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Bollywood beauty Chitrangada Singh flaunted her lean figure walking in a shaded and draped orange gown from Raakesh Agarvwal’s Spring/Summer 2009 collection titled “Summer Solstice” at Lakme Fashion Week.

Raakesh’s new collection reflected the beauty of feminine soft silhouettes.

Chitragada’s floor length gown had a fitted drop waist, V neckline, long ruched slim fitting sleeves and a chunky orange studded belt. Sans jewelry Chitrangada went in for a sultry look makeup. Her dark layered cut hair set in voluminous large waves framed her face.

There was romance and grace in the new collection by Raakesh as fluid drapes and embroidery came together in graceful forms. Keeping to pure white Italian satin cotton, Raakesh had jumpsuits and peg dresses - both ideal for resort wear - while the fabrics moved to chiffon and georgette. The color tones also graduated to vibrant orange and raspberry in shaded variations.

The white jersey jumpsuit, the bubble mini with cowl and corset body was for summer days. But when it came to late night glamour, Raakesh had a sequins section with swing top teamed with rouched Jodhpuri pants, kurta with cycle shorts, sheaths with hemline tie-ups and one shoulder flared minis.

There was romance and grace in the new collection by Raakesh as fluid drapes and embroidery came together in graceful forms. Keeping to pure white Italian satin cotton, Raakesh had jumpsuits and peg dresses - both ideal for resort wear - while the fabrics moved to chiffon and georgette. The color tones also graduated to vibrant orange and raspberry in shaded variations.

The white jersey jumpsuit, the bubble mini with cowl and corset body was for summer days. But when it came to late night glamour, Raakesh had a sequins section with swing top teamed with rouched Jodhpuri pants, kurta with cycle shorts, sheaths with hemline tie-ups and one shoulder flared minis.

The orange and raspberry section was for that formal attention getting evenings. So halter jumpsuits, kaftan with ombre effect, plisse will-power gowns, flared palazzos in chiffon and mermaid jersey halter gowns with crystal belts were the stunners. The two shaded saris followed the look of the western wear in the glittering cholis.

Volume played an important part as 80 metres of fabric was often designed into graceful ensembles while feathers and sequins were lavishly used to create Hollywood glamour for the sexy gowns and cocktail minis.

“Summer Solstice” moved from structured day wear to sexy evening attire and some relaxed holiday creations. Some of the dresses are quite likely to make it to the red carpet.

Raakesh is the creative and design head of the Raakesh Agarvwal label, and is backed up by the business management of his partner, Apurbe G. Tewary. Raakesh has been a part of the fashion events in London, Paris, Milan, New York, Moscow, Dubai and Tokyo which has helped in expanding his creative vision. He has also worked for prestigious international labels like Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s, Boston Proper and Monsoon through leading Indian buying houses, for whom he designed and produced.

This year will see the Raakesh Agarvwal label debut at the prestigious Tranoi and Coterie. Joining the ranks of Armani, D&G, Luca Luca, and many other established fashion houses, the label showcased at the prestigious St. Andrews Fashion Show in Scotland this year.

At the breathtaking sizzled up show at runway by Anupam Dayal, there was yet another gaffe as the poor model trip. Although, gracefully picking herself up, she even smiled at the end of the ramp. Kudos to the model! and Blame it all on dodgy Stilettos! Here are a few pictures for your perusal….