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Monthly Archives: October 2012
Dior Real Gold Tattoos
If gold is your penchant then Dior has something really exciting for you. The French luxury brand has come up with temporary gold tattoos.The temporary tattoos made of real 24-carat gold are designed by Dior jewellery designer, Camille Miceli. The Dior Grand Bal Golden Tattoos range including chain bracelets and rings primarily comes as a dainty minimalistic jewellery substitute.
Now, when gold price is hitting the roof top, these classy limited edition tattoos are perfect for fashionistas with shoestring budget. Each set is priced at $ 120.
Tokyo Fashion Week SS
The season of eccentricity hit the city of Tokyo just a week ago with all the heavy weights of Japanese fashion showcasing on a platform, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Tokyo Spring Summer 2013.
Being held at Shibuya’s new Hikarie shopping complex, the 8-day long fashion extravaganza bringing to the fore the best of Japanese art, culture and fashion, commenced on October 13, 2012 with a band of 41 designers and brands presenting their latest Spring Summer 2013 collections through catwalks and exhibitions.
The event which culminated on October, 20, 2012 had names like Dresscamp, Shiroma, Somarta, Facetasm, et momonakia, Ato and Everlasting Sprout belting out some great modish renditions on ramp accentuating on different looks varying from ultra-feminine to gothic. From street wear to elegant evening wear, the week was high on non-conformism and innovation, pushing the envelope to highlight the evolution of Japanese design sensibilities.
Primarily, what grabbed the eyeballs were loads of floral motifs, neon hues graphic patterns and sportswear for both men and women. Even men appeared on ramp wearing full-on florals and neon hues
The designers like Anrealage and Mint Designs who showcased at the last edition of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week also presented their scintillating creations. The use of laser cutting technology by Anrealage, along with intricate lattice work and Art Deco patterns in neon hues made the collection to stand out.
Mr Cartoon Creates for Diesel
Most people don’t have a tattoo on their wrist but Diesel is about to change that. Diesel and the irreverent and controversial tattoo artist, Mr. Cartoon, have collaborated to create two customized limited edition watches.
Drawing inspiration from the vibrant streets of Los Angeles where he grew up, Mr. Cartoon (given name: Mark Machado or more commonly known as Cartoon) is a master of fine line, richly detailed, hand-rendered designs and is well known for his murals, album covers, logos and celebrity tattoos.
DZMC0001 features the artist’s iconic clown face in silver on a black dial with red details and is based on his own hand-drawn design. On the back, Mr. Cartoon has revisited Diesel’s famous Mohican, giving it his own satirical and creative twist. Whereas, DZMC0002 has oversized roman numerals by the artist as well as his personal logo. The chronograph watch also has an LED light display function, while the silicone band is a striking olive color with custom stenciling.
Drawing inspiration from the vibrant streets of Los Angeles where he grew up, Mr. Cartoon (given name: Mark Machado or more commonly known as Cartoon) is a master of fine line, richly detailed, hand-rendered designs and is well known for his murals, album covers, logos and celebrity tattoos.
DZMC0001 features the artist’s iconic clown face in silver on a black dial with red details and is based on his own hand-drawn design. On the back, Mr. Cartoon has revisited Diesel’s famous Mohican, giving it his own satirical and creative twist. Whereas, DZMC0002 has oversized roman numerals by the artist as well as his personal logo. The chronograph watch also has an LED light display function, while the silicone band is a striking olive color with custom stenciling.
Festive Collection@ Samsaara
Samsaara, the luxurious Designer wear destination, today unveiled the Festive Collection 2012 by ace designers Arpan Vohra, Jaya Rathore, Monika Malik, Pallavi Goenka, Gaurav Gupta and Varun Bahl, to usher the festivities in style with exquisite jewelry by Falguni Mehta.Falguni Mehta festive collection was a riot of color expressing the exuberance of the season of Weddings, Parties, Diwali & the New Year. Colors are the symbol of happiness. Falguni has compiled her new range with vibrant fusion of Rubies, Emeralds & Turquoise to match the mood of the coming season.
The marigold celebration & the moonlight collection by Arpan Vohra is an amalgamation of both traditional and modern Bridal 2012 Collection
Pallavi Goenka’s collection attempts to revive and promote the Indian heritage art of hand painted textiles. The infusion of Indian Imperial fabrics, innovative designs and color implication is the inspiration behind the collections.While Monika Malik’s collection included an assortment of Anarkalis with heavy dupattas in different hues. Her selection exuberated gorgeous brocade patchwork, time-honoured zardozi work and classic Swarovski detailing. The whole collection is paraphernalia of beautiful fabrics like heavy weight silks and velvets. Monica’s collection reflects the charisma of today’s woman who is very modern yet proud of her ethnicity.
