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IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Here's a glimpse of the runway action from the Gurgaon leg of the ongoing Blenders Pride Fashion Tour, which holds fashion showsacross six Indian cities annually.
Each year, the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour hits a host of Indian cities in a bid to promote the works of leading designers across the country.
Now in its eighth edition, the tour offered Gurgaon fashionistas the latest lines from couturiers like Neeta Lulla, Shantanu & Nikhil and more on October 21.
And of course, there were a few Bollywood beauties catwalking too. Here's how it all went down!
First up we have the avant garde futuristic stylings of Falguni & Shane Peacock, whose creations were replete with bugle beads, sequins and diamantes.
Seen here is Candice Pinto in a stunning sheer fishtail gown, worn over a spangled bodysuit.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Next we see an electric mini, complete with feather and metallic foil detailing.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
The designers continue in the dare-to-bare vein with a mesh jumpsuit featuring cut-away sides and netted panels.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Actress Genelia D'Souza is all smiles as she steps out in the showstopper, a floor-sweeping baroque affair in blue and gold, with black and white accents.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Falguni and Shane step out hand-in-hand with their blue belle.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Designer Gaviin Miguel's 'Stairway to Heaven (Heavenly Abode)' collection was all about ethereal appeal, with diaphanous gowns in wispy fabrics featuring draping details.
Seen here is a delicious citrus lime gown with pleating all through.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Steely grey combines with bright gold on this red carpet ensemble, which shows off a bold cut at the bodice.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Sanea Shaikh strikes a pose in a beautiful orange outfit with a cut-out back and sparkling beads at the neckline.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Stepping out in the Grecian-style showstopping number, Lisa Haydon looks like a million dollars.
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Lisa accompanies the designer down the ramp as the curtain comes down on his showing.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Duo Pankaj and Nidhi's latest line 'Liquid Gold Tree' consisted of eveningwear creations, featuring floral and leaf motifs and a colours of precious stones like agate, blue, quartz blue, sapphire and ruby.
Sanea Shaikh steps out here in a wide-leg black jumpsuit with a lace bodice.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Channelling the neon trend, Candice Pinto models a hot pink cutwork jacket, worn over stockings and a miniskirt.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
The strong palette continues to assert itself as a striking pink-black combination coat dress takes to the runway.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
The gorgeous Neha Dhupia makes an entrance in the piece de resistance from Pankaj and Nidhi's collection.
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The husband-wife duo face the flashbulbs with their statuesque showstopper.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
With the festive and wedding season upon us, Shantanu & Nikhil offered up romantic designs influenced by the French boudoir and baroque eras as well as Hollywood movies of yesteryear.
Feminine and festive, the outfits were infused with lace and royal hues -- seen here is just such yellow and gold affair, with a tiered, pleated lehenga and elegant ethnic jacket.
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Mauve and silver take centrestage with this next breathtaking bridal.
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Red and white are an arresting sight as a rich printed ghagra and transparent red lace top dominate the catwalk.
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For the groom, the designers offered up an opulent purple bandhgala and fitted green pants.
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Nikhil stepped out minus his partner, as the models mounted pedestals as the show came to an end.
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In a departure from her usual flamboyant style, Neeta Lulla showcased a darkly glam line with marked Gothic touches at the Blender's Pride Fashion Tour.
Citing Italian actress Monica Bellucci as her inspiration, her outfits had bits of baroque and sensuousness mixed in, as is apparent from the sight of these sheer black ensembles.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
A wispy black tunic with Indian overtones takes a twirl on the runway.
IMAGES: Genelia, Neha and more catwalking stars!
Voluminous and dark, a corset dress sails out, teamed with a transparent black netted blouse.
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The sultry Sameera Reddy makes an entrance in a flowing gold-embellished showstopper with sheer bodice.
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The veteran designer applauds her muse as they pose side by side.
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And finally we come to Nida Mahmood's line 'Bombay Bun Maska'.
Known for her quirky sense of style, the designer presented boho-chic outfits for both sexes that were meant to represent the colourful vibe of the city, like this multihued dress modelled by Carol Gracias.
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A male model pays homage to Amitabh Bachchan with a retro-style tee worn with ripped jeans.
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LED lights add an over-the-top touch to these kitschy printed outfits.
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Actor Vidyut Jamwal struts out bare-chested, in a funky waistcoat and blue pants.
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Nida is all smiles as she and Vidyut take a final turn on the runway before the show closes.