The Novel May Be Dead, But Evening Gowns Are Forever

Sir Vidia and the Lady Naipaul put in an appearance at the Chanel autumn-winter show in New Delhi: "Nadira Naipaul made a joke that her husband has suddenly developed a taste for fashion. ‘So here we are,’ she said, adding that, her personal favourite has always been Valentino. ‘I must say that I was very impressed by today’s show.’ The Naipauls left immediately after the show ended.”