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News18
17 hours ago
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- News18
Janhvi Kapoor turns showstopper for Jayanti Reddy at ICW 2025
New Delhi, Jul 29 (PTI) Bollywood star Janhvi Kapoor turned muse for Jayanti Reddy's latest collection 'Reclaimed Opulence" on the sixth day of Hyundai India Couture Week. Reddy blended classic craftsmanship with contemporary elegance in her designs, which reflected 'a vibrant confluence of sustainability, heritage, and youthful innovation," according to a press note. 'It had a total of 50 looks—35 womenswear and 15 menswear—infused with ornate embroidery, whimsical motifs, and dynamic layering". The show, which took place on Monday evening at Taj Palace, began with a live music performance, featuring songs like 'Raat Baaqi Baat Baaqi", 'Ajeeb Dastaan", and 'Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko". The models then took over the stage, which was adorned with floral decorations. The collection featured a spectrum of colours including red, purple, and dark green. The outfits for women comprised sarees with sleeveless blouses, suits, and long skirts paired with frilled corset tops. Menswear had traditional pieces with motifs all over. Kapoor walked the ramp wearing a light pink fish-tail lehenga. The attire was intricately designed with crystals, beads and floral work. It had a long net trail stretching behind and the sleeves of the blouse were adorned with the crystals. The 'Dhadak" actor opted for minimal makeup and had her hair open. She entered the stage to the tunes of 'Aaj Ki Raat". 'She is gorgeous, she is beautiful, she is magical, and that's exactly what I wanted for my showstopper outfit. It was a very easy choice for me," Reddy told PTI after the show. Reddy said her latest collection was made from the leftovers of the previous shows, and that's the reason it was named 'Reclaimed Opulence" 'The collection is a celebration of everything heritage, it's a celebration of craft, it's a celebration of textiles. I used a lot of leftovers and textiles from previous archives and the show from the last season. That's why it is called 'Reclaimed Opulence," Reddy said. India Couture Week will conclude on Wednesday with the grand finale show by J J Valaya. PTI ATR BK BK (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
18 hours ago
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- Mint
India Couture Week highlights: Best looks so far
Over the past week, more than 10 designers have presented their collections in Delhi as part of the Hyundai India Couture Week, in association with Reliance Brands and an initiative of Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), which ends on 30 July. While the collections have largely been over the top, there seems to be a general shift towards adding elements from streetwear and casual wear to keep the couture look 'lighter". At the Rohit Bal Design show, for instance, leather bomber jackets and trench coats were embroidered with shikara, Taj Mahal and the Eiffel tower. Shantnu & Nikhil had turned strings of pearl into a blouse. And Falguni Shane Peacock made jeans fit for a wedding. Here are some of the memorable looks from the couture week so far: Who says you can't wear jeans to a wedding? Designers Falguni and Shane Peacock gave a a pair of jeans couture treatment by simply adding feathers, and teaming it with heavily embroidered long jacket. Dhoti-style skirt, pearl strings as a blouse, overcoat sherwani—Shantnu & Nikhil ensemble added softness and structure to ceremonial dressing. Amit Aggarwal reimagined the sari and the patola weave in a molecular form. Tarun Tahiliani's bib-like kurta had Pichwai motifs embroidered using pearls, sequin, crystals and coloured gemstones. Veils and mask have made a strong presence in this edition of the India Couture Week, and the ones at Rahul Mishra's show looked the most creative and whimsical.
