Beneath sculptural orbs suspended from the ceiling, meant to evoke the sun and the moon, dancers emerge, lithe and graceful. It is Delhi couturier Gaurav Gupta’s way of setting the mood before guests enter the main hall at the Jio World Convention Centre on Friday evening for his bridal couture showcase. In collaboration with auto…
Powered by a 204 PS 2.0-litre TSI EVO turbo-petrol engine, the Tayron Life combines strong performance with everyday usability | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Volkswagen India has expanded its premium SUV portfolio by introducing the Tayron Life, a new variant positioned below the Tayron R-Line. While it foregoes some of the flagship’s cosmetic enhancements, the…
Some cars impress with their performance. Others stand out for their comfort, technology or practicality. The truly exceptional ones manage to bring all of these qualities together without feeling compromised. After spending a day with the Tata Sierra.ev on city roads, highways, a test track and a demanding off-road course around Coimbatore, I came away…
When actor Tejasswi Prakash wore a structured face chain in Netflix’s Desi Bling, she did more than serve a memorable fashion moment. She showcased just how playful Indian jewellery is becoming and encouraged more people to experiment with accessories that were once seen as too eccentric, theatrical or over the top. Sukriti Banthia, founder of…
For years, MINI has been one of India’s most recognisable premium brands, but practicality was rarely part of the appeal. The new Countryman C could change that and, perhaps, transform the brand’s fortunes in the process. At first glance, the latest Countryman C appears to be a natural evolution of its predecessor. Spend a little…
The Mercedes-Benz S 450e combines plug-in hybrid technology with the comfort and refinement expected of the flagship S-Class | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement For a car that has spent decades setting the bench mark for luxury motoring, the new S-Class demonstrates that efficiency no longer has to come at the expense of comfort, performance or…
For years, Indians have followed a familiar pattern when planning European holidays. Their travel to Europe is largely concentrated between May and September, with demand peaking during the May-June school-holiday window and continuing through the European summer months of July and August. Most trips happen when the region is warm and sunny. But these months also mark the region’s peak tourist season,…
There is a tendency among car buyers to dismiss small-capacity engines before they have even had a chance to prove themselves. The assumption is straightforward : a larger engine will always feel more effortless, more capable and better suited to the demands of an SUV. On paper, the Renault Duster TCe 100 doesn’t appear to…
Anita Lal keeps circling back to the serenity of the mountains, all the calm and in her case, inspiration, it has to offer. The founder and creative director of luxury design house Good Earth, Anita recalls how she escaped to her home in the hills for a brief while nearly thirty years ago, after experiencing a…
When I speak to Aseem Kapoor the day before his debut showcase for Satya Paul in London, he sounds remarkably composed for a man carrying the weight of a 40-year-old fashion legacy on his shoulders. Well, almost. “It’s a very, very exciting time,” he says. “And at the same time, with the kind of attention,…
