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  • One Infinite presented Rashi Kapoor, Varsha & Rittu, and Rishi & Vibhuti at Lakme Fashion Week

    One Infinite presented Rashi Kapoor, Varsha & Rittu, and Rishi & Vibhuti at Lakme Fashion Week

    MUMBAI: Bridal and festive can get very repetitive and boring right? 

    But event firm One Infinite brought to Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI great fashion from three very talented festive and bridal wear designers – Rashi Kapoor, Varsha and Rittu, and Rishi and  Vibhuti on 13 October. 2024.

    “We are excited to showcase the incredible talent of  these designers at Lakmé Fashion Week. Each of these designers brings a unique vision and craft to the runway, and we are proud to launch them through One Infinite. Their creativity and innovation represent the future of fashion, and we can’t wait to see their impact on the industry.” said One Infinite founders Pratap Simon & Krishna Chaturvedi.

    Rashi Kapoor unveiled a stunning collection inspired by Frida Kahlo 

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    Rashi Kapoor, a  popular designer in India, created a fashionable stir with her collection called Espíritu Libre that was inspired by the legendary Frida Kahlo’s journey.

    The show was opened by popular actress Ahsaas Channa who strutted in a fully embroidered glittering jacket and slim skirt.

    Drawing from the iconic Mexican painter’s life and heritage, Rashi’s first design sensibilities were focused on the striking colours like red, pink, black, white, green, silver, gold and ivory that revolved around Kahlo’s life and art.

    The collection was a luxurious offering of glam silks and dupion, along with regal velvets and sheer tulle that brought an ethereal appeal to the ensembles. While the fabrics played their combined symphony on the ramp, highlighted by striking colours, Rashi also concentrated on a wide array of embellishments to accentuate the looks. Delicate thread work was a delight to behold, as it wove a tapestry of motifs. Cord work was added along with 3D touches, while Swarovski crystals sparkled to add their touch of grand opulence.

    Still keeping the Frida Kahlo inspiration in firm focus, Rashi ensured that the silhouettes offered a diverse look of contrasting shapes. The free-flowing, fluid ensembles were at times structured but tailored to perfection.
    Sensational Sushmita Sen made a stunning, breath-taking entry when she stopped the show in a shimmering white sari worn with a matching corset.

    “My collection is called Espíritu Libre which stands for free spirit and was inspired by Frida Kahlo. She stands for boldness, vibrancy and is extremely positive and that’s what inspired me to take her as my muse. My collection is all about individuality, feminism and independence,” said Rashi Kapoor.

    Her collection, was a handcrafted look with a profusion of colours, fabrics, styles and shapes, that stayed true to the inspiration of the painter diverse personality.

    Varsha and Rittu showcased a line of garments for the celebratory season 

    The Awigna label by the designer duo, Varsha and Rittu has always been a brand that has been eagerly coveted by women during the festive season. For Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI, the Awigna label’s winter/festive offering was a visual feast of glamour, style and elegance. Luxurious fabrics like organza, sheer net, metallic georgette and sequinned sheeting were the perfect choice that turned the collection into a dazzling look.

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    The Awigna look has always been versatile with a wide roster of silhouettes that will please every fastidious buyer. Concept saris, lehenga/choli/dupatta sets in a contemporary mould, stunning floor sweeping gowns, fusion wear with flowing robes, cropped tops and palazzos for evening soirées, natty boleros with saris, shararas with gleaming kurtis and ruffled cocktail saris have been the Awigna favourites.

    The colour story rivalled the hues of the rainbow. Varsha and Rittu zeroed in on a dusty pink, ruby red, ivory, rose pink and rose gold. Their fashion direction was woven around ivory, which focused on elegant looks, while the dusty pinks were directed to provide a soft appeal and ruby red moved into a joyful passionate mood.
    Adding more depth to the collection, the designing pair worked on surface ornamentation comprising floral embroidery, 3D detailing and hand work and striking laser cut additions that added the final grand touch of sophistication.

