CURTAINS DOWN ON INDIA COUTURE WEEK 2020

SHANTANU & NIKHIL-THE RESURGENCE

The designer duo of Shantanu and Nikhil celebrated their collection an ‘ode to hope’ and hence titled it ‘The Resurgence’. Loved the metallic teal gown and the vibrant red lehenga-choli with tonal embroidery and the wrap deftly tucked in a gold belt. Shantanu and Nikhil explains their collection – “Much like the intricately carved pillars of age old values, the collection reinterprets our classics & brings back the opulence of our journey, almost like a re-incarnated phoenix.” The look was loaded with opulence.

Shantanu & Nikhil-The Resurgence

MANISH MALHOTRA-MUGHAL ERA REGALIA

Manish Malhotra took to black and white while filming his creations that had its roots in the Mughal era. Kalidar kurtas, ghararas and Izar Salwars dominated the women’s range and for men Manish created Angrakhas, jamas and heavy shawls in muslin, velvets and cotton silks. The designer highlighted that, “These vintage textiles are over a century old and discern one with its unparalleled finesse. It comprises accent borders that are zari-woven in original gold and silver.” The collection indeed revisited old-world regalia in its most luxurious avatar.

Manish Malhotra-Mughal Era Regalia

FALGUNI SHANE PEACOCK-SPECTACLE PRIVE

Falguni and Shane Peacock presented a short film that showed us what goes into the making of their couture collection. It was indeed awe inspiring. The collection consisted of bridal wear in pastel tones with patchwork and tonal embroidery. Loved the dramatic white lehenga with faux-fur trims paired with a sensually cut choli with frilly sleeves.

Falguni Peacock Shane-Spectacle Prive

KUNAL RAWAL-HIDE AND SEEK

Designer Kunal Rawal showcased a menswear collection where the silhouettes were form-fitting and lean. Mock layering, tone on tone embellishment and hint of deconstruction made Kunal’s collection extraordinary and for men with a discerning style. He stated, “Continuing our tryst with the richest form of embroideries like french knots, we have created patterns that rise up to form a three dimensional visual illuminated with highlights that are ideal for every man’s festive needs.”

Kunal Rawal-Hide and Seek

ANJU MODI-SINDOORI

Anju Modi took to art to find her muse for the collection. She borrowed inspiration from the works of Raja Ravi Varma to create a collection that had shades of ivory in crushed mulmul highlighted with gold foil patchwork, dabka and mukaish work. Anju also used crimson red and purple hues and embellished them with vintage brocade work in her collection. “The Sindoori collection features a signature mix of textile innovation and exquisite embroideries”, stated Anju Modi.

Anju Modi-Sindoori

REYNU TAANDON-SURKH

Couturier Reynu Taandon created her collection with hues that would benefit bridal celebrations in the morning, at the sundowner and when night befalls. Her collection dominantly used Chanderi on which, gota patti work, block printing and light Zari work were craftily used to embellish them. “I want my brides to look elegant and maintain the old world wedding charm in a contemporary way”, stated the designer.