Fashion
An evening with enchanting Jazz music coupled with business
Expatkey (EK) Properties hosted Sri Lanka’s first exclusive open house event for potential buyers, unveiling the luxurious presidential suite at The Residences by One Galle Face (OGF) with an evening filled with live jazz and stunning views of Colombo’s skyline and Indian ocean.
It was a beautiful evening in the presidential suite hosted by Expatkey, featuring live saxophone performance, and an array of delicious food and drinks which created a fantastic atmosphere. The stunning four-bedroom penthouse with four bathrooms a private swimming pool and a rooftop terrace is now exclusively available for sale through Expatkey Properties. Invitees were given a tour and got to have a glimpse of the stunning properties while overlooking the stunning sunset and city view.
Expatkey Properties started in a modest office and has now blossomed into a renowned name in the Colombo real estate market. Over the years, EK Properties has expanded its services and broadened its reach. Adapting to the changing market demands, integrating new technologies, and always staying true to their mission of delivering exceptional value to clients.
With a mission to revolutionise the real estate experience through innovative technology, personalised service, and deep market insights. they aim to empower clients, making property transactions not only seamless but also a truly rewarding journey.
Their exclusive preview event of a breathtaking Presidential Suite was a massive success, demonstrating their commitment and dedication to their lead and passion for offering luxury real estate. (Pics by Dharmasena Welipitiya)
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Los Angeles played host to a spectacle of style and storytelling as Vogue World: Hollywood unfolded — an immersive celebration of cinema, couture and celebrity.
Blending the grandeur of classic Hollywood with the innovation of contemporary fashion, the event transformed the city into a living film set, with designers, actors and artists sharing the spotlight.
Here are some of the standout images capturing the energy, creativity and spectacle.
In an era when fashion speaks the language of identity, few designers have captured the essence of cultural harmony as gracefully as Tivon Prasad. His latest line, the Karma Collection, is more than just a fashion label it’s a philosophy shaped by global influences.
In the heart of Galle Fort where cobbled stone steals whisper of history and ocean breezes dance through centuries old arches, Karma Collection adds to its own rhythm, one of colour, confidence, and couture charm.
Founded by Tivon Prasad, Karma Collection is more than a fashion label. It’s a love letter to freedom, femininity and vibrant soul of the island. Every piece from breezy Kaftans to sultry resort wear, celebrates the art of dressing with joy. Their prints are unapologetically bold, tropical florals splashes of colour across silks, geometrical, all handcrafted with a meticulous eye for detail. At Karma Collection, glamour is effortless. Each collection channels the rhythm of resort life, languid afternoons, barefoot evenings and sparkle of sun cocktails by the sea.
Tivon and Risitha take Karma collection Down Under
Now with boutiques in Galle, Unawatuna and Mirissa, Karma Collection has become a symbol of Sri Lankan chic, global in spirit yet proudly rooted in island heritage.
This Sri Lankan Fashion House has moved, now crossed oceans to Australia bringing with a touch of tropical glamour and effortless sophistication. Karma collection’s expansion marks a milestone in Lanka’s fashion landscape.
Friendship turned fashion vision. What began as a friendship between Tivon Prasad and Risitha Palihapitiya have now evolved into an exciting creative collaboration that bridges continents.
Risitha’s spouse Dilani shares her love for designs and travel, and the vibrant energy of fashion within her, has joined hands to take Karma Collection into a new chapter.
Their partnerships built on trust and artistic harmony have led to a global boutique brand that celebrates friendship and style. What started as a casual exchange of ideas soon evolved into a partnership, – a meeting of minds across borders. Together they envisioned an on-line design store. Drawing inspiration from Sri Lanka artisanal craftsmanship and Australia’s vibrant design scene. Karma collection highlights Sri Lankan roots and Australian collaboration.” We wanted every piece to carry a story said Dilani, describing how their collections blend soft breathable fabrics with artisanal detailing You’ll find the calm of the Indian Ocean in our colours and the warmth of Island life in every stich”
The Karma collection is an ode to simplicity and strength. Each garment from softly flowing Kaftans to elegant dresses to tailored linen sets soft love for natural fabrics, earthly tones and fluid lines reflect Karma collection signature philosophy of island chic with a global touch. Every design tells a story of Sri Lankan artistry hand finished, fine stitching and quiet detailing that speaks of heritage. Yet, the overall aesthetic feels cosmopolitan – designed for the fashionable woman of today who moves between worlds with confidence.
