Picture of the Day: Payal Singhal's Royal Blue Contemporary Dress at LFW A/F '13

It seems like only yesterday that we were being treated to the delights of the Lakmé Fashion Week. Take a look at this incredible creation by Payal Singhal - it certainly didn't escape our attention. Just look at the amazing shade of royal blue which she chose for her design.

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Anita Dongre at the Ethical Fashion Show in Paris

Mumbai-based designer Anita Dongre, who is known for her pioneering fashionable designs using organic cotton, has been invited to Paris to showcase her label Grassroot, at the Ethical Fashion Show.

The shows will take place from the 25th to 28th of September. 
Anita Dongre is already on her way to Paris!

Picture of the Day: Minimalistic Designs by Anita Dongre

According to Anita Dongre, minimalism plays a large part in her work.

The Indian designer stated  'Today’s modern bride craves for simplicity in design. She doesn’t stand at one spot at her wedding but sings and dance with guests'.

Anita Dongre Blends Ethnic and Chic Styles in 'Global Desi'

Ace Indian fashion designer Anita Dongre is not one to shy away from blending traditional styles with contemporary modes.

Nor is she afraid to experiment. Her brand 'Global Desi' is famous for its harnessing of traditional Indian crafts and styles but with a more global outlook.

Her brand was shown on the runway at Lakmé Fashion Week earlier this month and attracted widespread acclaim.

Why not take a look at Anita Dongre styles available on Strand of Silk to get your own fashionable blend of traditional and contemporary?

Picture of the Day: Nandini Bhalla in Abraham Thakore

Cosmopolitan editor Nandini Bhalla was spotted at the WLIFW Spring 2013 wearing a blue saree by Abraham Thakore. We loved so much the style and the colour of the blouse! 

Good choice!

Bollywood Star Aditi Rao Hydari Walking for Anita Dongre at Lakmé Fashion Week A/F 2013

Lakmé Fashion Week, India's foremost couture week, seems to be only just behind us. One collection which we cannot help but reminisce about is Anita Dongre's Global Desi concept.

The selection of Bollywood star Aditi Rao Hydari was absolutely perfect for the collection, we thought. The famous designer's dress looked absolutely stunning on her.

Picture of the Day: Amazing Catwalk Branded Anita Dongre

Every picture from Anita Dongre 's fashion shows is amazing!

Have a look at these stunning skirts in two cool versions!

The New High-street Collection by Anita Dongre

Anita Dongre recently launched AND, her first high-street western inspired label, and followed it up with another, Global Desi, for a chic and ethnic style. Both the brands have been so successful that the designer felt it was the right time to showcase them on a big fashion platform like the Lakme Fashion Week, recently concluded.

AND and Global Desi had indeed a joint show. Global Desi by Anita Dongre showcased a gypsy chic collection inspired by the energy of music festivals, meanwhile, AND took us back to the fashionable ‘70s with flared bottoms, bold prints and solid colours. 

A colourful autumn for everybody!

Anita Dongre's Pet Jewellery Project

Anita Dongre already managed five labels, and you'd think she would have her hands full... But she recently launched a new jewellery line 'Pink City', in collaboration with Pradeep Jethani.

Look at those beautiful dazzling earrings !

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Lisa Haydon in the New Ad-Campaign for Payal Singhal

The Indian designer Payal Singhal chose a very high profile testimonial in order to advertise the new gorgeous collection of fashion styles, inspired by the layouts of the  Persian-style gardens "Char Bagh".

The bride-to-be and famous model Lisa Haydon, will be the face of the new campaign. 

She is apparently the new muse of Payal Singhal and we can easily guess the reason why: she is beautiful, talented, and her features perfectly match the ideal beauty of a Persian garden.