August 2011 - Page 15 of 18

A group of people enjoying a party in a beautiful house, a lounge, dark and smoky, with sensual projections on the walls to evoke a cinematic feeling. The campaign enhances the bright colors and materials of the collection: yellow, purple, green and precious fabrics, silks and furs…

The decadent interiors are the perfect location for this cinematographic story. Shot with Lenz von Johnston and Sigrid Agren the new faces of Gucci in this Pre-Fall 2011 ad campaign by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott, in Palazzo Taverna in Rome, a beautiful old location in the heart of the city, previously owned by the most prominent Italian families.

Masters of elegance and sophistication, Shantanu and Nikhil, are a label synonymous with luxury. Enriched with a global vision, the duo have moved beyond borders, infusing an Indian sensibility into a rich detailing that remains quintessentially Shantanu and Nikhil. The Duo now present to you a Cocktail Couture Trilogy at the DLF Emporio Mall on the 4 th August to 8 th August’11.

The collection comes alive in a whimsical magic with Installation in the atrium and the Foyer on the 2nd floor leading all the way up to the store. Creating the perfect romantic ambience on a canvas of vintage surroundings which is so reminiscent of the contemporary destination.

India born international designer Naeem Khan presents his vivacious and versatile Resort 2012 collection flavoring western silhouettes with Indian sensibility.

All in all the long structured collection by the designer revolves in spectrum of red, yellow, Ink blue, ivory, black and aqua. The lavish gowns and dresses with detailing of metallic sequins, silver degrade beading, thread embroidery, pearl and crystal work (mainly on the bodices of the gowns) rules the collection by completely acknowledging its wearability. Apart from blouson dresses to gowns with tulip skirts, pleats, ruffles and drapes interestingly provides variety to the collection.

Georgette Kaftans, silk pants, linen skirts and jackets and organza tops further the distinctness of the range. The necklines vary from v fronts and backs, to halter necks, to boat necklines. Cap sleeves, off-shoulders, open backs and one-shoulders are the interesting features of the collection.

The fourth day of India International Jewellery Week 2011 had their unique designs dedicated to two legends artist (late) M.F.Hussain and coveted Japanese jewellery designer (late) Kazuo Ogawa. Sourendra Kumar Das parks himself in the front row, and brings forth the latest runaway news about the designs, jewelries and the paparazzi for you…

The day kick-started with GIA India – Meenal Patodia with unique velvet ribbon avec glittering pendants, Pooja Patel dazzled la rampe with her pearl strings with diamante pendants, Shipra Todi had delicate fish net design earrings avec ruby necklaces, Sana Qureshi played around with coloured stones and small pearls, while Riddhika Jesrani had her jewelries enthused by Mysore and Jaipur gharanas.

Anmol Jewellers had unique jewelries designed by Ishu Datwani and the flowing lehengas, anarkalis were the creations of Manish Malhotra. Showstopper Shraddha Kapoor astounded la rampe wearing a dazzling diamond choker avec rows of pale green tourmalines clasped with diamond et ruby pendants.

Surana Gems showcased exuberant craftsmanship of Bengal by Chandra Kumar, Niraj & Rahul Surana that had uneven sparks of diamonds bursts with ruby edges et diamond necklaces with overlapping circles. Showstopper Pooja Mishra sashayed la rampe in a au-courant white gown avec gold necklace splashed with rubies and modishly teamed with earrings, rings et hair ornaments.

Laxmi Jewelers had au-courant jewelries from delicate 50grams to heavy ornate bridal sets with 20carats kundan and jadau jewellery avec diamond polkis. Kashi Jewellers revived the Bengali traditions with conventional Bengali jewelries, the likes of floral diamond motifs and gold lacy neckpieces. Showstopper Isha Koppikar sashayed la rampe in a modish kundan avec à la mode earrings, bracelets in emerald and ruby.

Alpana Gujral’s in vogue collection was an amalgamation of traditional designs with contemporary touches as she conceded her inspiration from the glorious Mughal era. Showstopper Firoze Gujral dazzled the show in a glittering lehenga and choli avec conventional pearls, kundan, rubies, and emerald, necklace pooled with armlet, earrings, bangles and rings.

Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas had a delicate mix of western designs et Indian techniques of Harappan et Mesopotamian civilization, avec swirling line of white chiffon gowns by Swapnil Shinde. Showstopper Malaika Arora Khan sashayed la rampe in a slinky red gown et dazzling kundan necklace avec ruby floral centre with matching cuffs et earrings.

The last but not the least Adorn gained the finale where Laksh Pahuja opened the show avec his tribute to (late) M.F.Hussain in ‘Barefoot Wonder’ that had assorted paint tubes circled as necklaces and headpieces. There were six stunning jewelry entries that paid tribute to (late) Kazuo Ogawa that pearls in most exquisite manner avec traditional emblems. Showstopper Mahima Chaudhary sashayed la rampe avec a bangle that swirled on the wrist representing the momentum of life, while Perizaad Zorabian dazzled in a unique necklace made of fresh water pearls combined in an amazing blue gown.

So, the fourth day of the IIJW finished in the note of great grandeur and paying homage to those legends like Hussian and Ogawa who has left us abundance of knowledge. Stay tuned for the last day as they unveil the Grand Finale at 7pm, for the latest updates…

The fourth day of India International Jewellery Week 2011 added the glitz et glamour avec Alpana Gujral’s in vogue collection that was an amalgamation of traditional designs with contemporary touches.

Gujral’s designs were a riot of colour that brought the beauty of Rajasthan jewellery with astounding colourful minakari work, combined with gems, precious metals and enamel pigments. She conceded her inspiration from the glorious Mughal era.

The designs had earrings, cuffs, bracelets, necklaces and rings that had glittering rubies, emeralds and sapphires. She had tassel ends on medallion pendants of floral design hanging from pearl strands matched the fringed pearl earrings.

There was large onyx in unique cuts amalgamated with gleaming gold while the traditional pendants hung from ropes of pearls and rubies. Fish shaped jades were the centre with ruby pendants while the double floral medallions swung from pearl onyx chains.

WHAT : HOT INDIAN SAVORIES WHERE : CRYSTAL LOUNGE, THE GRAND NEW DELHI, VASANT KUNJ DATE : ON TILL 14 August 2011 TIMINGS : AM – 7PM

It was in 2003 that the designer along with Sajid Khan set up…

A Delhi based designer, Anjali Kalia has been a venerable name of Indian fashion for over one and a half decade. Having graduated from National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi in 1995 with flying colors, the designer worked with Rohit Bal for 5 years before moving on her own.

It was in 2003 that the designer along with Sajid Khan set up ‘Maya’, a label which showcased across India under Manish Malhotra and Anjali Kalia designing for the label. Later Anjali launched her label ‘Divine Design’ and exhibited her collection at many prestigious events. Over the passing years, the traditional dying Indian crafts and arts caught her eye and she got indulged in projects like Tuesday collective giving voice to craft revival. The designer is now associated with Sanskriti Kendra and believes that the craft is like a seed carried in a woman’s womb which needs to be nurtured. She is also the member of the Crafts Council of India, and has been involved in various workshops to enhance the design potential of indigenous crafts. Besides Anjali is also connected to many NGOs who work for welfare of impoverished artisans and craftsmen across the country.

Coming to her design sensibility, Anjali has always had narrated stories through her graceful collections; stories reflecting evolving India. Influenced and inspired by a self-motivated research into Indian Aesthetics and Design Philosophy, Anjali’s design skills have evolved to reflect India on its path of constant growth and evolution. She is sensitive towards maintaining a balance between Indian Aesthetics and contemporary demands. She relates to simplicity and purity, not only in design, but also thought, word and deed.

Anjali has many laurels to her name and it started way back in 1995 when she was awarded the CMAI (Clothing Manufacturers Association of India) Award for the Most Creative Graduating Collection.

Anjali currently is straddling between her love for designing and soul for social welfare. She majorly retails from Ogaan and Collage.

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