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Spring Summer 2013
SHOW SCHEDULE
October 6 - 10, 2012, Hall Number 18,
Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
a
Manoviraj Khosla & Sanchit
Day 5, Wednesday – October 10, 2012
2:00 PM Raj Shroff, Virtues by Viral, Ashish & Vikrant MSA 2
3:15 PM Jenjum Gadi, Pia Pauro, Shivan & Narresh MSA 1
4:30 PM Charu Parashar, Rajdeep Ranawat,
Soltee by Sulakshana MSA 2
5:45 PM Hemant & Nandita, Joy Mitra, Nida Mahmood MSA 1
9:30 PM Wills Lifestyle Grand Finale by Ritu Kumar MSA 2
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reviews
Anand
Bhushan
Abhi Singh
Crocheted
fable
A
bhi Singh, for his
Spring Summer
2013 collection, used
distortion as his inspiration.
The yarns ran all over
ensembles in vertical and horizontal
format. Yarns were also used as elongated
tassels. The techniques like tie and dye on yarns
and surfaces looked like family. The palette
moved from blue, grey to off-whites. Red
got the center stage. Innovative swimsuits
looked attractive. The neckpieces made out
of origami in contrast shades stood out.
Crochet circles prominently emphasised
the bust lines. The colours were combined
well—maroon and yellow with green
streaks looked chic. Black and pink combos
with crochet floral motifs were the surface
treatments to look out for this season.
Graphic digital prints in grayscale mode
were amazing to look at.
Dandy
Conqueror
A
nand Bhushan
took his surface
techniques a level
above for Spring Summer
2013. Grey, silver, white,
along with blue ruled his
sober yet soulful story. His
line progressed while amalgamating
the broken textured pieces together, which
later formed rich continuous surfaces. The
hems were cut thoughtfully in diagonal
asymmetrical format. Whites were combined
with cerulean blue creating a fresh look.
A strong sense of heroism was portrayed
through Anand’s silhouettes. They spoke the
language of steel. Silver crisscross formations
over translucent white surfaces appeared
marvellous. Metal chains formed shoulder
straps and circular structures. Hexagonal
shapes with bugle beads in
brown shade palette once again
portrayed robust geometry.
Kallol Datta
Péro by
Aneeth
Arora
Gypsy in Lungi
P
éro by Aneeth Arora’s
Spring Summer 2013
collection draws
its inspiration from the
kurta-lungi clad men
outside mosques. Aneeth Arora’s forte,
the gypsy look, featured surface techniques
such as chikankari embroidery, lace and
smoking details making the garments more feminine
and subtle.
The show was the perfect example of fusing
traditional elements in terms of fabrics and
silhouettes with modern day sensibilities. The
garments were light-hearted, whimsical and
essentially prêt. Traditional elements, such as the
chikankari embroidery, ‘bleeding’ Madras checks
inspired from the lungi were combined with
European lace with techniques such as smocking,
quilting and gathering to make cosy feminine
silhouettes. Lace dresses were also styled with
boyfriend jeans and chic oversized beach bags. Lacetrimmed palazzo pants, slip dresses, cropped denim
jackets were other notable separates.
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Grotesque
Insanity
K
allol Datta’s Spring
Summer 2013
featured whacky
monochromatic silhouettes featuring
skeleton prints in black and white on formdefying dresses with asymmetric hemlines and
flap details in collars. The show started with a
head-to-toe skeleton printed black and white
ensemble followed by draped asymmetric
kurta dresses with diamond placket opening.
Clean silhouettes in monochromatic black
and white had horizontal pleat details on
sleeves. Menswear featured cozy kurta
jackets in black, paired with fitted trousers
with graphical skeleton prints in black and
white. Oversized forms, deconstructed
jackets and round billowing capes were
juxtaposed with controlled silhouettes s
uch as peplums featuring net at hem or
sleek tunics in black and white. Dresses
with dropped shoulders and gigantic
sleeves concluded the insanity show
for Kallol Datta.
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reviews
Arabian
Romance
P
ratima welcomed
Spring Summer 2013
with generous layers.
