The Nautch of Fez finds its soul in two of JJ Valaya’s favorite countries: India and Morocco. Every year, Valaya combines the energy of his constant inspiration, India with that of another culturally charged domain, in this case, Morocco. This year’s bridal collection traverses the Moroccan timeline and visits the influences of its many occupants: The Phoenicians, the Romans, The Arabs, The nomadic Berbers, The Turks and the Spaniards and then infuses them with subtle elements of the Indian Nautch girls of the past.
This seasons crisp couture collection is in signature weaves, Crepes, Dupion, Georgettes and fine velvets and champions various techniques ranging from Digital printing, Appliqué, Laser burning and the fabled Valaya embroideries to create a perfect blend of the past with cutting edge contemporary chic. The color story dabbles in antique, metallic and neutral tones in symphony with Indian brights while Grandeur, intrigue and drama come together in silhouettes.
Shekhawati, one of the oldest and most beautiful hand painted living cities in the world with a rich history of over 350 years of architecture, decoration and sheer magnificence is the inspiration behind Suneet Varma’s 2014 bridal collection.
After Joss at Kala godha went on to become a culinary landmark, Farrokh Khambata’s journey comes full circle as he opens a new avatar of “Joss”, his signature Modern Oriental restaurant now at Santacruz, Mumbai.
A one stop hub for high-ending fashion and penultimate luxury, designer Payal Sen organised a multi-designer fashion exhibition titled ’10 on 10’. Bringing together some of the most admired and famed designers of the industry, the two day event witnessed some extraordinary and magnificent creations on the runway.
Drawing inspiration from the poetic tenderness and mysticism, Chanel’s Autumn Winter 2014 make up collection employs the various spectrums of pink and its shades along with a deep and a feminine colour palette.
Taking his ardour for fashion to the next level, Lalit Dalmia held a preview of his new collection ‘The Magic of Greek Myths’ at The Mansion, Garden of Five Senses. Inspired by the Greek gods and the myths around them, the collection is the perfect interpretation of the richness and beauty of Greek mythology.
This designer has personal fondness for minimalist design work and has been enthusiastically working with the handloom sector for the past five years. Born in Rajasthan, Sanjay grew up among the diverse crafts and traditions in the most culturally rich state of the country. His professional qualification includes a short term designing course at Indian Institute of Crafts and Design, Jaipur followed by a graduation degree in textile designing from National Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi.
The fifth edition of the celebratory series, ‘In an Artist’s Mind V’ was a dramatic preview of art works from renowned talents of the country along with a gorgeous collection from the famed designer Tanya Sharma.