60 Years of Jehangir Art
A Fundraising evening was hosted by Mr Adi Jehangir, Chairman with Mrs Sangita Jindal and Mr Harsh Goenka to coincide with the Diamond Jubilee celebration of Jehangir Art Gallery at the Taj Mahal Palace & Hotel.Also present was Ms Sapna Kar, Director of the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations of The Jehangir Art Gallery.
Some of the artists whose works are a part of this historical auction were Akbar Padamsee, Anjolie Ela Menon, Sakti Barman, Gieve Patel, Gogi Saroj Pal, Jaideep Mehrohtra, Jatin Das, Lalitha Lajmi, Paresh Maity, Nayana Kanodia, Samir Mondal, Satish Gujral, Sujata Bajaj and Yusuf Arakkal amongst many others.
The auction was then conducted by expert auctioneer Mallika Advani. Seen at this historic celebration were Shobhaa & Dilip De, Mr Sajjan Jindal, Mrs Mala Goenka,Mr & Mrs Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, Pritish Nandy, Pheroza Godrej, Sujata Bajaj, Paresh Maity, Tarana Khubchandani, Shibani Agarwal, Sunil & Maya Alagh, Mukeeta Jhaveri, Suresh & Ddeveika Bhojwani, Gayatri Shah, Penny & Sanjeev Patel, Siddharth & Geeta Kak, Kalpana Shah, Rashmi Uday Singh, Lalitha Lajmi with daughter Kalpana, Shefali Singhania, Author Soha Parekh and Kailash & Aarti Surendranath, amongst many others.
Vivek & Anjul at Fizaa
Indo-Nepalese designer duo Vivek & Anjul overwhelmed Indian audiences with their Sarees in the popular TV show. They were in Mumbai recently to present there new collection at Fizaa by Zarine Khan.
The ethnic collection consists of beautiful Hand Embroidery from India and Nepal is aptly called “Threads and Sparkles” –to welcome the festive season!
Present for the occassion were none other than Nepalese Royalty (for whom Vivek & Anjul are the official designers) : Princess Steeshama and Princess Dilasha.
While models showcased Vivek & Anjuls creations, seen admiring their designs were Farah Khan Ali and Anisha Chaturvedi, kajol and many more.
The duo will by prior appointment will be available at the Fizaa ,and will be designing custom made outfits for the approaching festive season.
Trends at WIFW SS 2013
With the end of another fashion week there are thousands of trend-setting-worthy outfits horsing around for well-lit rack space on high streets. High on the hog, they are fighting for space in the glossies, and will glitter in flash bulbs and arch lights. Though most of them had been spotted umpteen times on the ramp before, but the few different ones in their own right will lead the trends next season.
With Spring Summer in concern, we accentuate on form and function, along with creativity to present the trends, catering to your different moods, varying from playful to classy, to sexy.
An Eclectic Look – Mix and Match
The idea of mix and match has gone quite eclectic for coming Spring Summer that many a designers presented their collections deriving different elements from different parts of the world. From gypsies meeting with glam goddesses, the boho chic look is the flavour of the season. Designers like Payal Pratap, Malini Ramani, Atsu Sekhose, Pero by Aneeth Arora, Vineet Bahl and Nida Mahmood presented aesthetically done mix and match of different elements.
Vineet Bahl’s vintage lace churidars were teamed up with kurtas adorned with Moroccan embroideries. Similarly, Nida paired up denims with differently draped saris. And Atsu beautifully merged American sportswear with artistry of North-East. Payal Pratap either fused the elements from Kutch into contemporary silhouettes.
Riot of Prints
If you think Spring Summer is all about flowers on your flowy maxis then you should take a close look at the collections showcased as many of the designers think differently. Though floral motifs are a safe bet for springs but the challenge lies in wearing abstract prints, honeycombs, geometrical prints, Aztec prints, interesting face prints and kitsch prints. Whether it’s James Ferriera’s Ganesha frolicking with cherubs or riotous depiction of cells looking like an abstract painting by Ashish N Soni, the prints are more vibrant and experimental than ever.
Kallol Datta’s splash of paint and troll faces, Ranna Gill’s geometrical prints, Pia Pauro’s kitsch and Surily Goel’s Aztec work only expanded the spectrum of prints rendering life to the outfits.
Of Metal, Wood, Plastic and 3Dimesions
Though chiffons, cottons and silks strutted in their glory on ramp but the presence of other things textured, heavier and lustrous stole the show. The futuristic designs as presented by Rajesh Pratap Singh in the form of shredded, woven and knitted pieces of steel, gold, silver and aluminum were a testimony to the experimental approach of Indian designers.
Similarly, metallic pieces by Kanika Saluja, use of plastic and straw by Rimzim Dadu and Alpana Neeraj’s three-dimensional patterns took the story of warp and weft to a different level.
