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Shimmer overdose at Couture Week
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Manav Gangwani presented his larger than life collection, A Timeless Affaire, on Day 2, while designer duo Meera and Muzaffar Ali have revived the traditional craft of Awadh through their couture brand, Kotwara
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Manav showcased real couture with his majestic collection. It featured exaggerated collars, layered skirts, deep-cut gowns, flared lehengas, flowing anarkalis and shimmery saris.
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Lots of shimmer, sequins and Swarovski was used with heavy gold and silver work.
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Plunging necklines and backless dresses made bold statements.
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Colour palette comprised of white, silver and golden to start with and gradual transformation into hues of orange and yellow.
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The runway saw a balance of Indian and international models.
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Fabrics used are mostly French lace, georgette, Chinese silk and pure satin.
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'The collection is about woman turning into a warrior, going back in time to find her love and coming out as a winner.'
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Make-up was kept basic with interesting puff hair dos complemented with head gears.
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Front row was heavy on B-town celebs like Fardeen Khan with his wife Natasha, Dino Morea, Zayed Khan, Rahul Khanna, Soha Ali Khan, Raveena Tandon with hubby Anil Thadani and Sophie Chaudhary.
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Meera-Muzaffar Ali's outfits varied from overcoats, saris, lehengas, ghararas, peshwaaz to shorts, mini dresses, pants, blouses.
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Colour palette ranged from black, white, beige, peach to brighter hues like red, orange, pink and blue.
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Crafting practices like zaridozi and chikankari were used in free flow flowing silhouettes.
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Make up was kept minimal and hair was tied in a bun. Heels and flats in back and golden were used.
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