His hometown, Kolkata, has been a lifelong inspiration for this designer who believes that "clothes should just be an extension of one's intellect". He uses unusual fabrics, texturing and detailing, fusion of styles, patchwork with embellishments in vibrant colours. His creations evoke images of ancient and medieval ages. He describes his own collections as "an International style with an Indian soul". His charity, “Save the Saree” retails hand-woven Indian sarees on a non-profit basis priced at Rs. 3500 & the entire proceed goes to the weavers of Murshidabad. He designs crafted bridal wear and rigorously structured pieces. On occasion, to the delight of his global audiences, the designer is known to draw inspirations from the wider world, such as exotic, indigenous ethnic European art inspired by French impressionists like Monet and Henry Matisse or even Frida Kahlo in his clothes. Vanessa
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