LAKME FASHION WEEK AUGUST 2012

MEDIEVAL POP OUTSHINES

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LAKME FASHION WEEK W/F 2012 

EMBELLISH BY SANNAM CHOPRA

Out of box creativity and exceptional imagination was clearly evident in  Talent box Jewellery designer Sannam Chopra’s embellishment collection titled‘Medieval Pop’ at Lakme Fashion Week, Winter Festive 2012 on 4^th August at Grand Hyatt. Inspired by medieval age, where a damsel observing the brawny men do sword fight in the courts of king was beautifully carved by Sannam in her collection.

The collection was accentuated with the use of Swarovski crystals, metal rivets and chains while leather protectors add the desired edge to the jewellery. Modern geometry ruled the collection, which ranges from necklaces, earrings, cuffs, hair accessories and bags respectively. USP of the collection was its bold-aged; softly-rugged look with a dash of colour making each piece dramatic. This young designer left the crowd amused by her immense talent and the response was overwhelming.

On this occasion, designer Sannam Chopra states, “This time, I have tried something entirely new! It’s the first time I have used leather extensively in jewellery and introduced bags.  It was a great experience showcasing the collection at such a big platform. Now I look forward to witness how media, buyers and fashion enthusiastic perceive it."

Gustav Klimt's Paintings Inspired 

Drashta Sarvaiya

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Lakme Fashion Week W/F 2012 

Showcasing SS 2013 Collection 

Young and Vibrant fashion designer Drashta Sarvaiya’s muse was Gustav Klimt’s paintings for her Lakme Fashion Spring /Summer 2013 Collection on 4^th August at Grand Hyatt. For this season Drashta chose to portray Klimt’s primary subject of female body in nude and semi nude forms.

This unique collection showcased riots of colors like white, nude, yellow, mauve and purples, peaches and blues. Beautiful representation of female body in nude and semi nude forms immaculately drapped dressed in nudes and white being Klimt’s canvas before he began his paintings. Drashta also entrenched a floral-motif light-weight brocade to capture the richness of Gustav Klimt's paintings along with his love for nature, specifically flowers. Double georgette and crepe were also a part of this season's summer collection.

Drashta excitedly explains her collection, “I've worked on peplum and have created different versions of it for various silhouettes.  The key silhouettes consist of dresses, trousers, tunics, shirts and skirts. klimt's use of gold leaf and the opulence were iconic during his golden phase. Therefore, embellishment on the designs is done with crystals in difference hues with gold & flowers. Raffia embellishment took taken centre stage to recreate thick stroke like trexture on various surfaces. ”

Drashta’s Show witnessed many popular faces like Geeta Basra, Poorna Jagannathan, Hard Kaur, Achla Sachdev, Sagarika Ghatge, Sapna Bhavnani cheering for Drashta in high spirits.

MASQUERADE RUNWAY

RITIKA BHARWANI 

MIDNIGHT SOIREE COLLECTION 

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LAKME FASHION WEEK W/F 2012 

 

Young, dynamic and doué designer Ritika Bharwani uleashed a contemporary themed collection christened ‘MIDNIGHT SOIREE’at Lakme Fashion Week – Autumn/Winter 2012 on 6^th August 2012, at 4 pm in Grand Hyatt.

The collection paid homage to modern contemporary architecture which was interpreted in the designs through geometric and circular embroidery motifs juxtaposed on dramatic yet structured silhouettes. Inspiration to this contemporary collection hailed from the timeless European architectural design motifs which were characterized by symmetry and proportion.

The collection dawns like the morning sun, changing hues from molten gold to a fiery vermillion, progressing into deeper hues such as electric blue and midnight black, played across georgettes, jersey with shimmer foil and flowing nets. Interpreting the art of embellishment in her own unique way, this doué designer experimented with raised embroidery techniques using mother-of-pearl and gold metal materials. This embellishment found the perfect partner in shimmer foil gold jersey that has been crafted to drape along the silhouette. This high glamour collection leaned heavily on dramatic drapes and fluid structuring that lends itself perfectly to cocktail dresses, dramatic gowns, stylish jumpsuits as well as separates.

On this occasion, Ritika Bharwani asserts, “Each creation of my collection ‘Midnight Soiree’ is crafted to perfection with imaginative construction and embellishments. I am also looking at constructive feedback that I always rely on to constantly better my work.”

SWAPNIL SHINDE PRESENTED 

FROZEN FRAGILITY 

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LAKME FASHION WEEK W/F 2012 

Swapnil Shinde, an accomplished, talented and the most loved designer among the fashion aficionados displayed an amazing set of collections with his uber, modish, eccentric designs christened as ‘FROZEN FRAGILITY’ @ Lakme Fashion Week – Autumn/Winter 2012 on 6^th August 2012, at 7.30 pm in Grand Hyatt..

