glamorous dresses, and experimental designs, Rani Mukerji had other ideas While New York Fashion Week often suggests crisp lines. The renowned actress was a head-turner at Sabyasachi’s New York Fashion Week presentation, opting for a traditional black saree instead of a high-profile red-carpet gown. Her classy and undeniably Indian ensemble was the perfect example of the fact that sometimes the most powerful fashion statement is the one that is not geared towards a trend. With its classy lines and a clear Sabyasachi signature, Rani’s saree choice was a delightful addition to the global fashion event.
As the runway showcased its stylish scenarios with Christy Turlington opening the show in peak denim style, the first row was busy making its own fashion statement. Rani Mukerji stepped in with her fashion experience attributed to being in the first row, and she did so by wearing a classic black Sabyasachi saree. A Sabyasachi show presented in New York allowed for some theatrical display of fashion, but Rani Mukerji preferred not to engage in that process. Instead, she walked in wearing a rehearsed black drape that spoke gracefully about her style. There was plenty of scope for some fashion theatrics at the Sabyasachi show in New York, but Rani did not jump on that bandwagon. She opted for a flowing plain black saree with a sleeveless blouse and allowed the monochrome colour scheme to do the talking. And then the hair came in. Carrying the loose, sleek, straight locks styled softly suddenly created a certain nostalgia. With the saree flowing down and the hair spreading out, she created a subtle vibe of romance, and sooner than you realise, she took us back to her ‘Tumhi Dekho Na’ era from ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna.’
Sabyasachi made his comeback at New York Fashion Week after his initial show in 2009. The collection featured 72 looks that integrated the best of Indian heritage and Western international fashion by bringing together ethnic wear with denim and layered clothing. Additionally, he introduced his new multi-year partnership with the Metropolitan Museum of Art to create fine jewellery showcasing Byzantine cloaks.
The Bengal Byzantine Broadway collection combined history and Bengali artistry. Various combinations of jewellery pieces were showcased, including jackets, denim, and slips.