8th October 2021, Mumbai:

On the first full day of the Fashion Design Council of India and Lakme Fashion Week joint event on October 6, 'The Spotlight' included presentations by Naushad Ali and Swgt with sponsor Nexa at the Fashion Design Council of India and Lakme Fashion Week joint event.

This season's Spotlight exhibit included companies Naushad Ali and Swgt, which were meant to promote up-and-coming talent. Both labels used evocative fashion videos to promote their current collections, with Naushad Ali favouring a vintage style and Swgt drawing inspiration from mountains and the spirit of adventure.

The collection of Naushad Ali began with a beautiful black-and-white film that evoked a romantic image of country life.

The collection combined nostalgia with wearable clothes, with a vintage style and lyrical simplicity.

Checked textiles, unstructured tailoring, and traditional materials paid homage to India's handmade past while also demonstrating how it remains relevant today.

There were also traces of school uniform and loungewear in the men's and women's collections.

Swgt's fashion clip opened with a panoramic shot of stunning mountains, then zoomed in to reveal a model hidden amid the woods.

Swgt's ruffled bonnets, uneven layers, and exquisite details were set against a thick forest setting. The wind flowed elegantly through the thin layers of a model's slate-hued dress as she strolled along a mountain river.

The majestic environment contrasted with the delicate, almost delicate clothes, which were linked by a colour palette of greens, greys, ice blues, and white. Stripes, delicate beaded embellishments, and hats with brims that looked like flower petals were also seen.

The second combined edition of FDCI x LFW runs through October 10th, with showcases streamed on the FDCI's website and social media accounts.

The fashion week is sponsored by TresEmme, Trell, Ajio, and Rise Worldwide, among others, and offers a variety of business-to-business purchasing options for buyers, such as a Virtual Showroom.

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2nd October 2021, Mumbai:

FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week is all set to host a live showcase of Carbon Zero Tencel fibers and Satya Paul by Rajesh Pratap Singh at the finale of Sustainable Fashion Day of Lakme Fashion Week 2021.

Rajesh Pratap Singh’s colorful and sustainable collection titled ‘The Master’s Words’ will pay tribute to the late Satya Paul who passed away earlier this year and launch the revolutionary Carbon zero Tencel™ fibers.

As a brand, Satya Paul has echoed sustainability over the years and experimented with a range of fabrics. The upcoming ready-to-wear collection in association with the Carbon zero Tencel™ fibers by Lenzing is a stride in this direction and addresses the growing demand around circular fashion and carbon neutrality.

In addition to having a higher environmental value, the Carbon zero Tencel™ fibers will also feature the functional benefits of standard TENCEL™ fibers including gentleness on the skin, long-lasting softness, silky smoothness, enhanced breathability and colour retention.

These fibers are certified as CarbonNeutral® and Lenzing’s key initiative towards its goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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29th September 2021, Mumbai:

This season, FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week returns with its one-of-a-kind program, ‘NEXA presents The Spotlight.' After a difficult selection procedure, designers Naushad Ali of label Naushad Ali and label SWGT take home the winning cup in the 2nd edition of the program.

Designers from all across India were asked to take part in the program by presenting their collections, as well as the concept and idea for a fashion film, via a virtual presentation in front of an eminent jury of industry professionals.

The nine shortlisted designers in the final round were Alan Alexander Kaleekal for his label Kaleekal, Santanu Das for his label MAKU Textiles, Naushad Ali for his label Naushad Ali, Resham Karamchandani for her label Pot Plant, Sreejith Jeevan for his label Rouka, Salita Nanda for her label Salita Nanda, Riddhi for her label Studio Medium, and SWGT.

Each designer was tasked with interpreting the theme "Euphoria" in their submissions in line with NEXA's "create, inspire" philosophy. The winning designers will get the opportunity to shoot and create their fashion film, which will premiere during the FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week in October 2021.

The winning presentation by Naushad Ali is all about finding answers to a new path. It's called 'Getting out there- A ride through the morning,' and it's about a free-spirited girl who defies all the norms.

It's fundamentally a route to one's own self-discovery, a trek toward daybreak. The 34-year-old designer from Pondicherry has reinterpreted Indian weaving traditions with his SS/FW'21 collection, which features multi-colored strong strokes of Jamdani in textured cotton, big-scale irregular checks, and variegated stripes in a variety of natural colors.

