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Designer Archana Kochhar has been showcasing her collections on Indian as well as International runways for the last decade and has 3 stores in fashion Mecca Mumbai. Elaborate yet understated flamboyant yet subtle, Traditional yet modern, Archana’s collections spell urban chic couture. She draws inspiration from the 18th century Indian regalia, Victorian costume and architecture and ancient heirlooms of the bygone era. Unusual, ethereal silhouettes signify her opulent bridal trousseau, evening wear and prĂȘt lines. Her design sensibility is a perfect marriage between exquisite embroidery and nouveau texturing techniques, all these in luscious color palettes, making each piece “a must have season after season”. Designing is Archana’s domain and individualizing her forte. Her design philosophy revolves around making her client’s personality shine while she creates the complete Archana Kochhar look.
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Tuesday, 29 November 2011

Ballooned by Blush


 A perfect match for the autumn-winter bridal season, especially for haldi and mehendi as it exposes the right amount of legs and hands for beauty adornment rituals.

Try and opt for soft monotone colors with  crystal placement work and team it with a sexy blouse which is our version of modern day Amrapali. The balloon hem adds to its playfulness and injects a girlie fun to the traditional ensembles.

Style Tip : Invest in some precious and semi - precious payal to go with short hem lehenga to complete the look.

Blush bride :
Pink is returning back this season in its softest hues which celebrate the delicate feminine charm. From marshmallow, vintage rose to onion, it works great and fits perfectly in any bride's fairy - tale wedding and it's not loud enough such that you can wear it for some one Else's function later on.
It looks soft and ethereal when we choose fabrics like lace , organza, net etc. It contributes to its dream - like appeal.

Style Tip : Color contrast it with deep jewel accents like jade, emerald, ink blue for an edgy punch to all the bland outfits.





Monday, 21 November 2011

Style Check : For Your Wedding.....


Style Tip : Invest in statement neck pieces in a deeper palette in precious and semi - precious and team with such a nude champagne designs to make a fashion announcement this festive season.

Shawl Saree

Innovative drape sarees
are always a rage amongst young brides as they are easy-to-wear, to carry & maintain at same time. Along with pattern innovation, this season work has been done on an extra pallav trick  which doubles up like a shawl attached ton saree making it classy coverup for chilly evenings.
Style Tip : This vintage styling works wonder. Red pout loose bun and flower in hairs complete the look. Try and channel, the 1940's grace with this style and look like a princess from the British Raj.

Classic Panetar


Classic panetar combination of ivory, antique gold and deep maroon gets a glam makeover this season. This traditional trio has transformed into Maharani ensemble with bold floral cutwork which is bespoke of the modern princess.
A velvet choli with bust detailing works best with such intricate and detailed lehenga.
Style Tip : A long parandil plait and simple round bindi puntuates the simplicity of this look.
Add a bunch of fresh jasmine gajra to make  this picture complete.

Monday, 7 November 2011

Flaunt your style quotient this Eid with Archana Kochhar’s Style tips


                     This bakri eid celebrate it with chic ensembles over overtly intricate salma sitara suits. Its time of Pakistani fashion this Eid. Think of loin print suits with culottes or simply a gherdar  Palazo pant suits or sherwani suits for ladies.  Lace detailing and layering is the trick along with mix and match of prints and pattern.  But keep the funda simple and don’t overdo any print or materials.

If want to play safe team the same ol’ anarkali with crush shirt to channelize a shahi gharana look and steal the show at any dawat. Explore fresh festive shades and inject tonal bling and don’t abuse the excessive embellishments.