Designer Neha Agarwal offers eclectic collection at LFW runway

Designer Neha Agarwal presented a fascinating women's wear collection "Mithila in Soho" at 6Degree Studio during Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Winter/Festive 2017. The clothes spoke of a raw and bold look in a range of contemporary evening wear inspired by Madhubani Art.

Art works inspired by ancient forms of Madhubani were brought to life by hand embroidery derived from the age-old weaving techniques of Uktu.

Marrying Madhubani art to modern sporty art, the silhouettes offered a characteristic style statement.

The collection was a mix of sharp tailoring, mesmerisingly blended with conventional fits. Sheath dresses with predominant colourful Madhubani prints caused a sensation on the ramp.

Showcasing diversity in their design aesthetics and overall versatility were a range of cropped tops, bell bottoms, tent dresses, palazzos, jumpsuits, skirts and shorts that were teamed with jackets that made the ensembles inventive yet commercial.

Detailing such as ribbed collars, panels, plackets and hems along with embroidered prints and knits gave the perfect combination of style, glamour and energy.

Muted earth tones like indigo, ochre, terracotta, along with warmer hues like chestnut, burgundy and vermillion served as a base for all the garments.

Actress Chitrangada Singh looked absolutely stunning in a printed trumpet dress that was daringly revealing yet mesmerisingly beautiful in multi-colours and striking embroidery as she closed the show.

(The writer's trip is at the invitation of LFW organisers. Nivedita can be contacted at nivedita.s@ians.in)

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