SWGT's winning presentation is based on Shweta Gupta's childhood memories and the local history of Almora, where the 34-year-old designer grew up. The muse is personified as a seeker, traveler, gatherer, and thinker in her label SWGT, which represents the link between the mountains, people, and culture.

The designer depicts the folds of mountains and waterfalls surrounding us in this season's collection, and the techniques she uses to create her outfits are inspired by the cutting of the Himalayan Ranges.

“We at FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week believe that the young and rising generation of designers has the potential to determine the future of fashion,” said Jaspreet Chandok, Head, RISE Fashion & Lifestyle. The second edition of ‘NEXA presents The Spotlight' demonstrates our dedication to provide them with a platform to display their work.

I would like to congratulate all of the nominated designers on their outstanding designs. For the first time, we've chosen two winners for NEXA Presents The Spotlight, and we're really thrilled to see what Naushad Ali and SWGT have in store for their audience.”

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06 October 2021, Mumbai:

The finale of Sustainable Fashion Day of Lakme Fashion Week 2021 will include a live showcase of Carbon Zero Tencel fibers collection from Satya Paul by Rajesh Pratap Singh. The collection from Satya Paul by Rajesh Pratap Singh tilted ‘The Master’s Words’ pays tribute to late Satya Paul who passed away earlier this year.

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True to Satya Paul’s brand DNA, Rajesh Pratap Singh, Creative Director will present a contemporary collection for men and women that embodies bold prints and silhouettes that go from streetwear to evening wear.

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01 October 2021, Mumbai:

FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week have launched the second edition of their program – ‘Nexa presents The Spotlight’.

The second edition of the program sees designers Naushad Ali of label Naushad Ali, and label SWGT emerge as winners through a competitive selection process. Designers from all across India were invited to present their collections via a virtual presentation in front of an esteemed jury comprising industry experts.

Shortlisted designers in the final round included Alan Alexander Kaleekal for his label Kaleekal; Santanu Das for his label MAKU Textiles; Naushad Ali for his label Naushad Ali; ReshamKaramchandani for her label Pot Plant; SreejithJeevan for his label Rouka; Salita Nanda for her label Salita Nanda; Riddhi for her label Studio Medium and SWGT.

Each of the designers was given the task to interpret the theme ‘Euphoria’ in line with Nexa’s ‘create, inspire’ ethos in their submissions.

The winning designers have been given an opportunity to shoot and create their fashion film, which will be showcased at the upcoming FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week in October 2021.

Naushad Ali’s winning presentation, ‘Getting out there- A ride through the dawn’, is a story of a free-spirited girl who is breaking all the ground rules. With his SS/FW’21 collection, the 34-year-old designer from Pondicherry re-interpreted Indian weaving techniques, brought multi-coloured bold strokes of Jamdani in textured cotton, large scale irregular checks, and variegated stripes in a plethora of natural colours.

SWGT’s winning presentation takes inspiration from Shweta Gupta’s childhood experiences and local histories of Almora, where the 34-year-old designer was brought up.

Her label SWGT reflects the connection between the mountains, people and its culture where the muse is personified as a seeker, wanderer, gatherer and thinker. This season’s collection sees the designer depict the folds of mountains and waterfalls around us, and the techniques used while creating her ensembles are inspired by the cuts of the Himalayan Ranges.

The Chanderi textiles from Central India used to create her pieces are a derivative of the play of light with these mighty forms.

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20th September 2021, Mumbai:

Fast growing women clothing and accessory brand, Pour Femme India has announced its foray into hand-embroidered accessory segment.

As per an Apparel Resources report, the brand has added two new niche products, designer hand clutches and hairbands, in its portfolio, while Pour Femme clothing has already seen remarkable acceptance from the Indian consumers.

Incepted in 2013, the brand currently runs its business on e-commerce platforms – on its own portal www.pourfemmeindia.com and has partnered with Amazon, Flipkart amongst others.

As the Indian domestic apparel retail market is booming and the growth is expected to be accelerated in post-COVID market, the diversification of Pour Femme India aims at voiding gaps in hand-embroidered hand clutch and hairband categories for the niche market.

By adding these two products in its basket, the brand also aims to uplift Indian artisans and their livelihood as it collaborates with artisans, who live in Tier-II and Tier-III cities of India, in the most sustainable way.

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05 Octtober 2021, Mumbai:

This year's FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week season will see Gaurav Gupta return to the runway as The Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale Designer.

This time around, the brand's mission is to "embracing change, stepping out of our comfort zones, and reinventing life as we know it."

