Anju Modi has been an integral part of the Indian Fashion Industry right from its nascent stages. Having started her label in 1990, she has worked in the industry for 20 creative years. She has been a quiet but strong force in the vehement increase in growth, awareness and potential of fashion in India. A revered couturier, her designs have been incensed with passion, romance and seduction. The label 'Anju Modi' is synonymous to beauty, panache and elegance, which over the past two decades has mesmerized all ardent followers of fashion. She is a founding member of the Fashion Design Council of India, and currently presides over the Budget Committee of the Council. Over her illustrious journey spanning twenty years, she has clients based out of the US, UK, Spain, Hong Kong, Singapore and most of the Middle East. Her clients also include eminent celebrities like Shabana Aazmi, Katrina Kaif, Rekha Poorie, Koel Poorie, Sonal Mansingh, Bina Modi, Deepshikha Khaitan, Sharmila Dalmia and many more. Anju Modi also spearheads The Wedding Concept and Design Co, which is a one-stop shop for all wedding solutions. In 2006 she was one of only four Indian Designers selected for Heyers Fashion Festival in Paris, organized by the Chambre Syndicale, also organizers of the Paris Fashion Week. In the same year, she was also invited to present her collection at the Miami Fashion Week. In 2009, she was requested by the Department of Tourism to show during their international event India Calling at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Over the years she has shown at multiple fashion weeks, collaborative events and charities across the globe. Behind the scenes Anju Modi has tirelessly been working with master artisans across the country. Age-old Indian techniques long forgotten have been delicately revived by her. In weaving, vegetable dyeing, block printing and old traditional embroidery she has created an extensive library of research and development. She has also been working on contemporizing traditional crafts like Chanderi Weaving, Kota Fabrics, Varanasi Zari work and Bandhani printing, to fulfill the needs of a market and niche that she has created. With India at the center of her inspirations her designs have evolved and her vision enriched. Each 'Anju Modi' collection continues the exploration of developing a modern design voice while simultaneously drawing a new story from the rich traditional vocabulary of Indian design and craft.       Born in the well known fashion Mecca of India, Mumbai, Archana Kochhar is an India based fashion designer. As a young girl Archana grew up in the cosmopolitan hub of Mumbai, Bandra. Her surroundings and the energies of this great city highly influenced her outlook to life. Her closeness for the best life has to offer amalgamated with the finesse of luxury led to Archana developing a passion for fashion and dressing up not just herself but her near and dear ones too. Soon after completing her Bachelors in Commerce Archana did her Business Administration where she learnt the fine art of backing creativity with business. The fires of passion for style and creative designing of women's wear led to Archana setting up her own fashion design studio. A decade since in the business of Serious Fashion, Archana has a lineage of 3 stores in the city of Mumbai from where she caters to the luxury needs of the fashion conscious buyer. This decade not only saw her participation in all major fashion weeks but has seen her present her own bi-annual collections regularly over numerous independently handled shows all across the length and breadth of the Indian Sub-continent. Her design sensibility is a perfect marriage between exclusive embroideries and nouveau texturizing techniques all in luscious color palettes making each ensemble a must have season after season. Archana Kochhar designs for the modern woman of today who enjoys bold, contemporary pieces that provide her with an elaborate yet understated, flamboyant yet finessed, traditional yet global wardrobe. Her signature creations that embark on a celebration of brides and exquisite trousseaus reminisces the enchanted eye of nothing but utter couture. She luxuriously draws inspiration from the 18th century Indian regalia, Ancient heirlooms and Victorian costume architecture to create the overwhelming "Archana Kochhar" look. As her acclaim graph gets higher and higher with each season not only was she invited by Galleries L'Fayette, Paris, to present her collection with leading fashion brands world over, like KENZO, UNGARO, CHRISTIAN LACROIX, amongst others but Bollywood glitterati comprising of Katrina, Dia Mirza, Sameera Reddy, Amrita Rao, Mahima, Minisha Lamba, Urvashi Sharma, Raima Sen, PariJzad Zorabian Jaqueline Fernandes are a few of those who rank her as a favorite. Archana Kochhar's client list also comprises leading Industrialists, Business tycoons and other famed glitterati Unusual, almost ethereal silhouettes are created purely from imagination, with exquisite embroidery techniques and distinctive drapes. Opulent Bridal