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Ensemble x Tarun Tahiliani: An exclusive collection with design guru

Ensemble x Tarun Tahiliani.(PHOTO:IANSLIFE)

The organisation has five facilities in Mumbai, New Delhi, and Hyderabad as well as a significant global e-commerce presence under Tina Tahiliani’s leadership…reports Asian Lite News

The establishment of multi designer store Ensemble in Mumbai in 1987 is the narrative of how Indian fashion has changed over the past 35 years. Before its time, Tarun and Sal Tahiliani came up with a brilliant notion that decolonised design, transformed retail, paved the way for new professions, and inspired India’s first fashion scene.

The organisation has five facilities in Mumbai, New Delhi, and Hyderabad as well as a significant global e-commerce presence under Tina Tahiliani’s leadership.

As a highlight of the yearlong celebrations of exclusive collection previews, which were especially created to celebrate this milestone, Ensemble presents “Ensemble x Tarun Tahiliani,” an exclusive collection with the design guru. This collection is part of Ensemble’s 35th year calendar of collaborations.

“It is always a joy to see the trajectory of Ensemble flourish in its 35th year. It literally feels like we opened it just yesterday! To honour this, together we created a capsule collection of our best silhouettes and techniques developed for finesse and modernity while sticking to our design aesthetic”, says Tarun Tahiliani.

“Ensemble x Tarun Tahiliani”, the finesse of the fine Aari stitch in Kasab comes to life! “We have taken what might appear traditional and fully contemporized with our range of gilet, jumpsuits, draped dresses Kashida coats and other silhouettes that we love to see cross over from east to west”, adds the designer. A new shaded point stitch chrysanthemum that has been used as a motif of new life and paired with traditional zardozi stitches and Sitara, always celebrating the ‘India Modern’ handwriting.

The pioneering designs of Rohit Khosla, Tarun Tahiliani, Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla, Neil Beiff, and Amaya (Sunita Kapoor and Anita Shivdasani), as well as those of Tarun Tahiliani, Tarun Beiff, and Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla, were all brought together when Ensemble first opened its doors at Lions Gate in Mumbai in 1987. Therefore, “Ensemble x Tarun Tahiliani” serves as a type of homecoming for both brands.

“As we celebrate 35 years, we continue to remain explorers with an aim is to spotlight the indigenous craft, embroidery, and weaving traditions of India and present them in a modern format. And this collection does just that as it scripts the story of Indian fashion and presents design that mirrors the changing fashion vocabulary while staying true to building blocks of quality, craftsmanship that are hallmarks of both Ensemble and Tarun Tahiliani”, says Tina Tahiliani.

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India’s first metaverse-exclusive fashion show set to take place in Decentra land

Harmanpreet Kaur on cricket and fashion

The Fashion Tour Park features multiple interactive areas, gamified zones and showcase areas, with several engaging activities in store for users to interact with throughout the duration of the tour…reports Asian Lite News

This year, the 16th iteration of the Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour, supported by the Fashion Design Council of India, presented a version that is more youthful, inclusive, and innovative.

The Fashion Tour enters the Metaverse in its innovative new avatar, making an industry-first move to create a groundbreaking fusion of fashion and technology that youthful audiences will never have seen before.

As a first mover in the Metaverse in India, the Fashion Tour has launched ‘Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour Park’ in Decentra land, a global web3 platform, where only renowned global brands have created an immersive metaverse experience for their fans. The Fashion Tour Park features multiple interactive areas, gamified zones and showcase areas, with several engaging activities in store for users to interact with throughout the duration of the tour.

But the most exciting attraction is India’s first metaverse-exclusive fashion show, set to take place at the Fashion Tour Park on December 10, 2022. This metaverse fashion show will feature outfits from the ‘Style Gallery’ exhibit of the Fashion Tour called ‘This is not a T-shirt’ project. These unique T-shirt outfits are designed by 60 designers & homegrown fashion labels, who have embellished or even deconstructed the basic T-shirt into a design celebrating their authentic interpretation of the four themes of the Fashion Tour.

This season Indian Cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur associated with Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour, here’s what she had to say:

How do you feel about this collaboration with Blenders Pride Glassware Fashion Tour?

