On PFW finale, Shantanu and Nikhil showcase their exquisite collection

This collection raises a toast to courageous, revolutionary fashion that doesn’t succumb to set norms.

True fashion is not for the faint hearted. It believes in itself and doesn’t surrender to conventions. As we wrap Season 2 of HT City Print Fashion Week, we present designer duo Shantanu & Nikhil’s collection that reinvents romanticism with a bold and strong twist. “It’s about fierce romanticism. It raises a toast to the independent woman who celebrates romance by wearing colours of power such as plum and emerald and not peaches and cream,” says designer Nikhil Mehra.

Livened up with rich gold embroidery, the collection features ruffled gowns, dresses teamed with chic jackets and capes in red, emerald green, and dark plum. The garments for men are replete with military aesthetics. Jodhpuri jackets, flared pants, and asymmetric kurtas evoke valour.

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This deep emerald gown with sequin work is an elegant pick for a sparkly cocktail. The addition of dramatic ruffled layering makes it equal parts power and romance.

For the style warriors

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This asymmetric white kurta teamed with pants and a smart jacket evokes gallantry. The elegant turban makes for the perfect accomplice.

Old world love

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This cropped jacket with embellished epaulettes takes predictability out of lehenga choli. The rich gold work makes it perfect for any sparkly occasion.

Vintage valour

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A draped brown kurta with a long jacket paired with pants and a matching elegant turban is what you wear when you want to kill boredom.

Power of glam

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This plum gown with ruffles brings together power and glamour in a splendid mix. Very dreamlike, very fairytale, yet grounded and self-assured.

Makeup & Hair: Toni&Guy, North India

Models: Ashanti Asha, Aryaa Singh, Mayank Bajpai & Rishav Trivedi

Coordination: Nitin Sarna & Strawberrifox