Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE The year 2020 taught us many things. Discovering the art of working from home, relying on technology to speak to loved ones as well as learning how to shop consciously are just some of the lessons we have learned in the pandemic-focused year. Today, the fashion industry has changed as […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE In this digital age, where we all have access to high speed internet and Google at our fingertips, we constantly come across new and emerging brands with gorgeous collections. However, while their “About Us” pages and social media posts can help them tell their story, there is still a lot […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE This last year was filled with lockdowns that subsequently forced individuals to face the ongoing climate crisis. It led to a new awakening amongst consumers about the very real issues of the fashion industry. Although the polluting effects of the industry have never been a secret, there has been a […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Have you been an admirer of haute couture? If so, then you would naturally be familiar with one of the biggest names in the space–Dimuthu Sahabandu. A graduate of LaSalle College of the Arts in Singapore, Dimuthu has been making waves in the Sri Lankan fashion space […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE The entire country is surrounded by a festive atmosphere as one of the most joyous times of the year approaches —the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Celebrated every year in April, it marks the end of the harvest and the arrival of spring as indicated by the sun moving […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE To say that the last twelve months have been stressful, would be an understatement. Needless to say, we are all looking forward to a relaxing escape from the exhausting-everyday life. And what better thing to look forward to this year than the carefree summer days spent lounging around the beach […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Pleats are a style staple that can be spotted in the wardrobes of women everywhere. While they are used to create texture and volume, they give any outfit an added touch of sophisticated fun. After all, who doesn’t love the fluid movement of a pleated piece? The innovation of using […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE Everyone knows that diamonds are a girl’s best friend. What is not common knowledge is that they aren’t the only ones. The value of a great piece of accessory cannot be overstated. Every woman should have a packed box with jewellery they have collected and treasured for years. After all, […]
Written by TIFFANY MARSHALL of NAKOTA TUWA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE I am Tif Florentina and this is the story behind Nakota Tuwa. Ever since I was a little girl, I used to sew, knit and embroider with my lovely Nanna. This is where my first spark and influence for design began. My gorgeous mother is a very talented designer […]
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE The fresh decadent smell of chocolate is in the air and flower shops are sprucing up their stalls as we rapidly approach the most romantic day of the year–February 14th aka Valentine’s Day. Have you ever wondered how this day of celebrating love came to be? The origins of this […]
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