The collection was inspired from the horror flicks of the Hindi film industry from the late 50's and early 60's. References included a vision of the lead actress in a white sari with her pallu flying in the air, crystal chandeliers whistling through the wind, the hero with his rigid tweed blazers, the gothic symbolism and finally romance.

The silhouettes were inspired from the late 50's and early 60's a sort of confined imagery of what women should look like in those times, cinched waists, big shoulders, exaggerated sleeves, full volume skirts.

Colour story incorporated jet black, ivory, shades of slate and steel blue, blood red and sunflower yellow.

FROZEN FRAGILITY embodied a very realistic line of ensembles with just the right touches of drama and fashion.

Designer Swapnil elatedly shares his views, “My collection is fascinated with the effects of wind on fabric in particular the synthesis of structure and chaos, the idea was to have surrealistic approach to fabric manipulation, folding, pleating, fit, silhouette and structure blending fluidity with a certain level of rigidity, freezing fabric flying, providing a visual treat to the fashionistas. I am sure it will be a show – stopping spectacle.”

Swapnil’s Show witnessed many popular celebrities like Sameera & Sushma Reddy, Huma Qureshi, Anushka Manchanda, Karishma Tanna, Apoorva and Shilpa Agnihotri, Bruna Abdullah, Michelle and Delna Poonawala, Designer Masaba and Neena Gupta.

Urban Princess walks 

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Lakme Fashion Week W/F 2012

"Urban Princess" brought together Anita Dongre's friends and family. Spotted on the front row of a packed show were Shabana Azmi, Prachi Desai, Gul Panag, Vidya Malavade, Raell Padamsee, Dipannita Sharma, Onir, Ambika Suri, Reshma Shetty, Sangeeta Bijlani, Devita Saraf, Namrata Baruah Shroff, Ali and Yasmin Morani amongst others .

This collection, with its global appeal, promises to transport you to a world of sophistication, tradition and femininity. Starring vivacious colored ensembles blending Indian fabrics and contemporary silhouettes, Anita Dongre paid tribute to Indian weaves with royal twist on the runway. Celebrating the work of skilled Indian craftsmen with a touch of modernity, the regal collection was showcased.

At the show, Anita Dongre gave a sneak peek of her soon to be launched jewelry line- Anita Dongre Pink City. The official footwear partner Catwalk complimented the looks on the ramp. On this occasion, Anita says, “This season, my main source of inspiration was the idea of a modern-day princess. She is beautiful, confident, elegant and most of all, feminine, the epitome of a true Anita Dongre woman. This collection is for the global woman with an Indian heart thus, emphasis is given to fashion, wear-ability and use of traditional Indian fabrics.

Anita Dongre

Dipannita Sharma dressed in Anita Dongre Grassroot gown

Gul Panag in Anita Dongre Iinterpret with Anita Dongre

Onir

Prachi Desai dressed in Anita Dongre Iinterpret Dress

Sangeeta Bijlani in Anita Dongre Iinterpret gown

Shabana Azmi

Preeti Desai with  designer Anita Dongre

SPECTACULAR CLOSING 

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ANIKET SATAM 

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DAY 1 GEN NEXT SHOW 

Gen next Designer Aniket Satam draws attention to Mayan myth 2012, in his collection “Aarambh” at Lakme Fashion Week Winter Festive 2012 on 3^rd August at Grand Hyatt. Mayan myth 2012, the last year on our calendar where the earth undergoes spiritual transformation and mark the beginningof a new era, was the sole inspiration in his compilation.

The designer worked on garments like scribbled pieces of paper with stained ink and blotches of gleaming hope thus celebrating the secret author of our own karma- our own self. The highlight of the collection was the orchestrated chaos of a new beginning forming a prime foundation to every look the designer has conceptualized.

On this occasion Aniket excitedly states, “I have worked on layered silhouettes and tactile texture narrating visceral orgy of our complex minds. Color schemes including milk, ivory, cobalt and ink- viscose are blended with fabrics like georgette, cotton jersey, raw silk and velvet are textured further with flashes of gold foil on bed of abstract embroidery strokes. It’s like adding piece of prose or not of prayer of such fashionable new awakening.”

The eye catching segment of the show was the renowned models walking the ramp like Nethra Raghuraman, Surelee Joseph, Sheela Tiruchi, Samantha Singh, looked fabulous in Aniket’s ensemble. The high voltage music and energetic crowd cheering the designer electrified the atmosphere.

