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The fourth day of the Wills Lifestyle India fashion week witnessed hair and make-up that beautifully complimented every designer’s outfits. Take a look.
Hair Styling
Neatly braided hair on one side, classic buns, low tied ponytails and neatly kept straight hair were the highlights of the hairstyles chosen by the designers on the Day 4 of the event.
What stood out were the multiple buns donned by the models witnessed at the Wendell Rodricks show.
Make-up
Keeping the make-up relatively simple with typical pinks, nudes, peaches with glossy lips; the make-up sported by the models complimented every designer’s collection!
What caught our attention were the Smokey eyes seen at the Rabani & Rakha and Siddartha Tytler’s show and a white matching lower water line that beautifully complimented Wendell Rodricks white on white collection.
Hair Accessories
The designers did however play around with accessories a little. Dev r nil had their models wear hanging ear cuffs on one side that stood out in terms of accessories while Kidney shaped ear loops were sported at the Rabani & Rakha show. Designer Siddartha Tytler also presented Victorian headgears completing the look for his outfits!
Day 4 at WIFW was a summary of everything you should expect next spring! From ethnic wear with intricate cutwork to LBD’s with trench collars, the fourth day had it all. Here’s a look at everything we loved from the fourth day of #WIFW
The fourth day of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week kicked off with Bhanuni by Jyoti, Josh Goraya and Vivek Karunakaran showcasing their collections. Designer Mrinalini showcased an amalgamation of flowy silhouettes in whites infused with blues, white and greens.
Sahil Kochhar’s collection titled ‘Dhoop-Chaon’ exhibited ethnic wear with meticulously engineered thread work and cutwork whereas Shweta Kapur’s label 431-88 displayed monochromes, LBD’s with trench collars, sheer tops, panel detailing on pockets, collars and waistline making the perfect sporty luxe statement for Spring and Summer. Dev R Nil interpret the Bohemian vibe in their own unique manner with printed suits and Nehru Jackets for men and crop tops, skirts and maxi dresses for women while Urvashi Kaur redefined Boho yet again with stripe on stripe ensembles, prints and checks.
Designer duo Rabani and Rakha put the best of gold for the wedding season on the runway. Lehengas in sheer, brocade prints, lace and embellished patchwork set the tone for their Spring collection. Siddartha Tytler’s collection represented the meeting of Victorian whites with contemporary fashion along with a touch of royal blue and gold in perfectly tailored structures while Raakesh Agarvwal took a cue from the festivities and presented garments in bright oranges with gold detailing. Concluding the day was designer Wendell Rodricks’ collection took its inspiration from Indian Yoga and its effect on the mind, body and soul. With shift dresses, kurtas, separates and capes made from khadi, cotton and linenthe show had a calming sense like that of a spiritual journey.
The third day of WIFW took heavy inspiration from festivities and India’s rich cultural roots.
Hair Accessories
Day 3 at WIFW kicked off with Chhaya Mehrotra presenting accessories like the Banarasi gamcha, jhumkas and jholas and Poonam Dubey taking hair and makeup inspiration from Goddess Durga with models walking down the ramp donning ‘Maatha Pattis’ and ‘KamarBandhs’. Anupama Dayal tied scarves into a turban-like look for her models whereas designer Masaba Gupta took inspiration from festive quirkiness in a very unique fashion by using ‘Parandis’ made out of firecrackers and Jasmine flowers.
Hair Styling
Ashish Soni added a feather in caps made out of braids and Rajesh Pratap Singh went for curly hair tied into messy buns. Nachiket Barve and Shivan and Narresh opted the fresh-out-of-the-water-look for their models.
Make-up
Rajesh Pratap Singh and Ashish Soni went for bare minimum makeup and subtle smokey eyes whereas designer Payal Singhal added a bright coral lip colour. Designer Masaba Gupta’s ‘Patakha’ inspired collection had models in minimal makeup with red lower lids.
As the third day of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week comes to an end, we get you the highlights of the day.
