Kiara Advani’s Fashion Misstep: When Altering Legacy Designs Falls Short.
The world of fashion is often a delicate balance between honoring tradition and embracing personal style. Kiara Advani‘s recent appearance in the late Rohit Bal’s farewell collection, “Kaaynaat,” has sparked a discussion on the etiquette of handling such legacy ensembles.
Rohit Bal’s “Kaaynaat” collection, showcased at the FDCI-hosted Lakme Fashion Week, was a poignant farewell from the celebrated designer. Tragically, news of Bal’s demise broke shortly after, elevating the collection’s significance as his sartorial swan song.
Kiara Advani’s choice to wear the Sufi-style pleated floor-length anarkali from the “Kaaynaat” collection has drawn scrutiny from fashion enthusiasts.
While the actress looked lovely in the ensemble, the issue lies in the fact that she opted to forgo the full-length, heavily embroidered coat that was an integral part of Bal’s original design.
This subtle, yet impactful, alteration raises questions about the responsibility that comes with wearing the final creations of industry titans. Fashion history is replete with examples of how other designers’ farewell collections have been honored with unwavering fidelity to the creator’s vision.
For instance, when Thierry Mugler presented his last collection in 2001, model Amelia Gray Hamlin donned an archival piece from the line, preserving the designer’s intended aesthetic.
Similarly, Lady Gaga’s iconic appearance in the closing look from Alexander McQueen‘s “Plato Atlantis” show cemented the collection’s legacy, even as the designer passed away the following year.
Kiara Advani’s decision to modify Rohit Bal’s creation, while understandable from a personal style perspective, may have fallen short of honoring the designer’s parting vision.
Striking the right balance between personal expression and preserving the designer’s intent is a delicate dance that speaks volumes about one’s understanding of fashion’s rich tapestry.
