Queen actor Lisa Haydon will be the showstopper for top designer Tarun Tahiliani’s line at the BMW Indian Bridal Fashion Week to be held from August 7 to 11.
Tarun will present his collection, “Our Eclectic New World”, at the fashion extravaganza on August 8.
The designer said he chose 29-year-old Lisa not for her star status but because she is his dear friend.
“Lisa Haydon will walk the ramp for us. She is a dear friend. She will be the showstopper. I don’t see it as an actress walking for me. I see her as a model,” he said.
The designer said his new line drew inspiration from the splendour of ancient India and melded it with the buoyancy, lightness, finesse and froth that he thinks were the trademarks of today’s generation.
He aims to blend opulence of Indian textile embroidery with the sensibilities of modern generation, which the designer believes prefer light and comfortable outfits rather than heavy-weighed clothes for their D-day.
“I feel there is an overdose of everything now. We are going over the top with the bridal wear. So, we should be low key and go back to basics. That is what I am doing this time,” Tarun said.
The designer, known for his bright colour palette, is going for subtle shades for his collection this time.
“People would be disappointed if they are expecting very bright colours. This time, I have used heavy jewellery and I have kept colours like beige, cream. It is about going minimalistic.”
Tarun feels his collection displays a sensual grace that has its roots in Indian history but resonates with contemporary lightness.
He said his love for layering evolves into a sensuous vibe with contoured panelling that fits the body like a glove.
“The silhouettes will include panelled veils, jackets, kurtas, saris and lehengas in beige on Basra, Basra creams in French knots, tiny pearls and more, for both the couture this festive and bridal season,” the designer said.
Vallaya’s Russian reference Actor Sonakshi Sinha is likely to be the showstopper for ace designer J.J. Vallaya’s collection, inspired by Russian culture, at the show.
Vallaya will showcase his collection on the third day.
Asked to confirm Sonakshi’s inclusion for his show, Vallaya, without denying, said, “They are known as celebrities but for us they are our finale girls and boys, whosoever we choose to work with. So they epitomise what the collection is all about. We will hopefully be creating something nice.”
The designer said his line traversed the large extent of Russian boundaries and found inspiration from various regions and disciplines including the jewels of the Tsars, the Ikats of nomadic Russia, the Onion domes of Moscow, Russian kerchiefs and pre-rebellion architecture. The collection is modern, yet distinctly Indian “with a kiss of Russia”. Signature weaves, crepes, georgettes and other fine fabrics find themselves in this line. The colour palette dabbles in antique, metallic and neutral tones in symphony with Indian brights.