News18
21 hours ago
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- News18
Aisha Rao: Wild At Heart Is A Maximalist Ode To Nature's Untamed Beauty
Aisha Rao is all set to make her Hyundai India Couture Week debut with a colourful showcase on July 29, 2025, at Taj Palace, New Delhi. Aisha Rao is all set to make her Hyundai India Couture Week debut with a colourful showcase on July 29, 2025, at Taj Palace. Showcasing her collection, Wild at Heart, created in collaboration with Kohler, Aisha Rao shares with News18 what the Hyundai India Couture Week means to her, why she is not afraid to dream in colour and how Wild at Heart is an extension of that spirit. Craft, Vision, Legacy. Describe the collection you will be showcasing at the Hyundai India Couture Week. Our couture collection for India Couture Week, Wild at Heart, created in collaboration with Kohler, is a maximalist ode to nature's untamed beauty. It is a sanctuary imagined—where memory, fantasy, and possibility merge through bold design and intricate craftsmanship. Romantic yet statement-making silhouettes include draped saris, exaggerated lehengas, theatrical blazers, and fluid menswear. The colour palette moves from molten metallics like brushed rose gold and antique champagne to rich tones of teakberry and lush green, paired with dreamy pastels. Our signature appliqué embroidery is reimagined with newer motifs like cacti, palm trees, and wild flora, capturing the true spirit of Wild at Heart. Our palette this year is really focused on brides and the entire wedding season. We've spent months fine-tuning every shade—whether it's getting the perfect depth of red or balancing the richness of teakberry, which feels fresh and festive. Lush green brings a sense of celebration, while molten metallics like rose gold and antique champagne add just the right amount of shimmer for bridal and festive looks. Every colour has been thought through to feel joyful, memorable, and versatile for weddings. What silhouettes have you designed for this collection? The collection brings together lehengas, sherwanis, sculptural jackets, and pre-draped saris, with silhouettes that balance traditional craftsmanship with a modern ease. We've worked with Banarasi brocade, layered tulles, and given our signature appliqué a fresh spin to create depth and texture. Each piece is designed to capture movement and mood, whether it's a voluminous lehenga for the modern bride or a sharply tailored sherwani. Every look feels expressive, elevated, and just a little wild at heart. Which embroidery, motifs and embellishments have you explored in this collection? This collection feels like our boldest take on surface design so far. We've pushed our signature appliqué further, layering it with hand embroidery, metallic threadwork, and delicate bead accents to give every piece a lot more depth and dimension. The motifs—cacti, palm trees, and wild flora—feel alive, with textures and colours playing off each other in unexpected ways. One of our lehengas, for example, has over 70 colours on it. We spent weeks getting that balance right so that no single shade overpowers the others. We've also experimented with hand-braided raffia, which adds this really raw, tactile energy to the embroidery, and the metallic touches bring a kind of light and movement that feels new for us. What does Indian Couture mean to you and your brand? For us, Indian couture is a playground for expression; it allows for maximalism, memory, and craftsmanship to come together in the most beautiful way. It's about creating pieces that feel deeply personal but still larger than life. We've never been afraid to dream in colour. Our world is bold, layered, whimsical, always a little unexpected. Wild At Heart is an extension of that spirit! Hyundai India Couture Week, in association with Reliance Brands, an initiative of Fashion Design Council of India, is on till July 30 in New Delhi. view comments First Published: July 29, 2025, 11:52 IST News lifestyle Aisha Rao: Wild At Heart Is A Maximalist Ode To Nature's Untamed Beauty Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
21 hours ago
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- Indian Express
‘When I unzipped the sherwaani, there was a fragrance, like Gudda's…': Arjun Rampal pays tribute to late Rohit Bal at India Couture Week
The Hyundai India Couture Week is almost at its last leg, and on its sixth day, ace designers Jayanti Reddy and Rohit Bal showcased their latest collections at Delhi's Taj Palace. While Janhvi Kapoor turned showstopper for Reddy, Arjun Rampal closed the late couturier's show — their first at this prestigious platform after Bal's passing last year on the eve of Diwali. Looking ever so handsome in a velvet black sherwani, paired with matching trousers and polished dark boots, Rampal rocked cropped hair with faded sides and a hint of scruff as he walked the ramp, fist-bumping his late friend. Describing his experience of walking for the designer, the Om Shanti Om actor said that the best part about fashion is to have fun with it. 'Never take it seriously,' he said, highlighting the light, positive energy that Bal was famously known for. 'The team sent me this sherwani, and when I unzipped it, there was a fragrance — like a Gudda's fragrance that his clothes have, which I was given today. There was a certain scent to that outfit. It's in no other outfit that I have ever worn,' Rampal told Opulent ensembles in white, gold, crimson, and black took over the runway as models strutted in Bal's signature velvet floral applique, complete with red roses tucked in their hair and a scarlet lip to match. Gingham capes and gauzy black veils added drama to their looks. A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) FDCI took to social media to throw light on the collection, Kash-Gul, which drew inspiration from the serene beauty of Kashmir and the timeless poetry of Gulistan, a garden of flowers. 'Rooted in heritage yet modern in form, the collection blends structure with softness. Silhouettes are layered and refined, crafted in Chanderi, matka silk, and velvet, with intricate gold zardozi and fine threadwork. In a palette of ivory, black, and wine, Kash-Gul speaks of calm confidence, quiet luxury, and the enduring soul of Kashmir. It's a tribute to craft, culture, and beauty that tells a story beyond the garment,' read the caption of their Instagram post. Reddy's latest collection, described best as 'romantic, whimsical, and layered with fringes and tassels', featured ensembles that refined Indo-western looks with khada dupattas and clever details meant to be worn, treasured and passed on — a true celebration of antique textiles with Dori work, ornate blooms, birds, paisley, Baroque art, and Deco grids. Kapoor sashayed down the ramp in a blush pink sari with intricate silver embroidery. Keeping it simple yet chic with a diamond choker and emerald rings adorning her fingers, the Ulajh actor opted for dewy skin, rosy blush, and a glossy nude lip to complement her soft glam look. With two more days to go, we can't wait to see what Couture Week has in store for us!
