Day two of Amazon India Couture Week saw shows by Rahul Mishra and Gaurav Gupta. The designers come from distinctly opposite schools of though and created a balanced menu for the day.
In case you missed out, here are ten things you need to know about day two:
1. Of firsts: Rahul Mishra has worked on a couture line previously, but this was his official runway debut show showcasing his couture collection.
2. Themes and iterations: Mishra's theme, or rather long standing inspiration, from the 'Tree of Life' continued to be the starting point of the collection—the reflection of which was conspicuous throughout the line with parrot embroidery and floral thread work. Gaurav Gupta's show titled 'Silt and Cipher' showed glimpses of his inspiration from natural forms in the embroideries.
3. Sustainability: All of the hand embroidered and custom woven fabrics used through Rahul Mishra's collection were created by artisans who were sent back from cities to their original hometowns to work on the projects. Mishra firmly believes that no artist needs to be separated from his natural life just to support families and has been working on what he refers to as 'reverse migration'.
4. Jewellery collaboration: Designer Gaurav Gupta collaborated with jewellery label Outhouse to create special earcuffs for the collection.
5. In plain sight: Mishra consciously wanted to bring the focus only on to the garments he showcased—making sure that the hair and make-up looks, set and show music were so basic that no one paid attention to it. Gaurav Gupta created a stylized set to give the impression of an enchanted land. With twisted wines and giant hands that glowed—the needful had been done.
6. Separates: The Rahul Mishra bride is a modern one. The designer aimed to create mixable separates that could be part of a bridal trousseau and worn after the wedding.
7. Special events: Gupta who identifies himself as India's go-to cocktails designer created a line of evening wear this season featuring his hit favourite—the sari gown hybrid.
8. Gilded creatures: The hair and make-up at Gaurav Gupta's show was all gold. The after-effects of sharp contured cheekbones, glitter dusted lids and gilded hair was otherworldly. Just like the designer intended
9. Guests: Designers Rajesh Pratap Singh, Payal Pratap Singh, Manav Gangwani, Poorna Jagganthan and JJ Valaya attended the shows.
10. Kalki Koechlin, friend of the brand walked for Gaurav Gupta—closing the last show for day two. When asked backstage about the work chemistry, the two agreed that working with a friend is like not working at all.
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