July 2011 - Page 2 of 17

Amit GT would be showing his PreSpring Summer 2012 collection at the prestigious Saatchi Gallery in London. An art meet fashion event for trend defining designers and luxury brands to the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Kenzo, Pucci, Valentino, Givenchy would also be showing alongside from August 7- 9 2011.

Talking about the collection Amit GT said, the biggest challenge in designing this collection was to how I could use my recent love affair with minimal chic in myriad ways to suit different moods and occassions.The colours best describe their mood from nudes to lime greens to desert gold to greys and blacks.

"I wanted to create eclectic wardrobe so that they don’t have to follow same look each day. There are prints in the collection that were inspired by exotic flora and fauna or there are hand-painted intriguing prints or abstracts that take you on a galactic trail but all of them have a sense of escapism". The art of folding was the highlight of this minimal collection. Origami is reinterpreted that ergonomically morphed the shapes and is used to break the conventions of tailoring”, he went on.

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Known for his exquisite silhouettes, styling and innovative use of fabrics, renowned fashion designer, Wendell Rodricks is all set to charm the fashion world with his ‘Himalayan Live Natural’ collection at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2011. The much-celebrated designer will present an exclusive organic collection inspired by water and one of its natural sources, the Himalayan range.

Made with natural and organic materials, his creations will draw from the explosion of life and motion that denotes water. Speaking about his collection, Wendell Rodricks said, “Water for me not only symbolizes life but also home. Its motions and stillness have never ceased to inspire me. While the ocean has played an important part in my earlier collections, this time I am drawing inspiration from another source of water, the majestic Himalayan range”.

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Ace fashion designer Manav Gangwani has launched his new store and unveiled his latest collection in the plush Emporio mall, New Delhi.

The store also has a private ‘timeless’ section where the designer meets customers by appointments only.

The theme for this boutique has been chosen keeping in mind a contemporary yet classic form. Inspired by grottos, a dramatic cave like space has been created. The architectural expression is theatrical rather than just being a decorative experience. Swarovski elements have always been an integral part of Manav Gangwani’s iconic couture pieces and this passion also finds expression in the installation titled as ‘social butterfly’.

There is sense of discovery in the store, from the outside, one sees a row of mannequins reminiscent of a ramp but the garments reveal themselves only once the customer enters and explores the store. The material palettes consists of intersecting vaults finished in white plaster with mirror polished chrome racks set into a raw shell of stained distressed brick walls and a stained polished concrete floor. The luxurious furniture has been brought exclusively from ‘the charcoal project’, Mumbai by Mrs. Sussanne Roshan and Andrew Martin.

‘The idea behind having this store was to let my clients have an exceptional omnibus of styles that are breath taking and timeless, enhanced with the interesting shop ambience,’ says Manav.

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Evoluzione, a fashion movement associated with the biggest names in Indian fashion, has been nurtured with passion by Tina and Atul Malhotra for over a decade. It has evolved into a byword for the most exquisite in fashion and style in Chennai and Bangalore.

During the couture week in the capital, Evoluzione – Kila opened its doors in New Delhi on the 25th of July 2011. The new space houses leading and upcoming designers and marks a significant milestone in the history of most recognized curators of design in India.

Designed by Chennai’s Vikram Phadke of Interspace Inc. in collaboration with Illum Design Project New Delhi, the store retains the original façade of the building while the interior is interplay of minimal and ornate.

Luxurious displays, fashion installations, highly selective merchandize, uncompromised quality and high standards of service build a luxe atmosphere. This can become a completely bespoke experience with an appointment-only personal styling consultation in a private chamber.

Showcasing the best of India’s design talent, Evoluzione Kila will house the likes of Anamika Khanna, Abraham & Thakore, Rohit Bal, Rohit Gandhi Rahul Khanna, Gaurav Gupta, Gauri Nainika, Kotwara, Manish Arora, Manish Malhotra, Rajesh and Payal Pratap Singh and Varun Bahl to name a few; along with accessories by Malaga, Meera Mahadevia and Suhani Pittie and lots more.

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Obviously couture is all about the clothes. However, many designers also get pretty fanciful with hair and makeup, too, which makes the whole package really fun to watch. Continuing the trend we saw some really deep colors backstage by Mickey Contractor and Vimi Joshi working their magic at the recently concluded Synergy One Delhi Couture Week. We bring you an exclusive on how to get that look:

DAY1

MAC BACKSTAGE AT VARUN BAHL
KEY MAKEUP ARTIST – MICKEY CONTRACTOR (MAC DIRECTOR OF ARTISTRY INDIA)

INSPIRATION: “.”

