MUMBAI: Shivan & Narresh have given Lakmé Fashion Week a right royal splash of colour, unveiling a Resort 2025 collection that's as bold as a brass monkey and twice as playful. Drawing inspiration from the legendary French artist Fernand Léger, the design duo, celebrating their fifteenth year, has whipped up a sartorial cocktail that's part art gallery, part beach party.
Their LégerLeisure print, a blast from their archives, has been resurrected with all the kaleidoscopic vibrancy of a summer sunset after a few too many gin and tonics. This ain't your granny's floral print, mind you. We're talking painterly strokes and rich hues that'll make your peepers pop. Forty ready-to-wear ensembles strutted down the runway, each a love letter to leisurely living.
Menswear took centre stage, finally! Think coordinated sets, jumpsuits that are less boiler suit, more bohemian chic, and ponchos that'll have you looking like a suave art critic on holiday. Swim trunks and resort separates, including vests, shackets, shirts, and polos, offered a laid-back sophistication that's perfect for escaping the dreary drizzle.
For the ladies, bold cuts and breezy statements ensured no one was left feeling like a wallflower. Summer knits, with their intricate melanges, jacquards, and tactile textures, added a touch of luxe to the proceedings. Footwear ranged from resort mules and slides to clogs and brogues, while bucket hats, visors, and silk twillies added a touch of whimsical charm. Signature bags, including the Pomsky, Olly, and Totes, completed the ensemble, ensuring every accessory made a statement.
"We've taken the arty spirit of French pop-art and the iconic canvas of Fernand Léger and given it a right good shake," said Shivan Bhatiya, head designer, and Narresh Kukreja, creative director, in a joint statement. "This collection is a celebration of art, fashion, and leisure colliding in a perfect storm of elegance."
In essence, Shivan & Narresh's Resort 2025 collection is a visual feast, a riot of colour and texture that's as refreshing as a dip in the Med. It's a collection that screams, "Darling, let's escape!" and quite frankly, who are we to argue?
