couture

METAMORPHOSIS OF TEXTILE EVOLUTION

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
METAMORPHOSIS OF TEXTILE EVOLUTION

On day three of India Couture Week 2025, Amit Aggarwal invited audiences into a world where science meets soul with his collection, “Arcanum.” Subverting the typical bridal-centric narrative of Indian couture, Aggarwal looked inward, crafting a collection inspired by the double helix of human DNA. The result was a hypnotic showcase of sculptural forms, engineered textiles, and a gender-fluid aesthetic that pushed the boundaries of traditional craftsmanship and storytelling. Arcanum, meaning “a secret” or “a…

Read

DUTCH COUTURIER & LATIN AMERICAN DESIGNER

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
DUTCH COUTURIER & LATIN AMERICAN DESIGNER

Dutch couture house Chic & Holland showcased their SS26 collection, ‘300 Hours,’ at Dubai Fashion Week, emphasizing the craftsmanship and time invested in each gown. Featuring precision-cut crystal embellishments and sculpted corsetry, the collection captured the essence of European royalty and baroque design. Celebrities also graced the runway, with Dubai Bling star LJ Loujain Adada opening the show in a dazzling crystal-embellished nude gown, and Bollywood actress Chitrangda Singh showcasing a stunning nude gown with…

Read

RESILIENCE OF MALAYSIAN CULTURE & COUTURE

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
RESILIENCE OF MALAYSIAN CULTURE & COUTURE

The Spring/Summer 2026 edition of Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) commenced with an impressive lineup of regional and global fashion talents, setting the tone for a spectacular event. Malaysian designer duo Rizman Ruzaini opened the runway shows with their captivating ‘RIMBA’ collection, marking the brand’s 20th anniversary. Drawing inspiration from Southeast Asia’s ancient rainforests, the ‘RIMBA’ collection combined culture and couture, weaving elements of flora, fauna, and the resilience of the Malayan tiger into the designs….

Read

CHANEL HERITAGE & SOPHISTICATION

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
CHANEL HERITAGE & SOPHISTICATION

The Chanel Fall/Winter 2025 Haute Couture Collection was a masterful tribute to the brand’s rich history and the visionary spirit of its founder, Coco Chanel. Set in the intimate surroundings of Chanel’s historic headquarters at 31 rue Cambon, the show paid homage to Coco Chanel’s early days as a milliner in the very same building, long before she became a renowned couturier. The Chanel Fall/Winter 2025 Haute Couture Collection was a masterful tribute to the…

Read

DIORS GRACEFUL LIAISONS

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
DIORS GRACEFUL LIAISONS

“Monsieur Dior was in love with the era, as he was with British culture, of which echoes persist,” In 2025, Jonathan Anderson made history by becoming the first designer in 70 years to assume creative control over all of Dior’s fashion lines since the brand’s founder, Christian Dior. Anderson’s journey began when he was appointed head designer for Dior’s Men’s collections. Just two months later, in June 2025, he was promoted to the role of…

Read

LOVE FOR GODESSES & DIVAS

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
LOVE FOR GODESSES & DIVAS

“We don’t simply fall in love, we become it” Indian fashion designer Rahul Mishra showcased his latest collection, “Becoming Love,” at the prestigious Paris Couture Week, held at the historic Collège des Bernardins in Paris. Drawing inspiration from Sufism and its articulation of the seven stages of love, Mishra’s designs invite the audience on an emotive journey through attraction, infatuation, surrender, reverence, devotion, obsession, and ultimately, death. Sufism’s influence is deeply ingrained in the collection’s…

Read

HAUTE COUTURE HISTORY OF VALENTINO

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
HAUTE COUTURE HISTORY OF VALENTINO

For his inaugural Haute Couture collection, “Vertigineaux,” with Maison Valentino, Alessandro Michele drew inspiration from Umberto Eco’s 2009 book, “The Infinity of Lists.” The book served as a guiding light, helping Michele navigate the immense task of creating 48 one-of-a-kind couture ensembles. Beyond providing structure to his creative process, Eco’s work also resonated with Michele’s experience of the often overwhelming technical demands of Haute Couture, which he described as feeling impossible at times. In line…

Read

CHANEL TRANSITIONS TO INFINITE

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
CHANEL TRANSITIONS TO INFINITE

The CHANEL Spring-Summer 2025 Haute Couture show, held at the Grand Palais in Paris, showcased a captivating collection inspired by the concept of infinite movement. The color palette gracefully transitioned from day to night, featuring hues of white, pastels, bright tones, midnight blue, and black. Notable designs included a sunshine yellow suit, a lilac dress with box pleats, a white and black tweed suit adorned with paint and embroidery, and an orange-pink coat paired with…

Read

DIOR SAYS METAMORPHOSIZE

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
DIOR SAYS METAMORPHOSIZE

Kim Jones, the artistic director of Dior Men since 2018, has been making waves in the fashion industry with his innovative approach to menswear. For the Winter 2025-2026 collection at the École Militaire, Jones drew inspiration from Christian Dior’s Ligne H collection from 1954-55, exploring the transformation of menswear. In a unique move, Jones presented a formal men’s couture collection intertwined with ready-to-wear pieces, particularly at the beginning and end of the show. This blending…

Read

POWERFUL SENSUALITY OF ROSES

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
POWERFUL SENSUALITY OF ROSES

From the intricate, hand-stitched embroidery to the delicate beading and sparkling crystals, each detail of this collection weaves a story of artistry, tradition, and modernity. Inspired by the beauty of French architecture, the designs are a symphony of simplicity and fluidity, juxtaposing intricate lace with structured silhouettes to create a masterpiece of timeless style. This collection is a tribute to the power, poise, and grace of the contemporary woman. In a striking display of elegance…

Read
1 2 3