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Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week
Spring Summer 2013
SHOW SCHEDULE
October 6 - 10, 2012, Hall Number 18,
Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
Day 2, Sunday – October 7, 2012
2:00 PM Surbhi Chawla, Khushi Z, Taniya Khanuja, Schön by Sakshee
Pradhan MSA 2
3:15 PM Samant Chauhan, Anaikka – Kanika Saluja Choudhry MSA 1
4:30 PM am:pm by Ankur & Priyanka Modi, Dev r Nil MSA 2
5:45 PM Kavita Bhartia MSA 1
7:00 PM Rajesh Pratap Singh MSA 2
8:15 PM James Ferreira MSA 1
9:30 PM Manish Malhotra MSA 2
Day 3, Monday – October 8, 2012
2:00 PM Bhanuni by Jyoti Sharma, Dozakh by Kartikeya & Isha,
Nalandda MSA 2
3:15 PM Gaurav & Ritika, Divyam Mehta, Manish Gupta MSA 1
4:30 PM
5:45 PM
7:00 PM
8:15 PM
9:30 PM
Anupamaa by Anupama Dayal, Nachiket Barve MSA 2
Alpana & Neeraj, Rishta by Arjun MSA 1
Rahul Mishra MSA 2
Gaurav Gupta MSA 1
Namrata Joshipura MSA 2
Day 4, Tuesday – October 9, 2012
2:00 PM Abhi Singh, Preeti Jhawar, Prerna Bharadwaj, Rahul Singh
MSA 2
3:15 PM Prama by Pratima Pandey, Ritesh Kumar, Vaishali S MSA 1
4:30 PM Kallol Datta 1955, Anand Bhushan, ‘my village’ by Rimzim
Dadu MSA 2
5:45 PM Péro by Aneeth Arora, Vineet Bahl MSA 1
7:00 PM Gauri & Nainika, Malini Ramani MSA 2
8:15 PM Ashish N Soni MSA 1
9:30 PM Fiama Di Wills presents Ranna Gill MSA 2
Day 5, Wednesday – October 10, 2012
2:00 PM Raj Shroff, Virtues by Viral, Ashish & Vikrant MSA 2
3:15 PM Jenjum Gadi, Pia Pauro, Shivan & Narresh MSA 1
4:30 PM Charu Parashar, Rajdeep Ranawat, Soltee by Sulakshana
MSA 2
5:45 PM Hemant & Nandita, Joy Mitra, Nida Mahmood MSA 1
9:30 PM Wills Lifestyle Grand Finale by Ritu Kumar MSA 2
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Deccan love story
A
nand Kabra’s Spring Summer 2013
collection drew inspiration from
Taramati, a beautiful courtesan,
accomplished singer and dancer who
overwhelmed in the court of her beloved
Sultan – Abdullah Qutub, 7th Sultan of
Golconda in 17th century. Just like the delicate
voice of Taramati, Anand Kabra’s garments
gently floated down the ramp as delicate
as the breeze, drawing inspiration from the
terrace garden and baradari where her
legend remains.
The first segment of the show was
all about asymmetric silhouettes and
quirky cuts in light weight summery fabrics ranging from
silk, georgette, chiffon, cotton and Malkha in solid tones of
lime, ivory, ‘kohl’ black and ‘alta’ red. A colour blocked dress
with pleated skirt opened the show followed by asymmetric
tunics with mandarin collar. Fitted tops were paired with cowl
trousers in contrast to A-line tunics teamed with fitted trousers.
The inlay pattern, ‘jali’ pattens and fragmented mosaics
of the baradari were translated into intricate
Anand Kabra’s
zardozi, beadwork and beaten metal embroidery
garments gently
embellishment details. The latter half of the show
floated down
witnessed more ethnic silhouettes with surface
the ramp as
delicate as the
details in collars and hemlines. Anand Kabra’s
breeze
garments were brought to life through art and
Anand Kabra
Parish Threshold
P
ayal Pratap introduces us to a neo- inventive woman, who portrays
a confident image for the Spring Summer 2013. Her imagination
presents the traditional concept in yet another form where sense
of geometry plays a vital role. The shapes were primary, and combine
a burst of warm colours. Silhouettes were Indian, incorporating
various elements like pleats and layering in minimalistic forms.
