Monthly Archives: July 2017

Sanjay Garg to weave a spectacular Opening Night at LFW

Upcoming Lakmé Fashion Week will take the contemporary- traditional route with Sanjay Garg showcasing his aesthetically rich collection at the Lakmé Grand Opening show at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter -Festive 2017.

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Inspired by the heritage and tradition deep rooted in Indian culture, Sanjay’s designs have always showcased the inherent beauty of craftsmanship and raw material. The collection is inspired by intricate Chikankari work on Bengal mul, zardozi and handwoven brocade. Combined with Chikankari detail and an exquisite colour palette.

Genes by Lecoanet Hemant special edition

Off late, Genes Lecoanet Hemant, the ready to wear brand, launched its special edition collection in association with Lulu & Sky. It’s an exclusively designed collection, which has a melange of some bold colours, pastels and prints in silhouettes from easybreezy dresses to bell sleeved tops, with uber cool prints.

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Comfortable yet stylish, the collection has a hint of retro looks, beach fashion, structured outfits and statement pieces. Contemporary designs make the collection very versatile to be worn by modern women.

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#gucciandbeyond f/w2017, campaign

Gucci announced the arrival from outer space of its Fall Winter 2017 campaign, shot by Glen Luchford.The retro-futurist settings inside the images dreamed up by Creative Director Alessandro Michele were inspired by the sci-fi genre of the 1950s and 60s, including the iconic TV program Star Trek.

This season the collection is transported to a parallel universe where a mixed cast of humanoids, aliens, robots and earthlings unite for the Gucci invasion from a galaxy far, far away. Human characters interact with extra-terrestrial creatures and dinosaurs on Earth and are then beamed up to surreal, psychedelic outer space landscapes and trippy spaceship interiors, creating wild and fantastical compositions.

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                                                              Creature of the Black Lagoon : Courtesy of Universal Studios Licensing LLC

CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Alessandro Michele
ART DIRECTOR: Christopher Simmonds
PHOTOGRAPHER/DIRECTOR: Glen Luchford
HAIR STYLIST: Paul Hanlon
MAKE UP ARTIST: Yadim Carranza

 

A Cause des Garcons: Androgynous Fall Styles by Christian Louboutin

Chic, insouciant silhouettes with a hint of attitude and mischief bring an updated casual Parisian dressing for Christian Louboutin this Autumn/Winter 2017.

For the season, the designer takes a feminist approach to personal style and expression, with a selection of women’s and men’s shoes that cross gender lines effortlessly, from oxfords to loafers to booties, all suited perfectly to the modern woman on the go.

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Loafers take center stage for fall in both the women’s and men’s collection. The new Monana, available in a playful combination of black, white and red as well as an all-over black version, elevates and subverts the traditional penny loafer, with ultra-fine, hand-stitched chain details and a ‘Loubi-Coin” to bring the wearer good luck. Reflected by the masculine version Monono, this modern silhouette brings a hint of academia to the season.

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Best-selling loafer Laperouza makes her return with a signature gold bullion embroidered Christian Louboutin crest. Likewise, rich embroidery takes center stage on Perou Corazon and smoking slipper Mi Corazon, each silhouette sporting a three-dimensional heart inspired by Mexican ex voto, hand-embroidered in rich rouge and golden cannetile embroidery.

Lug soles return to the women’s collection, offered across a range of dynamic oxfords and chalet-ready booties. The rubber soles, produced alongside the men’s versions, are newly adapted for lightness and increased flexibility, with a flattering shape precisely crafted for a woman’s foot. Oxfords styles Hubertus Donna and Charletta don refined, artisanal details including broguing and light ornamentation, while Crapadonna takes on an intricate floral motif inspired by Moorish murals, in laser cut patent calf contrasted to a crosta suede base.

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As temperatures cool down, new Christian Louboutin booties, Chasse a Clou, Fanny and Mad Boot, stride through city streets freely, with luxurious shearling linings, fur trim and spikes embellishment.

Anju Modi @ FDCI India Couture Week 2017

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Royalty is a word that would fit Anju’s Sunehri Kothi collection. Likewise, the stage was grand with Rajasthani music summed up the whole ambience. Her collection was about the defiant yet compassionate Princesses and gallant chivalrous Princes.

The Meenakari craftsmanship, the intricate and detailed brushwork was the main attraction of her collection. The showstopper looked beautiful in rustic colour flare with a beautiful polki neckpiece and the beautiful nose ring, the show couldn’t have ended on a better note.

The collection was for a girl who wants to feel like a princess on her wedding day, combining the vibes of femininity, boldness yet delicate with a resolute soul. The colour palette ranged from Indigo to conch shells to whites and ivories. The color combinations used in her collection was interesting as yellow flares were paired with toned down blues and greens.

Anju Modi collection – with a sense of nostalgia and pride, celebrates the Rajputana spirit, the soul of Sunehri kothi, and with that of Rajasthan.

Rahul Mishra @ FDCI India Couture Week 2017

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His show was a vision in pastels, white with some drama in black. The intricate thread-work imparted femininity to the collection. He took inspiration from a famous spice route “Parizaad”. The collection was like a fresh breath of air. It was unlike the traditional couture collection, but it would perfectly fit any modern bride.

“Shades of Persian, Roman and Byzantine architecture from centuries ago made its inroads into my thought process when II thought of this line. Studying the highly intricate use of geometric patterns, girth, or haft range etc to create uninterrupted patterns of tiles of flowers, and a mosaic of nature emphasising great design aesthetic from a time when human skills were divine and to create a modern language with Indian textiles and embroidery with a zen like thinking and philosophy has led me to this new narrative” says the man himself- Rahul Mishra.

