Preeti Chandra works the Indian warrior look with beaded embellishments on jackets and statement accessories. The collection generously uses velvet – in maxi dresses and shifts giving the show a Middle Eastern feel.

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The body hugging velvet gowns with zardosi embroidery is of course, the must-have piece for this season – aptly bridging Indian identity with an international silhouette. Statement jackets are paired beautifully with fluid maxi gowns in pastel shades to give an androgynous feel to the entire look.

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We loved the zardosi embroidered pumps that breathed life into the garments – accessories like cuffs and big dangly earrings took centre stage this season.

Exaggerated shoulders dominated the collection with self-beading and zardosi embroidery on them – an addition that eclipsed the entire showcase. The looks are feminine and suit the Indian woman – but at certain points, they are mixed with structure to create an illusion of shape. Embellished collars and peplum tops took the collection to an entirely new level.