Lahore, December 12, 2021: The three-day bridal extravaganza Pantene Hum Bridal Couture Week 2021 by HUM Network Limited concluded with spectacular, experimental and traditional bridal trends. The final day also witnessed top tier celebrities on the ramp as showstoppers for the country’s top and burgeoning designers.
Show One on Day Three of the bridal extravaganza kicked off with Pantene Pakistan Hair Show. The Pantene Girls and Singer Umair Jaswal perform on the brand’ song communicating More Open Hair Days and the confidence that comes with it. Zonia Anwaar’s collection Farisaa, bridal and trousseau 2022, was followed by Asifa Nabeel’s festive collection Raqs which had trousseau and heirloom pieces for the bride of today. Ahsan’s Men’s wear came next with his menswear collection Laaheb 2022, next in line was Nisa Hussain who presented her collection in pastel hues for the upcoming bridal season.
Show Two started with Nickie Nina’s collection Rubaiyaat inspired by the quintessential verses of Omar Khayyam, followed by Sable Vogue’s Zairanj which documented the journey of design through embellishment, inspiration and an eye for detail. Munib Nawaz presented his collection Malang Luxe which celebrated oneness of agreeing with who you are. The finale for day 3 was Fahad Hussayn with his collection Social Janjaalpura.
Day Three of the three-day bridal extravaganza had a brilliant line-up of celebrities walking for the designers – Rabiya Butt walked for Zonia Anwaar, while Yumna Zaidi walked for Asifa Nabeel and Urwa Hocane walked for Reema Ehsan. Alizeh Shah and Amar Khan walked while singers Goher Mumtaz and Shazia Manzoor performed for Nisa Hussain. Acting powerhouse Ushna Shah walked for Nickie Nina while influencers Amna Niazi, Aden Rehan and Sabeeka Imam walked for Sable Vogue. Ahmed Butt and Uzair Jaswal walked for Munib Nawaz. The finale for the day by Fahad Hussayn featured Farhan Saeed, Reesham Faiz Butta and Kinza Hashmi.
“It gives me great pleasure to see how Bridal Couture Week has evolved over the years and has become a benchmark of bridal fashion season, a platform where emerging designers get an opportunity to showcase alongside their illustrious peers. The exposure given to all the participants through HUM Network has a global reach and the response that the designers receive is unsurpassed thus making it not only a platform for creative expression but also a highly viable one from a business standpoint”.
Sultana Siddiqui – President HUM Network Limited
The 19th edition of the country’s biggest bridal extravaganza is presented by Pantene, brought to you by Olper’s, Lifestyle Partner Al Jalil Developers, Fragrance Partner J. Fragrances, Beverage Partner Nestle Fruita Vitals, Coffee Partner Nescafe, Green Tea Partner Tapal Green Tea, Food Partner Signature Café and Restaurant, and Pantene HUM Bridal Couture Week is protected by Dettol.
ABOUT THE DESIGNERS’ INSPIRATIONS
Zonia Anwaar – Farisaa – Bridal & Trousseau 2022
Zonia Anwar’s collection for PHBCW 2021 focuses on the importance of a wedding jora and enables one to wear it time and time again in its entirety or as separates. The carefully curated pieces and master craftsmanship ensures that every piece proves to be an everlasting heirloom. The collection is intricately woven with care and ready to be infused with your timeless memories.
Asifa Nabeel – Raqs
Asifa the force behind @asifanabeel is known for her signature floral designs with intricate handwork and 3D patterns. Her collection “Marasim” is made for modern women keeping in touch with her roots that can be passed on to generations. Colour palette of the collection has been chosen very carefully keeping in mind requirement of current day women yet colour that are evergreen. From Pastels to bright red This collection embodies elegance and chic together with bespoken pieces consisting of hand embellishments, 3D art work, and intricate designs made to perfection that are true to all times.
Ahsan’s Menswear – Laaheb 2022
Laaheb means light, inspiration and warmth and as the name suggests, the collection’s main feature is its colour palette which depicts the contrasting colours of a flame. The collection has a long range of fitted long jackets with tapered machine pleated pintuck trousers, paired with embroidered micro fleece shawls and the brand’s signature hand tie silk pagris (safa).
Reema Ahsan – Shagun
Shagun by Reema Ahsan is a colorful realm of old-school charm. The collection is deeply rooted in its heritage and features eternal techniques and decadent workmanship sewn into heirloom pieces. The brand’s signature red ensembles are blended perfectly with timeless elegance of dreamy details, intricate handwork, delicate fabrics, and exquisite embellishments to create an unforgettable look.
Nickie Nina – Rubaiyaat
Inspired by the quintessential verses of Omar Khayyam’s Rubai, Rubaiyaat is an amalgamation of opulent silhouettes and intricately rendered designs. The collection showcases Nickie Nina’s timeless aesthetic and modern cuts perfect for today’s versatile bride.
Sable Vogue – Zairanj
Sable Vogue’s collection defines the regal heritage of the designer, Zarmina Zahid. Zairanj stands at the crossroads of the East and West. The collection explores East Afghan motifs, Kochi tribe cuts and documents the journey of design through embellishment inspiration and an eye for detail. Set against pastoral landscape and a nomadic lifestyle, the cuts are inspired by the multitude of cultures that left their mark on Asia across the ages and presented us with a timeless grace and classic elegance.
Munib Nawaz – Malang Luxe
To be the one. You must be willing to unbecome. We are deeply superficial. We are stuck in a rut. We are losing our ability to connect with our inner self. This collection is just a weight off my shoulders. The unbecoming. The letting go. Of the voices that shaped my definition of myself. This is a tribute to the oneness. To become one with the conflict the acceptance of everything with happiness. Let go. Have fun. Breathe. See the beauty.
Classicism meets modernism, print meets textures, and structure meets volumes. The new simple is when you become one with who you are and that to me is true style!
Fahad Hussayn – Digital Jhanjaalpura
Tiled for its exploration of the digital sphere and its effect on the fashion crowd within Pakistan, Fahad Hussayn has showcased a selection of his curated ensembles, which not only play with the innovative theme of questioning where we as a society exist today, but also work to the strengths of the couturier that include an array of embellishments such as traditional zardozi, gota, reshamkaam, and a signature style in classic bridal silhouettes, complemented of course, by a Fahad Hussayn touch, replete with the hues of the upcoming season.
