Siddarth's Understated Opulence
Siddartha Tytler's ageless ode to fashion titled 'Ambrosia'
gave birth to an exhalation of creativity displaying a variety of silhouettes,
lengths and opulent chic. 'Ambrosia' offered an insight into the journey of
extremes in a color range of orange, lavender, turquoise, copper, matt gold,
powder blues and mint. The creations were presented in satins, georgettes,
lamme, glass nylon and linen. Embroideries in contrasts and tone on tone added
to the finesse of this luxurious collection. Silhouettes were trendy and modern
bringing a good balance to the collection.
Embellishments and effects came through with flowing pleats,
frills, padded corsages set off with crystals. Stitch detailing, appliqud
floral, delicate silk rosettes and effective 'chatai' yokes combined to bring
alive a subtle and oomph look. The color contrasts and proportionate lengths of
the garments, the controlled metallic expression and the vibrant tones combined
with shimmer bring forward the designer's skill to capture the drama of the
night. Siddhartha has meticulously manifested detailing, silhouettes and
embellishments to represent a statement of his design philosophy.
Ranna Gill Presents Mediterranean Beauty
A signature statement for her Spring/Summer '09 collection
in an amalgamation of textures, colours, graphics and ornamentation infused
with different silhouettes, lengths and shapes, is very typical of Ranna Gill.
The figure hugging fabrics gives a sensuous appeal to the
feminine body.
Sexy swim wears are there to flaunt well toned bodies
combined with oversized jewelled embellishments in ruby reds, sapphire blues
and emerald greens. The collection flowed easily from elegant day collection to
sensuous evening dresses in digital prints, balanced mosaic touches and
sunburst placements of colours and panels. Contemporary digitized prints
effortlessly imitate traditional Ikats translated into dresses, shifts and maxi
dresses. Emphasis on necklines, shoulders, empire lines, halters combined with
tapestry weaves juxtaposed with jerseys, velvets, crepes, knits and finely
quilted and corded shapes are a result of Ranna's inspiration from the
Mediterranean landscapes.
Elegance seems to be contrasted with muted colour palette of
teal blue, mustard, off whites, cherry, grape and rose pink. The collection
evokes a perfectionist approach with all key elements obvious in the innovative
ornamentation on the garment.
The evening wears with not so over the top shimmer and
geometric motifs are eclectic piece of art. However, the focus around the neck
and back exhibits the finer nuances of designing.
The Grandest Finale Ever Was Manish Arora's Circus
Voluminous jackets and ruffled skirts in funky hues of
bright pink, blue and green - all crafted by designer Manish Arora - featured
at the truly grand finale of the Spring/Summer edition of the Wills Lifestyle
India Fashion Week on late Sunday night, a show that was an eclectic mix of
style and showbiz. The entire main show area (MSA) was draped in red and a live
band - Bollywood Brass from Britain - belted out Hindi film tunes from one of
the two elevated platforms that had been erected on either side of the T-point
of the runway from where the models entered the runway. A melange of animal
statues was arrayed on the other platform.
So magnificent was the collection and so infectious the
music that a clutch of international buyers stood up and enthusiastically
applauded- and then danced with gay abandon on the ramp - as the show ended.
Rarely, if ever, has such a grand finale been witnessed at the fashion week.
"He is the only one in the world who is unique. The
colours he chooses are very bright. He is the best," gushed Japanese buyer
Tomoko, who is a self-confessed die-hard Arora fan. "Fashion means fun and
fashion means to be different. This is what Manish presented today," said
Vittorio Radice, a buyer from upmarket Italian fashion outlet laRinascente. "His
collection is not just meant for domestic buyers. This will be a big hit
internationally," Radice added.
