A glimpse by Tashi Narula
6Degree presented a great assortment of fashion from four talented designers
ROMA AGARWAL
Roma Agarwal’s Label ‘Romaa’ unveiled the elaborate “Jharoka” collection inspired by Awadh architecture, but the creations exuded a hint of rebellious authentic and unpredictable vibes.
Key Features
Embellishments laboriously crafted on the garments
Chikankari and Mukaish work that was seen centuries ago to centre stage in its modern avatar, with the zardosi embroidery further adding to the dazzle of the line.
Fabric Story
Silks
Muse
Nargis Fakhri in a magenta Kalidar floor-length kurta with lavish embroidery on the hemline teamed with matching palazzos and heavily embellished dupatta.
ROMA AGARWAL –“I am so glad to have done the FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week. I am so happy to be bringing the Awadh architecture to the ramp, through intricate craft and have tried to bring heritage crafts a little closer to our hearts.”
SEJAL KAMDAR
Titled “Galaxies 2022” line was modern, minimal with earthy aesthetics but rooted in the Indian ethos.
Key Features
Large doses of the Kutch block printing along with Ajrakh. Screen and hand printing
The traditional spiral printing art ,Surface ornamentation,. Detailed patchwork was with the aid of leftover fabrics that were embellished with thread and pipe work were the highlights
Sejal included metal detailing, Kat-Dana sequins, crystal beads and then completed the look with beadwork to add a subtle sheen.
Classic traditional silhouettes given an innovative creative push by adding structured peplums as well as well-tailored jackets, fluid pants, contemporary lehengas, jumpsuits and draped sculpted dresses.
Fabric Story
Crêpe; gajji silk, pure satin, crêpe georgette, Mashru silk, mulmul and organza played a perfect fashion medley.
Color Canvas
A symphony of hues with crème, off white, black, cobalt blue, maroon and red creating a vibrant shade card.
Muse
Divya Khosla Kumar in khaki, embroidered, panelled lehenga, ornate choli and heavily embellished poncho.
Sejal Kamdar-“The collection was inspired by the celestial shapes in the universe, and we have tried to amalgamate modernism and minimalist aesthetics into the alluring culture of India. “
VARUN CHAKKILAM
Titled “Recherché”, the collection offered a wide spectrum of structured lehengas and stylishly crafted cholis that were draped in luxurious layers of festive dupattas. Men’s wear was restricted to white for Sherwanis and short jacket with draped kurta for added appeal.
Varun Chakkilam was inspired by the amazing beauty and geometry in the valley of flowers, which prompted him to present a collection that evoked touches of immense drapery and craftsmanship.
Color Canvas
A grand amalgamation of summer tones like buff beige, lilac, twilight blue and ombré
Key Features
Kat Dana work ,glass beaded ornamentation, liner embroidery and the geometry of swaying florals were the highlights
Muse
Kangana Ranaut in a pale, lilac trio of lehenga, choli and dupatta to end the show.
Varun Chakkilam
“My collection is a conglomeration of various summer shades including buff beige, lilacs and twilight blue. And we have tried to build on the contemporary essence of the label with Katdana work and glass bead decoration. I was inspired by the Valley of Flowers.”
