Hunt for plus size models for LFW’16 is on

The forthcoming winter-festive edition of Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) will be hosting a plus-size model hunt for males and females, curated by designer Shilpa Chavan of Little Shilpa in association with the plus-size store, aLL.

The creations showcased on runways are meant for the everyday consumers who seek high-fashion designer-wear but are often restricted by available size options. Bearing this in mind, aLL collaborated with LFW to break thought patterns and present a collection that will be showcased at the upcoming edition.

The auditions for the hunt are scheduled to be held at St Regis in Mumbai on Friday for plus-size men and women who would like to walk the ramp. The hunt is a precursor to the plus-size show to be held during the upcoming LFW from August 24 to 28, read a statement.

“The show is meant to highlight that one can be plus-sized and yet be fashionable, stylish and fabulous. At the auditions, we are looking for confident plus-sized males and females who are comfortable in their own skin,” said Jaspreet Chandok, vice-president and head (fashion), IMG Reliance Pvt Ltd.

Head of innovation at Lakme, Purnima Lamba said, “At Lakme Fashion Week, we are very excited to present our first plus sized fashion show in association with Little Shilpa.”