Design house Rimple & Harpreet Narula debuted their latest collection ‘Hiraeth’ at India Couture Week where they put the audience in a nostalgic trance.

Here’s what the designers said about their latest collection:

“Bespoke remnants, drawn out of fond memories, are brought to life on the runway against a warm backdrop created by the lush drapes of antique textiles. The mood slips into somber melancholy with Punjabi poetry of Amrita Pritam fused with music. The travelogue comes to life with a riot of motifs inspired by the visual delights from the flea markets of the world. The audience’s mystical journey moves through quaint locations from Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Samarkand, Bagnoregio, Palampore, Baluchistan with ancient relics of birds, beasts, paisleys, trellises and cartouches expressed through the embroidered motifs. Each ensemble had a story of its own to tell. Uniquely designed in luxurious drape of vintage textile in ethereal hues ranging from ivory, gold, marsala, midnight blue come together to make magic on the runway.”

Adding grandeur to the outfits, regal cloaks, dramatic jackets and sheer robes enhanced the classic silhouettes. ‘Hiraeth’, a collection that spelled couture royalty, found its crowning glory in the Minar lehenga worn by the talented Yami Gautam. The Minar lehenga features stunning hand embroidered motifs derived from a Mughal monument lit up under a star-spangled midnight sky. Inspired by a Mughal monument that Harpreet stumbled upon during his recent visit to Benares, the showstopper lehenga boasts of tall, strong embroidery depicting Islamic architecture.

Yami as showstopper

It was interesting to see Yami wear an unconventional colored bridal lehenga—check out that cool motif on the bottom of the lehenga. The light gold top and the embellished dupatta fit what most modern brides want: pieces that can be flexible and versatile. I can see a bride wear that bridal top and dupatta with countless other pieces to create a whole new look later on.

Yami was chosen as their showstopper because “in terms of fashion, there is a lot to explore with Yami. She is young and talented. Our collection is a world travellor’s take on clothes that are still rooted for a longing of returning home. With Yami, we have a home connect. She is from Chandigarth and we hail from Ludhiana so we have always had a soft corner for her,” Rimple told media.

As for Yami, she told media backstage that she felt stunning and beautiful. “I love the colors, fit and embroidery,” she said when asked about her showstopper outfit.

Check out the rest of the collection.

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