Color Palette & Pantone Reference
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Skirt (Gradient: Deep Black)
- Pantone 19-4007 TCX – Jet Black
- Description: A rich, inky black used in the deepest part of the skirt, fading into lighter gradients for a soft, ombré transition. Symbolic of depth, mystery, and refinement perfect for formal luxury.
Silhouette Overview
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Princess Line Dress with Inverted Pleat
This silhouette eliminates the traditional waist seam, creating long vertical seams that contour the body from shoulder to hem. The structure emphasizes height and slimming lines, while the inverted box pleat at the center or back adds both architectural volume and graceful movement.
Originally used in formal Victorian gowns, the style embodies feminine refinement and restrained grandeur now reinterpreted for modern elegance.
Textile
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Mysore Silk
Woven in Karnataka and introduced during the reign of the Wadiyar dynasty (early 20th century), Mysore silk is known for:- Smooth texture
- Natural glossy sheen
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Rich color depth and fluidity
This makes it ideal for gradient-dyed applications and tailored silhouettes, such as the princess line, where drape and flow are key.
Embroidery Detail
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Sozni Embroidery (Kashmir)
Applied subtly on the bodice, neckline, or hem, Sozni work brings unparalleled finesse.- Executed using fine silk threads in single or double-sided satin stitch
- The front and back appear nearly identical a mark of supreme craftsmanship
- Traditionally used in shawls, this embroidery lends an air of sophistication and restraint, complementing the structural flow of the dress without overwhelming it.
Design Narrative
This ensemble is a meditation in quiet luxury and cross-cultural refinement, merging:
- Victorian-era tailoring (Princess seam + Inverted pleat)
- South Indian textile nobility (Mysore silk’s imperial legacy)
- Kashmiri embroidery precision (Sozni's whisper-like detail)
The gradient effect in jet black elevates the form by playing with light and shadow, while the omission of the waist seam modernizes the silhouette for a lean, statuesque line