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With a toe, or sewing needle, dipped in India and the other in Russia, JJ Valaya’s Bolshoi Bazaar collection was an ode to regal indulgence.
India is of course JJ’s True Love and each season the designer merges Indian cultural inspiration with a foreign heritage as long as
The Maharaja of Indian couture, JJ Valaya’s opening show for AAmby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week was as spectacular as to be expected from a designer who spares no expense in executing his vision.
JJ’s previous couture collection was inspired by his visits to Turkey resulting in an exquisite fusion of silk route couture. The Arab empire ruled in Spain for over 700 years before
Potentially visible from space, in a few days time Delhi will overflow with glamour, sparkles and celebrities as two couture weeks begin back to back. Indian couture is synonymous with bridal wear except this season India Bridal Fashion Week will showcase before PCJ Delhi Couture Week (PCJ is a jewellery company and the main sponsor).
One of the reigning kings of Indian couture, JJ Valaya,
One of India’s most respected and coveted couturiers, JJ Valaya is also set to dominate Indian fine art photography. The Soul in the Space (A Journey of Architectural Influences) is now open to the public at gallery Nature Morte in Delhi. JJ Valaya captures abstract architectural images from
So said fashion icon, Diana Vreeland and how right she was! Whilst there was plenty navy blue in the recent fashion weeks showcasing next season’s Spring/Summer collections we will soon see if there is just as much pink in India’s fashion presentation.
Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013 will take place in Delhi from 6 – 10 October 2012. The venue is
JJ Valaya’s couture collection was called The Azrak Collection, The Realm of The Sultan. Azrak translates as rare and uncommon from Turkish and we were treated to a colour palette and silhouettes invoking the glorious Ottoman Empire whilst showcasing the skills and dedication of the Indian master craft workers at his disposal. The essence of true couture
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