Prama by
Mostly, the bright prints were
Pratima
given muted treatments
Pandey
as they were overlaid with
ivory opaque and translucent
surfaces. The crushed effect was evident on
the long flairy skirts. Prints spoke a different
language as they were always combined with
other characteristics. The thread embroidery
was inspired from the prints underneath. They
moved freely across the silhouettes. Centre
front plackets from middle half down were
followed by life-size slits, keeping the symmetry
in focus. Rolled-up sleeves and organic stoles
with tassels around the neck matched the fun
and frolic concept. Embroidery motifs as solo
and groups were placed diagonally.
‘my village’
by Rimzim
Dadu
Metamorphosis
M
oving away from
her regular
futuristic
surfaces with a hint of
glamour, Rimzim Dadu
has taken a crafty turn for
Spring Summer 2013. The
show started on Rimzim’s
trademark graphical-techglam note with sequins,
glitter and monochromatic palette before
moving to feminine blooms in vivid colours
juxtaposed on black base fabric. Rimzim’s
usual relaxed and easy silhouettes focussed
on wearable separates.
A sequinned white shirt with weave patterns
with sleek trouser opened the show followed
by straw woven cropped jackets and shorts,
which looked graphical in black and white. The
mood changed to an unspoken feminine allure
as 3-D floral forms were delicately crafted in
dresses and petal skirts. The latter sequence
of the show sported interesting evening looks
in vivid hues of lime, apricot and electric
shades of purple and vermillion.
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Evolution of
Thoughts
P
rerna’s Spring
Summer 2013
collection was a
depiction of her thought
process, which is an
Prerna
amalgamation of varied
Bharadwaj
ideas - hopes, fears, faith
and courage. The initial
sequence of the garments featured random
drapes in mix-match of colours depicting
disturbance. The black garments that
started the show for the designer had
random drapes depicting confusion and
disorder with monochromatic coined
texture scattered arbitrarily. Disorderly
drapes gave way to beautiful and flowy
silhouettes, which were more controlled
with a dash of colours. Tender pleats
delicately opened up at the hem to
create multiple layers of gentle cowls
in tones of coral, grey and bottle
green. A series of red draped dresses
added to the glam and allure of the
show. Intricate embroidery details
and play of frills were meticulously
used in the later part of the show to
add exquisiteness to the garments.
Presents
Rahul Singh
Shibori
Twist
F
or Spring Summer
2013, Rahul Singh offered
a wide range of comfortable
and easy silhouettes treated
with Shibori dying technique
from Japan. Rahul’s garments
were dyed with a pattern by
binding, stitching, folding,
twisting, compressing and capping
techniques to achieve controlled and
desired patterns in bright summery shades
of lime, coral and maroon on comfortable
light weight fabrics for the fierce summers
ahead. Trendy peplum tops were teamed
with roomy and airy tunics and dresses with
pencil-fit trousers featuring stripes and
checkered patterns achieved with Shibori.
The show climaxed with ingenuity drenched
with Rahul’s designs. The garments are
perfect for an immaculate summer journey
with a feeling of tranquility.
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reviews
Lush
Horizons
P
reeti greeted the
approaching Spring
Summer with floral
rhapsody. The prints and rich
Preeti Jhawar thread embroideries went hand
in hand to create a greater
impact. Yellow and red combinations came as a
new wave for the season. Organza layers were
patched over with lifelike flowers. The colours
were beautifully placed to create rainbow effect.
Solid colours looked genuine. Ombre technique
was used with peaches and off whites. Frills on
the hems were broader and nicer. The colourblocked leggings with solid shaded tunics went
very well. Appliqué work in 3-D budlike shapes
was an experimental approach, celebrating playful
spirits. Copper gave a new dimension to the entire
summer palette. Sequins highlight on cutwork
shrugs are teamed well with slitted tunics.
Elegance
Personified
F
Vaishali S
or Spring Summer 2013
Vaishali S gave chanderi
fabric extreme importance.
Her creativity revolved around
experimenting and giving the
same material a new meaning
with each of her creations.
The sewn effect with ribbons
in contrast shades was a new
direction. See-through blacks on
ivory mediums looked elegant.
Orange in the beginning was
played as highlight. The designer
tastefully incorporated oranges
and maroons. Drapes, along with
voluminous gathers, portrayed
a contemporary design element
for the new generation. Diagonal
geometry through various features
was displayed skilfully. The
ensembles enjoyed the pampering
of angular overlays that appeared more like
accessories. Pintucks in ascending horizontal
format sat well.
