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November 30, 2023November 30, 2023

Bihar Couture Runway: A Grand Celebration of Tradition and Innovation

Bihar Couture Runway, an annual non-profit fashion event held at Gyan Bhawan in the capital city of Patna, is making waves in the world of fashion. Organized by SR Adventure with the generous support of Captain Aryan Sinha, Abhishek Kumar, and Shubham Rajveer, this spectacular showcase has become a significant platform for both established and emerging designers. The event, backed by an unbeatable team from SR Adventures and Tanaash Media, boasts the dedicated efforts of individuals like Nahid Fatima, Vikas Kumar, and Avinash Ranjan, all instrumental in making Bihar Couture Runway a resounding success.

The primary objective of Bihar Couture Runway is to foster and promote designers from across the country, with a particular focus on emerging talents from the region. Collaborating with national and international partners and sponsors, the organization creates opportunities and unwavering support for participating designers. The event is a commitment to celebrating the timeless craftsmanship of India and Bihar’s rich culture and techniques within the realm of fashion.

The runway opened with a stunning display from “PRITHS by Pritam,” featuring many ensembles showcasing a mix of diverse textiles such as brocade, velvet, tulle, and satin. The collection included tulle dresses, satin bustiers, and feminine skirts, with a unique twist of drapes given to brocade in one-piece ensembles. Showstopper Nitika Satya, Mrs. India Galaxy 2023, graced the stage in a vibrant red and gold brocade draped dress, accentuated by a one-sleeve jacket and a tulle veil attached at one shoulder. The look was completed with a diamond and stone-studded winner’s crown, a diamond neckpiece, and ear-drops in collaboration with jewelry partner ‘House of Vedika.’

Label Priyanka Fashionvilla by Priyanka showcased a spectacular collection of occasional wear, flooding the runway with draped lehenga sets, sculpted blouses, veils, trails, self-design textile pantsuits, jeweled gowns, and concept sarees. The collection exemplified contemporary silhouettes with exquisite embroidery, cuts, and craftsmanship, all in a vibrant palette of colors, perfectly capturing the essence of India Modern for the fall festive season.

Mahi Kids Studio by Mahi Singh presented a diverse kids’ collection, from pre-wedding to post-function attire. The captivating and glamorous designs left the audience stunned with real mogas and flowers adorning the little ones’ hair. Miss Teen International 2023, Sejal Gupta, walked the runway as the showstopper, donning an all-black tulle ensemble ornamented with 3D butterflies.

Debut designer Manisha Singh Rathore, creative director for “Label Manisha Singh Rathore,” showcased her first women’s collection titled “The Fall of Fabric.” The collection, inspired by the tradition of wearing sarees with grace and grandeur, featured indo-western cuts with fine detailing, including gathers, pleats, and ruffles. Each ensemble was ornamented with cut dana, pearls, and gota work, giving them a magnificent look.

Bihar Couture Runway is not just a fashion event; it’s a celebration of tradition and innovation. With designers pushing boundaries and redefining the concept of modern Indian fashion, this platform continues to be a driving force in promoting and nurturing the rich cultural heritage of Bihar in the global fashion landscape.

April 1, 2023

Shah Rukh Khan sets hearts ablaze with his sizzling BTS pictures from NMACC launch

As one of the most famous actors in Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan has been captivating audiences with his charm and charisma for over three decades. Recently, he made headlines again with his smoking hot looks in BTS (Behind The Scenes) pictures from the NMACC launch. Fans were left swooning over the actor’s dapper appearance in the photos, which showcased his impeccable sense of style and undeniable charisma. Shah Rukh Khan has always been known for his suave persona and stylish fashion sense. In the BTS pictures from the NMACC launch, he looked like the ultimate heartthrob in a black suit.

What made the pictures even more special was the fact that they were taken behind the scenes, showing a more candid and natural side of the superstar. In one of the pictures, Shah Rukh Khan can be seen laughing and chatting with the crew, showcasing his down-to-earth personality and friendly demeanor. The BTS pictures from the NMACC launch have set the internet on fire, with fans from all over the world expressing their love and admiration for the actor. Twitter and Instagram were flooded with comments from fans who couldn’t get enough of the actor’s stunning looks and charming personality.

Shah Rukh Khan has always been a fashion icon and a role model for millions of fans around the world. His style and charisma are unmatched, and the BTS pictures from the NMACC launch are a testament to his timeless appeal. The actor continues to inspire and delight his fans with his incredible talent and stunning looks, proving that he is indeed the King of Bollywood.

