Apparel Online India Magazine April 1st Issue 2018 | Page 32

DIRECTIONS BY
Corsetry
S
ince the past few seasons,
elegant forms that highlight the
shape of a woman’s body are being
highlighted, perhaps to mirror the
theme of women empowerment
prevalent around the globe.
On the runway, designers paraded
models flaunting pieces that were
sculpted, yet liberating. Corsetry
came into play especially around
the waist and midriff areas.
Laced up belts, armoured leather
bodices and ribbed corsets
that evoked ribbed detailing
underneath sheer surfaces, made
a strong case for the approaching
winter season.
Patch Perfect
D
esigners were in a playful mood
this season, unleashing their
creative craft skills without abandon.
This aspect was most noticeable in the prints and pattern
department, wherein a unanimous vote went through towards
incorporating dissimilar patches of prints against each other, in the
same space (surface area).
A mix between extremes occurred with dainty florals being merged
with workwear checks, to animal prints being paired with bohemian
and tribal patterns, to polka dots being merged with linear stripes.
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