[tab:Feed]Passionate ode Urvashi Kaur emphasizes the element of fluidity in her Spring Summer 2012 collection. By using knits and hosiery surfaces, she celebrates sense of freedom for the contemporary woman. The collection combines refined constructed silhouettes with free drapes—a feature that is very much indigenous when slightly twisted and exudes …
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Kavita Bhartia at WIFW S/S 12
[tab:Feed] INDO-BOHEMIAN FLAIR Rajasthani folk singers welcomed the audience at Kavita Bhartia’s Spring Summer 2012 show, which had a strong bohemian flavor. The fashion designer was inspired by the unique visual of a kaleidoscope. Chiffons and silks in opulent tones of formica blue, porcelain green, misty jade and rose pinks …
Read More »Ankur and Priyanka Modi at WIFW S/S12
[tab:Feed]Scarlet and Prussian Designer duo Ankur and Priyanka Modi created a range of chic and sophisticated flouncy dresses in eye-popping scarlet red and prussian blue that were swinging and bouncing their way down the ramp. A beige satin jumpsuit with notched collar and gathered sleeves inaugurated the show followed by …
Read More »Namrata Joshipura at WIFW S/S 12
[tab:Feed]Life on a fast lane Namrata Joshipura for Spring Summer 2012 takes us close to the grey-city culture. The rigid forms are highlighted in metallic shades. These textures are very well portrayed through embellishments that appear realistic and almost alive. The shapes are modernistic, ranging from backless lapel jackets to …
Read More »Manish Gupta outfit at WIFW S/S 12
[tab:Feed] Structured Yet Fluid The designer was inspired by ‘Valley of Flowers’ where each garment was a play of craft, elegance, art and colours. Bead work, buttons, laces, tapes, silk threads and varied yarns were embellished in muted colour scheme of ivory with hints of vibrant yellow, orange, turquoise, lime, …
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