Agnimitra Paul's 'Mystic Madhubani' line dazzles at LFW

Traditional saris, capes, wraps, jackets, lean pants, elegant gowns, swirling flared long skirts, trendy dresses, jumpsuits and kurtas came together in a colourful melangé of garments.

The fabrics that set the mood of the range, moved from crêpe, linen, khadi to georgette, matka silk, Tussar, handlooms and net. To highlight the theme, Agnimitra used clever texturing with machine embroidery and Madhubani paintings.

The colour story was in tune with the paintings for the solid fabric offering, so that the textiles could blend in perfect harmony.

The Madhubani prints were either strategically placed on the garments or splashed all over to create a striking vision of beauty and elegance.

Opening with a black gown having sexy slits, printed bodice and shaded pants, the show moved to layered skirts, asymmetric jackets in prints/plains, a cutwork vest, batwing handkerchief hem kaftan, panelled gown and front looped maxi.

A silk hoodie added to a gown was stylish and the lacy draped butterfly sleeve kimono will work well for an after swim party. Saris had solid coloured insets or were sprinkled with 3D bronze flowers. A belted jacket with a wrap slim skirt and the final black skirt with a mutli fabric long coat will have many fashion options.

Giving a surprise twist to the show stopper entry, Agnimitra chose comedian and actor, Vinay Pathak who boogied sedately down the ramp in a vibrant Bengali style dhoti with an embroidered/printed kurta.

Here was a collection that had innovative use of craft as well as tradition, which was blended into a look that will thrill lovers of fashion and art.

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