The collection, dubbed #DefineToRedefine, attempts to redefine the runway finale by offering a design interpretation that was born in the sea.

Gaurav will create magic as he pushes Lakmé's beauty statement of #DefineToRedefine to the next level with Kareena Kapoor Khan as the showstopper in the finale collection, which is made completely of recycled ocean plastic.

Gaurav hopes to reduce carbon emissions and aid in the mitigation of climate change with this collection. He has utilized textiles made from crisp and biscuit wrappers, plastic bottles, and other everyday commodities that have been dug from seas and landfills to produce a portion of the collection.

“I am delighted to present our take of #DefineToRedefine on the runway for the Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale and make sustainability sexy,” Gaurav Gupta said of the collaboration.

Working with Lakmé Fashion Week is always exciting, and having Kareena Kapoor Khan as my inspiration just adds to the experience. The Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale is set to push boundaries in fashion and beauty this year more than ever.”

Gaurav's newest collection comprises couture, demi-couture, and ready-to-wear items, while new glamour emerges, challenging what is casual and what is extravagant.

Digital renderings and fabric research evoke a new style, drawing inspiration from the constant presence of aquatic life, coral, jellyfish, and fantastical creatures.

“As trendsetters, we at Lakmé are thrilled to be a part of this year's finale and to collaborate with Gaurav, who has such an edge design sense, which is ideal for this season's trend callout - #DefineToRedefine.

The theme for Lakmé Fashion Week 2021 is ‘Define to Redefine,' a notion that honors the spirit of neoterics, the capacity to radically redefine the way things are perceived and done, while also keeping in mind our newest offering.

Taking inspiration from this attitude of redefinition, ace designer Gaurav Gupta's collection will “put a spin on reinventing the way people look at fashion and couture as we know it by developing a collection created from ocean plastic waste,” according to Sumati Mattu, Lakmé's Head of Innovations.

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29th September 2021, Mumbai:

To commemorate “NBA 75,” the league's historic 75th Anniversary Season in 2021-22, the National Basketball Association (NBA) has partnered with Lakmé Fashion Week to invite fashion designers from throughout India to submit ideas for an “NBA 75” collection.

A judging team comprised of fashion designers, industry professionals, and local influencers will review selected designs, with the winning designer being unveiled at the next Lakmé Fashion Week in October.

After that, the winner will be mentored by a top fashion expert and will collaborate with the NBA on a capsule collection to honor NBA 75.

Scott Levy, NBA Asia Executive Vice President & Managing Director, said, "We are delighted to partner with Lakmé Fashion Week and provide Indian designers the ability to express their ideas in honor of NBA 75."

“During our historic 75th Anniversary Season, the NBA and its players are linked with fashion and culture, and this friendly competition will demonstrate the creativity and enthusiasm that Indian designers have for basketball and the NBA.”

The NBA 75 collection, which includes jerseys, T-shirts, headgear, sweatpants, hoodies, jackets, and other items, will debut at Lakmé Fashion Week in March 2022 and will be available for purchase on NBAStore.in and at select retail locations.

The National Basketball Association, the Women's National Basketball Association, the NBA G League, and the NBA 2K League are the four professional sports leagues that make up the NBA.

The Basketball Africa League is run jointly by the NBA and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) (BAL).

The NBA has a significant worldwide presence, with games and programming available in more than 50 languages in 215 nations and territories, and merchandise available in more than 100,000 outlets in 100 countries across six continents.

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16th September 2021, Mumbai:

The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and Blenders Pride Fashion Tour are organizing a sustainable fashion design challenge titled ‘My Planet My Pride.’ The competition will see 10 teams compete to win ‘The Showcase.’

The teams will work together to create a full fashion look and photoshoot and compete to win the chance to take part in the upcoming edition of fashion show Blenders Pride Fashion Tour.

The teams each consists a designer, photographer, model, and content creator. Each team has received mentoring from industry professionals including designers Amit Aggarwal and Anju Modi on how to reuse, repurpose, and recycle garments, donated by 60 leading Indian fashion designers, and how to create an editorial fashion shoot.

The showcase will give aspirants a platform to exhibit their creative expression with pride. Redefining their career path, the winning talent will stand a chance to showcase their work in the next edition of Blenders Pride Fashion Tour.

Jury members include Sunil Sethi, Chairman, FDCI, Designer Gaurav Gupta, and actress, designer, and model Neha Sharma among others. The initiative aims to promote sustainable fashion. FDCI will also share tips on how to reuse clothing as part of the promotions for The Showcase.

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