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IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

Last updated on: August 6, 2012 20:10 IST
Diva Dhawan for Abhishek Dutta

Take a look at Abhishek Dutta's latest line, presented on the fourth day of Lakme Fashion Week. Photographs: Uttam Ghosh

Known for his use of unconventional fabrics and futuristic silhouettes, designer Abhishek Dutta's showing latest creations generated quite a buzz at the LFW today.

The line is called 'Tangram', after an ancient Chinese dissection puzzle of the same name, which consists of seven flat shapes that are put together to form new patterns; the word 'tangram' itself is an obsolete English term meaning puzzle or trinket.

The garments fused both Western and Indian influences and the models wore metallic anti-pollution masks to indicate Dutta's 'No Pollution' message against modern-day life.

Seen here is model Diva Dhawan in a strategically-embellished dress with sheer bodice and flouncing skirt.

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IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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An Abhishek Dutta creation

Next we see a funky shirt with a buckled brace across the neck that moves into a cape, worn over textured pants.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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An Abhishek Dutta creation

For the guys, we see a dip-dye kurta, worn under a leather-embellished jacket.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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An Abhishek Dutta creation

A palazzo jumpsuit comes into focus, moving from a sheer netted bodice to wide pants with pleats down each leg.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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An Abhishek Dutta creation

The designer offers up a chic jacket worn over a striped dress.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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An Abhishek Dutta creation

Geometric applique work defines this maxi, which is certainly feminine despite the futuristic theme.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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An Abhishek Dutta creation

A panelled jacket for men steps onto the runway, teamed with tapering textured pants.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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An Abhishek Dutta creation

Dutta creates a layered look with a tee sporting dip-dye sleeves, a leather waistcoat and printed pants.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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Bidita Bag for Abhishek Dutta

Bollywood newbie Bidita Bag models the showstopper, a leather and woven fabric ensemble that hugs her curves.

IMAGES: A futuristic fashion puzzle!

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Abhishek Dutta and Bidita Bag

Dutta takes to the ramp, accompanied by Bidita and two of his male models.