JAN 29: While the Priyankas, Rahuls and Omars of the
political world may follow in the footsteps of their parents, others
like designer Siddharth Tytler prefer to be recognized for something
more glamorous – a trait that is visible in Tytler’s Fall-Winter
2004-05 collection.
Suited for North Indian winters, the highlight
of the collection is woollen jackets with chikankari work.
“This is
the first time that I have used chikankari on wool,” enthused Tytler.
“I have given six months to this collection. Winter is the season that
allows people to dress up and this year my effort has been to make my
clients feel pampered.”
A non-conformist,
Tytler’s ensembles are a cut above from what is available in the
market. “I love creating drama with cuts and colors to maintain the
exclusivity of my garments,” is his take.
Siddharth’s forte is western
wear and this season, he has concentrated on skirts in varying
lengths, corsets, feminine blouses and pants. For men, he has tweed
coats and embroidered leatherwear!
The return of checks,
both in bold and subdued form, finds a strong presence in the
collection. Moreover, there’s an inclination towards bold colors
teamed with an overt presence of black. “Summer colors will shine
this winter,” forecasts Siddharth. “Expect a lot of turquoise, berry,
scarlet, mint, jade, pink and lilac. I foresee a very happy winter
with bright colors all around. My Fall-Winter line is infused with
yellows, fuchsia, reds, oranges etc in stretch wool.”
Of course, no winter ensemble is complete without a warm stole or scarf.
“I have designed cashmere scarves with a splash of crystal
embellishments for my winter collection.
You could either wear
them with a black tee or under a plain jacket offset by a louder
inner,” remarked Tytler, who
cut his teeth at NIFT in Delhi and went on to FIT in New York to hone his skills.
JAN 29: While the Priyankas, Rahuls and Omars of the
political world may follow in the footsteps of their parents, others
like designer Siddharth Tytler prefer to be recognized for something
more glamorous – a trait that is visible in Tytler’s Fall-Winter
2004-05 collection.
The return of checks,
both in bold and subdued form, finds a strong presence in the
collection. Moreover, there’s an inclination towards bold colors
teamed with an overt presence of black. “Summer colors will shine
this winter,” forecasts Siddharth. “Expect a lot of turquoise, berry,
scarlet, mint, jade, pink and lilac. I foresee a very happy winter
with bright colors all around. My Fall-Winter line is infused with
yellows, fuchsia, reds, oranges etc in stretch wool.”
