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Fashion: Paromita brings rustic charm

Fashion: Paromita brings rustic charm

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Designer Paromita Banerjee showcased her latest offerings on Day Four of the LFW. Titled 'The laal paar and other stories', her line sought to add a rustic touch and de-glamorise fashion; it was inspired by the 'laal paar', the traditional hand-woven red border sari of Bengal. Here's a glimpse.

Clothes that change like a chameleon

Clothes that change like a chameleon

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Day Four of the LFW was opened by designer Purvi Doshi with her 'Kachindo' collection. 'Kachindo' means chameleon in Gujarati and it's a fitting name for these creations, which metamorphose into a variety of different silhouettes. Check it out.

Fashion: A play of cottons and colours

Fashion: A play of cottons and colours

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Masaba Gupta showcased 'Chhalni', her latest resortwear line for women as well as her first men's collection, 'Litmus Test', on Day Four of the LFW. Here's a glimpse.

Deepika Padukone stuns at Shantanu-Nikhil showing!

Deepika Padukone stuns at Shantanu-Nikhil showing!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2010

It was one of the most electric showings at the LFW so far. Designer duo Shantanu and Nikhil, in collaboration with sports giant Adidas, offered a line of vibrant garments and accessories on Day Three -- and Deepika did a showstopping entry that had others pale in comparison, showing up in hot pants! Don't miss the 'Moto Chic' collection!

Seductive, summery creations from Anupamaa

Seductive, summery creations from Anupamaa

Rediff.com6 Mar 2010

Here's what designer Anupama Dayal had to offer on Day Two of the LFW -- a resort collection inspired by the nomads of the Thar desert. Check it out.

Video: The dark side of Lakme Fashion Week

Video: The dark side of Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com6 Mar 2010

Designer duo Smita Singh Rathore and Shani Himanshu came up with a macabre theme of dark romanticism for their showing at the LFW.

How actor Rekha inspired this fashion designer

How actor Rekha inspired this fashion designer

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

'(Actor) Rekha has seen me since I was born.' 'She has been a huge inspiration in my life as a designer.'

These were the Best Dressed People of 2016

These were the Best Dressed People of 2016

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

Presenting this year's most stylish looks ever.

Deepika dazzles Hollywood-style!

Deepika dazzles Hollywood-style!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2009

Designer duo Gauri and Nainika put on a power-packed show on Day Four of the LFW. The line was a reflection of old-school Hollywood glam and the celeb quotient was provided by the lovely Deepika Padukone. Check it out!

Manish Malhotra's spellbinding bridal collection

Manish Malhotra's spellbinding bridal collection

Rediff.com19 Sep 2009

Bollywood designer Manish Malhotra closed Day Two of the LFW with a spellbinding bridal collection. Don't miss it!

Anand Kabra's Kumari: Sensual yet spiritual

Anand Kabra's Kumari: Sensual yet spiritual

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

Here's what designer Anand Kabra showcased on the LFW ramp on Day One -- in his own words, a sensual yet spiritual collection called Kumari.

Shriya, Tamannah and Tapsee at fashion week

Shriya, Tamannah and Tapsee at fashion week

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

Presenting the stars who made a glitzy entry at the Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai.

Model Rosie Huntington welcomes first baby

Model Rosie Huntington welcomes first baby

Rediff.com2 Jul 2017

Don't miss the hottest buzz from the world of fashion and entertainment.

Unrequited love on the ramp: Rimi Nayak

Unrequited love on the ramp: Rimi Nayak

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

Here's a glimpse of designer Rimi Nayak's showing on the final day of the LFW. Called 'Azure Amour', the collection was woven around a tale of unrequited love and the garments were grouped into four basic looks with nautical themes.

Virginal whites from Vikram Phadnis

Virginal whites from Vikram Phadnis

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Prominent designer Vikram Phadnis left behind his love for colour and bridals on Day Four of the LFW -- here's a look at his very white collection, with just a hint of sparkle, black and beige thrown in.

The Butterfly Effect flits onto the ramp

The Butterfly Effect flits onto the ramp

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Duo Kiran and Meghna offered up the latest in resortwear from their label Myoho on Day Four of the LFW. Called 'The Butterfly Effect', it is "an effervescent collection that flutters into your life with its myriad hues and shades", according to the designers. Take a look.

Corpse brides, gothic Lolitas on the ramp

Corpse brides, gothic Lolitas on the ramp

Rediff.com6 Mar 2010

Designer duo Smita Singh Rathore and Shani Himanshu came up with a macabre theme of dark romanticism, titled 'A la mode a la mort' (Fashionable to the death') for their showing at the LFW. Here's a look at the latest from their label 11.11, a brand of the Delhi-based CellDSGN studio.