DAY 1

NANDITA THIRANI 

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ANURADHA THIRANI 

CAPTIVATED ALL FASHIONISTAS @ LAKME FASHION WEEK W/F 2012 

Nandita Thirani captivated all fashionistas at Lakme Fashion Week Winter Festive 2012 by showcasing vibrant collection ‘Lotus Flower’ co- designed by her daughter Anuradha Thirani.

The Fall/Winter Collection was inspired by the Lotus Flower, one of the nature’s most beautiful creations where the flowers remarkable simplicity and elegance made it one of the best examples of divine ideation passing into concrete form.

Nandita and Anuradha Thirani creatively played around with the color palettes found in variety of flowers tempered by neutrals like black, white and nude. The silhouettes were well defined underlying inspiration and meticulously handcrafted embellishments keeping the collection timeless and wearable.

On this occasion Anuradha Thirani shared her style mantra "Do your own thing, be true to yourself and keep it real but don’t be scared to take a step outside the box.”

Model Sheela Tiruchi was the muse for Nandita Thirani who wore her ensemble and dazzled the ramp. Celebrities like Poonam Dhillon,  Padmini Kolhapure,  Maria Goretti & VJ Keith were seen cheering for the designer. 

AARAMBH

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The Mayan myth of 2012, being the last year on our calendar where the earth would undergo spiritual transformation and mark the beginning of a new era is the inspiration for the young and enthusiastic Gen Next Designer Aniket Satam's Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive collection. 

The Designer has worked on ensembles like scribbled pieces of paper with stained ink and blotches of gleaming hope thus celebrating the secret author of our own karma- our own self. 

The designer excitedly says: “I have worked on layered silhouettes and tactile texture narrating visceral orgy of our complex minds. Color schemes including milk, ivory, cobalt and ink- viscose are blended with fabrics like Georgette, cotton jersey, raw silk and velvet are textured further with flashes of gold foil on bed of abstract embroidery strokes. It’s like adding piece of prose or not of prayer of such fashionable new awakening.”

'MIDNIGHT SOIREE'

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Young, dynamic and doué designer Ritika Bharwani uleashes a contemporary themed collection christened ‘MIDNIGHT SOIREE’at Lakme Fashion Week – Winter Festive 2012.

The collection pays homage to modern contemporary architecture which has been interpreted in the designs through geometric and circular embroidery motifs juxtaposed on dramatic yet structured silhouettes. Inspiration to this contemporary collection hails from the timeless European architectural design motifs which are characterized by symmetry and proportion.

On this occasion, Ritika Bharwani asserts, “Each creation of my collection ‘Midnight Soiree’ is crafted to perfection with imaginative construction and embellishments. I am confident that it will charm you and revitalize your soul as you will sway through the evening. I am also looking at constructive feedback that I always rely on to constantly better my work.”

Date- 6th August, 2012     Time- 4:00 pm      Venue- Talent Box Grand Hyatt –Mumbai

drashta

Introduces Spring/Summer 2013 Collection @

Lakme Fashion Week- Winter/Festive 2012

For this season, young and vibrant designer Drashta Sarvaiya’s muse is Gustav Klimt's paintings. This unique collection is a riot of colors like white, nude, yellow, mauve and purples, peaches and blues. 

Klimt’s primary subject was the female body in nude and semi nude forms are represented beautifully in emaculately draped dresses in nudes and white being his canvas before he began his paintings. Drashta has also entrenched a floral-motif light-weight brocade to capture the richness of Gustav Klimt's paintings along with his love for nature, specifically flowers. Double georgette and crepe are also a part of this season's summer collection.

Drashta excitedly explains her collection, “I've worked on peplum and have created different versions of it for various silhouettes.  The key silhouettes consist of dresses, trousers, tunics, shirts and skirts. klimt's use of gold leaf and the opulence were iconic during his golden phase. Therefore, embellishment on the designs is done with crystals in difference hues with gold & flowers. Raffia embellishment has taken centre stage to recreate thick stroke like trexture on various surfaces. ”

Drashta, through her collection, has tried to sustain the lines of her winter collection but has tweaked the peplum to suit various silhouettes, creating further volume below the waist to make the waist line appear smaller. This, according to her, adds a fun element which is a must see at the LFW Winter/Festive 2012.

Date- 4th August, 2012     Time- 5:00 pm    Venue- Main Show, Grand Hyatt

 

Embellish 

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Sannam Chopra 

Back in the medieval age a person’s valour was showcased through sport. People would gather around in aspiration to see these men joust (sword fight) each other in the courts of kings and queens.  In this crowd, stands a damsel in her finery, observing these brawny men do battle. The world through the eyes of this girl is the inspiration of this collection, MEDIEVAL POP

The collection has been accentuated with the use of Swarovski crystals, metal rivets and chains. While leather protectors add the desired edge to the jewellery. Modern geometry rules the collection, which ranges from necklaces, earrings, cuffs, hair accessories and bags respectively.

