Mokshaa Shivlani

India, Mumbai

Fashion Journalist at Freelance

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Who’s Sole Is It Anyway: Fashion’s Ongoing Habit Of Cherry-picking Indian Aesthetics

3 days ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

HomeFashionCelebrity StylePublished: Jun 25, 2025, 15:39 IST Updated: Jun 25, 2025, 19:08 ISTWhen Prada’s Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collection debuted at Milan Fashion Week, fashion insiders applauded the label’s pairing of tailored separates with flat leather sandals. But for many Indian viewers, there was an uncomfortable sense of déjà vu. The sandals bore a striking resemblance to Kolhapuris, the hand-crafted leather chappals that have existed in India since the 13th century.
Who’s Sole Is It Anyway: Fashion’s Ongoing Habit Of Cherry-picking Indian Aesthetics

3 days ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

HomeFashionCelebrity StylePublished: Jun 25, 2025, 15:39 IST Updated: Jun 25, 2025, 15:53 ISTWhen Prada’s Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collection debuted at Milan Fashion Week, fashion insiders applauded the label’s pairing of tailored separates with flat leather sandals. But for many Indian viewers, there was an uncomfortable sense of déjà vu. The sandals bore a striking resemblance to Kolhapuris, the hand-crafted leather chappals that have existed in India since the 13th century.
This Week’s Most Stylish Men

1 week ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

This week in men’s fashion, Bollywood’s leading men proved that style doesn’t take a vacation — even when they do. Whether it’s Arjun Kapoor making a strong case for leather in Amsterdam or Ishaan Khatter once again acing the casual-cool formula, there’s something for every kind of dresser here. Karan Johar’s bold colour-blocking, Siddhant Chaturvedi’s print game, and Riteish Deshmukh’s relaxed tailoring are all reminders that men’s fashion is anything but boring right now.
Why ugly shoes are the hottest thing in fashion right now

1 week ago | harpersbazaar.in | Mokshaa Shivlani

At some point, in the past few years, fashion’s fixation with polish began to dull. The stiletto—once a symbol of femininity and ruthless ambition—has been quietly displaced. What's replaced it? Foam runners sculpted like alien relics, rubber clogs formerly relegated to gardening, and sandals that seem borrowed from a European grandfather on a spa retreat. What was once considered visually offensive has become culturally compelling. The ugly shoe is no longer an in-joke. It’s an aesthetic ideology.
7 Things My Dad Taught Me Without Ever Sitting Me Down For A Talk

2 weeks ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

I am the daughter of a chill dad. Not many get to say that. It carries a level of trust my dad has in me and a level of fun he brings to my life. He’s always been one to say yes to all experiences, the one who meets my boyfriend and offers him a drink. He knows when to be a parent and when to give the kind of valuable advice I’ll cherish forever. It’s not often that he sits me down and actually talks about serious things but he has his way of teaching me lessons I never knew I’d need.
Prints, Pink And Power Fits: This Week’s Most Stylish Men

2 weeks ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

Some men dress well, others make it a weekly ritual. This week’s round-up of best-dressed men is proof that Indian fashion’s favourite faces aren’t afraid to experiment. From Karan Johar’s unapologetically high-fashion moment in Balmain to Siddhant Chaturvedi’s breezy printed shirt on vacation, the boys came dressed, pressed and ready to impress.
Rock wife, supermodel, designer, bestselling author-there's nothing Susan Holmes McKagan can't do

2 weeks ago | harpersbazaar.in | Mokshaa Shivlani

She’s walked for Versace in Milan, partied with Gaultier in Paris, and watched stadiums light up from the wings while her husband, Duff McKagan, brought down the house with Guns N’ Roses. Susan Holmes McKagan has been more than a witness to cultural history—she’s helped shape it. A model, designer, author, and now radio host, she is the kind of woman who contains multitudes.
5 Fashion Mistakes That Are Secretly Making You Look Older

2 weeks ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

Let’s get one thing straight — there’s nothing wrong with growing older. Grey hair? Hot. Wisdom? Sexy. But looking like you’ve given up on style the moment you hit 30? It doesn’t have to be like that. If your wardrobe is accidentally ageing you faster than Delhi pollution, it’s time for a closet intervention. Here are five fashion faux pas that are making you look more “Uncle” than “urban icon” — and how to fix them before it's too late.
This Week’s Most Stylish Men

3 weeks ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

From edgy streetwear to clean-cut tailoring, this week’s best-dressed men showed us exactly how to turn personal style into a statement. Whether it’s Varun Dhawan’s effortlessly cool fashion or Vedang Raina’s London-core layering, these six gents made getting dressed look like an art form. Scroll through for the looks we’re still thinking about and probably screenshotting for future inspo. Varun Dhawan This man is just cool, I have no complaints.
This Week’s Most Stylish Men

4 weeks ago | mensxp.com | Mokshaa Shivlani

The week may have been chaotic, but these men kept their fashion game firmly in check. Whether it was Vihaan Samat redefining the black suit or Ishaan Khatter giving sweater vests a whole new charm, one thing is clear — style isn’t just about what you wear, it’s how you wear it. From vacation dumps to polished premieres, this lineup of best-dressed men proves that personal flair, smart accessorising, and an ounce of risk is really all it takes. Here's everyone we couldn’t scroll past.