Billionaire Jeff Bezos' wife Lauren Sánchez was spotted carrying a purse from an Indian luxury brand Ahikoza By Brham, when the couple arrived in Venice. The barrel-shaped black clutch is one of the brand's signature pieces, ANI reported. Founder Namrata Karad said it "isn't just a proud moment for Ahikoza, but a celebration of Indian design on the world stage."

Jeff Bezos' wife Lauren Sánchez seen carrying purse from Indian brand in Venice

Founded in 2016 by Simran Lal and Raul Rai, Nicobar is a sustainable lifestyle brand that blends Indian heritage with global minimalism. With a focus on slow fashion, ethical manufacturing, and eco-friendly materials, it offers thoughtfully designed clothing, homeware, and travel essentials. Nicobar appeals to conscious urban consumers seeking style, substance, and mindful luxury.

Nicobar: Sustainable Indian lifestyle brand since 2016

Founded by Kruthika Kumaran in 2017, Vilvah Store is a Coimbatore-based clean beauty brand known for eco-friendly skincare and haircare made with goat milk and aloe. Born from a personal mission, it now generates ₹27 crore revenue with sustainable packaging, in-house manufacturing, and strong R&D. Vilvah leads India’s farm-to-face movement with authenticity and mindful growth.

Vilvah: Coimbatore's clean beauty brand built with purpose

Tyaani Jewellery by Karan Johar, has launched its new campaign 'Forces Of Tyaani' featuring ambassadors including Shefali Shah, Tillotama Shome, Shweta Tripathi & Rasika Dugal. The campaign celebrates individuality as the rarest form of luxury. Through its unconventional approach, Tyaani aims to spotlight women with strength & character, who perfectly embody the essence of their unique aesthetic.

Karan Johar’s jewellery brand, Tyaani launches new faces

Ex-journalist Lauren Sánchez, who has tied the knot with billionaire Jeff Bezos, has shared pictures of herself dressed in her Dolce and Gabbana (D&G) wedding gown. "Not just a gown, a piece of poetry," she said. According to Vogue, the high-necked, hand-appliquéd Italian lace wedding dress took around 900 hours to make and has 180 hand-finished, silk chiffon-covered priest buttons. 

Pics show Lauren Sánchez in her D&G wedding gown that took 900 hrs to make

Rapper Badshah made his debut at the Amiri Spring-Summer 2026 runway show during Paris Men’s Fashion Week on Thursday. The 39-year-old posed with several international artists at the event, including French Montana, Colombian musician J Balvin, and American television presenter Steve Harvey. Badshah was dressed in a tailored black beaded fleck double-breasted blazer with matching flared trousers. 

Badshah debuts at Paris Men's Fashion Week, poses with Harvey 

India has the world's sixth-largest beauty market, but per capita spending remains low at just $15. That's driving demand for mini versions of luxury products from brands like Rare Beauty, Laneige, and Innisfree. Unlike in Western markets where minis are used for travel or sampling. Indian consumers see them as an affordable way to access premium beauty and express aspiration.

Why luxury beauty minis are winning over Indian consumers

Prada's sandal controversy escalated as politicians like Rohit Pawar and Sambhajiraje Chhatrapati denounce the brand for cultural appropriation. Using hashtags like #ChappalChor, social media campaigns accuse Prada of modern-day colonialism, urging global brands to credit traditional Indian artisans and uphold ethical fashion standards.

Public outcry in Kolhapur intensifies as politicians slam Prada

Prada's sandal, mirroring GI-tagged Kolhapuri chappals, has prompted BJP MP Dhananjay Mahadik to initiate legal steps. A PIL is being drafted for the Bombay High Court. Mahadik has also appealed to Union Minister Piyush Goyal, framing the issue as a threat to India's cultural and economic sovereignty.

BJP MP Mahadik pushes for legal action over GI violation by Prada

Following Prada’s release of a ₹1.2 lakh sandal resembling the Kolhapuri chappal, over 250 artisans in Kolhapur staged protests. They demand not just credit but fair trade opportunities. "Let them buy directly from us," said Bhupal Shete, calling out fashion’s double standards when it comes to indigenous design.