Celebs at Lakme Fashion Week Winter 2010

Who: Preity Zinta

There arent enough adjectives in this world to describe how gorgeously radiant Preity looks in this multi-tiered confection. This shade of pink really looks very fetching on her...I am so dazzled by her beauty that I cant see her purse;-)

Here's a tongue twister for you: Preity Pretty in Pink!!

Who: Rani Mukherjee

I have no idea why Rani insists on dressing up in such serious, depressing outfits. Her face says she is happy to be here but the dress screams funeral!!

Who: Priyanka Chopra

Yet another short, black outfit and the same boring hairstyle- Doesn't Priyanka get bored seeing herself in these? Sigh..Its no use saying "better luck, next time" because we all know what she will be wearing..

Who: Sameera Reddy

Sameera looks oh-so-sexy and chic in a corset and black pants. I love the origami fold on the corset and this could have been a winning look but for the prom purse..

Who: Urmila Matondkar

Aah, finally some color!! Urmila in a bright, cheery sheath dress paired with orange accessories..Even though she is looking nice, I think its a little casual for night wear especially to a fashion show..I know, I know, there is no pleasing me:-)

photo credits: filmicafe.com, pinkvilla.com, bollywoodhungama.com

Lakme Fashion Week, Winter Festive 2010 - Manish Malhotra

Manish Malhotra's last collection that was shown in Delhi Couture Week 2010 was not well-received and was panned by critics. He redeems himself with this collection that closed day four of Lakme Fashion Week 2010. His collection was sponsored by Aircel and he used Aircel colors - red and blue as the building blocks. The look was luxurious all the way and clothes were decked with heavy embroidery, zari, crystals, sequins and brocade. He presented kurtis, anarkalis, lehengas and relaxed harem pants. Manish continues to be in love with panels and gota borders:-)
I loved all the net saris and colors of this collection are really fabulous. Lots of potential red carpet looks..

Key Looks

Red Carpet Pics: I can see the Kapoor sisters and Aishwarya totally wearing these saris. The second sari, first row would look good on Vidya after she is surgically separated from Sabyasachi:-)

Buyer's Contact:
Contact: Sujata Malhotra
Mobile :9821410862
Email : sujata@manishmalhotra.in

photo credits: filmicafe.com

Lakme Fashion Week, Winter Festive 2010 - Swapnil Shinde

Swapnil's collection "Dancer in the dark" was a fusion of 17th and 18th century styles of Europe and Indian lavni dancers of Maharashtra. His collection had two very distinct look. The first one was mainly in black/greys and the second one was in ivory white with a splattered paint effect. The outfits consisted of flouncy skirts with cinched waist line, draped sari style dresses, and evening gowns . Swapnil worked with chiffon, satin, Lycra, net, velvet, faux leather and exclusive printed chiffons.
I liked his white dresses with splatted paint effect best..

Key Looks

Buyer's Contact :
Contact : Rummana Sheikh
Mobile :+91 9773350884

photo credits: filmicafe.com

Lakme Fashion Week, Winter Festive 2010 - Ravage by raj Shroff

Raj Shroff collection titled, "Alice is Lost", gives the Indian bride a new free-spirited look. He used handloom fabrics along with the popular silk, chiffon, net. Dark green color was the main color in most of his dresses which he teamed up with red, ivory and yellow.

I loved the color combinations Raj has used - very soothing and pleasing to the eye. Fabulous layering and his dresses have a very origami feel. But I really dont think any bride is going to wear something this simple and plain. Maybe for lunch with the girls..

Key Looks

Red Carpet picks: This look is perfect for Kiran Rao (Aamir Khan's wife) and the cast of "Robinhood".

Buyer's Contact :
Contact : Raj Shroff
Mobile :+91 9844084182
Email : ravageclassic@gmail.com

photo credits: filmicafe.com

Lakme Fashion Week, Winter Festive 2010 - Shyamal and Bhumika

Decadent is the word that came to mind when I saw Shyamal and Bhumika's collection. They presented a collection that was rich in colors, fabrics and embroidery. Titled "Bejewelled", the collection consisted for regal bridal wear. The fabrics varied from velvets, to lots of silk nets, gold lame and luxurious brocades. The color palette was of jewel tones - bright red, sangria, plum, wine, emerald green, gold ochre and champagne beige dazzled on the ramp. A very beautiful, ornate collection.

Key Pieces

Buyer's Contact :

Contact : Shyamal Shodhan

Telephone : 0091-79-26562600 / 65415230 / 26442410

Mobile : 0091-9833520520

Email : shyamalshodhan@yahoo.com

photo credits: filmicafe.com, lakmefashionweek.in

Celebs at Lakme Fashion Week Winter 2010

Who: Chitrangada Singh

The trick to wearing a tulle skirt and avoiding the inevitable comparisons to Carrie Bradshaw is to wear anything but pink and to go long. Chitrangda looks like a doll in her beige outfit. I love how her top is in the same color family but not an exact match with the skirt. The bodice is gorgeously embellished and is a nice contrast to the full skirt..

Who: Guest

What a boho-chic look!!

Who: Rhea Kapoor

Rhea continues her love affair with black pants and pairs it with a bold-shouldered jacket. I love the color of the shoes but not its shape. And she also managed to run a comb thru her hair..

photo credits: filmcafe.com, pinkvilla.com

Lakme Fashion Week, Winter Festive 2010 - Babita M

Babita's collection at Lakme Fashion Week was called “Irzina Kara” or “Ravishing Earth”. It was inspired by the Cappadocia mountainous province of Turkey. The key features of her collection was asymmetrical silhouettes and structured draping. Dresses had zippers for interest on different parts of the garments and lots of cut work to add dimension to the clothes. Most of her clothes were wearable and easy on the eye. Pooja Batra returned to ramp modeling with Babita's show.

Key Looks

Red Carpet picks : Given her height, Shilpa can carry the first dress in first row to perfection.

photo credits: lakmefashionweek.co.im