Lakme Fashion Week Day 2

Lakme Fashion Week Day 2 Winter/Festive 2015 was all about going back to the Indian roots. From promoting Indian handloom to celebrating the lush Banarasi sari, the day was an ode to India’s rich heritage by paying a tribute to Indian weavers and traditions. The Indian Textile Day saw a lot of traditional outfits on the Lakme Fashoin Week Day 2 Winter-Festive 2015 ramp. The aim of this show was to bring the fabulous tradition of gold and silver weaving in Benaras, back into the mainstream flow of fashion. The old holy city is not only the most ancient of old cities, the weaves of Banaras are the only surviving textiles in the world , where the skills of the master weavers create handlooms which are a true statement of the bespoke garment.

The last part of the Lakme Fashion week day 2 show, was conceived and executed with weaves developed as part of the CSR programme of the designer’s team, to reintroduce in woven from Benaras the subtle and deep understanding of drape, colour and technique of weaving to produce highly glamorous looks , which are India’s couture and the city’s USP, as it is the country’s heritage.

Lakme Fashion Week Day 2 Winter/Festive 2015

Have a look below at the amazing showcasing of all the ethnic yet glamorous designs which were presented –
Swati and Sunaina

Swati and Sunaina’s collection of saris proudly showcased the beauty of traditional Benarasi weaves.

Varanasi Weaves by Ritu Kumar

Ritu Kumar presented Varanasi Weaves, in continuation with her revivalist projects that centre around the traditional crafts and textiles of India.

Gaurang Shah

Designer Gaurang Shah’s collection titled Kalpavriksha merged most-loved Jamdani weave with embroideries such as phulkari ghagras and chikankari. Vidya Balan walked down the ramp in this lovely pastel lavender and golden silk saree, and the collection seems to attract floral weave and artistic prints and colors of the season blended out well.

Pinnacle by Shruti Sancheti

One of the favourites of the day was designer Shruti Sancheti with her collection “Nomadistan”. Her collection was a play of bright summer colours such as yellow, crimson and orange, the flowing skirts and the belted saris. The blue and indigo ombre sari paired with an embroidered blouse (worn by model Parvathy Omanakuttan) was another top choice.

Soumitra Mondal

Soumitra Mondal for his label ‘Marg’ presented a contemporary royal line, called “English Garden”, which was seamlessly blended with classic Indian heritage. The designer focused on embroidery and developed some interesting and eye-catching embellishments in varying patterns. Inspired by the beauty of nature Soumitra had florals in varying shapes and sizes to embellish the creations.

Anavila Mishra

Mishra presented a collection with each piece making a mark. Made from hundred percent organic fibres. Dia Mirza spelt grace and beauty in Anavila Mishra collection.

Vrisa by Rahul N Shikha

Printed ankle length kurtas at Vrisa. All you really need is a lot of ethnic.

Rinku Sobti

Delhi designer Rinku Sobti took the lead with chic checked trousers, saris and drapes teamed with cut-out blouses along with jackets, jumpsuits and kurtas.