MAKEUP: “THE FOCUS OF THIS LOOK IS THE LIP IT IS A BLEND OF A BURGANDY AND RED LIP WITH A STRONG GOLD CENTER”

KEY PRODUCTS:

COPPER PIGMENT

NIGHTMOTH LIP PENCIL

MAC BACKSTAGE AT JJ VALAYA

KEY MAKEUP ARTIST – VIMI JOSHI (MAC SENIOR ARTIST MIDDLE EAST & INDIA)

INSPIRATION: “THINK SPANISH, THINK DRAMATIC, THINK DEEPER”

MAKEUP: “A CREAMY RUSTIC EYE BLENDED INTO A DEFINED RED EXOTIC MOUTH”

KEY PRODUCTS:

CREAM COLOUR BASE IN ROOT

EYE KOHL IN SMOLDER

LIPSTICK IN RUSSIAN RED

HOW TO GET THE LOOK:

1. SPRITZ FIX + GENEROUSLY OVER THE FACE

2. HEAVILY MOISTURIZE THE ENTIRE FACE WITH STUDIO MOISTURE CREAM

3. APPLY STUDIO SCULPT FOUNDATION ALL OVER THE FACE

4. CONTOUR THE ENTIRE FACE; CHEEK BONES, JAWLINEAND TEMPLES WITH MINERALIZE SKINFINISH POWDER IN A SHADE DARKER THAN OWN SKINTONE

5. APPLY BLUSH IN COPPERTONE ONTO THE CHEEKS

6. APPLY CREAM COLOUR BASE IN ROOT ALL OVER THE EYELID

7. BLEND EYESHADOW IN RULE INTO THE SOCKET BONE

8. APPLY EYE KOHL IN SMOLDER AND TEDDY ALONG THE LOWER AND UPPER LASH LINE

9. GENEROUSLY COAT LASHES WITH ZOOMLASH MASCARA IN ZOOMBLACK

10. APPLY #7 LASHES

11. DEFINE BROWS WITH AN EYEBROW PENCIL SIMILAR TO YOUR HAIR COLOUR

12. LINE AND FILL IN LIPS WITH LIP PENCIL IN BRICK

13. APPLY LIPSTICK IN RUSSIAN RED ALL OVER LIPS

DAY2

MAC BACKSTAGE AT KOTWARA BY MEERA AND MUZAFFAR ALI

KEY MAKEUP ARTIST – VIMI JOSHI (MAC SENIOR ARTIST MIDDLE EAST & INDIA)

INSPIRATION: “SHE’S AN INDIAN BEAUTY THAT WILL ENTICE YOU WITH ONE LOOK. IT’S CLASSICAL SOPHISTICATION IN THE 21ST CENTURY”

MAKEUP: “SEDUCTIVE, SENSUAL AND DREAMY EYES WITH LUSCIOUS PLUM LIPS”

KEY PRODUCTS:

EYE SHADOW IN CARBON

# 7 LASH

LIPSTICKS IN BRAVE AND IMPASSIONED

FROM RUNWAY TO REALWAY – HOW TO GET THE LOOK:

1. SPRITZ FIX + GENEROUSLY OVER THE FACE

2. HYDRATE THE ENTIRE FACE WITH OIL CONTROL LOTION

3. APPLY STUDIO SCULPT FOUNDATION ALL OVER THE FACE

4. SET THE FOUNDATION WITH PREP AND PRIME TRANSPARENT FINISHING POWDER

5. CONTOUR THE ENTIRE FACE; CHEEK BONES, JAWLINEAND TEMPLES WITH MINERALIZE SKINFINISH POWDER IN A SHADE DARKER THAN OWN SKINTONE

6. APPLY BLUSH IN GINGERLY ON THE CHEEKS

7. APPLY MINERALIZE SKINFINISH IN GOLD DEPOSIT AS A HIGHLIGHTER ON THE HIGH PLANES OF THE CHEEKS

8. APPLY EYE SHADOW IN CARBON ALL OVER THE EYELID, BLENDING WELL AND TAKING IT OUTWARDS TO CREATE A SMOKY FINISH

9. BLEND EYE SHADOW IN BRONZE INTO THE SOCKET LINE

10. LINE THE EYE WITH EYE KOHL IN SMOLDER, FOLLOWING THE EYE SHAPE AND THEN TAKING IT OUTWARDS WITH A SLIGHT FLICK UPWARDS TO CREATE A WINGED OUT CAT EYE SHAPE

