| Displaying a unique 
					amalgamation of tradition and innovation, the Bombay based 
					designer duo, Prriya and Chintan are all set to introduce 
					Indian Couture with a sizzling launch of their Boutique in 
					Buckhead, Atlanta. Prriya's expertise in embroideries and 
					Chintan's proficiency with cuts and sensuous styling creates 
					a line of clothing which has already created a fervor in the 
					Indian fashion world. They launched their brand in Sep 2003 
					and after their successful ventures in London, Dubai and New 
					York they are now ready to awe Atlanta with their stunning 
					clothing line, hand designed diamond and precious stone 
					jewelry which was showcased in a scintillating Fashion show 
					organized by Rita Patel and Seema Rama on 18th May at the 
					Grand Hyatt in Buckhead.“Prriya and Chintan have this blend of Indian heritage and 
					Western lineaments, which makes their work stand apart,” 
					said Amrita Rao, the bollywood actress of Vivah fame, who 
					was also there to show her support.
 
 As the evening gradually started to warm up, Rita and Seema 
					came upon the stage to thank Sadaf Kherani of Kishmish PR 
					and Ribha Events, the two sponsors of the show. Suchita 
					Vadlamani, (from Good day Atlanta) dolled up in a gorgeous 
					fiery red and golden Lehnga studded with dazzling sequin 
					work walked down the ramp to start the show.
 
 Garments of diverse flavors from soft pastel romanticism to 
					wild animal prints, Brocade to lace textures, Chic stylish 
					cuts to unique embellishments were divided in to two 
					collections.
 The first set was dominated by traditional Indian wear. 
					Stylishly embellished printed sarees, sensuous halter, choli-cut 
					tops, corsets, well-fitted fish-cut and A-line lehngas 
					grabbed the audience’s attention. Vibrant colors gave this 
					collection an elegant feel. Heavy embroideries from Parsi to 
					Zardozi and a little sprinkle of sequin on the border were 
					truly an eye candy. A lot of patchwork using brocade was 
					used; Silk velour added regal richness to the look. 
					Sumptuous embroidery and floral motifs gave the garments a 
					very feminine quality. The first half was an ebullient 
					display of bridal trousseau.
 
 Before the second line of collection was unveiled audiences 
					were treated to an exotic oriental dance routine performed 
					by Asha, a beautiful young lady who performed on hit 
					bollywood numbers like ‘Tum se mil ke’ and ‘Kajra re’ but 
					the show stealer was her performance on ‘Silsila yeh chahat 
					ka’ from the movie Devdas where she danced with three diyas, 
					one on her head and other two on both her hands displaying a 
					remarkable balance of her body.
 Sizzling Suchita, this time draped in a bold mustard 
					camouflage print with embroidered border sari, halter top 
					and a dazzling Diamond-Emerald neckpiece once again came on 
					the stage to present the second set of the collection.
 Fusion was the theme that ran through out the well crafted 
					second set.
 Knee length, three fourth to full length dresses, Animal to 
					floral print, Plain bold to polka dots, Chudidar, Sari, 
					Embellished fitted dresses with corset tops, tiered Skirts 
					to Evening dress, this collection had it all. Sexy Slits, 
					Backless tops, A-Symmetric necklines with a dash of zardozi 
					heightened the glamour element. The idea was to show eastern 
					embellishment with western cuts.
 “Prriya and Chintan is all about fusion, their dresses can 
					be worn on Indian or American occasions.” Said Rita Patel.
 
 Audiences were bedazzled when the gorgeous Amrita Rao walked 
					down the ramp in a stunning embroidered brocade choli and 
					lehnga heavily embellished with blue, pink and gold 
					embroidery with an antique zardozi work on it and a muted 
					pink stroll.
 The show ended with Suchita and Amrita walking the ramp with 
					Chintan.
 
 Choreographer Nisa Green of Green Room Agency, Fashion 
					Coordinator Nirjary Desai of Bridal Elegance/Kiss (Keep It 
					Sassy & Stylish.), and media coordinator Mustafa Ajmeri did 
					a great job and so did the stunning models.
     
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