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PIX: Trendy African-inspired fashion from Masaba

Last updated on: March 12, 2011 13:42 IST
Kavita Kharayat for Masaba

Here's what Masaba Gupta had to offer on Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week.

With her parents proudly watching from the front row, designer Masaba Gupta took us on a journey of African heritage at the LFW today.

Inspired by the Maasai tribe of Kenya and nothern Tanzania, her collection sported their foot impression
motifs and a riot of colour -- take a look.

First up we have Kavita Kharayat in gigantic polka dotes and orange.

Short and flirty

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A Masaba creation

Flaired and flirty we have this striking blue and orange number.

Sari inspiration

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A Masaba creation

Rich purple, orange and blue make for a toga-meets-sari mix -- we like!

Striped stunner

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A Masaba creation

The fitted form, vibrant colour and cut-away back on this one give it that added edge.

Footing it right

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A Masaba creation

We see the Maasai footprint motif on this one-piece, ending in voluminous pants.

Fitted to flowing

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A Masaba creation

The unusual headpiece here still doesn't take away from the beauty of the bustier and flowing skirt.

Funky fashion

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Candice Pinto for Masaba

We love this statement dress on Candice Pinto -- chic and eye-catching!

Drape drive

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A Masaba creation

Layered and contrasting, the draping of this ensemble sets it apart from the rest.

Daring to bare

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Sanea Shaikh for Masaba

Sanea Shaikh strikes a pose in a daring gown with cut-away neckline and transparent skirt.

Namaste!

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Masaba (third from left) and her models

Masaba steps out in one of her own creations as her models applaud her.