Payal Singhal’s ‘Tahzib’ Reimagines Mughal Art With A Modern Twist

‘Tahzib’ is a nostalgic journey that celebrated the designer’s silver jubilee in the industry…

Oct 14, 2024
  • Shriya Saran and Vidya Vox at Lakme Fashion Week 2024

    Payal Singhal’s showcase ‘Tahzib’ could not get a better start as the Bollywood actress Shriya Saran opened the show with a Kathakperformance to the tunes of ‘In Aankhon ki Masti…’ on day 3 ofFDCI X Lakmé Fashion Week.

    Shriya Saran dancing Kathak at Lakme Fashion week
    Image Credit: Payal Singhal

    We saw her signature deconstructed Anarkalis, Kalidar Shararas and ruffled lehengas but with a twist. We also saw her signature tassels incorporated in very cool ways. “The collection celebrates our roots in Mughal art and culture but also about pushing boundaries, evolving and staying relevant,” says Payal Singhal.

    Payal Singhal Lakme Fashion week 2024
    Image Credit: Payal Singhal

    Ensembles glittered in old-world embroidery techniques such asZari,Lucknowi, MukaishandGotta Pattigive luxury, which is just what is needed for the upcoming festive season. The colours included sepia tones patina representing Mughal Art with detail of black and white embroideries. GoldMattha Pattis, Hathphoolsandnathscomplemented the collection.

    Singer Vidya Vox at Lakme Fashion week 2024
    Image Credit: Instagram/PayalSinghal

    The show ended with a performance by YouTuber and singer Vidya Vox, who was wearing a beautiful ivory Payal Singhal creation. Okay, we love it when fashion meets culture and performing arts, and this show did that beautifully!

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