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The new minimalists

A gentle optimism and focus on enduring personal style are driving a new era of minimalism, says Navaz Batliwalla

How we rise

They shattered glass ceilings, challenged the boys’ clubs and held their own. They’ve taken risks, persevered and transformed their lives and ours. Fifty-something and thriving, Aruna Jayanthi, Vani Kola and Falguni Nayar tell Gayatri Rangachari Shah how they made it

Woman, Warrior, Legend!

From saving chimpanzees to saving the planet, whether it’s on global panels, through youth-action groups or via a home-grown podcast, Dr Jane Goodall is a relentless and tireless champion for a conscious and better future. She shares her life’s work and learnings and tells us why there’s cause for hope. In this unprecedented and cynical age, she might be the icon we need, finds Shahnaz Siganporia

THE ETERNAL OPTIMIST

At 54, Salma Hayek is playing a menopausal hitwoman, a Marvel superhero and, in a strange twist, the clairvoyant who plotted the murder of the Gucci heir. For the Mexico-born actor, who notches up life to equal part luck and grit, age is a defining factor, but one that has only helped her grow, finds Priyanka Khanna

15 Reasons To Visit The Maldives

From surfing to stargazing, Vogue India’s guide to the beautiful archipelagic nation shortlists exclusive island experiences you cannot leave without

What Is The Purpose Of My Life?

Seeking the answer led model Aria Das on a lifelong meditative journey. Now ordained Lama Aria Drolma, the Buddhist spiritual teacher shares her story of enlightenment.

Ambition In The Time Of A Pandemic

Goals, dreams, bucket lists—call it what you want, the age of COVID-19 has presented working women yet another challenge. Writer Nisha Susan taps into the sisterhood of women around her to enquire into the state of the ambition spiral most of us find ourselves in today

Ladies first

Guns and roses, light and dark, love, sex and magic—these books speak to everything from coming of age in a conflict zone to the Indian-American dream. Sana Goyal spotlights the five must-read female debut writers of 2021

Soul girl

Just as the pandemic has taught us to focus inward rather than outward, Sara Ali Khan believes that beauty resides in the mind before the body.

The Z factor

If millennials are all about the wellstaged, curated aesthetic, Gen Z has eschewed avocado toasts and pastel pink for showing off its zit stickers and middle-partings, playing with bold colours, and championing individuality and acceptance, reports Avanti Dalal

Loom to heirloom

Be it the organza Kanjeevaram or the khadi silk georgette, as Advaya from House Of Angadi enters its 10th year, K Radharaman, its founder, CEO and design head, looks back on how innovating the weave has reinvented the handwoven sari into a living tradition for the modern Indian woman.

Virtual reality

NFTs or non-fungible tokens are making design more digital, not just in art but in fashion too. Hitha Herzog reports on the new era

SONAM IN LONDON

From summer days spent picnicking at Hampstead Heath and shooting her next film in next-door Scotland’s freezing winter, to spending nights on end locked-down in her Notting Hill townhouse with her husband—style icon and superstar Sonam Kapoor Ahuja shares the anxieties and joys of the last year as she contemplates how to use her platform better and create a more conscious future, finds Radhika Seth

THE FUTURE IS NOW

Eight years after his appointment as creative director of womenswear at Louis Vuitton, Nicolas Ghesquière continues to explore the intersection of functionality and novelty in fashion. One of the most influential and admired designers in the industry, his meticulous approach celebrates craftsmanship and innovation.

Keeping it real

For the young star of Never Have I Ever, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, it’s her you-do-you philosophy that helps her navigate stardom, cyber-trolling and life at large, finds Mihika Agarwal

Poets Are The New Fashion Icons

Rhyme and rhythm is how they compose their poetry, but it is their style that serves as a stamp. Poets are the new fashion icons, and their coats and couplets are loaded with messages, finds Akanksha Kamath

Taapsee Pannu - In It To Win It

She’s vocal, fearless, and a force to reckon with. Taapsee Pannu is at her fittest best with a spate of upcoming releases, all as she continues being the poster girl for what it truly means to be the most authentic version of yourself, no matter what the trolls might say.

Manish Malhotra - Man On The Move

As he begins his third decade in fashion, Manish Malhotra, the master couturier and celluloid costumer, is embracing technology, reimagining luxury, and finally learning about worklife balance, all during a pandemic.

Therapeutic Power Of Food Through Four Seemingly Different Schools Of Thought

Ancient wisdom has always been a repository of healing edibles. Harvesting secrets from the East to the West, Sonal Ved breaks down the therapeutic power of food through four seemingly different schools of thought

Who Wants To Live Forever?

When Freddie Mercury belted out this famous line, little did he imagine that an entire generation would stand up to be counted. A far cry from the boons of sages or spells from fairy godmothers, eternal life may just be in your hands. Welcome to the world of biohacking.

For Some Fun In The Sun

Did you know that sunscreen is just as important when indoors as when outdoors? That’s right. So, whether you want optimum sun protection or just a non-irritating formula for your skin, choose from Japanese brand Bioré’s UV range that has sunscreens to suit every skin type

Golden girl

When it comes to her career, Sharvari is no stranger to the hustle. After assisting on films and schlepping it to auditions, the actor is set to make her Bollywood debut with Bunty Aur Babli 2. And her beauty and wellness routine is just as industrious—if she looks lit from within, it’s because she has been swiping, dabbing, juicing and trusting the process for years to make it happen.

BOOK CLUB

Something for everyone

Battle ready

Breast cancer survivor Shormistha Mukherjee shares how she reclaimed her sense of self by accepting the rage, pain and fear while powering through with a generous dose of sass and laughter

OUR MAN AT FENDI

As its newly appointed artistic director of womenswear, Kim Jones is bringing a deeply personal British sensibility to Fendi. He talks to Olivia Singer about drawing inspiration from the ‘Bloomsbury Group’, while Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott photograph Kate Moss wearing his debut couture collection at Charleston, the artistic set’s Sussex home

Paint by numbers

They’re young, audacious and relatable—illustrators today are using social media to not just rack up the likes, shares and followers, but to introduce new audiences to art and take its engagement to viral proportions, finds Radhika Iyengar

Sweet escape

Sometimes, it’s okay to get a little help from the outside to go within. And at this spa in the heart of Goa, your muscles and mind will both find relief.

The writing on the screen

From Bridgerton to Never Have I Ever, the on-screen narrative has changed. Meet the women of South Asian origin who are rewriting Hollywood, one script and one show at a time

Words collide

A powerful new novel begins a fresh chapter in novelist Jhumpa Lahiri’s now bilingual career, says Olivia Marks

Dressing for our dreams

Nap dress, house dress or just that nondescript silhouette worn at home and beyond has become the emblem of a pragmatist’s wardrobe, finds Akanksha Kamath