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Lifestyle & Cosmos
Welcome to Lifestyle & Cosmos—a blog by Sustainaverse for the curious, the conscious, and the creators.
We don’t believe in staying in one lane; instead, we bring together the things that make a modern life meaningful:
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Sustainable Style: We’re obsessed with fashion that feels good and does good. From the latest in eco-friendly fabrics to the stories behind the labels, we explore how to build a better wardrobe.
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Living Well: Simple tips for a more intentional life. Whether it’s choosing better products or finding a slower pace, we’re all about making "conscious living" feel easy.
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Digital Balance: In a world of endless scrolling, we talk about the joy of deep reading and how to stay sane in a digital-first world.
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The Startup Life: We go behind the scenes of what it truly means to be an entrepreneur.
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Space & Beyond: Space isn't just for scientists! We look at how space exploration is changing our future on Earth and what it means for how we’ll live tomorrow.
Our vibe: We believe that the way we live today—from the clothes we wear to the tech we use—shapes the world of tomorrow.
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Forget Dusty Narratives, Get to Know the Pioneers of Contemporary Indian Textiles
Social media has certainly given us the tools to connect with the unknown, but to believe that it can replace the depth of written archives is simply naive, if not devoid of complete and any synaptic connections.
Sumana Mukherjee
2 days ago2 min read
The Real Cost of Burnout
For years, the world sold us a lie. It told us that if we weren't exhausting ourselves, we weren't serious enough. Hustle harder. Sleep when you're dead. Your worth lives in your productivity. And for a lot of people, working themselves to the bone isn't even a philosophy. It's survival. But here's the truth nobody says clearly enough: burning out is not the answer. It never was. And it costs far more than just your energy.
Sumana Mukherjee
5 hours ago3 min read
Find Your Fragrance : The National Fragrance Day Edit
Yves Saint Laurent Beauty’s first alcohol-free scent from the iconic LIBRE family wraps the skin in a delicate veil of juicy citruses and radiant orange blossom. Its sensorial oil-in-water formula melts seamlessly into skin, leaving it soft, luminous, and beautifully scented, intimate, elegant, and irresistibly fresh. Light, non-sticky, and effortlessly sensual, this fragrance feels like sunshine and scent lingering on the skin.
Sumana Mukherjee
4 days ago1 min read
The Focus Protocol: How to Engineer Focused Work Anywhere
Here's a 3-step protocol that allows you to transform any workspace into a high-performance zone. Whether you are in a bustling office or a chaotic home, these engineering principles will help you reclaim your cognitive command and end the cycle of reactive firefighting.
Sumana Mukherjee
4 days ago1 min read
No Orbit Lasts Forever : The Mechanics Behind Orbital Decay
To understand why satellites in Low Earth Orbit do not remain in orbit indefinitely, it is necessary to first understand what orbit actually is from a mechanical standpoint, and why the conditions that sustain it are continuously being degraded by a physical phenomenon that is widely underestimated in its significance.
Sumana Mukherjee
Mar 147 min read
The Moon just got more interesting — and so did your career
For years, Artemis III was THE mission. The one that would return astronauts to the lunar surface for the first time since 1972. It had the world watching.
Then, in February 2026, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman stood up and said: not yet.
Artemis III has been redesigned from a crewed lunar surface mission into an Low Earth Orbit rendezvous — where spacecrafts will meet one or more lunar landers in orbit to test docking, spacesuits and critical systems.
Sumana Mukherjee
Mar 124 min read
Introducing Sonrisa: Authentic Korean Skincare, Thoughtfully Crafted for Indian Skin
Guided by Korea’s research-driven skincare philosophy, Sonrisa blends advanced dermatological science with purposeful, clean formulations to create effective, gentle, and trustworthy products suited for Indian skin and climate. Each product is dermatologically tested, vegan, and transparently formulated, turning everyday skincare into a mindful ritual of care and confidence.
Sumana Mukherjee
Mar 111 min read
Celebrating Women in Leadership
Kirti’s entry into the Thathera craft tradition was born of curiosity, not
commerce. Years spent in research-led projects, experiential retail, museum
curation at Qila Gobindgarh, and hands-on collaboration with artisan
communities gave her an intimate understanding, from material mastery to consumer insight.
