Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE The beginning of a year has always been a hopeful time–a time when you can forget and leave behind the challenges of the previous year and begin anew. As 2020 was certainly a rollercoaster of a year filled with a general sense of fear and misery, many of us are […]
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New Years Eve 2020: What to wear for a day of low key celebrations
Written by AMULYA MISRA for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE NYE is here but if your glass of cheer isn’t as full this year due to the on-going pandemic, trust us–we understand and you’re not alone. As restrictions on public outings and other fun activities are certainly very much in effect, it’s no wonder if you decide to dress up […]
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Sisters-Turned-Founders of Navya, Suly and Muna, talk to us about their latest collection of festive clutches
Written by AMULYA MISRA and THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE When we travel, we usually collect memories and little trinkets that last us a lifetime. However sisters, Suly and Muna Cader brought more than just fond memories with them when they came back to Sri Lanka from their vacation; they brought back a whole new business idea. […]
LEEKOH: Fashion, Gaudi and the Sagrada Família
Written by THARUSHI GUNARATNE for THE DESIGN COLLECTIVE When you think about Gaudi you think about the multi chromatic, light, almost magical and impossible structures. It is like looking through a kaleidoscope of a wonderful world of natural fractals. CFW emerging designer Achala Leekoh was inspired by the art nouveau movement and one of the most remarkable built […]
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Got a zoom call in 5? Here’s how to dress from the waist-up
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]