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Craft, Community, and Storytelling: Sreesha Shetty, Founder of ShopLune

August 29, 2024 Sreesha Shetty, founder of Lune, has turned her passion for handcrafted jewelry into a leading female-run label, favored by stylists and celebrities. Unlike trend-driven brands, Lune reflects Sreesha’s artistic vision, offering timeless statement and everyday pieces. With stores in Mumbai and Goa and a strong online presence, Lune has grown from a passion project to one of India's top jewelry labels. For aspiring entrepreneurs, Sreesha’s journey is a testament to building a brand rooted in creativity.Podcast, Season 2

Building a Belief-Led Brand with Raul Rai, Co-founder of Nicobar

August 22, 2024Raul discusses his transition from investment banking to entrepreneurship, co-founding Nicobar with Simran Lal. The conversation explores the brand's commitment to mindful consumption, creating timeless designs, and balancing aspiration with accessibility. Raul also emphasizes learning from customers, the role of luck, and personal growth from taking risks. The episode offers insightful advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.Podcast, Season 2

A Closer Look at Richa Maheshwari’s Boito: An Ode to Odisha’s Textile Legacy

August 21, 2024Boito’s Richa Maheshwari speaks to Blur The Border on how a sabbatical trip to Odisha's remotest villages amidst its textile legacy led her back to her roots.India On The Map

For AKHL’s Akhil Nagpal, the true potential of Indian craftsmanship can be tapped through their innovation

August 13, 2024Blur The Border speaks with Akhil Nagpal on what makes the country’s textiles and crafts uniquely Indian, and how combining their generational expertise with AKHL's engineered textiles seeks to shape their global identity.India On The Map

The Creative Force Behind Valliyan: Nitya Arora

August 2, 2024Nitya Arora, the founder of Valliyan, has been a pivotal force in India's homegrown brand revolution, showcasing her talents in curation, styling, and creative direction, with notable achievements in 2024 including a standout Lakme Fashion Week presentation and the opening of a new store in Kala Ghoda, Mumbai.Podcast, Season 2

People, Stories, and Collaboration with Pranav Misra, Co-founder of Huemn

July 31, 2024Pranav Misra of Huemn shares insights on balancing creativity and business, emphasizing individuality and storytelling over transactions.Podcast, Season 2

Making Luxury Matter with Shivam Punjya, Founder of behno New York

July 18, 2024Shivam Punjya, an academic and researcher, founded the premium leather handbag brand behno New York with a strong focus on social impact at every stage of production. Born and raised in California, he launched behno New York in the US, and it has now become a favorite among Indian homegrown labels. Recently, behno New York signed Katrina Kaif as the brand ambassador for its Indian launch. This episode explores behno New York's growth and how Shivam has blended luxury with social responsibility.Podcast, Season 2

Backstage with Blur The Border Season 2

July 11, 2024Backstage with Blur the Border is back with its second edition of the weekly podcast series. In this podcast, we go behind the scenes to discover India’s booming fashion industry through a fresh lens.Podcast

Backstage with Vivek Sahni, founder of Kama Ayurveda

June 25, 2024In this episode, the founder of Kama Ayurveda shares essential tips on establishing a successful store, staying connected with customers, perfecting your products, and maintaining uncompromising quality.Podcast, Season 2

What Red Carpet Events like Cannes Say About India’s Shifting Fashion Narratives

May 30, 2024This year’s edition of the Cannes Festival showcased emerging themes that deviated from traditional fashion norms, hinting at possibilities for the future of Indian fashion.India On The Map

Inside Blur The Border’s Event

March 21, 2024Following our editorial success, Blur The Border brought our digital community together in a physical space for the first time at Soho House, Mumbai.Events

Is Age Appropriate Dressing Still A Thing?

March 21, 2024Diverse age groups weigh in on whether the idea is alive or extinctDebate

What can homegrown brands do better?

March 15, 2024While homegrown labels have been able to bridge that gap between two categories that have continually shaped Indian fashion - international labels and traditional Indian designers -fashion insiders underscore a few key areas that still await exploration.Podcast

Indian Menswear: The Industry’s shift from safe to bold

March 13, 2024India's leading stylists discuss the emerging landscape of Indian menswear on the first season of Backstage with Blur The BorderIndia On The Map, Podcast

Decoding street-style in the desi context

November 10, 2023India On The Map

ReWild ‘23: Anita Dongre’s couture for a cause reinforces fashion as a force of change

November 9, 2023The fashion fundraiser showed the prowess of an Indian design house to orchestrate a grand-scale event that seamlessly merged opulence with social welfare.India On The Map

Backstage with Vinita Makhija – Fashion Stylist and Writer

November 1, 2023In this ninth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Vinita about her multifaceted professional roles and how she integrates her profound passion for repurposing into her career as a stylistPodcast

Backstage with Aastha Sharma – Film & Wedding Stylist

October 25, 2023In this eighth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Aastha about how fashion is her calling and the growing popularity of Indian homegrown brands and designersPodcast

Crafting Empowerment: Part II

October 23, 2023A global odyssey of reviving crafts and textilesIndia On The Map

Backstage with Shreeja Rajagopal – Celebrity and Wedding Stylist

October 19, 2023In this seventh episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Shreeja about her journey from an outsider to an ace stylist and starting her own venturePodcast

Backstage with Divyak D’Souza – Stylist and Costume Designer

October 11, 2023In this sixth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Divyak about the difference between styling for ad campaigns and editorial shoots, and his advice for newcomers in the industryPodcast

Backstage with Anisha Jain – Celebrity Stylist

October 6, 2023In this fifth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Anisha about the significance of recognizing the value of one's own work and the challenges of being a celebrity stylistPodcast

Crafting Empowerment: Part I

September 29, 2023How three female founders are uplifting women through textile and craftsmanshipIndia On The Map

Backstage with Isha Bhansali – Celebrity Menswear Stylist

September 26, 2023In this fourth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Isha on her shift from editorial styling to menswear styling and her advice on starting out in the industry.Podcast

Backstage with Prayag Menon – Stylist and Creative Consultant

September 18, 2023In this third episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Prayag about his journey from being a pilot to a self-taught stylist and art director and his thoughts on Indian fashion's global stancePodcast

Backstage with Meagan Concessio – Fashion Stylist

September 11, 2023In this second episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Meagan about her creative process when it comes to styling an A-list actorPodcast

Backstage with Eka Lakhani – Stylist and Costume Designer

September 2, 2023In this first episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we dive deep into both her work as a costume designer and stylist and how she started her styling company Team E.Podcast

Backstage with Blur The Border

August 31, 2023New episodes release every Friday. Follow the podcast to stay updated. Podcast

Introducing India On The Map

July 1, 2023India On The Map

Are dress codes at work dated?

June 29, 2023Debate

Is there a ‘right’ way to represent Indian fashion?

June 28, 2023India On The Map

Are we really willing to welcome jeans back into our wardrobes?

June 28, 2023Debate

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