Payal Singhal is a leading South Asian fashion house that emphasises on modern Indian bridal and occasionwear intermingled with a global flair of design. We get candid and up-close with the woman behind the successful brand - Payal Singhal, upon completing 21 years in the industry, building a sustainable and ethical brand, the importance of collaborations, and the way ahead.

October 2021 saw 32-year-old Deepit Chugh from Mumbai, and 28-year-old Twinkle Hanspal from New Delhi, bag the prestigious title of INIFD presents GenNext designers, who were selected via a virtual jury selection process. Let’s get to know this year’s winners better and what exactly made them stand out from amongst a pool of abled contestants.

Homegrown label Tintory strives to provide a green clothing experience to the consumers of today, by working with 100 per cent natural fibres, and natural dyeing and printing techniques to make the wearer feel close to nature.

Upholding sustainable practices of slow fashion, Qua by Rupanshi Agarwal and Bharat Agarwal, focuses on the longevity and versatility of clothes by sourcing high-quality fabrics and further works towards normalising functionality in women’s workwear. Apparel Resources (AR), in a candid conversation, unravels what motivated the brother-sister to launch a women’s workwear brand.