Silhouettes '98:- The Premier Show
The Premier Show presented by the first batch of graduating students of the B. D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion Technology was an event of great magnitude with the Industries top personalities coming together to make this event a memorable one.
The show was choreographed by Sangeeta Chopra,event organisation by Nimesh Mirchandaney of Communique, set design by Indian National Theatre and adding the pulsating rhythm to the show was sound, music and light by Pulsar India. Presenting in words the concept of the show was the master of ceremonies Brian Tellis.
The premier show witnessed eminent personalities from the Fashion Industry.
Mrs. Meher Castellino graced the occasion as Chief Guest,with
Mrs. Sangeeta Kathiwada
Mrs. Lalita Gopalan and Mr. Manish Malhotra doing the honours as the panel of judges.
The show was sponsored by The Ruby Mills of India Ltd. & cosponsored by Vipul Sarees & Gupta Sarees.
 
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes '99
The 2nd Annual Fashion Show was an extravaganza by itself. The creative styles, silhouettes and designs moved around the theme ‘Hues in Harmony’ which was indeed a visual treat.
The event of befitting magnitude was choreographed by Elric D'souza, event organisation and set design by Communique'. Adding to the pulse of the evening was the sound, music and light by Pulsar India and the show was presented by the Master of ceremonies Hugo D'souza.
The Main Sponsor for the event was - The Pioneer Embroideries Ltd., India's leading manufacturers of Embroidered and lace fabrics. The event was co-sponsored by Grasim India Ltd. India's leading manufacturers of Gents suiting fabrics. Ms Bachi Kakaria, Editor, Sunday Times, graced the evening as our Chief Guest.
The panel of judges comprised of India's leading designers
Ms. Krishna Mehta
Mrs. Seema Roye
Mr. Narendra Kumar and
Fashion Editor - ELLE - Mrs. Anaita Shroff
 
 
 
Silhouettes '00
Working towards the ideas and designs of the new century, Silhouettes 2000 was a reflection of the bygone era. The theme presented the designs of the future inspired from the past, looking one step behind to move two steps ahead to making a fashion statement.
The Millennium Show was once again choreographed by Elric D’souza, event organisation and set design was managed by M’Communique, supported by sound, music and light from Pulsar India. Show presentation by Master of Ceremonies Hugo D’souza. Minister of Textiles and agriculture, Mr. Anil Deshmukh graced the evening as Chief Guest.
The Panel of Judges comprised of eminent personalities and leading designers -
Mrs. Neeta Lulla
Mrs. Shaina N. C.
Mrs. Saira Menezes and
Mr. Asad Fakih from the Industry.
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes '01
The show last year revealed the amazonian art of camouflage and subterfuge, designed to imitate and merge with Mother Nature.
Inspired by the simplicity of nature and culture to the bizarre of grandeur shades and rich lifestyles, the designs reflected a perfect blend of creativity, innovation and style - ‘Celebrating the Earth’ - the graduating students presented - ‘Fashion-Naturally’-
The Ramp Show was choreographed by Sangeeta Chopra, Stage and Set Designed by Indian National Theatre. Mrs. Meher Castellino Fashion Journalist, graced the evening as our Chief Guest .
The panel of judges comprised of India’s leading designers and personalities -
Mrs. Meher Castellino,
Mrs. Mehr Jessia.
Mr. Wendell Rodricks,
Mr. Marc Robinson.
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes '02
Threads in heritage - was as much a celebration of the textile aesthetics of royal India and the splendor of bygone times as it was a testimony to the survival of the world’s richest repertoire of hand crafted textiles in the modern world which is both rooted in the past and moving progressively in the new millennium.
Inspired by the beauty, the brilliance, the colour range, the beautiful brocades, rich embroideries, turbans elegantly worked on cloth of gold - the couture collections reflected a perfect blend of Heritage, Innovation and Style. ‘Enriching Tradition’ - the graduating students presented ‘Threads in Heritage’.
The Ramp Show was choreographed by Sangeeta Chopra. Stage and Set Design by I. N. T. (Indian National Theatre) with pulsating sound, music and light by Rustom Pavri. Show presentation by Nafisa Joseph.
The show sponsored by H. L. L. and cosponsored by Standard Chartered Bank was graced by none other than Mr. Gautam Rajyadaksha as Chief Guest for the evening. The panel of judges comprised of eminent personalities and leading designers
Mr. Dilip Shah (V. P. - C. I. A. E.)
Mrs. Anita Dongre,
Ms. Payal Singhal,
Mr. Lascelles Simons and
Mr. Kaushik Shrimanker from the industry.
 
