Dressing the first lady
With US First Lady Michelle Obama set to arrive in Delhi, Indian designers, too, are raring to get an opportunity to dress her. We got our desi designers to make exclusive sketches of what they'd like her to wear.
"Not only is Mrs Obama a very stylish woman but she is also someone who can carry Indian contemporary Indian silhouettes really well," says Nikhil Mehra of label Shantanu & Nikhil. "There is no stereotype in her sense of dressing. She likes to explore and experiment keeping her own flavor intact," says designer Nida Mahmood. It's also her innate ability to mix and match which Indian designers feel is why she can carry of their creations with elan.
"She always stands apart with her choice of dressing and accessorizing. Her fashion sense is subtle, warm and sophisticated," says designer Payal Jain.
While designer Anand Bhushan feels that even if Michelle wears an Indian designer, the look should stay true to what's
Shantanu & Nikhil
We thought of a long jacket inspired by the silk Nehru jacket in sindoor red for her. with black tone of texture created through Indian motifs and appliqué of leather at the bottom. The silhouette would be cinched at the waist and slightly flared, as she doesn't seem to like flowy garments.
Anand Bhushan
A modern re-interpretation of the power suit for women would be ideal for Mrs O. The suit in Indian linen is detailed with modern embroidery in the form of graphical cubes, while the silhouette isn't too sharp as she tends to favours clothes she would feel at ease in.
Payal Jain
A structured, hand woven silk brocade jacket with motifs designed to depict the resplendent heritage of India. This would be paired with slim gold silk pants to accent he figure, teamed with a deep rich burgendy pashmina stole wrapped around her neck.
Nida Mahmood
Taking a bit of India onto a western silhouette for her would be perfect. The bright colours with the matchbox print are synonymous of India in more ways than one. It spells Indian popular culture and it has a beautiful synergy with the nuances of India.
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