The show begins

Guldastah by Rohit Bal

The stage was turned into a mini Kashmir for its last show on Day 1 by designer Rohit Bal. Shikaras overflowing with fresh flowers were positioned strategically on a glittering glass ramp, which was covered with a carpet of chinar leaves, while waves of fabrics on the ceiling swayed in the breeze. The backdrop was a blossoming chinar tree and rows of Usha Sewing machines that were the basis of the show. Using the most exquisite organic fabrics like cotton, silk blends, Chanderis, silk organzas, silks and velvets, Rohit Bal unveiled his memorable Guldastah, the Kashmir collection that revealed amazing Kashmiri craft. The collection showcased the beauty of Kashmiri embroidery by the expert women from the Usha Silai Kashmir Cluster. Rohit presented motifs of magnificent flowers like the sunflower, poppy, tulip and peonies on a colour card that dazzled on the ramp against an ivory and black background, along with vibrant hues. The intricate embellishments were a visual treat of timeless embroidery that moved from thread to gold wire and then onto the magnificent zardosi. The craft on the eye-catching creations resembled complex botanical paintings.

Art of Latte by Gauri & Nainika

Lakmé Salon with designers Gauri and Nainika unveiled the chic and glamourous The Art of Latte collection—a colourful and breathtaking showcase of hair, make-up and fashion at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2019 on Wednesday evening. The stunning Yami Gautam walked the ramp as showstopper for the same.

With free-flowing silhouettes, the collection by Gauri and Nainika had femininity at its core. Created in shades of red, pink and blushing nudes interspersed with bold floral prints, each piece was designed to make a statement. Chiffon, crepe de chine, organza and micro crepe were the fabrics seen throughout the show. High-low dresses with signature floor sweeping trains, billowing organza sashes, and breezy wraparounds, all added glamour and drama to the runway.