Soumitra Mondal – LFW Summer/Resort 2012
He works with crafts and textiles of Bengal and is renowned for his designs with handlooms. At Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2012, Soumitra Mondal's Marg label presented "Bunon" which means weaving in Bengali. It was the richness of Jamdani and fine Khadi that Soumitra brought to centre stage as he presented a line of the most enchanting feminine creations. Adding traditional floral embroidery to the many weaves of the fabrics, Soumitra ensured that the colours were as regal and sophisticated as the fabrics. So it was off white and golden brown that formed the basis of the colour spectrum, while khadi took on a sheer form to present a sensuous look. The women's wear line started with a regal golden brown checked lehenga and textured kurta, followed by crinkled pants, which were teamed with an embroidered kameez, the white crushed front open maxi shirt worn with capris, the sheer crushed lean tunic and the long two tiered drop waist maxi which were all beautiful leisure wear. The delicately embellished saris with resham and sequins, the diaphanous anarkalis and the final ornate lehenga, revealed the beauty of Jamdani and fine Khadi in all their delicate glory. For lovers of India's rich handlooms that have stood the test of time, Soumitra Mondal's "Bunon" collection will be a timeless offering.
