Fashion takes over Gurgaon @ Times Lifestyle Week

A fashion and style-high weekend marked its return to Gurgaon with Oppo India presents Times Lifestyle Week, co-powered by Indian Institute of Fashion & Design, Wild Stone and M3M India, with Grand Hyatt Gurgaon as the hospitality partner. The three-day event began on May 2 at Grand Hyatt Gurgaon, bringing together designers to showcase their trendsetting creations to NCR’s fashion lovers. Turning string art into chic wearablesInframantra India Presents Priyanshi Jainnspired by the layered textures of forests, brought to life through string art techniques, designer Priyanshi Jain's The Densed Forest collection showcased a mix of structured silhouettes and flowy drapes forming a visual narrative of nature, reimagined in thread and form. She says, “With flowy fabrics like satin and georgette, I used the delicate string art to make corset gowns, deconstructed saris and more. It was challenging but fun.”Ocean hues and halters rule the rampForever Naveen Kumar Halters and off shoulder silhouettes in bright colours, matching the stunning underwater life, was the highlight of the showcase. With sequins ranging from classic metallics like gold or silver to ones with vibrant hues, and sometimes even gradient designs that mimic the iridescence of fish scales, designer Naveen Kumar's collection showcased form-fitting mermaid gowns in brightly coloured silks, and the showstopper Rachika Suresh was seen in an ocean blue barbie gown, studded with beads and glitter.An ode to the craft of zardoziDermapuritys presents Zarana by Sana KhanPerfect for the wedding season, designer Sana Khan’s Gulzar collection featured lehengas and sheer gowns adorned with crystals and intricate zardozi work. Sana says, “The blend of crystals with hand-done zardozi on ensembles is perfect for the modern-day bride.” Up the cool quotient with co-ordsGo DevilWith edgy silhouettes and refreshing designs, Go Devil's Clothing With An Attitude collection featured co-ord sets, athleisure wear and T-shirt dresses. “Our designs are perfect for GenZ and millennials who want to embrace their individuality and showcase it through their clothes. It is wearable fashion, ideal for gyms, college and for travel too,” says Vinish Arya, founder of Go Devil.Silk supremacyAdhvaria Silks presents Divya Vastram Designer Deepthi Reddy’s Adhvaria Silks presented the collection titled Divya Vastram, celebrating the sacredness of the Kanjeevaram sari. Designer Deepthi Reddy says, “The range of saris showcased in the collection had all the colours of nature. The idea is to carry forward the timelessness of Kanjeevaram, by making a collection that also suits modern sensibilities.”Diadem Pageants Presents Prashant MajumdarA digital print ethnic wear collection was showcased by designer Prashant Majumdar, presented by Diadems Pageants is perfect for pre -wedding occasions and parties. “Lehengas with digital prints, inspired by Rajwada icons like peacocks, flowers and fountains, and a hint of sequins was my special showcase for summer wedding parties,” says designer Prashant Majumdar. Title Partner: Oppo India; Co-Powered By Partner: IIFD- Indian Institute of Fashion and Design; Co-Powered By Partner: Wild Stone; Co-Powered By Partner: M3M India; Hospitality Partner: Grand Hyatt; Lifestyle Partner: Pinq Polka; Associate Partner: Smartworld Developers; Associate Partner: M3M Foundation; Associate Partner: Central Park Estates; Associate Partner: Inframantra India; Associate Partner: IIFD Spotlight; Associate Partner: Havendaxa Pvt Ltd; Clean Air Partner: Atovio; Skincare Partner:Fixderma India Pvt Ltd; Podcast Partner: Edge Talks; Associate Sponsor – Male Grooming Partner: Yaan man; Talent Partner: Runway Fashion Management; Hair & Makeup Partner: Seema & Somya Sarraf; Media Partner: BombayTimes.com; Immersive Technology Partner: Tagglabs; Communication Partner: Teamology; Promotion Partner: Heights; Fleet Partner: Mann; Content Partner: Content Era; Pouring Partner: Heineken 0.0; Celebrations Partner: Roulette Packaged Drinking Water; Mixer Partner: Jimmys; Kombucha Partner: Mountaintribe; Handbag Partner: Tiger Marrón; Luxury Automobile Partner: Global Star; Education Partner: King’s College UK, Gurugram; Nightlife Partner: Whiskers