Review
As dome-shaped structures towered the runway, Kavita Bhartia’s AW collection was an ode to the extremities of the rich and traditional designs present in the Mughal Empire. Embellished coats with flared skirts and closely designed pleats were followed by printed peplum blouses and tapered woolen trousers. Accessorizing each look with jute tote bags and nude peep-toe pumps, models confidently strutted the runway wearing body-hugging gowns and straight-fit tunic dresses. Heavy lacework and embellished bodices were incorporated onto fitted dresses and unstructured fluid capes. Built-up collared coats with asymmetric skirts made an absolute style statement, as empire lines were adorned onto fitted waistcoats and full-sleeved gowns. A lot of paneling and layering was done to create voluminous lehengas that were juxtaposed with floral embroideries and heavy appliqué work. Brocade jackets were matched with tulle pants as models were drenched in sober pastels like nude, subtle beige, light ochre, aqua, mint and jet black.
Contributed by – Duhin Ganju
Pics by – Vidushi Gupta