Classiness of White & Black
If you equate Spring Summers with bright citric hues then you will be having neon hues galore to flaunt in those hot afternoons. But then such hues are being worn since ages. The classiness of black and white or monochromes is the one of the most elegant trends for Spring Summer 2013. Be it the beautifully draped printed dresses by Kallol Datta, Namrata Joshipura’s separates or Gauri & Nainika ruffled gowns, the combination of black and white stood out aesthetically offering a visual feast.
Sexy High Slits and Bare Midriffs
Mind is sexy and if played rightly with, sexual wonders can be achieved. Every seductress in her own right understands the power of subtle skin show, and this fashion week bare midriffs and thigh high slits happened to churn erotica. Though bikinis were there but slits running till armpits and belly button accentuating midriffs had their own charm. Wendell Rodrick, Shivan & Naresh, Malini Ramani, Joy Mitra, Gauri & Nainika and Atsu Sekhose are few of the designers who strolled in these imaginative territories.
With Spring Summer in concern, we accentuate on form and function, along with creativity to present the trends, catering to your different moods, varying from playful to classy, to sexy.
An Eclectic Look – Mix and Match
The idea of mix and match has gone quite eclectic for coming Spring Summer that many a designers presented their collections deriving different elements from different parts of the world. From gypsies meeting with glam goddesses, the boho chic look is the flavour of the season. Designers like Payal Pratap, Malini Ramani, Atsu Sekhose, Pero by Aneeth Arora, Vineet Bahl and Nida Mahmood presented aesthetically done mix and match of different elements.
Vineet Bahl’s vintage lace churidars were teamed up with kurtas adorned with Moroccan embroideries. Similarly, Nida paired up denims with differently draped saris. And Atsu beautifully merged American sportswear with artistry of North-East. Payal Pratap either fused the elements from Kutch into contemporary silhouettes.
Riot of Prints
If you think Spring Summer is all about flowers on your flowy maxis then you should take a close look at the collections showcased as many of the designers think differently. Though floral motifs are a safe bet for springs but the challenge lies in wearing abstract prints, honeycombs, geometrical prints, Aztec prints, interesting face prints and kitsch prints. Whether it’s James Ferriera’s Ganesha frolicking with cherubs or riotous depiction of cells looking like an abstract painting by Ashish N Soni, the prints are more vibrant and experimental than ever.
Kallol Datta’s splash of paint and troll faces, Ranna Gill’s geometrical prints, Pia Pauro’s kitsch and Surily Goel’s Aztec work only expanded the spectrum of prints rendering life to the outfits.
Of Metal, Wood, Plastic and 3Dimesions
Though chiffons, cottons and silks strutted in their glory on ramp but the presence of other things textured, heavier and lustrous stole the show. The futuristic designs as presented by Rajesh Pratap Singh in the form of shredded, woven and knitted pieces of steel, gold, silver and aluminum were a testimony to the experimental approach of Indian designers.
Similarly, metallic pieces by Kanika Saluja, use of plastic and straw by Rimzim Dadu and Alpana Neeraj’s three-dimensional patterns took the story of warp and weft to a different level.
Classiness of White & Black
If you equate Spring Summers with bright citric hues then you will be having neon hues galore to flaunt in those hot afternoons. But then such hues are being worn since ages. The classiness of black and white or monochromes is the one of the most elegant trends for Spring Summer 2013. Be it the beautifully draped printed dresses by Kallol Datta, Namrata Joshipura’s separates or Gauri & Nainika ruffled gowns, the combination of black and white stood out aesthetically offering a visual feast.
Sexy High Slits and Bare Midriffs
Mind is sexy and if played rightly with, sexual wonders can be achieved. Every seductress in her own right understands the power of subtle skin show, and this fashion week bare midriffs and thigh high slits happened to churn erotica. Though bikinis were there but slits running till armpits and belly button accentuating midriffs had their own charm. Wendell Rodrick, Shivan & Naresh, Malini Ramani, Joy Mitra, Gauri & Nainika and Atsu Sekhose are few of the designers who strolled in these imaginative territories.
fashionfad’s fashion feed on Trends @ WIFW SS’13 Mr. Cartoon for Diesel Vivek & Anjul Collection at Fizaa Rohit Bal Limited Edition Samsaara Festive 2012 Jahangir Art Gallery Turns 60 and more…
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Rohit Bal Limited Edition
One of the world’s leading luxury scotch whisky, known for its iconic collaborations, has for the first time, tied up with an Indian designer Rohit Bal, bringing his signature style.
Rohit Bal has garnered acclaim across the world for his sophisticated designs that blend contemporary style with tradition. The Limited Edition Pack designed by Rohit accentuates the essence of the brand Chivas Regal that stands for Generosity, Brotherhood and Luxury.
Chivas has given me carte blanche in the creative process of designing the limited edition Box. As the Brand Ambassador of Chivas I am hoping that I have a long association with them and will try to create some more Magic and unforgettable Moments, said Rohit about his association.
