casual with a chance of trainers

Sensuous, magical, feminine, the sari is one of the most versatile garments. India’s national costume is usually associated with traditional, even domestic women, but the country’s youth are shattering this stereotype by customizing the look in ways that are at once convenient and comfortable, and making the sari everyday wear. From playing with draping styles to pairing the garment over leggings or jeans and replacing the choli blouse with a T-shirt or crop top, the new generation looks upon the sari as a contemporary wardrobe staple, thanks to social workers and social media stars alike. Soon after Eshna Kutty’s hula-hooping…Continue Reading

Education Ministry allows casual clothes, sportswear during hot spells

PETALING JAYA: The Education Ministry has agreed to allow students and teachers in all education institutions under its purview to be in casual wear and sports attire during the current hot weather. “We always emphasize the welfare, health and safety of students, teachers and (administrators) during the hot spell and prolonged drought that is hitting the country,” it said in a statement on Wednesday (May 3). ALSO READ: Send kids to school with water bottles, parents told “Such hot weather can trigger harmful heatwaves that are detrimental to health. “Hence, the ministry has agreed to give special permission to students,…Continue Reading