The second day of Lakmé
Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2017 was dedicated to conversations and experiences
around sustainable fashion in India.Among these was a show that had sustainable fashion and
inclusivity crafted in the story and which had a strong and powerful message.
Lakmé Fashion Week collaborated with Kranti – an NGO that empowers girls from
Mumbai’s red light areas to be agents of social change (founded by Ms. Robin
Chaurasiya, who has worked with US Air Force) and Mandeep Nagi of Shades of
India - one of India’s leading textile labels who presented a unique
presentation on 2nd February 2017 at LFW.
The vision behind this collaboration was to have
inclusivity, diversity, gender equality and our handloom/textiles coming
together, to create a powerful narrative.The presentation was at the 6Degrees Studio - a
space/hall dedicated to conceptual fashion narratives at LFW. The evening was
graced by veteran actor, Shabana Azmi and Ashwini Bhave.The core point of the presentation had the girls from
Kranti celebrate who they are, speak from their heart and share their personal
stories through an interactive performance with the audience.
One of the key objectives was to create an empowering
experience for everybody in the room and challenge perceptions and
norms/prejudices on beauty, dignity and gender that continue to plague our
society, something that both Mandeep and Robin touch upon quite strongly
through their individual efforts.
· Mandeep
Nagi showcased Spring/Summer 2017 collection through the performance by Kranti
girls. They told their stories while demonstrating their pride and independence
in the clothes from Mandeep’s ‘Bagh Collection’. The colours evoke the warmth of
spring, of early flowers in blossom. White, orchid tint, haze, almond, rose
pink, are used with soft gold and silver metallic. Silhouettes are inspired by
traditional kurtas and pajamas and by re-interpreting saris with a bohemian
look.
· Mandeep
Nagi, Design Director of Shades of India commented, "I won't call myself a
fashion designer, my passion for textiles brings forth the style and confidence
I wish to share and see in every woman. Therefore have always photographed them
on women who may seem ordinary but are absolutely not. Association with Kranti
at the most prestigious Lakme Fashion week has been the most enriching
experience. I feel honoured to be a part of this. The joy and energy of these
girls is infectious."
· Jaspreet Chandok, Head of Fashion, IMG
Reliance commented, “The Lakme Fashion Week has really become a forum for
having conversations beyond just fashion and we are happy to provide this
platform to these brave and courageous women to tell their stories."
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