The Magic of Shibori

109°F Fusion Beats- Shibori Collection

With temperature soaring high, a simple yet classy outfit that keeps the heat at bay, is something that we are always on a hunt for! 109°F, the women retail apparel brand’s Shibori Collection from their Spring/Summer’15 line, is a perfect pick for this season.

109°F Fusion Beats- Shibori Collection

Fusion Beats’, Shibori Collection from their SS’15 line celebrates free spirited, bohemian women of today. It is not just fashion, but an expression of who you are. The collection also takes inspiration from the traditional Japanese Shibori blended with rhythmical baroque that presents a fresh take on this SS’15 Line. Rather than treating the fabric as a two-dimensional surface, it is given a three-dimensional form by folding, crumpling, stitching, plaiting, or plucking and twisting. The collection includes flowing sleeveless dresses with abstract prints, fun jumpsuits and kitsch tops. Bright indigos highlighted with hints of yellow form the colour palette which is perfect to bask on sunny beaches.

109°F Fusion Beats- Shibori Collection

A 109° F woman has multiple facets; she is sharp yet carefree, powerful yet fun and likes to experiment with the exquisite and special characteristic of soft or blurry-edged pattern imprinted in the Shibori Collection. The effect is quite different from the sharp-edged resist obtained with stencil, paste, and wax. With Shibori, the dye works in concert with the materials, not in an effort to overcome their limitations but to allow them to attain full expression; and an element of the unexpected is always present. The rich sensuous colours of blue and white and the pliability of the material respond well to the movement and flow of the body. Keeping in mind funky, ferocious and cosmopolitan women of today, this brand has adapted the Shibori technique in crisp shorts, casual pants and free-flowing tops. The collection is priced between INR 1200-1800 and is available across 109°F outlets and online shopping partners.

Velvetcase Unveils Payal Pratap’s Collection Inspired by Japanese Aesthetics

Layered Japanese diamond pendant by Payal Pratap at Velvetcase.com

Velvetcase.com, a marketplace for global jewellery designers offering consumers a platform to discover and buy fine jewellery is proud to launch their new assemblage with the charismatic designer Payal Pratap.

Dainty Floral Motif Ear Cuffs by Payal Pratap at Velvetcase.com

The renowned fashion designer takes her designing abilities to a whole new level by creating and showcasing jewellery designs inspired by Japanese aesthetics for the first time ever on Velvetcase.com.

Japanese Fan-Style Diamond Ring by Payal Pratap at Velvetcase.com

The collection is a jugglery of colours, patterns and styles derived from elements of Japanese culture.

Japanese Floral Motif Diamond Chand Balis by Payal Pratap at Velvetcase.com

Her collection showcases an interesting combination of contemporary Ear cuffs, Rings, Earrings and Pendants. Each piece in the collection is crafted to perfection and is meant for modern women who are willing to experiment and have a bold and confident look.

RISA: Where Leather Becomes Art

Risa

Leather handbag label RISA, is more of a passionate affair than business acumen for Delhi-based sisters Riddhima and Saloni Sayal. “We grew up around bags, lots of them. We would always tweak the bags in production from the family run export house and started to experiment with design from scratch as the years went by. The love affair with leather became too serious and that’s how our label Risa was born.”

Risa

The brand explores indigenous craftsmanship with intricate detailing in weaving and embossing on leather and fabricating exclusive luxury designs. Infusing specialized modern production techniques with traditional hand-tooling, punching and embroidery defines the brand philosophy. The leather used for the product is processed in an in-house facility. The high-end patent leather is imported however… The brand offers wide range of bags for both men and women like shoppers, totes, wallets, evening clutches and handbags manufactured with buff wash, cow and sheep leather.

Risa

While the parent company (Aries Inc.), handles large scale production for stores like Anthropology, Zara, Asos, Dorthy, Perkins, Armani, Pepe, etc. to name a few, Risa’s vision is to tap into domestic retail and offering international quality standards along with very competitive brands.

Storendipity – a two day Fashion Pop Up at The Big Door

Storendipity at The Big Door

StoreUntold has served as a virtual spokesperson for an array of ‘untold’ fashion brands and designers from across India ever since its inception. It is time to up the notch by providing them a physical platform and bring together twelve meticulously handpicked labels and designers under one roof.

Storendipity at The Big Door

Storendipity, a two-day fashion pop up presented by StoreUntold at The Big Door, Bandra, Mumbai serves just that purpose. The brands and designers will span over resort wear to beach wear, and eclectic footwear and accessories to couture bridal wear. While you satiate the shopaholic in you, also devour upon sumptuous food over live music sessions.

Storendipity at The Big Door

Mix & match and experiment as StoreUntold shares its expertise on how you can style those clothes and accessories in a versatile manner with dedicated styling booths to one’s rescue. Don’t just buy a scarf; take home various ways to drape it at the live scarf draping session. Want to flaunt a T-shirt designed by you? Here is a chance to explore the artist in you. Suggest a design and see it translate on a T-shirt by the experts – Concept Nation.

Storendipity at The Big Door

December is here, so enjoy the nip in the air. Unfold the mystery of what is behind that ‘Big Green Door’ also known as ‘The Big Door’ tucked in Bandra’s plush Pali Hill.

RIDRESS—The Gen ‘Y’ Fashion Fabricator

Green Dress by RIDRESS

A women’s clothing label, RIDRESS cultivates elegant outfits for the girl who loves to travel, read, explore, experiment and just in general, be herself. The range of collections covers an array of styles and varies to suit the ever-elusive mood and lifestyle of this girl, who is always on the move!

M-slit Skirt By RIDRESS

Synonymous to innovative styles and affordable prices, this brand is persistently carving out its niche in the Indian fashion orb. RIDRESS’ garments are available across all top e-commerce portals in India—from Jabong.com to Myntra.com, and Flipkart.com to Ozel.com, it’s pretty much obtainable everywhere.

Aztec pattern on an A-Line mini skirt by RIDRESS

This brand is endorsed by a young entreprebeur, Ridhika Khanna who owns an export house that works with brands like Jessica Simpson, Morgan, Pepe Jeans, Gloria Vanderbilt, Macy’s and more.

White Monochrome Tulip Skirt By RIDRESS

T​his label embodies style quotient of any young girl, who likes free and comfy fashion, with undertones of edginess and class. RIDRESS celebrates the quintessential spirit of young women through their uber-chic feminine designs.

Shift Dress By RIDRESS

“We understand,  mood and moment can change, with the whim and hem of each dress. RIDRESS delivers contemporary and refreshing fashion garments, inspired by international runways and red carpet styles, as well as clothes to wear to work, travel, or just lounge in,” avers the mastermind.