Ft Ananya Pandey, Bipasha Basu -The house of Lakme Grand Finale by Indian designer Bibhu Mohapatra

The evening was a special one as it marked the launch of the House of Lakmē. A step into the future, the House of Lakmē brings together the brand’s leadership in beauty and its pioneering vision in bringing to life India’s marquee fashion platform – Lakmē Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI, to create immersive beauty and fashion experiences for the consumer.

Hosted at the al-fresco Fountains at Pragati Maidan, the nostalgic show marked a special homage to Lakmē’s heritage. For the very first time, the evening saw legendary Lakmē muses of the past and present walk the ramp. Some even ‘Born at Lakmē’, have emerged as iconic talents in the beauty and fashion world. The muses included Ananya Panday, Lisa Haydon, Bipasha Basu, Vipasha Agarwal, Simone Singh, Carol Gracias, Alicia Raut and Shimona Nath.

After nearly a decade, it was a homecoming show for Bibhu Mohapatra’s ‘Come Home’ collection, which was a mesmerising look at fashion that was inspired by the enduring spirit of Indian women, combined with timeless designs and colours. It was also a celebration of Bibhu’s roots and heritage in India. His collections have always spoken a language of sheer beauty and sophistication and have been coveted by the stylish global woman.

On several occasions, Bibhu has been the designer of choice for the world’s powerful and inspiring women. Bibhu’s creations have a blend of style and elegance that has merged the beauty of India with the sensibilities of the western requirements. His construction and sharp tailoring for his dresses and show stopping gowns have turned into iconic fashion for trend setting women.

The 75 stunning looks unveiled at the Grand Finale comprised not only Bibhu Mohapatra’s latest creations, but also brought on the ramp his much-loved iconic signature pieces that traced the journey of his eponymous global brand. These iconic pieces created a perfect parallel with Lakmé muses over the years. It was an enthralling showcase of Lakmē’s legacy and the artistic vision of Bibhu Mohapatra and the women who shaped him.