She has grown out of the shadows of her mentors, designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla.
From crafting clever silhouettes in traditional wear at fashion weeks to embellishing Western contours with her signature touch for hi end boutiques, fashion designer Tarana Masand Rajpal’s ensembles flirt with fabrics in both ornate and ethnic cuts.
You have just launched your Mughal-era inspired collection. Share with us your designer prediction in trends.
The classic cuts return. People are investing in garments they can wear for a long time. Rich fabrics such as velvets, chiffons and silks in romantic shades are in vogue. Single, bold colours as well as a tone on tone variation is favoured for the older age group. Dual hues are more popular with the youngsters. Accessories may be chunkier and more elaborate as compared to the last season, but not as contrasting.
How daring are the necklines?
My latest collection meets the needs of the woman I design for: She is someone with a personal style that surpasses the clothes she wears. I have favoured classic necklines, both low and high cut. In many cases, the scoop in the front is complimented by a lower scoop at the back.
Any cues for choosing the décolleté expose?
Generously endowed women must accentuate their curves without overexposing. Favour Vnecks that end just above your cleavage. This visually minimises the waist while drawing the right amount of attention to your upper body.
Halters, scooped necks and togas work great with your shape as well, but avoid spaghetti straps, tubes and boat-necked tops as they make you appear heavy on top.
Women with great collar bones can carry off any neckline. Yet you must consider body proportion as well. In many cases, the strapless neckline can be paired with the sweetheart neckline or straight neckline that creates the illusion of a smaller figure.
Women with broad shoulders should avoid the strapless neckline but those with delicate shoulders and collarbones will flaunt this style with aplomb.
The off-the-shoulder neckline is very popular: It starts immediately below your shoulders and emphasises the neck, shoulders, and collarbone. The style has small sleeves that cover the top section of your arms. This neckline flatters most figures, especially pear shaped women.
If you have full arms and prominent collarbones, consider the portrait neckline. Petite frames should opt for empire line cuts as this helps elongate the body.
