With wardrobe malfunctions becoming a regular spectacle, BT finds out the precautions taken by the fashion frat before a show

PREVENTION is better than cure. And any self-respecting fashion designer would agree with the adage after the spate of mishaps on the ramp of late. But the malady here seems to be incurable despite scathing comments by fashion critics.


In fact, malfunctions have almost become mandatory now, with more people attending fashion weeks in the hope of catching more flesh than expected. And while critics abroad are more forgiving towards a mishap on the ramp, it’s considered a huge faux pas here. This has prompted one of the fashion weeks to introduce a list of dos and don’ts that models are made to sign before the show. And the majority of the fashion frat insist there’s extensive preevent preparation even for a regular fashion show.


Fashion choreographer Marc Robinson, who was working at the Dubai Fashion Week says, “I make sure all the models rehearse in their garments and footwear before the show. I also ensure that all the models wear proper innerwear and nipple tags before walking the ramp. I’m so meticulous about these things that I need to see the entire look before I okay it with my signature. Sometimes the texture of the ramp can make models trip and fall, and sometimes it’s uncomfortable footwear. We check for all that before sending a model on the ramp.”


But mishaps are unavoidable despite all these measures taken by fashion professionals. Model Priya Reddy, who tripped and fell in the recent fashion week, blames it on the backstage madness and unprofessionalism by certain designers. Says Priya, “I tripped because my pants weren’t altered despite my insistence. Designers are supposed to do the alterations before the show. The models can then check the garments. There’s usually 30 seconds to a minute between two sequences. But models in India seldom rehearse with their garments since they’re not paid for the fitting shows. But designers abroad take more precautions.”


Designers, however, disagree that they’re extra cautious for shows abroad. But inadequate number of models — too many clothes and too few models to showcase them — contributes to the madness backstage. That’s why garment-fitting is entirely the designer’s responsibilty. Designer Nikhil Mehra of the Shantanu and Nikhil duo says, “We always do the fittings ourselves and don’t leave it to any one else. We’re also present when the model is just about to make an entry. This is done to to avoid last-minute glitches that happen due to poor light backstage. But it’s not feasible to make the models rehearse with the clothes before the show since that would mean ironing the clothes all over again before the final show. There’s no time for that.”


Designers are also accused of not spending enough time on garment production and compromising on quality, leading to malfunctions. But Nikhil defends the fraternity saying, “A designer should take responsibility only when the garment tears. We use the best quality products, including zips, which come at Rs 38 a piece, but it’s delicate nonetheless and can come off if it’s pulled in the wrong direction in a hurry.”


Sometimes shows are also flawed due to light and sound fiascoes. But they’re checked only a night before the event, provided the venue is available. Else, it’s done on the day of the event, when a complete blackout is possible. Work is also designated to stylists to ensure smooth operation and to preempt ramp bloopers. Stylist Ajay Bisht, who styles models for fashion shows, says, “A stylist comes after everything is done. It’s his duty to point out a repetition and make sure that the makeup and hair are in sync with the look. Accessories are also decided beforehand. I always do the fittings 3-4 days in advance to prevent mishaps on the ramp. We mostly plan the shows three months in advance, while in case of a fashion week, the planning starts only five days in advance, which is why the fiascos take place.”

Read your Plam


1.STRESSED

Horizontal lines across the tips of your fingers indicate you've been concentrating a lot or
are stressed and are probably not looking after yourself properly.

2.FRUSTRATED
Vertical lines across the bottom end of your fingers show you are frustrated and can't
cope with stress.

3.CHILDREN & MARRIAGE
These horizontal lines show the amount of marriages (or nowadays, long relationships)
you'll have. The vertical lines rising up from them are the amount of children you'll have with each
love match.

4.HEART
The heart line governs your emotions, as well as vascular health. It starts on the thumb
side of the hand above the head line and sweeps across the palm horizontally.

Depth of line: A weak line means you're a highly sensitive, slightly shy type and a strong line
indicates emotional pressure and possible health troubles, like stress and worry.

Position of line: A high line signals that you're emotionally cold, and a low line means you're a
passionate character. A high starting point suggests a supporting role in a relationship. If the
beginning of heart, life and head lines join it shows a traumatic shock to the system - an incident
you may not recover from.

Length of line: A short line suggests you believe in ideals and can be very dedicated to your
beliefs.

Curve of line: The more curved the more emotional and warm, a straighter line means you're less flexible and less physically expressive. If it goes from one side to the other in a straight line it's a sign of possessiveness.
Anomalies: Small lines at the start show you want change.

5.TRAVEL
Horizontal lines from the outer edge of the hand indicate a restlessness or a desire to travel.

6.LIFE
The life line traces events from birth to old age, it usually starts above the thumb and sweeps down the palm.

Depth of line: A strong, uninterrupted line means you have a zest for living and love the outdoors.
Position of line: If it starts as a single line at the edge of the palm you are open and self-reliant.
A line that completely restricts the ball of the thumb equals a lack of enthusiasm for life. If it's entwined with the head line you are more sensitive and cautious, the longer it is entwined the more sensitive and cautious you are.
Length of line: A short life line doesn't mean a short life, nor does a long line mean long life. A long life line means you like the physical more than the abstract.

Curve of line: The line curves under the ball of the thumb if you're a home bird. If the line sweeps out you love travel and have an eager attitude to experiencing life.

Anomalies: If it starts as a chain of lines you can be reliant on others. At the end of the line, a fork indicates restlessness.

7.LOYALTY
If you have a loyalty line that is strongly etched it means you have one very close bond in your family circle, usually between a brother and sister.

8.FAMILY
If it's a strong line, it shows solidarity and a good relationship with your family. However, if it's chained it suggests you have an uneven relationship with your family, things can blow hot or cold.

9.HEAD
This line shows the way you think and reason. It starts above your thumb near the life line and goes horizontally across the palm.

Depth of line: A deep line means you can be egotistic. If the right hand has a weaker line you are submissive and vacillating, if the left hand is weaker you are positive and well ordered.

Position of line: A head line that cuts the palm in half means you have great mental control but a strong selfish streak. If the head line begins inside the life line you are full of uncertainty or lack confidence. A head line that is closer to the life line means you are less confident, while if it's
further away from the life line you are more rash, impulsive and ambitious.

Length of line: A long head line means you're imaginative and easily side tracked. A short head line shows you are practical and may achieve fame (or infamy!).

Curve of line: The more the line slopes the more imaginative you are.

Anomalies: A more furry, wavy or chained head line means poor concentration, you shouldn't seek responsibility.

10.FATE
The fate line highlights your nature and attitude to life. This line starts at the wrist and goes up.

Depth of line: The clearer the line the more success you'll have. A lightly etched line means you can be very indecisive. A full fate line means you're aware of your responsibilities and you're upright, honest and straightforward. Lines that fade and return show strong and weak periods.

Position of line: A fate line that begins from the life line means restriction in the early years and
that you've had to work hard for what you've got. If the fate line ends at the head line you have
poor judgment. If it stops at the heart line your career has ended for emotional reasons. If the line
branches out at the end you'll diversify a lot in later years.
Length of line: A long, clear line to the base of the middle finger means independence and determination.

Absence of line: Some people don't have a fate line. An absent fate line means a lack of direction, unsure, unsettled, little pride in yourself or your appearance.

One hand: If you only have a fate line on your right hand then you take the initiative and try to better yourself. If only on the left, it means you have many dreams and ambitions but rarely follow them.

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