11. GENEROUSLY COAT LASHES WITH ZOOMLASH MASCARA IN ZOOMBLACK

12. APPLY #7 LASHES

13. DEFINE BROWS WITH AN EYEBROW PENCIL SIMILAR TO YOUR HAIR COLOUR

14. APPLY FOUNDATION IN OWN SKINTONE ALL OVER THE LIPS TO NEUTRALIZE THE COLOUR

15. APPLY LIPSTICKS IN BRAVE AND IMPASSIONED, BLENDING BOTH WELL INTO EACH OTHER TO CREATE A PLUM-PINK COLOUR

MAC BACKSTAGE AT MANAV GANGWANI

KEY MAKEUP ARTIST – VIMI JOSHI (MAC SENIOR ARTIST MIDDLE EAST & INDIA)

INSPIRATION: “A FIERCE, DRAMATIC WARRIOR, SHE’S TOUGH AND COOL YET AT THE SAME TIME, HYPNOTICALLY BEAUTIFUL”

MAKEUP: “A DRAMATIC CAT EYE THAT’S MORE FELINE THAN BEAUTY, JUXTAPOSED AGAINST A NUDE MOUTH AND HIGHLY DEFINED AND CONTOURED CHEEKBONES”

KEY PRODUCTS:

CREAM COLOUR BASE IN HUSH

PIGMENT IN VANILLA

RUNWAY TO REALWAY- HOW TO GET THE LOOK:

LINE AND FILL IN THE LIPS WITH LIP PENCIL IN SPICE, AND FOLLOW WITH LUSTREGLASS IN REVEALING ALL OVER THE LIPS.

1. SPRITZ FIX + GENEROUSLY OVER THE FACE

2. HEAVILY MOISTURIZE THE ENTIRE FACE WITH STUDIO MOISTURE CREAM

3. APPLY STUDIO SCULPT FOUNDATION ALL OVER THE FACE

4. SET THE FOUNDATION WITH SELECT SHEER PRESSED POWDER

5. CONTOUR THE ENTIRE FACE; CHEEK BONES, JAWLINEAND TEMPLES WITH BLUSH IN COPPERTONE

6. APPLY BLUSH IN GINGERLY ON THE CHEEKS

7. APPLY REFLEX IN PEARL AS A HIGHLIGHTER ON THE HIGH PLANES OF THE CHEEKS

8. APPLY CREAM COLOUR BASE IN HUSH AND PIGMENT IN VANILLA ALL OVER THE EYELID

9. BLEND EYE SHADOW IN RULE INTO THE SOCKET LINE

10. LINE THE WATERLINE WITH EYE KOHL IN FASCINATING

11. USING FLUIDLINE IN BLACKTRACK, DRAW A LINE ON THE EYELID FOLLOWING THE EYESHAPE

12. GENEROUSLY COAT LASHES WITH ZOOMLASH MASCARA IN ZOOMBLACK

13. APPLY #7 LASHES

14. DEFINE BROWS WITH AN EYEBROW PENCIL SIMILAR TO YOUR HAIR COLOUR

15. LINE AND FILL IN THE LIPS WITH LIP PENCIL IN SPICE

16. APPLY LUSTREGLASS IN REVEALING ALL OVER THE LIPS

MAC BACKSTAGE AT SUNEET VERMA

KEY MAKEUP ARTIST – MICKEY CONTRACTOR (MAC DIRECTOR OF ARTISTRY INDIA)

INSPIRATION: “IT’S A MODERN TAKE ON THE KARMASUTRA. IT’S SEDUCTIVE SOFT AND FEMININE YET STRONG AND SEXY.”

MAKEUP: “SKIN IS FLAWLESS AND MATTE; EYES ARE A TAKE ON 60s LONG LINER, LIP IS NUDE, SOFT AND PRETTY”

KEY PRODUCTS:

FLUIDLINE IN BLACKTRACK

LIP PENCIL IN SPICE

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The bling land pops up once in a year, and the dazzle is uncanny. From the glittering ramps to bejeweled beings and glowing hearts, the second edition of Synergy 1 Delhi Couture Week 2011 traversed a glitzy journey of high fashion, cruising through troubled waters to the land of mystique.

