Review
Drama, sensational colours and mind-blowing embellishments were the mainstay of the collection that was romantically titled ‘The Matador’s Mistress’, which consisted of fantastic mix of couture ball gowns, wafted down the runway leaving the women in the audience speechless.
Shades of flame red, burnt blue, emerald green and dark plum played with the stunning intricate tonal and rich gold embroidery. Full flared skirts of floor kissing gowns swirled around the models teamed with Matador jackets. Delicate ruffles, lace and abundant sheer additions came alive in the signature drapes that Shantanu and Nikhil are known for.
Long lush red Matador cape over sleek will-power jumpsuit and dazzling embroidered gowns were breath-taking. Embellished corsets had a marked Spanish senorita vibe when worn with the multi ruffled long skirts that swished down the ramp on models that were perfect for the Flamenco dance with their lacy wrist guards and dazzling ornate boleros.
Texturing played a major role as cords, ruffles and frills added to the drama of the creations. Silhouettes that moved from the Cinderella gown to slinky sexy seductive numbers were glamour personified. The fabrics were a rich choice of tulle, velvet, silk and satin all perfectly apt for the 20 creations that the designer duo exhibited.
The three sensational creations – frilled gown, panelled layered slim creation and the long-sleeved embroidered skirt – all with ornate Matador jackets were priceless in their beauty .
