A regiment of gladiators

To toughen frilly dresses.

Price: Rs 500

To soften masculine silhouettes.

Price: Rs 500

See the buckles near the foot. The big guy upstairs *is* in the details.

Price: Rs 250
Where: Stall at the corner of Amrit Sagar restaurant, Hill Road, Bandra, Mumbai

Rivet chaps

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How many staples can you have? Just one more. The cushioned, suede insole is a warm bed for your heels. Also available in dark brown and black.

Price: Rs 125/ Rs 250
Where: Stall outside Piccadilly restaurant, Colaba Causeway, Mumbai/ Stall at the corner of Amrit Sagar, Hill Road, Bandra