15052026-LSTC-01.qxd 5/14/2026 11:11 PM Page 1 c m y b ANUPAM KHER WINS AWARD Anupam Kher has added another achievement to his career after winning the Best Supporting Actor Flame Award at the UK Asian Film Festival for his performance in the Canadian-Indian film Calorie. The film also emerged as a major winner at the festival by securing the Best Film award. TRIBUNE Life Mona F ROM sculptural fruit clutches to sleek top-handles, statement bags are shaping up to be the quiet protagonists of celeb dressing. Taking a cue from Isha Ambani’s now-viral mango bag moment at the Met Gala, the accessory trend for 2026 is all about bags that feel conversational, collectible and deeply personal. The new-age evening bag is no longer just an add-on — it’s the punchline, the contrast or the finishing flourish that transforms a look. Catherine, Princess of Wales, recently demonstrated the power of polished coordination during her visit to Reggio Emilia, Italy. Wearing a tailored blue Edeline Lee suit with pearl jewellery and a pale blue handbag, her styling showed how a tonal bag can quietly sharpen an entire look. This approach feels timeless — clean lines, soft structure and accessories that blend seamlessly into the outfit rather than compete with it. A similar idea of visual storytelling appeared in Demi Moore’s polka-dot look at Cannes opening day. Her multi-dot dress paired with a matching polka-dot bag created a sense of continuity, where the accessory extended the print rather than interrupting it. The effect felt bold yet con- Second innings Apple TV has renewed the series Margo’s Got Money Troubles for a second season. The series stars Elle Fanning as Margo, a young mother who turns to OnlyFans to support herself and her baby. CHANDIGARH | FRIDAY | 15 MAY 2026 The era of the conversation clutch t Isha oment a trolled, tapping into fashion’s current prefy erence for fully considered dressing, ed b go m ion is rk where garments, bags and makeSpa l man 6 fash yful — up are designed to work togetha ra e 2 er as one complete image. i’s vi ala, 20 t feel pl omplet On the other end of the specan trum was A$AP Rocky at the Amb e Met G ags tha just to c it 2026 Met Gala. Dressed in a th cing b d not nsform custom pink Chanel robe with a e black satin detailing, he carried mbr design ut to tra a striking pomegranate-shaped e s clutch that instantly became the ,b e focal point of the outfit. piec a look Novelty accessories are also mov- ing into pop-art territory. Lady Victoria Hervey was recently photographed at Cannes carrying a crystal-encrusted lipstick-shaped handbag, proving that fashion’s appetite for eye-catching accessories continues to grow. These conversation bags — inspired by fruit, (From art or surreal forms — top) ASAP Rocky bring humour and carries pomegranateshaped clutch, Lady individuality to forVictoria Hervey with her malwear while makgiant lipstic bedazzled ing the styling feel bag more personal and memorable. c m y b (Clockwise from top) Catherine with her matching pale blue bag, Isha Ambani’s viral mango sculpture, a guest at Cannes carries a floral clutch