These foreign collections adapt India only through prints, jewellery and sometimes even colour, with the structure of the garments not based on Indian body type.So, while India is clearly the flavour of the moment on the international fashion scene, why is it that not many desi designers are making a mark on the international fashion scene? "Indian fashion designers excel in embellishments and embroidery, unparalleled to any other, with some cost advantages, but our fits are more suited to the Indian body type, which may not always work universally," explains Tahiliani.This is one aspect where Chanel's Paris Bombay collection stood out. From the classic tweed to the heavy dose of pearls, each piece was intrinsic to the brand's trademark design. But the addition of full skirts, paired with embellished leggings, seemed to channel the current bridal favourite anarkalis and churidar suits.

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