March 2015 - Page 3 of 24

Review

The duo showcased a collection that was inspired by the ancient nomadic tribes of India. Enveloped in eclectic prints, pleats and patchworks; there was a sumptuous interplay between geometrics and paisley. With a wood covered runway, models walked wearing garments that were drenched in warm pastels of red, sunset orange, gilded gold, deep orchid and hints of sapphire. Breezy and effortless silhouettes, embroidered waistcoats were matched with flowy kaftans and printed silk saris. Sheer blouses with plunging necklines were appliquéd with intricate brocade work, followed by sheer-lined harem pants and colorful bandanas. Chunks of silver jewelry gave a tribal-luxe appeal to the entire collection, as high-slit kurtas were adorned with arty pom-poms and worn over Gandhian-pants. Tailored coats were patch worked to perfection and paired with crepe dupattas and unstructured long skirts. Fitted coats were gathered at the waist and accompanied by embroidered necklines in deep V’s and daring plunges. Multi-layered lehengas in monochromatic tones were crafted from gauzy fabrics like lightweight tulle, followed by the traditional ‘shilwar-kameez’ and loose-fitted robes. With a Bohemian-gypsy design aesthetic, colorful palazzo pants were matched with languidly cowl tops and pleated A-line silk skirts.

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Pics by – Vidushi Gupta

Review

With a very minimalistic approach towards fashion, Sneha Arora’s AW collection comprised tunic dresses with keyhole backlines paired with glossy patent leather brogues. Coat dresses and peplum jackets contained layered pleats as each one was worn over high-slit kurtas and checkered wing tip collared shirts. Cut-sleeved jackets with square necklines were worn over A-line printed skirts as loads of raw silk was used to craft U-shaped blouses and ankle-length skirts. Straight-fit dresses were clasped to the waist with glitzy metallic belts and plunging backlines were incorporated onto silk shirts and lace blouses, portraying a rich androgynous approach towards wearable fashion.

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Inspired by the Ancient tribes and their sense of design aesthetics, Amalraj Sengupta presented a collection that had a modern take and a futuristic approach to the tribal way of living. Shirt dresses with pleated hems were paired with checkered kurtas and fitted trousers. Khadi saris were accessorized with leather strappy sandals, as Mandarin-collared jackets were patch worked with chunks of glossy velvet fabrications. Silk tunics were adorned with sheer sleeves and high-waist pleated skirts were worn with platform suede clogs. Silk blouses contained open-end backlines as each one was gathered to the waist with fringed belts and worn over unstructured coats and tapered trouser pants. Crotchet net was used to create raglan sleeves that became a part of lightweight wash proof trenches and paneled cotton-khadi blouses. Models were drenched in toned-down pastels of olive, rust, black, mustard and grey.

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Pics by – Vidushi Gupta

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Review

The designer’s AW collection showcased classic checks, stripes, spider weaves and Ikat-like patterns that were distorted from the convention to the modern graceful. Loads of lacework and crocheting was done on body-hugging dresses and architecturally structured blouses. Paired with thigh-high leather boots, off-shoulder numbers were worn with faux-fur stoles and gilded gold embroidered dresses. Dropped waists and daring plunges were incorporated onto high-slit dresses and straight-fit gowns. Boho evening numbers were finely crafted from dainty chiffon silk, as embroidered collars accompanied python-imprinted sandals and appliquéd figure-defining tunics. Shades of black, white, beige and gold with a dash of blue and steel grey built up a very romantic color palette.

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Pics by – Vidushi Gupta

Review

With an effortless elegance and a bold attitude towards power dressing, Malini Ramani presented a collection that paid a lot of attention to the cuts that were infused with modern-day technology. From sheath drapes with crinkled sleeves to embellished necklines, sheer and tulle dupattas were slouched over off-shoulder kaftans and Bohemian maxi dresses, belted with suede tassels. A lot of gilded paneling and abstract prints were adorned onto bodysuits that contained built-up collars and a military aesthetic sense. Architecturally structured silhouettes were accompanied by two-piece numbers swaying here and there, as pencil-shaped dresses were appliquéd with metallic chain detailing. Large chunky earrings glammed up the fashion runway as slouched harem pants were accompanied with embroidered body suits.

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Pics by – Vidushi Gupta

Review

With indigenous weaves mixed with traditional dyeing techniques, followed by juxtaposition of recycled materials; Amit Aggarwal’s AW collection was very modern as well as femininely cosmopolitan. Bell-shaped silhouettes were accompanied with loads of lapelling and drapery, as abstract prints were incorporated into bold vinyl boots. With hints of metallic here and there, khadi jumpsuits were adorned with laser-cut circular sequins and uni-linear geometric checks. Exaggerated shoulders accompanied pilgrim-collared jackets and peplum tops were matched with graphic-print ponchos. Angel sleeves and Peter Pan collars were put on crinkled white shirts and gathered flowy skirts. Tulle and straw-like structures were used to craft A-line skirts, as models were drenched in bold pastels of cobalt blue, smoky black, deep maroon and faded ochre.

Contributed by – Duhin Ganju
Pics by – Vidushi Gupta

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Monthly Archives: March 2015

Crafts of India show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16

Ashima Leena show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16

Shweta Kapur show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16

Sneha Arora show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16

Amalraj Sengupta show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16

Swarovski Newsletter March 2015

Rina Dhaka show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16

Malini Ramani show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16

Amit Aggarwal show @ India Fashion Week F/ W 15-16