    Pretty Tara Sutaria was the perfect showstopper when she twirled in a pastel glittering lehenga and choli teamed with a sheer tulle dupatta.

    “Our collection Awigna is inspired by soft winter winds. We have done a mix of intricate geometric patterns and that’s where the inspiration comes from,” said Varsha and Rittu.

    The Awigna label by Varsha and Rittu celebrated the colours and glory of the festive and wedding season, with a collection that transcended fashion norms and showcased timeless elegance.

    Rishi and Vibhuti presented a carnival of colours and styles 

    Inspired by the season of festivities and celebrations, designing duo Rishi and Vibhuti presented Tamasha – The Enchanted  which was a vibrant, colourful carnival of varying creations that were designed to be worn during the joyful days of pure fun.

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    For this very exuberant and lively collection whose very name resonated with playful fun filled times, the designers focused on colours that were as vibrant as the title. Olive green, violet, purple, red, teal blue and radiant charms came together for a dramatic confluence of hues.

    The collection offered myriad silhouettes that moved seamlessly from long Kalidar kurtas and angarkhas, and then onto frilled and ruffled saris. Cropped pants and tops with flowing robes were a look ideal for after dark glamour, while draped skirts, shararas, tunics, palazzos, slinky gowns, pre-stitched saris, kurtis and draped resort fun wear were a variety of looks for the discerning dresser.

    “Participating in Lakmé Fashion Week is an exciting experience for us. It allows us to showcase our imaginative vision and push the boundaries of our designs. We are thrilled to connect with a diverse audience who share our passion for fashion and celebrate the spirit of individuality through our collection, Tamasha.” said the designer duo Rishi and Vibhuti.

    Making a show stopping entry, Manushi Chillar, winner of the Miss World 2017 title, looked gorgeous in a olive green, sheer, embroidered, sarong-style skirt with a tantalising hip high slit. The colourful bralette and the cuffed sheer scarf created a great fun filled look.

    Tamasha – The Enchanted collection by Rishi and Vibhuti was a look that undoubtedly created whimsical revelry for the buyers, which offered an effortless amalgamation of colours, styles and fabrics.

  • One Infinite presented Megha Bansal, Romaa Agarwal, Salita Nanda at Lakme Fashion Week

    One Infinite presented Megha Bansal, Romaa Agarwal, Salita Nanda at Lakme Fashion Week

    MUMBAI: Event management firm One Infinite founded by event vet Pratap Simon and fashion model Krishna Chaturvedi showcased the beauty of bridal wear from three designers Megha Bansal, Romaa Agarwal, and Salita Nanda at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI on 12 October 2024. 

    “We are excited to embark on our fourth  season with Lakmé Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI, continuing our mission to elevate emerging talent. Today’s showcase was a great success, highlighting the unique vision and craftsmanship we champion at One Infinite. We are proud to present these talented designers and look forward to seeing their impact on the fashion industry.” said Pratap and Krishna. 

    Megha Bansal unveiled an ethereal dreamline

    Megha Bansal's collection

    It was a celebration of dreams from the creative design studios of Megha Bansal when she unveiled her Khwaab – Khawaishyon Ka Shamiyana at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI.

    Megha Bansal has been in the couture realm for several years when her label has created the most show stopping outfits. This season, her collection paid homage to the skills and crafts of artisans whose expert hands have created fabulous patterns to embellish her work. From traditional Indian wear, Megha’s fashion sensibilities moved to fusion ensembles that catered to the bridal and formal wear buyers.

    The beauty of Indian crafts came alive as the geometry of Mughal jaalis, which were reimagined as contemporary patterns and weaves. The sleeves were stunning eye-catchers, while necklines were daring and delightfully dramatic, as they added grandeur to the ensembles.

    The hand embroidery sparkled on luxurious silks to create the perfect after dark creations. The dazzling lehenga, choli, dupatta trios vied for attention on the ramp, in colours that were not only eye-catching but visions of ethereal beauty. The fusion looks were ideal for formal soirées, while the majestic gowns and dramatic saris completed the look.

