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Friday, October 23, 2009 19:37 IST
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Mumbai: Known for his drapes and elaborate embellishments, Tarun Tahiliani is all set to sizzle on the ramp with his new spring/summer collection that will be unveiled today at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW).

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Ace fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani shifts camp and returns to WIFW with a fresh collection that promises to stun.
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Quiz him on what's the theme behind the collection and he replies candidly, "I never do theme-centric collections. I think the theme becomes the focus of the clothes, which is incorrect. I have seen many designers who include everything that's 'in' just so that it looks pretty with the overall theme. As far as my spring/summer line is concerned, it's more floaty, light and very strongly summer. In terms of drapes, I think I have moved onto a different level altogether."

And as someone who has had many a celeb walk for him -- last season, he had Deepika Padukone as his showstopper -- we can't help but ask as to who is it going to be this time? To which he says, "Lisa Haydon is opening and closing my show. I think she's really beautiful."

If that's not enough, Tarun will be showcasing corsets, saris, gowns and lots of dresses. He adds, "There will also be printed denims. I will also have Indian wear which will be shown in the last part of the show. In fact, the last segment is a kind of sequel to what I showcased at Lakme Fashion Week. All in all, the garments are ready-to-wear and nothing is couture." In terms of presentation too, Tarun has a master plan when he reveals, "The clothes would be on painted bodies with a lot of muslin and chiffon. I believe every collection should be a revolution. In this collection of mine, about 80% garments have zero embellishments." Well, that seems to be a first of sorts! Guess we will have to wait and watch how Tarun will impress one and all with his drapes.

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