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Paranoia
P
Ritesh
aranoia by
Kumar
Ritesh Kumar
is a concoction
of complex emotions where fear and
conviction fall in a single realm of existence
and human incoherence is accepted without
denial. For Spring Summer 2013, Ritesh
offered plenty of sheer separates, frayed
tassel details and colour blocking trends with
graphical summer layering in jute, linen, flax
and silk organza with astute compassion.
The surface detailing at Ritesh’s show
emerged to be the real undisputed hero.
Frayed tassels added an element of tactile
aesthetics, which was combined with
optical experience, endowed with sheer
garments. Pearl handcuffs were elegantly
styled with eveningwear, which sported
3-D textures with washed colour blocks
on streamlined silhouettes. Ritesh Kumar
brought together the crude with refined,
which embraced the beauty bound by
melancholy and vulnerability.
Moroccan
Union
V
Vineet Bahl
ineet Bahl for Spring Summer
invoked a Moroccan feel and
transferred it aesthetically
to Indian Silhouettes. The designer
mixed and matched different mediums
and experimented it with the deeper
extents. Ivory and whites were colour
themes through which he defined the
sartorial sober theme. Black and maroon
with orange highlighted the shapes
in a mesmerising manner. Chiffley
fabrics along with plain surfaces were
engineered to achieve the desired
effect. From an outward journey, the
collection trekked inwards. It seemed
our indigenous silhouettes through
the designer’s vision acted more like
absorbers. The colours, like fuchsia,
red and blue beautified the scenery.
The borders in velvets and other
embellishments thrown over blouses
and peplum tops went well with Indian
shapes.
Zealous
Fighter
M
alini Ramani’s
SS’13 collection
paid tribute to
womanhood. The designer
Malini
gracefully brought in loads
Ramani
of offerings incorporated by
silhouettes, colours and embellishments. The
collection began with free spirited silhouettes
from swimwear to kaftan bodies. The fabrics
congratulated the modern day woman for
her feminism. Silver studs spread over prints
offered a strong sense of attitude. The palette
had blues, oranges, pinks and yellows supported
by blacks, once again to provide stronger feel.
Metallic tassels and belts with chunky metal
embroideries suited the collection perfectly.
Fringes in tone on tone were gorgeous to
look at. The fabric with crushed and ombre
effect portrayed a wanderlust feel. Foil
prints in gold over brown palette will be a
trendsetter for the season.
Garden
of Eden
R
Cell-tic
Splendour
A
Ashish N Soni
shish Soni gets
inspiration from the human body for
his Spring Summer 2013 collection.
The palette, inspired by blood cells, got
along well with colours like khaki and grey.
The cellular formation looked perfect in
polka dot prints. Human cells and organs
are a beautiful creation by the almighty,
and the designer incorporated the same
marvellously. Black on white combination
was teamed with beige brown prints.
There was a perfect sense of balance in
silhouettes. The cuts were perfectly done
even when the colour symmetry was broken.
Ruffles in net on neckline looked just right.
Ashish also played with drapes and cowl
by experimenting them at different areas
keeping aesthetics in proportion.
My Fair Lady
Ranna Gill
anna Gill showcased Fiama di Wills’
‘Exotica’ while portraying a virtual
sculptural garden. Sensuous and
feminine forms, which were extremely
comfortable for the vicious summers, were
crafted in silk jerseys and georgettes fused with
in-house woven brocades. The garments were a
mélange of exotic flora and fauna depicting the
Garden of Eden.
Breathtaking stunts by a skilled acrobat marked
the beginning of the show, which featured a
range of vibrant 70s inspired loose fitted dresses
with gentle pleats and tuck details. Dashes of
fluorescent shades were faceted in contrast
with pastel hues of blues, greens and oranges
with oodles of shimmer. Dyeing techniques
such as shibori patterns and tie and dye
were combined with intricate embroidery
details depicting orchids and joyous garden
landscape. Evening gowns featured gathers
and pleats clinching the waist, which in turn
venerated the womanly curves.
