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The spotlight was on Indian models and fashion designers, who did not disappoint.
What a moment of pride it would have been for any Indian present at the New York Fashion Week 2016 to witness desi designers -- Bibhu Mohapatra, Naeem Khan, Prabal Gurung, Sachin and Babi, and Runa Ray -- showcase their talent!
But the one who clearly stole our attention was Bhumika Arora, the Indian model from Haryana.
Scroll down to find out why!
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Bhumika walked for Prabal Gurung dressed in a lovely white dress with grey motifs.
Touted as one of the busiest models at NY Fashion Week, she also strode the runway for singer Rihanna's Fenty x Puma collection.
Here are three more of Bhumika's appearances at the NYFW runway where she walked for designers Derek Lam (left), Anna Sui (centre) and Carolina Herrera.
Bibhu Mohapatra
Mohapatra surely had to go back in history to pull off this collection.
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Wondering why the model has such a conniving look pasted on her face?
Well, this collection was inspired by Chinese Empress Dowager Cixi, a controversial ruler, who was known to be extremely shrewd.
Check out the other looks from the collection...
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A fur jacket teamed interestingly with blue pants makes this outfit a clear winner.
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A train is a must for every empress, especially for such a femme fatale gown.
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Don't miss the Chinese dragon fly embroidered on the white dress.
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A model sports a lovely green silk dress with stockings and a fur jacket.
China is probably the largest exporter of fur and this collection did see fur used in abundance.
Naeem Khan
This Indian designer's collection was dedicated to New York -- its architecture, life in the city, its culture, and the grand ladies of New York!
Naeem Khan also partnered with Make-A-Wish foundation and granted the wish of 11-year-old, Trinity Faith Moran, who wanted to walk in a fashion show.
Here are some of the looks from his collection.
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Red, the favourite colour of the designer, seems to have transcended beautifully on the runway through this floor-length ballroom gown.
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All set for the glitzy nightlife in NYC?
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The model adds some drama on the ramp with her hair-do and this elegant ballroom gown.
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Colours like black and red dominated the collection.
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And there comes the designer walking down the ramp with 11-year-old Trinity in tow.
Prabal Gurung
The collection by Prabal Gurung was inspired by paintings by French painter Henri Rousseau and Lord Byron's prose.
It was about breaking free and escaping from the busy city to the forests.
The colour palette comprised snowy white, ivories, shades of blue, grey, black, and red.
Check out glimpses from the show.
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The models are here!
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Cherry red never looked so hot!
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Take a closer look at the print…
The feather motifs on the dress are inspired by the greenery in the forests.
The motifs were another prominent feature of the collection.
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Don't miss the button detailing on the white pants.
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The magical realism of the forest comes alive in this outfit, doesn't it.
Sachin and Babi
Garnet red, ruby, blue topaz and emerald were the dominant colours in Sachin and Babi's collection that included ballroom dresses in satin, ruffled and layered skirts for the price conscious fashionista.
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An outfit fit for a royal entry. Isn't this crimson gown awe-inspiring?
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This floral layered skirt is inspired by flamingo dancers.
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Real paper flowers were sent to the artisans for them to figure a way to put it on the dress and you see the result above!
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The emerald in the outfit draws heavily from the precious stone that the designers had spotted on their visit to the Getty House in San Francisco.
Runa Ray
Neutral shades and natural hair; that's how we sum up Runa Ray's collection in a nutshell.
We're wondering why this collection reminds us of origami paper collections.
Check it out and let us if you feel the same...
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Asymmetrical hemlines in earthy tones were the highlight.
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Models showcased outfits with geometric patterns and sported ruffled hair to complete the look.