Hemlines definitely added a great dimension by being experimental
throughout. Waistlines were higher and
accentuated.
Along with 2 dimensional patterns,
the broaches stood out beautifully.
Waistcoats were teamed well with
anarkalis and sarees. The skirts were
combined with anarkali shapes giving out
a great dimension. Yokes were squarish,
and added a modernistic feel.
The palette moved from pink
and orange to fuscia and purple. The
designers sense of color saw floral
patterns concocted smartly on solid
bases. The sleeker belts were
presented in knotted format.
The shapes were lengthier
The palette
and voluminous. Tops with flairy hems were
moved from
pink and orange
teamed with brighter sarees. Sleeves were
to fuscia and
made with a narrow feel. Even ornaments
purple
looked inspired from traditional colour schemes
in everyday life belonging to a village with a
Payal Pratap
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North East affair
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D
esigner duo Paras & Shalini has uttered a delicious and fresh
look by amalgamating contemporary silhouettes with rich
traditional techniques and surface details for the season
ahead. The woman at Geisha Designs is passionate and beautiful
globetrotter whose contemporary wardrobe is garnished with
traditional handicrafts. The collection recited a tale of garden
party set in an Edwardian era with influences of
other cultures to create a neat and fresh look.
A wide range of soft silk tulle, lace,
luxurious lightweight chiffons, foiled jerseys,
soft nets, georgettes were elegantly draped
to create an opulent evening look. The first
segment of the collection predominantly
featured an earthy colour palette followed
by duster coats, stripe suit set and capes in
delicious corals and fuchsias. Art Nouveau
influence was seen in latter half of the show
in rich golden embroidery on nets, tulles
and lace, singing in glory of the feminine
romanticism. Mermaid silhouettes, circular
skirts and capes added a modern
charm to this look.
The collection
The collection was
recited a tale
completed
by delightful
of garden
party set in an
surface ornamentation including fabric weaves, gold
Edwardian era
ornamentation and occasional fringes adding an
element of kinematics.
The garden party of Spring Summer 2013 was utterly
A
tsu Sekhose, for his Spring Summer
2013 collection, showcased a
retrospective journey to his abode.
The inspirations were spread over diverse
surfaces ranging from leather to wovens.
The designer paid a hearty tribute to his
homeland. The colour palette was a mix
of red, white and black, and progressed to
tropical and tribal shades. The collars and
necklines had an experimental feel to it with
contrast detailing.
Yokes in layered and printed pattern
created a definitive chemistry for a
woman who could be from varied
demographics. This woman could
walk on the streets of Nagaland and
New York with the same confidence.
The silhouettes were formal and
experimental. Colour bands in horizontal, vertical
and diagonal format gave a fresh appeal. Metal zips
on the sleeker back yoke and cape sleeves were
sensuously attractive.
The
inspirations
Digital python prints were combined with
were spread
solids on tops, skirts and pants. Men’s line had
over diverse
miniature print in black and white all over. The
surfaces ranging
from leather to
tribal touch was vitally portrayed with macramé
North East
Show by Atsu
Sekhose
Geisha Designs by
Paras & Shalini
wovens
Feverish accents
S
urily for the Spring Summer 2013 brought alive ‘FEVER’—that’s
the name of her collection. Her silhouette and colour palette
depicted a passionate approach to the young and frolicsome
fashion. The backdrop was neon lit with similar patterns spread over
the ensembles at the right places.
