder of AMILANI PERERA I have been a fashion nerd since I was 14 years of age and have eagerly looked forward for fashion week and trend reports every season. Thus building my very own fashion brand was all I ever dreamt of. As naive as all this may sound, I have always […]
How to Take Care of your Jewellery
Written by IMESHA GAJAWEERA Founder of PABORA So you have invested in some bling and want know how to look after it? You have come to the right place. Set out below are our Top Tips for taking care of all your jewellery. Following these simple rules and you and your favourite chain/hoop earrings/engagement ring will […]
10 Stylish Mother’s Day Gifts for your Mother
Written by THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE We should honour our mothers daily, but in case you have not planned anything special yet—pay homage this Mother’s Day with a thoughtful gift she will really appreciate. From beauty must-haves to chic accessories, shop our favourite gift ideas for mom this year. FOR THE ACTIVE MOM Your mom will […]
Garment Workers Hung out to Dry
Written by VIKUM RAJAPAKSE Co- Founder of KANTALA “You will note that we are able to cancel any order at any stage. This includes orders in production and orders in transit. Where we cancel an order, we are not responsible for the cost of the Goods, the cost of any fabric, or any other cost […]
10 Self-Care Tips to De-Stress and Clear Your Mind
Written by THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE 1. Do something that energises your body.Stretch, do home work outs, do yoga, or whatever physical activity you enjoy. Exercise is a key part of self-care. Check this link out for amazing live work outs: https://www.tatler.com/article/personal-trainers-and-gyms-offering-online-workouts-free 2. Take a long, warm bath and relax with a face mask. While you’re at […]