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04 Atif Bajwa We speak to the President & CEO of Bank Alfalah 05 Bank Alfalah Rising Talent An exclusive shoot 08 Best Dressed See who made the cut this bridal week!

12 Runway Review Our review of what’s on the ramp 24 Black Carpet Trends Be inspired by these fashion-forward people 28 Fashion Awards Paperazzi votes!

32 Runway Trends Trends to follow this wedding season!

28 Publisher Arif Nizami l Publishing Editors: Samina Khan & Meher Tareen l Contributing Editor: Ali Nizami Managing Editor: Alizah Raza | Sub Editors: Mehak Elahi & Natasia Khalid | Creative Director: Muhammad Asif Marketing: Sohail Abbas 0300-4652194, Zahid Ali 0301-8479758, Muddasir Alam 0333-2282905, Zulfiqar Butt 0300-8451634, Mudassar Chuhadry 0333-8106007, Kashif Shehzad 0321-2672501, Photographer at large: Irfan Younas Printed at PTPRINT Press, 4- Shaarey Fatima Jinnah Lahore. | Paperazzi is a project of Paper Magazine and Pakistan Today.

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alent resides in most of us but very few are able to realize it. Because it’s not easy! It needs courage and a will to swim against the tide and open yourself up for the world to judge. That needs support; be it business, sports, arts or fashion.

For us, it’s a little more personal as we can relate to them. As a bank, we are 17 years young and more dynamic because we challenge the market and ourselves. And we’re naturally drawn to people who are talented and have the will to go after what they want, just as we have. The hard part is taking the first step.

Atif bajwa president & ceo

The Bank Alfalah Rising Talent program helps young talent take that first step and transform their passion into success. Bilal Hayee, Mohammad Rizwan, Anwer Ali, Hisham Malik and Adnan Sarwar are a few of many emerging talents that took that first step with us and we take pride in playing a small part in their journey towards success. We helped Adnan make his directorial vision - “Shah” - a reality and the film received phenomenal response.

I am pleased to say that as of last week we have a new Bank Alfalah Rising Talent in the form of Hamza Bokhari. Hamza showcased a strong collection and won the votes of the public and jury.

We wish him great success in the future.

We found success in following the road less-travelled and we will continue to support those who have the courage to follow their own path. Let’s keep discovering and encouraging the potential of Pakistan and create new stories of success.

zarmis ha dar Zarmisha Dar’s “Gullistan” collection was a mixture of luxury, practicality and style.

Shorter hemlines, cleaner cuts and intricate embellishments fused together brilliantly.

Her colour palette, use of sheer fabrics with hints of lace definitely made a strong impact.

maheen ghani Maheen Ghani Taseer’s collection, dedicated to her brave husband Shahbaz Taseer, revived traditional design in a contemporary manner. Focusing on the rich legacy of our traditional fabrics, Maheen worked with velvet, brocade and silks to create voluminous ghararas and lenghas.

ham za bo k hari Hamza Bokhari's collection "Ruzzkiy Kukliy" traced the journey of a Babushka doll that travels through Pakistan. His use of tissue, velvet and jewel tones combined with intricate and well-researched embroideries and motifs really stood out on the ramp and he won the Bank Alfalah Rising Talent Award.

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fai za s aq lain Faiza Saqlain’s design philosophy is to create luxurious and elegant clothing with heavy embellishments and detailing. Inspired by the time of the Elizabeth era when Queen Elizabeth reigned, Faiza’s regal ensembles were a fusion of eastern and western elements, with a strong emphasis on motifs and silhouettes from that era.

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Sania looked super hot in a black tunic and wide leg pants.

We loved the high ponytail & statement clutch.

Sana just never gets it wrong by staying true to her classic sense of style!

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m ah n u m kabir Mahnum Kabir looked super stylish in this white suit. Her pulled back hair, just the right amount of accessories and vivacious personality made her a Black Carpet star!

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fai za ran goo n w ala We love how Faiza Rangoonwala paired this Aurora by Shehrbano & Rema pearl embellished jacket with a striped bandeau.

We can always count on Sadaf Jalil for turning up the heat on the Black Carpet. Her laser cut leather glove, voluminous hair and charming personality made her an absolute winner.

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Zainab brought her A game to the Black Carpet this year in an all-black outfit!