Harmanpreet: It’s a moment of pride for me, because, you know, I come from a Cricket background, it’s the first time that I’m going to be part of any fashion show. It’s a great moment for me, and it was the right time because this time, they are going to add some boost to the traditional outfit. And I think for me, it was the right time to come on the board and I thought, it would be great.

Do you feel like international fashion brands and sports go hand-in-hand but in India that is still to happen, at least for female athletes?

Harmanpreet: Yes. Because, we have always seen this point of view, we wear traditional clothes, otherwise sports have sporty look, at the fashion tour it was a different zone for me. I’m very, very excited to wear the SNCC collection.

Do you wish that brands supported female athletes more and brought them into the mainstream as they do with men?

Harmanpreet: Now with women’s cricket becoming more popular, female cricketers are getting more attention. The more we win, the more we get recognized. That’s when brands usually approach and support us, which is very encouraging.

Define your fashion style and your association with Blenders Pride?

Harmanpreet: I like to be more in my comfort zone which I can carry easily. The SNCC outfit that I am wearing right now is also very comfortable and has elements from my sport – cricket, which makes me love this outfit even more.

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‘There are heroes amongst us, fighting a daily battle’

The 15th edition of the Festival of Hope.(photo:IANSLIFE)

Festival of Hope, true to its name, brings sunshine into the lives of cancer survivors. It is an outstanding devotion and involvement to a very noble cause, which only selfless people can do…says Archana Agarwal

The creme de la creme of Delhi-NCR was treated to an evening soiree that included all the elements of an unforgettable indulgence – Couture, Fashion, Glamour and charity.

The 15th edition of the Festival of Hope.(photo:IANSLIFE)

Cancer survivors and other celebrities walked the runway that evening while being styled and costumed by designer Varun Bahl and wearing jewellery by Archana Aggarwal. Bollywood actress Sanjana Sanghi, Dr. Blossom Kochhar, MD PVR Sanjeev Bijli, Dr. Amit Bhasin, Anushman Khaitan, and Dr. Anjali Hooda Sangwan were a few of the celebrities who walked the runway. Lake Forest Wines and the IREO hospitality Grand Hyatt, Gurgaon supported the occasion.

“There are heroes amongst us, fighting a daily battle – Cancer. All they do is hold onto HOPE. And this is how we do it. Celebrate the spirit and courage of cancer warriors. I appreciate the contribution of Varun & Archana to this initiative to give it a wider aspect,” says Shalini Vig, Founder FOH Stating the success of the foundation.

Sanjana Sanghi looks exquisite in Neety Singh Jewellery’s Navratan polki choker in gold paired with jadau and polki kadas.

“I’m very happy to have partnered with Festival of Hope this year for their wonderful initiative, in support of Cancer Survivors. Ever since I started my couture label, I’ve always tried to find different ways of giving back, and that’s always been the main reason why I continue to do what we do. I have always been associated with the Festival of Hope and what better way to contribute to their amazing cause than with fashion,” says Fashion Designer Varun Bahl.

The 15th edition of the Festival of Hope. (Photo: IANSLIFE)

“Festival of Hope, true to its name, brings sunshine into the lives of cancer survivors. It is an outstanding devotion and involvement to a very noble cause, which only selfless people can do. I wish Shalini and her entire team lots of happiness and continued success,” says Archana Aggarwal, Celebrity Jewellery Designer.

An group called Festival of Hope honours the bravery and spirit of cancer survivors. The Festival of Hope has transformed the charitable sector through its distinctive use of fashion and design. We host fashion shows in which well-known Indian designers take part, as well as other cancer awareness events. However, conveying to our audience that there is life after cancer has been our primary goal. We celebrate cancer survivors and the passion it takes to beat the disease through our events.

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Winter fashion styles

Cool & Comfortable Holi styles for men.(photo:IANSLIFE)

Joggers are also a great option if you’re looking to add a casual touch to an otherwise formal outfit. For example, you can wear a pair of black joggers with a loose-fitting shirt and a pair of sneakers to complete a casual winter outfit…reports Asian Lite News

Even though most people dread the cold season, it does come with some perks. Winter blues are a great excuse to invest in cozy clothing and accessories that will keep you warm for the rest of the year-and help you look stylish in the process! We all know that a winter wardrobe should be filled with natural fabrics like cotton, wool, and cashmere.

