Lakme Fashion Week Winter Festive 2014: Amit Aggarwal's Show

Amit Aggarwal is a dreamer and a true artist. His shows are beautifully crafted and the drama is palpable in his presentation.

The designer opened the Lakme Fashion Week's 2014 Winter Festive edition in Mumbai on the evening of the 19th, with a show along with Masaba Gupta's show.

Here is a look at the collections on the ramp. The tones were metallic mostly, but with also some splashes of colours like Red and Blue. All in metallic tones. The silhouettes were absolutely stunning - structured forms, gowns and corsets - very typically Amit Aggarwal. A dream like collection that is sure to have toned-down commercial versions that are going to be seen on many celebrities very soon!

Pics from Lakme Fashion Week.

See also Masaba Gupta!

Unravelling the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014!

Mandira Bedi

Anchor- Actress-Sports Commentator and now a Fashion Designer, multi-talented Mandira Bedi made her debut at the Lakme Fashion Show Summer/Resort 2014.Her colourful saree collection was inspired by the “Real Women”. There were various successful women from various walks of life to walk the ramp at the Indian Fashion Week; 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. Mandira’s mother Gita Bedi was the show stopper, she was looking magnificent in the purple & gold sari. It was a parade of real life stars wearing real life sarees at the Lakme Fashion Show. The six-yard saree collection had a breezy element; satin, georgettes and silk as base fabrics and high on colourful effects unlike the usual embroideries and embellishments. At the Indian Fashion Week, Mandira ensured that there was a perfect blend of vibrant colours to match the rising mercury this summer.

Left – to- Right : Shaheen Abbas, Pooja Makhija ,Dr. Jamuna Pai , Mrunalini Deshmukh

Left – to- Right : Miss Malini,Schauna Chauhan, Dr. Kiran Coelho ,Yasmin Karachiwala 

Mandira Bedi along with her Mother Gita Bedi.

JADE by Monica Shah & Karishma Swali

Monica Shah and Karishma Swali showcased a 1920’s retro relaxed glam collection called “The Bohemian Princess” at the Lakme Fashion Show. Matching the muse, the designers opted for soft subtle shades like white, pale pink, beige, liquid grey, orange & gold. The texture of the fabrics was sheer translucent with clever integration of metallic and embellishments that recreates the vintage fashion. Lisa Haydon in a radiant orange cutwork Lehenga and gold beaded blouse was magnificent as she walked down the ramp closing the show for “JADE” at the Indian Fashion Week. So for all the vintage / retro fashion lovers have a new collection to grab this season!

“The Bohemian Princess” collection for JADE by Monica Shah and Karishma Swali

Lisa Haydon :Show stopper for JADE by Monica Shah and Karishma Swali

Swapnil Shinde

Swapnil Shinde showcased a collection called “An Affair to Remember” which was inspired by the glam love from Hollywood 1950’s era at the Indian Fashion Week. The colour scheme for his collection worked around gentle and solid shades of beige, slate blue, yellow mustard, purple berry, jet black and egg shell. At the Lakme Fashion show, the key element of Swapnil’s collection was Hearts & geometric peacock prints, woven with a web of glitzy mystery with his signature bold silhouettes. He played with traditional Maharashtrain Paithani weave with its antique gold & orange borders. At the Indian Fashion Week, Huge eye catching coloured bows were the star attraction at the back of the outfit. This collection was a perfect amalgamation of traditional fabric with modern design. The footwear was very well noticed cause of their ultra-stylish design. Swapnil definitely managed to stamp off enough drama as the model walk down the ramp at the Lakme Fashion show. 

“An Affair to Remember” collection by Swapnil Shinde

“An Affair to Remember” collection by Swapnil Shinde

Gaurang Shah

Gaurang Shah’s “Chandbali” Collection was poetry in a fabric form devoted to the 21^st century brides. On Indian Handloom & textile day, Gaurang ensured to showcase all the rich Indian tradition with a splendid line of royal ethnic finery at the Lakme Fashion Show, 2014. Classical Indian Music played by Ashoke Gurjale in the background, the splash of rainbow colours caused a riot on the ramp, colours such as surkh red,gulabi pink, zard yellow,narangi orange,sabz green were merged  with epoch styles, OH! What a feast for the eye! At the Indian Fashion Week,Gaurang’s collection combined the antique odhnas from the Akbarnama era with Kadi. Chandbali’s embroidery was coalesced with motifs like Buddha-pada, chand-Suraj & gow-mata. Gaurang made sure that the modern bride had ample of options like floor length kalidaar, jama, sadri ,shaluka ,achkans , angarkha and lehenga with assikalis .Kirron Kher in a bright pink brocade saree ended the show for Gaurang Shah. She was like a magnet of gorgeousness at the Indian Fashion Week! So, if the bride wants to make sure that she is the cynosure of all eyes at her ‘Wedding’, one of the most important occasions of her life then “Chandbali” collection by Gaurang Shah at Lakme Fashion show will create that perfect MAGIC!

