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Monthly Archives: May 2010
Barkha n Sonzal for IPLFW
Their latest collection is called the Rock Prince. This collection by Barkha ‘n’ Sonzal is for men who through their work raise people’s consciousness to bring them to a state of truth and in step with the universe. It comprises designs for the ‘men of substance’ across all ages.
Often these true rock princes through their art, music, movies, scientific discoveries, ‘yog’, etc or brave and unsung heroes, who protect our country, give hope and happiness to one and all. One can often see them in the form of a father, spouse, brother, friend, child, mentor, artist, etc. For the designers only such a person is the true Rock Prince.
This collection consists of funky rocker kurtis, shirts, crisp well fitted sherwanis, bundhgalas, kurtas, jodhpurs, sports jackets, etc. in Earthy tones, to make a man look spunkier and youthful, similar to one that stands out on the global platform today. Their latest collection has been modeled by world famous santoor maestros Pt.Shivkumar Sharma & Rahul Sharma.
Archana Kochhar at Zoya
Archana Kochhar showcased a spectacular fashion show as Zoya, the diamond boutique from the house of Tanishq unveiled the Greece collection at its stores. The jewellery recreates that moment in time when Gods walked in the gardens of Hesperides, Majestic creatures 
like ‘Pegasus’ the winged horse roamed the heavens and the unparalleled beauty of Helena drove thousands of mortals to war.
Veering from her usual flamboyant and elaborately worked gowns, Archana created a classic line of gowns in fluid chiffons in shades of peach and deep brown, keeping with the Hellenic theme. They sported the Grecian off shouldered cut that fell in soft drapes, ruched at the bosom. Models being Ex Miss India Runner-up Amruta Patki, Shonal Rawat, Deepa Chari and Soma Chakraborty draped in the Hellenic gowns and adorned with Zoya’s Greece range.
Timsy Kamboj for IPLFW
Making her debut entry in Indian Premier London Fashion Week, Timsy honed her skills in Fashion Design at Pearl Academy of Fashion, New Delhi. For her breakthrough innovation in the field of designing, she has been awarded the MOST INNOVATIVE COLLECTION AWARD for her Graduating Collection in Portfolio’09.
The inspiration for her IPLFW collection, comes from the half-man and the half-woman form of Lord Shiva, ARDHNARISHWAR. Her dream client is the most unconquerable, incomparable, unapproachable woman, empowered with the strength of a man and yet seductive like a woman.
Her incredible understanding of silhouette development and her own preference of more minimal, uncluttered design, make for strikingly contemporary sensibility. The line for IPLFW consists of 80’s inspired coats, jackets, and dresses in an androgynous look. The corporate blue, black and white suiting and shirting is juxtaposed with feminine silhouettes. The form of a basic shirt is deformed and the nitty-gritty detail of the shirt creates the captivating story of Ardhnarishwar.
Mohit Dochania for IPLFW
This collection for IPLFW draws strong influences from Lord Srinathji, the child incarnation of Lord Krishna. Mohit Dochania interprets the charm of his colorful and bejeweled shringars which has seeped into the clothes. Traditionally an Indian line with a strong cultural stamp, there is unique one-of-kind pieces which can be used as separates as well as sets and would add real value and exclusivity to any discerning bride’s trousseau.
Mohit Dochania exercises in the art of embodying traditional with a chic modern feminine sensibility. Hailing from the Nawabi town of Hyderabad, he has been strongly influenced by the embroideries and grandeur patronaged by the Nizams. Each ensemble is made with lots of love, details and craftsmanship with a strong hint of wearable art .The driving force behind the brand is the real new age women with flair for the rare and appreciation for true beauty.
Zoya Greece Collection
Zoya, the exquisite diamond boutique from the house of Tanishq unveiled its Greece collection in Delhi. The collection recreated the time when gods walked in the gardens of Hesperides, majestic creatures like Pegasus the winged horse roamed the heavens and unparalleled beauty of Helena drove thousands of mortals to wars.
Contemporizing the famed iconography of the Greek medallion inspired design sensibility and interpreting it fashionably, each elegantly crafted piece in the Greece collection is an ode to Zoya’s journey to share its own glorious story with their discerning clientele.
The celebratory evening also witnessed a spectacular fashion walk of Charu Parashar’s Spring Summer ’10 collection inspired by the Grecian influences. Creating a range that reflects timeless glamour, exquisite natural materials and the romance of folklores, Charu’s spring look is interpreted through geometrically influenced digital designs that follow the famed Grecian draped and poised silhouette.
To compliment the evening was an interesting Mediterranean wine Greek food pairing session by leading Sommelier Magandeep Singh.
Biguine Beauty
Jean Claude beguine launched yet another sprawling salon at kemps corner, amidst glitz, glamour and grandeur. Celebrating the launch renowned designer Lecoanet Hemant put together a show with its collection titled ‘Green’.
