Designers Monica & Karishma of JADE and Lakmé Salon came together to launch a collection — The New School of Brides — an ode to the many moods and emotions of newly-weds
Lakmé Salon and designer duo Monica & Karishma of JADE came together to launch a collection titled The New School of Brides, a showcase of distinctive hair and make-up looks and designs at Lakmé Fashion Week 2020 Digital First Season Fluid Edition.
The two brands presented a collection that is set to become a guidebook for the brides of 2020 — from opulent makeup and hair created to the intricately handcrafted couture collection the designers. The show was a presentation of oomph, style, craftsmanship and skill, but above all, an ode to the many moods and emotions of the bride.
Designers Monica and Karishma showed that they deeply understand the dreams and hopes of brides on their wedding day and immortalised these feelings through couture.
The designers drew inspiration from their own experiences — as brides full of hope and dreams — combined with their love for fabricating designs that encapsulated the excitement and thrill of the new beginnings. The collection is a subtle invitation to look beyond the grey clouds and revel in the silver linings, just like the bride does. And, for the same reason, the colours used in this range are lush and enchanting — berries, reds, pinks — vibrant tones that symbolises joy, excitement and hopefulness.
They used Kasab and lace to curate intricately handcrafted designs for Ek Taar lehengas (where each piece is intricately handcrafted with just one thread), textured skirts, antique silver thread-work jackets and elegant blouses that gave a twist to the traditional splendour with a global perspective. Each ensemble was further underscored using masterfully crafted accessories like silver bibs, Ek Taar belts, embellished mules and cross-body sling bags.
Completing the dazzling JADE ensembles was the new hair and makeup collection by Lakmé Salon. The collection plays up the beauty of the eyes with glitter and colour in combination with baroque hairstyles featuring textured braids and twisted buns, fixing the spotlight firmly on the bride.
The models sported a contemporary, subtle belle look with a focus on the eyes, enhanced using glitter with splashes of colour, colour on the waterline, bewitching eyelashes and fluffy feathered eyebrows, offset by glowing glass skin and nude lips. Shades of mahogany and brown were extensively used with bronze glitter to add depth and dimension to the eyes.
The hair exhibited a playful rendition of structure through texture and layering — from dual textured braids for instant glam and extra oomph, entwined twin dutch braids that give the ensemble a royal look, flirtatious braided ponytails for playful moments to a French twist for a modern rendition of the classic chic style and the timeless top knot that flatters all face shapes.
Pooja Singh, National Creative Director, Hair, Lakmé Salon said, “Hairstyles for the New School of Brides twist the boundaries of traditional styles for contemporary looks. We have replaced the plain traditional bun with a French twist and fun top knot to craft a fresh look. Each style in this new collection plays with structure through texturing and layered braiding.”
“A contemporary take on tradition, the makeup looks are specially created for the new age bride and her tribe. Replacing the OTT bridal makeup, we have kept a minimal base with nude, dewy fresh and glass glow skin, accentuated with a colour splash, glitter and shimmering eyes in hues of mahogany, browns and bronze. These timeless colours will suit every outfit and occasion in the bridal journey,” added Anupma Katyal, National Creative Director, Skin, of the salon brand.
Monica Shah of JADE said, “We, at JADE, have always stood for Indian craft and techniques, and given it a modern flair.”
