Lakme Fashion Week Summer Resort 14 Day 2 Part 2

NINE REAL LIFE SUPERSSTARS DAZZLED ON THE RAMP FOR MANDIRA BEDI’S DEBUT COLLECTION AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

Mumbai, 13^th March 2014: It was a parade of real life superstars wearing real life saris. Making her debut appearance at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014 Mandira Bedi’s beautiful feminine sari collection was a breezy offering on the runway. The parade of fabulous achievers was led by Dr. Kiran Coelho - Gynaecologist and Obstetrician. Head of Dept, Lilavati Hospital, Dr. Jamuna Pai - Pioneer of Cosmetology in India. Founder and Chairperson of Blush Clinics, Mrunalini Deshmukh - Renowned Matrimonial Lawyer, Schauna Chauhan - CEO, Parle Agro, Pooja Makhija - Nutritionist & Clinical Dietician (Celebrity Food Guru), Miss Malini - Celebrity Blogger, Yasmin Karachiwala - Celebrity Fitness Trainer, Shaheen Abbas - Jewellery Designer and ended with Mandira’s mother Gita Bedi looking radiant in a purple/gold sari.

Choosing fabrics like georgette, satin georgette, net and light as air cotton silk, Mandira ensured that there was a perfect blend of vibrant colours to match the rising mercury.

Easy and fun to wear, the saris had star quality that is also associated with Mandira. While embellishments were used discreetly to highlight the beauty of the patterns and prints, Mandira refrained from excessive bling. The constants were the dual tones for saris with gold ornate borders and pallav detailing. Net was combined with gold lamé to add a dramatic touch while the subtly designed sexy cholis were the perfect complement.

When it comes to head turning sensual six-yard saris that have been Mandira Bedi’s trade mark, women can be assured that they will create a sensation wherever they go.

Mandira Bedi

Mandira Bedi

JADE BY MONICA SHAH AND KARISHMA SWALI BROUGHT 1920’S GLAMOUR ON THE RAMP AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

Giving the retro 1920’s look pride of place in their collection, Monica Shah and Karishma Swali from “Jade” presented a relaxed glamorous line called “The Bohemian Princess” at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014.

Adding the colourful stylish touches of the 1960’s to Roaring Twenties glamour, the designing duo had an enchanting hint of decadence.

Opting for soft subtle shades to match the inspiration, the designers offered elaborate luxe silhouettes with stylish accents to the fashionable trendy modern woman’s wardrobe. The fabric choice was sheer translucent textures with touches of discreet metallics and embellishments that once again recreated the beauty of the 1920’s.

Long gracious gowns were the mainstay of the collection with cutwork; lavish embroidery and lots of gold linear beads that edged the creations. The silhouettes moved from flowing and voluminous to slim tubes with sparking dazzle.

In shades of white, pale pink, beige, liquid grey, orange and gold  the creations which also included a sprinkle of skinny beaded trousers, jackets with peplums and low waist maxis was a formal wear offering.

Gliding in to close the show was Lisa Haydon star of the latest hit “Queen” in a luminous orange cutwork Lehenga and gold beaded blouse that was truly breathtaking.

For women who long for retro glamour, “The Bohemian Princess” from   “Jade” created by Monica Shah and Karishma Swali will dress them in splendour of the past with large doses of the present.

JADE BY MONICA SHAH AND KARISHMA SWALI

JADE BY MONICA SHAH AND KARISHMA SWALI

SUMAN NATHWANI’S DEBUT COLLECTION FOR LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014 WAS A SCINTILLATING LINE OF RESORT WEAR.

Known for over two decades as the pioneer of lingerie in India, Suman Nathwani’s debut collection called “Garden of Eden” comprising resort wear at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014 was a scintillating line. Here was a collection that spelt freshness with surface texturing and tone-on-tone embellishments, layering and delicate engineered structuring.

Opening the show with an ivory one-shoulder front slit swimsuit, the mood was set for “fun on the beach” creations. An organza summer trench coat, bat sleeve sheath, tangerine long dress with front slit and layered georgette short baby doll dress were great additions. Resort wear took a slight formal turn with an ombré electric blue gown and ended with a swirling midnight blue floor sweeping tent.

Bringing forth super luxe resort ensembles from the eras of luxury at destinations like St. Tropez and St. Bratz, Suman created a more adventurous high street-cum-high-luxury line.

To add that sensuous touch, sexy fabrics like chiffon, muslin, tulle, Carmeuse and silk jersey were presented in rainbow hues of deep tangerine, electric blue, Sorbet colours and nudes. Palazzos, shirt dresses and deconstructed floor sweeping gowns sailed down the ramp. For more holiday attire it was bikinis and outer wear along with the trendy international kurti that revealed the fun aspect of the collection.

When a lady wants to put together a complete holiday wardrobe and turn into a fashionable Eve, Suman Nathwani gives her many options with her “Garden of Eden” line.

Suman Nathwani

Suman Nathwani

ABDUL HALDER’S STYLISH CREATIONS CREATED A FASHIONABLE STIR ON THE RAMP AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

Mumbai, 13th March 2014: It was classic styling at its best when Abdul Halder unveiled his Avant-Gardé creations at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014.

