MUMBAI: Three leading men's wear designers - namely Deepit Chugh, Rahul Singh and Vikram Bajaj - made their mark at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI on 12 October on the Runway.

This season, the many aspects of city life with the convergence of  personalities, directions and experiments pushed fashion designer Deepit Chugh’s creativity on to the drawing board for his latest collection of his label Line Outline at LakmeFashion Week in partnership with FDCI.

It  showcased an Avant Garde men’s wear line, which was aimed at the daring adventurous male, who enjoys experimenting with his sartorial sentiments.

The very dapper well-known theatre artist, Chintan R Rachh made a stylish entry on the ramp when he opened the show wearing a really cool, white, jacket lavishly embellished with pitta and hand bead work teamed with wide leg fringed pants.

The many design elements of scaffolding, sidewalks patterns, glass cover buildings were reflected on his garments. The fabrics were ideal for the masculine look as sturdy men’s suiting materials were balanced with sheer tulle.

Detailing appeared in the form of giant lapels for knee length coats or a shawl collar for cropped jackets. Sheer vests were dappled with embroidery, while discreet glitter occasionally appeared. The use of multi stripes in varying sizes and colours for a co-ord set, quirkily worn with a necktie, was a distinct inspiration from the theme. The Line Outline label at times also lived up to the brand name, as geometric linear prints appeared for biker jackets or coats.

The silhouettes were loose with trousers moving from pleated to flat front. Embellishments concentrated on hand embroidery, cording, pitta work and hints of zardozi, while there was a marked emphasis on pattern and colour play, Deepit ensured that buyers were comfortable in the collection as his aim was to design easy and wearable clothes.

“I like to work with looks using contemporary embroideries and create outfits that are wearable yet make a statement and allow you to stand out in a crowd. My inspiration is an amalgamation of city scapes, architecture and personalities that all come together. ” says the designer.

Rahul Singh showcased an unconventional fashion direction

Men’s wear in India has taken a fantastic path for the present-day buyers, who have been making some unconventional and adventurous choices. To match the requirements of the trendy male dressers, Rahul Singh unveiled his very innovative line that would fit perfectly into the Gen Z category at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI.

For years and from the beginning of his label, he has always believed in working towards the upliftment of the crafts and traditional methods of tie and dye and worked on many patterns and forms of Shibori.

Called Modern Boheme, the look was aimed at the buyer, who preferred to dress sharply even while holidaying. It was a romantic showcase with crisp cuts and finely tailored clothes that the twenty-first  century male would like to see himself in.

The highlight of the collection was the summer linen in strong masculine shades of grey, black and white that would suit the sartorial choices of stylish men. Giving a further boost to the style quotient, Rahul added the beautiful blends of Shibori craft to raise the collection’s embellishments’ standard. There were a variety of options like the tie-up robe with a sprinkling of embroidery, sequinned gilets, printed tunics and embroidered jackets for the fashion forward male.

“If you like to Holiday in bold Bohemian Crisp monochromatic clothing, this collection is your Runway!” says the designer.

The Modern Boheme line by Rahul Singh was all about an exclusive holiday, offering that was contemporary but in the classic category of fashion.

Vikram Bajaj paid homage to the humble colour grey

Vikram Bajaj paid a fashionable tribute to the colour grey with his collection Life of Grey at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI. His latest men’s wear line was a mix of sporty couture that displayed Avant Garde silhouettes, on which modern graphics and prints, were inspired by Japanese culture, along with the spirit of the Samurai, anime, and street style.

The colour grey according to Vikram has immense possibilities. Grey is often the unsung hero of the colour story, but it was a gentle hue that projected a quiet strength and elegance with umpteen options. From slate grey to dove grey, the colour was a reminder of beauty in life during the silent moments. Yet, it was a colour that speaks of power, simplicity, strength and a bit of ambiguity.

Watch out for sporty colours as they made a spritely entry on the ramp for flawlessly tailored men’s wear. There were energetic shades of pale lime yellow, flame orange, winter sky blue, lupine and Mars red that added to the prime grey hue. While it was termed as a men’s wear line, Vikram’s look had many impeccably tailored pieces that were ideal for all genders. This reflected the designer’s commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Vikram is a daring unconventional men’s wear designer and his creations are coveted at times by both men and women. His cuts, styling and construction are experimental, yet perfectly structured. His cutting-edge designs speak a stylish, fashion philosophy.

"My collection is a gender-neutral line that fuses sport couture with avant-garde silhouettes. The modern graphics and prints draw inspiration from Japanese culture, showcasing the spirit of the Samurai and a mix of street style. The energetic shades of pale lime yellow, flame orange, lupine, and Mars red enhance the primary grey hue, creating a vibrant and modern aesthetic," says designer Vikram Bajaj.

Vikram Bajaj’s Life of Grey celebrated the colour, which has been a gentle hue that projects great significance in fashion as well as in life.