Dos & Don’ts

Satiate Desires

Interested in a makeover? Wanna be thematic, carnivalistic or celebratory? Parvesh Kumar and Jai Prakash will help you do that. The designer duo is into what they call 'Body Art Revival'- they draw inspiration from designers and artists like John Galliano and Pat McGrath (she is a well-known make-up artist) to create stylised body art. The body painting is then translated into haute clothing. According to them, in clothes and body art, animal prints, exotic tribal motifs and traditional shapes are in.

Available at Parvesh Jai Couture, 37-A, Shahpur Jat, Delhi.

Tel: 011-30956911

Opt for a black-on-black take with a little sparkle. It suits all body types

Go for a short dress in a fluid fabric if you have bulky thighs and a wide waist

Try a simple halter dress with some detail for a semi-formal party. It looks great on a slim, well-maintained body

Slip into a printed chiffon skin-hugger if you have wide hips and a short stature

Flaunt a corset and a skirt if you have a great midriff. But remember not to go overboard with the details!

Overdo the conceal-the-wide-waist story! A slightly flared poncho-like top would have worked better