Sumana Mukherjee
Mar 105 min read
Why I’m Building Kriti Magazine: Documenting the Indian Textile Industry Beyond the Scroll
Why am I building Kriti Magazine? To document crafts and practices in the Indian Textile Industry. Why does it matter? Think about what you have been scrolling through for the past 12 months — well-known European fashion houses reinterpreting Indian crafts without citing the original creators, followed by a storm of carousels that explain centuries of craft evolution in 11 slides to shine light on the original creators (without actual credits to the creators). What do you rem
Sumana Mukherjee
Mar 93 min read
Want to Become a Space Engineer? Learn Science and Maths first!
To pursue a career in the space sector without a deep, functional grasp of the mathematical frameworks that describe orbital mechanics or structural dynamics is to attempt to build complex systems without understanding the fundamental rules that govern them, because the vacuum of space is a high-stakes environment that offers zero margin for error and recognizes only the absolute laws of physics.
Sumana Mukherjee
Mar 32 min read
Why Your Digital Wellbeing Strategy is "Stalling" (And How to Fix Your Flight Path)
Master digital well-being using aerospace engineering principles. Identify the "drag factors" killing your focus and reclaim your mission control at the Mission Control Club.
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 272 min read
Florian Hurel Hair Couture & Spa Unveils Hyderabad Flagship, Redefining Immersive Luxury
Florian Hurel Hair Couture & Spa announces the opening of its newest flagship in Jubilee Hills, introducing a 15,000 sq. ft. private bungalow designed as a dedicated destination for immersive, experience-led luxury.
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 263 min read
6 Steps to Stay Sane in a Toxic Work Environment
Navigating a professional landscape that feels more like a battlefield than a workplace is an exhausting endeavor. When the environment is fueled by negativity, blurred boundaries, or a lack of psychological safety, your mental well-being and productivity are the first to suffer.
This article explores six actionable steps to help you maintain your sanity and protect your energy in a toxic work environment.
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 202 min read
Unlocking the Power of AI: How Shopping Innovations Enhance Your Experience in 2026
What if the way you shop could not only save you time and money — but also help save the planet?
It sounds ambitious. But in 2026, artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping the e-commerce landscape in ways that make this vision more achievable than ever. From hyper-personalised product recommendations to sustainability-scoring algorithms, AI in shopping is no longer science fiction — it's the new standard. And at Sustainaverse, we believe that when technology and consciou
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 196 min read
YSL Beauty Introduces LOOKS SUR MESURE in India
Rooted deeply in YSL Beauty’s Parisian heritage yet intuitively crafted for Indian beauty sensibilities, Looks Sur Mesure translates the brand’s iconic aesthetic into colours, textures, and techniques that feel bold and aspirational for the Indian consumers. Every look in this curated collection reflects the unapologetic spirit of YSL Beauty, daring beauty that defines confidence with a modern edge.
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 184 min read
P•TAL Introduces the Davara Filter Coffee Set: A Tribute to South India’s Timeless Coffee
South Indian filter coffee is a ritual, a pause in the day, and a shared cultural experience. Inspired by this heritage, P•TAL (Punjabi Thathera Art Legacy) presents the Davara Filter Coffee Set, a contemporary reinterpretation of the iconic davara–tumbler ensemble, designed to bring the art of South Indian coffee into modern homes.
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 172 min read
Participating as a woman in Space Tech
In my early 20s, I didn't realise that my interest in hobbies, music, movies, were slowly getting shaped by some men around me. I remember feeling quite a misfit in my initial days of master studies. Not that all of it was bad, it just excluded me from understanding my own gender. I liked rockets, I liked satellites but I did not like some of my classmates and colleagues justifying destruction, setting up intellectual debates on global affairs with the logic that even the dev
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 144 min read
Love Is in the Glow: A Valentine’s Beauty & Self-Care Edit 💖
Love Is in the Glow: A Valentine’s Beauty & Self-Care Edit
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 131 min read
Gully Labs Launches GL003 Shaahi Revisit with Rashmeet Kaur and a New Fragrance Chapter
Rooted in the belief that Talent is the New Treasure, Gully Labs’ GL003 Shaahi Revisit brings together craft, culture, and sensory storytelling in its latest chapter. The campaign features singer Rashmeet Kaur, whose grounded artistry and contemporary voice reflect the collection’s ethos of honouring skill over spectacle.
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 132 min read
Valentine’s Day Gifting Ideas: Thoughtful, Stylish, and Beyond the Usual
P-TAL Copper Moscow Mule Mugs
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, here's a curated list of beauty and self-care picks that celebrate love in all its forms, from gifting to others to indulging in some well-deserved self-love moments.
Sumana Mukherjee
Feb 123 min read
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