Fashion Designer Gaurang who presented his kanjeevarams with kalamkari – ‘Ardhangini’ creations on India Textile Day at the Lakme Fashion Week-Winter Fest 2012, has won the best designer award for utilization of Indian Weaves and Craftsmanship into their collection. The 23 dresses he presented were a mix of beautiful saris, anarkalis and ghagras, appealing to the modern bride with prominent colors of saffron, yellow, orange, red and pink. Inspired by the panchantantra stories, the beauty of 1950 and 1960’s Kanjeevarams, Kalamkari and Zardosi, his creations highlighted the intricate Korvai weaving known for its grace and elegance. Gaurang has won a prize of 1 lakh to support and encourage his talent. The jury panel which decided upon Gaurang’s win, included fashion experts Krishna Mehta, Jaya Jaitly, Anjana Sharma and Maximiliano Modesti.
Fashion Designer Gaurang who presented his kanjeevarams with kalamkari – ‘Ardhangini’ creations on India Textile Day at the Lakme Fashion Week-Winter Fest 2012, has won the best designer award for utilization of Indian Weaves and Craftsmanship into their collection. The 23 dresses he presented were a mix of beautiful saris, anarkalis and ghagras, appealing to the modern bride with prominent colors of saffron, yellow, orange, red and pink. Inspired by the panchantantra stories, the beauty of 1950 and 1960’s Kanjeevarams, Kalamkari and Zardosi, his creations highlighted the intricate Korvai weaving known for its grace and elegance. Gaurang has won a prize of 1 lakh to support and encourage his talent. The jury panel which decided upon Gaurang’s win, included fashion experts Krishna Mehta, Jaya Jaitly, Anjana Sharma and Maximiliano Modesti. 