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As Nicobar celebrates a decade, the founders talk about an exciting new collaboration, downtime, and whether you can drink champagne in their kulhars (the answer is yes)

How the ‘Indian future vintage’ designer behind Kartik Research, an LVMH Prize semi-finalist, became the architect of cool

Water is colourless. Your drinkware doesn’t have to be

After years of skipping grease for masks and leave-ins, we’re going back to our roots (literally). Our picks, though, are an upgrade on your childhood champi

At this year’s design fair, the once-whimsical silhouette re-emerged in stone, paper, and art-led interpretations that feel anything but kitsch

We test if Indian activewear brand Mile Collective is actually worth your hard-earned coins

Before Raw Mango’s London Fashion Week show, we do a spot of veggie shopping and discuss pre-show rituals with the designer

Plus, Mary Janes for all genders, a kaali-peeli collectible, and more of The Nod’s current obsessions 

Ditch the sneaker, the new hype footwear is handcrafted in India

The designer’s collaboration with Sundari Silks is a pared-back ode to the traditional south Indian silk sari

14 boundary-pushing chairs by homegrown designers that champion craft, character, and contemporary cool

Following the launch of his new accessory collection, the designer spoke about chant-filled mornings, big days, and classic romance films