Talk about bandhgalas and the first brand that comes to our mind is Raghavendra Rathore Jodhpur.
Coming from the royal lineage, Designer Raghavendra Rathore brought forward the history and heritage of the clan in the form of clothing and truly revolutionized the classic bandhgala with modern aesthetics.
He began his label in 1994, with a small shop in New Delhi, and gradually made a sign that he had a typical bandwagon who had been charged by royalties from all over the world.
In special for the Times of India, Indian leading designers share their favorite designs for years, the collections are closest to their hearts and what inspires them every day.
This week’s designer in the focus is Raghavendra Rathore who shares Sartorial Sojourn through the images engraved in his heart.
The designer shares the best memories to be part of the trio that starts fashion weeks in India with Tarun Tahiliani and the final designer Wendell Rodricks.
It was in 2000 that the first fashion week was launched in India.
The attached strength of the bandhgala was seen here in one of the earliest incarnations of Raghavendra on the runway in Hong Kong.
The mode scene has just started crowded in India and it is an honor for the designer to represent the country in HKTDC.
Appreciation received for Bandhgala reiterated his belief in this iconic ensemble and took him to the forefront of India throughout the world.
In the process, he found his inspiration for signature products that have now become identical to the brand, the only twist is for men now.
With the designer time observing that support in the fashion industry comes from people who understand the delicacy of good taste and have a sense of style.
For him, actor Saif Ali Khan is someone, who truly understands the magnificent but elegant style and that is what resonates beautifully with brand ethos.
The classic style that explores inheritance is easily captured here.
One of the best luxury hotels in India, Suryaagarh in Jaisalmer has a reception area designed by Raghavendra Rathore.
This happens to be an important milestone for the designer and he always speaks very much.
“Sometimes I feel important for creative individuals to release the potential imagination on interior projects and lifestyle,” he said.
“This picture captures a lot of emotions after the show, elegance with which Mr.
Kapoor walks back after taking a bow …
among other fans from Bollywood, he has become one of the strongest customers behind the brand, the generous nature is not just an inspiration for me But it allows me to move freely in Bollywood through a classic lens, “added Rathore.
A backrest of the candid shot he hoped for reminding him of the classical rental bandhgala womenswear need to reintroduce the world.
Visible in the picture is a glujral deepti model.
Raghavendra lovingly considered the experience of working with Director of Bollywood Vidhu Vinod Chopra in his film Eklavya in 2007.
This is one of the memories that will remain with him for the rest of his life.
Investment solely in the culture that production houses are willing to do with it for costumes and character appearances, are important lessons.
It was truly an Ode for our heritage, something that the brand ethos spin and strive to do a better season after the season.
Easily stylish through this image Sonam Kapoor is able to capture the essence of bandhgala and the importance of finding a customized woman.
Everyone has a place to go to soak in new inspiration, to foster creative spirit.
For Raghavendra Rathore, it was a wall step in Narlai, near Ranakpur.
For him, this is an oasis where he finds spirituality and tender inspiration.
He believes that this place helps in keeping his mind focusing on the absence and he is able to create a new silhouette season after the season.
The significant image that has found itself permanent space on the Atelier mood board, constantly reminds him of the interaction between product design and lifestyle.
From designing jewelry to the interior, the Raghavendra Rathore Jodhpur brand today can be recognized as a true lifestyle brand and not only one that serves classic wardrobe space.