Satya Paul's Nine Yards of Elegance
Satya Paul lives up to every ones expectation while presenting
SATYA - a collection of evening sarees and dresses replete with bold prints,
graphics and sparkling embellishments. Flowing crepes and georgettes have been
used for well-draped sarees, which illustrate digitally printed bold graphic
abstract and geometric motifs.
The colour palette has shades of cool blues and ocean greens
as well as a range of spicy hues including warm browns, burgundy reds and
chilly red besides vibrant oranges. Colour combination of black with sand has
been highlighted with random sequin work for a glamorous limelight appeal.
A range of black outfits, which has been embellished with
contrasting silver sequin represent a modern Indian wear through randomly and
spontaneously placed bold print motifs.
The flowing sarees coordinated with small bustier-like tops
and mini cholis, some with transparent sleeves, exudes elegance. Transparent
materials are also used to create see through leggings and churidars, which has
been suggested to be worn with straight cut tunic dresses. SATYA is a
collection that represents contemporary Indian festive wear at its best.
Preeti Kapoor's Expresses Volumes
An amalgamation of tastefully combined silhouettes and
beautifully spaced out colour palette was Preeti S Kapoor's offering. The
cynosure of designs befittingly holds an aura in the intricate finesse of
multihued jamevar inspired surface ornamentation. A riot of colours ranging
from forest blacks, steel greys, enchanting purples to reds, cobalt blues, mass
greens and passionate pinks juxtaposed cleverly with translucent and edgy
silhouettes.
The look of the collection was extremely festive, dressy and
ultra feminine. Ethnic sensibilities fused with just the right amount of
embellishment with golden shimmer and subtle threadwork. Symmetrical detailing
and proportionate placements of embroideries displayed Preeti's expression and
translation of a vision inspired by Victorian elegance as it spoke of a poet's
rendition via paint brush.
The overall feel of the range was very pleasing to the eye,
well focused, chic and exuded immaculate style as it also made one nostalgic
about the 70's era. The range comprised a very wearable mix of sarees with well
cut blouses and cholis, short tunics coordinated with churidars, and gorgeous
stoles - all of which could be a healthy addition to a wedding trousseau and
also go well as an evening ensemble. Complementing the 'Art Boulevard'
collection was a sleek, pristine look reflecting a penultimate feel and
expressing volumes of the designer's creative sensibilities.
Ashii's Collection Represented Functional Fashion
Ashima Singh making a debut with her label Ashii in the WIFW
Spring/Summer '09 has presented a unique collection, which is urban, chic and
is complete with contemporary styles. The silhouettes mainly included caftans,
wide legged pants, short shift dresses and maxi dresses. She has taken a keen
interest in adding wearablity and commercial aspects in each ensemble of her
collection.
The collection clearly shows that she has taken inspiration
from nature especially for the surface ornamentation. It has been used most
economically minimalistic with a trendy flavour, which is easy to execute and
has a very fresh appeal.
The playful use of young colours like shell beige, moss
green, angel pink, piistachio greens and whites give the collection a young
feel to it. The fabric story unfolds with nets, chiffons and georgettes, being
designed with perfection. The fabrics have been developed with complex weaves
to add textures. The ensembles have value additions with metal chains and
sequins. The collection has a wearable chic look with interesting detailing
like pleated shorts and butterfly knots at the front. The black ensembles add a
hint of festivity to the young and bright collection. The soft printed dress is
adding sensuality to the whole look.
