A look back at Winter Vogue, a two-day exhibition showcasing the best in local fashion, retail, lifestyle, and related services. Winter Vogue, an exhibition featuring over 50 local brands in fashion, retail,…
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Tucking into the new À La Carte menu at Crowne Plaza Residence The evening started with a slight confusion when my contacts at ICE Today and I set out for Crowne…
Sundora Beauty hosted a dazzling in-mall event, In the Starlight of Holiday, at Jamuna Future Park from December 23rd to 29th, 2024. This captivating multihouse fragrance pop up brought together four luxury…
A charming giftable set of Good Girl and Bad Boy releases for the holiday season: it’s the new Sparkling Ice collector’s edition of the beloved his-and-hers fragrances. Each are held in special…
Tawsif’s journey is a profound tale of rebirth, where passion, persistence, and transformation have shaped him into the celebrated actor he is today. What began as an unexpected path—starting as an Electrical…
From Bharatnatyam to ballet, Era’s journey is a captivating story of passion and perseverance In the quiet of her makeup room, Era, a ballerina, prepared for the performance of a lifetime. Calm…
The story behind Bangladeshi Watch Maker’s launch Bangladeshi Watch Maker (BWM) was born out of a desire to challenge the status quo in the world of wristwatches. Founded in 2021 as Bangladesh’s…
Asad Sattar on the heart and soul of Arka Fashion Week. In just two transformative years, Arka Fashion Week (AFW) has become a game-changer in Dhaka’s fashion realm. Asad Sattar, the visionary…
In 2009, Shahrina Haque embarked on her entrepreneurial journey by launching her clothing brand, Shahrina’s, from her own home. She has diligently managed her showroom and factory since 2012, ensuring quality…
DEFCLO is a launchpad for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in the world of retail, as well as a clothing brand in its own right. The innovative online retailer…
Md Shakawath Hossain, an exemplary figure in Bangladesh’s hospitality and tourism industry, has been recognized as the “Most Awarded Hotelier of Bangladesh 2024” by Bangladesh International Hotel Association (BIHA). This recognition…
The bti Stellar Women Initiative, a collaboration between bti and The Daily Star, is an empowerment award programme that recognises and celebrates the achievements of young, talented women in Bangladesh who are…
Ridy Sheikh has been a dance coach and educator since she was 15, beginning as an assistant coach at her school in Moscow, where she taught younger students. By 16, she had…
Let’s face it: 2024 has been a wild ride here in Bangladesh. It feels like we’re all emerging from a collective national trauma, doesn’t it? Between political tension, economic uncertainty, and –…
In the heart of one of the world’s fashion capitals, New York City, fashion weeks unite models with esteemed designers and brands to unveil their latest collections. Earlier this year, popular Bangladeshi…
Located in Dhanmondi and founded by sisters Safa and Saila Shareef in 2023, Salon 31 offers a sanctuary for clients to indulge in customised, luxurious treatments. For Safa, the transition from Shareef…
The year 2024 has brought its fair share of upheaval to Bangladesh, marked by political tension, economic instability, and widespread feelings of unease. Under these circumstances, many couples are reevaluating their…
Raymun, a collective of photographers and cinematographers, was founded in February 2022 out of a shared passion for capturing life’s most precious moments. Their journey began as a group of enthusiastic college…
Masud Khan, an esteemed Bangladeshi photographer based in Sydney, Australia, finds beauty in the seemingly ordinary moments of life. With a camera by his side, he has transformed his lifelong fascination with…
Tanvir Ali’s love for photography began during his university days in 2009, inspired by his desire to create and share stories through captivating visuals. After purchasing a camera with his own savings,…