Intricate vegetal motifs, patterns of mosaic, chevrons and spandrels come alive in his collection on sheer fabrics making the garments look surreal.

There was a presence of a mix of beautifully hand craftedlehenga’s, Kalidar’s and silhouettes inspired from traditional indian ensembles. This show didn’t require any celebrity showstopper as the designer ended the show with his adorable family.

Manav Gangwani @ FDCI India Couture Week 2017

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Manav’s collection at ICW 2017 “India @ 70” was an amalgamation of the rich heritage of India along with modern edgy elements that are incorporated in each garment taking inspiration from various regions like Kashmir reflecting Jamawars, Bandhanis of Rajasthan, Kathakali from Kerala and Brocades of Varanasi. Using different techniques like Badla, Chikankari, Zardosi & Parsi.

This collection incorporated intricate Miniature Art of Mughal Empire to Meenakari to Patolas to Panthanimotifs making each garment a storyboard that depicts interesting scenes from the Mughal era. Motifs of the traditional Kathakali, gods and goddess add a touch of mystery to traditional elements which included miniature paintings projecting the cultural diversity that India offers.

Accentuated vintage gold elements adding a touch of royalty to every garment has been thoughtfully crafted to induce the fragrance and grandeur and opulence, in the colour pallet of royal blue, crimson, ivory, orange and green in enthrallingly feminine luxurious silk brocades, rich velvets, sheer gauzy tissues with gold.

Tarun Tahiliani @ FDCI India Couture Week 2017

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Tarakanna, the Bridal Couture Collection 2017-18 by Tarun Tahiliani at India Couture Week, was full of sparkle and shine, as if through a shimmering haze of stardust, in an ethereal lightness of being is a portrait of understated cosmic glamour.

Through regal volumes, innovative techniques and smart contouring, the clothes glide effortless like a seamless dream, lapping at the floor below!

An optical illusion that floats loose from the sky in elegance. The ombre of a cosmic storm reflected in vintage embroideries, the finest Italian tulle and Chantilly lace, Crystals from Swarovski winking in lehengas, shararas, sarees, and saree drapes, as well as panelled kurtas and coats. Tulle and brocade, crystal and crinoline, silk georgettes and shadow work, are fused together, in self-assured modernity.

The colour scheme stretches to include blushes of light pink, powder blue, peach, jade and mauve.  Light resham, 3D flowers, threadwork and French knots on soft shades create a pastoral fantasy as the light bounces off the sheer tulle in muted tones and breezy layers of the anarkali kurta.

While his ready-to-wear collection for the bridal entourage features a range of exquisite and chic styles in lehengas, sarees, anarkalis, capes and gilets for the upcoming bridal season. Inspired by Spanish flamenco dancers and bullfighters, the garments feature techniques such as Parsigara, zardozi embroideries, fringing, knit tassels and velvet detailing. A vibrant colour palette of old rose, maroons, golds, olive, midnight blue, black and ivory added a festive cheer.

Tarun’s men have switched from wearing suits, combining the traditional with fine tailoring and fit. His mens wear consisted of rich and festive garments epitomizes refined style, craftsmanship and quality with a keen emphasis on sharp tailoring and strong silhouettes. Exuding a minimalist sobriety, the collection includes lust-worthy bundis, kurtas, dhotis and sherwanis embroidered with gota, zardozi, parsigara and resham threads on rich fabrics like matka silk, raw silk, velvet and dupion silk. Traditional Chikankari embroidery of Lucknow is given a stylish twist in kurtas and sherwanis. Rich tones of gold and ivory and contrasting blacks and beiges lend a sense of elegance and distinctive aura to the collection.

Shyamal and Bhumika @ FDCI India Couture Week 2017

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This duo made it’s debut in the Couture week with a bang. Their audience witnessed some timeless silhouetted with an interesting mix of gowns, flares and jackets. Interesting elements were there in the garment to give the outfits a modern sensibility. This fairy-tale bridal line is an ode to the forgotten lifestyle lived in elegance and regality for the dreamer in the modern-day women.

The collection features European details, Victorian inspirations and Baroque decorations amalgamated with rich Indian heritage. The use of the colour gold was dominant in the collection as it is a colour of richness and Indian royalty.

The embroideries draw influences from the eclectic architectures and picturesque panorama of the lush highlands. Traditional zardosi and sari work have been extensively used using glass pipes, sari, beads and dab with an unconventional twist to illustrate the amalgamation of the varied styles that have moulded their inspiration. There collection had a tastefully done sensual vibe to it with deep-necks and high-slits.

Athiya Shetty looked stunning in a black flare with an intricately designed overall as a showstopper for the show.Her makeup augmented the retro vibe as the classic winged-liner sported with nude lips.

Reynu Taandon @ FDCI India Couture Week 2017

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Reynu’s show was a complete delight for the audience as it started with the live Indian Musical Player playing Tabla and singing traditional songs rooting her into traditions and ethnicity.

Her collection showcased Peacock blue hues and like the ambience her collection transpired ethnicity via dainty thread work.

“Peacock” seemed to be an important element in the collection as the Peacock blue was used along with the patterns inspired by the animal itself. The contrast of the greens/blues with golden work looked ethereal and beautiful. The colours used gave the collection a contemporary twist keeping in mind the modern bride bordering on traditional values.

Handloom and millloom chanderi fabrics was the perfect amalgamation of traditional handwork, with captivating mirror work embellished on the screen print.The showstopper wore a beautiful peacock blue flare with yellow thread-work and the contrast of both the colours looked modern yet feminine.