She stood a good chance to have passed off as a model on the ramp herself, accessories designer Rina Shah participated at the Lakme Fashion Week for the very first time and bowled us over rather stylishly.
Her love for horses and Polo, inspired Rina Shah of Rinaldi to create her 'Rinaldi Polo' line which was a sporty chic collection. Her distinct designing touches were visible in the use of crystals and coloured stones as well as polo prints on the oversized bags that were sashayed by the models.
Satchels, calf and thigh high boots trimmed with feathers and bamboo handles added the right rugged touches. The inspiration was also reflected in the saddle bags with trimmings, spur straps, reins and handles, which matched the belts with horse buckles. Colour palette included aqua, turquoise, green yellow, gold, brown and pink; Rina presented an unusual and stylish collection of bags and footwear ideal for making unique fashion statements.
Using vibrant embellishments for the footwear and bags featuring scenes from the sport, the collection was stunning in visual appeal on the ramp and will be a hit on the fashion charts.
Ending the show with three top polo players, Angad Kalan, Kamran Ahmed and Shrinivas Bobade, Rina Shah's 'Rinaldi Polo' line will indeed work for lovers of high fashion bags and footwear.