This festive season, shop wardrobe essentials by Mrunalini Rao at Armadio! Best known for her three-tiered lehenga, that she showcased at Lakme India  Fashion Week, Mrunalini Rao's fashion aesthetic appeals to people looking for elegant ensembles. The label brings together fluid fabrics, pleasant hues and versatile silhouettes which are uniquely embellished. Drop by Armadio on the 20th of October to meet Mrunalini Rao and shop her latest collection.

Indiranagar, Bangalore. Ph: 070225 35268 

Chalk in this Sunday to do something new and beneficial, almost necessary even at Om Made Cafe! Learn to make your own bath salt and body scrub with nourishing body-loving bare ingredients. The workshop will be conducted by Bare necessities founder Sahar Mansoor, who will  talk about waste reduction and teach basic techniques of making these products, which you can take back home. Attend this workshop and get aware about over-consumption, the global garbage crisis, and the associated environment and health impacts. Reducing waste means less environmental impact, less resources, and energy used.

Brass Tacks has been mastering pattern-making, experimenting with hand-crafted textiles, creating and developing a network of craftsmen and weaver cooperatives for 11 years now. While staying true to Indian textiles, Brass Tacks highlights the craft with contemporary silhouettes that appeal to a global audience. Preview the sale from 10th - 13th August and Earn or Redeem Stars on the new collection, now in store.

Alwarpet, Chennai. Ph: 04442081767

Brass Tacks' new collection features handwoven stripes in thin cotton and soft textured khadi woven by weaving cooperatives along the river Godavari. The silhouettes include fit and flare dresses, wrap dresses, culottes and jumpsuits which are perfectly structured and made out of breathable and soft fabrics, perfect for the weather. Earthy colours are the main focus of the collection with a strong commitment to sustainability.

Alwarpet, Chennai. Ph: 044 42081767

Indira Nagar, Bangalore. Ph: 080 40958201

Payal Pratap's new collection evokes the multi sensory experience of a field of flowers in the summertime with her latest collection, crafted from handloom cotton, khadi and linen. Playful asymmetric hemlines, gathered maxi dresses, loose A line coats and jackets meet summer dresses adorned with floral details like applique, crochet and beads. Browse through these comfortable summery statement pieces at Cinnamon from 8th to 17th June.

Alipore,Kolkata. Ph: 033 2448 5088

Lodhi Colony,New Delhi. Ph: 01124638878

Leela Palace,Bangalore. Ph: 080 4090 0180