R
evisiting the high
fashion and glamour
Gauri &
Nainika
of roaring 20’s
and the lady-like look of
40’s, designer duo Gauri & Nainika set
the ramp ablaze with plenty of huge
ruffles, frills, bounce and kinematics – all
rendered in serene ivory tones with hints
of black! Romantic red-carpet dresses
glorifying the feminine curves in pure
whites celebrated the starkness and
beauty of what the races stood for in the
earlier part of the twentieth century.
Body conscious dresses with revealing
backs, raglan sleeves, ribbon tie-up
details and halter necks were pristinely
crafted in rich organza, predominantly in
whites. Flaring side panels, peplums and
mermaid hem rejoiced the romanticism
associated with the inspiration. The
dresses and evening gowns featured
ruffles all over the sides, princess
seam, back, neckline and hem,
illuminating some big evening wear trends
for the season ahead.
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fashion etc.
Trend
Spotting
The return of the
‘Palazzo Pant’
A fad during the ‘60s; Palazzo Pants have made a comeback and are now
this season’s hot new trend. Designer Mode Dailies takes a look at this
unique fashion item.
P
alazzo Pants are trending big time
this season. Showcased by designers
such as Fendi, Ralph Lauren and
Rachel Zoe this year, these pants,
which had gone out of fashion, are
now making a comeback. Thanks to their loose
flowing silhouette and comfortable fabrics, the
pants today are being worn by many women.
Their history of ‘Palazzo Pants’ goes back
to the early 60s; when many restaurants
followed a very strict dress code of not allowing
women to wear trousers. To find a way around
this restriction, a group of inventive women
started wearing high waist pants with a very
loose and wide leg that flared out. This gave
the impression of wearing a skirt, but also had
the comfort of wearing pants. This style soon
came to be known as Palazzo Pants. Sported
both for evening wear and formal occasions,
On the
Cover
Palazzo Pants - Making a
statement
•Use flowing fabrics like chiffon, jersey and
georgette!
•
Opt for solid colours to make a
statement,
•
Pick Palazzo’s with floral, retro or quirky
summer prints!
•
Pleated Palazzo’s can look stylish as well,
but keep your accessories minimal
Palazzo Pants really came into the spotlight when
iconic actresses - Greta Garbo, Katherine Hepburn and
Marlene Dietrich started wearing them in Hollywood
films, making it a must-have item. And today, with
designers at the WIFW SS’13 showcasing the pants on
the runway, this trend is only going to get bigger!
Tropical delight
Pia Pauro speaks about her concept behind her
collection Isola Pia and her debut at WIFW SS’13.
designer speak
‘We need to make
Indian fashion
understandable
to the world’
Ace designer Manish Malhotra talks about his association
with FDCI, his journey through Indian fashion, and what the
industry needs to do now to get global recognition.
What has been your experience with FDCI over the years?
FDCI has an interesting mix of designers comprising of new eclectic, alternative, Indian and couturiers. In the last three years I have been doing a lot
more work in Delhi, so my association with FDCI and the WIFW has been very
strong and interesting. I think a lot of credit goes to Sunil Sethi for managing
so many different designers.
Tell us about your journey through Indian fashion?
I first used to model and I remember thinking ‘I want to design.’ However,
films were fascinating for me and in the early nineties, when I started my career, style in films were very down and out, and I thought why don’t I make a
change there. So for 1990 to 2000, I only did movies and I had no intention
of going mainstream. Till date I have been getting accolades for my work in
Heroine. But now having received recognition through films, I feel there must
now be more of an effort to reach out to lots more people through stalls and
sales. There where I want to go now.
What do you think Indian designers need to do today?
I think for any designer sustainability is the key. I also see today’s designers
Payal
Jain
5
essentials
to perk
you up
• Yoga
• Calm instrumental music
• Traveling to a new place
• A good book
• A glass of wine
sticking to what they do best, not being fearful of critiques, and looking to be a fashion
brand which is a very healthy trend. What we
need to do now as designers in Indian fashion
is something that the Japanese do; they take
so much from their culture but they make it
global by making it something that everybody
understands. Too Indian and too organically
Indian, is something the world will only praise,
it can’t become them.
How do you feel about debuting at WIFW SS’13?
I’m very happy to be here. Even though I retail all over the world in
places like Ibiza, New York, Goa, Mumbai and Dubai, showcasing in
Delhi is very special for me, since this is where I’m based.