trousseaus, ravishing evening gowns and structured saris are all part of her vast repertoire that addresses a global audience   UNRAVELLED Some people are aware of their capabilities and they do their utmost to channelize their energies and maximize their potential. Some are unaware of their creative talent and one moment of transformation changes their course of life. Arshi Jamal belongs to the second category. He completed his post graduation from IMI, Switzerland but reverted to his true calling as a fashion designer by launching his brand label NJ Creations. Shimmer 2009 was his debut show as a designer that had famous models like Anupama Verma, Shawar Ali, Zulfi Syed and Bunty Grewal adorning his designs. His participation in Bangalore Fashion Week 2010 drew great responses and accolades from retail as well as local sectors. INSPIRATION Arshi draws inspiration from all quarters of life. His nomadic spree exposed him to many unexplored arenas that he incorporates in his designs. He may get inspired from a rich aristocrat or even a village belle or may be an uninteresting art piece may catch his attention. DESIGN ETHOS Arshi designs according to moods - moods of his clients, his own temperament or sometimes he gives up to the moods of his craftsmen. He explores every realm of fashion - bridal, casual, pret, couture, ethnic, experiments with the colour palette - bright, subtle, vibrant, pastel, uses myriad of fabric creatively - silk, georgette, chiffon, crepe, cotton, velvette, brocade, thus setting himself apart from the niche brigade. USP "Harmony of fashion and economics is what I strive for, to bring fashion to every doorstep is what I desire," says Arshi. This is what his label NJ creations believes in, to reach out to masses and to glamorise the essence of womanhood while keeping their sanity in place. Arshi's forte is vivid use of embroidery and versatile fusion of drapes in traditional outfits.   ARSHI JAMAL LUCKNOW 0522- 2620936 9935330038 arshijamal32@yahoo.com             VASTHRA ENTERPRISES is a pioneer in creating designs that stem from evryday life and emphasise the subtlitiy of the designs. Leading by innovation, we have opened the gateway to a trendy collection of Ladies Fashion Garments and Men's Wear Clothing.   We combine our artistic aethetics with our vast experience to create something special. We try and inspire our garments from the unlikeliest like thumbprints or butterflies. The designs are simple yet magical. Lending an attractive personality to the wearer, our garments are masterpieces besides being the epitome of elegance and comfort. In today's flashy world Vasthra designs stands out as they takes us back to our roots and get us in touch with our selves to bring happiness and peace to the inner receses of our souls. The zodiac designs are the brainchild of Ashwini Ramanisankar the CEO of Vasthra alongwith Niha Masih and Pavithra Ramanisankar - LSR Alumnus. They bring with them a natural flavour, freshness and youthful exuberance to their designs. From the off beat to the trendy they in true totality find fashion in the mundane to bring exclusive designs from the most varied backgrounds.   Jattin Kochhar   HISTORY Jattinn kochhar a 1972 born Aquarian is a New Delhi, India based "Garuda" between Art and Fashion.He launched his label at the age of nineteen in the year 1991, without any formal training in fashion. Jattinn firmly believes that he is truly blessed by the Almighty.Born with an extra dosage of creativity from god is certainly his biggest asset. His ability to amalgamate his soulful Indian heritage with true urban influences has been the foundation of his design ideology. HIS SHOWS He has showcased his fashion creations across the globe in India,Srilanka,Thailand,Malaysia,Singapore,Australia,Brazil,Egypt,Uzbekistan,Russia and South Africa   In India he has had shows regularly in metros like Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, Bangalore ,Hyderabad, Ahmadabad along with Mussorie, Bhopal, Surat, Baroda, Cochin etc.   ART SHOWINGS Casula power house, Sydney Feb'99 (solo) Continuum Udayan care,New Delhi march'08 (group) Delhi diary golden jubilee art show, Galerie Romain Rolland, New Delhi may'08 (group) Open studio ,Tokyo Wonder Site, Aoyama, Tokyo,18th May"09 Open studio ,Tokyo Wonder Site, Aoyama, Tokyo, 20th June"09 Synchronicity,Triveni kala sangam,New Delhi,27th Nov'09 - 6 Dec'09 (Group) Galaxy of stars ,Galaxy Hotel,Gurgaon ,12th Dec'09 -18TH Dec'09 (Group)   RESIDENCE ARTIST IN PROGRAMME Tokyo Wonder Site,Aoyama,Tokyo,Japan:May'09-July'09 AWARDS Lycra Design Partner 2008 Lycra Design Partner 2007 Lycra Design Partner 2006 Lycra Design Partner 2005 Award of honour by Dorian Yates charitable award 1999. Cine Excellency designer appreciation award 1998. Indian institute of technology appreciation award 1997. Indo-American Society young achievers award 1997. All India Institute of Medical Sciences appreciation award 1996-1997. Mescos Designer of the year award 1995. J.D Institute of fashion technology appreciation award 1995. I.E.C Technical Excellence Award 1994. J.D Institute of fashion technology appreciation award 1993-1994 or being first Indian designer to be selected by the Australian Fashion Frame work to showcase his creation across the world & to be the first Indian designer to have showcased in Brazil (Rio-De-Janeiro & Sao Paulo). Yuva Ratna Award by the Youth Congress for his contribution towards the unity & diversity of India through his designs.   