Her Misha Lakhani organza wrap, paired with wide legged pants definitely made quite the statement.

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Anusheh Shahid turned heads in a deep scarlet, draped floor length gown by Misha Lakhani & metallic pumps.

s h ah z ay s alahuddin Known for her unique sense of style, Shahzay rocked this ethnic yet modern Ali Xeeshan suit with ease.

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k h adij ah s hah Elegant as ever, Khadijah looked super chic in an asymmetrical top and tailored pants. We can always count on her for being a red carpet superstar.

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Meesha Shafi turned heads in a fun printed Sana Safinaz top and poofy skirt. It’s always a pleasure to see her on the Black Carpet.

am m ara h ik mat We’re huge fans of Ammara’s effortless style.

Her radiant skin, flawless makeup and new hairstyle have us drooling.

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We loved Sara Shahid’s sleek, minimal look this fashion week. The all-white suit, leather belt and pulled back hair worked wonders.

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Ali Xeeshan’s Tufaan collection really took us by storm! Employing the latest techniques of laser cutting, traditional block printing and neon jewellery, Ali Xeeshan added an edgy twist to his traditional collection. This review would be incomplete without a mention of his showstoppers Meesha Shafi, Sohai Ali Abro and our favorites, Mickey and Minnie!

élan

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Élan’s The Jasmine Court collection was demure, sensual and steeped in tradition.

Beautiful fabrics printed in house, new silhouettes, intricate embellishment and a unique colour palette made for an outstanding collection. Elan was definitely one of the strongest collections this year.

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karma red

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This year, Karma Red showcased two capsule collections “Shehzadi Rang” and “Samarkand Ki Rani”.

The two collections were extremely feminine, with an emphasis on sheer and tailored fabrics, separate linings and fun tassels. Karma Red’s collection had a strong, ethnic aesthetic.

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Inspired by the works of Madeleine Vionet, Republic’s Rosa collection (the label’s first bridal collection for women) used draping techniques to create voluminous silhouettes. Sheer panels, intricate ribbon work and fabric-based embroidery added an interesting twist to the clothes.

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sania maskatiya Sania Maskatiya’s Afsaneh collection, paired with Reama Malik’s jewellery made a grand impression on the ramp. The combination of old embroidery techniques, luxurious fabrics and shimmering textures of sequins and beadwork made her collection stand out. Staying true to her signature aesthetic, Sania Maskatiya’s choice of colours, contrasting patterns kept her collection fresh and modern.

misha lakhani

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Misha Lakhani’s Wanderlust Collection featured oldworld charm, an eclectic fusion of textiles and vintage craftsmanship.

Fitted high-waisted pants inside billowy angrakha’s, oversized kurtis with tapered pants and beautiful colours had us drooling.

Her collection was feminine & dreamy. We loved that she paired her outfits with khussas.

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fahad hussayn

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Fahad Hussayn’s Matam collection portrayed a dramatic riot of colour and craftsmanship with his signature aesthetic. Silk thread embrodieries, unique knitted metal thread fabric and digital prints from his Print Musuem were the highlights of his collection.

He kept the cut classic and minimal, with a variety of lengths and layers, giving decadent bridal looks for every kind of woman.

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nickie nina Drawing inspiration from nature and the preservation of wildlife, Nickie Nina’s Neh Shikar collection combined both traditional and modern techniques.

Organza, velvet and heavy silks, with a broad range of colours from traditional reds to modern pastels were used. This was one of Nickie Nina’s best collections yet!

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sana safinaz

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Sana Safinaz’s France Lesage collection’s main focus was on silhouettes and cuts! The attention to fine tailoring, the addition of modern cuts like peplum and jackets and intricate embellishments made for a great collection, with something for everyone.

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Named after the exquisite Falaknuma Palace in India, Sana Yasir’s collection combined classic details with modern cuts and styling.

Her motifs were picked from the architecture and interior details of the palace, translating into her bridal pieces.

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kamiar rokni

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The House of Kamiar Rokni returned to the ramp after two years with a mind-blowing finale collection, Alchemy. This cohesive collection featured varied cuts, indigenous textiles and a myriad of colours. From ball gown skirts to farshi gharara’s, this collection will reinvent the classic bride and her trousseau. We loved every piece!