What is the inspiration behind your collection ‘Isola Pia’?
‘Isola Pia’ literally means Pia’s Island- and my collection promises to
transport you to my fabulous world of tropical island life and sexy
beach parties.
What are you looking to take back from WIFW SS’13?
I’m looking forward to meeting people and buyers from cities all over
the world that understand my look and connect with my concept.
And of course, showcasing my collection here in Delhi for the first
time is very exciting.
Fashion goes green
P
romoted by celebrities
and endorsed by top
fashion brands, ecofashion is no longer a trend
but a movement in the fashion
business to make us all think
about the environment.
Eco-fashion isn’t just a trend
anymore, it is a movement. As
we get increasingly conscious
about our surroundings and
resources, the fashion we buy,
wear and create has started
reflecting this new awareness.
Be it high-street retail brands,
or high-end design houses many designers in different
part of the world have attached
themselves to the green
brigade.
The Red Carpet goes
green
The trend has come from
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many celebrities and actors
who have popularised the
concept of eco-fashion. Livia
Firth, the wife of actor Colin
Firth, is one of the pioneers of
the movement. Her initiative
- Red Carpet Green Dress
competition, has challenged
designers to create a gown
made entirely of sustainable
materials, and the prize is
that the winning design to
be worn on the Oscars red
carpet. As a result, since 2009,
many celebrities have sported
eco-fashion thanks to this
challenge. From Cameron Diaz
in an organic Stella McCartney
creation, to Meryl Streep in
a Lanvin gown made from
recycled polyester, the list
is long. Brands like Chanel,
Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and
Armani have also participated
by creating ethical designs for
Livia’s campaign.
On the street
From celebrities the ecofashion trend has percolated
down to the street. Iconic jeans
brand Levi’s started their organic line
back in 2006, under the now hugely
popular label ‘Levi’s Eco’. Topshop has
also created its very first Fair-trade
clothing line, People Tree, followed
by H&M who have also introduced an
organic line. In India, eco-conscious
brands are also coming up in a big
way- like the Hyderabad-based
‘Creative Bee’ which uses only natural
and organic dyes, and ‘Ethicus’ which
is known for its beautifully handwoven organic Appachi- cotton saris.
What is Eco-Fashion?
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Fashion which is often made
from recycled, upcycled
materials
Clothes made using organic raw
materials.
Clothes which have been made
under fair trade regulations
Garments which don’t involve
the use of harmful chemicals
and bleaches.
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style
advice
The history
High-Waist Bikini: A must have this
season.
V-necks: Deep plunging neck lines will
do you a world of good.
Fashionable
forever
Designers Shivan and Naresh
tell us what’s haute in
resortwear this season.
Back to the future: There should
be a lot of 1950s in your swimwear.
Stripes: They will help make a bold
statement.
Innerwear is outerwear: Feel
free to wear your swimsuits with
trousers or shorts!
The Duo
Speak!
hemant &
nandita
Hemant and Nandita
On each other
What keeps both of you
together?
As Nandita is the designer and I am the
one who takes care of marketing, we
both have a good rapport. As Nandita
says “I am the creator. You are the
distributor.”
One thing that I like about
Nandita:
She is very hardworking.
One thing that I don’t like
about Hemant:
He is too straightforward.
One thing that I like about
Hemant:
His very jolly nature.
One thing that I don’t like
about Nandita:
She is too straightforward!
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HAUTE PICKS
history of
fashion
of the boot
Made for both walking and flaunting, the
boot has a long history. Designer Mode
Dailies trace the history of this essential
fashion item.
A
few years after Julia Roberts showcased
thigh boots in Pretty Woman, Vogue
Magazine declared 1993 “The Year of the
Boot”. Available in a number of styles, the boot
today is a must have fashion accessory in your
wardrobe staple. From fashionable Uggs or
bohemian suede boots, cowboy style leather
boots, or Posh-Spice inspired high-heeled thighhigh sexy boots - it’s safe to say the world is truly
at your feet!
Boots didn’t always have this aura of luxury
around them. The first pair of boots known in history came from the
Bronze Age, where they served as protection against the difficult
terrain. Nomads in eastern Asia wore more refined versions of these
boots, and bought them to China, India and Russia. Boots only became
common footwear for men and women in the 1800s. As for fashion,
it was only in the early 1900s, when Madame Denise Poiret, the wife
of French couturier Paul Poiret, wore knee length boots in wrinkled
leather and caused quite a stir in the fashion world.