VERSATILE PERSONALITY Jattinn also has to his credit several popular televisions shows such as khoobsurat, Fashion Square, The India show. As an anchor, guest anchor and several other television shows in which his expertise in terms of conceptualizing and styling were used. Along with television Jattinn did a short stint on radio as well. His contribution in academics concerning "Fashion" also has been praise worthy. Jattinn was heading the National Institute of Fashion Design as the Director General for the academic session 2000-2001. He has been conducting workshops on various aspects of fashion with some of the best Fashion Institutes across the country. Jattinn has been actively writing on Fashion and other lifestyle related topics for some of the leading dailies as well as for Fashion and Lifestyles Publication like The Hindustan Times, The Times Of India, Indian Express, H.T Persona, Just teens, Dainik Hindustan, Dainik Bhasker, Femina, New Women, Teens-Today,4th D Woman,Ah Zindagi etc. JATTINN KOCHHAR (Design Studio) A-2 Naraina Vihar, Ring road Opposite Indian oil petrol pump, New-Delhi-110028. India Ph :+ 91-11-32982273 Fax :+ 91-11-41414696 E Mail : jattinnkochhar@gmail.com       The House of Valaya is one of the leading fashion and design groups in India. The Valaya group designs, manufactures and retails fashion and lifestyle products, including apparel (Couture & Diffusion), accessories, home furnishings, object d'art, furniture and signature tapestries under a range of brand names: JJ Valaya, Studio Valaya and Valaya Home. Founded by JJ Valaya and TJ Singh in 1992 in New Delhi, India the Valaya trademark took on a true identity, which has been nurtured in a consistent way ever since. This was done with the launch of its couture label -JJ Valaya, which was introduced at various up market retail stores across India as well as overseas. In 1994, JJ Valaya became the first Indian couture label to have an independent solo show in India. After a successful ntroduction of the couture label, the group began to broaden its portfolio and thus was born JJ valaya Life", India's largest single designer store till date. This, the group's flagship store as launched in 1996 and is located in New Delhi in an area of one acre. It announced the evolution of the group into areas akin to fine design. This also saw the birth of a new label -Valaya Home. From 1997, the group began showcasing its labels in the overseas market. JJ Valaya was on catwalks in Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, London, Manchester, Dubai, New York, where he shared the ramp with leading American designer Todd Oldham in a fund raiser held at the Plaza on 5 th Avenue, Erfurt (Germany) and, of course, Paris. 1999 saw the group expand its operations into ready-to-wear with its new diffusion label - Studio Valaya. As part of its strategy to maintain control over initial distribution and retail, stand-alone stores were launched simultaneously in Delhi and Mumbai. The House of Valaya was born in 1992 with a workforce of three persons working out of a 150 square feet room. Today the group employs more than 300 persons and works out of its 35,000 Sq feet facility at IMT Manesar.   Jyoti Sharma Modernism and feminity, style and quality - these are some of the hallmarks of young and upcoming fashion designer Jyoti Sharma. Starting her career only a few years ago, the 26-year-old promising fashion designer has created a niche for herself in the fashion fraternity. Her strengths lie in her attention to details, flawless designs and last-minute finishing touches. The avant-garde fashion designer launched her label 'Bhanuni', which means 'Charming Women', in 2008 and since then, it has created a lot of waves in the fashion world. Exclusively meant for women, the label offers a wide range to choose from. The focus is on wearability along with a futuristic look and is targeted towards the vibrant young generation. Jyoti has been one of the most savoured designers in the Indian fashion fraternity. She has showcased her collection at the all dolled-up show, Lakme Fashion Week 09 A/W, Arabia Fashion Week (Dubai) Spring Summer Collection 10 and Indian Premier London Fashion Week A/W 10 that earned her rave reviews from the fashion critics. She pushes her creativity to its limits, details her designs as intricate with appliqué, cutwork, pleating and layering along with embroidery. Emphasis on quality, minutely done detailing and styling, highlighted color coordination and intricately done embroideries are the plus points of the brand. The brand comes as a fresh fragrance in the industry. She is among the genre of designers who have worked to create a look which is undoubtedly that of a global woman. Bhanuni specializes in Indian wear creating exquisite and delicately handcrafted masterpieces that are classic and timeless, ensembles that can be passed on to generations. Bhanuni depicts the royal global heritage, deep rooted in its cultural form, tradition and legacy. Her exquisite collections are available at Zenon (Kolkata), Amara (Mumbai), Aura (Nagpur), Collage (Chennai), Rudraksh (Pune), Ogaan and Mai Fashion (Delhi), Onita (London) as well as several other stores across the globe.   