But while these materials are arguably the most practical when it comes to staying warm during chilly days, they also have a downside: they aren’t exactly as fashionable as other options. Fortunately, there are ways to stay warm and trendy at the same time! Santosh Srivastava, Marketing Manager at Numero UNO shares three different winter fashion styles that will get you through this season in style.

3 winter fashion styles to get you through the cold season.(photo:IANSLIFE)

The jogger

The jogger, essentially a loose-fitting pair of pants with a wide leg, has been gaining popularity in the fashion world for a few years now. This style is efficient for winter since it will allow you to move freely without feeling constricted by tight clothing. Whereas jeans are often too heavy to wear during the winter, joggers made of lightweight fabrics such as cotton, and linen, or synthetic materials such as polyester or spandex will keep you warm without weighing you down.

Joggers are also a great option if you’re looking to add a casual touch to an otherwise formal outfit. For example, you can wear a pair of black joggers with a loose-fitting shirt and a pair of sneakers to complete a casual winter outfit.

The fur-lined hoodie

Though the fashion world has been exploring the relationship between fur and style for many seasons, fur is still heavily associated with winter clothing. If you’re looking for a garment that will keep you warm without being too heavy or bulky, a fur-lined hoodie could be the perfect option. Unlike a regular hoodie, a fur-lined version will make sure you stay warm even on the chilliest days. This is because fur naturally traps warm air, which makes it a great insulating material.

Furthermore, a fur-lined hoodie is a great option if you’re looking for a way to play with textures in your winter outfit. While a regular hoodie would look too casual with a fancy pair of pants, a fur-lined one will allow you to add a playful accent to your outfit that will still look stylish.

The faux fur coat

The faux fur coat is an investment piece that will help you stay warm during the entire winter season. Unlike real fur, faux fur is cruelty-free and doesn’t shed-which means that it’s a great option for people who don’t want to wear real fur yet want to stay warm and stylish at the same time. Fur is a very visually appealing fabric, so a faux fur coat will instantly add a stylish touch to any winter outfit. These coats come in various colours, so you can choose one that will complement the rest of your wardrobe. A faux fur coat is a great option if you’re looking for a stylish yet functional garment to wear on the coldest days.

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Must have black outfits for women

Nothing beats a beautiful slinky bodycon dress for making you look trendy and sassy without any effort…reports Asian Lite News

A woman’s collection will always include some kind of black apparel regardless of her age or size. Be it for a party, a weekend getaway, a dinner date, or an important office meeting, a black dress will always be the one to rescue you.

So, here are several black dresses that a woman must have in her closet. This is the ideal way to show off your collarbone. An off-shoulder dress, regardless of length, will look effortlessly trendy while also delivering sheer elegance. Wear a pair of satin long boots to compliment your stunning outfit.


Sequin Dress

A black sequin dress is ideal for attending a party. When wearing a sequin dress, avoid over-accessorizing. Keep the accessories to a minimum and your facial makeup beautiful. At a flashy event, a sequin dress will make you appear very stunning. A dazzling sequin dress is both elegant and adorable.

Bodycon Dress

This figure-hugging garment is ideal for a night out. A party is unquestionably the finest setting for any woman to look her best. Nothing beats a beautiful slinky bodycon dress for making you look trendy and sassy without any effort.

Slip on Dress

A slip-on dress is extremely beautiful and may be worn on a number of dates. They are both comfortable and gorgeous. These dresses are a fantastic choice for the summer season. One can create a casual style by pairing your black slip dress with other clothing items such as a denim shirt or a baggy shirt.