The Karma Collection recent launch on line in Australia marks a significant milestone – and a new beginning.
Through this collaboration, Tivan and Risitha bring the essence of South Asian elegance to a global audience. For Tivon, Australia represents more than expansion ‘it’s about connection he says. It’s a conversation between culture a way to express beauty that feels both universal and personal.
Through its online platform, the brands will attract a new community of women who appreciates authenticity and meaning in what they wear.
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By Zanita Careem ✍️
The Italian fashion designer and billionaire brand owner Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91.
He was the archetype of Italian style and elegance, reimagining men’s and women’s suits for a modern audience.
His company Armani expanded from fashion into an empire spanning beauty, fragrance, music, sport and even luxury hotels, bringing in more than £2bn a year.
Donatella Versace paid tribute to the late designer on her Instagram page, posting a picture of him, saying “The world lost a giant today, he made history and will be remembered forever.”
In a statement on the brand’s Instagram page it said Armani ” worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections and the many ongoing future projects”.
It also said he was “indefatigable to the end” and “driven by relentless curiosity and a deep attention to the present and to people”.
The designer was seen as a pioneer in many ways, elevating red carpet fashion to what we see today.
He was also the first designer to ban underweight models from the runway, after the death of model Ana Carolina Reston in 2006 from anorexia nervosa.
Russell Crowe described Armani as a man who “made a mark acknowledged around the globe”.
The actor said he “adored” Armani and was meant to be seeing him this month, adding that the designer was there for “so many significant moments in my life”.
Julia Roberts shared a picture of herself in an Armani dress alongside the designer on Instagram with the words “A true friend. A legend” and a heartbreak emoji.
British designer Paul Smith also spoke about his “dear friend and fellow designer”.
“His continuity, his down-to-earth nature and his staying power in remaining as an unlisted, independent company have always been a huge inspiration for me personally,” Smith wrote on social media.
“He has been an enormous source of strength and creativity for many years.”
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also paid tribute, saying: “With his elegance, sobriety, and creativity, he was able to bring lustre to Italian fashion and inspire the entire world.
“An icon, a tireless worker, a symbol of the best of Italy. Thank you for everything.”
In a profile in the Financial Times, in one of the designer’s last interviews, Alexander Fury wrote: “He put women into a uniform of suits just as radical as Chanel’s, creating forceful, confident clothing that helped to power the working woman’s social revolution of the 1980s.
“By contrast, he relaxed menswear, deconstructing traditional tailoring in a manner that has affected how just about every suit in the world is made.”
A friend of Hollywood, he understood the power of publicity and dressed some of its biggest stars for the red carpet including for the Oscars – including Zendaya, Cate Blanchett and Julia Roberts.
He also designed stage outfits for Lady Gaga and various costumes for films American Gigolo and The Wolf of Wall Street.
Even as he entered his 10th decade, Armani continued to present new collections on the French and Italian catwalks.
His March 2025 show was designed to make a statement on global politics, with him stating that he “wanted to imagine new harmony” as he believed “that is what we all need”.
Concern over his health was first expressed in June this year, when he missed Milan fashion week.
He directed a couture show in Paris in July 2025, but did this remotely from his home in Milan.
Armani was described as a “true gentleman” and “titan of the industry” by Vogue’s Laura Ingham, who paid tribute to the late designer.
She added: “If you don’t know anything about fashion, you’ll still know Giorgio Armani. Mr. Armani built a house synonymous with timeless Italian elegance and enduring style”.
Referencing his classic style, which included “refined silhouettes” and “immaculate tailoring”, she concluded that “his legacy is woven not only into fashions past and present but will continue to shape its future for generations to come”.
Starting his career in medicine, he moved to fashion in the 1960s and set up his own luxury label in 1975 alongside his late partner Sergio Galeotti.
He faced much criticism during his career, including in 2015 when he said a gay man “does not need to dress homosexual”.
His company also reached a financial settlement with Italian tax authorities over offshore subsidiaries in 2014, though no wrongdoing was admitted.
Away from fashion, he was a keen sports fan and supported Serie A football team Inter Milan and owned the Olimpia Milano basketball team.
The fashion brand also had a partnership with the Scuderia Ferrari F1 team, with one of their drivers, Charles Leclerc writing on Instagram that it was “a great honour to have had the chance to meet and work with such an amazing person”.
Armani was also presented with the French Legion of Honour and Italian Order of Merit for Labour for his work in fashion.
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