Lina Tipnis & her label LINARIKA, known for diffusion and prêt clothing, has carved a niche in the fashion arena.   Besides successfully retailing thru' stores in India, Europe & Middle East, she was also involved in setting up Raymond's designer prêt stores concept -BE. She is one of the very few Indian designers to showcase at CPD-Dusseldorf and had an exclusive showing of clothing fused with Indian art at the Katonah Museum in New York.   Lina Tipnis is the only Indian designer to have designed for Queen Rania of Jordan. She is the recipient of the most prestigious Indira Gandhi young achievers award and very recently the Lions Gold International Award for the Designer of the year-2009.           Michelle Salins   Fashion Designer. And a sucessful Interior Designer & Decorator at first. Born April 8th, in INDIA. The third child to Randolph (an Industrialist) & Maureen Salins, Michelle enjoyed a pampered childhood. She attended the St. Ann's High School in Secunderabad and later St. Francis College before leaving home to join the popular design school, Sophia B.K.Somani in Mumbai. She did well securing herself an award in her final year & also a special award for her color implementation. She was noticed at a college fest by well known dancer & choreograher Shiamak Davar & she went on to join his company for Jazz ballet & performed at professional shows as a hobby. Back home in Hyderabad, Michelle started her company 'Salins Designs' & sucessfully designed & executed interior projects for celebrity homes, offices & automobile showrooms. Her prestigious client list include the home of the ex-Prime Minister of India, office of ex-chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, showrooms for BMW, Hyundai, General Motors, Tata, Maruti & Ford.The Sathyam Cinemas theatre & office of Oracle. She has also designed gift packaging for the Sultan Of Oman for his 35th anniversary celebrations. However, Michelle's passion for fashion continued & she started her label in 2007. Completely self taught, Michelle learnt her pattern making through books at midnight & went on to work with silk weavers closely in Southern India. Today, she understands the detail of the fabric & she uses it in various textures & garment styles. What intrigues her most she says, is "Seeing my sketch turn into the actual garment & thereafter being transformed, when on the wearer" It creates a sense of added feminity & sesuality to every wearer she believes. Having succesfully showcased at the Miami International Fashion Week in March 2010, she is now set to step into the International market, taking with her a peice of her country's rich heritage. Her garments have a stylishly western silhoutte & construction while her ornamentation is very indianized making it her signature style. In May 2010, one of her cocktail dresses showcased at the Maimi runway was listed as one of the top 10 'must haves' for the week by the New York Couture Fashion site. Michelle includes in every collection a trace of the 'Butterfly' motif. known to be her biggest inspiration (as her Dad called her that), the Butterfly she says" represents confidence, playfulness, sensuality & color." All of which is very visible in her creations. Michelle is known for her incredible use of color combinations & coordinates. and her couture Bridal gowns & evening wear are a must have. Michelle has been invited to participate at New York Couture Fashion week & New York's best ever trade show for Fashion in September 2010.     A small town bikaneri girl who has grown eating bikaneri spicy bhujiya & admiring majestic forts, grand havelis, chanting in splendid temples, spectacular palaces, playing in rural & desert landscape, absorbing the traditional & colourful culture, delicious cuisine & bright costumes of bandhani & lehriya ------arrives in Fashion industry with big time ambition, suitcase full of electric ideas, As she gets closer to stardom...her looks takes on a stage worthy polish..