In pictures: Bobo Calcutta introduces ‘Dawn of Bloom’ line in Kolkata
The newest couture collection by Bobo Calcutta weaves stories of love, meant to be unfolded
By
Nitin Waghela |
Published 29.08.23, 04:14 PM
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Designer Ayushman Mitra, aka Bobo, of Bobo Calcutta, which known for its gender neutral and unapologetic fashion pieces, debuted his new couture collection ‘Dawn of Bloom’, which was on display for buyers at Kolkata’s luxury multi-designer store Bombaim on August 24 and 25
All photos by Ashim Paul
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In the designer’s words, the collection is meant to ‘help people realise that there is enough joy in life.’ It has all the big and bold signature elements of the designer and features digital printing on fabrics such as Habutai Silk along with use of embroidery and bead work. The ‘Dawn of Bloom’ collection includes long jackets and trench coats, along with lehenga sets, cape jackets, kaftans, sherwanis and more
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Speaking about how love is the inspiration behind ‘Dawn of Bloom’, Ayushman said, ‘Love can mean a lot of things. I feel I’m that person who can be the flower and the thorn, and I’ve learned to live with it. I am 34, which is why I have understood that one needs to find a balance in being both’
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‘It always feels special to have Bobo’s energy around. He’s just exceptional and so honest with his work, which is one of main reasons behind his couture being well received and him being a big success,’ said Richa Kanoi, founder and creative director at Bombaim, who was dressed in a jacket from the collection
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The long jacket — the centrepiece of the collection(left), priced at Rs 2,65,000 — was made with inputs from everyone and has elements like Ayushman’s brother Rahul’s favourite sting rays, said Plabani Saha, head production designer at Bobo Calcutta. ‘Everyone sat in the studio with their choice of creatures, scribbling, sketching and thoroughly enjoying themselves,’ she added
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Another pick with an interesting backstory is the trench coat, with dual monkey faces done in signature Bobo style. This semi-embroidered piece came to life after a client requested Ayushman to create something with monkey elements. This gender-neutral trench coat is worth Rs 75,000
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A guest on the opening day, (left) Madhurima Das, Ayushman’s childhood mate, said, ‘Bobo’s mind and his creations are full of colours and love’
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A curious shopper and Ayushman Mitra’s Mayo College buddy, Damini Sharma, said, ‘The collection is exquisite. The one thing I absolutely love about it is the use of pearls, while the artistic and design aspects of each outfit look consistently unique and carefully created’