Keeping the seasonal trends’ forecast in mind, Abdul conjured up modern elegant silhouettes for formal wear. Fabrics that made an impact on the ramp were viscose satin, tulle and flat chiffon in a variety of medium to party shades. Aimed at dressing up the powerful independent women, the elegantly designed garments had the exquisite Abdul Halder touches giving the outfits that sensual and sexy look to add drama to the collection.

Sari gowns in deep blue, embroidered tulle maxis with mini inners, paper bag skirt/choli, off-shoulder blue net midi and yellow long sleeved embellished sheath were scintillating options. The two tulle saris had bright petticoats and cholis – sun yellow and post-box red -to turn this traditional drape into a modern offering. The final red lace maxi was a ravishing end to a glamorous line of elegant women’s wear.

Making a stylish contemporary fashion statement will be ultra-easy for the connoisseurs of style with Abdul Halder’s formal wear options for the next season.

Abdul Halder

Abdul Halder

Abdul Halder

ASMITA MARWA PAID FASHIONABLE HOMAGE TO WOMEN’S RESORT WEAR AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014.

She called her collection “Sensaina Tsuyo” inspired by the flower of the same name. Asmita Marwa’s creations at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014 were homage to women who stand proud with values and delicate strength.

To recreate this inspiration on the ramp, Asmita selected a mélange of checks and weaves that appeared from vintage dyeing techniques. The fabulous Chanderi, Banaras and Khadi were dreamt up in visions of kimono-like boxy but flowing silhouettes. Colours ranged from soft pastels to earthy tones while the textures livened up the creations.

Opening the show with a brown checked Chanderi shimmer palazzo and brown batik kimono wrap top, Asmita offered relaxed lounging during holidays.

Striking entries were the off-white khadi kimono cropped top with back slit, ecru long kurta shirt, white balloon skirt with shimmer sun and baby pink net jumbled sequins dress.

Giving a truly creative twist to embellishments, Asmita used pins and washers to decorate the garments and a large silver sun motif as one of the focal décors of the collection.

Presenting four men’s wear entries Asmita ensured that they followed the resort wear theme. Jersey samurai pants were worn with Chanderi dip dyed shirts and voile short sleeved kurtas were teamed with black denims.

Asmita’s choice of showstopper was the India’s top hairstylist, the very perky and effervescent Adhuna Akhtar who jauntily walked down the ramp in salmon pink net palazzo with pin detailing and satin silk cropped shirt.

The collection by Asmita Marwa was aimed at the powerful woman who can hold her own anywhere in the world just like the stately and awesome “Sensaina Tsuyo” flower.

Asmita Marwah

Asmita Marwah

Asmita Marwah

VEDA RAHEJA PRESENTED A FASCINATING COLLECTION AT JABONG STAGE DURING LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

Mumbai, 13^th March 2014: Veda Raheja showcased a refreshing borderline experimental collection christened ‘Tri-Faceted’ at Jabong Stage during Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014.

Inspired by the famous works of self-taught Japanese Architect Tadao Ando; the range focused on structured silhouettes with sharp lines and geometric elements to contour one’s body. The designer made use of delicate peek-a-boo cut-outs to add a sensual touch to statement pieces like gowns and dresses while also accentuating separates like trousers, tops and skirts.

Versatile fabrics like refined Chinese silk, Chantilly lace and Matka silk gave each piece an urban Indo-International appeal.

The colour palette consisted of bold shades like smoky black, elegant plum, indigo, fuchsia, tangerine, blood red and concrete grey.

To draw attention to a woman’s form and grace, the designer made use of embellishments in sequins, fabric strips, detailed gathers, beads and flamboyant stitch work.

The show stopper was the very talented actor, singer, Monica Dogra of Shaa’ir and Func, who walked the runway in an ethereal sheer black fitted gown, sporting shiny beadwork in geometric forms with fabric fastenings at the back.

Unique, classy and sophisticated ‘Tri-Faceted’ by Veda Raheja is a wardrobe must-have for the daring fashionista. 

Veda Raheja

Veda Raheja

Veda Raheja

SOURABH KANT SHRIVASTAVA DISPLAYED AN EXQUISITE COLLECTION AT JABONG STAGE DURING LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2014

Sourabh Kant Shrivastava showcased a unique couture and prêt line called “Rebirth in Kaliyug” at Jabong Stage at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014.

The line focused on blending Avant Garde with International classic style elements for a charming global appeal.

Dresses, gowns, jackets, tops, saris, cloaks, shirts and trousers made their way onto the runway in classic shades of pearl white, rich gold, nude, smoky black and dusky grey.

Sourabh Kant Shrivastava

The designer further worked with sheer fabrics, net, khadi, pure silk crepe, and georgette along with shimmer material for a fresh, breezy look.

To add a spark, embellishments graced silhouettes in the form of floral fabric accents with acrylic, leather and metal trimmings.

Softly structured cuts and asymmetrical detailing catered to the exquisitely experimental edge of this collection and mixed in the right amount of glitz with glamour.

Two pieces which stood out were a gorgeous black bejewelled bustier gown with a mermaid skirt and a ravishing white fitted jewel, encrusted gown worn by Swedish-Iranian beauty Mariam Zakaria, star of “Grand Masti”.

Fresh, flirty and feminine, Sourabh Kant Shrivastava’s range is sure to leave any woman wanting more. 

Sourabh Kant Shrivastava

Sourabh Kant Shrivastava