News18
21 hours ago
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Rimzim Dadu: Contemporary Indian Couture Is Not About Abandoning Heritage
Last Updated: Rimzim Dadu will unveil her collection, OXYNN, at the Hyundai India Couture Week, an initiative of FDCI in association with Reliance Brands. Rimzim Dadu will unveil her collection, OXYNN, at the Hyundai India Couture Week, an initiative of FDCI, in association with Reliance Brands, on July 29, 2025, at the Taj Palace, New Delhi. A modern couture story woven from memory and metal, Rimzim Dadu's collection draws inspiration from the fierce, untamed spirit of Gujarat's Banjara tribes. Rimzim Dadu shares with News18 the art behind mastering wearability and functionality, celebrating the spirit and craftsmanship of the Banjara tribe, and how contemporary Indian couture is about honouring the past and shaping what comes next. You have mastered the art of balancing sculptural expressions with wearability. What's the secret? The key lies in textile engineering and building each garment from the material upward. At our studio, every piece begins with experimentation, exploring how steel cords, metallic wires, or hand-developed textiles can hold form while still moving with the body. Sculptural doesn't mean unwearable. Our goal is to create garments that are structured yet never restrictive. Wearability and functionality are central to our process. I want our pieces to be cherished in people's wardrobes as well as find their place in museum collections. OXYNN doesn't seek to replicate the Banjara aesthetic. It draws inspiration from their spirit, craftsmanship, adornment, and ethos. Their mirrored textiles, oxidised jewellery, and layered silhouettes provided a powerful starting point. We abstracted these elements into our design vocabulary. Mirrors became reflective metal surfaces, jewellery was reimagined through delicate cord work, and their nomadic layering was interpreted through sculptural, architectural forms. It is a conversation between legacy and evolution. What specific characteristics of the tribe have you incorporated in the collection? The Banjaras' tactile craftsmanship, textured layering, and ornamental use of oxidised metal deeply influenced OXYNN. You'll see layered constructions, sculptural volumes, and metallic textiles that reference traditional mirror work. Patola-inspired motifs from the region are fused with mirror and Bandhani detailing using our signature cords. Jewellery-inspired forms are embedded directly into the textiles. Even the surface techniques reflect their visual identity, interpreted through a more industrial, modern lens. Tell us about the palette that celebrates the inspiration but also mirrors your vision for Indian brides and beyond. The colour palette was designed to feel both lived-in and powerful, like aged metal that carries memory. Oxidised silvers, burnished golds, deep reds, and jewel-toned midnight hues evoke a quiet regality. It reflects a bride who honours tradition but confidently chooses individuality. It is also intended for anyone seeking couture that is rooted but not restricted by convention. Shapes and motifs you have introduced in the collection that complete the story. The silhouettes range from sculpted lehengas and engineered blouses to metallic pre-draped saris, modular bombers, and sharply tailored suits. The motifs are intentionally non-floral, drawn from oxidised surfaces, tribal coins, cracked textures, and shield-like forms. These references are abstracted into wire structures, layered cords, and three-dimensional weaves. The result is an armour-like couture vocabulary that is protective, expressive, and deeply intentional. A space for thoughtful transformation. It is not about abandoning heritage, but evolving it. Contemporary Indian couture moves beyond bridal embellishment to become a medium of experimentation, where handwork meets industrial material and cultural memory intersects with modern construction. For me, it is a dialogue between restraint and expression, edge and emotion. It is about honouring the past while shaping what comes next. view comments Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: July 29, 2025, 11:41 IST News lifestyle Rimzim Dadu: Contemporary Indian Couture Is Not About Abandoning Heritage Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
