The fable of love and life prompted the revolutionary Manish Malhotra to drop his 2022 summer couture collection called ‘Khaab’ - a beautiful term in Punjabi implicating a world that shines brightly with immaculate craftsmanship, exquisitely designed, and dainty dreamlike details. The breathtaking silhouettes hope to evoke a sense of romance, devotion to oneself, higher energy and upliftment.
The vibe oscillates between vintage and modern, with color palettes revolving around ivory, pastels, and a hint of Ombrés. Styled with enchanting jewels like Polkis, full cut diamonds, emeralds, pearls and treasured gemstones. Khaab embraces one's sartorial fantasies. The collection integrates the brand’s signature sequins, feathers, tassels, and glamour into the paradisial repertoire of handcrafted Lehengas; Corset paired sarees, Sharara sets and timeless silhouettes. Each garment proposes a new and individual visual expression, leading one to rediscover the uniqueness of traditional threads. Wander from contemporarily embroidered pieces to old-world classic aesthetics to a more dynamic new-age look. The Chikankari and Kashmiri embroidery are unexpectedly sharp in geometric orders, giving the alluring collection a new dimension to the ethnic light. There’s a possibility of transcending into a heavenly garden, where desires are fulfilled, and a discerning connection is formed with the wearer. From the ever-gorgeous Kareena Kapoor to the gen-next Shanaya Kapoor, lose themselves in the celestial dreams, held by the artisans intricate seams.