Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla to open Lakme Fashion Week

Celebrated designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla, who straddle the worlds of fashion and interiors effortlessly, will open the winter/festive edition of Lakme Fashion Week winter 2015 on August 25.

The duo are known as the masters of revival and reinvention, having transformed chikankari, zardozi and mirror-work into their signature contemporary style of classical elegance.

As an ode to the modern day divas and their free spirit, the designers will present a special collection, reinventing traditional styles.

“Expect a befitting opening act, this season, as we reinvent the traditional to present an exciting, fresh take on fashion deemed fit for the youthful, modern day diva celebrating her harmonious, republican spirit,” Jani and Khosla said in a joint statement.

Lakme Fashion Week celebrates its 15th anniversary this season at Hotel Palladium.

“We open with one of the best designer duos Indian fashion has seen, and are pleased to curate an evening that will depict fashion with unique sensibilities,” said Saket Dhankar, vice president and head-fashion, IMG Reliance.