From young designers presenting their unique sense of style and ushering freshness in Indian fashion to veterans like Varun Bahl whose festive collection for fall 2023 showcased the beauty of nature, it had everything. Photo Courtesy; Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI 2023
The first day of Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI 2023 has successfully set the right tone for the week. From young designers presenting their unique sense of style and ushering freshness in Indian fashion to veterans like Varun Bahl whose festive collection for fall 2023 showcased the beauty of nature through his designs, the first day of this fashion event was quite a sight for fashion enthusiasts.
On day two, sustainable fashion will take centre stage. Amita Gupta will open the day with her collection that weaves sustainability and fashion to create stunning designs. âThe age of Urban Reforestation' draws inspiration from the beautiful harmony between nature and human beings. Gupta aims to capture the essence of this harmonious relationship through motif designs, incorporating elements such as organic textures, earthy tones, and fluid silhouettes.
Next, Swati Kapoor's âSahara' is a bohemian and eclectic take on the grandeur and vastness of the largest hot desert in the world situated on the African continent. The collection is a cultural celebration of countries like Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Mali, Morocco and others that the Sahara covers.
Kapoor's collection will be followed by Kaveri, who presents a delicate new offering, âThe Romance of the Rose: An Affair to Remember.' This collection is borne from handcrafted finesse, with imprints of the mysterious rose, embossed in time Using a medley of techniques and unique innovations of sculpted linen, this collection is an exquisite diorama in fine linen and silk.
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Further, âGulaal' by Swati Vijayvargie will showcase the essence of India's artisanal heritage and values. Every piece in the collection narrates a tale woven with vibrant hues, intricate motifs, and the heartbeat of India's diverse culture, architecture, and natural beauty.
The day will also bring the audience Goan beauty by Verandah's âAnjuna'. Famed for its black rock beach, music and flea market, Goa's Anjuna has less discovered tropical glory that this collection aims to bring to light. In colours of brick and coral juxtaposed against the lush greens and blue azulejos tile work, these signature hand-painted prints depict the beauty of the old homes, something tourists in India tend to miss, in search of Goa's sunny beaches.
The next collection to be showcased is titled âMilan' by Ka-Sha. The collection requires into foundations built on individuality, through different elements coming together to play their own part in absolute synergy; creating an effect greater than the sum of its parts.
Abraham and Thakore's collection âBody Language' is indeed interesting. The collection, which is largely black and white, numbers sit beside alphabets, which make friends with symbols, to form a syncretic language of their own. The result is a striking collection where playful typography is at the core. This theme is explored through the meticulous craftsmanship of ikat, ajrakh, brocades, badla, sequin, and fine laser cut work.
11:11/eleven eleven, through its collection âHand Spun' is celebrating 15 years of showcasing India's indigenous practices on a global platform. 11.11 goes back to the very foundational principles of textile making, presenting a collection that meditates on the essential act of hand spinning.
Payal Pratap's âThe Soft Parade' will mark the end of the second day. The collection is an ode to the rich craft of Gujarat's Kutch region, adapted in a modern context. Handwoven khadi cotton and handloom linens, woven stripes, chambray weaves, silks, chanderis and bandhani prints on silk make up the fabric foundation of this collection. It has also extensively explored patchwork in modern and abstract nature motifs. Handmade footwear with bandhani brogue patterns and semi-precious stone jewellery accessorise the collection to complete the look.
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