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ShareMumbai: The six packs were well hidden behind cleverly crafted jackets, angharkha style kurtas, leisure and formal wear in collections that were sent out by Rohit & Abhishek, as well as Digvijay Singh and Troy Costa.
Men seem to be celebrating colour as never before. Purple, gold, striped satin lapels, red pants and more relaxed versions showed up in Rohit & Abhishek's line, time and again. Indian is in, and jodhpuri jackets, silk kurtas and linen or velvet waistcoats found favour across the board. Orange continued to rule.
Patriotism and ecology were also themes that held our attention. Digvijay Singh's 'Bhu:Sattva' line is completely green, from the fabric to the organic dyes, and Sanjay Hingu looked back to the Freedom movement fora range of Tees and jackets. Perhaps the reason for his preference for greys.
Troy Costa did a retro line with bow ties and jackets and pencil thin moustaches creating a look that went out with the early 60s. Might be timed just right for a revival. Velvet, velour, linen and silk literally rubbed shoulders with twill and denim in his collection.
Orange, purple and playacting continued through Kunal Rawal's line of menswear. Fusion made a definite statement, as he blended Cuban elements with Indian, and added pin-tucks, thread detailing on shirts, and challenged the Indian male wardrobe with quirky creations like mock waistcoats, crimped jackets and churidar pants that had buttons running down the ankle.
Looks like the waistcoat is back in different avatars as Krishna Mehta'sKumbh Mela inspired collection (which walked the thin line between reality and fantasy) also flaunted them.
Tissue tunics, sherwanis, jacquard coats, and some definitely bridal sherwanis made for a flamboyant collection, though the earthy colours paid homage to her theme. Liked the embellishment on the hems on some of the cropped pants and pyjamas.
Style came into its own with Leconet Hemant collections, though the style was indeed with an eye to the western buyer. Wool, canvas and flannel were materials that were used to craft garments that were well structured, yet discreet in embellishment.
Leconet Hemant also walked the organic route, with his "Ayurganic" line of men's and women's wear. Chemical free, the fabrics were treated with oils and herbs! A line of relaxed leisurewear including kimonos, bathrobes and hooded scarves presented a new thought and promised durability and wellness thanks to the treatment of the fabric.
Rocky's glittering brocades and silk embellished line added to the leit motif of flamboyance for men that the day brought. Lace made a comeback, after its exit in the 18th century, but will have to wait and see if the idea takes root! Violet was Rocky S's contribution to the colour palette of orange, purple, red, gold and grey that had gone before.
