sabyasachi and vikram phadnis - IIFA 2011

this indian senorita look by sabyasachi is so great. ever since he's been around as a designer, we have gotten used to seeing many beautiful & traditional indian looks from him. that's why this look is such a good one -- it reminds us of what a master designer he is. it's an indian outfit (a lengha) but it's done in such a unique way. i've never quite seen anything like it before. you immediately think of a senorita, and that's such a different way to do indian wear. despite it being so different, it's still so very signature sabyasachi.

this vikram phadnis look is regal. it's perfect for a indian bride, with the red head chunni (or veil), but also introduces some not so usual colors for a bride -- the mustard yellow drape scarf, and the very dark maroon (or is it navy?) skirt. at first glance, the skirt looked almost black, so i would suggest getting the skirt a tad bit lighter for bridal purposes...but as is, it looks fantastic, too. the ornate and oh-so-grand detailing and look of this outfit is stunning.

sabyasachi on the left, vikram phadnis on the right.

source: wedding sutra blog

vikram phadnis -- lakme india fashion week, spring 2010

gorgeous designs from vikram phadnis during the spring 2010 lakme india fashion week. it was a very opulent, royal, and traditional collection. especially loved all the layering i saw. each piece had this over-the-top grandeur but still remained very elegant. i always admire how designers combine a variety of fierce colors, fabrics, prints, and embroideries into one cohesive and graceful ensemble. the entire collection was very imperial india...going "back to an era of resplendent royalty not seen in India for centuries"....as a fashion editor put it. my favorite, though? the pairing of trendy gold gladiator sandals with a traditional churidar suit...as you will see in the second pic below. it showed just the right hint of modern spunk to go along with this very timeless & luxurious collection.

source: rediff.com