Mihika Shivkumar

Jan 8, 2025 | browngirlmagazine.com | Mihika Shivkumar

3 min read In a world where trends come and go, some brands stand out by offering more than just products—they offer stories, heritage, and meaning. Banyan & Birch, founded in 2023 by Boston-based Smita Netra, is one such brand. As it celebrates its first anniversary, the home decor label has already made waves by reimagining traditional Indian craftsmanship for modern global homes.

Oct 29, 2024 | browngirlmagazine.com | Mihika Shivkumar

4 min read In recent years, South Asian stories have found a stronger foothold in mainstream media, but “Upside Brown” stands out as a fresh and relatable entry into the genre. Blending humor with the kind of everyday situations that hit close to home, this show delivers major “The Office” vibes with its mockumentary-style camera work.

Aug 28, 2024 | browngirlmagazine.com | Mihika Shivkumar

4 min read Growing up in a South Asian household, I was always aware of my “brown” skin. It was hard not to be. The messaging in my environment and on every beauty commercial was clear: lighter skin was better, fairer was indeed more lovely.

May 24, 2024 | browngirlmagazine.com | Mihika Shivkumar

5 min read Love, Bonito has carved a unique space in the fashion industry. Since its inception, the Southeast Asian womenswear brand has championed inclusivity, designing for the real lives of women across ages and ethnicities.

Jan 7, 2024 | browngirlmagazine.com | Mihika Shivkumar

10 min read As the world’s largest population group, Asians and Pacific Islanders have long faced the challenge of a fragmented narrative. Often reduced to stereotypes and misrepresentations, their diverse experiences and contributions have been sidelined in mainstream media and cultural discourse. But in October 2023, Gold House, a non-profit collective dedicated to empowering the AAPI community, took a bold step towards changing that.