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Classic colour combinations that redefine workplace style, tips to look different from the crowd

LIFESTYLE

Classic colour combinations that redefine workplace style, tips to look different from the crowd

When paired thoughtfully and elevated with texture, accessories, and personalised details, the tried and tested colour palettes create a workplace wardrobe that feels both powerful and personal.

Here’s why orange peels deserve a place in your kitchen, garden and cleaning cabinet

LIFESTYLE

Here’s why orange peels deserve a place in your kitchen, garden and cleaning cabinet

Benefits of orange peels: Oranges may be prized for their vitamin C rich flesh, but their peels hold their own quiet power. Aromatic, antibacterial and endlessly adaptable, they are anything but waste.

How to host a Holi party at home without the mess

LIFESTYLE

How to host a Holi party at home without the mess

Hosting Holi at home doesn’t mean sacrificing your sanity. With smart zoning, protective layers, and quick natural cleaning hacks, you can enjoy the colours without worrying about the aftermath.

Keep your cool: 10 real-world ways to stay calm in a crisis

LIFESTYLE

Keep your cool: 10 real-world ways to stay calm in a crisis

How to reduce stress naturally: In moments of crisis, calm is not about denying stress but managing it wisely. When the pressure mounts, your response matters more than the problem -- so learn to tackle it in simple ways.

Why Pahadi plates are the new wellness ritual for Gen Z and millennial travellers

LIFESTYLE

Why Pahadi plates are the new wellness ritual for Gen Z and millennial travellers

From Mandua rotis to Rhododendron tea and the tangy Galgal chaat, young travellers are rediscovering mountain food with a twist in the taste.

Holi 2026 hair care tips: How to prevent dryness and breakage to keep your hair healthy and strong

LIFESTYLE

Holi 2026 hair care tips: How to prevent dryness and breakage to keep your hair healthy and strong

Holi should leave you with vibrant memories — not brittle strands. With simple preventive care and gentle restoration, your hair can emerge from the colourful chaos healthy, glossy and celebration-ready

Holi 2026 skincare tips: Best guide to protecting your skin before and after Holi

LIFESTYLE

Holi 2026 skincare tips: Best guide to protecting your skin before and after Holi

With a little foresight and thoughtful aftercare, you can enjoy every splash of colour while keeping your skin calm, healthy and glowing long after the festivities fade

Holi 2026 fashion tips: The styling cheat code for crisp natural fabrics and festive looks

LIFESTYLE

Holi 2026 fashion tips: The styling cheat code for crisp natural fabrics and festive looks

Holi dressing should feel effortless - it’s about feeling light, comfortable, and open to every colour. Choose natural fabrics that breathe, avoid heavy embroidery, and prioritise movement

From FOMO to JOMO: Why Gen Z is choosing calm over chaos in 2026

LIFESTYLE

From FOMO to JOMO: Why Gen Z is choosing calm over chaos in 2026

In choosing less, many are finally finding more — more peace, more clarity, and a version of happiness that doesn’t require constant validation. Missing out is no longer a failure but a conscious choice in 2026

Why Cobalt is fashion’s most powerful colour statement for Spring/Summer 2026

LIFESTYLE

Why Cobalt is fashion’s most powerful colour statement for Spring/Summer 2026

Best wardrobe colour: Cobalt blue's rise has been swift and convincing and industry insiders are calling it power in motion, as a shade that commands attention without needing embellishment.

Beauty as therapy: How mindful routines can calm the mind, boost positivity

LIFESTYLE

Beauty as therapy: How mindful routines can calm the mind, boost positivity

Ayurvedic skincare: When approached mindfully, beauty has the power to soothe the nervous system, restore emotional balance, and help people reconnect with themselves.

Hair colouring: If you colour your hair regularly, read this before you do it next time

LIFESTYLE

Hair colouring: If you colour your hair regularly, read this before you do it next time

Side effects of hair dye: Understanding the difference between breakage and true hair fall, and recognising the importance of scalp health, can help you make more informed choices and protect long-term hair vitality.

