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IMAGES: Minis, saris and everything between!
We bring you a round-up of showings by Digvijay Singh, Preeti S Kapoor and more on the final day of Fashion Week!
The second half of the fifth and final day of Lakme saw everything from miniskirts to lehengas and saris on the runway. Here are the best offerings from Nandita Thirani, Preeti S Kapoor, Digvijat Singh, Vivek Kumar, Aneeth Arora and Kallol Datta.
We kick off with Nandita Thirani's collection 'La Tosca Du Mumbai', which was inspired by the drama and music of the Puccini opera La Tosca. The garments fused the fashions of Mumbai with Victorian influences and the resulting effect was very chic, like this mini teamed with a sheer black blouse.
Pretty in blue
Next we have this feminine blue-black number with contrasting side panels.
Aqua beauty
Tamara Moss is the picture of elegance in an exquisite front-fastening embroidered jacket and aqua skirt.
Fusion funk
Rachel Bayros models an orange ghagara with black choli and a chiffon blouse worn over.
Showstopper time
Actress of Always Kabhi Kabhi fame Zoa Morani was Nandita's showstopper, looking lovely in a tasteful lehenga.
Tangy tantaliser
While all the garments in Preeti S Kapoor's line were Indian, she opted for European influences, using French lace and satin trims alongside traditional ethnic embroidery. Seen here is a stunning orange lehenga with intricate gold embellishments.
Anarkali musings
The designer continues with the same colour scheme for this beautiful anarkali.
See-through style
A sheer blue drape with hints of green and orange dominates the ramp.
Lacy look
Rachel strikes a pose in an alluring lace drape.
Old-world charm
Olive and pink embroidery lend this sari antiquated charm.
Strike a pose
Actress Lucky Morani oozed attitude in Kapoor's showstopping creation.
Geometrees
Digvijay Singh's line for label Bhu:sattva was called 'Geometrees' and fused botanical and floral embroidery with Mughal geometry to create organic and eco-friendly garments. Seen here is Alesia Raut in just such a drape.
Deep red
We see a simple but striking sari in deep red next.
Black impact
The designer sticks to his theme while changing from bright hues to alluring black and orange.
Mixed but matched
Surelee Joseph shows off a geometric sari with a beautiful flowery choli.
Pale passions
Singh's final sari in pale yellow with black detailing is seen on Candice Pinto.
Of warrior queens and inter-galactic princesses
Candice also started off Vivek Kumar's showing, which showcased a line called 'Antarkranti'. With inner turmoil as the theme, the styling of the show was a cross between the Dragon Warrior Queen and Star Wars Empress, as is apparent from this dramatic dress.
Battle-ready
Sparkling leggings set off an armour-like number with heavy detailing on the neck and sleeves.
Space queen
Nicole Faria looks regal and other-worldly at the same time in this unique gown.
Let it flow
Kumar offers up a handkerchief dress in earthy tones.
Master of motifs
Kallol Datta presented three collections, titled 'Conception', 'Namesake' and 'Paper Plane' at the LFW, with matching motifs on each of the garments. Along with designer Aneeth Arora's line, these will also be showcased at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Berlin next January, representing Indian talent.
Seen here is Rachel Bayros in a black floor-length tunic with massive cut-outs revealing grey pants underneath.
Anti-fit
That best describes this jacket with pleats, worn over a sheer top.
Passion for paper planes
It's apparent this get-up is from the 'Paper Planes' line, with its distinct print.
Simple lines
Rachel models another of Datta's designs -- a rather severe midi number.
Androgyny
Aneeth Arora's label Pero jumped on the androgyny bandwagon using Indian textiles. Seen here is Tamara in a culotte jumpsuit.
Got attitude?
Checkered drop-crotch pants and a crushed top with matching jacket make a statement.
Bolero buzz
We see another jumpsuit, set off by an edgy bolero jacket.
Layer it on
And Tamara owns the ramp once more for Arora, in this layered brown-green flairing number.