D ay 2 of IFW was all about taking inspiration from nature and going back in time. Designer duo Meera and Muzaffar Ali focussed on fashion sensibilities of the Raj - a period where the interaction between Indian and English cultures was optimum.
There was an emphasis on chikan and mukaish work while keeping the silhouette international. Thread embroidery in metallic shades gave the necessary oomph to their garments which were based on a palette of black, white, nude and earthy tones.
Nature was the inspiration for both Sonam Dubal and Small Shop by Jason and Anshu, but the interpretations were different. While Dubal presented a line that said ‘relax and savour every minute and connect with nature’, Small Shop spread the message of ‘technology that’s in tandem with nature.
‘ Dubal went back in time with kimonos, kaftans and flowing gowns, slippers, obi belts and potli bags. At Big Daddy Tarun Tahiliani’s show, the focus was entirely on the interpretation of conventionality.
There was a definite bend towards Grecian forms with flowy silhouettes, asymmetrical hemlines, frills and voluminous forms. Appliqu and #233; and delicate chikankari accented the ensembles.
The collection represented the best of an Indo-Western design sensibility.