A dual-city annual grand soiree (Delhi and Mumbai), the July chapter just wrapped up in the capital city with a five-day spectacular showcase of what India does best -- ethnic couture @ The Grand, Vasant Kunj. With dewy-eyed plans of organising my own wedding hopefully sometime soon, I am ever fascinated by the level of fantasy, hours of hand-labour, and an abundance of daintiness Indian couture garments incorporate. Irrespective of whether any of it adheres to your personal sense of style or not, one cannot help but be mesmerised by the grandeur of it all, and the visual-sensory impact these ensembles invoke.
Day one of the show had master craftsman JJ Valaya kicking off the event, within opulent sets designed by installation artist Sumant Jayakrishnan. The set brought to life indeed, what one might presume the aura of a royal court shall seem like, and the collection aptly titled
The Maharaja of Madrid played muse to crafted cupolas, stunning arches, and even boats! Kabir Bedi and the very beautiful Kangana Ranaut walked the ramped as show-stoppers.
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| JJ Valaya, India Bridal Fashion Week 2013 |
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| Valaya with showstoppers Kabir Bedi and Kangana Ranaut |
Asymmetric hemlines, an overload of chenille, stand-out 'bootas' and a leaning towards Pakistani silhouettes describe the ensembles, yet I am still wondering a little about the Spanish influences in the collection besides the obvious art-forms.
Day one's second serving was by duo Shantanu and Nikhil, presenting their flair for laces, luxe and everything lavish in the form of beautiful gowns, in a collection titled
To Die For. Evident was the incorporation of heavy Baroque influences within styles that define the new-age contemporary bride. Loads of drapes, focused embellishments, and layering could be seen at play enthusing romantic vibes that capture feminine essence.
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| Shantanu & Nikhil, India Bridal Fashion Week 2013 |
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