But Poiret’s efforts were a one off. Boots only stopped becoming
utilitarian and became a fashion statement after the 1920s, when the
roads became smoother, and cars replaced horse drawn carriages.
However it still took time for attitudes to change. Designers like Elsa
Schiaparelli tried reintroduce ankle boots into mainstream fashion
but met with little success. It was only in 1963, when American
designer Beth Levine, also known as “The first
Lady of American Shoe Design” introduced
an entire collection of fashion boots,
that things changed. After that boots
took their place in footwear fashion
history with the result that today it
is impossible to buy boots without
considering the style. From kneelength, platform-soled, cowboy and
PVC boots to name but a few styles,
the boot surely has come a long way
from its utilitarian origins.
Stella Mc-Cartney
H e sai d, sh e sai d
Fendi
reviews
urban living
My Collection
I have played a lot with volumes this season. I
have also introduced sarees with a lot of detail
work in the collection.
Inspiration
The shapes of this collection are made to fit the
body structure, designed for the busy wonder
woman of today.
Highlights:
The highlights of this collection are the volumes
that I have played with in the collection.
Buyer’s response:
The buyers response is good. I am focusing a
lot on the Middle East and Indian market.
Association and experience
with FDCI:
I have a strong six-year-old relationship with
FDCI and am looking forward to a healthy future.
Pinky
Saraf
My Collection
My collection is all about a stunning
range of clutches, neckpieces, rings,
kamarbandhs, bracelets and anklets
presented in an assortment of styles
with gorgeous elements of Spring
Summer like flowers, prints and
bright hues.
Passive Personality: She never, never, takes the initiative.
I have to always make the first move in bed. Why? Isn’t this the
age of equality?
Expert advice: There are certain things that women expect
men to do - like not leave the toilet seat up and be the initiator in
the bedroom Why? Just part of being a man.
Lack of Space: She’s moved in and I’m happy, but at times
I need my space! Her things dominate the bedroom, bathroom
and the wardrobe. Is there anything of me left in the house? Help!
Expert advice: Her things are not going to move – you will,
if you mention it too often. Let it go.
My favourite
designer is…
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Prashanti,
Jabong
Overall, it has been
a good experience
this time. A lot
of work is done
by designers
which makes
a lot of sense.
There is some
pretty amazing
work done by the
younger designers.
I really liked
Manish Gupta’s
collection.
As the WIFW SS’13 draws to a close,
Designer Mode Dailies speaks to
a few buyers and asks them their
experiences at the WIFW SS’13.
What drives her crazy about him!
Double standards: He’s not too happy with me meeting his male
friends, but he is always happy to meet my girlfriends ?
Expert advice: Most men, no all men get power from attracting
women, hence the eagerness to meet your friends. But by introducing you
to his male friends, men fear the power of other men. Illogical? Yes. But
that’s how his mind works.
Not Available: He always says he’ll call me back, but he never
does. Sometimes he even cuts my calls. How can I get him to be more
responsible?
Expert advice: Men are problem solvers and call each other if
there is an emergency. If you do not have an emergency he switches off.
Sad but true.
Amit
Aggarwal
Alpa, Calcutta
Sloppy dresser: When we first met he was immaculately dressed.
Now he can’t be bothered to make an effort.
Expert advice: Despite the onset of the metrosexual man; men
are still more relaxed than women when it comes to dressing up. Try and
remind him of the last time how his appearance caught the eye of your
best friend. He should dress very well after that.
Surinder,
London
relationships
Veteran designer Tarun Tahiliani shares
his advice for budding designers, and
also mentions the upcoming designers,
whose work he admires.
Style tip
Be what you are.
Fashion Faux Pas
Too much makeup.
Inspiration
My inspiration is from life, it’s a bitter-sweet
amalgamation of beautiful moments that only
the person who experiences could understand
and cherish. My collection’s name is Morceau
De Moi - A Piece of Me.
Highlights
Varied stones, fabrics, styles and
embellishments have been used in vibrant tones
like emeralds, Egyptian blues, lemon yellow,
deep reds, bright amber and fuchsia pinks.