Spaghetti Dress

The thin straps on the shoulders will offer you a sexy look. Spaghetti dresses are really fashionable right now, and they are the most talked about among young ladies and fashion experts. Make sure to accessorise it properly for a stunning overall effect. (ANI)

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Bollywood’s super fashion statements

Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)

Indian fashion is often associated with Sonam Kapoor. We admire her for her distinctive and stunning sense of style having said that this look has us on the fence…writes Olivia Sarkar

Today, fashion is a language, your personality speaks through your wardrobe. When you dress well, you may feel like the most important person in the room, yet when you dress poorly, you may wish to completely vanish from the scene. Here’s a look at some statement looks to fashion yourself after:

Ranveer Singh

You’ll be a little difficult to miss when you arrive wearing flowered cargo pants and a jacket honouring the Best Dressed Men in the Business.

Deepika Padukone

I believe we can all recall Deepika Padukone’s neon dress with whimsical hairdo at the Cannes Film Festival for inspiration.

Arjun Kapoor

Arjun Kapoor’s fashion selections are something to keep an eye out for because he has played it up a notch.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has an extremely avant-garde sense of style. All of the outfits she’s worn to the Cannes and Met Gala red carpets were entirely out of the ordinary. However, this orb dress is incomparable.

Ayushmann Khurrana

One can’t always pull off colourful outfits on a night out. We are fans of this Bollywood heartthrob’s clothing and acting prowess.

Sonam Kapoor Ahuja

Indian fashion is often associated with Sonam Kapoor. We admire her for her distinctive and stunning sense of style having said that this look has us on the fence!

Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)
Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)
Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)
Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)
Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)
Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)
Quirky Fashion ideas.(photo:ianslife)

Shahid Kapoor

He perfectly captures the “Who’s The Gabru?” expression, down to the cool beach appearance, with a smirk. Everyone’s favourite chocolate guy always manages to look sophisticated, regardless of what he is wearing.

Farhan Akhtar

This actor, singer and writer’s versatile personality never fails to attract everyone’s attention, whether he’s wearing a suit or rocking a man bun with a t-shirt and jeans.

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Get ready with Mira Rajput Kapoor

Ayurveda for modern day beauty.(photo:IANSLIFE)

The constant change in Mumbai weather can lead to hair fall and dull hair. To fix this, one of the newest additions to Mira’s health regime are Melts Healthy Hair and Hair Fall Control by Wellbeing Nutrition…writes Mira Rajput Kapoor

We are all prepared to anticipate the impending wedding season after Diwali. Most of us are eager to fully enjoy the rituals and functions with our loved ones while also looking our best because this wedding season comes after spending the previous two years confined to our homes and virtually attending weddings.

Mira Rajput Kapoor is here with us, ready from head to toe for the approaching wedding festivities. She is passionate about wellbeing and supports eating for both the body and the soul. In order to get that inner glow and be prepared for the wedding, she makes sure she nurtures her body and mind properly. Some of her secrets are listed below.

Practicing Yoga Everyday

It’s widely known how yoga benefits the body’s strength, flexibility, and balance. It also helps your body relax and sleep well at night, aiding that inner glow. Therefore, no matter where she is, she makes sure not to miss her 45-minute yoga session.

Conscious eating

Being a Delhi-ite, Mira is a big-time foodie but she is also mindful of her food habits. She is a vegetarian and makes sure she consumes a balanced diet and has seasonal fruits and vegetables that give her the right proportion of nutrients and macros, keeping her in shape.

Hair Supplements

The constant change in Mumbai weather can lead to hair fall and dull hair. To fix this, one of the newest additions to Mira’s health regime are Melts Healthy Hair and Hair Fall Control by Wellbeing Nutrition.

Cold Therapy

Rubbing ice over the face, commonly referred to as cold therapy, boosts blood circulation in the face and makes it radiant. If done from time to time, it removes toxins from the body, heals and prevents acne, reduces puffy eyes, eliminates dark circles, exfoliates the skin, and slows the aging process. Doing this before the festive season is bound to boost the glow of your skin on that special day.

Mira Rajput .

Hydration

Our body consists of more than 75 percent water making it the most important essence to attaining glowing skin and a healthy body. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day not only keeps her hydrated but also boosts the natural process of detoxification in her body, helps flush out toxins, and makes her skin hydrated and plump from within.

