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Lifestyle & Cosmos

Welcome to Lifestyle and Cosmos, the everyday storytelling space of Sustain-A-Verse.

Here, we bring together five worlds that shape the way we live and imagine the future:

Fashion & Textiles – from Indian heritage weaves to global luxury trends.
Conscious Living – thoughtful choices for everyday life and work.
Digital Wellness & Reading – slowing down in a fast world.
Startups & Entrepreneurship – ideas that spark change and inspire growth.
Space Tech & Innovation – the final frontier, brought closer to daily life.

This is a journal of conversations, questions, and reflections that connect art with science, tradition with innovation, and the personal with the planetary.

The Luxury of Logging Out: Why True Rest Feels Rare in a Hyperconnected World

Treat logging out as a choice that elevates daily life. Close the laptop not because you must, but because you value your own rhythm. Keep the phone away not because it distracts, but because you deserve stillness. The luxury lies not in technology itself, but in the freedom to step outside of it.

Sumana Mukherjee

17 hours ago1 min read

How Space Startups Are Shaping the Future of Everyday Life

Space is not only about watching rockets on livestreams. It is about better internet on your phone, accurate weather forecasts on your app, and sustainable solutions in your city. Every conscious consumer, fashion lover, or entrepreneur is already part of the new space economy — even if they don’t realize it yet.

Sumana Mukherjee

2 days ago2 min read

A woman wearing quiet luxury clothes and sitting on a chair in lazy luxury

Lazy Luxury: The Casual Elegance Trend Redefining Quiet Fashion in 2025

It’s the style of weekend designer travellers and city dwellers alike, a fashion language that bridges ease and distinction. Let your wardrobe whisper luxury, not shout it.

Sumana Mukherjee

2 days ago1 min read

Slow Living in a Fast City: How to Reclaim Your Everyday Life

A phone-free breakfast becomes a ritual of clarity. Walking to work instead of scrolling during a cab ride opens the senses to the city’s rhythm. Cooking a simple meal turns from a chore into a grounding practice. None of these acts demand more hours. They demand more presence.

Sumana Mukherjee

3 days ago2 min read

Mr. Yogesh Chaudhary, Director of Jaipur Rugs

HandKnotted Spaces : The Jaipur Rugs Story

In this feature, we step into the world of such collections, where weavers not just weave a rug, but in reality, they turn into storytellers.

Sumana Mukherjee

4 days ago1 min read

Print Comeback: Why Digital May Not Be the Only Sustainable Future

That said, is digital a really sustainable alternative? Are we really just piling up more information in our heads and folders? Isn't it time to reflect upon our energy usage everytime we upload our thoughts to the cloud?

Sumana Mukherjee

5 days ago1 min read

What Does Circular Fashion Really Mean?

Instead of letting clothes end up in landfills, circular fashion ensures they stay in the loop through repair, resale, upcycling, or recycling. A saree becoming a quilt, a kurta turning into cushion covers, or a handwoven fabric being re-dyed and re-loved — these are all small acts of circularity.

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 261 min read

Kriti Magazine Book Recommendation: Pather Panchali by Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay

For our very first Kriti Magazine Book Recommendation, we bring you a timeless gem of Bengali literature – Pather Panchali by...

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 252 min read

kiniho jainsem model photoshoot Meghalaya

Peaceful Creations : Handloom Edit

By Chahat Wahi, Contributor at Kriti Magazine In the Bhoi dialect, Kiniho means “these are the ones”. It is a phrase that asks us to pay...

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 221 min read

How To Train Your Brain to Ignore Your Phone at 2 AM?

Actionable Tips That Actually Work Scrolling at 2 AM feels harmless until the mind refuses to switch off. The body needs rest. The brain...

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 162 min read

Indian Textiles – Everyday Heritage for the Modern Workplace

From Bengaluru’s tech parks to Gurugram’s glass towers, from Mumbai’s media offices to Hyderabad’s co-working hubs — India’s modern work...

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 152 min read

Sustainable Luxe Tailoring and Bold Silhouettes: Fashion’s Fresh Frontier in 2025

Sustainable Luxe Tailoring 2025: Elegance with Purpose Fashion in 2025 is redefining luxury through sustainability. Sustainable luxe...

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 142 min read

Beyond the Scroll: Surprising Benefits and Everyday Wins of Savouring Long-Form Reading

Picture this: you settle in with a magazine, sunlight flickers across a colorful photo, and a story stretches wide in front of you—full...

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 132 min read

Workwear For Men in Indian Summers : Stay Cool, Look Sharp

Indian summer is relentless—but your style doesn’t have to melt with the mercury. When blazing commutes and heatwave office hours try to knock out your confidence, your wardrobe can step in to save the day. Let’s dive into how to pick the perfect workwear for men that keeps you cool, crisp, and ready for anything the Indian summer throws your way.

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 112 min read

Work-Life Balance in Remote Work: Tips for Digital Wellness & Productivity

Achieving work-life balance has become more challenging and more essential than ever with the culture of remote work. As remote work and always-on smartphones reshape our routines, the lines between personal life and professional responsibilities are easy to blur. Yet, with intentional practices, you can reclaim control and foster greater digital wellness.

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 101 min read

an Indian woman wearing a white cotton saree

How to Drape a Saree Like It’s Art – An Elegant Guide for Timeless Style

Across India, every region has its own draping style, each telling a unique story of culture, heritage, and artistry. The act of draping is not just a daily ritual but a performance of elegance, where every pleat and pallu placement reflects a deep connection to craft and identity. Whether you are preparing for a celebration or embracing it in everyday wear, the saree invites you to shape it into your own personal masterpiece.

Sumana Mukherjee

Aug 92 min read