Monthly Archives: March 2015

Suneet Varma at Lakme Fashion Week S/R 2015

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Sunnet Varma showcased best crafts ofGujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab and South India on the ramp which was lit with eight fabulous chandeliers.

The color pallet had red, Sindoor, vermillion, gulaal, fuchsia, navy, cobalt blue, pink rose, white, ivory and magenta. The designer highlighted fabrics like chiffon, jacquard, tulle, rich velvet, silk, georgette and lush with large mirror work, thread embroidery along with aari work and antique gold and copper touches.

The stunning collection had elegant tunics, Capri trousers, tiny boleros, fitted pants and patiala salwars. Sheer net saris were adorned with grey and oyster pearls along with Swarovski Crystals, while the kalidaar kurtas were decorated with Topkapi motifs. Two piece saris were teamed with zardosi corset blouses while Anarkali kurtas had jaal mirror and thread work.

Some attention-grabbing outfits were velvet jackets teamed with sheer saris, swirling light weight silk skirts and layered angarkha, style kalidaars with short, cropped jackets with draped collars embellished with beadwork.

Jatin Varma at Lakme Fashion Week S/R 2015

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Representing feminine grace, Jatin’s collection was a glamorous romance of colors with exquisite fabrics. The color pallet included old rose, leaf green, purple and black that perfectly matched the theme. Intricate laser cut techniques gave a touch of elegance and beauty to the flowing outfits.

The color-divided show began with stunning creations like a leaf green one-shouldered ruffled gown with net trail, a laser cut peplum bodice and paneled skirt. Models sashayed down the ramp in astonishing Red Carpet creations.

The old rose segment included the old rose color filled garments, with cutwork bib for a solid long skirt, appliquéd tulle gown, and bodice with flowing ruffles for a figure hugging ensemble and a slashed rippled skirt.

The purple segment showcased stunning angular godet fish tail maxi, moulded front with cascading back and the cutwork side fins gowns.

The final black segment presented brilliant formal wear with earlier three colors as bands, extensions or graduating borders.

Babita Malkhani at Lakme Fashion Week S/R 2015

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Babita Malkhani captivated the art and native culture of Alaska into her earthy collection.

Exquisite fabrics like sheer georgette, crêpe and linen were merged with jersey and textured knits. The colour pallet included earthy shades.Digital prints and braided embroidery motifs on fringed capes, slinky sheath dresses and seductive sarong style skirts were just outstanding.

Models walked in striking designs like a will-power sheath with 3D work, three coloured draped cowl gown,asymmetric fringed poncho tops, cute shorts, criss-crossed unusual ones with flared pants and a draped georgette beach cover. An embellished printed skirt was accessorised with stylish suede wedges.

The twisted hem cape, bustier with one-shoulder drape and the sari pallav inspired gown created a great fusion look.A halter blouse was teamed black and white sari while an asymmetric shaded cape was worn over a mini skirt. Another astonishing look was a swirling black and white printed long skirt teamed with a stunning choli.

Nimish Shah at Lakme Fashion Week S/R 2015

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In his latest collection, designer Nimish Shah included the outfits that were unique and stylish.

The collection displayed chic separates which can be worn with any other outfit. Airy cottons, stylish linens, luxurious cotton silks, organic cottons and khadi were the ideal fabrics for the summer. Prints, vibrant textiles and floral motifs gave a touch of elegance to the ensembles.

The designer opted for ideal summer shades like ash, lavender, dusty pink and off-white. The range had various options like short suits, column dresses, ‘A’ line midis, midi dresses with low cut arm holes, column dresses, peasant tops and the tunics.

Making travel easy were shirt-waist, front-open military dress, zigzag printed layered sleeve sack dress, and strappy midi. Lace trousers and soft coat were teamed with a summer bustier and tiny appliqués on a white dress added a touch of coolness to the fashionable collection.

A smudgy print midi, princess line blouse, pearl studded white low cut armhole midi and crépe yellow gown were the perfect garments for the travel in summer.

Nikhil Thampi at Lakme Fashion Week S/R 2015

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Designer Nikhil Thampi brought the glamour of 1990’s period of Bollywood on the ramp with his amazing and colorful collection.

Adding mood to the collection were sparkling materials in colors like yellow, gold, gunmetal, white and black. The designer presented semi Indian silhouettes, flowing maxis, gowns, soft blazers and waist coats. Pre-stitched sari, halter choli and sarong, slit plunge neck gown, a gold pantsuit and a one-shoulder backless number perfectly matched to the Bollywood theme.

The cross over long sleeved gold cropped top was teamed with white bell- bottoms while a leather bra was wore under a glittering jacket. Giant lapels on the luminous trench coat imparted a masculine touch on the other hand a black/gold halter leather strapped jumpsuit was the perfect lounge wear.

Leather was the prominent part of the collection which was seen on bodice to hold figure hugging maxis or as harnesses for midi creations. The show ended with a dazzling gold and gunmetal lamé gowns with high slits.