Twelve flourished couturiers along with a brigade of tall and slender seductresses invoked Dionysus, and the four days of revelry whispered the tales of seduction, Indian royalty and French luxury; evoked nostalgia; hailed photography; called for inner peace. The ornate backdrops and rich elaborately done sets, sometime adorned with the revolving wheels of time and the other with the flowers, stuffed animal figurines, bells and Victorian antiques, the progressing shows kept infusing drama and life galore on the ramp whereas the click frenzied photographers, sniggering critics, scoop hungry journos, business sniffers, conscious cross-legged-twiddling-with-hair fashion enthusiasts and muttons-dressed-as-lambs socialites, retained pizzazz off the ramp.

Bellwether-ed by Mr. Sunil Sethi (undoubtedly, titanium toed), and his Harvard-ly management, the couture week was in its grander, better and more glamorous avatar this time. Enticingly flavoring the confection of couture were the royal halls of The Taj Palace; dim yellow lights, hard-to-budge ornate doors, dangling chandeliers, candle beds and torches on the walls. Though jinxed by front row brawls and thus grudges, less-seats-more-to-accommodate issues, delayed shows and bridal versus couture debate; spare Anju Modi Ashima-Leena heated verbal volleys, but all in all nothing seemed undermining the motive of this luxury stirring jamboree.

Couture as being synonymous with extravagance and glamour, the Bollywood expectedly landed on with its array of juvenile young and faded to falling stars, stoking excitement and buzz throughout the four days. Madhuri Dixit graced front row for Varun Bahl whereas Sonam Kapoor and Sonakshi Sinha strutted for Manish Malhotra and Shantanu & Nikhil, respectively. Designer Manav Gangwani encrusted blinding bling on and off the ramp with Fardeen Khan, Zayed Khan, Soha Ali Khan and Dino Morea along with dozen others occupying an entire row. The Couture-cum-Bollywood festivities finally concluded with Arjun Rampal walking for Rohit Bal.

Unlike last year, couture week this time was more versatile and eclectic with the designers putting forth their best in terms of creativity, distinctness and drama. With the designers poetically expressing their love for Swarovski Elements and economically for bridal wear, the couture week as a whole turned out to be a fruitful affaire, serving delicacies for every taste. Structured gowns in western silhouettes strutted with very Indian heavily embellished and embroidered lehangas, and flowing anarkalis while mingling umpteen influences and traditions, making whole week a melting pot of cultures Palazzo pants, puffed shoulders, embroidered hems and embellished bodices appeared frequently on the ramp. Dramatic big headgears, formidable heavy make-up and loads of accessories glaringly inspired gape and justified the couture. Rohit Bal culminated the four days of sartorial celebrations with breath bating ensembles along with the sprinkle of fragrant flowers bidding adieu to fashion lovers to appear again after a year with new hopes and surprises.

Posted by : Chaitanya Garg at 12:50 AM

In an exclusive tête-à-tête to fashionfad.in, Mr Pradeep Hirani, Chairman, Kimaya Fashions Private Limited (“Kimaya”) today announced that it has received investment commitment of Rs 60 crores from Franklin Templeton Private Equity Strategy ("FTPES"), a rupee denominated private equity portfolio managed by Franklin Templeton Asset Management (India) Private Limited, ("FT India"), and advised by Darby Asia Investors (India) Private Limited (“Darby India”). The transaction details were not disclosed.

Promoted by husband and wife (Neha Hirani) duo, Kimaya is India’s largest luxury fashion house and operates high-end designer stores, primarily focusing on Indian ethnic womens wear. It currently manages more than 35,000sq.ft. of premium retail space across India and Dubai. The company is all set to deploy the funds raised in the current round for expanding Kimaya’s presence and establishing a new brand in the affordable luxury space, popularly known as the prêt segment, targeting the burgeoning upper middle class in India.

The new prêt label will be committed towards making Indian designer wear accessible to a much wider consumer base across the country. Kimaya also has concrete plans to increase its footprint in the international market by opening company-owned and franchise stores in the leading fashion destinations of the world.

In compliance with the increasing use of technology and the internet by fashion conscious digital consumers Kimaya is launching an e-commerce site that will overnight amplify its presence worldwide. The site will use state of the art, secure techniques and a user friendly interface that will revolutionize the buying patterns of fashion aficionados across the globe.

