Modern bohemian rhapsody brings the curtains down

New Delhi: A grand set-up replicating the beauty of autumn — complete with mud, creepers, leaves and trees — brought the curtains down on the four-day-long fashion extravaganza that concluded on Saturday. With Guru and Shishya jodi Tarun Tahiliani and Amit Aggarwal showcasing their individual collections, the evening saw a beautiful amalgamation of traditional fabrics and silhouettes with modern-day cuts and textures. Based on the ‘Fresh New Look’ campaign by Amazon Fashion, the finale was high on innovation and heritage with a grand total of 80 stunning garments.

Tarun’s collection comprised glimmers of rich jewel tones — emerald, lapiz, claret, indigo, spicy red, aubergine, rust against the backdrop of black, cream and beige. Artfully divided into different categories — Polka, Kasuti, Renaissance stripes, Constructed drapes, Golden weave and Hussar — his ready-to-wear line consisted of jumpsuits, dresses, tunics, gilets and shirts on rich fabrics.

Interesting polka dot patterns made using ajrakh, chikankari used as accents with intricate resham embroidery on damask prints, aari work on kalidar kurtas, Grecian dresses, kurtas with attached dupattas and concept saris, the collection aimed to suit the modern Indian lifestyle. Tarun also introduced the concept of ‘separates’ to cater to the urban consumer. All clothes could be tweaked, mixed and matched with different elements to create a whole new look every time.

Besides, Amit, sticking to his recycling and upcycling way, presented his first-ever sustainable couture collection combining winter prints like florals, geometrics, and hand-painted motifs developed in-house with charmeuse, georgette, chanderi, and textures like tulle overlaid with braids and laces.

Stimulated by the architecture of the Earth and its ever-changing curves and topography, the designer used pre-owned Patola saris and Banarasi brocades to celebrate the sensibilities of the modern-day woman.  

“It was not a jugalbandi but was a fusion of ideas. Amit is one of my oldest protégés who has morphed into his own master with mastery over his own techniques and sculptural fashion,” said Tarun as both the designers bowed to the audience.