Vikram Phadnis news and archive

IKFW 2015: Little champs shine in designer wear

Little kids upped the glam quotient at twin fashion shows held in Mumbai and New Delhi separately. India Kids Fashion Week (IKFW) in association with leading fashion online portal, Jabong, presented the third edition of fashion event for kids’ fashion in Mumbai on February 20 and 21 at the Hotel Lalit and in New Delhi, on February 28 to March 1,...

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Celebs walk for CPAA

The 9th Annual ‘Caring with Style’ fashion show was held at National Sports Club of India, Mumbai for the Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA). The show had designers Shaina NC and Vikram Phadnis showcasing their creations. Yesteryear’s Bollywood diva, Sadhana now 72, looked stunning in a pink sari, and her trademark fringe framing her face....

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Vishal Fashions displays ensembles at IIFA Awards

After establishing a footprint in India, Vishal Fashions has announced its international foray with designer Vikram Phadnis. The company showcased its garments at this year’s IIFA Awards in Tampa Bay, Florida, USA. The IIFA Collection by Vikram Phadnis for Vishal Fashions was showcased at IIFA Rocks, an event designed for fashion and music....

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Phadnis’ ode to rural India

At the recent Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Summer-Resort 2013 designer Vikram Phadnis showcased his fashion line celebrating rural India. Around 70 people including 30 celebs walked the ramp for him. Phadnis partnered with Swades Foundation, an NGO working for the empowerment of rural India to create his designs dedicating his line to the noble...

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Phadnis to present non-glamorous designs at LFW

Ace designer Vikram Phadnis is all set to showcase a non-glamorous collection, inspired by rural India, on the runway of the summer-resort edition of Lakme Fashion Week (LFW). A five day event, LFW will kickstart in Mumbai from March 22. Phadnis, known for his extravagant and larger than life creations, has partnered with Swades Foundation, an...

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Walking the ramp for ‘BETI’

The India International Jewellery Week 2012 opened with the Grand Envi and Nizam Collections by Gitanjali Gems in association with GR8 for the BETI show. To fight atrocities against female foeticide, acid attacks and women’s illiteracy, it was a celebrity filled event as nearly 75 TV and film personalities walked the ramp to support the cause...

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Phadnis rocks Toronto IIFA

The Indian diaspora in Toronto were taken on a fascinating journey into the world of Indian fashion at an extravagant show held alongside a dazzling weekend celebrating Indian films. The highlight of the event was the fashion sequence ‘Gitanjali Jewels presents Nizam by Vikram Phadnis’. The show was inspired by the rich traditions of Indian...

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Vikram and Malini create Malaga magic

The result of the professional union of celebrated designer, Vikram Phadnis with the highly acclaimed accessories designer, Malini Agarwalla of Malaga fame, can only be described as magical. They have launched their second boutique at The Gallery on MG Road, New Delhi. This is their first flagship store in Delhi. Phadnis says the store is an...

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Vikram Phadnis designs for TV wedding

The super successful Indian spin off on the Big Brother, Big Boss continues to keep the nation enthralled with every move tailored to keep the fans buzzed. This time it was the lavish wedding ensemble and trousseau for the wedding that took place on the show between TV stars Sara Khan and Ali Merchant. Designer Vikram Phadnis was roped in to...

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Vikram Phadnis’ Nizam collection

Vikram Phadnis showcased his bridal collection at the Aamby Valley India Bridal Week 2010. In typical Phadnis style, the collection had Bollywood glamour written all over it. His Nizam collection was inspired by the Nizam jewelry from the Gitanjali Group. It had everything that one could ask for: drapes, vibrant colors, fabrics, lehengas,...

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Designers are artists, it is official now

In an eagerly awaited verdict Tarun Tahiliani and the fashion world emerged victorious after the Bombay High Court ruled that designers are entitled to IT exemptions afforded to other artists. A division bench of Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justice J P Devdhar dismissed appeals filed by the IT Department against the orders of the Income Tax...

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Phadnis to debut at Dubai bridal show

Vikram Phadnis has signed up to take part in The Bride Show Dubai for the first time in his designing career. He will showcase his latest designs to Dubai’s followers of fashion. The four-day event begins on April 7. The Bride Show Dubai offers UAE women a wide range of fashion shows, where professional models showcase the latest haute couture...