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  1. Fashion Pakistan Week


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    With crowd pullers Nida Azwer and Sania Maskatiya both in the first half, some of audience left after the first half. —Photo courtesy: Tapu Javeri

    The first day of Telenor Fashion Pakistan Week


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    Nida's collection was an appealing one
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    Hira Tareen walks for Nida Azwer, modelling this eye-catching black jumpsuit with a bolero


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    Lala Textiles collection was all over the place


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    Sania showcased wonderful designs but played it safe


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    Fnk Asia's pieces were a little bland but nothing a few edits couldn't have fixed.


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    Malaterre's designs stayed true to her simplicity
 
Day 2
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I see some form of hippie and superwomen capes in 1st post :pop:

Damn Our eastern fashion is dying out :o:

I swear if we just stuck to what we know and popularize it ....The everyday man will find it not only practical but also purchasable...I mean when I use shalwar kameez here at work the Goriyan and goray are mesmerized....some said I looked like a princess when I wore Anarkali (that is me without makeup) and that is them with their idea of princess...

Rather than trying to look like torn in rags why not promote princess?
 
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Three looks from Sanam Chaudri's collection.

The last few pieces were more formal and figured jarring tones of oranges, pinks and crimson. While these latter pieces continued with the theme of cutwork and 3D embellishment, they threw off the balance of an otherwise beautiful, if busy, collection.

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One of Sanam's last looks.

Nevertheless, Sanam’s fresh, contemporary take on Eastern formals and her gorgeous detailing made this an interesting and bankable collection. Her embroidered trousers, in particular, will be coveted by many.

Jafferjees was next up and their collection was a wasted opportunity. Wardha Saleem and Nubain Ali put together some excellent outfits for the presentation using soft prints, solid colours and laser cut capes.

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For Jafferjees, the outfits by Wardha Saleem and Nubain Ali were inspired but the accessories fell flat.
Jafferjees bag collection .......
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contemporary take
This word should be thrown out of the dictionary...I remember a friend of mine talking about contemporary art museum of some country (with an entrance fee) where people were looking at a splat of water with great interest!

Art lost its style, talent and meaning when this shitty word came in the dictionary now even a 2yr old can be called an artist
 
The collection worked with fabrics such as suede, linen, chiffon, cotton, cotton silk and wool silk. The thing we loved about the brand’s showcase last night was that their collection was innovative enough to excite, and was also in-line with the global trends. At the same time it remained perfectly wearable for the Pakistani man.

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This look is smack on-trend.— Photo: Faisal Farooqui and his team at Dragonfly
The celebrity showstopper for this presentation was none other than Fawad Khan. As the act to follow Sana Safinaz, Republic did incredibly well.

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Fawad Khan walks for Republic.— Photo: Faisal Farooqui and his team at Dragonfly
Syeda Amera went next and with two big players like Sana Safinaz for womenswear and Republic for men showing right before her, matching up proved to be a difficult task for the designer.

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Looks from Syeda Amera.— Photo: Faisal Farooqui and his team at Dragonfly
Her collection ‘In the World of Sea’ used organza, jersey, nets and silks with hefty embellishment of beads, sequins and feathers on a color palette of aqua marine, blues, pink and yellows. The opening piece set the wrong mood for the showcase and steadily grew worse. The only piece we liked in the entire showcase was a pair of midi-pants. Everything else, was a disaster. Maybe her collection, “In the World of Sea” should have remained where it belonged, in the sea.

Next up was Huma & Amir Adnan making this their first time showcasing together in a fashion exhibition. The harmony that they hoped to achieve in the menswear and womenswear collection they presented was evident on the ramp. “Symphony’ used fabrics like silk, linen, cotton and microfiber featuring textures and embellishments with weaves, prints and embroideries. They showed double layered shirts, jackets, pants along with some funky vests.

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Looks by Huma & Amir Adnan. The tangerine skirt (L) is a winner.— Photo: Faisal Farooqui and his team at Dragonfly
Sania Maskatiya was the second-last showcase of the night. Her collection ‘Paristan’ was inspired by fairytales and worked with soft sunset hues.

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Draping done done well by Sania Maskatiya.— Photo: Faisal Farooqui and his team at Dragonfly
Sania used deceptively simple cuts to create loose pants, kimono style gowns, and flowy silhouettes. Fabrics like silk, organza, charmeuse and crepe were seen with beads and sequins used as embellishment. All in all, her collection was pret well-done.



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A stand-out look by Sania.— Photo: Faisal Farooqui and his team at Dragonfly


HSY was the finale of the night, as expected. The king couturier showed his collection titled ‘INK’ which was a combination of womenswear and menswear featuring signature HSY embroidery. We saw a myriad of silhouettes — kimono capes, short jackets, organza based jackets and more. INK was inspired by Indonesia, Langkawi, Nagasaki and Yunnan, aiming to represent their essence through the traditional dyeing techniques of Shibori from Nagasaki, Batik from Indonesia, and Gara from Sierra Leone. Furthermore the palette was developed using saffron, aubergine, eggshell, rosette, indigo and ochre. All in all, the collection was stunning. Favorite pieces from the collection were as follows:

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Looks from HSY.— Photo: Faisal Farooqui and his team at Dragonfly
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promising models but who can beat tanzin Tisha of Bangladesh!??
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Stage set for PFDC fashion week

March 8, 2016

LAHORE: Fashion frenzy is set to take Lahore by storm as PFDC (Pakistan Fashion Design Council) rolls out its ninth prêt-à-porter week, the PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week (PSFW). Scheduled to be held from March 10 to March 13, the event will witness designer heavyweights come together. The first two days have been dedicated to luxury prêt, with the line trickling into the latter half of the third day. While high-street brands will feature on both the third and the fourth days, the event will be wrapped up by a textile/voile show.