August 1, 2022

Rajkumar Rao sets fire on the grand final ramp at the Indian couture week in Anamika Khanna`s outfit

Designer Anamika Khanna closed the Fashion Week with Actor Rajkumar Rao as the showstopper for the Grand finale show. Rajkumar Rao not just looked stunningly handsome but made sure to set the fire on the runway and drop the jaws in the audience. The Actor wore a black Sherwani with a statement neckpiece by
Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas Jewelers definitely added the extra hotness to his walk.

Actor Rajkumar Rao in Designer Anamika Khanna`s outfit for the Grand finale of ICW 2022h

*Actor* Rajkumar Rao *in Designer Anamika Khanna`s outfit for the Grand finale of ICW 2022*

The Designer Presented her Couture collection “An Experiment” for the finale show of FDCI Indian couture week 2022.

Stemming from an extreme need for change and pushing boundaries, this collection is an open field for experimentation.

Designer Anamika Khanna`s Collection “AN EXPERIMENT” for FDCI Indian Couture Week 2022

An awareness of the spectacular Indian silhouettes, textiles and sentiments, we move to amalgamate something old, something new.

Treating precious something that always was with reverence, notwithstanding that they may have aged, at the same time and approach of nonchalance to luxury.

The shapes are inspired by the “goddess” paired with deconstruction and pattern making techniques. There is also referencing the ever exuberant tribal India, approached with an eye of modernism. We are unafraid to align, non aligned perceptions.

The colour palette is varied starting with sombre blacks, delicate lace in ivory to powerful red and emeralds. Metallica plays an important role. Pearl takes centre stage.

July 31, 2022

Arjun Kapoor made everyone drop their jaws, Walking for Designer Kunal Rawal at FDCI making his collection extra special to us

Designer Kunal Rawal Presented his Collection “Dear Men” at FDCI Indian Couture week, Quoting :

“The men who love, The men who lose, The men who move on a path they choose Men, who are their own men This is our epic composition for them.”

The collection is designed to celebrate men and menswear in all its glory which we can see as Showstopper Arjun Kapoor dropped the Jaw of each and every person present in the audience. While walking down the Ramp he also blew a Kiss to Maliaka Arora creating a whole new romantic of Love in the Air.

The collection features a lot of new, playful silhouettes and many fun and unexpected embroideries. Every piece plays with textures and pulls the eye to intricate details. The designer has added a lot of functionality and usability to each ensemble as well, taking into account the fact that every man has different needs, depending on who they are, how they live, and how they move. This collection is our way of celebrating the evolution of men’s couture in India. Here is a Little Glimpse of the collection:

According to Designer Kunal Rawal: “To us, couture is wearable art, it should be functional and smart. That’s why we believe in crafting occasion wear that can cater to the whole spectrum of celebrations ranging from modern luxury to deep-rooted tradition. Truly versatile ensembles you can easily dress up or tone down, mix or match, or even wear to work. Who are we to tell you what to wear and when? Our role is to build in the possibilities in our designs to give you endless choices and combinations.”

This collection has been created to set the stage for meaningful interactions between the audience and our designs. The media landscape is changing every day, and we are beginning to see real diversity and true representation. For us, the fun is in creating pieces for a market as diverse as India with clothes for different shapes and sizes, and different moods, and yet have a signature come through.

July 31, 2022

Amit Aggarwal once again mesmerized the whole audience by turning the whole Stadium into the Runway for his couture show at FDCI Indian couture Week

We all are already stunned by the collection presented by all the designers in the Indian Couture Week but Designer Amit Aggarwal has taken a step ahead to take the whole show to a next level to present his collection “Pedesis”. According to the designer`s Instagram Q&A, he has given us a whole walkthrough of the collection a day before his show. “Pedesis is one of our most colorful collections yet! We`ve used different colors that cannot be imagined together in couture. After all, we dream through colors and make sense of the beauty of life through colors.” – Designer Amit Aggarwal

Here is a small walkthrough of the show:

The collection is a refreshing bookend to our part-miraculous, part-fantastical journey of a decade. But a constant thread of morphing forms and blurring the inescapable folds of time runs through it all. It is also a kaleidoscope ode to the fact that we are at an interesting bend in time where the digital space accommodates those whimsical aspects of ourselves not accessible in the physical world. Every silhouette shows that we carry the echo of the first human and hold the inception of the future – overlaid on the fine-grained realities of the present. This collection is a celebration of the fact that we are the glitch in time: warping forms, straddling realms, embracing eternity.