USP of the collection is its bold-aged; softly-rugged look with a dash of colour making each piece dramatic.

On this occasion, designer Sannam Chopra states, “This time, I have tried something entirely new! It’s the first time I have used leather extensively in jewellery and introduced bags. I am excited to showcase my collection and witness how media, buyers and fashion enthusiasts perceive it! I hope it will be a show-stopping spectacle.”

Date- 4th August, 2012     Time- 4:00 pm    Venue- Talent Box, Grand Hyatt

NANDITA THIRANI 

ALL SET TO CAPTIVATE FASHIONISTA 

@ LFW - A/W 2012

INTRODUCING 'LOTUS FLOWER' 

Nandita Thirani welcomes you to Lakme Fashion Week 2012, Winter Festive show . This show is different from her previous collections in the sense that it is co-designed by herself and by her daughter Anuradha. 

The Fall/ Winter collection has been inspired by the Lotus Flower , one of the nature’s most beautiful creations .The flowers remarkable simplicity and elegance makes it one of the best examples of divine ideation passing into concrete form.

The collection is Experimental Couture . The colour palette revolves around the colours found in various varieties  of the flower tempered  by neutrals namely black , white and nude. The silhouettes go a step further in defining the underlying inspiration and the meticulously handcrafted embellishments along with the wide choice of fabrics act as key catalysts in keeping the collection timeless and wearable .The shoes worn by the models have been provided by Spirited-Soles , Handpainted shoes and the jewellery from Kusum’s Collection by Nishi Murli - Jakarta , Indonesia.

Nandita Thirani, is a veteran for over 15 years in the Indian fashion industry and a well known name in India and abroad. The Kolkata (Calcutta) based being from Kolkata couturier, comes with a rich and varied experience in fashion. Nandita is the owner/director of a highly successful fashion export company. She mainly retails under two labels “Contradiction by Nandita Thirani.”, which is her Western Prêt line, and "Nandita Thirani" that consists of Bridged, Couture and Bridal wear.

Date- 6th August, 2012   Time- 4:00 pm Venue- Talent Box Grand Hyatt –Mumbai

AARTI VIJAY GUPTA DOODLES 

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LAKME FASHION WEEK WINTER/FESTIVE 2012

Aarti Vijay Gupta graduated from the prestigious NIFT, Mumbai, bagging a position in the top 10 finalists of the CIAE International fashion awards. She launched her label in 2009 by debuting at the Dubai Fashion Week as the “Emerging Designer” and has never looked back since. She has covered many fashion weeks in India and abroad including the Bridal Asia Week at Abu Dhabi and IRFW.

Her strength lies in the contemporary functional clothing. She has also styled celebrities like Riya Sen, Geeta Basra, Himesh Reshamiya , Vaiabhavi Merchant and many more. AVG has a flagship store in Mumbai and a franchise store in Hyderabad. Currently based in Mumbai, the Label retails out of stores in London, Kuwait, Canada, South Africa and Dubai. Coming from the retail corporate world, future plans include more franchise stores across the globe. 

The black  lines on a plain white crisp paper  juxtapose into a composition of broken lines stating confusion in initial stages. This gradually ends into a perfect assortment of straight, curved and broken lines developing into a croqui and fashion figures. The initial stage of deriving a sketch more popularly known as a “Doodle Sheet” includes rough derivation of stick figures, faces, hands finally developing into a croqui and then the proportional 10 head figure which is taught at the early stages of sketching. 

All that she had learnt and imbibed during these classes is the medium of transferring ideas on to a paper.  That’s exactly what she has put into the collection, saving pages from Doodle back way back from college and executing them through digital printing technique onto pure white fabrics such as Dupion silk ,Tabby silk and Crepe silk treating them as the paper.

First ensemble is a high raised neck structured shift dress with  rough illustrations of faces on silk teamed up with a paneled godet jacket to get the correct flow in the garment. The print on the jacket is a 10 head figure block used for getting the right proportions. The dress is a two piece ensemble which can be worn with or without the jacket depending on the occasion and purpose.

Second ensemble is a jacket jump suit in crepe silk with structured jacket top and flowy pants depicting the rigidity in initial sketches ending to easy flow of full fledged fashion figures. Print consists of 10 head body figure and stick figures in action .its best suited for an evening wear in monochromes black and white.

Aarti Vijay Gupta

On her collection for Lakme Aarti Vijay Gupta says " I love ma doodle book. All that I have imbibed during the sketches, drawing rough derivation, that's exactly what I have put into my collection".