The third day of WIFW started with shows inspired by the rich Indian culture. Designer Chhaya Mehrotra infused Banarasi nuances with contemporary fashion while designer Poonam Dubey presented an ethnic collection inspired by Goddess Durga in holy reds and whites with gold embellishments. Ritu Pande’s spring collection found its showstopper in the sport star Sania Mirza decked in a beautiful white gown. Prerna Bharadwaj played with a fusion of blues and whites displaying shift and body-con dresses whereas designer Ankita’s label Saaj had quite a party on the runway with models sporting whites blended with golds and reflectors.
Designer Sneha Arora presented a beautiful collection of summer suits in colours like summer yellow and pistachio green while designer Tanvi Kedia also put forth a collection inspired by the Indian culture and exhibited a blend of boho with Indian embroidery, Kolhapuris, jhumkas and jholas. Payal Singhal’s ensembles were heavy on silk and motifs with Bollywood actress Aditi Rao Hydari walking the ramp as the showstopper. Reynu Taandon unveiled a collection with sheer garments and colourful floral embroidery through gowns, palazzos, cropped jackets and more whereas designer Nachiket Barve’s collection ‘Kalahari’ borrowed its color palette from the sun, sand and the skies with intricate wooden beadwork, hand embroidery and thread work.
Anupamaa by designer Anupama Dayal had shades of blue, white and pink splashed on to each other depicting summer fun by means of kaftans, cropped jackets and pants & the duo Shivan and Narresh set the runway on fire, quite literally, with models dressed in minimalistic resort wear made with sharp lines and the fresh-out-of-the-water look. Futuristic yet retro made a statement with Designer Sanchita’s collection with ruffled pleats, graphic prints and models walking down the runway in studded vintage sunglasses. Ashish Soni showcased a collection inspired by feathers with feather-like motifs scattered over jumpsuits, separates and suits. Colours like charcoal grey, white, blue and black were spread over garments that were tailored to perfection.
Rajesh Pratap Singh presented hand spun khadi denims with a wide array of suits, jackets, pants, kurtas, scarfs for both men and women. Concluding the day was the stunning show presented by Masaba Gupta. Adding a beautiful yet sparkling collection themed on festive quirkiness, her outfits were a delight to the eyes with shades of yellow, gold and silver stealing the show!
Second day of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week also witnessed minimal makeup and sleek summer hair.
Shades of blush and red for the lips and cheeks were predominant throughout the day with models walking down the ramp in a fresh-faced look perfect for summer.
Hair was pulled up in French buns, tied into wavy braids and just left tousled.
The bare minimum makeup and accessories made the clothes and impact of the show cut-clean it’s victory.Headgear and accessories were kept simple with single pearl earrings and necklaces and simple woollen beanies.
Day 2 of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week was big on flowy silhouettes, sheer fabric, embroidery and gold detailing. Take a look at the highlights of the day that stole the show for us.
The second day of the glam-packed Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week started on a whimsical note with Eka showcasing flowy silhouettes for Spring in tones of white, mint and light blue. Designer Samant Chauhan continued the flowy romance throughout the day displaying summer layers, capes and intricately embroidered garments. Also adding movement to her outifts was designer Payal Pratap with her dreamy collection made out of a colourful palette with dominating whites and woven cut-work.
Virtues by Ashish, Viral and Vikrant took a stand for people living with HIV/AIDS. Their beautiful collection was made with whites and reds with meticulous thread work detailing but what stood out was the first sighting of menswear on the ramp with dhoti pants and jackets. Fashion for a cause was quite the theme on the second day as Designer duo Gauri and Nainika also presented a collection inspired by earth and global warming with whites, blues and greens making up for most of their collection.
Designer Kavita Bhartia went big on the sparkle with separates, maxis, sheer skirts and gold embellished detailing. Metallics and sequins added dazzle to Designer Malini Ramani’s collection with a spectacular presentation of tribal prints and monochromes.