    The gorgeous Shilpa Shetty, looked sensational as she glided down the runway in a soft, pink lehenga and a tiny choli with sheer yoke and long-sleeves. For added drama the long, sheer never-ending trail attached at the back completed the glam look.

    For women who long for couture of an unconventional kind that reflects the glory and beauty of Indian crafts, the Khwaab – Khawaishyon Ka Shamiyana by Megha Bansal, offered all the shimmer and style to celebrate the festive season.

    Salita Nanda’s weightless forms merged cleverly with structured silhouettes 

    Salita Nanda's collection

    Salita Nanda has a solid design foundation. A graduate from the London College of Fashion and a trained pattern maker from the Milan Fashion Campus in Italy, Salita’s collection had that great vibrancy of colours, prints and designs at Lakm? Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI.

    Salita unveiled her first capsule collection in 2015 at the Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 season during the GenNext show. Since then, she has never looked back and created an innovative fashion empire. From Paris Fashion Week to Dubai and Hong Kong, Salita has exhibited her designing skills around the world.
    Her latest collection Cielo was inspired by the timeless song ll Cielo in Una stanza (the sky in a room). Bold prints have been the leitmotif of Salita’s collections, and this season too, they appeared as hand painted prints. The ensembles were dreamt up in the most gorgeous sheer fabrics that shimmered on the runway.

    The delicate weightless silhouettes, at times, were contrasted on the ramp with structured form fitted shapes that were feminine to the core. Swirling robes and capes covered the stylishly created ensembles like pants, tops, skirts and maxis. The unusual robe with billowing sleeves over sheer loose pants, loose trenches and over printed ensembles brought a versatile appeal to the line. Salita’s treatment was an amalgamation of artistic prints and solids that will undoubtedly appeal to trendy dressers. Salita also offered a wide spectrum of options that would make the festive wardrobe the perfect blend of vintage dressing and contemporary styles.

    The three men’s wear entries followed the theme of the show. The shirts, trousers and covers were splashed with the colourful prints that are Salita’s trademark.

    The Cielo collection from the studios of Salita Nanda, displayed fashion that will enchant women who want to make strong, striking, sartorial statements.

    Romaa Agarwal unveiled a floral inspired celebratory collection 

    Romaa Agarwal collection

    The label Romaa by Romaa Agarwal has been in the forefront of the bridal and formal wear industry. Her glam fashions have appealed to women who appreciate the glory of Indian crafts and textiles. Romaa’s latest collection, Aheli at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI, was all about celebrations during the festive soirées.

    The collection was a scintillating story of pure, lush silk fabrics that were merged with the sheer beauty of tulle to create the floral inspired garments. As Romaa’s creativity spanned a wide spectrum, there was a delicate visual play of petals for detailing in soft gentle hues, which projected a gentle nuance. Pretty, feminine pastels and ivory silks were turned into the backdrop for the swaying floral motifs. The layered tulle and the delicate petals that adorned the ensembles, created a dreamlike quality. The zardozi and Cut Dana embroidery glistened on the dramatically styled ensembles.

    Traditional craftsmanship and silhouettes was cleverly reimagined as the creations offered a varying choice from concept saris to regal kurta sets, and from bridal lehenga, choli, dupatta sets to fusion ensembles. The list was long and luxurious to suit all fastidious buyers.

    The Aheli collection was all about glamour that moved from daytime chic to bridal splendour and then onto stunning floor kissing gowns and formal wear for evening soirées under the moonlight.

    The Aheli show was stopped by lovely Bollywood beauty Diana Penty who walked gracefully down the ramp in a pale, pink lehenga worn with a bralette that revealed the most intricate strappy back.

    Romaa Agarwal’s label Romaa offered an innovative unconventional line of sartorial options with the “Aheli” collection that will thrill women when they go for their festive celebrations.