pics by – Utkarsh Malviya
Reviews by – Mehak Batra
This designer’s S/S ’17 collection called ‘Free Spirit’ draws its inspiration from the galore of Jaipur, the pink city of India. It’s free-flowing chiffon and georgette based designs bring the theme alive.
To start off the show, a veteran actor came onto the stage singing beautiful love songs as models walked past him, creating a romantic arena. Following it was slow jazz music keeping the tranquil state of mind of the audience.
The designs focussed on merging modern sensibilities to Indian values. Use of chanderi and chiffon was maximum, throwing in some stiff fabrics for structure. Earthy tones like black, browns, beige as well as warm greys consisted of the colour palette. The hair was pulled back eloquently in intricate updos and the makeup was kept light and bronze.
Long and flowy jackets paired with straight-cut fitted pants, asymmetrical hemline top with sharara pants, there was a harmony seen in ever outfit presented onto the stage. There were pant-capes and palazzos, as well as kaftans and high-low dresses to add to the diversity of cuts and shapes. Trends like cold-shoulder also surfaced the collection. Glitter didn’t lose sight as it was spread on long maxi skirts and capes alike.
The showstopper made an entry sporting a heavily embroidered maxi-skirt and top in a colourful palette. This luxury pret collection was as sartorial as it gets.
