Meet the Fashionista

Youth Inc speaks to the fun and vibrant fashion designer, Nishka Lulla, who lights the ramp with chic boho fashion

Tell us about your latest collection.
It is boho-traveller-chic. It can be worn daily while travelling or at an event. It has a boho feel to it along with an Indian touch. Greys, peachy pinks and lavenders have been used.

Describe ‘Nishka Lulla’ in terms of fashion/dressing up.
Vibrant, fun, bohemian, unpredictable

What is the hottest sizzling trend this October ?
Oversize. It is easy to wear it and comfy. It can be layered with skinny jeans and varied colours.

What is the best fashion tip you learnt from your mother and mentor, Neeta Lulla?
Dress according to your style. It should reflect yourself and your personality.

Who is your Favourite designer?
Neeta Lulla

Designers you would love to work with.
Betsey Johnson, Marni, and Dolce and Gabbana.

Which celebrity would you like to see wearing your designs?
Kareena Kapoor

A fashion faux-pas to avoid?
Don’t wear two sizes lesser than your actual size. Many think that by wearing a smaller size, it makes them look skinny. But it makes the fit look extra tight. Wearing the wrong lingerie is another fashion faux-pas.

Fashionable person in Bollywood right now?
Several. Genelia Deshmukh – her style is fun, vibrant and comfortable. Sonam Kapoor – her style is experimental. Deepika Padukone’s style is very classy and stylish. Vidya Balan has her own, unique style.

Five wardrobe essentials for collegians?
It should be practical and fun. Comfy leggings/jeans, sneakers, fun bag, sunglasses and a nice comfy shirt.

What is your next collection going to be?
It will be an extension of the autumn winter collection.

What is your advice for budding designers?
One needs to work very hard. If they think it’s easy, it isn’t. It’s not about just putting on stuff. One needs to be true to their style and design their collection as they themselves would love to wear it. It must reflect one’s own personality and not be an imitation.

Rapid Fashion Fire

• a malfunction you fear: wrong lingerie
• high-waist or cutoff shorts: high-waist
• Colour of the season: pink. Actually, pink every season (laughs)
• A dying fashion trend: colour blocking

 

Volume 2 Issue 4