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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Fashion Friday Feature: Sabyasachi Mukherjee on Special Jewellery
Sabyasachi Mukherjee, and his claim to fame.
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Sabyasachi Mukherjee, and his claim to fame.
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Sabyasachi Mukherjee, and his claim to fame.
Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee or better known simply as Sabyasachi is one of the few Indian designers who has gained international recognition for his work as well as a loyal fan following worldwide. Although, his design sensibility is firmly Indian, his unique combination of prints, textures, and colors cut in contemporary silhouettes have created an inimitable style and given his collections a truly global appeal. Sabyasachi graduated from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in Calcutta in 1999 and just four short months later launched his own label. In 2001, he won the Femina British Council’s Most Outstanding Young Designer of India Award, which took him to London for an internship with designer Georgina Von Etzdorf. The internship was a instrumental in helping the designer to broaden his world view and design sensibilities. Upon his return, Sabyasachi began retailing in all the major stores in India. In 2002, he participated in his first fashion week at Lakme Fashion Week where his debut collection earned him rave reviews from both the national and international press. Women’s Wear Daily, considered the most respected international trade magazine, called Sabyasachi the “future of Indian fashion.”
Design Aesthetic
Sabyasachi brought a completely different design aesthetic to Indian fashion by challenging the stereotype of what Indian fashion should look and feel like by ironically focusing almost exclusively on Indian craft and textiles. Sabyasachi realized early on that in order to succeed in the international market, it was not about westernizing Indian garments but rather modernizing styles and shapes to create mass market appeal. And thus he focused on using local, handwoven fabrics like khadi, handloom silk as well as regional arts like block printing, bandhani and gota work as a way to both promote and preserve the country’s artisinal heritage. His pieces tend to have a vintage, almost yesteryear look to them but his designs are always modern, chic and elegant. Of his designs, Sabyasachi has said, “A lot of Indian women like wearing clothing which defines them as Indian. I might be doing Western clothing, I might be doing Indian clothing, but there is always a common denominator, and that is India. If you look at the approach, if you look at the artistry, if you look at the textiles, there’s always a strong indigenous feel.” (Business of Fashion)
Latest and Exclusive Trends in Indian Wedding Jewelry
The lyrics from Carol Channing’s song, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend“, is perfect illustration of how Diamonds never go out of fashion. Nazuk says that Diamond jewelry is evergreen and is something that is always trendy. Elaborating on the current style of diamond jewelry, Nazuk said that many fancy shapes and cuts of diamonds, like Marquise (leaf shaped) and pear/tear drops are very much in.
Check out this beautiful Marquise Cut Diamond Bracelet
Beautiful Pear Cut Engagement Ring
The different cuts combined with colored diamonds is an upcoming trend. There are many to choose from: blue, yellow – which tend to be most common, and pink/purple – which tend to be very expensive. Colored diamonds can be natural, which are very expensive, and treated, which are more economical. Colored diamonds will definitely add an extra oomph to your piece of jewelry!
Check out this gorgeous necklace with yellow colored diamonds
Then there are also colored sapphires, which are available in almost all the colors ranging from blue, orange, yellow, pink etc. Colored sapphires are cheaper than colored diamonds. Another option can be tourmaline, which are semi precious stones, and are an economical option. They are much more cheaper compared to colored diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. These definitely add a great style and color to your diamond jewelry.
Nazuk mentioned that another way to make your jewelry stylish is to use carved emeralds, coral and turquoise along with diamonds. She says that flower shaped coral or turquoise or cabochon cut colored stones with diamonds (stone that is shaped and polished as opposed to faceted) look exquisite!
Check out these beautiful pair of turquoise (flower shaped) and diamond chandelier earrings with pear shaped Quartz drops, designed by Nazuk:
Diamond Chandelier Earrings Designed by Nazuk Aggarwal
Nazuk says that chunky and bold jewelry is in. For your cocktail or engagement party you can wear a bold bracelet with chandelier earrings or a cocktail ring with a heavy necklace.
Cocktail Ring with pink stone and diamonds
Bold and Beautiful - Diamond Necklace
Gorgeous Diamond Bracelet
A few styles that are also in fashion today are Victorian style Jewelry (which was worn in Victorian era – half silver, half gold with flat diamonds) and Rose Cut Jewelry in open setting (where diamond is cut such that the top looks like a mountain).
Check out this Victorian style estate diamond brooch/pendant
Check out this Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
For weddings, traditional jewelry, especially polki (uncut diamond) looks gorgeous! Polki jewelry is from Mughal Era and is very much in fashion. Many variations of polki are available. One such variation is polki combined with diamonds. It gives a very full look when worn on your wedding day. These days bigger size polki with designs around it is the latest trend. Matha Patti or Maang teeka with Jhoomar with a nice nath, haath phool, amulet, necklace and earrings/jhumkas make a beautiful set and looks absolutely stunning. Big polki rings worn on the thumb also look really nice. Polki jewelry can also be worn for Mehendi.
Check out this beautiful Marquise Cut Diamond Bracelet
Beautiful Pear Cut Engagement Ring
The different cuts combined with colored diamonds is an upcoming trend. There are many to choose from: blue, yellow – which tend to be most common, and pink/purple – which tend to be very expensive. Colored diamonds can be natural, which are very expensive, and treated, which are more economical. Colored diamonds will definitely add an extra oomph to your piece of jewelry!
Check out this gorgeous necklace with yellow colored diamonds
Then there are also colored sapphires, which are available in almost all the colors ranging from blue, orange, yellow, pink etc. Colored sapphires are cheaper than colored diamonds. Another option can be tourmaline, which are semi precious stones, and are an economical option. They are much more cheaper compared to colored diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. These definitely add a great style and color to your diamond jewelry.
Nazuk mentioned that another way to make your jewelry stylish is to use carved emeralds, coral and turquoise along with diamonds. She says that flower shaped coral or turquoise or cabochon cut colored stones with diamonds (stone that is shaped and polished as opposed to faceted) look exquisite!
Check out these beautiful pair of turquoise (flower shaped) and diamond chandelier earrings with pear shaped Quartz drops, designed by Nazuk:
Diamond Chandelier Earrings Designed by Nazuk Aggarwal
Nazuk says that chunky and bold jewelry is in. For your cocktail or engagement party you can wear a bold bracelet with chandelier earrings or a cocktail ring with a heavy necklace.
Cocktail Ring with pink stone and diamonds
Bold and Beautiful - Diamond Necklace
Gorgeous Diamond Bracelet
A few styles that are also in fashion today are Victorian style Jewelry (which was worn in Victorian era – half silver, half gold with flat diamonds) and Rose Cut Jewelry in open setting (where diamond is cut such that the top looks like a mountain).
Check out this Victorian style estate diamond brooch/pendant
Check out this Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
For weddings, traditional jewelry, especially polki (uncut diamond) looks gorgeous! Polki jewelry is from Mughal Era and is very much in fashion. Many variations of polki are available. One such variation is polki combined with diamonds. It gives a very full look when worn on your wedding day. These days bigger size polki with designs around it is the latest trend. Matha Patti or Maang teeka with Jhoomar with a nice nath, haath phool, amulet, necklace and earrings/jhumkas make a beautiful set and looks absolutely stunning. Big polki rings worn on the thumb also look really nice. Polki jewelry can also be worn for Mehendi.
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