Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014 opened with the fabulous INIFD Gen Next show, which presented the creative and innovative collections by six talented designers. Each season the Gen Next show has been the most eagerly awaited display with the new designers making waves in the business through several fashion houses.
ANUJ BHUTANI – REINVENTING MEN'S WEAR
For his label "Reboot" Anuj Bhutani's collection was a perfect offering of winter dressing for men. Tailored deconstruction was the highlight of the garments with hints of unisex styling for the trendy New Age man.
Inspired by the 1960’s English sub-culture called "Teddy Boys" the collection; aimed at reconstructing men's wear with subtle influences and discreet detailing. Men's wear never looked more interesting with shades of royal blue, smoky grey, urban, olive and sand with interesting geometrical thread work in forms of twisted yarn as well as screen prints, surface texturing and graphic block prints.
Zippers were the cynosure of attraction but appeared mid centre at the back of garments. Blousons, one-button shawl collar jacket, parka with trousers, unstructured, soft, long coats and kurtas with jackets added to the style and construction of the collection. The final loosely belted trench coat with printed back flap worn with comfy trousers completed the look.
Stylish, relaxed and reinvented men’s wear from Anuj Bhutani showed a practical wearable line that men will love to sport from dawn to dusk.
Pictures of the Event:
Designer Dhruv Kapoor
Designer Anuj Bhutani
Designer Arunima Majhi
Kristy De Cunha
Designer Neha Agarwal
Surbhi Shekhar
Dhruv Kapoor
Dhruv Kapoor
Surbhi Shekhar
Surbhi Shekhar
Anuj Bhutani
Anuj Bhutani
Arunima Majhi
Arunima Majhi
Kristy De Cunha
Kristy De Cunha
Neha Agarwal
ARUNIMA MAJHI – UNDERSTATED SENSUOUS BEAUTY
Presenting a fascinating woman's evening wear collection, Arunima Majhi gave it a seductive title "Venus Fly Trap". Aimed at the buyer who dares to be the centre of attraction, but is also sensuous like Mata Hari and a silent warrior; the look was edgy with an understated line of beauty like the carnivorous plant it was named after.
Starting with a pale pink looped cut-out mini, she followed it with a shaded midi in pink. A slim leather skirt was topped with cute blouse; tailcoat bolero with pants and a wrap leather skirt worn with an extended shoulder top were eye-catching. Shoulder flaps appeared for a printed/plain jumpsuit, while a mini trapeze top and layered pencil skirt gave a new dimension to stylish women's wear. The printed wrap jumpsuit with rear cascade was the final offering from the designer, which matched the theme perfectly.
Colour, large doses of style, some innovative detailing came together
seamlessly for a great fashion statement from Arunima Majhi who aimed at
understated, but impressive elegance.
DHRUV KAPOOR – THE RAW BOLD LOOK
With a master's degree in Fashion Design for women's wear from the Marangoni Institute, Italy, Dhruv Kapoor’s collection was for the raw and bold nature in a fashionable woman. Using technology to develop fabrics, prints and embroidery, Dhruv's creations had an intelligent aggressiveness that men and women will appreciate in their garments.
Showing a collection of men's and women's wear featuring relaxed pea coats, slacks, "A" line skirts and boxy shirts the eight garments were a blend of smudgy prints, sheer and wool with a hint of fur as detailing for a top with loose pants. Bringing in some formal wear there was a flared printed skirt with shimmer and a black mesh cover over white shirt dress again, sparkling with sequins.
Zippers were the focal point of the slouchy creations with digital and 3D prints adding to the trendy look for the shades of black, white, grey and pale pink.
These were clothes that spoke a language of the raw bold look and Dhruv Kapoor's collection was a winner that will surely be "Game Set Match" for the buyers.
KRISTY DE CUNHA – HOMAGE TO AN ARTIST
Called "La Casa Azul" (The Blue House) Kristy De Cunha's collection paid homage to artist Frieda Kahlo and her unborn child. Depicting the raw emotions of the artist, through her garments, Kristy had bold prints with vibrant colours that will enable women to present a striking fashion statement.
Dramatic garment construction and a raw earthy appeal made the creations eye catching. The blue will-power gown with a peplum waist was splashed with images of the artist and one of the highlights of the show. Neons, lots of shades of blue and intense colourful drama caused a sensation on the ramp with Kristy’s creative garments.
A blue mini with giant rose applique was actually a quilted cape dress. Bell sleeves appeared for wrapped tops and a giant tent with slits for hands was a canvas for Kristy as she paid tribute to Kahlo's work. A crinoline skirt was worn with lime neon top, empire waist boxy gown looked feminine with bell sleeves, satin printed jacket with white printed skirt and the bell sleeved multi print gown, were a riot of colour and edgy fashion.
For fashion with an artistic palette on garments, "La Casa Azul" by Kristy De Cunha will thrill art lovers as well as fashionistas.
NEHA AGARWAL – TRIBAL INSPIRATION
Inspired by the primitive culture of the Ethiopian Mursi Tribe, Neha Agarwal’s collection called "Niola Doa" epitomised a dark imposing impact on the ramp. From her label NEZ, Neha offered a range that was flamboyant yet eccentric with structured moulding and handmade texturing adding to the stunning impact of the garments. Hints of gothic designs appeared in a stringy backless gown ideal for a Red Carpet entry.
Opening the show with a black leather body suit with interesting fabric
detailing in orange, the collection moved to woven embroidered strips for
impressive creations, long exotic gowns with extended shoulders and low backs.
Suede, organza, textured jute and linen were cleverly added to the garments in
sombre shades to reveal styles that will appeal to the deep dark psyche of
women’s alter ego.
Mention has to be made of the dramatic head gear that was as outstanding as the
garments and gave the collection that over-the-top appeal and a marked Gothic
vibe of dark fantasies.
Go for the "Niola Doa' look for the coming season, recommends Neha Agarwal to women who want Power Dressing with a mystical dramatic appeal.
SURBHI SHEKHAR – HIGH OCTANE FORMAL WEAR
Inspired by Fever Ray, the lead vocalist of The Knife, Surbhi Shekhar's collection had bold silhouettes, elegant moulded separates and ultra-feminine but feline styles. Evoking at times a mix of ritualistic visions of witch craft, the collection had that high octane creativity that will make ideal formal wear.
Opening with a sheer long hoodie over skirt, the subtle palette had maroon, grey, rust and black for the line of draped skirts with sleek jackets, satin toga in ombre brown, sheer palazzos, edgy wrap tops and dresses, while the final black silk flowing gown added to the very formal look of the collection.
Detailing appeared in the form of delicate appliques, tucks and minute thread work with lots of asymmetric styling and drapes. Shoes by Reliance footwear added the right accessory for the show. For a dreamy feminine line of separates, Surbhi Shekhar's creations had all the right ingredients to set the mood.
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