SWATTI KAPOOR JAJAABOR KINIHO

Presenting Swaati Kapoor, Jajaabor & Kiniho at FDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week Swati Kapoor’s collection “The Rise” is inspired by a hand painted silk scroll inscription and Poem named – “Auspicious Cranes” by Emperor Huizong of the Northern Song Dynasty. Pin-tucks, pleating, block printing, hand embroideries and other kinds of fabric manipulation can be seen in her line of clothing. Jaajabor's line “WAH USTA, WAH” aims to share the story of the last of Usta brothers and their exquisite art form. Over the period of time, their art has evolved from traditional to contemporary in an effort to appeaal to a more global audience. The essence of Usta art shines bright in the label's line. Kiniho’s collection is inspired by a Khasi folktale of “Sier Lapalang”.The garments bring forth of this folktale on Eri silk fabric with an aim to achieve contemporary looks by blending locally known techniques with modern cuts. Eri silk fabric featured here is naturally dyed and handwoven by the local weavers in Ribhoi district, Meghalaya. #ExploreMore #FDCIxLakméFashionWeek #LakméFashionWeek #FDCIxLFW #5DaysOfFashion #LFW