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LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
A showing that highlighted the diverse talents of designers Aarti Vijay Gupta, Nikhil Thampi, Sidharta Aryan and Yogesh Chaudhary opened Day Two of Lakme. Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Quite a range of trends and varied garments was highlighted as Lakme Fashion Week opened on Day Two -- the first showing, shared by four talents, presented attractive, wearable lines that couldn't be more different from each other.
We start off with Sidharta Aryan's contemporary, chic collection that went moved from sexy little numbers to Indianwear. Seen here is Sucheta Sharma showing off her curves in a fitted jewel-printed blue dress.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
A becoming printed midi, slouchy but chic with front tying detail takes to the ramp.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Looking yummy in a yellow bell-sleeved outfit we have Candice Pinto.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Deepti Gujral signals the switch to Indianwear for the designer, with an exquisitely embroidered jacket.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Aryan takes to the runway with two ethnic designs, rather dwarfed by his muses!
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Nikhil Thampi's collection was all about dark glamour with a dash of bling, using deep hues and luxurious fabrics like this black drape, worn over a pair of metallic pencil pants.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Sucheta takes to the runway in a rich velour two-tone tunic, slit up the back.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
The designer continues in the same vein, with a black tunic held together with a strip of woven gold below each arm.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Sanea Shaikh makes a statement in this crushed silk skirt and dramatic top with gold tassels going down past the hips.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
This is the first time we're seeing a sherwani with a slit all the way up the back -- what do you think?
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Flanked by two more of his menswear designs, Thampi seems happy with the response.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Blue, white and yellow and thigh-high slits dominated the 'Ms PacMan' line by Yogesh Chaudhary, which paid homage to this hugely popular '80s arcade game with a signature print.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
All the garments focused on the PacMan theme, including the neckpieces worn by the models -- and despite the bold cuts, were rather wearable.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Hemangi Parte takes a twirl in this delightful dress, which moves from fitted bodice to full skirt.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
From jumpsuits to fusionwear, the designer was faithful to his inspiration throughout.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Chaudhary is Mr PacMan himself, in his uber-cool kurta!
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Aarti Vijay Gupta's line of casual, geek-chic saris and Westernwear was printed with pi-charts, anatomical diagrams and colour samples, often juxtaposing them like on this ensemble modelled by Alesia Raut. The glasses only add to the geeky vibe.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
The overall quirkiness was contained, however, with wearable silhouettes and a classic black and white palette.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Kavita Kharayat takes a turn on the runway in a fusion jacket and drape combination that juxtaposes prints.
LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!
Gupta steps out alongside her edgy creations at the close of the showing.