Here’s a rundown of what’s in store for all four days.

Day 1

Sana Safinaz will open the show with their ‘Sugar Rush’ collection which we’re told will have a ‘sporty luxe’ aesthetic that the duo hopes will be “unapologetically youthful, urban and modern”. Feeha Jamshed will be showcasing Bob Squad after a two year gap; a collection inspired by the psychedelic culture of late 60s and early 70s. Faryal Aftab of Muse just returned from Europe where she and her partner Moeed Yousaf were working on their upcoming shoes and accessories line. Talking to The Express Tribune, Aftab says, “My inspiration was Milan … the city was electrifying. The night was young and beautiful. The music was on repeat. The night was love.” Her collection is titled ‘#LastNight’. Furthermore, ‘Sublime’ by Sara Shahid, will also be showcased after a long break; she has designed a collection inspired by a soft palette of pastels and whites titled, ‘Exhale’. For her collection ‘Moonlit Sahara’, Maria B’s has drawn inspiration from sandstone gray to vintage Russian jewellery and even roses in the moonlight.

Young designers like Unza Khalid, Hira Ali, Saiqa Raheem and Ghulam Dastgir will also get a chance to take to the ramp.

Day 2

Nomi Ansari will kick off the second day on a colourful high with ‘Joyride’ which he describes as “a vibrant reflection of what is happening around us”. We expect to see his signature colour riot in the form of a retro and fun collection. Ali Xeeshan will show ‘Voodoo’ which is his sartorial depiction of delirium, a journey from the lowest level of darkness to the highest point of joy. ‘Décorer’ by Sania Maskatiya is set to be a showcase of geometrics paying homage to the angular elegance of the Art Deco movement. This will be a fresh change from her collection of solids from the previous year. Mahgul is doing a full show for the first time and will launch ‘Oro’, her ready-to-wear line. “I’ve created an imaginary clan of women who live along River Indus. Their leader is called Oro,” she says. Mahgul has designed a casual lounge and sportswear line and we are especially looking forward to her collaboration with the eclectic jewellery designer, Zohra Rahman. While Nickie Nina will show ‘Flechazo’ (love at first sight) inspired by the rich culture of Spanish Metadoras, Karma Pink will unveil a collection titled ‘Studio 54’ that is inspired by a disco party.

Day 3

Riding high on the launch of his megastore, Shamoon Sultan will show ‘Translucent’ under the Khaadi Khaas banner. The House of Kamiar Rokni will showcase their Fashion Scout, London collection along with a few more pieces. The collection was a take on separates using modern cuts with traditional techniques. Zonia Anwaar will show ‘Kievan’, inspired by the culture of the medieval Kievan Rus era. Saira Shakira are showing ‘Ysatis’ which is a journey of breaking free of stereotypes through clothing. Zara Shahjahan will show ‘The Sartorialist’, inspired by the famous street style photographer Scott Schuman, Kashmiri embroidery and the oversized phiran. Hassan Sheheryar Yasin will be showcasing his ‘Be Yourself’ collection inspired by the nonagenarian Iris Apfel; a woman with a distinct and eclectic fashion sense. High street brands including Hang Ten, DSS, Umar Iftikhar and Denizen will also be showcasing in the early evening.

Day 4

Deepak Perwani’s showcase is called the return of ‘D Philosophy’ which will start the closing day of the show. He will be followed by Al-Karam, Khas, Warda Prints, Ittehad Textile Mills, ‘Harmony’ by Hang Ten and Gul Ahmed. MBM, Shirin Hassan, Sobia Nazir and ‘HSY Limited’ will also be on show. Made in collaboration with Kashf Foundation, ‘HSY Limited’ will be styled in a military inspired way and displayed differently than it was at the foundation’s anniversary celebration.

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PSFW Day1: Sportswear reigns supreme, Feeha Jamshed brings back the bob

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Feeha returned to the ramp after three years and MUSE made clear that a brand can evolve without abandoning its ethos.


Luxury pret is really what PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week is all about – thoughtful, creative statements that are fashion-forward and feel indulgent yet can still be plucked off the rack to be worn with minimal adjustments.

As we inch towards a better understanding of what luxury pret is and should be it’s clear that some brands grasp the concept more fully than others. Day 1 at PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week (PSFW) reflected this: what didn’t work appeared to falter because of muddled notions of what constitutes covetable ready-to-wear rather than a lack of experience.

Still, there was plenty to applaud on day 1. Feeha Jamshed returned to the ramp after a three-year hiatus and didn’t let us down, MUSE made clear that a brand can evolve without abandoning its ethos. PSFW’s red carpet was buzzing even without heavy celebrity presence and the show started somewhat on schedule.

The only hitch in this was PSFW’s newly imagined ramp, which resembled a pristine white football field rather than an avenue for fashion presentations. It was vast. So vast that when models strode down the center of it, much of an outfit’s painstakingly crafted detail was lost. Usually a distance of only two or three feet separates a model from the front row; this time editors, sponsors and guests squinted across an expanse of 15-20 feet or more. Unsurprisingly, cries of ‘I can’t insta this!’ sounded up and down the frow.

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The collection boasted floral prints and indulgent sporty wear

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While the leisurewear worked, the sheer gharara didn't really hit the right notes.

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Jamshed proves good things come to those who wait

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Everyone had their eye on this quirky jacket (middle)


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The boys pulled off sequins like nobody's business

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MUSE made clear that a brand can evolve without abandoning its ethos

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Sadly, we spotted more misses than hits

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