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Namrata Joshipura Redefines Black With OBSIDIAN Collection At LFW
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News18•18-10-2026, 15:51
Namrata Joshipura Redefines Black With OBSIDIAN Collection At LFW
- •Designer Namrata Joshipura showcased her latest collection titled OBSIDIAN at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI.
- •The collection reimagines the color black by pairing its inky depths with liquid silver, gilded embroidery, and metallic finishes.
- •OBSIDIAN draws direct inspiration from volcanic glass, exploring the fascinating contrast of a dark color possessing natural brilliance.
- •Joshipura emphasizes a growing market for contemporary eveningwear, including jumpsuits and monochromatic styles outside traditional bridal wear.
- •The designer highlights that social media influences visual presentation, but true craftsmanship must resonate both on screen and in person.
Key Questions Answered
The OBSIDIAN collection was directly inspired by volcanic glass, capturing its deep black colour and naturally reflective surface to explore light, texture, and metallic finishes within a monochromatic palette.
She utilizes unexpected proportions, reflective surfaces, three-dimensional embellishments, and texture contrasts to give black power, sensuality, and dramatic depth.
Yes, there is a rising appetite for contemporary eveningwear suited for cocktail parties, intimate celebrations, and alternative events where people want to express their individual styles using jumpsuits and unconventional silhouettes.