Silhouettes '03
An Oriental Rhapsody...
A dip into the past, a borrowing of all things eternal, a rendering of the bountiful, flora and fauna that maketh the world. 100 years on, its innovative and androgynous designs remain fresh and contemporary.
Silhouettes 2003 unveils the Oriental Influence in Couture Fashion, be it Chinese prints, Geisha corsets, Japanese motifs, Kimonos, Brocades on Indo-Western Silhouettes, added with a touch of the Oriental Mysticism.
From classic to contemporary, ethnic to modern the graduating students celebrate the Orient like never before...
The Ramp Show will be choreographed by none other than Rajoo and Nishita. Stage, Sets and Lights by E M C with pulsating sound and music by Performance Audio. Compered by Hugo D’souza, the show presented on stage by Nafisa Joseph.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes '04
The ‘Tribal’ - Haute Pouri
The cultural resurgence inspired from the ethnicity of the tribes, unleashed the garb of the boisterous, indulging in a fusion of animal prints camouflaged with sensualities of nature.
Introducing an era of native yet stylish, elementary yet innovative,primitive yet contemporary-‘Tribal’ now became the new fashion mantra.
The Ramp show was choreographed by On Cue Productions, Stage, Sets & Lights by EMC, with pulsating Sound and Music by Performance Audio Compered by Hugo D’souza the show was presented on stage by Manasi Scott.
The show was sponsored by Hakoba Pioneer Embroideries,
Co-sponsored by Sunsilk & Lakme
Outdoor Sponsorship by Creations,
Official Magazine - Apparel - The clothiers digest,
Jewellery sponsored by Tip Top Point,
Official Channel for the show - In Mumbai,
Event Management- Mystique Promotions P. Ltd.,
and Shoes sponsored by Class Apart.
 
Silhouettes '05
“Classics in Vogue...”
Presenting a fresco that is fascinating, the unseen inspiration drawn from the Classics of the past, an almost Oedipal recycling of the fashions.
The ensembles - a homage to the modern generation have reflections of the past with hints of modernity. The marriage of the old with the new, a reinterpretation of theClassics enriched with new concepts, daring proposals and a stronger appeal.
Silhouettes 2005 presents “Classics in Vogue” - The legacy lives on….
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes ‘06
“The Fashion Remix”
The rage of 'Zone Remix' comes alive on fashion street where mish mash matters the most. As the past transcends on the present, indulge in the creative cocktail as kitsch and contemporary rule the ramp this summer.
Restyled chutzpah fondles the attire striking a perfect balance between pret and haute couture. A flash of tradition, a dash of contemporariness. 'Free your mind' hails the remixed brigade adorning the guise of fashion jockeys.
Find out your style decade only at Silhouettes 2006 ‘The Fashion Remix'.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes '07
“Internationally Desi”
Meandering from the alleys of Indi-yeah came the spicy style and glittering garb that was most succulently the flavor of that season. Victorian cuts
immersed in shimmering mirrors, glitzy jardozi dancing to the tunes of intimate layering and curvy silhouettes embellished in Indian insignia, it was
time for the saffron, emerald and white to flutter high on the fashion runways.Presenting a fresco that is fascinating, the unseen inspiration drawn from
the Classics of the past, an almost Oedipal recycling of the fashions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes 2008
“Planet•F” - Celebrating the Earth”
Adopting mother Earth as their sole inspiration, allowing nature to meet the eye of creativity, it's the jubilation of Fashion that flaunts the 'eco-chic',
recycled to unearth some bizarre designs etched on a new age canvas.
Surrendering to the urbane lifestyle upheaval, from grandeur shades to hi-tech gizmos, from reveling designs to whimsical couture, 'Celebrating the
Earth' the graduating students in a tribute present Planet•F.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Silhouettes 2009 “Art Couture”

Inspired from the bizarre hues and gorgeous canvasses dipped in the euphoria called 'Art', “ Art Couture” as aptly named forms the theme of Silhouettes '09, the Annual Fashion Awards Nite presented by the Graduating Students of the B. D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion Technology.

“Art Couture” unveils the magic of the brush, grooves of the palette and impressions of the artists, through the visual and creative senses of its versatile designers. As B. D. Somani walks you down a gallery called “Art Couture” get ready to applaud the haute-est theme of the generation at Silhouettes '09; “Art Couture”.

Silhouettes 2009 gives you an ideal opportunity to advertise your product and services. The publicity includes mass media, hoarding, banners, press ads, invitation cards, pamphlets and souvenir. Press and television units would also be invited to cover the show.

Judging by the adulation received by the graduates last year, this year we work at creating an event of even greater benefitting magnitude. Truly a visual fashion experience. We are looking forward to our Big day, not just for the occasion, but also for your co-operation and support and lastly when you advertise with us remember you are not only promoting young talent but you are making an investment.