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PIX: Peek-a-boo dresses, cute purses!

Last updated on: August 21, 2011 19:13 IST

Image: A Sougat Paul creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

We bring you a round-up of showings by Sabah Khan, Sougat Paul and more!

The first half of Day Five at Lakme saw plenty of pretty outfits with cut-away detailing and accessories galore. Here are the best runway picks from 'SOUP' by Sougat Paul, Nimish Shah's label 'Shift', Rohan Arora, Shagufta Quamar, Atithi Gupta and 'Sabashe' by Sabah Khan.

We start off with Sougat Paul's offerings from label SOUP -- his latest line is inspired by Spanish director Pedro Almodovar's movies and incorporated themes like style, drama and colour. Seen here is a pretty evening dress in steely grey.

Textured tantaliser

Image: A Sougat Paul creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

A sexy little mini makes its way out next, with blue texturing against a white background.

Cocktail class

Image: A Sougat Paul creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

The designer offers up a classy plunging number with gathered waist and delicate ruffles cascading down.

Black beauty

Image: Candice Pinto for Sougat Paul
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Candice Pinto looks stunning in this one-sided ribbed affair.

Fancy threads

Image: Nicole Faria for Sougat Paul
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

One of Paul's final entries is modelled by Nicole Faria -- a black lace-lined beige silk bustier that moves into a woven skirt.

Spiritual accessories

Image: A Shagufta Quamar creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

Handbag designer Shagufta Quamar worked around the theme of spirituality for her latest collection -- 'Moksha: The Pursuit of Inner Peace' consisted of earthy tones and prints of the Buddha and Krishna on carry-alls.

Lotus look

Image: A Shagufta Quamar creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

The lotus is a Buddhist symbol and is incorporated into this cute round purse.

Mystic messenger

Image: A Shagufta Quamar creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

Featuring a mysterious hand bathed in light, this messenger is sure to pull off any boho outfit.

Serene style

Image: A Shagufta Quamar creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

And finally, this blue tote features a golden image of the Buddha.

The beautiful female form

Image: An Atithi Gupta creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Called 'Side-an' (which translates as 'the beautiful female form' in Irish), Atithi Gupta's new collection targets the stylish global woman. Seen here is a unique cut-away jumpsuit featuring pleated crops.

Easygoing drape

Image: Alesia Raut for Atithi Gupta
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Alesia Raut models an easygoing drape dress with pleating detail and sparkling touches.

Sheer oomph

Image: An Atithi Gupta creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

With a plunging sheer neckline, this sexy rouched number makes quite a statement.

Wine tones

Image: An Atithi Gupta creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Warm and rich, the wine-coloured tone of this asymmetrical outfit and its peek-a-boo neckline add up to a winner.

Mesmerise in black

Image: Nicole Faria for Atithi Gupta
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Gupta's piece-de-resistance, in rouched black with amazing cutwork, gets two thumbs-up.

Paying tribute to tailors

Image: Alesia Raut for Sabah Khan
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Sabah Khan's label Sabashe paid homage to the tailor. Called 'Darzi', eye-catching accessories like scissors, the needle and thread, sewing machines and hangers complemented the garments, which consisted of Indo-Western silhouettes. Seen here is Alesia Raut in a tiered green and ivory maxi with black border.

Burgundy flavour

Image: A Sabah Khan creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

A pleated lehenga-like skirt and striped choli take to the runway.

The right balance

Image: A Sabah Khan creation
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Fluid and voluminous, a pair of funky salwaars set off a fitted tunic with exaggerated sleeves.

Flirty femme

Image: Nicole Faria for Sabah Khan
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Nicole looks lovely in this flirty green flaired number.

Sari stripes

Image: Surelee Joseph for Sabah Khan
Photographs: Uday Kuckian

Surelee Joseph makes an entrance in a simple sari with striped detail, which winds down Khan's showing.

French influence

Image: A Shift creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

Nimish Shah's label Shift presented a new line influenced by French filmmaker Jacques Tati. Casual, comfortable and chic, the garments had that hint of European sophistication to them, like this paisley dress.

Of collars and pockets

Image: A Shift creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

An interesting tunic shows off a contrast collar and front pockets.

Urbane edge

Image: A Shift creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

The designer combines a sophisticated jacket with a soft floral skirt.

Ready for travel

Image: A Shift creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

Complete with a carry-all, a simple beige number with floral print and sweater tied on is perfect for the travelling fashionista.

Suspender story

Image: Tamara Moss for Shift
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

Tamara Moss channels old European charm with a pair of bermudas, suspenders and a sweater.

Fancyfree footwear

Image: A Rohan Arora creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

Footwear designer Rohan Arora's collection consisted of handmade shoes with touches of glamour and quirky kitsch. Called 'Leela', the line featured everything from corduroy with block and screen prints to chicken-leg and sheepskin leather, pure satin for uppers and mahogany wood for heels. Seen here is a funky pair of men's lace-ups.

Sophisticated heels

Image: A Rohan Arora creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

For the ladies, we see a pair of becoming heels in pink and blue with cut-away panels.

Beaded and bright

Image: A Rohan Arora creation
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

This blue and red bead-lined pair will make you a real hotstepper!

Wonderful wedges

Image: Tamara Moss for Rohan Arora
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

And finally, we have a pair of lovely multi-hued wedges worn by Tamara Moss that are nothing if not eye-catching.