Bringing spring colours to the ramp was designer Manish Gupta with his splash of sunlight yellow distributed evenly amongst earthy tones. Designer duo Pankaj and Nidhi’s collection ‘Vintage Closet’ concluded the day with bringing back fond memories of the yesteryear with high waist full skirts, old-world beadwork, cape dresses and jackets.
Gone Girl, The Equalizer, The Book of life and Fury are the Hollywood movies set to entertain you throughout the month of October! Watch to find out what to expect from these films.
Hitting the screens on October 10th is the mystery-thriller flick ‘Gone Girl’. Directed by David Fincher, the movie revolves around the unfortunate story of a man’s missing wife. Things get rough when the biggest suspect behind the mystery is the man himself. The movie stars Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris.
Releasing on the same day is the Denzel Washington starrer, ‘The Equalizer’. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, this American thriller portrays the story of a retired black ops government operative who lands into trouble while trying to help a girl from the Russian mafia.
Diego Luna, Zoe Saldana and Channing Tatum’s 3D animation starrer ‘The Book of life’ releases on the 17th of October. Directed by Jorge Gutierrez the movie centers around the magical journey of a young man and his quest to rescue his true love along with fulfilling his family’s expectations.
Brad Pitt is back with ‘Fury’ on 31st October. Set during World War II, this David Ayer directorial depicts a platoon of out-numbered and out-gunned soldiers making their way to a strike at the heart of Nazi Germany.
The biggest fashion extravaganza in the country, WIFW kicked off with a burst of flowers on the runway. Day 1 witnessed a fresh whiff of spring in terms of colours, designs, patterns and fashion. Here’s a list of things we absolutely loved from day 1 of the event.
The day started with Pero by Aneeth Arora showcasing white flowy cottons, lace, chanderi and silk on a set that was inspired by flowers, seeds and garden greens.
Not so serious by Pallavi Mohan also presented an amalgamation of whites with sheer fabrics and embellishments.
Summers have always favoured prints and so was seen on the runway. Designer duo Hemant and Nandita brought Aztec back with a retro twist – the 70s fringe.
Geisha designs by designer duo Paras and Shalini displayed the usual florals for spring with a unique spin. Models decked in halo like head pieces donning maxis, pleats and separates presented a dreamy collection inspired by nostalgia.
Structures made for our favourite highlight of the day. Designer Atsu displayed an architectural representation of flowers for spring with meticulously structured garments in shades of pastels, gold and just the right pop of red.
The dynamic designer duo Alpana Neeraj put forth a collection inspired by Japanese flowers, Anime and Manga. Intricately structured pieces in shades of white, red and blush dominated their collection.
Fashion week isn’t just about clothes, it also sets the tone for the kind of hair and make-up you should prep yourself for next season. Day one at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week SS’15 saw minimal make up set in blush and peachy tones, simple hair and a touch off accessories with headgears.
Barely-there look dominated the runway in terms of make-up on Day 1 of the fashion extravaganza. Models walked down the ramp with minimal make-up with a slight pop of colour on the lips.
Hair was also styled minimally with low ponytails, hair slicked down and tucked behind ears and tied into braids with graphic waves.
Headgears and hair accessories added oomph to the outfits with Designer Aneeth Arora opting for literally floral hair bands for spring, Designer duo Hemant and Nandita added visor caps to enhance the overall look and Designers Alpana Neeraj opting for pleated paper headgears to add to their Japanese inspiration.
Deciding your outfits for Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week is the ultimate wardrobe dilemma. But this time, we have got you help. Take inspiration from Wills Lifestyle’s A/W’14 collection and look drop dead gorgeous at the most coveted fashion event in the country.
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Get that military jacket out and pair it with a printed top and a pair of fitted jeggings or denims. Try teaming different shades of the same colour to make a statement. Add gold accessories, nude footwear and a bag, finish the look with vintage sunglasses and you’re good to go.
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Add a sporty touch to your otherwise feminine look. Pair a dress with high-top sneakers and carry a sling bag, add a chunk of accessories to your wrist and complete your outfit with a beanie or a scarf.