& now showcasing her spicy brand as "Monika mathuria". Welcome to the dazzling world of Monika Mathuria designer &ethnic sarees. Her design cell carries the mandate to design today's moods & define tomorrow's trends. Every product she offers is an idea conceived, shaped & evolved in her end user's attitude and style. Of course, it is compatible with only the finest. Monika's design will take you through an intense & unforgettable journey into a women's heart where her dreams, her emotions, her fantasies come through sheer magic of breathtakingly gorgeous sarees crafted with unmatched skills   After winning gold medal in fine arts in higher secondary, Monika studied in textile designing from NIFT Kolkata & then worked on block printing & heavy intricate embroidery from Jaipur for 1 year & now introducing her creation through BFW. She promotes her collection by mixing textures & heavy embroidery .Monika is showcasing her ethics & culture through her collection to the world. She opens a window of craftsmanship & an insight into Rajasthan culture & legendary tales. I WORK LIKE A VIRUS, NOW IT'S TIME TO GET THE WORLD INFECTED. & I M THE "Monika Mathuria"       Ramesh Dembla is known for his unique approach and beautiful designs, ingenious colours pallet and exceptional cuts under the design label of KRISHNA DEMBLA. "Shimmer Rivulet" ….. they flow, they entice, they drape and they capture ones heart with the passion of a lover. With stylish shimmer embroidery to enhance their natural beauty, Ramesh has also worked on multiple uses for the same garment. Ramesh's lines are designed to maintain an enduring aesthetic appeal and ensure comfort and elegance to the wearer even as they are in tune with global fashion trends .He is unfolding the beauty of realm into allure of surreal.   The name Ramesh Dembla stands for a unique concept of elegance, a clientele of elite crowd and film stars, and a fashion hallmark recognized throughout the world. Ramesh Dembla has created a trademark style that is modern and pure, elegant but not conventional. Designer Ramesh Dembla's journey into fashion is spanning into Indo Western clothes, jewellery and accessories. It has fascinated admirers across India and abroad. His journey had begun centre-stage with his first show in Australia in front of 3000 audience and attended by the honourable Ambassador of the Indian Embassy.   Ramesh Dembla's designs have crossed the shores of India and gone as far as Los Angeles. In fact, it was Ronn Moss - the famous American actor, musician and singer/songwriter, best known for portraying Ridge Forrester in the soap opera The Bold and the Beautiful noticed his label in LA. So, when he was in India, he made it a point to get in touch with me and even walked the ramp for him. Most of his fashion shows are stubbed with long list of show stoppers that include Mrs. World and Bollywood stars like Ria Sen, Sofie Choudhary, Jacqueline Fernandez, Aarti Chabria, Smilie Suri, Shaurya Chauhaan. His fashion shows also witness special appearances by stars like Rithesh Deshmukh, Neal Nitin Mukesh, Samir Dattani and Sreesanth.   Down in south several Sandal Wood Stars like Ramya, Sharmila Mandre, Sanjana and Nidhi Subbaiah industry have walked the ramp for Ramesh's Collections.   RAMESH DEMBLA BANGALORE 080-23561902 krishnadembla@hotmail.com     Mubeen Fatima is a full bright scholar in alumnus of INIFD, her association in textiles began in 2006. Mubeen Fatima is a designer from the city of nawabs, she began her Hyderabad fashion career in 2006. She was very soon honed in design rooms of Hyderabad and Dubai. Although a shy person, Mubeen Fatima, believes she is the true couturier, she is known for her contemporary designs and maintains the high standards of classic cuts and tailoring. She has created her own range of ensembles saris, ghagras and khada-dupattas. She is proud to be the part of Hyderabad fashion week and showcase her collection "Tahzeeb" "Tahzeeb" is all about the traditional culture of Hyderabad. Which takes new turn with absolutely stylized flower motifs with modern mix and match of colours. The sarees,ghagras and stylish khada-dupattas comes straight from the Deccan era of Nizams. The sari's coming on the stage at regular intervals that ransom embellishment of embroidery but only with heavy, broad zari and stoned border which makes a style statement. Bright colours with heavy embroidery and abstract motifs are constant eye teaser in the rang           Neeru's is one of the most sought after fashion labels in India. Since its inception back in 1971, it has reached unattainable summits in Indian ethnic dressing. Its unparalleled success complemented by positive customer feedback encouraged the brand to expand its reach beyond Hyderabad to Mumbai and Bangalore. From a diverse range of ethnic finery like embroidered sarees, Indian silks, suits, bridal ensembles to western apparels and kids' wear, Neeru's has been the quintessential exemplar of a complete ethnic wear brand.   Neeru's has been spearheaded to its present standing by the very talented couple Harish & Neeru Kumar. With each new collection designed by them, a distinct **flavour can be sensed in their design sensibilities, cuts and use of fabrics. Their tryst with Indian fashion goes a long way and they extract the most out of their varied Indian travel experiences, which is well reflected in all their collections. They have been working diligently towards designing splendid creations for today's woman with a firm hand on the pulse of the market. Weaving magic on the ramp with their matchless bridal collection, they get ready to add another proverbial feather in their hat.     