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Bollywood fashion inspirations for Diwali celebration

Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)

Festivals are charming and significant in their own right. We celebrate it fervently and with great joy. Delectable meals are made and homes are decorated. People attend gatherings and parties dressed in their traditional best. Get inspired

A bandhi & shades

Ranveer Singh, is well renowned for his taste in clothing, looks dashing in this ethnic ensemble. The actor wore off-white kurta, a burgundy Bandhi with matching glares.

All white ensemble

If you don’t want to go overboard, this outfit is understated yet still ideal for the festive season. RajKummar Rao looks sharp in complete white.

Prints galore

In this printed and textured kurta, Shahid Kapoor looks dapper. The matching scarf, velvet boots and white pants complete the look.

Jewel tones

Sidharth Malhotra wears a smart jewel toned blue kurta with off-white thread embroidery. The look is young and chic.

Bollywood style

Inspired by celluloid and Manish Malhotra, opt for a bling kurta with a dupatta to make heads turn, Varun Dhawan style!

The Pathan

Choosing a classic pathani kurta and shalwar, King Khan proves he’s the frontrunner when it comes to fashion too! The actor prefers to keep his clothing stylish.

Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)
Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)
Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)
Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)
Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)
Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)
Festive Fashion the Bollywood Way. (Photo Sources:IANSLIFE)

The Punjabi affair

Vicky Kaushal’s striped kurta pyajama set teamed with Kohlpuri sandals and shades is perfect for a day of festivities.

Dapper dude

Bollywood’s “chocolate boy,” Ranbir Kapoor, has the physique to wear Indian clothing flawlessly, and this textured kurta teamed with silver rings shows that men can flaunt jewellery with confidence.

Style Nawabi

The Pataudi never fails to grab headlines for his minimal looks and always manages to look chic. when it comes to fashion, he’s always got his right foot forward.

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Curating a world of fantasy and surrealism

Creating a world of fantasy and surrealism: Designer Gaurav Gupta.(photo:IANSLIFE)

Every year, we’re becoming braver, experimental and more fearless. I am even more proud of our team and the brand, as we have managed to make it a commercial success too…Gaurav Gupta speaks with Puja Gupta

Gaurav Gupta has established his name as an avant garde designer, not just in India but also internationally. The brand made its global presence felt when American rapper Megan Thee Stallion debuted it at the Oscars red carpet wearing a custom gown.

Gupta says it was the most fulfilling moment for him to be the first Indian designer to be worn by an ‘A plus’ celebrity on the carpet. We got to chat with him about his journey, his brand aesthetics and more:

Gaurav Gupta’s creation

How would you define the journey of Gaurav Gupta as a brand?

The brand started 17 years back with my brother and business partner Saurabh Gupta with 2-3 tailors and a master. And today we’re a team of over 200 people and each one of them is extremely skilled and talented for their own purpose in the brand. The brand has always stood by the principles of being experimental, innovative and driving culture to expand minds, and to be able to show people a new way of living.

Creating a world of fantasy and surrealism, it’s an art-fashion brand. Every year, we’re becoming braver, experimental and more fearless. I am even more proud of our team and the brand, as we have managed to make it a commercial success too.

Another amazing thing that happened this year is that the brand has become fully global and was on multiple best-dressed lists across the globe for our placement at the Oscars with Megan thee Stallion, at Time100 with Mary J Blige, dressing Cardi-B for her music video, Aishwarya Rai at Cannes and many others for dressing iconic cult personalities.

How has your design aesthetics changed over the years?

We are culturalists, we have our own cult in language and design. It honestly depends on my mood; this time it’s more space-age which is becoming more and more fearless. It’s not about what a client wants, we tend to challenge it more and the world responds to it.

Your most fulfilling moment?

The most fulfilling moment for me was when I woke up to Megan Thee Stallion debuting at the Oscars red carpet wearing our custom gown. It was the first time an Indian designer was worn by an A plus celebrity on the carpet. I could see the potential of an Indian designer truly becoming global, we were recognised for our history, our expertise in form and design. And then to be touted as the best-dressed celebrity across almost all leading international media, was surreal.

Gaurav Gupta’s creation

You launched your latest collection at LFW x FDCI. Tell us about it.

