Designers tell us why it is classier than flaunting your plunging neckline
Fashion styles change every season and in Mumbai, stars and socialites definitely lead the way. It was no surprise when Katrina Kaif became a style icon and Priyanka Chopra in her Fashion avatar inspired many to turn to elegance. “A backless gown is always a classic hit and in fashion. Indian women don’t prefer showing of cleavage, hence lot of them who want to show some skin, are comfortable with showing their backs,” says Pria Kataria Puri.
A lot of Pria’a clients have ordered backless gowns this season, which includes Mahima Chaudhary, Koena Mitra, etc. “Some adventurous ones go for the backless look till the waist. It is a perfect choice when one wants to show off their assets without baring it all,” feels Pria. “One needs to have a slim back, the skin should be clear, no blemishes and pimples,” she adds.
Irrespective of whether it’s a backless gown or blouse, designer Chaitanya Rao, admits that one needs to have confidence and be careful, because ‘”the backless ones are always supported from front, but one needs to be careful that it doesn’t slip from the sides!” he says. “It is difficult to get nice halter bras but it goes best with backless attires. Going for thongs or invisible panties is best because the dress will hang well without showing any lines underneath.”
Chaitanya says, one can play around a bit too. “A higher neck style in front, and low down below the waist is most innovative and fits well.”
Designer Anupama Dayal says, “The back is beautiful and classier to show off than your cleavage. India has always sported the best of backless attires from ancient times too. Even in my parent’s times, women used to wear such sexy high collared blouses that were backless. Even ghagras and salwars go well with backless blouses.”
“One can exfoliate her back with gentle scrub and then moisturize with a lotion with a little bit of golden Mac pigment that adds a luminescent glow,” she adds. “make sure, you remove all the hair.”
Anupama feels colour has zero importance, “What does colour have to do with style? In 2011, we will celebrate the dark beauty.”
