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Why Bangladeshi brides choose red and how the palette is changing

Red — bold, vibrant, and unapologetically commanding — has been the traditional colour of Bangladeshi bridal wear for centuries. But why this strong association with red? And why are we now seeing brides experiment with hues like pink, white, and even green?

A Mughal inspired Eid Collection from SaRa Lifestyle

What makes Ramadan more exciting is the anticipation of Eid which calls for a new vibrant wardrobe. For many of us, Eid day celebrations will remain incomplete without a new and unique outfit and this year Sara Lifestyle is bringing a wide range of designs that are bound to make shopping for the festive season much easier. With a modern Mughal theme, the collection has a regal and urban flare befitting the joyous event.

Carrie Bradshaw outfits we still love

Here are 5 iconic outfits worn by the star that would still get a place of honour in our wardrobes.

#Lifehacks / Guide to street shopping in Dhaka

Let's be honest, almost all of us have seen the multiple vans and carts (thela garis) filled with various clothes, jewellery and accessories while going about our day and wanted to stop and shop. But truth be told, it does seem kind of intimidating, which is where this guide to street shopping comes in!

TAAGA — Fresh as Youth

Feel it or not, fall is here. And with the new season, TAAGA is here with its fresh tie-and-dye prints and snazzy designs. Keeping the hide-and-seek mood of the sun and clouds in mind, the brand’s collection is both summer-friendly and easy on the eyes, a perfect amalgamation of comfort and joyfully creative style. Dyes have been an indispensable part of TAAGA for as long as one can remember and the brand has routinely played it up with colours, prints and cuts that are experimental, playful and bold in equal measure. This time around, the creative minds behind the lively brand have worked with refreshing festive, vibrant, and soothing colours and patterns at the core of the TAAGA fall offering, in cuts that are both simple and unconventional.

Essential preparation tips for this year’s Hajj

Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to the holiest city of Makkah, will be in full form this year. Muslims around the world, including Bangladesh, will take this divine journey as part of their religious duty.

How to layer your winter clothes

Layering, in simple terms, means to dress up using multiple garments that are worn on top of each other. Despite being tricky and daunting, layering does allow for a lot of creative freedom and room for experimentation.

A style guide to wearing the season’s hottest accessories

We do not get snow, we do not get near freezing temperatures and thus, looking all bundled up and snug and stylish is next to impossible without it looking a teensy bit of overkill.

November 25, 2024
November 25, 2024

Why Bangladeshi brides choose red and how the palette is changing

Red — bold, vibrant, and unapologetically commanding — has been the traditional colour of Bangladeshi bridal wear for centuries. But why this strong association with red? And why are we now seeing brides experiment with hues like pink, white, and even green?

April 3, 2023
April 3, 2023

A Mughal inspired Eid Collection from SaRa Lifestyle

What makes Ramadan more exciting is the anticipation of Eid which calls for a new vibrant wardrobe. For many of us, Eid day celebrations will remain incomplete without a new and unique outfit and this year Sara Lifestyle is bringing a wide range of designs that are bound to make shopping for the festive season much easier. With a modern Mughal theme, the collection has a regal and urban flare befitting the joyous event.

February 4, 2023
February 4, 2023

Carrie Bradshaw outfits we still love

Here are 5 iconic outfits worn by the star that would still get a place of honour in our wardrobes.

October 10, 2022
October 10, 2022

Guide to street shopping in Dhaka

Let's be honest, almost all of us have seen the multiple vans and carts (thela garis) filled with various clothes, jewellery and accessories while going about our day and wanted to stop and shop. But truth be told, it does seem kind of intimidating, which is where this guide to street shopping comes in!

September 18, 2022
September 18, 2022

TAAGA — Fresh as Youth

Feel it or not, fall is here. And with the new season, TAAGA is here with its fresh tie-and-dye prints and snazzy designs. Keeping the hide-and-seek mood of the sun and clouds in mind, the brand’s collection is both summer-friendly and easy on the eyes, a perfect amalgamation of comfort and joyfully creative style. Dyes have been an indispensable part of TAAGA for as long as one can remember and the brand has routinely played it up with colours, prints and cuts that are experimental, playful and bold in equal measure. This time around, the creative minds behind the lively brand have worked with refreshing festive, vibrant, and soothing colours and patterns at the core of the TAAGA fall offering, in cuts that are both simple and unconventional.

May 28, 2022
May 28, 2022

Essential preparation tips for this year’s Hajj

Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to the holiest city of Makkah, will be in full form this year. Muslims around the world, including Bangladesh, will take this divine journey as part of their religious duty.

January 23, 2022
January 23, 2022

How to layer your winter clothes

Layering, in simple terms, means to dress up using multiple garments that are worn on top of each other. Despite being tricky and daunting, layering does allow for a lot of creative freedom and room for experimentation.

December 30, 2021
December 30, 2021

A style guide to wearing the season’s hottest accessories

We do not get snow, we do not get near freezing temperatures and thus, looking all bundled up and snug and stylish is next to impossible without it looking a teensy bit of overkill.