Leading Indian designer Masaba Gupta will present her second Singapore solo on September 22 (Saturday).
Masaba is among the most exciting names in Indian fashion today. Her colourful, eclectic designs are a nod to her Indo-Caribbean identity and have been winning fans globally.
Exhibition Details
Title: Masaba In Singapore
Date & Venue: Saturday, 22nd, 10am to 5pm.
At Yantra, Tanglin Mall
#01-28/33
MRT: Orchard
Singapore 247933
Admission: Free
Only 29, Masaba has received several awards for her work including: Best Emerging Designer by Cosmopolitan (2010) and Marie Claire (2011) to one of India’s most promising talents by Vogue Italia (2015). She has made her name with creative collaborations most recently with cosmetic brands such as Lakme. This is the first time she will be presenting a solo in Singapore.
On Saturday, 22nd September, she presents her much-anticipated second Singapore solo popup shop. The line centres on progressive Indian wear featuring outfits with a contemporary and fresh take on tradition.
On her second Singapore solo, Masaba said: “I am excited to meet the beautiful women of Singapore. We have always had a great response on our website from customers based in Singapore. And I am really happy to be presenting my second pop-up.”
Expect to see cutting-edge fashion from the designer who has pushed boundaries in all her creations.
The solo has been made possible by venue partner Yantra, Singapore and hotel partner Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore.
Said Mr Chetan Kapoor, Managing Director of Yantra: “We are very happy to support Masaba’s second solo exhibition in Singapore. Her edgy and forward design fits in perfectly with our brand’s strong focus on art and design. Along with Masaba’s celebrated line of ‘Made in India’ fashion, we could not think of a better marriage in hosting her collection at Yantra known for its contemporary approach to Indian cuisine.”
She is also closely associated with Bollywood. Several leading stars such as Sonam Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are not just her close friends, but they regularly put her creations on red carpets at much watched events. This includes the 2017 Cannes Film Festival where Sonam Kapoor picked Masaba.
She is also closely associated with Bollywood. Several leading stars such as Sonam Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are not just her close friends, but they regularly put her creations on red carpets at much watched events. This includes the 2017 Cannes Film Festival where Sonam Kapoor picked Masaba.
Q & A WITH MASABA
Q: Why fashion?
A: My mentor at college – Wendell Rodricks – saw my collection and he believed that I was ready to take my step and motivated me to register for LFW. I applied for the same collection that I presented at college. I remember I was in second year of my college then but I’ve liked to do things at the right time, when they work most. Kattran means scaps of fabrics, which I usedfor my collection and thus made it cost effective. When I saw the response and reaction to my LFW show, I realised that buyers are keen on buying my design. Not giving it another thought, I hit the iron hot and started my label at home.
Q: What will you be showing in Singapore and the inspiration behind it?
A: I am so looking forward to presenting my debut solo at Yantra and meeting many of you in Singapore. The collection I will be showcasing will be a mix of summer and festive wear. It will also have an assortment of the most iconic prints we have created in the past three months.
Q: What are the key influences on your designs?
A: Key influences on my designs are always my experiences. It could be travels/music/someone I met/a show I am watching/a quote I read or a scent also. If it entices a reaction in me I am inspired and then my whole world revolves around it for a while.
Q: Would you give up your fashion career to pursue any other interest?
A: I wouldn’t give up fashion ever. While I may do other things. This gave me life, so I’d never quit.
Q: What do you think is the current trend in fashion now and what is your opinion on
it?
A: The current fashion trend is anything that’s rebellious and everything is OTT. So super sculpted bodies/crazy hair/crazy nails/or adding an accessory you thought will never go with anything.
Q: What does colour mean to you?
A: Colour means expression to me, the best form A: Colour means expression to me, the best form of saying what you feel.
Q: Fashion and body positivity. You have been such a huge champion of that. Was there
ever a time you were uncomfortable with your body type and what it takes to embrace
who you are?
A: I’ve always been uncomfortable with my body I struggle with it even today on most days.
It takes waking up every day and allowing the right things to fill your mind every morning
until one day, it all makes sense
Q: Masaba in 3 words…
A: Emotional, spontaneous & witty.