The Inspiration for his new collection in one word would be “Time”. “Although it`s a quantifiable entity, to me, time is a fascinating concept because of how truly blurred it is. We like to slot tribes as “ancient” and robots as “Future”. but in reality, all of us carry echoes of the first human and the promise of the future inside us. We’re all walking and talking manifestations of just how fluid time is.”- Designer Amit Aggarwal

If we talk about the Material used in the collection then, they always have to be married to the new-age materials with traditional techniques. To give us a specific example in Pedesis, they have contemporized the Ikat with handloom and Polymers. According to the designer himself, ” Couture allows you to experiment, to breathe, to let go and yet be meditative about it all.” Let’s just say that this collection made him sleepless the day before his show and the adrenaline rush was super high.

July 30, 2022

Actress Sara Ali Khan gracefully walks for Designer Falguni Shane Peacock

Actress Sara Ali Khan Graced the Ramp in her Royal Style

The Fashion week couldn`t be more glamourous than it already is but the “Love Forever” collection presented by Designer Falguni & Shane Peacock was like a Cherry on the cake. Actress Sara Ali khan glided down the white runway Ramp with her royal Nawabi style in the royal blue Lehenga by the designer. She made sure that all eyes got stuck on her while she is walking down the Ramp. Here are some glimpses of her from the ramp:

This collection took inspiration from the rich heritage of the French capital vis-à-vis the stellar works of art and architecture by some of the great masters of modernism and celebrates the land home to innumerable artworks and some of the most celebrated masters in the history of modern art and design— Chagall, Picasso, Braque, Le Corbusier, and the likes.

The ensembles are enamored with an ingenious display of detailed motifs that showcase the best of Indo-Parisian culture and architecture. Here is a few glimpses from their collection:

July 30, 2022February 4, 2023

From the Theatrical sets to Velvet sweat suits for men here is all you need to know about Designer Siddhartha Tyler`s show from last night

Designer Siddhartha Tyler did an amazing show last night at the couture week, without disappointing us but giving us some major inspirations for the coming wedding season. The designer had a mesmerizing show with the theatrical sets inspired by the Chinese term “Shan Shui” which refers to a style of traditional Chinese painting that involves or depicts any scenery or natural landscapes. Here is a small glimpse of the Sets:-

Picture Credits:- https://www.instagram.com/fdciofficial/

The show stole the eyes of the audience as Singer Guru Randhawa and Actor Farhan Akhtar walk down the ramp. both looking equally stunning and handsome at the same time. The collection definitely inspired a lot of people for the upcoming Cocktail and wedding Events with the touch of the tones of maroon, navy, olive, and our all-time favorite black.

Here are some backstages glimpses of the show:-

Picture credits:- https://www.instagram.com/bridestodayin/

July 28, 2022February 4, 2023

FDCI Couture Week 2022: The Designer Duo Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna Showcased their collection “Fibonacci”

The Famous Designer duo Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna presented their new collection of Evening Gown Couture by the name “Fibonacci”. The designer said that the pandemic gave them the time to sit, relax, think and get a clear vision of future of the fashion. The Inspiration for the collection was taken from the Fibonacci waves which led to the stunning mix of the traditional yet modern mechanisms of Fashion.

The Guests were Bow-wowed by Showstopper Malika Arora in her gorgeous black body-hugging embellished sheer gown which featured a thigh-high slit and a plunging neckline.

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August 16, 2019

Raksha Bandhan Outfit This Year

By: Ishika Sharma

Raksha Bandhan is just in eve now, shopping for a col rakhi for your brother might be your main concern for Raksha Bandhan, but you also need to pay a little attention to your outfit for the day. Like with most festive occasions, kurtas would serve you well there as well. The wardrobe staple is sure to earn you brownie points with your family members and will keep you comfortable while doing it too. Whether you’re on the hunt for a classic kurta or something more-off-the-moment, we’ve curated something for everyone in our edit ahead.
Those who have a special spot for florals can check out Torani’s pink kurta, featuring embroidered blooms. Good earth’s detailed mauve kurta set speaks of understand elegance. Prefer something brighter?
Bank upon Simar Dugal’s yellow kurta and sharara set, which also comes with got work, or Ikai’s minimal option in the same hue.
Anita Dongre and Varun Bahl have offerings for those looking to make a statement, whole kora’s brown kurta is ideal for someone who prefers pared-down aesthetic. Scroll ahead for the best kurtas you can wear to celebrate Raksha Bandhan.