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Rabani & Rakha
'RABANI' the creation of the husband and wife team of Rahul and Shibani Rastogi, both Shri Ram College of Commerce alumni began as a hobby in the year 1999.
Rabani & Rakha - a beautiful evolution!
'RABANI' the creation of the husband and wife team of Rahul and Shibani Rastogi, both Shri Ram College of Commerce alumni began as a hobby in the year 1999 - from their inspired love of design they built the label into an innovative design house, whose label is sold in the finest boutiques in India and around the world.
With Gautam Rakha a graduate of Shri Ram College of Commerce and diploma holder from NIFT, New Delhi, the label took the next step towards growth in the year 2001. Having won the Prix'd Indiction award in Paris Gautam brings five years of experience working in the design studio of Tarun Tahiliani to the creative-mix, his exposure to a diversity of clients providing him the knowledge to understand how to take the label into the right direction in terms of look and presence. Rabani's detailed and comprehensive understanding of embroideries perfectly complemented the talent of Gautam Rakha - such was the genesis of RABANI & RAKHA!
RABANI & RAKHA have shown their ensembles in all major cities of India and abroad like Hong Kong, Bangkok, Dubai, London, L.A., etc. through fashion shows or exhibitions.
The label has rapidly gained critical acclaim from fashion insiders and an elite clientele. Known for their exquisite and intricate work, Rabani and Rakha are creating distinctive and memorable clothes. in a very short time, they have gained a strong following based on their quality workmanship and creative designs.
RABANI & RAKHA - LIFW 2005
The collection is a total departure from "the look" of Rabani & Rakha that originally is essentially Indian and very colourful. The collection being showcased for LIFW'05 is in neutral Black & White and the line developed is very clean and classic which consists up tone on tone silk thread and sequence embroideries on Narrow pants, jackets, asymmetrical tops, etc. The fabrics being used are Satins, Georgette and chiffons. The embroideries are being combined with various textures. The look that is being worked upon is very glamorous but minimal sophisticated.
