Bulbeer Gandhi is known for turning the Lifestyle arm of ABEC Exhibitions and Conferences Pvt. Ltd into a triumphant and an indispensable corporate chapter. As we kick start 2019 with pomp and flair, Gandhi an opinion leader in the Gems and Jewelry sector running a decade old Glamour (India’s oldest luxury B2C jewelry exhibition) pens down the Top 7 jewelry trends for the year 2019.              1) Pearls in its imperfect forms will make a major comeback. More natural the better. Basra Hyderabadi pearls works best for elegant day soiree. Chandelier and saathlada are best options for this trend.  2) Classic heirloom patterns are must have these seasons. Temple jewelry is must have for this bridal season.  3) Emeralds are best and timeless investment. A statement pair of Colombian emerald earrings works best for any and every occasion.  4) Modern Sleek geometric art deco Gold jewels are best for evening ceremonies and events. Go for more contemporary shapes and styles. Bigger the shapes better the look.  5) Neo tribal ascents are major. opt for authentic patterns and shapes. 6) For men’s, an assorted strand of semi-precious stones or a simple cluster strings of micro ruby beads are trending for the D day dressings.  7)  Birds and animal motifs are big this trend. This season they are more graphic and 3D. Think local and traditional birds such as Parrots, peacocks, etc. for better...

Bhubaneswar based designer Nikita Nayak Showcases her collection at India Fashion Week London. Her label is 2 year old and has garnered a lot of appreciation at shows as Delhi Times Fashion Week, Bhubaneswar Style Week and many more. Nikita has vast background of manufacturing and fashion management. Her designs are brief presentation of India’s diversified collection and tales of weavers. The show was directed by Indian Fashion Show director Mr. Lokesh Sharma. Designer coordination and backstage was managed by Mr. Swagat Ranjan. The colour Palette used for the creation were bright red carpet ready colours such as red, black, silver, shades of wine and dark green. Our artist, handloom, paintings are known all around globe, through my designs I am giving my bit to the global audience. And presenting them in international platform like India Fashion Week London was an overwhelming experience for me, said Nikita while exhibiting her thoughts on...

140 juniors drenched themselves in the lasting exuberance of lifetime learning and fashionable confidence One of its kind edutainment platform, Junior’s Fashion Week showcased the Spring ’18 collection of international brands like USPA Kids, The Children’s Place, Flying Machine Boyzone, Marks & Spencer. It brought in high fashion to life in their Runway showcase on May 13 at The Westin, Goregaon. The Spring 2018 collection of U. S. Polo Assn. was an assortment of striper and overdyed polo tees, graphic round neck tees, and trendy washed denim, Henley tees in playful colors, lively garment dyed cargo shorts and knit dresses with the brand’s signature stars and stripes print. Mr. Alok Dubey, CEO, Lifestyle Brands at Arvind Lifestyle Brands Ltd., says on the occasion, “We are pleased to partner with Junior’s Fashion Week for the 3rd year in a row. It is a wonderful platform for us to showcase our Spring Summer collection for 2018, that is a perfect blend of the classic American style that USPA stands for and the preferences and needs of the Indian audience. We realize over the years that kids have very specific tastes and hence, we went a step ahead to translate their love for colors and prints in our new collection.”    “This year at the JFW runway, we will showcase a collection that has playful and fun designs alongside quality, variety, comfort, and convenience. We have received immense appreciation from the audience in the past through this platform and we are thrilled to work with them again and introduce our SS18 collection to the Indian parents and kids,” Mr. Alok added. Apropos to the gaiety that comes with the anticipation of sunny days ahead, the Flying Machine spewed a generous sprinkling of beachy prints and vibrant colours. Whether it’s for beach parties or school vacations, the brand’s collection will ease the fashion game for the young kids. Marks & Spencer Boys’ wear Spring collection was inspired by the still strong athleisure trend popular among young adults-vibrant clean colors, technical fabrics, underpinned by a sports aesthetic. Girls’ wear saw romantic bohemian influences with seasonal trend details such as ruffles, smocking, floral prints in a palette of cornflower & pale jade shades, together with palest Melba and bright pink highlights. Mr. Pankaj Kapoor; Head of Marketing – Reliance India, says, “Marks & Spencer is proud to be associated with the Juniors Fashion Week in India. It is a great platform for us to showcase our quality, innovative kidswear collections. As well as being fun and stylish, we pay extra attention to comfort, safety, and convenience to ensure we offer clothing that parents are happy to buy, and kids love to wear.” With the motto “Think like a mom, see like a kid and find the fun in everything”, the Spring ’18 collection of The Children’s Place encompasses styles which parents want to dress their children in for special occasions or everyday play. From apparel to accessories to shoes, the brand promises a stock of big fashion at little prices. Junior’s Fashion Week is an edutainment platform where the young boys and girls who are groomed in a fashion adept environment. They imbibe the winning art of confidence and personality. The JFW Runway is a restricted privilege for many as it caters to a niche audience; the showcase is witnessed by revered individuals like HNIparents and buyers, influential mothers, fashion influencers. Additionally, representatives of leading fashion houses, notable media channels amongst other influential pockets of kids’ fashion industry also mark their attendance at the JFW Runway Showcase. For more details: Ankita Sule,...