I got into fashion by fluke: Masaba Gupta

I got into fashion by fluke: Masaba Gupta

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

For fashion designer Masaba Gupta, daughter of actress Neena Gupta and West Indies cricket legend Vivian Richards, Lakme Fashion Week was a big coming-out party. Presenting excerpts from an interview with rediff.com

On the runway: Love, revolution and passion

On the runway: Love, revolution and passion

Rediff.com20 Sep 2009

Designer label Lecoanet Hemant showcased three distinct lines on the third day of the LFW -- sporty vests and jackets for men, slinky cocktail dresses for women and a third, very unusual organic line of 'Ayurganic' clothing. Read on.

John Abraham rocks the ramp for Rocky S

John Abraham rocks the ramp for Rocky S

Rediff.com20 Sep 2009

Celebrated designer Rocky S brought Day Three of the LFW to an opulent close with a great mix of old world charm, the gothic punk look and Bollywood heavyweight John Abraham. Don't miss it!

'Modelling is temporary; looks don't last long'

'Modelling is temporary; looks don't last long'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

Acquin Pais tells us about the women who turn him on, his physique, and what fashion is all about.

What it takes to be a model! Indian beauty queen tells all

What it takes to be a model! Indian beauty queen tells all

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

LFW model Aradhana Buragohain details the pressure she is under to look good.

Move over  supermodels, make way for the college kids

Move over supermodels, make way for the college kids

Rediff.com22 Sep 2009

To fit in with the theme of his line Tangiers for the final day of the LFW, veteran designer Narendra Kumar ditched models in favour of college girls on the ramp.

Rawal goes Cuban, Prateik Babbar showstops

Rawal goes Cuban, Prateik Babbar showstops

Rediff.com20 Sep 2009

Designer Kunal Rawal created a special Cuban line of menswear to launch Mahindra's new 125 cc Rodeo Power Scooter on Day Three of the LFW. Actor Prateik Babbar of Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na fame, was the showstopper. Here's a glimpse of the action on the ramp.

Rawal goes Cuban, Prateik Babbar showstops

Rawal goes Cuban, Prateik Babbar showstops

Rediff.com20 Sep 2009

Designer Kunal Rawal created a special Cuban line of menswear to launch Mahindra's new 125 cc Rodeo Power Scooter on Day Three of the LFW. Actor Prateik Babbar of Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na fame, was the showstopper. Here's a glimpse of the action on the ramp.

#GenNext: The future of fashion is here

#GenNext: The future of fashion is here

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

Seven GenNext designers opened Day One of the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort here in Mumbai.

Want to be a model? DON'T stress

Want to be a model? DON'T stress

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

Stress is not an option in this fast-paced life, warns model Akanksha Maurya.

'People made me feel that I am not pretty'

'People made me feel that I am not pretty'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

"I wanted to be a model since childhood. But as I am dusky, in North India, it's a taboo. People made me feel that I am not pretty." Aspiring model Neha Verma opens up to Rediff.com

'Beta, you are a beautiful girl trapped in a fat body'

'Beta, you are a beautiful girl trapped in a fat body'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com speaks to aspiring plus size models who, for the first time, will walk at Lakme Fashion Week.

Off ramp styles at Lakme Fashion Week

Off ramp styles at Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

A look at the trends outside of the fashion week shows.

Amy Jackson attends London Fashion Week

Amy Jackson attends London Fashion Week

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Govt employee by day, designer by night

Govt employee by day, designer by night

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

'People didn't know of my presence until they saw my saris at the Lakme Fashion Week.'

'Love the marriage between Bollywood and fashion'

'Love the marriage between Bollywood and fashion'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Monisha Jaising takes time off from the on-going Lakme Fashion Week to share some quick career tips with Anita Aikara/Rediff.com.

'Indian girls should be brave'

'Indian girls should be brave'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

Meet model Smita Lasrado, the Mumbai girl who is turning on the heat at international runways for labels like Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, Etam etc.

'I wouldn't date Virat Kohli'

'I wouldn't date Virat Kohli'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

"Virat is fabulous," says 27-year old model Ritu Chauhan from New Delhi... but that doesn't make her think of dating her favourite cricketer. Speaking to Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com, Ritu throws light on her journey into modelling and how she thinks couples should work hand-in-hand.

PICS: Off ramp beauties

PICS: Off ramp beauties

Rediff.com27 Aug 2016

They have their unique style mantras and an attitude to go with them.

EXCLUSIVE! Model Mitali Rannorey turns photographer for Rediff

EXCLUSIVE! Model Mitali Rannorey turns photographer for Rediff

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Model Mitali Rannorey went behind the camera at Lakme Fashion Week, and captured moments only an insider can.

Pics: Queen Elizabeth II makes London Fashion Week debut visit!

Pics: Queen Elizabeth II makes London Fashion Week debut visit!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The 91-year-old British monarch sat in the front row with fashion royalty.

Tomorrow's stars

Tomorrow's stars

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

Showcasing the creativity of a new generation of talent. Seven Gen Next designers presented their creations at the Lakm Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.

10 reasons why we LOVE Esha Gupta, the model

10 reasons why we LOVE Esha Gupta, the model

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

#FlashbackFriday: Going back in time with the Baadshaho star