Metallic colours were spread all over. Yokes, cuffs and
plackets looked astounding. The shapes were ultra modern. Halters
were teamed with hot pants, snug short skirts played with yellows
and greens. There were fringes in tie and dye
design.
The prints were angular following
different colour schemes – Orange was
combined with brown, while blue was
teamed with pink. Beige ruled as the
basic surface colour. The silhouettes
were on resort lines, where bikini
tops were teamed with loose flowy
larger shapes. Metallic pink clearly
stood out. Cuts and slits were
strategically placed, highlighted
with contrast piping. Layers
and ruching in solid pink and
orange formed a great
shape. Also, pink and
Beige
orange were arranged together to look like family.
ruled as
the basic
The hems were asymmetric and eye-catching.
surface
Aqua blue, dry pink and green on crossover dress
colour
and layered petals depicted the designer’s ability as an
innovator, who has the ability to think out of the box.
Surily
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Edwardian Nomad
Across the Asia
K
itan Uttam Ghosh’s Spring Summer 2013 collection draws
muse from the Middle East, the Orient and India, giving the
show a strong Asian mood – one of the biggest global trends
for the season ahead. The collection had masculine cuts juxtaposed
with underlying femininity. Fostering into
the concept of androgyny, the garments had
asymmetric necklines and layers glorifying
the designer’s outstanding eye for patterns
and cuts.
Plenty of summery sheer fabrics in block
hues of charcoal, ivory, orange,
lime, mint and metallic shades of
gold, silver, teal were crafted into
delicate yet edgy silhouettes with the
designer’s signature layering of sheer
and opaque fabrics. Metallic surface
embroidery and print blocked fabrics
were fairly used on a wide range
of silhouettes including basic shift
dresses, kaftans, angarakhas, shirts,
pajamas, kurta dresses, sarong-saree,
multilevel jackets, long column dresses, couture bum
bags, skinny cigarette fit trousers and roomy wide-leg
trousers. The models were elegantly styled with kolhapuri
The collection
wedges in nude camel leather and natural woodwork.
had masculine
cuts juxtaposed
Apart from the intricate surfaces, the detailing extended
with
underlying
to delicate pleats on sarees and trousers, patch work pockets
femininity
in salwar trousers and hand embroidery in bum bags.
Kiran Uttam Ghosh
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Ceremonial Delight
reviews - Indo dutch fashion collaboration
Dramatic climax
T
he celebrated
European couturier
sent out thick layers
of gigantic chiffon ruffles,
plenty of sequins and
metallic golden
embellishments
as models
walked on
Jan Taminiau
what seemed
like almost 9”
skyscraper heels, which became
the much talked-about aspect after
the show. A mini-draped dress with
multi-hued pringle diamonds opened
the show followed by jackets with
gigantic ruffles. Sequinned trench
coats, red jumpsuit with golden
embellishments in shoulders and
cropped bolero with notch collar were
received with a thunderous round of
applause by the crowd. Jan Taminiau’s
couture aesthetics had truly lit-up the ambience
with drama and glamour.
P
oonam Bhagat weaves a
dramatic chemistry for Spring
Summer 2013. Her inspiration
revolves around the regions of
Samarkand, Tashkent and Bukhara.
The colours ranged from blacks,
off-whites to reds. The motifs were
bolder keeping red as the centre. The
yokes were appliquéd in contrast
colour schemes. Fabrics were mainly
rich silks ranging from chanderi to
cotton blends. Poonam cleverly
picked Indian dreamy silhouettes.
Pleats were strategically placed
at the important areas. The prints
were nature inspired in floral forms.
The smaller motifs were placed in groups and border
format, which at times sat on the hemlines and travelled
all through the garments in an aesthetic manner. Mesh
yoke made with metallic threads looked classic. The waist
was accentuated with thinner fabric belts.