“Chandbali” Collection by Gaurang Shah

“Chandbali” Collection by Gaurang Shah

Kirron Kher :Show stopper for Gaurang Shah!

Read More about the previous Lakme Fashion Shows :

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or see the LFW Autumn/Winter 2014!

Fusion Fashion: Indian Trousers at Lakme Fashion Week

Bomber jacket and zippers skilfully presented in a new-age Indian context. That’s what Nupur Kanoi did, giving fashion lovers another taste of her version of fusing sensibilities. On similar lines, you could take a simple kurta and team it with a pair of well fitted Indian trousers. For that bad a** edge, throw on a cool biker jacket over the look. Remember to keep the colour story balanced using similar tones as opposed to a stark colour contrast.

 Fusion fashion is all about telling stories with the way you put a look together. Global Desi’s a/w ’13 showcase presented influences from tribal and gypsies, that were interestingly fused to form a look that is cool and free spirited. Printed indian trousers teamed with embroidered kurti tops can form the base for a fun look. A cool desi-graphic tote, a printed bandana and a pair of shades would add that sense of ‘street chic’.

The indian trousers have proved their versatility once again! At Krishna Mehta‘s winter/festive ’13 show at LFW, we saw model, Candice Pinto working a look that had a flow-y asymmetrical kurta worn over a pair of wide-legged pajamas. You could try to personalize this look with a voluminous flared kurta over a pair of printed palazzos.

See also Lakme Fashion week summer/resort 2014!

Karisma Kapoor Wears Anita Dongre

We have already seen the beautiful Karisma Kapoor wearing high quality Indian designer clothes, like the ones from Vikram Phadnis seen at the Lakme Fashion Week 2013.

The Bollywood celebrity was recently spotted in Anita Dongre at a real estate event in Delhi. She chose a boat-neck tunic paired with churidar and she complemented with a pair of golden Indian earrings.

We loved so much the delicacy of the outfit! She should wear more often Anita Dongre, don’t you think?

Have a look on these fashion trousers!

Picture of the Day: Payal Singhal's Royal Blue Contemporary Dress at LFW A/F '13

It seems like only yesterday that we were being treated to the delights of the Lakmé Fashion Week. Take a look at this incredible creation by Payal Singhal - it certainly didn't escape our attention. Just look at the amazing shade of royal blue which she chose for her design.

Other celebrities?

Bollywood Star Aditi Rao Hydari Walking for Anita Dongre at Lakmé Fashion Week A/F 2013

Lakmé Fashion Week, India's foremost couture week, seems to be only just behind us. One collection which we cannot help but reminisce about is Anita Dongre's Global Desi concept.

The selection of Bollywood star Aditi Rao Hydari was absolutely perfect for the collection, we thought. The famous designer's dress looked absolutely stunning on her.

The New High-street Collection by Anita Dongre

Anita Dongre recently launched AND, her first high-street western inspired label, and followed it up with another, Global Desi, for a chic and ethnic style. Both the brands have been so successful that the designer felt it was the right time to showcase them on a big fashion platform like the Lakme Fashion Week, recently concluded.

AND and Global Desi had indeed a joint show. Global Desi by Anita Dongre showcased a gypsy chic collection inspired by the energy of music festivals, meanwhile, AND took us back to the fashionable ‘70s with flared bottoms, bold prints and solid colours. 

A colourful autumn for everybody!

Picture of the Day: Payal Singhal Show at Lakme Fashion Week

At the last Lakme Fahsion Week W/F 2013, designer Payal Singhal showcased the new collection of sarees and contemporary Indian fashion.

The silhouette in white and gold were enriched by earrings and bracelets of the same tone.

Play with Colours in Payal Singhal!

Talented designer Payal Singhal recently showcased her collection Char Bagh at Lakme Fashion Week W/F 2013. She added a touch of magic to the whole event with her line inspired by the four gardens of Persia. Fine embroidery and bright colours matched the theme: pink and black were used for the natural earthy fabrics, which ranged from silk mul-mul to cotton and crepé.

Our selection of beautiful outfits by Payal Singhal is part of her finest embroidered line of Indian dresses, Indian salwar kameez suits and bridal lehengas.

Play with colours and choose Payal for your special events! 

Picture of the Day: Printed Indian Skirts at LFW A/F 2013

Siddharth Arya's catwalk at the last Lakme Fashion Week was all about prints!

The designer astonished the audience with a mix of tones, from neon green to grey, and with innovative Indian skirts of different lengths and structures.

Cool Indian Trousers Showcased at Lakme Fashion Week

While wondering about the trends for the upcoming season, we realized that black and white are the two colours that cannot miss in every wardrobe. On day 6 of LFW W/F 2013, the Indian designer Reliance Trendz showcased how to mix these two tones with style.

Main characters of this season are trousers: wear them as shorts in black matelassé leather for an evening out, choose long skinny Indian trousers in black for the office, or a model in white leather for going out with your friends.

Be stylish and choose to wear Indian trousers in every occasion!

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