From vintage ethnicity to contemporary chic, Neeta Lulla presented a mélange of styles and silhouettes embellished with the craft of Sri Hastakala Kalamkari from Andhra Pradesh combined with the influences of the Renaissance period in silhouettes and colours at Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2011. This Srikalahasti style of Kalamkari was seen around the temples of the region for several centuries.

The gorgeous creations dazzled with vintage kundan and metal work on lush brocades of Banaras and the slinky gorgeous and sensuous nets, chiffon, French Laces and georgettes in stunning tones of deep red, Persian Green, rust and gold, which gave the ensembles a heritage touch.

The rich fabrics formed the basis of the collection with embellishments and prints of Hastakala Kalamkari given prime importance by Neeta who used velvet cutwork lavishly from the Renaissance period for the multi coloured and multi fabric collection.

My fav was probably this piece:

and I admired the luxury in this piece. Notice the peacock designs on the saree.