The colour palette slowly graduated to
Her inspiration
greens and pinks. Colour blocking in different
revolves around
the regions of
patterns and shapes made the collection truly
Samarkand,
outstanding. The multiple string neckpieces in
Tashkent and
solid colours coordinated playfully with the entire
Bukhara
Taika by
Poonam Bhagat
R
ohit Gandhi and
Rahul Khanna
brought the
galaxy of stars on earth
with their ravishing collection. The
arrangement of metallic sequins in silver
and gunmetal shades was thrown over on peach and
grey surfaces. There was a clean sense of geometry at
play. This seasoned designer duo is known for amazing
construction techniques
and appliqués. The feel of
the collection was definitely
western. Degrade pattern of
sequins at times accentuated
areas of importance. The palette
varied from grey, black and
Rohit Gandhi +
peaches, while hemlines and
front panels were asymmetric.
Rahul Khanna
Bejewelled!
S
Nautical Journey
‘O
cean Oriente’ by Wendell Rodricks for Spring Summer
2013 recites the tale of an imaginary journey in the 18th
century that begins in Goa and ends in Shanghai via
the Malacca Strait and Macao. The first series of garments
drew inspiration from Goan clothing, reinventing the kashti
loin cloth and the Pano Bhaju. A silver sequinned bikini
top and kashti opened the show followed by shimmery
dresses and tunics inspired from Pano
Bhaju with oodles of sequins in sheer
light weight organza, silk satin and
georgette in pastel tones of egg blue,
ice grey, beige, ivory, blush pink, egg
yolk yellow and tobacco. The theme
story later moved to Ceylone and
the Malacca strait featuring plenty
of plunging backs and thigh high slits
in trademark pastel colour palette.
Menswear at Wendell Rodricks featured
minimalist jackets in cool tones of blues
and mint teamed with lungi-inspired wrap
around ensembles. The latter series of
garments drew oriental inspiration as
the garments sailed into Shanghai
Menswear
at Wendell
harbour at dawn. The eleven evening ensembles reflected
Rodricks featured
the glory of the Imperial Chinese court.
minimalist jackets
in cool tones of
Minimalist silhouettes predominantly draped in block
blues and mint
pastel tones with play of see-thru trend and sequins gave
Wendell Rodricks
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Chic-ometry
uneet Verma’s models,
clad in embellished
turbans with feathers,
looked opulent in singing to the
glory of the rich Indian textile art
and craftsmanship. The fashion
designer reworked on the basic
Suneet Verma saree converting it
into a chic cocktail
dress. Garments carried oodles of glittery
sequins in lehangas, short layered dresses
and draped ensembles. The latter half
of the show, featuring his creations
along with Dutch designer Jan Taminiau,
had frayed edges with heavy golden
embellishments and sequinned fringes
as models walked to the stunning beats,
mixed by DJs Joost Van Bellen and
Sander Stenger of Star Studded Studio.
The show witnessed collaboration of not
just designers but also a culmination of talent in terms
of hair and make-up by Ellis Faas, Ambika Pillai and
photographer Peter Stigter.
Anarchic
Romance
D
utch designer
couple Diederik
Verbakel and Marieke
Holthuislabel—DIED—
portrays anarchist attitude.
The collection brought the youth
statement loud and right in the face. The prints were
abstract in shades of grey and black on white base. There
were caricatured faces, which were large and life-like. The
fabrics were a gamut of flowy sensuous surfaces, which
were constructed in asymmetrical patterns. The duo
brought about an artistic feel to
their collection. The techniques
were very strong in terms of
ingenuity. Fabrics were hand
painted and embroidered as if
they were sketched manually.
The overall feel was personal
and original.
*DIED*
FDCI
presented the first
edition of the Dutch
Fashion Here &
Now India fashion
collaboration
program collection
which was unveiled
on day one at the
WIFW SS’ 13
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the people
Fashion ETC.
‘The energy
is just insane’ ‘My passion
is to revive
Ambika Pillai speaks about her experience
over the years at WIFW, and about
working with her daughter, Kavita.
