Fall Fashion, If You Dare

Paris Fall 2013 will not be a season for the faint of heart. The fifties-era shapes—with full coats and circle skirts swirling, as at Rochas and Céline—are often dramatic. Dolman sleeves and billowing backs represent a sea change from the high, tight armholes and slim silhouettes that have been dominating fashion. The new voluminous shape appeared in so many collections, from New York to Milan and Paris, that it became a signature of the season. Some other hallmarks of the season: Both lug-sole shoes and dainty heels are in vogue. The "It" bag...

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The Effect of British Raj on Indian Costume

The British entered India as traders, but they stayed back as rulers and ruled the country for almost 200 years. They came with their own cultural values and identity, very British clothing and fashion statements, leaving the Indians admiring the GORA SAHIBS and the MEMSAHIBS. The average Indian wanted to look special and thus wanted to copy their styles. This research focuses on how the British Raj brought about a change in the costumes of contemporary India. How were the British costumes Indianised? Were they accepted by the Indians, or was the change of costume thrust upon them? How did...

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