An amalgamation of all things Indian, designer Vani Vats brings forward a collection, Jhalak, which is the perfect pick for a bride-to-be and her bridesmaids.
This collection by Vvani brings forward the kaleidoscopic creations that reflect Indianness yet spell modernity. Etching to her signature style and every-lasting inspiration, chandelier embellishments – anything which is hanging in the form of geometrical shapes- this collection reflects the same.
“I love surface texturing and embroidery is something that I do totally out of the soul, it’s like a stress buster for me. It’s never been challenging for me. Everything I put on a fabric, from big geometric shapes in the form of drops, triangles or even flowers with Indian aesthetics, makes a lehenga standout and look different and noticeable,” confesses designer Vani Vats.
Vats sews her couture-like creations using skills passed down through traditions, capturing her culture in pieces that blur the line between art pieces and clothing. Each collection takes hours of skilled labour and months of planning. For Vats, this collection took about four months to come into being. Her love for embroidery shines through as she threads together mirror work and zari embroidery which makes for a magnificent piece.
Drifting away from the usual colour palette of pastels, these hues strike a tick on all festive checklists. With bright hues such as blues, greens, reds and yellows, they are modern in outlook with silhouettes that make one stand out. Fabrics used to bring the collection alive are georgettes, silks, satins and organzas. High-low hemlines, spaghetti kurtas with shararas and sarees with sensual blouses dominate the collection.
