Can you guess our favourite festival? It's bound to be Holi since Gulaal – both the colour and our label – are so beautifully intertwined with it. And, while the preps for the celebrations at the Studio are in full swing, we are dedicating this week's blog to 5 homegrown businesses that are doing work worth mentioning in this festive season. Don't forget to extend your support to these homegrown brands if you like what they are offering. 1. Phool Their origin story is as applause-worthy as the final products. They repurpose the floral waste from places of worship in...

As of late, we have immersed ourselves in the world of men’s fashion. And, we have loved exploring this side and diversifying our brand offerings in the process. So, after giving some thought to the topic of our weekly blog, we decided to center it around fashion advice and asked men about what THEY think works for everyone! Keep in mind that this “advice” is not set in stone. You don’t have to follow it if you don’t want to. Take it at face value and see if it works for you. Let’s begin! 1. Don’t be afraid of some...

We see the word ‘silhouette’ being thrown around frequently on the internet and in fashion magazines. But, what exactly does it mean? In simpler terms, a silhouette is the outline of a garment or more specifically, a dress. While plenty of dress silhouettes exist, we are counting down the five most popular ones today. Plus, it’s always helpful to have some silhouette knowledge at hand when choosing a one-piece according to your body type. Speaking of those, you can read our blog about determining your body type by clicking here. 1. Sheath silhouette Chances are that at least one of...

New year, new trends….or not? After days of research, Team Gulaal has finally prepared its fashion forecast for this year. However, a style that we’re not ready to let go of – loungewear. After all, it constitutes the new at-home uniform that is pleasant and professional at the same time. Need a dose of comfort and virtual-office-chic? Shop our lounge sets here. Now, time to find out which trends WE think will go viral in 2022! 1. Oversized shirts A light and liberating silhouette that is the perfect fusion of ‘runway model’ and ‘off-duty painter’. Pair the button-down with equally...

Team Gulaal pours love and skill in every collection it creates. When days of brainstorming and conceptualizing culminate into a successful response from you all, we rejoice. One such collection which has been praised tremendously is named 'Indigo Meadows'. It features denim dresses, jackets and tops. But, what makes it so special and bestselling? We elaborate below. 1. The time-intensive process We'll be honest. It takes us somewhere from eight to ten days to craft a piece from this collection. First, we stitch it raw and then send it for a wash so that it gets those classic denim crease...

WHY HAVE WE WRITTEN THIS BLOG? Shopping for clothes online is a delight and a massive convenience. But ordering the wrong-sized dress or pants can dampen your mood. To help you overcome this problem, we’ve described below what needs to be done to order the right-sized fits while shopping online. WHY TAKING MEASUREMENTS IS IMPORTANT ● To save yourself from the hassle of returning clothes once they show up to your doorstep. ● To easily navigate what could be several different versions of a size chart in various online stores. ● To understand how the clothes will fit and visualize...

Like everyone else, we draw inspiration for designs from our surroundings, personal experiences and of course – the fascinating wardrobes of Bollywood celebrities. To be honest, it's almost impossible to avoid seeing what a starlet wore to the gym or which B-town Diva showed up in the most scintillating lehenga for a Diwali party. Thus, after observing in abundance, we have penned down 5 style cues which we were able to pick up from Bollywood actresses for the festive season and also successfully incorporated them into our creations. 1. A Sharara Moment Patterned shararas have been trending for quite some...

So, here is the thing: Gulaal has always been associated with colourful, comfortable clothing. Go one step further and you will realize that several elements classify clothing as 'comfortable'. It could be soft lining, premium-quality fabric or POCKETS. Yep. We prioritize pockets because we always keep your comfort in mind. Our philosophy is simple: if your personal belongings are tucked safely in your pocket, then you can conquer the world in style and without worry. But have you wondered about the origin story of pockets? Where did they even come from? Let us dive “deep” into the “deep” history of...

Gulaal Fam, raise your hand if you love shopping. Raise your hand higher if you look forward to FESTIVE shopping. Come October, all of us start anticipating the arrival of a wide array of festivities. Bright lights, decadent sweets and SO many pictures. And of course – your outfit should always be on point. For this blog, we have handpicked outfits of all types. One could be ultra-glam while the other could be simple yet incredibly stylish. The final look depends on you and your choices. Ready to unravel the joys of festive clothing with Gulaal. 1. Gati PSA: If...

Home is where the heart is. It is not merely an address where our happiness resides, but a soft spot to land in after a hard day. Whether small or big, spacious or cramped, old or newly-made, it always exudes a life-giving feeling. Brightening up the appearance of your interiors is an art, very few could master. However, we at Gulaal are here to help you create a space that inspires and speaks to you in its own unique style. Changing a few accessories would not cost you a fortune, but would switch the whole feeling of the rooms in...

At Gulaal, we aspire to leave an unforgettable impression on the digital world by using our pictures. We feel that the pictures we upload daily on social media platforms allow us to tell the stories behind our apparel and accessories. With these thoughts in mind since last week, we HAD to venture to our Instagram and handpick five posts that have received tons of love from you and the rest of the Gulaal Tribe. Let's revisit them together and de-code what makes them so noteworthy. 1. Pockets full of happiness. After feeling inspired by a similar trend that had been...

Gulaal Fam is made up of amazing people like you. At the same time, it is full of various public figures who love wearing our creations. In this blog, we're recounting the top six celebrity looks in Gulaal. Let's begin this starry-eyed journey. 1. Priya Mani Raj If you're a fan of the hit web series 'Family Man' from Amazon Prime Video, you'll instantly know who we're referring to. Priyamani has appeared in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam films before the show and is also the recipient of a National Film Award. So, imagine our happiness when she served some...