Creating a world of fantasy and surrealism: Designer Gaurav Gupta.(photo:IANSLIFE)
Creating a world of fantasy and surrealism: Designer Gaurav Gupta.(photo:IANSLIFE)

The collection is called ‘StarLand’, inspired by the infinity of the cosmos. An extra-terrestrial other planetary zone; travelling through space and galaxies. This is what inspired me, the infinite shapes, our galactic-meteoric embroideries, comet like shapes, cosmic colors like the blackness of space, Jupiter gold, galactic lava grey and space teal. We were extremely playful with menswear inspired by astrology and astronomy-sharp embroideries and cuts. An abstract interpretation of how a new world would look like. It took us 3-4 months to create the entire collection.

What are you next working on?

I am working towards making the brand more and more sustainable. And establishing a zero-waste policy-all our packaging is made out of recycled ocean and landfill waste. And there are many new projects in the pipeline like new stores, architectural projects and others that I can’t disclose, yet.

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‘Blooms of Paradise’

The 'nature' of fashion(IANSLIFE)

For men, there were embroidered cropped kurtas with circular hemlines, along with jackets, double-breasted bundies and draped styles…reports Asian Lite News

Ace couturiers like Shyamal & Bhumika, national-award winner Nachiket Bharve, among others presented their latest creation on the final day of the Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with the FDCI.

Shyamal and Bhumika’s took inspiration from nature’s beauty, Indian history as well as traditions and ancient architecture like royal courts and museums to create their new line-up called the ‘Blooms of Paradise’.

Hand embroidery with antique finish metallic threads appeared amongst pearls, beads and multi-hued resham. Techniques like resham aari, silk-zardozi, metal thread peeta, knotting and sequinning were used along with beadwork, silk thread and crystals.

The duo chose handwoven raw silk, matka silk, sheer silk organza, tulle along with hand-dyed velvet in hues like English rose pink, muted ivory, deep powder blue and moved to emerald, dusty mint, orchid, pearl, cannoli-cream, olive to finally end with sage, sky, lunar grey and midnight blue.

For women, the designers offered ensembles like shararas, draped skirts with jackets, shift kurtas, capes over jumpsuits and lehengas with jackets. Silhouettes pointed to draped, flared, paneled lehengas, corsets, flouncy voluminous sleeves, off-shoulder accents, empire lines, dhoti pants, constructed saris and some trailing dupattas.

For men, there were embroidered cropped kurtas with circular hemlines, along with jackets, double-breasted bundies and draped styles.

Actress Yami Gautam walked as the showstopper, wearing a pastel, paneled, flared, lehenga, with floral motifs, paired with a shimmering, corset choli and tulle dupatta.

Barve, who recently made headlines for winning the National Award for costume designing in the movie “Tanhaji”, came up with his contemporary festival collection called Ephermera’.

Inspired by the “patterns of the ocean, tides on shores, along with meteor showers in the sky, blooms, sea anemones and tidal currents”, the couturier used of cutwork, thread embroidery, sequins work, appliques and beading to add texture to the ensembles.

Upcycled fabrics and trims from previous seasons we repurposed to create the collection. Air organza, silks, velvets and chiffons were used to form floor-length swirling gowns and capes, cocktail-wear lehengas, jumpsuits, separates and sari gowns.

The highlights of his show were the floor-sweeping ensemble with a off-shoulder bodice, and the sheer asymmetric cape with appliques work, over bralette and matching trousers. For men, Barve restricted the options to black, embroidered, bundie, buttonless jacket, kurta, sheer shirt, and trousers.

Huma Qureshi ended the show in great style wearing a dazzling, magenta, heavily, encrusted, embroidered lehenga and long-sleeved choli complemented with a matching, sheer, organza, ruffled, dupatta.

Day 5 of LFW x FDCI also saw Bollywood actors Shamita Shetty walk for designer Rina Dhaka, Alaya F for Nikita Mhaisalkar, Bhagyashree Patwardhan for Sanjukta Dutta.

Babil Irrfan Khan debuted on the ramp for menswear designer Pawan Sachdeva, while Mrunal Thakur walked for the grand finale for Rajesh Pratap Singh.

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