Uninhibited, untraditional and uber-savvy. That’s what the trend mill
spells for the metrosexual man’s wardrobe these days. So the season brings
in sassy designer threads that radiate energy for the testosterone turks.
“Mint and aqua are colours that are hot, both locally as well as on the
international fashion circuit,” says designer Salim Asgarally. “Used in
solid colours or speckled with florals and geometric patterns.” A marked
departure from the signature staid brown, navy blue and sedate black that
typified the male wardrobe in earnest for years. Designer duo Falguni and
Shane Peacock has telescoped this penchant for the vibrant in their newly
crafted menswear. “We have made liberal use of bright colours in blazing
blues, blushful rouge, shining mustard, with a generous dose of white, in
the casual wear section.” So shirts stained in pastel offshoots of pink
with hibiscus imprints are blasé attire. Of course the texture is in sync
with the tropical heat. “Linen and mulmul work the best. We have stroked
forth an exciting multitude of prints: floral, geometric, an eclectic
marriage of geometric with floral and even leopard skin-akin in shirts,”
they say. Their collection defines boho-chic, with fluid lines in animal
prints, with a hint of embroidery to lend a classic, elegant look. The
driving mantra is comfort with luxury. And the magic lies in innovation.
Says designer Vikram Phadnis, “My collection this season, be it is animal
print or the Indian fusion, concentrates more on kurtis, loose pants which
could be teamed with a piece of Indian fusion neck piece.”
The cuts close in towards snug fitting contours that flatter the body.
“More slim line, not as wide on the shoulders, and hinged on silhouettes,”
elaborates Asgarally. “The snug appeal describes both comfort wear and
groom garb,” he says, adding “Jewelled tones like emerald green are in as
opposed to the earlier red, pink and purple. Ecru with heavy silver
accents looks suave, a celebration in spirit.” The focus is clearly on
achieving a sleek balance between the traditional and the contemporary.
And in crafting a blend of Indo-western cuts with embellishments. Adds
Phadnis, “The men’s look is more of fusion wear: Regal accents with Moghul
inspired sherwanis and long kurtis in gold embroidery teamed with crushed
dupattas. The bohemian look is achieved using unconventional embroidery in
combination with vibrant hues.”
The fabrics vary from jacquard, silks and chikan work on mulmuls to subtle
brocade. And the startling definition could include anything from preening
paisleys to Afro tribal motifs to sown mirrors, studded badges, crystal
spray and quirky coins. |