Style Tip
A perfect amalgamation of bling and
subtleness.
Fashion Faux Pas
Too much of bling can spoil your look.
I always have a
good time here. This
season a few of my
favourite designers
were missing like
Abhishek Gupta and
Nupur Kanoi. But
there is still a lot
to see this year. My
favorite designer is
Manish Malhotra – for
all time!
Lots of talent
was showcased
this season, with
some amazing
collections from
designers. This is
my second time
at the WIFW SS’13
and I like Alpana
and Neeraj a lot.
‘Mentor under
a designer you like’
Buyers Speak
Complicated yet heartwarming, the relationship between men and women, have puzzled
the best of minds. Here’s a look at what drives the sexes crazy about one another.
What drives him crazy about her!
Fickle dieter: She starts by saying she’s on a diet, but when
we order, guess what? She not only eats salad, she then goes
for pasta and starts lusting after the chocolate dessert. What’s
going on? Why can’t she make up her mind!
Expert advice: This problem has plagued the sexes since
Adam and Eve. After all Eve did eat the apple. Relax, and next
time let her do the ordering.
Stall Check
Faisal, Saudi
Arabia
My second time
at the WIFW
SS’13 has been
very nice. I love
the collections.
There are many
more designers
this season with a
lot of interesting
work and fresh
designs. My
favorite designers
are Rohit Gandhi
and Rahul
Khanna.
My advice: Budding designers
should first learn their craft, go to
a design school like Parsons in New
York or NIFT in India, and make sure
to mentor under a designer whose
work you admire.
Young designers I like: My
favourites at the moment are Aneeth
Arora – Pero for her revival of Indian
handicraft technoiques. I also like
Amit Aggarwal from Morphe for
his futuristic designs and garment
constructions.
Bejewelled brides
Silverline’s wedding collection
ensures that brides have the perfect
accessories for every ceremony.
W
edding season is just round the
corner, and as we all know, no one
can get into a celebratory mood without a
dash of jewellery. So before you get decked
up in your heavy saris, you will have to ensure
that you have the perfect accessories to go with
what you wear. And that’s where Silverline steps
in. Providing options that range from traditional
wedding pieces to more contemporary, the
Silverline jewellery collection provides a look for
every ceremony and every occasion, from a night out
with friends to the auspicious day itself.
Model
Speak
‘I wear what
I feel comfy in
Model Bhavna Sharma,
speaks about her health
routine and style tips.
What is your fitness
mantra and how do you
stay healthy?
I eat 4-6 small meals through
the day, starting with a good
breakfast- which is extremely
important. I work out five days a
week, and it involves cardio and
Surya Namaskar.
What is your personal
style all about?
I dress for nobody else
but myself and I wear what
I feel comfortable in. I like
experimenting with different
colours, looks and I love
accessorizing my outfit with fun
bags and shoes.
Tell us about your
association with
FDCI and about your
experience at WIFW.
My association with FDCI
began back in 2000, and it has
been an incredible one. The
WIFW brings together the best
of the industry.
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DAILIES: DAY 05
mixed bag
‘WIFW is India’s most
powerful fashion platform’
Atul Chand, Divisional Chief Executive, ITC’s Lifestyle Retailing speaks about
Wills Lifestyle long association with FDCI and reveals his thoughts on the
business of fashion in India.
Tell us about Wills Lifestyle’s strong association with the FDCI.
The association with Fashion Design Council of India
and being the title sponsor of India Fashion Week has certainly built equity for the brand. We have also leveraged
the association by introducing the ‘Wills Signature’ range
of designer wear, which has been very well received by
the consumers. With each passing year, WIFW SS’13 sets
new standards for the Indian fashion industry.
What is so special about this year?
There are two things. First, the association with the
Dutch Government for a unique Indo-Dutch Fashion Collaboration is something to be lauded. Then, the Ministry
of Textiles initiative to promote fashion from the Northeast has brought in a new perspective to the WIFW SS’13.
These unique partnerships definitely further strengthen
the objective of promoting the business of fashion and
take the event to new heights.
The Czarina of Indian fashion, Ritu Kumar is
doing the Grand Finale. Your comments.
