Ipso Facto
From an MBA, to working with Yash Raj Films and teaching yoga, learning the craft of theatre, Rachit is now ready to perfect his catwalk under the spotlight. By Asmita Aggarwal
Style-o-nomics
Two first timers, Sanjeet and Arjun, get set for the AIFW Aut-Winter 2016 as an economics graduate and across the border boy compete for the spotlight. By Asmita Aggarwal
70 MM Dreams
Morocco-born and Amsterdam raised Ikram, a huge Bollywood fan hopes to work with filmmaker Farah Khan, as this first-time model remains a true Priyanka Chopra admirer. By Asmita Aggarwal
Pretty Woman
Lagos-born Ugochi, a trained interior designer fights prejudice against blacks by day and keeps her head held high as she shines on the catwalk for the first time. By Asmita Aggarwal
Out-of-the-Box
This national level badminton player and part-time boxer, who grew up in Darbhanga, has set her eyes on being a civil servant. Meet the tour de force in fashion, the lovely Aishwarya Sushmita! By Asmita Aggarwal
Not tilting the scales
Lawyer-turned-model Olivia, loves the cultural magnificence of India as this history lover is charmed by the vivacity of its colours and flavours! By Asmita Aggarwal
Out-of-the (beat) box
Sanjay Gargs Raw Mango keeps the mood upbeat as his mushroo and mogra remind you of quintessential India and leaves you longing for more! By Asmita Aggarwal
The Grand Finale
Manish Malhotra’s show Couture Soiree was a befitting finale to a week of stylish haute couture and high fashion at Amazon India Couture Week.
DRAMATIC DESIGN
Simplicity and elegance was a key theme in the ‘Maharadjah & Co’ collection. Designer’s Rimple and Harpreet Narula took a minimalist approach to traditional Indian silhouettes, rather than going with over the top embellishments and zardozi chose to use subtle crystals and muted tones.
IT’S SHOWTIME
There’s no business like show business; and in the fashion space it’s the choreographer who runs the show. A candid conversation with Aparna Bahl reveals the colossal task that goes on behind the scenes.