Fashion designers duo Shivan & Narresh and who have a luxury brand of an eponymous name launched their new men’s and women’s couture line ‘Couture Series IV’.
The 45 look collection was inspired by the Swedish artist Hilma af Klint and was debuted at a runway show at New Delhi’s The Upper HSE by Tivoli.
Models walked the runway in richly textured garments which translated Hilma af Klint’s abstract paintings into conceptual evening wear, shimmering with metallic and glass beads and pearls.
“The brand’s Couture Series IV created fluid structures using handcrafted knits of silk and lurex yarns,” a press release informed.
While some garments featured vibrant hues of magenta and yellow or rich reds, others were rendered in steely greys and glittering whites or midnight black.
Cut out segments of fabric and asymmetric silhouettes made for sculptural and bold looks for both men and women.
The collection also featured a range of sarees for a more traditional flavour, juxtaposing sheer textiles with intricate yet abstract embellishments.
“Couture means an ultimate expression of artistry and craft for both of us, with each series putting forth a canvas to paint our minds,” brand’s head designer Shivan Bhatiya said.
“Deep diving into the canvases of Hilma af Klint has been a joyous experience for us since the time of discovering her works in the summer of 2023 at the Tate Modern, London,” he added.
“The series has been a fantastical journey involving a spiritual experience of colour and abundance and luxurious textures to bring forth this language of contemporary couture,” Bhatiya stated.