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Wear a bright jacket with your plain jumpsuit and add a touch of gold with the accessories. Mix up different colours through added accessories like a side bag, a clutch, footwear and a matching phone cover. Be sure to balance out the colours by adding some nude elements and you’re done.
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Reverse the classic suit look by wearing the brighter colour on the outside and the darker colour on the inside. Swap the shirt for a swing cami top, add a pop of colour on your nails and the lips, wear matching accessories, pointed toe pumps and be ready to make heads turn.
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Pair structured silhouettes together like a peplum top with a pencil fit skirt and flaunt your curves. Keep the accessories minimal with this one and carry a structured bag (structure structure structure!). Finish your look with stilettos.
Excited about the upcoming #WIFW Spring/Summer 2015? Before you step out here’s something you need to know! Trendspotters TV and #WillsFashionAcademy present to you a list of things one should always remember while attending the 5-day extravaganza. Take a look.
Heels: We agree that heels are the most important element of any fashionable outfit, but fashion weeks can make it rough. That’s right, High heels (no matter how comfortable they are) are never a good option if you’re at an event that requires you being on your toes all day long. Avoid them and go in for wedges or a rather shorter pair of heels and thank us later!
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Camera: Imagine an event filled with Glamour, Models, Designers, Celebrities etc. and no cameras!! Keep your Smartphone’s camera handy if you don’t believe in carrying a professional/digital camera as you never know what you may witness next that’s worth capturing.
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Business Cards: On your way to an event full of the who’s who of the fashion fraternity, don’t forget to carry your business cards! These little pieces of paper mean a lot if you’re looking forward to some networking. Carry a bunch full and keep them handy because you never know how a random ‘Hello’ might turn into the biggest business opportunity for you.
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A power bank: A portable charger for your phone is indispensable, especially if you are a blogger or are going to be tweeting constantly about the incredible designs you are witnessing. Even posting pictures on Instagram or checking in on Facebook require battery on your phone. Running out of charge will be a total bummer and you don’t want to be scampering around looking for charging points at an event where you are meant to flaunt your most poised self!
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Stay fashionable and have fun! :In the end, that’s all one looks forward to! Be comfortable and make it an event worth remembering. Dressing up, looking good and having loads of fun is what fashion weeks are all about.
The most-awaited Fashion event of the year opens tomorrow and if you’re one of the lucky few who are going to be present at this glitzy affair, there are some essentials you mustn’t go without. Looking your absolute best is a top priority at this celebration of style as is maintaining your chic avatar as you cruise through the day. Trendspotters.TV and #WillsFashionAcademy have compiled for you a quick check list of things that will come in handy while you rub shoulders with the crème de la crème of the fashion world and strut around like a diva yourself!
A bottle of Water: Basic? Yes! Dispensable? Absolutely not! A steady supply of water is most essential to keep you hydrated and looking bright. Water plays a very important role in making you look fresh as a daisy throughout the day and no make-up can match up to its revitalising effects on your skin. Did you know that a healthy dose of H2O also helps keep your breath smelling fresh? Makes it all the more essential when you might be air-kissing celebs and models, doesn’t it?
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Mini Snacks: Yes, you don’t want even an inch of flab to show here and there. But healthy snacks are important to keep energy levels high at this charged-up party. Biting into Nutribars, soya sticks and other calorie-free tidbits will not damage your diet and will keep your metabolism charged up as well!
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Business Cards: If you are a fashion enthusiast, a budding designer, blogger, journalist, PR or marketing professional, there is no better platform for you to network than the Wills Lifestyle Fashion Week. Make sure you carry your business card and wield it out at all the right occasions. You never know whom you may meet and what wonders one business card may do for you later!
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Light Cosmetics: No stylish girl worth her salt would want to be caught dead without the right amount of touch up at an event as glamorous as this one. #WillsFashionAcademy and Trendspotters.TV suggest that you always carry some good quality compact, light lipsticks and eye pencils in your vanity kit. You want to look your best without seeming caked up after a long day!
