“This is not fashion” by QuirkBox (humorously arty): Lakme Fashion Week S/R’16

With embroidered slogan such as “This is not fashion” and “Art is the new black”, Quirk Box’s French-inspired collection had a strong vintage and relaxed summery flair.

Sneak Peek: Banaras by Mrinalini Gupta: Lakme Fashion Week S/R 2016

Designer Mrinalini Gupta will be presenting her collection titled ‘Banaras’ on March, 31st at the upcoming Lakme Fashion Week S/R 2016 in Mumbai.

My view on John Galliano’s return: Maison Martin Margiela Spring 2015 Couture collection

Now, this is one home coming that all of us were waiting for. Ending his almost four year exile, the disgraced and one of the most admired designers of our time, John Galliano presented his Artisanal Couture Collection for Maison Martin Margiela in London yesterday. The anticipation for this show was so high that it also had a hashtag of its own #MargielaMonday.

‘Surendri’ by Yogesh Chaudhary – ‘The Two Tee Shirts’ - Spring Summer 2014, WIFW

‘The Two Tee Shirts’, yes, that was the title of the Spring Summer 2014 collection offered by Yogesh Chaudhary for his label ‘Surendri’ at the WIFW, New Delhi. The essence of the collection was inspired from The Tee Shirt, easily the most popular clothing item in the world of sports and street fashion consumerism globally. With his finesse in channelling the element of clean ‘Line’, Yogesh succeeded in sending a message that the Tee shirt has more to it rather than a medium of under dressing.

Chanel Spring/Summer 2014: Art in Fashion ???

Karl Lagerfeld has done it again, proving that he is the big daddy of the fashion industry –the ultimate genius and master of showmanship. For Chanel’s spring 2014 show, the designer transformed the iconic Grand Palais into a Chanel modern art gallery with 75 installations designed exclusively for the runway show. The models walked past the backdrop of modern paintings and installations. There were giant Chanel No.5 bottle golden robot, leather chain straps of the signature Chanel handbag and nude mannequin to name a few.

Givenchy Spring 2014: Sensuality & Strength

For Givenchy’s Spring 2014, Riccardo Tisci presented a collection that was high on fluid silhouette and earthy color palette. Choosing to move away from floral and Bambi prints or his signature street style flavour, the collection was inspired by the fragility of Japanese kimono, dramatic draping and jewellery of tribal Africa and even to certain extent elegance of Indian sari.

Lanvin Resort 2014:Opulent yet Minimal

Alber Elbaz presented his glamorous Lanvin Resort 2014 collection look-book, modelled by Julia Nobis and Juliana Schurig. The collection is a beautiful blend of architectural structure, clean lines and opulence that is reminiscent of an Indian Maharaja.

Gold and copper sequined Lamé brocade pieces, boxy tops, paisley prints, slouchy pants, graphic bonded lace shift with a pocket, multilayer tulle full-skirted dress in Neoprene and bejewelled pieces are some of the key pieces and features of this varied offer from Alber.

Atsu Sekhose A/W’13/14 Look Book – Nagaland redefines Hollywood Glamour

Indian Designer Atsu Sekhose presented a super elegant look book for his Autumn Winter 13/14 Collection. The designer, with his roots in the hilly terrains of Nagaland, aesthetically captured the richness of the textiles and indigenous tribal designs to present a collection that oozed every bit of classic yet contemporary Hollywood glamour. Key pieces of the collection are tribal inspired ball gown, cigarette pants, body-con dresses with distinctive Naga patterns, gold embellished sheer gown and dresses, cape with embroidered hornbill, strapless dresses, pencil skirt and full skirts. Black, white and ethnic red completed the colour story of this classy collection.

Bibhu Mohapatra Resort 2014 – (Pondicherry)

Bibhu Mohapatra looked to Pondicherry for his Resort 2014 collection. He was inspired by the ornamental and colonial architecture of the former French colony in Southern India. The feminine collection was high on exquisite medallion prints, embroidery, beautiful pleats, lace and silk. Laser cut leather appliqué, done with utmost precision, perfectly accented this beautiful collection.

Burberry Prorsum Resort 2014 – Sheer Lust

Ladylike & elegant, yes these are the two words that came into my mind when I saw Burberry’s Resort 2014 collection for the first time. Sheer and layering was at its best in this ladylike collection. In-fact with this collection, Christopher actually shows how to wear sheer and look classy.

Fendi Resort 2014 –Sophisticatedly Sporty

Creative directors, Silvia Fendi and Karl Lagerfeld presented a fabulous collection featuring geometric patterns, brilliant patchwork, mosaic-like patterns, stripes and color blocking for Fendi Resort 2014.The loose yet structured  collection has an element of playfulness (Read:Sporty Track-pants) yet distinctive class of its own.

First Look - Givenchy Men’s Pre-Spring 2013 Lookbook – Defining male sexuality

Inspired by men in Favelas, and shot by Mert & Marcus, Riccardo Tisci released the lookbook of Givenchy Pre-Spring 2014 menswear collection.  Starring male model Diego Fragoso and Simone Noboili, the collection mirrors Fall Winter 2013 womenswear collection, featuring   camouflage motifs, florals , flames and oh yes, even Bambi.