Neema Kumar is the well known name in the fashion circuit today. After her graduation in commerce, she acquired formal fashion education from IIFT, Delhi and NIFT, Bangalore.   Later on, she did 'Management Programme for Woman Entrepreneurs' from IIM, Bangalore. Neema has showcased her collection in various shows incl Bangalore Fashion Week, Jan 10. After gaining experiences in the field of fashion & styling as well as business & management, she launched her own label "neemakumar".   The label is conceived to provide the designer and casual/contemporary apparel & accessories to independent working woman of the today who likes modernity with a bit of traditionalism.   Her forte lies in aesthetic styling to eye-for-detail offerings in her versatile designs which are aimed at contemporary dynamic life style of the society, yet universal in appeal within affordable range and highest quality   Ph: 09480776974 / 09019721618 Email: neemakumar5@gmail.com Website :neemakumar.com   Omana, a fashion brands designer manufacturer for high end hot couture fashion. The fact that styling is so unabashedly indowestern, for which there is lacunae in Indian designer market. The collection is young vivacious yet wispy and trendy. There is practicality, post -modernity and the wild in sweet sexy. But it has been gently balance with smooth color combination, romanticism, grace and dreaminess, this has been achieved primarily through the technique of deconstruction, pleating, freely layering and asymmetry and clean lines. The color palette comprises brilliant, scarlet, bronze, teal and sky blue, pink and orange, pale gold and old rose, archer yellow turquoise, crimson red and jet black. All the cuts are purely wearable perfect to wear and go parting To go with that nip in the air, the label has come up with the indowestern collection, inspired by well-known western cuts embellished with zari, gota, appliqué and embd. Work to give indowestern look. Creation in omana has been of immense emasculations. Designers and craftsmen has been working 24x7 to create a ensemble. Ramesh joshi the owner of the creative ensemble has been the brainchild behind the innovative creation of omana.He has been the chief source of inspiration to all his sub- ordinates. Rimi Miki   Creativity is the ability to generate innovative ideas and manifest them from thought into reality. Graduating from Scottish church college, degree in Political Science (Hons),Kolkata.I had my formal training in fashion design from NiFD Lindsay Street Kolkata.I worked for few years in export company’s. Then I launch my label ‘RIMI M’ and kept creating garments. I use unusual fabrics, detailing and texturing, patch worked and hand embroidery with gorgeous decoration in a vibrant color palette to make the feeling of gorgeous. I worked with those people who have Lacking opportunities or advantages to show there creativity, like they are expert in hand embroidery like kantha stitch, because of low economic or social status they cant access to the rights or benefits granted to the rest of society, I develop my garments by kantha stitch, so its helped them, there are lots of people in our villages in West Bengal. Bengal is known all over the world for its art so I have wide interest in Bengal art.   My theme name is Altamira N-22   Altamira is a cave in Spain famous for its Upper Paleolithic cave paintings featuring drawings and polychrome rock paintings of wild mammals and human hands. From my childhood I have lots of interest in painting and drawing, this is the one of the reason of my interest in fashion designing. My house no N22, and there I paint,made lot of paintings,design garments,develop hand embroidery so my house a second altamira there is lots of hand made things. That’s why I can relate myself with Altamira and chose it as my theme in BFW. My collection of BFW based on Altamira, there is hand painting and touch of kantha stitch (hand embroidery) in my collection.I did hand paint on my collection by me. Kantha is a type of embroidery popular in Bangladesh and in West Bengal, India. that has been passed down through generations. The art has been flourishing in rural Bengal for centuries .kantha stitch is is one of main part of my collection. Samars Designs     Delhi based designers Pankaj Kumar & Ajit Parihar conceived "Samars Designs" in 2008, and were later joined by their Managing Partner Vipin Ghosh. They made their debut at Bangalore Fashion Week in July'09 with their collection "Kaali Maati",[A Collection inspired by the SOUL].   This followed by an invitation to the Fiji Fashion Week last year to showcase their collection. They specialize in pattern based and creatively manipulated cuts and drapes for women who want to look elegant, classy, sophisticated and chic, and to their personal taste ; Its' their interest to understand clothing and fashion on a different scale and getting involved with people who are molding it.     " Buyers & Media Contact: Pankaj Kumar & Ajit Parihar. 