5 smart ways to upgrade your kitchen garden for summer

LIFESTYLE

5 smart ways to upgrade your kitchen garden for summer

Upgrading your kitchen garden is about more than growing food – it helps you slow down, reconnect with nature, and make mindful choices. Even a small green corner can reduce plastic waste, cut your carbon footprint, and bring fresh produce straight to your plate

BAFTAs 2026: 5 red-carpet necklines celebrities can’t get enough of

LIFESTYLE

BAFTAs 2026: 5 red-carpet necklines celebrities can’t get enough of

From the BAFTA Awards in London to global premieres and couture soirées, celebrities are once again proving that a powerful neckline can define an entire look. Whether daring, sculptural, or classically elegant, these design details prove that all you need to turn heads is what frames your face.

Relaxed tailoring, refined living: A style guide for casual and formal dressing for men

LIFESTYLE

Relaxed tailoring, refined living: A style guide for casual and formal dressing for men

Style tips for men's formal dressing: As the winter days slowly come to an end, so does the heavy, woolen winter wear. With the season shifting to spring–summer, men’s wardrobes are undergoing a thoughtful reset.

Why slow-cooked Indian classics are making a comeback among Gen Z?

LIFESTYLE

Why slow-cooked Indian classics are making a comeback among Gen Z?

Food today is becoming a pause button and turning into something that slows people down. With lighter presentations, shareable plates, and thoughtful pairings, the nostalgic dishes are topping the charts this season

Ramadan 2026 Fashion: How to dress modestly for Iftar gatherings this Ramzan

LIFESTYLE

Ramadan 2026 Fashion: How to dress modestly for Iftar gatherings this Ramzan

Let craftsmanship, texture, and thoughtful detailing do the talking. When done right, your iftar look won’t just be fashionable but it will feel meaningful, graceful, and timeless

How to use nature elements and arrangements to create spring-friendly living rooms and spaces

LIFESTYLE

How to use nature elements and arrangements to create spring-friendly living rooms and spaces

In 2026, spring décor is about letting space, light, and air do the talking. A gentle reshuffling keeps interiors feeling fresh without feeding into excess consumption.

5 most popular animal-inspired jewellery defining luxury style in 2026

LIFESTYLE

5 most popular animal-inspired jewellery defining luxury style in 2026

For many, animal-inspired jewellery reflects personal values like the courage of a lion, the wisdom of an owl, or the freedom of a horse etc. making each piece deeply individual. The trend proves that luxury can be instinctive, emotional and timeless.

7 smart tips to boost productivity and focus during exam time

LIFESTYLE

7 smart tips to boost productivity and focus during exam time

Lifestyle choices have a huge bearing on your ability to focus and productivity quotient. So, to perform well in exams and improve concentration, one needs to make smart choices.

Decode your grocery cart: how to read a food label like an expert

HEALTH-AND-FITNESS

Decode your grocery cart: how to read a food label like an expert

Learning to read a food label properly is less about being fussy and more about being smart. The next time you’re in the supermarket aisle, take a few extra seconds to read beyond the branding

Does your partner have a different attachment style? Here's what you need to know

LIFESTYLE

Does your partner have a different attachment style? Here's what you need to know

Different emotional IQs don’t doom relationships but it can build into something stronger when handled with curiosity and care. In a healthy relationship, honesty prevents emotional guesswork, and saves a lot of unnecessary heartache.

Moonlit Silk: How to use calm greens, the most coveted colour of 2026, in home decor

LIFESTYLE

Moonlit Silk: How to use calm greens, the most coveted colour of 2026, in home decor

Home decor tips: According to the experts, the ‘Moonlit Silk’ shade captures the spirit of quieter living in today’s time. This shade of green is gentle rather than glossy and represents a sense of calm in the digital world.

Lunar New Year 2026: How the year of the fire horse is inspiring fashion

LIFESTYLE

Lunar New Year 2026: How the year of the fire horse is inspiring fashion

In the Lunar year 2026, fashion isn’t just celebrating the horse as a symbol of power, but as a reminder to move forward with clarity, confidence and grace

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