How has it been working in the Indian fashion
industry for so many years?
My journey has been very exciting, and it’s been very
uplifting to be able to work with so many excellent designers over the years.
How has your experience been at WIFW?
In a word- Crazy! I have been one of the people
who have been working at this event since its very
beginning, and I have to say that I love it here! The
energy is just insane.
‘My mother can be strict’
Kavita Pillai, is very excited to be working at WIFW SS’13. Kavita, who recently did
the make-up for Rohit Bal’s show for Rolls
Royce, says while its always great working
with her mom Ambika Pillai, she can be a
little strict. But Kavita isn’t complaining,
because in her words, she’s being ‘trained
by the best’!
Who all are the designers who really get your
creative juices flowing?
Manish Arora, Rohit Bal and Rajesh Pratap Singh have
always brought out the best of my creativity. From the
new and upcoming lot, I have enjoyed designing makeup looks for Pankaj and Nidhi and Namrata Joshipura.
Give us some tips for make-up trends
this season.
It’s all about the lips and nails this summer! Colours
like shocking pink and bright orange are trendy this season. Go bright and juicy with pinks and crimson red, or
sexy and mysterious with navy blue and deep plum!
Indian textiles’
Madhu Jain
speaks about
her collection
which showcases
the traditional
weaving
techniques
of Ikkat from
Andhra Pradesh,
Orissa and
Uzbekistan.
What are the highlights of your
collection?
My collection is all about bringing Indian textiles into the spotlight, with the use of traditional
Ikkat incorporated into Indian silhouettes. The
colour palette has something for everyone, ranging from vibrant combinations of red, black and
white to shades of olive, green and yellow.
Why have you used Ikkat from three
different regions?
Model
Speak
‘Don’t follow
trends blindly’
Nethra Raghuraman talks
about her experience at
WIFW and her secrets to
staying fit
How has your experience been at WIFW?
WIFW is a huge platform, with very warm and
wonderful set of people working here, and it’s almost like a family! I love walking the ramp for designers like Tarun Tahiliani, Sabyasachi, Kallol Dutta, and Namrata Joshipura.
Each of these regions has a different treatment of Ikkat. In India, Andhra Pradhesh and
Orissa use more traditional motifs, while the Ikkat which comes from Uzbekistan, is more bold
and abstract.
What are the standout pieces from your
collection we should look out for?
There is a long tunic with half of it covered
with black and white Ikkat checks with orange
trims. There is also a vibrant red Indian ensemble featuring Ikkat woven into a large replication
of the Jagannath Temple and the Geet Govind
script of Orissa. Also watch out for a stunning
ensemble of Moroccan trousers and a tunic featuring Uzbekistani Ikkat.
How do you feel about being at WIFW for
the third time?
What is your fitness mantra and how do you
stay healthy?
Even though I am not currently going to the
gym, I exercise and work out regularly. I eat healthy
and alternate between cardio and body-resistant
exercises
I feel great! My designs have always been
about showcasing Indian textiles, and WIFW is
an excellent platform to spread awareness about
the same. Being a part of WIFW has always been
a wonderful experience.
What regime do you follow for your skin care
and hair care?
Tell us about your long journey in the
fields of fashion and textiles?
Less is best, and I try to be as make-up free as
possible to let my skin breathe. And my golden
rule is no matter what; never ever go to bed with
makeup on!
What is the secret to great hair?
I think the texture of one’s hair depends a lot on
their genes, but a good way to take care of it is to
go for hair spas and hair treatments every once in
a while.
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Share some style tips with our readers.
Pick up trends from fashion but don’t follow
them blindly- wear what suits you, not just what
is in this season!
My journey has been long and enriching, and
my passion has always been rooted in reviving
Indian textiles. Project M with Milind Soman has
been an important tool to revive interest in Indian crafts and textiles. Our achievements have included being the official Style and Design partner
of Miss India Worldwide 2009. A highlight of my
career has been receiving the FICCI FLO Award of
Excellence in 2009 for contribution to the fashion
industry and use of alternative textiles.