We are very excited to have Ritu Kumar, as the Wills
Lifestyle Grand Finale Designer for WIFW SS’13. Her collection will depict both history and the future, and will appeal to all generations and tastes. She has also created an
exclusive collection for Wills Lifestyle’s Signature Line for
the AW’12 season which will be retailed from our stores
across the country.
What has WIFW done to promote the business
of fashion?
Our collaboration with FDCI has taken WIFW to new
heights with industry support and international collaborations. This is India’s most powerful platform driving
the ‘Business of Fashion” agenda with novel business opportunities, ideas, inspiration and industry partnerships.
ITC as a stakeholder is seriously committed to taking the
event to ground-breaking levels. This edition again, the
best of India’s fashion industry has come together to
make the country’s largest and biggest fashion event,
even more successful.
Official bloggers of the WIFW SS’13
Radhika Bajaj and Asmita Aggarwal go trend spotting
Prints are a must
use with designers
Radhika Bajaj
C
ome Spring-Summer and prints
have become a tool to depend on
for a majority of the fashion fraternity. The reason is simple. Summer clothing has to be light and airy with minimal
add-ons and prints allow that without
making an outfit boring.
At WIFW SS ‘13 too almost every
other designer booth offers an array of
prints. The debate is which is ‘cooler’ to
wear- The classic floral/nature inspired
numbers or the crazier geometric prints
that are seen lining the racks this season?
Ironically, the queen of floral Anupama Dayal had ‘not a single’ flower in her
collection this time. Her prints were geometric and used ikat influences. “Spring-
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Summer 2013 is not about the flower, it’s
about the weave, it’s about going tribal,”
says Anupama. Ranna Gill whose ‘Birds
of Paradise’ print in the SS 2013 collection is nature inspired yet designed towards a geometric feel adds: “It is the
age of geometric prints… florals have
their moment in spring summer but geometrics are a mainstay, they run through
winter and summer.”
While you’re likely to see many other
designers sticking to geometric or even
‘non-floral’ themes in their prints, flowers
do have loyalists in the industry. Designer
Rajdeep Ranawat has been inspired by
the falling Bougainvillea around the villas in Santorini. James Ferreira showed
delicate floral on his sarees and dresses
too. And then there are some designers
who are putting the best of both themes
together! Hemant & Nandita have mixed
their digitized jewel print with classic
floral prints. And in some of their pieces
you’ll see a floral base with some geometric designing. As Nandita Raipurani
from the label says: “You open any woman’s wardrobe, you will find newer prints
but the florals will definitely be there. Floral patterns can never go out.”
In the end then, what you chose to
wear depends on your personal style. But
a word of caution. The size and colour of
the print and it’s placement on the garment can make a huge difference to how
you look in it! So chose what theme you
will, but remember to make that print
work for you.
It can’t get
better then
black and
Asmita Aggarwal
M
onochromes seem to be the
flavour of the season and a
spring-summer staple. There
is something easy and simple about
the contrast that makes it a winning
combo. Fashion’s new young gun Kallol Dutta used it to his advantage to
highlight printed foetuses on a white
draped dress, while Gaurav Gupta,
sketched abstract illustrations on
body clinging floor length dresses.
“Black is slimming; it doesn’t matter if it is for summer or winter. Women want to look thin all year round,
so it can’t get better than black and
white,” says Priyanka Modi of the label AM:PM. Viral of Virtues agrees
and adds: “I believe that while fashion
shouldn’t be colour specific or dominated by whims; it is refreshing - after
a riot of colours every spring - to see
black and white back as it is a classic.
The two manage to contour the body
beautifully.”
Rimzim Dadu of the label My Vil-
white
lage used straw with a weaving pattern to make a cropped jacket and
shorts, again in black and white. Rahul Mishra used a black canvas in the
form of a cape and added white aari
work to drive home the point that
it always works if you combine dark
with light. As he says, “Monochromes
are eternal, they are charming and
most effective.” Alpana Chauhan who
worked blacks in her dresses and added white in the form of snow flakes in
her Arctic themed line agrees. “We
wanted to make something wearable without colour disruptions,”
she adds.
Apart from these designers, Vineet
Bahl turned ingenious with the combination, using white churidaars teamed
up with black, printed striped tunics.
Black velvet borders also revved up
layered, full flared kurtas, showing
once again that the duo remained a
winning combination and almost inseparable.
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