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Perfume/Deodorants: Can we overstate the importance of smelling good and preventing any kind of body odour at one of the biggest fashion events in the country? We think not! Remember to carry a good perfume or a deodorant and lure anyone you meet by smelling like a dream. After all, we at #WillsFashionAcademy and Trendspotters.TV believe that there’s nothing more attractive than the perfect combination of fashion and fragrance.
Get all the dope from the upcoming Wills Lifestyle India Fashion week SS’15. Get an exclusive sneak peek into the world of the designers who are showcasing their work at this much-awaited event through Instagram. Here’s a list of the designers you should be watching out for on the social networking app. Also, don’t forget to use #wifw & #willsfashiondrone to be a part of the event
Starting off with designers Pankaj and Nidhi, the duo has been fairly active on the social networking app with their latest collections. The designer couple never fails to share their joyous moments with various celebrities donning their creations. With the handle ‘PANKAJ.NIDHI’ the designers have a whooping fan following of 5523.
A close competitor, as far as number of followers go, is none other than the ethnic wear brand Satya Paul. With a fan following of 5137, this insta-friendly brand covers everything from the latest lines, trends, events to celebrities wearing Satya Paul through its pics. Follow the brand at ‘SATYAPAULINDIA’.
Next in line is the renowned fashion designer and couturier JJ Valaya. Known for his experimental yet sophisticated designs that speak luxury, Valaya has 2642 followers on Instagram. With the insta-handle ‘JJVALAYA’ and interesting posts, the designer certainly makes it to our list of designers-one-must-look-out-for!
Here’s another uber-talented designer duo, Rohit Gandhi & Rahul Khanna. Displaying an amalgamation of various pieces from their collections through look books, the designers can be followed with the handle ‘ROHITANDRAHUL’ on Instagram.
India’s first luxury beachwear brand ‘Shivan and Narresh’ have displayed their bold yet sophisticated styles over the social networking app and have garnered a following of 7263. Follow them at ‘SHIVANANDNARRESH’ and get the entire scoop on their latest creations and collections.
Get ready to experience India’s largest Wheel housed in an amusement park in Kalindi Kunj this week. The Delhi Eye is a giant Ferris wheel that rotates across many popular sites of the city including the Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Akshardham Temple, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple and also offers a panoramic view of Connaught Place in just 20 minutes.
Launching on the 2nd of October at 5pm at Delhi Rides, Kalindi Kunj, Okhla – The Delhi Eye should be your next must-visit destination.
Celebrate the festive season with Bollywood as some of the biggest movies this year hit the screens within a month. Bang Bang, Haider, Happy New Year, Ekkes Toppon Ki Salaami and Sonali Cable are all set to entertain you throughout October.
The official remake of the Hollywood film ‘Knight and Day’, Bang Bang is set to hit the cinemas on 2nd October. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif, this action rom-com is one of the most awaited movies of 2014.
Giving a tough fight to Bang Bang on the same day is Vishal Bhardwaj’s ‘Haider’ starring Shahid Kapoor and Shradha Kapoor. A modern-day adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, the movie also stars Tabu and is already making waves in B’town.
Releasing on 10th October is Ramesh Sippy’s production ‘Sonali Cable’. Starring Rhea Chakraborty the movie is a survival drama of an ordinary girl who belongs to a family of internet technicians and her war with her childhood sweetheart.
Also releasing on the same day is Ravindra Gautam’s ‘Ekkes Toppon Ki Salaami’. Starring Anupam Kher, Divyendu Sharma and Aditi Sharma, this movie highlights the ever-changing dynamics of the complex father-son relationship.
Witness action, comedy and drama all rolled into a single package with Farah Khan’s ‘Happy New Year’ releasing on 24th October. Also slated to be one of the biggest releases this year, the movie features an ensemble cast including Shahrukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Boman Irani, Vivaan Shah, Sonu Sood and Jackie Shroff.
