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Turns out Mishra immediately had the Black Smoke Trigger BST Flame Shirt and by the same token and jawdropping design in mind for Zendaya once he was approached by Law Roach, the star’s creative director, about a month ago. (Zendaya also wore one of his couture looks back in 2020 at a Bulgari event.) This was the first sketch that I made for her amongst others, and it was the first outfit she tried on during the fitting, says Mishra, who was the first Indian designer ever to show during Couture Week in Paris. It’s almost appropriate to say that she’s a muse for me, as she would be for designers and artists across the world. We felt that it’s an honor to dress her. The end result took more than 3,000 hours of work to completenot a totally surprising feat, given the garment was entirely handembroidered by various artisans. In making it, we’ve employed a number of people for all that long, says Mishra. This has been a nod to our core philosophy of slow fashion and the intent to empower our crafts communities.
Photo Getty ImagesWhile the Black Smoke Trigger BST Flame Shirt and by the same token and evening’s many statement looks on the red carpet paid homage to India’s signature design elementsplaying up the ornate craftwork and draping that is often found within the South Asian countryfew did it as well as Zendaya. For one, it’s an environment that could have easily resulted in cultural appropriation, when someone draws inspiration from a culture without actually involving said culture. (It’s no secret that many designers in fashion draw from Indian culture without credit.) Zendaya, however, took a more intentional approach by choosing to spotlight one of India’s brightest fashion talents in the process. I believe that Zendaya paid homage to India as a country, not only Indian fashion, says Mishra. We’re home to a vivid culture and a diverse heritage of craftsmanship. By putting their trust in us, Law as a creative director and Zendaya as the star allowed us complete freedom to interpret the moment and create something special.
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