‘FDCI is the largest platform for Indian fashion’
The Czarina of Indian textiles Ritu Kumar speaks about her association with
the WIFW and her secret to long-standing success in the fashion industry.
Describe for us your journey in the fashion industry?
I began my venture with four hand-block printers and
two tablets; in a small village near Kolkata in the late
1960s. I was incidentally the first woman to introduce
the boutique culture in India under the brand name
‘Ritu’. Today, I have 34 outlets in all major cities in
India and one outlet in America.
What are the highlights of your career?
Having a solid background in art history and
musicology has enriched my prospects. My
understanding of ancient designs and the
innovative use of traditional crafts has also
enriched my prospects. I have bridged the gap
between traditionalism and modernity.
Could you define for us what is a ‘Ritu Kumar’
style?
Well, it has a handwriting of its own, so you
can identify it. It synthesizes a lot of different
Advice for the younger generation...
“There is no easy track you can take in
fashion. You cannot succeed without
thorough study.”
inputs from the history of Indian textiles. It is easily
identifiable and recognizable.
How do you represent the ‘element of India’ in
your collection?
I source from textiles designs of India whether it is
embroidery or prints. There is a huge repertoire and it
just gives a new feel. I have been very continuous with
this element.
How does WIFW stand out against all other shows?
The FDCI is the largest platform for fashion in India.
As the industry itself is getting stronger, it serves
the need of Indian designers. It is also widening the
scope by getting into the cottage industry and also
tying up with the government. The industry needs
one dedicated non-profit platform and FDCI is doing
a great job.
Do you have a muse?
There are two muses, one is the
generation of 60s and today’s muse is the young girl
who goes out there and needs an option of different
kinds of sarees to wear. Both generations would have
a different take on fashion.
Wise
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Venue PEEK
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focus
Abhi Singh
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A
b h i
Singh’s
coll ection draws inspiration from
Monolithic
Skyscrapers.
His
collection portrays
his view on
expressionist architecture, the
element of distortion, fragmentation and overstressed emotion.
The style blends rich, lush colors
detailed with textures in each and
every piece. Abhi’s work is closely
related with the amalgamation of
geometric lines with the motion
of fabric in his ensemble.
His Experience with WIFW - It
is really a great moment for me
to showcase my collection at one
of Asia’s biggest platforms WIFW
SS’13. I am very excited and happy
to share this platform with some
of the biggest names in the Indian
fashion industry. Besides all this I
will help make wool products styled in
a young, cosmopolitan way. According to Amir Sheikh, Country Manager,
India, ‘The Woolmark Company: “We
take this opportunity to showcase
wool in the most artistic manner inspiring our Indian designers and offering a trend forecast with commercially viable yarns and fabrics sourced
from leading manufacturers around
the world. We are also pleased to announce FDCI as our official nominating
partner for the next edition of International Woolmark Prize 2013 in India.”
Style Tip
Prints are in
this season
Use of rich and lush colors
Amalgamation of
The new Vertu Constellation Candy provides a
stunning commitment to
quality. Designed with a
flawless 3.5” HD multitouch sapphire crystal
and an eight megapixel
camera, with an intricate
ruby surround on the
shutter key, this smartphone’s polished finish
give it a classy look while
the highest quality exotic
alligator skin is used on
the back plate.
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Collection Highlights:

Smarter
Smartphone
he Wool Lab showcased at the
Wills India Fashion Week is the
ideal platform to showcase wool
in a chic way. And that is just what the
Woolmark Company is doing. Through
‘The Wool Lab’, fashion and textile professionals are provided with a guide to
the best wool trends and products. The
idea is all about making wool popular
and fashionable and one hopes that it
personally feel that WIFW SS’13 truly helps
expose your work to international buyers.