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Ammara Khan’s Memoirs from a Moonlit Garden was romantic, feminine and fairytale-like. The collection blended contemporary design with traditional silhouettes in a beautiful manner.

Farshi gharara’s, never-ending trails and intricate feather detailing left an impression.

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asifa nabeel Inspired by Venetian balconies, Asifa Nabeel’s collection combined vibrant colours, 3D embellished flowers and unconventional ways of traditional embroidery in a variation of cuts and silhouettes.

hsy

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Inspired by the heavens, the HSY’s bridal couture collection was intricately detailed and extraordinarily feminine, which marked a return to a demure and softer color palette and silhouette reminiscent of HSY’s work of the early 2000’s, now re-presented in a context manifest of the wants and needs of the woman of today. It was one of our favourite HSY collections to date.

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nomi ansari

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Nomi Ansari’s festive and bright collection took inspiration from the fragrance Oudh.

He effortlessly combined traditional and modern cuts, pairing traditional lengths and cholis with capes and corsets. His unique use of materials, and use of fun vintage motifs made this collection extremely unique.

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saira shakira Inspired by Russian pavlovsky shawls, Saira Shakira’s collection was designed around shiny fabrics.

Majestic flairs, flow gowns and 3D-effect embroidery made for an extremely feminine collection.

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mahgul rashid

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Mahgul’s Vivante collection was inspired by aerial views of architecture and stark elevation drawings.

Juxtaposing thsese elements against more organic studies of still life, she used structured cuts to create volume and angles to the overall silhouette. Hand painted elements, in-house filigree accessories and unique cuts cargo pants and oversized armhole - made this collection one to remember.

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Shamaeel’s collection, staying true to her signature aesthetic, was inspired by a mixture of oriental ancient dynasties.

Vibrant colours, fun digital prints and the use of layering made this a truly unique collection.

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Bank Alfalah Rising Talent- Adnan Sarwar

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M. Rizwan, Aly Mustansir & Anwar Ali

Bank Alfalah’s Rising Talent Award Ceremony was held at PLBW. The award was won by Hamza Bokhari of JEEM. Usman Qaisar, Aly Mustansir, Mariam Agha & Faisal Mirza

Aly Mustansir, Saad Ali & Hisham Malik

Aly Mustansir with the Rising Talent Winner - Hamza Bokhari

Usman Qaiser, Mariam Agha, Aly Mustansir, Sarwat Gillani & Hisham Malik

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Backstage is always buzzing and the most fun. Here is a sneak peek at chaos and madness backstage at PLBW!

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Misha Lakhani with her beautiful baby bump

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Ali Sethi, the talented young singer, opened Fahad Hussayn’s show with a cover of Iqbal Bano’s song “Ulfat Ki Nay Manzil ko Charha” followed by his covers of Dil Jalane Ki Baat and Kithay Nain Na Jori.

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runner ups Uzair Jaswal for Nomi Ansari

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Ali Abro, Mickey and Minnie Mouse and of course, the super talented Meesha Shafi. She stole the show in an intricate headpiece, neon jewellery and a fabulous outfit to go with.

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The House of Kamiar Rokni’s collection was well worth the two year break our favourite designers took. We love how they kept embroideries intricate, the colour palette vivid and cuts minimal.

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Khadijah Shah’s label is synonymous with luxury. Her ability to mix different colours, textures and prints with intricate embellishments in varied silhouettes was reflected in each piece. Hats off to her for a brilliant collection!

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Inspired by aerial views of architecture and stark elevation drawings and still life, Mahgul’s debut PLBW collection made quite the statement.

Structured cuts, intricate embellishments and inhouse accessories really made this collection stand out.

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nooray bhatti Nooray Bhatti set the ramp on fire this fashion week! Her toned body, great posture and effortless walk truly set her apart.

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Zohra Rahman designed an exclusive jewellery line for HSY’s bridal couture collection. From teeka’s to earcuffs, this brilliant & edgy collection had something for everyone.

ali xeeshan We can always count on Ali Xeeshan for putting on a great show. Beautiful fashion, fun accessories, great music and fabulous showstoppers made this collection one to remember.

Fahad Hussayn

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We love wedding wear but usually designers play it safe and show pretty, classic bridal collections. This year, however, we were thrilled to see some new trends on the PLBW runway.

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