The key Lakme fashion week winter festive 2019 season trends had a varied appeal for different type of consumers. Designers presented their signature styles mostly the focus was on making looks very fluid.
The most famous colors spotted at the event were Hues of emerald, petrol, purple and plum with neutrals like gold, blush, silver, ivory, purples, greens, and pinks.
Avant-garde designer Amit Aggarwal in collaboration with R- Elan closed Day 1 of Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2019 with a luxury prét collection, ‘Flux.’ Being a forerunner in repurposing materials, brand Amit Aggarwal has strived to find new life in discard with each of its collections. As India becomes the first nation to recycle 90% of its PET waste, the brand has joined hands with Reliance Industries Limited’s textile arm – R-Elan, to become part of this far-reaching movement.
The fabric group lent the brand with its technology that engineers PET bottles into a rare textile that imitates the nature of light and its very properties. Flux reimagines the laws that direct the journey of light – motivating every cut, embroidery, hue, and silhouette that make the soul of the collection. The brand’s signature recycled polymer gives this textile the form and detail that is synonymous with its innate complexion of structure juxtaposed with fluidity.
Closing the show was ace cricketer and Indian team all-rounder, Hardik Pandya who walked the ramp with model and actress Lisa Haydon.
Talking about his show stoppers Amit Aggarwal said, "Having a futuristic and eclectic vibe in mind for the show, I wanted to choose an individual who could carry forward that style and persona. Hardik is a national hero, and Lisa happens to be the woman of my dreams- both make cool style statements and was the perfect fit for my vision."
The prints had Geometric compositions, sheer wraps, exaggerated sleeves, power shoulders, and billowing skirts furnish the collection in design and aesthetic. Techniques such as plissé, fine draping, three-dimensional embroideries are used as a reminder of the craftsmanship the label is known for.
On the looks showcased from the line, Amit Aggarwal said, "The collection is very edgy, with personalized styling. However, at the same time, it's conscious, thoughtful and it is fashion with a purpose. The looks are very eclectic and futuristic with a flash of color while being conscious and sustainable."
Models sashayed on a runway of LED screens that reflected visuals of colors changing depicting the fluid nature of the designs while complimenting the structured silhouettes.
Colors at the Amit Aggarwal show had Hues of emerald, petrol, purple and plum with neutrals like gold, blush, silver, and ivory effeminate the collection for a present-day wearer who inclines grandeur and well being of both fellow beings and the planet. A performance by these colors, textile, and techniques enable a life of luxury and sustainability.