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feature
geometric patterns
 Use of bold designs and textures
Ferrari Feature
Distinguished
Times
Patek Philippe Minute
Repeater makes a powerful bejewelled statement with 158 baguette
diamonds totalling 5.27
carats. This timepiece
is the ideal timekeeping
instrument for successful men who appreciate
aesthetics and micromechanical perfection.
Sheer
Decadence
Perfect living
My favourite
designer is…
Buyers Speak
Yummy Bites
Fio’s delectable delights are proving to be a
treat for people at the WIFW SS’13.
Designer Mode Dailies meets a
few buyers who talks about their
favorite designers
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ocated in Delhi’s Garden of Five Senses, Fio restaurant is catering to the senses and tantalizing the
palate of people at the WIFW SS’13. The menu includes
the restaurant’s signature cuisines from Italian, Indian
and Thai cuisine. What comes highly recommended, are
dishes such as the Baked Veg Filo Rolls, Lasagna, Focaccio
Sandwiches and Thai curry with Jasmine Rice.
“My favorite
designer is
Tarun Tahiliani,
it’s been nine
years since the
first time I came
to the WIFW
and I’m having
a great time this
year!”
Average cost for a meal
for two – ` .1200/-
Stall
Check
Miki Kanoh from
Japan
“This is the eighth time
I’m coming to the Fashion
Week in Delhi and my
favorite designer is
Wendell Rodricks. This
year, I’m looking forward
to Nachiket Barve. I
always have an amazing
time at the WIFW.”
Rasna Bhasin from Delhi
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“This is my
first time at the
WIFW and I’m
looking forward
to Janavi.”
Debbie from
London
Ideal for boating enthusiasts who
want to enjoy the freedom of direct
access to their boats the Aquaminium at the Royal Phuket Marina is the
world’s first and perhaps only direct
access private yacht garage. It offers
two master bedrooms, two guest
bedrooms, four bathrooms, bar area
at the main floor area, spa treatment
room, with a sunken Jacuzzi pool.
F o o d F i o - e sta !
Bhanuni By
Jyoti Sharma
he inspiration behind my
collection: is ‘Nrpsuta - The King’s
Daughter’, exalting the modern Indian
princess who has thrived through the
most revolutionary journey till today.
Collection Highlight: 3D Surface
ornamentation, Strong Silhouettes,
Drape Pants and Shorts Flair
Dresses.
Your Association with
FDCI: It’s always good, as the
FDCI gives new designers a
platform to grow.
Next to the supercar, the Enzo ‘Diamante’ India edition of the Official Ferrari Opus is one of the most
exclusive Ferrari publications ever published. Strictly
one edition per country, it showcases a 30-carat
diamond encrusted Ferrari horse made up of approximately 1,500 carefully selected stones.
Stunning, grandiose and
opulent, these prized
possessions not only provide
sheer indulgence but ensure
that the owner is elevated
into a class of his own.
Coveted Cognac
History, elegance and taste all blend together
in the Louis XIII Rare Cask 43.8 cognac. Coming
from the house of Remy Martin, this limited
edition cask can be savoured in the Library Bar
of the Leela Kempinski in Delhi. The decanter
made of black crystal with metallic oxides
unveils the unique blend that unveils as many
as 250 flavours.
Private Pleasures
Located in New York state, this
private paradise called Watch
Island showcases a 6,500 square
foot Victorian mansion. Featuring
10 bedrooms, four bathrooms, a
large boathouse with extensive
docking facilities, this 1.3 acre
home is the perfect getaway with
which to forget the cares of the
world. All for a mere $1,950,000!
On air luxury
Business travel has never been more
comfortable or luxurious then in
Gulfstream’s G150. This business jet is
capable of non-stop flights from new
York to Los Angeles or alternatively
California to Hawai. With extra space as
compared to its predecessor the G100,
the plane filters in 100 percent fresh air
into the cabin with 11 windows providing natural light.
