Shutterbug: Tena Durrani’s ‘Perenia Progressive’ Collection for Bridal Couture Week 2014 Previewed!

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The Lahore edition of the Bridal Couture Week 2014 kicks off on 11th December and among the list of top designers showcasing will be Tena Durrani presenting her ‘Perenia Progressive’ couture range on Day 1. We dropped in on Tena for a closer look at the collection in the cooking stages and it was well worth the visit as the young designer has employed some exquisite techniques the details of which may escape you on the ramp so we bring them to you here! Nonetheless the effect of the complex combination works will emit a stunning effect from the runway.

As with most of her collections this one too takes its appellation from a flower – ‘Perenia Progressive’ is inspired by Perennials; a flower that blooms year round, poetically expressing the nature of the bridals and wedding wear that will grace the ramp this season. Rich jewel tones and classic pale pastels both play into the heavily endowed works to offer a sense of completeness for the different festive occasions that mark traditional weddings.

One of the handcrafted methods that struck us in particular was the intricate use of pure kaamdani to create motifs and patterns rather than the more commonly witnessed spattering of chhan. Meticulously carved cutwork entwined embellishments are also a prominent feature to watch out for along with the label’s signature use of colored silk threadwork to enhance and detail the silver gold handwork. Dense embroideries adorned with sequin embellishments and deep velvet borders enriched in gold thread and metallic work form the basis of the opulent silhouettes.

Construction-wise Tena invokes voluminous layers in lehngas and farshi gowns, extra long heavy worked sheer net dupattas, that can also be turned into saris, style the silhouettes. More contemporary pieces are fashioned with tapered jackets and cholis along with fun younger styles for Mehndi wear that can be divided and picked up as separates as well. Most of the runway styles will immediately be available in studio for custom lighter versions to cater to different occasions. Take a first look at the collection preview and stay tuned for the full runway showcase coming soon!