35A (2nd Floor), Shahpurjat, New Delhi-110049. Mb: +91 9953049282. +91 9868362100. E-mail: samarsdesigns@rediffmail.com           Sajda N Gopa - the prime aim of the brand is to create designer garments which are pieces of art. The ensembles they craft are designed with uniqueness to embellish the wearer and enhance the personality. The designer duo is known for their stylish collection which balances ethnic designs and international trends. A wide array of "garments" ranging from the casual to the highly formal, are on display.   The assortment is an eclectic mix of fabulous designs, inspired by the ethnic cultural roots of India and blended with western precision. The exclusivity of the Sajda N Gopa range lies in the exceptional creative ideas reflected with dexterity in textures, prints and embroidery. The designers have successfully revived the age old aaric, zardosi, kantha and ancient motifs with a refreshing new touch.   A close look at their range will also reveal clothes which blend block print with spray/smudge print and hand print. Vibrant colors and beautiful motifs created on layers of luxurious fabric, adorn the distinct designs fashioned by the gifted designers. The signature look of the Sajda N Gopa collection captures the essence of the Indo-western look through a distinctive blend of the best fashion trends of "the east and the west".     After getting enrolled in NIIFT (Mohali) Sandeep was very keen and passionate to have his own label some day. His first commercial exposure in fashion was when he got to intern with Savio Jon in Goa, which he terms truely a learning experience.   After passing out from college he joined a leading fully vertically integrated firm sportking where he headed the womens fashion range. He also designed the autumn/winter womens T-shirt range for Shoppers Stop. But since he couldn't resist his desperation for having his own label he quit his job and finally his label 'Gurnam' which he dedicates to all his gurus (teachers) and specially to his mom was launched. His forte is to blend the beauty of indian arts and crafts with modern and futuristic global fashion. Today with a very good clientele in North India and supplying to boutiques and stores in US and Canada, he surely has a promising future.   With firm belief in his creativity and originality, he is ready to showcase his new collection at Bangalore Fashion Week winter/festive 2010. His collection has been inspired by the new age global indian woman who is quite exposed to the global influences and also shares a modern sense of thinking but at the same time is also tempered by our huge sense of tradition, culture and family. She is quite aware of international trends, tastes and preferences but is also very clear of her own aspirations and choices. His collection is an urban exotic fusion where he weaves indian sensibility with an international understanding using haze of heritage and old world customs along with modern values. Hence his woman is quite bold, beautiful, sexy, sassy and very indian at heart.   Beige,black,white,silver, gold,greens, fuschia are the dominant colours in his collection. Organza, laminated fabrics, net, georgettes have been used with lots of experimentations. Also he has come up with some very exciting and exclusive new range of shoes for his show. And he is looking forward to rock the ramp and having a great show at Bangalore. CONTACT- SANDEEP SAROY, Email: sandeep195@yahoo.com, mob:9814530357       Sanjeet Anand a growing star in the galaxy of the global fashion world where every is a piece de resistance she has her signature style statement to combine Indian art and craftsmanship with an international feel giving every fashionista a unique feel of pride and sensuality.   Her creations have earned her to be awarded the official designer for the British HEFTA Awards- uk . Sanjeet is the proud winner of the Asian style awards London and has been an in-house name for Dubai Fashion week, Bahrain Fashion week adding a feather in her cap of success time and again.   Sanjeet has dressed beauties globally both from Hollywood as well as Bollywood and has the Top models sashaying down the ramp in her unique ensembles. She has also done costumes for almost every saas & bahu of Indian Television in reality shows.   Sanjeet is steadily bringing Indian art into the global foray amalgamating style, sensuality and sexiness in her signature trend setting style,a must watch rising star of our Indian fashion fraternity. So Brace as Sanjeet is all set to sweet you off your feet with an absolute innovative fashion forward creativity in her impeccable style of elegance and mystic beauty.   few past shows . 2008 -2009 -2010 Fashion Events & Awards Dubai Fashion fiesta 2008 - 2009 Bahrain Fashion week 2008 -2009 Sarv Atelier 2009 show J.W Marriot - Mumbai British Hefta Awards (Birmingham) U.K. 2008 Miss bollywood U.K. 2009 Asian Style Awards U.K. 2008 TV Reality Shows For Top Bollywood TV Channels. 2008-2009 Chennai Face 2010 - Taj Connemare Chennai Hyderabad fashion week 2010 - Novatel Hyderabad   With the beautifying nature and the fact that Sun,Soil and the trees are the main essentials of living; designers,SHARAN & SATISH with their label MANDI have always looked for their furure as bright orbs of light in the sky that seems in some way to define their work of night and day.   