Fashion: The rise of men's wear

In the last five years, men's wear has seen a surge in India. From being side-lined many times at various fashion events and just a few designers working towards men's fashion, the trend has changed for good.

Therefore the third season of India Men's Week in Delhi will see a growth in the number of women designers set to showcase their men's wear lines.

From one woman designer in first season, two in second, this time around the week will make way for four women designers - Krishna Mehta, Sancheta Azzampur, Rajvi Mohan and Anjana Bhargav.

Says designer Krishna Mehta, "The importance of men's wear fashion is visible in its steady positive growth. Today's man is very conscious about his appearance and style. And like many international events exclusively for men's fashion, we too have one and I felt it is just the right platform to launch my new men's line. The silhouette is traditional but in a modern way. It will be blending the Indian craft in a contemporary style, with mix colour palette."

Besides this the other aspect that marks the highlight of the men's week is the finale show by Karan Johar and Varun Bahl under the duo's label. The duo had earlier showcased their couture line in Mumbai last year. "I and Karan have closely worked on the collection that will be showcasing at the finale. It's our pret -a- porter line, which comprises of everything from casual, evening and formal wear. The colours this time are shocking and bold in prints but not flashy as we have balanced them with whites and beiges. It has a very summery feel with non-fitted lines using lots of cottons, linens etc.," says the designer.

Though Varun added that they are yet to finalise if there will be any showstopper for the show, sources suggest that KJo's close pals may drop in to cheer for them including actors Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Gauri Khan, Preity Zinta etc. Designer Tarun Tahiliani might also showcase at the week.