Arjun Khanna's closes IBFW day one with Mother Mary-inspired collection

By

Maverick Martins

Published
Mar 7, 2017

Fashion designer Arjun Khanna closed the first day of the ongoing India Beach Fashion Week 2017 (IBFW) on Monday with his latest range inspired by Mother Mary.

Khanna showcased 50 garments consisting a wide variety of pants, patialas, coats, jackets, waistcoats, long jackets, palazzos, shorts and dhotis for his latest untitled line.

"The collection doesn't have a name... the inspiration comes from Mother Mary...she is always a very strong force and energy behind me and I am a strong believer of her," Khanna told a local news agency.

"From off-white into black - sharp looks but presented with a laidback tropical flair! Lots of detailing and fine tailoring which is my forte goes into the making of each piece. The clothes are cool and sexy," he added.

The designer's show saw many known front row faces including Rimi Sen, Lopamudra Raut, Suneet Varma, Wendell Rodricks, Preeti Jhangiani and her husband Parvin Dabas.

As Khanna closed the first day of the three-day fashion event, designer duo Shyamal & Bhumika will be bringing the curtains down on Tuesday and top fashion designer Suneet Varma has been chosen for the grand finale event on Wednesday.