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DAILIES: DAY 02
mixed bag
history of
fashion
Why did women
wear pants?
Women today get to wear the pants
but once it wasn’t always so. Read on
to discover one of the most intriguing
stories in fashion; just how did women
get to wear pants!
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hrough most of history pants and women
did not go together. Apart from a brief period, when some women wore ‘bloomers’
during the latter phase of the Victorian Era, and
‘bicycle pants’ were introduced in the late nineteenth century, pants remained a item of clothing reserved solely for men.
So, what brought about the change? The
answer goes back to World War I, when women were compelled to replace their husbands
at their workplace. Not only did they don
the role of the breadwinner, they also wore
pants! Reflecting on this period of social
change, Coco Chanel introduced the revolutionary ‘pantsuit’ and from here on, there
was no looking back. Iconic Hollywood
actresses like Marlene Dietrich and
Katharine Hepburn wore pants, both
onscreen and off. Thanks to their efforts and that of fashion designer André Courrèges, who introduced the
era of designer jeans, pants became
a must have for every woman all over
the world. Just ask the men!
NIGHT OUT
of clubs
With stunning interiors and an automatic
liquor dispenser that allows you to order drinks
through blackberry, Club Czar ensures the
ultimate experience for night owls.
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ocated in Delhi’s party hub, Saket,
Club Czar is already making waves
among the party lovers of the Capital. With stunning warm interiors and
an automated bar/liquor dispenser - the
first of its kind in India, the club ensures
that it does not require any professional
bartender to order your drinks. Instead,
a blackberry play-book gives the command directly to the controller’s computer at the bar, who is only required to
click the ‘ok’ button. This novel feature
A trendy bag or tote is the best way to
compliment your look. Designer Mode Dailies
showcases some haute bags from various
designers at WIFW SS’ 13…
rangipani – This is a line
of party bags in crocoleather with semi-precious
stones. The collection is
inspired from the natural
colors of the driftwood and
the frangipani flowers.
for yourself’
Rachana
Reddy
elodrama- The
collection
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concentrates on avant-
grade fashion, artful
concepts and detailing
to life. The accessories
reflect the spirit of the
contemporary woman.
ust- The
collection takes
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inspiration from the
Sonakshi Sinha,
who lost 30 kgs
to get in shape,
gives advice on
the right way to
lose weight.
Felix
Bandish
S
equins- Malaga’s
latest ‘Sequins’
collection is inspired by
the fun diva who likes
Malaga
by Malini to shine in the crowd.
Agarwal
Her new set is all about
flashy crystals, pearly
stones and embroidered
sequins of all shapes
and sizes.
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Address: G-9, Salcon Rasvillas,
D-1, District Center, Saket, New Delhi
(backside of the mall)
Average Meal for two:
` 1100 ++ (with beer)/ ` 700
without
‘Be healthy
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most dreadful things
in nature like horns,
spikes, skulls, lizards
and much more.
accompanied by a special VVIP section,
along with a dance floor featuring some
of the largest video walls in the Capital,
ensures that the Club Czar remains the
czar among clubs.
Fitness
Mantra
In the bag
Shalini
Arts
The Czar
he collection is inspired
by designs from ‘Africa’
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with a usage of leopard
print metallic cut outs, the
tie dye effect, rustic and
bright colours, along with
beaded embroideries with
embellishments.
“A
5 Elements
by Radhika
Gupta
ccept yourself the way you are, and
set a realistic target on what you wish
to accomplish. It is most important
to come to terms with the fact that you are fat
and then start working towards reducing it. The
whole idea is to be healthy for your own self.
Also, do everything in moderation, as overdoing anything has its share of side-effects. One
should not get too obsessed with the idea of
weight loss. I can never see myself counting the
calories of everything I eat. I indulge in moderation, and make sure I keep to my routine.”
Presents
Ladies.
You are cordially invited.
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