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PIX: The Indian catwalk kick-off 2011!

Last updated on: January 17, 2011 18:36 IST

Image: Carol Gracias for Etro
Photographs: Hitesh Harisinghani

Here's a look at the Chivas Studio fashion shows held in Mumbai over the weekend -- and the first style trends for this year!

Luxury brand Chivas Regal held their second annual Chivas Studio, a three-day event in Mumbai over the 14, 15 and 16th of January, showcasing the latest in art, photography, sculpture, jewellery, music and fashion.

Prominent designers Manish Malhotra, Nandita Mahtani and brand Etro held showings, with the who's who of the social circuit in attendance. Check it out.

Day One kicked off with the Etro showing -- chic Western wear modelled by some of India's biggest catwalk queens like Carol Gracias, seen here in a form-fitting, silk trim dress and platforms.

High on style

Image: An Etro creation

If you've got the confidence to carry it off, this pale yellow jumpsuit is for you -- if you don't, you'll only end up looking like a clown!

Citrus summer

Image: An Etro creation

For the guys, oranges and lemons are in -- check out this floral leisure jacket, worn over a tee, jeans and sneakers.

Ballooning beauty

Image: Candice Pinto for Etro

The volume is out of control on this puffy number, but Candice Pinto carries it off with class.

Haute handkerchief inspiration

Image: Ira Dubey for Etro

Actress Ira Dubey is the quintessential PYT in this layered handkerchief dress.

Sharp angles

Image: Ramona Narang for Etro

Socialite Ramona Narang's ensemble imitates Ira's, but minus the layers and paisley print.

Triangle chic

Image: Farah Khan Ali for Etro

Jewellery designer Farah Khan Ali takes to the runway in relaxed pants and top, with a triangle motif giving them a funky edge.

Flower power

Image: Madhoo for Etro

Actress Madhoo is all smiles in a high-waisted floral jumpsuit with contrasting bodice.

Jeans jacket jazz

Image: Randeep Hooda for Etro

Looking suave and rugged at the same time we have actor Randeep Hooda in jeans and a jacket, accessorising with a silk scarf.

Final showstopper

Image: Raveena Tandon for Etro

And finally, we have Raveena Tandon, who styled a pretty abstract print with kimono sleeves and dazzling silver footwear -- very nice.

But don't go away yet -- we now move on to Day Two!

KJo opens the show

Image: Karan Johar

Manish Malhotra got good friend Karan Johar to open his showing with a very warm introduction -- we all know KJo's love for fashion!

Bridal white

Image: A Manish Malhotra creation

First up we have this swirling white ensemble with rich maroon border and gold at the hem -- a real twirling beauty.

Beige brilliance

Image: Kavita Kharayat for Manish Malhotra

Kavita Kharayat sets off a beige lehenga with dotted detailing and rich work swirling on the border.

Modern muse

Image: Pia Trivedi for Manish Malhotra

The designer introduces an element of funk with Pia Trivedi in silver harem pants and a one-sided slinky kurta top.

Dapper dude

Image: A Manish Malhotra creation

A smart, straight-cut jacket and raw silk pants make their presence felt on the ramp.

Aqua serenity

Image: Deepti Gujral for Manish Malhotra

Deepti Gujral looks truly regal in a purple and blue ghagara choli, with brocade and embroidered embellishments.

Pleated passion

Image: Carol Gracias for Manish Malhotra

We see Carol once again, in a rich ghagara showing off minute pleats and earthy hues.

Cool kurta

Image: Freddy Daruwala for Manish Malhotra

Malhotra serves up a dash of mix and match --Freddy Daruwala sports a casual kurta that is set off with a rich floral shawl.

Less is more

Image: Candice Pinto for Manish Malhotra

Candice's lehenga lets the colours and breathtaking fit do the talking -- pristine white and glowing red create a wonderful wedding look.

High fashion guru

Image: Manish Malhotra

Malhotra steps out to acknowledge the applause with a wide grin as his models look on.

Mini mojo

Image: Candice Pinto for Nandita Mahtani

And we now come to Day Three, which saw the chic stylings of Nandita Mahtani take to the catwalk.

Opening the show we have Candice, in a daring backless mini and sexy gladiator heels.

Soft 'n' flirty

Image: Binal Trivedi for Nandita Mahtani

Binal Trivedi glides out next in a playful, wispy white number.

Seductive stripes

Image: A Nandita Mahtani creation

Beige is livened up with slivers of silver on this tiny dress.

Cutwork class

Image: A Nandita Mahtani creation

Another hiked-up hemline is seen, this time with a lovely cutwork pattern and a single panel of chiffon to break the uniformity.

Half and half

Image: A Nandita Mahtani creation

Is it a gown? Is it a jumpsuit? Mahtani manages to fuse both in this undulating outfit, set off by a silver band at the waist.

Trendy tassels

Image: A Nandita Mahtani creation

A tiny yellow tube dress is set off by tassels that swish around becomingly.

See-through sexy

Image: A Nandita Mahtani creation

Sheer numbers always manage to grab eyeballs, like this blouse, worn over a matching bikini and grey skirt.

Gorgeous grey

Image: Deepti Gujral for Nandita Mahtani

We loved Deepti's cocktail, with its silver lining and relaxed fit -- very chic!

Taking the plunge

Image: A Nandita Mahtani creation

Ladies in red are always super-hot, as this seductive, plunging number goes to show!

One for the ladies

Image: Nandita Mahtani (right) and a model

Nandita, looking rather lovely herself, walks out alongside one of her creations.