A glam close for Times Lifestyle Week

All the jazz, glam and runway reverie at Oppo India presents Times Lifestyle Week Co-Powered by Indian Institute of Fashion & Design, Wild Stone and M3M India, Hospitality Partner Grand Hyatt Gurgaon, came to a scintillating close with Filipino designer Michael Cinco’s showcase, which looked like a painting in motion. The three-day event, held at Grand Hyatt Gurgaon from May 2 to May 4, was a fashion gala. A glitzy affairTisharth by Shivani JainWith wearability and functionality as the priority and the Baroque era serving as the inspiration, designer Shivani Jain presented her ornate cocktail gown collection. Showstopper Nikita Dutta, who walked the ramp in a white metallic drape skirt, said, “I love the outfit for how it feels. It is lightweight and easy to wear. The shimmering and shiny embroidery is gorgeous, just perfect to be a standout costume. I returned to the ramp after a very long time, I relished the feeling a lot.” Reimagining the RenaissanceCentral Park Estates Presents Michael Cinco Powered by Oppo IndiaWith opulent and outworldly gowns in tulle, organza and feathery trims for women, and voluminous floor-length robes and embroidered jackets for men, Filipino designer Michael Cinco’s collection transported the audience to the Renaissance era with his impeccable silhouettes. In his first showcase in Delhi, the designer displayed “a collection inspired prominently by the world of the Renaissance. It was about culture, heritage, haute couture and all about beauty.”Making the runway more immersive was a ballet act by Mario Fernando Aguilera’s students, setting the ramp ready for models to strut in style in Cinco’s designs.Showstopper Randeep Hooda, dressed elegantly in an all-black floor-length robe and an intricately embroidered jacket, said, “It was a fairytale show—very high-fashion. I quite enjoyed wearing this outfit, though I was apprehensive at first. But it looked great, and Michael’s selection is just superb. The grand finale looked like a painting!”Floral lookbook for summerRitivesh by Ritika AggarwalFrill skirts, ruffle border saris, A-line kurtas paired with dhoti pants, sequin co-ord sets and were a part of the nature-inspired showcase Manthan by designer Ritika Aggarwal. “This collection blends delicate floral motifs on pastel outfits,” says the designer.Drapes of eleganceThe Front Row Couture by Seema Kashyap & Vaishnavi SharmaThe collection Kanakdhara evoked the brilliance of golden weaves in nine-yard drapes in Banarasi katan silk, Banarasi brocade, Banarasi organza, tissue and georgette. “The showcase was designed to inspire even young women to wear saris,” said designer Seema Kashyap.Tiny tots, big style!Superminis Powered by Little Toes by MuskanPlayful pastels to bold hues, each look for tiny tots in Threads of Joy was built for movement and style. Aman Singh, founder of Superminis, said, “The USP of the brand reflects on the kids’ confidence.” Showstopper Richa Mehta, who walked with Sehaj Kaur, said, “I felt like a Barbie in the pink dress.”Beach hats, breezy dresses & vacay fashion inspoIIFD - Indian Institute of Fashion & DesignIIFD’s collection served as a perfect inspiration for a vacation wardrobe. Vimi Vansil, Founder and Director of IIFD, said, “Seeing ‘Solstice Bloom’ come alive on the Times Lifestyle Week runway was a proud and emotional moment for all of us at IIFD”Vivian D Sena says, “I started my journey as a model, and being back on the ramp makes me nostalgic”Cocktail coutureThe Moonbroch Atelier by Kamalpreet DhaliwalTitled Auric Alchemy, the collection showcased a bold celebration of artistry. Designer Kamalpreet Dhaliwal’s statement outfits, including ones with dramatic sleeves, are perfect for cocktail receptions and red-carpet occasions, she said.Title Partner: Oppo India; Co-Powered By Partner: IIFD- Indian Institute of Fashion and Design; Co-Powered By Partner: Wild Stone; Co-Powered By Partner: M3M India; Hospitality Partner: Grand Hyatt; Lifestyle Partner: Pinq Polka; Associate Partner: Smartworld Developers; Associate Partner: M3M Foundation; Associate Partner: Central Park Estates; Associate Partner: Inframantra India; Associate Partner: IIFD Spotlight; Associate Partner: Havendaxa Pvt Ltd; Clean Air Partner: Atovio; Skincare Partner: Fixderma India Pvt Ltd; Podcast Partner: Edge Talks; Associate Sponsor – Male Grooming Partner: Yaan man; Talent Partner: Runway Fashion Management; Hair & Makeup Partner: Seema & Somya Sarraf; Media Partner: BombayTimes.com; Immersive Technology Partner: Tagglabs; Communication Partner: Teamology; Promotion Partner: Heights; Fleet Partner: Mann; Content Partner: Content Era; Pouring Partner: Heineken 0.0; Celebrations Partner: Roulette Packaged Drinking Water; Mixer Partner: Jimmys; Kombucha Partner: Mountaintribe; Handbag Partner: Tiger Marrón; Luxury Automobile Partner: Global Star; Education Partner: King’s College UK, Gurugram; Nightlife Partner: Whiskers