Namrata Zakaria is a journalist at News9 Live. She covers topics related to apparel design, the fashion industry, and cultural movements, exploring the intersections of style and societal change. Namrata's work has been featured in prominent publications including Firstpost, SheThePeople.TV, THE WEEK, and The Hindu.
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Women have no agency in patriarchal India. Even the one who is hand-picked to run a global luxury behemoth was not allowed to pick her own husband
Fashion concerns us all. We all wear clothes. And our clothes tell our stories This is a very special year for me.
India has long been referenced by too many European fashion houses and luxury brands
By: Namrata Zakaria
Pochampally Ikat, a unique tie-and-dye weaving technique from Telangana, involves dyeing yarn before weaving for mathematical precision. Master weaver Ennam Shiva Kumar ensures this exquisite craft is championed globally through collaborations with designers like Jade by Monica & Karishma, showcasing its journey from rural origins to high fashion
By: Namrata Zakaria
Banarasi weaving is experiencing a revival in Semra, near Varanasi, with master weaver Mohammed Naseem Khan at the helm. His collaboration with designer Sanjay Garg of Raw Mango has produced innovative saris blending silk and lycra, appealing to modern sensibilities while honouring traditional techniques
By: Namrata Zakaria
Chikan embroidery is highlighted through designer Anjul Bhandari's journey into the heart of Malihabad and Lucknow, showcasing the intricate processes and dedicated artisans behind this centuries-old craft. The article beautifully portrays the meticulous work, from block-printing to mukaish embellishments, and the commitment to preserving this rich Indian textile heritage while supporting artisan
By: Namrata Zakaria
Zohran Mamdani, mayor candidate, New York City, draws inspiration from the rural craftsmanship championed by Himanshu Shani of 11.11. Shani partners with local artisans in Gujarat to create contemporary wear that showcases the unique properties of kala cotton
Indian fashion is re-establishing its global prominence, drawing on its rich history of hand-spun and woven textiles rooted in ancient village crafts. This resurgence is exemplified by designers like Rahul Mishra, whose international creations, such as Zendaya's custom sari, are crafted by skilled artisans in Indian villages, showcasing the enduring power of rural enterprise
BRICS+ Fashion Summit and the Russian capital's edgy, creative showcase is setting the stage for a new global order in couture
By: Namrata Zakaria
Poll bugle has been sounded in Bangladesh, and ironically, the Awami League, in exile, has taken the first plunge
