Actor Sobhita Dhulipala raised the glam quotient with her showstopper look at designer Rimzim Dadu's show on day 7 of India Couture Week 2024.
The 'Made in Heaven' star strutted down the ramp in an ivory ensemble. She looked stunning in an off-shoulder bralette that she paired with a glittery ivory fringe skirt with a floor-length hemline. Her outfit is inspired by an ostrich's flamboyance.
Drawing from Baroque architecture’s ornate and theatrical elements, the collection explored historical luxury through contemporary designs synonymous with the label.
Dadu’s use of experimental textiles and advanced techniques transforms traditional motifs into modern masterpieces.
The collection also honors Dadu’s 18-year journey by revisiting and reinventing some of her earliest creations, showcasing her studio, affectionately known as “the Lab,” as a hub for ongoing textile and surface experimentation.
Utilizing metallic yarns, steel wires, and traditional zardozi, the collection exemplifies Dadu’s exploration of materials. Each garment intricately incorporates Baroque carvings and gilded details, creating a tactile experience that mirrors the luminosity of Baroque interiors.
Tarun Tahiliani, who faced a major hurdle during his show, presented the ‘Otherworldly’ collection twice.
For far too long, Indian fashion has been constrained by the notion that couture means discomfort. The new collection broke those shackles, allowing women to wear couture while being supremely comfortable.
It featured a variety of silhouettes designed to offer both elegance and ease. Flowing lehengas with lightweight fabrics, intricately draped sarees, and structured bodices were crafted to move with the wearer.
Each piece balanced being risqué yet safe, revealing yet never vulgar, playful yet serious. The designs aimed for a modern yet timeless sense of self, avoiding the ostentation of nouveau fashion.
Traditional crafts like Kashidakar, Mukaish, and Chikankari were reimagined through a contemporary lens.
The collection incorporated Swarovski crystals and hand embroidery with aari and zardozi, blending the old with the new.
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