'Indian Fashion Industry Booming Thanks to Middle Class'


Phadnis started his career as a choreographer before rising to fame as a fashion designer. His clothes have adorned the wardrobes of the biggest names in the glamour industry.

"Despite having no formal education in design, I managed to tailor a solid fashion career. Creativity is inborn and doesn't require any certification," he said.

"We stop progressing when we start limiting ourselves. Everyone has ups and downs and so did I, but my obstacles have helped me to grow and overcome them. It's difficult to achieve success, but not impossible," he said.

From the Indian glam world, the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, John Abraham, Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra, Vidya Balan, and Akshay Kumar have endorsed his designs and made a style statement at various occasions.

He is one of those rare designers to have worked with some of the biggest names in the hallowed echelons of the fashion industry and Indian cinema.

As Indian cinema celebrates 100 years, what are the most significant changes it has undergone?

"Fashion has definitely changed over the years, but as history repeats itself, so do fashion trends. The Anarkali-style shirt worn by Madhubala in the 1950s is still a rage among homemakers as well as Bollywood celebrities. Bell-sleeve blouses worn by Dimple Kapadia in 'Bobby' are again in vogue with all college girls flaunting them," Phadnis explained.

With some of the finest fashion shows to his credit, Phadnis has always endeavoured to achieve a synthesis of popular and avant-garde preferences. This has been the unique selling point of his bridal wear, pret-a-porter and couture wear.

"It gives me immense pleasure that everyone - from a beauty queen to a girl-next-door - adorns my creations and looks truly captivating," he explained.

The zenith of his true potential has yet to be achieved and Phadnis still has so much to offer and that includes directing a movie, which is "under process".

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Source: IANS