The festive season is around the corner, which means it’s time to look your fabulous self. ME has picked more than 50 designers and brought them together so that you can choose from their finest creations — not just clothes, but also shoes, jewellery and other accessories.

You can expect Neeta Lulla, Sabyasachi Mukherjee, Chutti & Raja, and many, many more. Take note as from today, we begin to list the designers and what you can expect from them…

Pastiche by Smruti Dhanuka
Innovative cuts and quirky details are what make up Pastiche, the brand by this graduate of the London College of Fashion. The collection she brings to the ME Show will be a collage of Japanese styling with silhouettes of the 1960s. The fabrics are natural, and the prints, developed in-house. The garments are versatile; for instance the tunics can be worn as a dress on some occasions or teamed with leggings and a stole. on another.

Stae by Tapash & Sudhir
Their collection is inspired by geometrics! Bright colours, deep tones, bold looks, structured silhouettes, wonderful weaves... there’s a lot you can expect from this label by the talented designer duo. They like to treat their fabrics elaborately with different panels embellished with graphic studs. Their blends are dramatic and add shape and volume, like the mix of super smooth, stretch satin and silk that is extravagant yet subtle.

Mansha Modi
A designer who likes to combine classic elegance with contemporary flare, her collection reflects her personality — understated with an obsessive attention to detail. Experimental prints are her USP, and what gets everyone’s attention. With a store in Kolkata and retailers in Delhi (Ose), Mumbai (Amara) and Bangalore (Collage), she’s definitely someone to watch out for!

Crimzon Accessories by Sonali Dalwani
Traditional craftsmanship meets upmarket urban style at Crimzon Accessories. A collection of carefully detailed bags, shoes and belts fashioned from the finest silks, natural fibres and faux leather will be on sale at the ME Shows. The handbags are created with delicate embroidery and elegant motifs, while the footwear takes the well-heeled to an all new high with a fusion of bold Indian patterns and sublime western chic. It’s no surprise that this designer is sought after by leading stores in India and abroad.

WHEN AND WHERE?
Venue: The Grand Ballroom at ITC Grand Central, Parel, Mumbai
Date: September 30, 2009
Time: 10 am to 7 pm (open to all)