It was a rendezvous of sorts as the models strutted around in the earthy feel of the collection which was highlighted through the choice of material and nature-inspired designs. The French stylists at Beguine derived inspiration from the designers’ collection and presented chic, casual and dramatic looks in their showing.
Commenting on the launch, Dharmendra Manwani,CEO, Jean Claude Biguine, said, “Lecoanet Hemant and Biguine have a lot in common besides being French. His organic offerings reinforce organic services and therefore, this turned out to be more like a natural blend for us to be creating looks for Indian consumers.”
The highly qualified experts at Biguine deliver exceptional personalized skin, body and personal wellness treatments using 100% organic Biguine Bio products.
Speaking on the collection designer Hemant says, “What you wrap around your body is what you wrap around your soul – this collection is a reflection of our green philosophy and our deepest belief that eco-friendly and luxury marry well together”.
“I am happy for Jean Claude Biguine in their new venture and excited to be part of this delightful event”, he further added on his alliance with Biguine.
Rohit Bal unveils Outlander Collection
Rohit Bal, one of India’s foremost fashion designers, unveiled his latest Outlander Signature Collection, at The Grand. Inspired by the new Mitsubishi Outlander 2010, the line embodied power, grace and elegance.
The new collection reflects the style, power, magnetism and charisma that are personified by the stylish SUV. It includes trendy and stylish evening wear in bold hues of white, black, red, which add an element of drama to the clothes. The fabrics that have been used for the garments reflect the stylish interiors of the vehicle. All the garments have been crafted from fabrics available in India and reflect some exciting colours.
Speaking at the launch of the collection, India’s master of fabric and fantasy, Rohit Bal said, “It gives me great pleasure to launch my new collection, inspired by the Outlander 2010. People usually look for a combination of various elements in their clothes – style, elegance, boldness, drama and even a touch of mystery – which is what I have captured through this collection. There is a lot of drama in the line, which adds to its glamour, and is reminiscent of what one sees in iconic movies like Grease, The Fast and the Furious and Wanted.”
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Rohit Bal
Masters like him just reiterate your belief that design still lives in India. That cutting edge chic can go with an undertone of folk-lore and India and Indian designers can now indeed give a run for their money to global designs .Rohit Bal. Was it the magic of his comeback or the absolutely yummy clothes that made even the mighty fall in the first row? (And that’s no pun intended for poor me who actually fell down at the thought of crossing the ramp and making it to the much fought over front row that most socialites gin for and writers like us shun. But then as my friend Shefali Vasudev puts it….. there is no faux pas in fashion!)
Many a jaws were seen hitting the floor, some in envy and some in awe. Humble me got three SMSes even as the show unfurled from old pals, patrons and followers of Gudda ‘Wow! Isn’t it.”……. ‘What hot bods.’……… “Thank God he’s back ‘And the gist of all conversation was non stop gushing eulogium.
It was indeed a great comeback of the maverick maestro, the drama king who can create magic even out of an industrial setting of the good ole garage .Difference being that Rohit Bal’s garage had the yummiest looking men working in it and the most artistic backdrop that the genius of Sumant Jailishen made possible.
So what was this design fairy tale all about? The mastery of restricting your palette to five solid colors and yet capturing the whole universe of design through them. Sharp red, sparkling white, electric blue, steel grey and the ubiquitous violet…..together they created design iridescence.
The crispness of silhouette, fit and form and the absolute chic in detailing made each body that emerged on the ramp look hot haute. The boleros, the many layered shrugs, the naughty can-cans and the stiff, billowy skirts were the perfect juxtapose to the fitted bodies, many sexily sheer. Sheer being the next best statement to the layers and layers that made each silhouette spectacular.
Even the boys wore the sheer fitted look. Black and white palette, a sharp silhouette combined with the shine of metallic zips, the richness of embroidery and a zen for fine detailing made Rohit’s menswear sassy yet male. No this time round he was not playing with the look. Instead men emerged like ‘mean machines on a mission’ on the ramp.
However it was the India connect that made this show so special .As a protagonist of all things made in India, for me, the treat was in the quiet appearance of gold appliquéing in the layered chiffon dresses, the subtle inclusion of zardozi on his velvet men’s jackets and the swirly appliqué motifs that adorned all his skirts…somehow they took the mind to the great chakra design that is iconically Indian. Off course his lotuses were missing. This was too chic a show to bring earth and earthy influences into.
And in the end when a frail and recuperating Rohit Bal emerged out of the Mitsubishi lancer, the car that the evening saw launching in the city, it were rows and rows of chic people who only emerge on pal Rohit Bal’s show who stood up for a standing ovation.Aman Nath,Subodh Gupta,Bharti Kher, Vicly Sawahney, Ajay Bijli,Bindu Vadhera…. The line up off the ramp was as star studded as on. But then, this is what Gudda’s fable is all about….Right?
Posted by : Anshu Khanna at 02:10 AM
