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The Journal

Notes on Craft & Style

Trends, styling notes and the stories behind each collection.

Four-piece going-out capsule wardrobe in black, ivory, maroon, and block print from Shanzay B
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Building a Going-Out Capsule Wardrobe: 4 Pieces, Endless Combinations

A going-out capsule wardrobe doesn’t need ten outfits — just a handful of pieces that mix cleanly across color, technique, and formality.

August 7, 2026
Three Pakistani wedding guest outfits for mehndi, baraat, and walima from Shanzay B
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What to Wear to a Pakistani Wedding: Mehndi, Baraat & Walima Guide

Mehndi, baraat, walima — each wedding event has a different dress code. A practical guide to planning a Pakistani wedding guest wardrobe.

August 6, 2026
Long straight kurta with border embroidery, part of the comfort-with-structure 2026 Pakistani fashion trend
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Comfort With Structure: The Pakistani Fashion Trend Defining 2026

The defining Pakistani fashion story of 2026: comfort with structure, border embroidery over all-over work, and a shift to warm earthy tones.

August 4, 2026
A capsule shoe wardrobe — flat, sneaker, mule, and heel styles from Shanzay B
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The Shoe Wardrobe You Actually Need: A Simple Guide

Most wardrobes have too many clothes and not enough shoes. A simple framework for building a shoe collection that covers everything without overbuying.

August 3, 2026
Two Shanzay B signature perfume bottles styled for a fragrance buying guide
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How to Choose a Perfume (And Make It Last All Day)

Most people judge perfume by the first ten seconds off the bottle — the least reliable moment. How to actually choose one, and make it last longer.

August 1, 2026
Ivory paisley block-print saree with mustard blouse, styled for a saree buying guide
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How to Choose (and Style) a Printed Saree

Sarees are hard to judge online — print scale, drape, and formality all matter. A real buying and styling guide, from daytime festive to wedding wear.

July 31, 2026
Three abaya styles from Shanzay B — everyday, formal embroidered, and kaftan-style for weddings
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How to Choose the Right Abaya for Every Occasion

An abaya has to work harder than almost any other piece. Here’s how to choose the right one — for daily wear, formal occasions, and weddings.

July 30, 2026
Two new black embroidered kurta sets with hand block-printed trousers from Shanzay B
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New Arrivals: Embroidered Kurtas Meet Hand Block-Printed Trousers

Two new pieces pair hand embroidery with hand block-printed trousers — craft and pattern in one outfit. Meet the Noir Blossom and Midnight Noir sets.

July 29, 2026
Five black kurtas styled for office, casual, semi-formal, and festive occasions
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5 Ways to Style a Black Kurta (For Every Occasion)

Black is the one color that always works — but it can read five totally different ways. A real styling guide to getting the most out of a black kurta.

July 29, 2026
Close-up comparison of gold embroidery and block-printed diamond pattern on black fabric
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Embroidery vs Block Print: What’s the Difference (And Can You Wear Both)?

Embroidery and block print are often confused, but they’re completely different techniques. Here’s how to tell them apart, and when to choose each.

July 29, 2026