Abraham & Thakore - AIFWSS '17 Shimmer

As fashion calendars go through upheaval and change, Abraham & Thakore present a trans-seasonal collection with a selection of styles available for immediate purchase. For this collection we explore khadi- the great example of Indian craftsmanship and human dexterity, a true example of “slow” fashion. As Khadi is so often associated with swadeshi, nationalism and a politician's’ uniform......we ask how glamorous it can be? Will the shine of gold detract from the homespun texture of khadi? And then again, Khadi is a product of the anonymous maker.......what is the relationship between Khadi and designer branding in a world of logos, mass produced luxury and aspiration? We are fascinated by contradiction and contrast, just as we are with the tropes of tradition and modernity. Can we tweak some of these tropes? Can the mundane be juxtaposed with the unusual? These are issues we explore in this collection. But really, as always, we have more questions than we have answers.