Art and a little royalty

Designers Paras and Shalini of Geisha Designs have found inspiration for their collection for the WIFW in slightly unusual sources.
Their clothes are inspired by the impressionist art movement ��� and by Grace Kelly, the princess of Monaco, because the French Riviera has a rich history of art, fashion and glamour.
The designers, who showcase their collection today, the last day of the WIFW, have tried to give the impression of old world glam in their designs under the Grace Kelly influence.Paintings of artistes like Claude Monet, Manet, Van Gogh, Cezzane and Paul Gauguin have inspired the motifs and the colours.
The collection has clean straight silhouettes inspired by the 80s and the late 70s. From maxi dresses to sheath dresses, the look is very minimalist. The colours range from muted tones to vibrant jewel colours balanced with an ivory tone. The influence of the impressionist art movement is felt in the short thick strokes of paint to capture the subject rather than the details.