New Delhi, March 15 2017 : Amazon India Fashion Week (AIFW) Autumn Winter 2017 kicked off its first day by showcasing a line done by the students at The Handloom School featuring ensembles from 13 illustrated designers.

Paying its tribute to Indian handloom and textile industry, Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) dedicated the first day of the fashion extravaganza to celebrate artisans who create these fabrics. The Handloom School – supported by Good Earth weaved magic on the runway with creations done by designers like Neeru Kumar, Rajesh Pratap Singh, Rohit Bal and Suket Dhir gave an amazing tribute to Indian handlooms.

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Playing with white and grey hues, the collection featured flowy ensembles like saris, tunics, wrap-around skirts , quilted jackets and jumpsuits. Multiple shades of indigo can be spotted throughout the collection. Even the accessories were woven jute hats and bags adding another dimension to the looks. Earthy tones of the ensembles amplified the aura that was set for the show.

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Grooving to the background music of weaver’s working, models sashayed down the grass laden ramp barefoot with ruffled hair and bare minimum makeup. The Union Textile Minister, Smriti Irani graced the opening show with her presence and witnessed acknowledgment of anonymous workers and artisans who create magic with thread.

Thirteen key designers and labels that participated include Akaaro, Antar-Agni, Eka, Good Earth, Neeru Kumar, Nicobar, Pero, Rajesh Pratap Singh, Raw Mango, Rohit Bal, Suket Dhir, Urvashi Kaur & and 11:11 Eleven Eleven.

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The show ended with the weavers joining the models and designers on the ramp and being acknowledged by the audience for their contributions as artists towards the fashion industry.

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Contributed By : Jasleen Kaur
Pics by- Khushal Agarwal