The colours of collection," YELLOW,BROWN & GREEN" not only emphasize on the zenith and vessels of life but also joy,wisdom,realism growth, faith and peace. The stylized and futuristic drapes, pleats and pin-tucks carefully balanced with the light elegant embroidery adds to the beauty of the silhouette. Keeping in view, a female client who is very much focused and aware of her priorities in life,she is positive and straight at her thoughts, confident and just full of life. 1. "MANDI" offering women's (evening/party) wear crafting and playing with innovative western silhouettes, thus creating an understated elegance and a spark-off trend with chunky accessories! Introducing to all, the most promising designers, "Satish" and "Sharan". 2. To know what is playing and crafting with cuts ,drapes and embroiderry, keeping in mind an innovative western silhouette, with chunky jewelleries, "MANDI" says it all ; creating an understated elegance and a spark off trend, introducing to all, promising designers on stage "Satish and Sharan". 3. "Inspirations help MANDI not only to showcase their strength in the form of fusion of different cuts, drapes and embroiderry, but also to create an enigmatic and distinctive look". With the colours of joy, wisdom, realism, growth and peace, the clothes are elegant and add a spark-off trend. And thus, with the good fortune in an industry, we have our promising designers, welcome on stage- Satish and Sharan.     Bhumika and Shyamal Shodhan started off in fashion in the year 2000 in the western city of Ahmedabad, India. Bhumika's passion for textiles and fashion led her to study fashion design at the National Institute of Fashion Technology. They together established the label SHYAMAL & BHUMIKA shortly after. The Designers were nominated for Best Indian Wear at the Marie Claire India Fashion Awards 2008 in New Delhi.       Website -www.shyamalbhumika.com Press & Buyers Contact: Shyamal Shodhan-0091-9833520520 Phone no.-0091-79-26562600 / 65415230 / 26442410 Email - shyamalshodhan@yahoo.com SHYAMAL & BHUMIKA, Ground Floor, Aashka building , Lane nxt. to Medisurge Hospital, Mithakali Six Roads, Ahmedabad-380006, Gujarat , INDIA       Colours, textures, prints & patterns have always inspired this INIFD graduate from kolkata to create simple but striking fashion. While still in college, Soham completed his internship from Mumbai and joined a fashion house in Kolkata as a designer. In 2009, Soham launched his own prêt label called "so-mo". His label has a classy range of ethnic and western attire for both men and women with a touch of bling. Apart from his regular clients he also designs for celebrities like Parno Mitra and Anshuman Gupta. He also caters to individual orders. In 2010, "FEVER 104 FM" had roped in Soham as a guest consultant for its "Fashion Tips" segment, which was on air for a month. He is also associated with a new magazine named "ROCKERS HEAVEN" as a fashion consultant for its "Fashion" segment. In 2009, he was invited to show his collection at the very prestigious "DC FASHION WEEK" held at Washington DC, USA. He was also a part of the ILPA Fashion Show held in Kolkata in 2010. Soham is now gearing up to participate in various fashion shows around India. Soham is yet to open his own flagship store. He takes up prêt orders for both men and women. Soham Chakraborty Tel : + 91 033-2358-2959 + 91 9007811736 Addess : E-6/8, Karunamoyee, Sector -II, Salt Lake, Kolkata, West Bengal E-mail : soham@so-mo.in Website : www.so-mo.in     Aayushi Vaghela, Astha Jain,Stegi Thoppil                   One of the sixteen finalist of star ones reality show Lakme Fashion House , where Swapnil was first runner up . The brand Swapnil Shinde a mere 3 yr old label has rapidly become One of the favourite's amongst india's young and sexy models, Celebrities and jet-sets... The brand revolves around trying to find the possibility of a balance between the two extreme terms, 'sexy' without being cheap or crude, and 'elegant' without being boring or matronly. Apart from styling various celebrities like aishwarya rai , Priyanka Chopra, Lara Dutta , Mughda Godse, Amrita Rao, Soha Ali Khan , shweta salve ,kangana ranaut Shweta bhardwaj, mandira bedi, shazahn padamsee to name a few, he has just finished designing costumes for ideam production "Fired" starring Rahul Bose. He has also designed few key looks for Madhur Bhandarkar's movie "Fashion" specially for Priyanka Chopra, people pictures "99" starring kunal khemu and soha ali khan , and recently for sanjay leela bhansali productions "Guzarish" various ad campaigns like Sunsilk with Priyanka Chopra, Vivel with Amrita Rao and a few music videos. Recently swapnil also created a special wardrobe for current Femina Miss India Pooja Chopra for the Miss World 2009 pageant Overall the brand does not scream loud That it's from India! But it gives a hint that it has something Indian!