“There is an increasing feeling of belief that India is a strong contender to be the next fashion capital of the world. The onus to materialize this lies in our hands and such investments ascertain and reiterate the fact that we are not the only ones harboring such beliefs. By leveraging on the formidable platform that Kimaya has, the current development will provide immense boost and impetus to the Indian designer wear industry,” said, a jubilant Mr. Pradeep Hirani, Chairman, Kimaya Fashions.

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Couturier Varun Bahl’s recently showcased French extravaganza at the Delhi Couture Week 2011 can now be availed at Ensemble, DLF Emporio. The multi designer boutique will launch the couture collection of the designer on July 28.

Varun Bahl’s latest line indirectly resonating one of history’s most celebrated and berated queens – Marie Antoinette is the contemporary interpretation of an enduring classic offering lehengas, farshi pajamas and anarkalis in an exciting palette. The color range oscillates from decadent pistachio hues to deep, drunken wines and maroons, glamorous golds to pure ivory shades.

Flowing lengths of air-like tulle, shimmering damasks, and cascading chiffons are reined in with majestic jackets and corset-like structures.

Speaking on the occasion, Tina Tahiliani-Parikh, Executive Director of Ensemble says, “We are excited to launch Varun Bahl’s latest couture collection at Ensemble. In his latest line, he plays to his strengths and stays true to his art, resurrecting old world charm in an urban dialogue. A favorite amongst the fashion-forward crowd, I feel that this collection is a great addition to Ensemble’s product offering.”

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Hailed as Asia’s first jewellery week, The India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) announced the force of 27 designers and design houses for their forthcoming event, scheduled to be held from 31st July to 4th August 2011 at The Grand Hyatt, Mumbai.

The high profile jewellery event organized by the Gem and Jewellery Promotion Council (GJEPC) will also witness Bollywood style diva, Sonam Kapoor endorsing the current edition. Besides a brigade of glamorous models, high profile Indian celebrities and much sought after International celebrities could be seen sashaying the ramp, enforcing India’s position as the global leader in jewellery designing. The event in its own way is also a celebration and re-iteration of India’s World leadership as the largest exporter and fastest manufacturer of jewellery.

About this jewellery affaire, Rajiv Jain the Chairman of GJEPC says “With the tremendous success of the first India International Jewellery Week the stage is now set for 2011, when it will be bigger in grandeur with amazing exciting talents and creativity displayed for the Indian & International market. It’s a historic moment and a historic event for the jewellery industry. IIJW will go down as a milestone event in the establishment of this industry as a Design Destination in Jewellery.”

The designers and design houses participating in this show are:

Gitanjali Group
Khyati (Eekani Jewels)
Sangam Chains
Amrapali
Gehna Jewellers
C Krishniah Chetty & Sons
Tanishq,Rosily Paul
Vijay Golecha (Golecha’s Jewels)
International Gemological Institute
Johara Jewels by Divya Ahuja
ScintillatingTM Jewellery
Kays Jewels Pvt. Ltd
CVM Exports
GIA India
Dipti Amisha
Jewels Emporium
YS 18
Sawansukha Jewelllers Pvt. Ltd
Manubhai Gems Pvt. Ltd
Dwarkadas Chandumal Jewellers
Anmol Jewellers
Surana Gems & Jewellery
Laxmi Jewellery Exports Pvt. Ltd
Kashi Jewellers
Alpana Gujral
Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas

Being spread across 5 days with first four days showcasing collections from Designers and Design Houses, 5th day will culminate into a grand finale showcasing best of best of all participants of the Week. The design houses like Scintillating Jewellery by Dhaval Shah will showcase Indian bridal diamond jewellery including complete bridal sets , exquisite necklaces sets & necklaces, pendant sets & pendants, earrings & chandeliers, rings for every whereas Dipti Amisha line by Dipti Zaveri will exhibit jewellery which is a fusion of antique style with modern design where mughal contemporary influences will be wedded to various British and Western concepts.

Golecha Jewels collection titled, Jewels of the sea is inspired by the beauty of traditional designs worn by Indian royalty in exquisite pearls, scintillating rubies and evergreen emeralds with rose cut and uncut diamonds.

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Monthly Archives: July 2011

Amit GT at Saatchi Gallery

Wendell

Manav Gangwani Couture

Evoluzione

Haute Couture Beauty

Couture Celebrations

Kimaya Receives 60crs Investment

Varun Bahl at Ensemble

IIJW 2011 Preview