Ashima Leena

A thousand floral temptations — a magic formula for spring, flowers and fantasy — set the mood for Ashima-Leena S/S '10 collection. Rooting back to nature and blossoming forth in a splash of colourful prints, painting summer nuances on airy, fluid chiffons; the poetic cascade of flowers lift the mood with the sublime waft of joy

Shades of lotus, poppies, peonies and magnolias vie for attention, contrasting deliciously with the colours of water and the fresh new leaves of spring. Tender budding pastels to full-blown hues of orange and pink oriental blooms, these dreamy bouquets have the irresistible attraction of water colours, as well as the exquisite appeal of a Japanese garden?

The cuts flow into soft, breezy and seemingly artless drapes, adding a natural swing and fluidity to the silhouettes in both long kaftans and easy dresses with knee-skimming hemlines? romantic detailing in a whirl of three-dimensional appliques, flirtatious organza petals strewn carelessly along with fine bead work? the look gently swaying between vintage and avant garde, ushering in a new and much-awaited romance for the first time to come.

Narendra Kumar

Models walking the ramp without music? Yes, that's how Narendra Kumar presented his S/S '10 collection. The catwalk was without music, drawing inspiration from the process of introspection. The collection started with a clean palette of neutral beige and progressed to deeper shades of blue and finally ended with solid black. Some pieces highlighted with shimmer and shine, reflecting the constantly changing landscape of thought, the darkest stages reaching almost a meditative aura.

Design details are inspired by a Japanese sensibility 'Origami' which reflects a Zen-like simplicity but still is modern and contemporary. Sharp tailoring and craftsmanship was a key theme in all his creations. The precision cuts are contrasted with elements of volume that add a subtle grandeur to the collection.

Fitted skirts and cropped jackets, embroidered dresses, and sleek pants, give the confident urban woman a distinct look.

His collection comprises taffeta silks, organza and linens to enhance the richness of design details that run through the collection.