1. Blouse same colour as the saree: Eliminates breaks that disrupt the vision. 2. V-neck or deep necked blouse: Increase in height is achieved as these blouses form an elongated neck. 3. Full sleeve ...

On International Women’s Day (8 March), that is the bold call for action for all women and girls worldwide. As we mark the 30th year of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the world is ...

Calcutta's Bamabodhini magazine put out an advertisement, proposing a "new way" of putting on a saree that accompanied a ...

Long before Rabindranath Tagore’s name became synonymous with Indian literature and philosophy, the daughters-in-law of the Tagore household lit the torch of change and were early influences in the ...

Jnanadanandini Devi, an influential figure in the Tagore family, revolutionized saree draping styles and championed women's education. Her style became the default across India, challenging social ...

This International Women’s Day, Star Books and Literature brings to you a list of five books that delve into the history of ...

Loosely inspired by an Edward Albee text, this Nitish Sen play presents a fresh perspective on a lonely woman’s struggle to find a foothold in a predominantly patriarchal setup ...

A Shared Legacy exhibition, moments from Bengal’s past unfold, revealing new insights into the interwoven history of textiles ...

Family, faith and a love of dressing up are all a major part of one centenarian's life — but her years on this Earth have produced a few surprises as well. A great-great-great-grandmother whose ...

The design and fit of your blouse serve as the perfect complement to the saree’s show-stopping role. From daring cutouts to iconic backless designs, gone are the days of basic shoulder-length ...