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Regal Resurgence of Mysore in the year 2050
“Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” Rachel Zoe
Design is a dynamic language, spoken through fabrics, silhouettes, and colours, where every attire tells a story. It’s a journey of
exploration, where boundaries are pushed, and possibilities are endless. From the ramp walk to the sidewalk, fashion is a universal canvas where artistry meets reality, inviting us to paint our own narratives with flair and confidence.
Fashion is more about expressing yourself rather than impressing others. Fashion may change but style never fades away. The act of just the sight is so impactful that it carries and conveys a stronger message than speech.
THEME:
“Mysore Futurism: Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow”
CONCEPT:
Embrace the timeless elegance of Mysore’s heritage while infusing it with a visionary twist, marrying tradition and innovation seamlessly.
INSPIRATION:
Designers may draw inspiration from Mysore’s royal history, vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and regal fabrics, and re-imagine them through a futuristic lens. Drawing from the design of the city’s majestic palaces, bustling markets, and rich cultural tapestry, envisioning how they might evolve in a technologically advanced future.
KEY ELEMENTS:
- Traditional Motifs: Incorporate iconic Mysore motifs such as the Mysore silk saree’s intricate borders, floral patterns, and peacock motifs, reinterpreted with modern aesthetics.
- Futuristic Fabrics: Experiment with futuristic materials like metallic fabrics, holographic textiles, and sustainable synthetics, adding depth and dimension to traditional designs.
- Innovative Embellishments: Integrate high-tech elements like LED lights, digital prints, 3D textures, and smart textiles to add an element of surprise and avant-garde flair.
- Silhouettes: Explore futuristic silhouettes that blend traditional drapes with modern cuts creating striking ensembles that are both elegant and edgy.
- Color Palette: Infuse the collection with a blend of rich jewel tones inspired by Mysore’s architecture, lush landscapes, and royal heritage, alongside metallic accents, and iridescent hues for a futuristic feel.
Overall, the collection should evoke a sense of awe and wonder, transporting the wearer to a Mysore of the future where tradition and innovation coexist in perfect harmony.
JUDGEMENT CRITERIA:
- Creativity in designing according to theme.
- Creativity and quality in terms of props and costume execution.
- Sketches submitted along with the write-ups will be considered for initial evaluation.
- Use of headgear, supporting props for outfit will earn you bonus points.
- Ensuring seamless co-ordination and confidently showcasing the collections’ fusion of tradition and innovation on the walk will be a criterion for judgement.
- Articulation of the themes essence through sensory storytelling, is encouraged
- Judgement will be done in three stages:
- STAGE 1: Submission of sketches/reference images, audio (Sample music), video (Sample choreography), theme explanation, names of models along with the designers.
- STAGE 2 [only shortlisted entries]: Submission of improvised video (choreography) and audio (final) separately if any.
- STAGE 3: GRAND FINALE
RULES AND REGULATIONS:
- The submission of entries should use the template attached with the brief.
- Submission guidelines must be strictly adhered to
- The team leader to effectively coordinate with the competition coordinators for any query.
- In the matter of any dispute the coordinator’s verdict will be final prior to the finale.
- Late submissions will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- The Judge’s decision and scoring will be final during the Ramp Walk.
GUIDELINES:
- Experimenting and interpretation of theme is highly encouraged.
- Number of participants allowed: 9-15 including the showstopper.
- Mature design ideas with the use of innovative fabrics for realistic design options are expected.
- Use of headgear, supporting props for outfit should be innovative and sturdy.
- Each pair’s outfit must be completely explained with the attached A4 template.
- The choice of colours, fabric, materials, accessories for each design need to be mentioned along with submission.
- SHORTLISTED TEAMS WILL GET ONLINE GROOMING SESSIONS FOR 30 MINS FROM A PROFESSIONAL CHOREOGRAPHER.
IMPORTANT DATES:
- 23-04-2024: Releasing of brief
- 30-04-2024: Final date for registration
- 03-04-2024: Last date of submission for deliverables of STAGE 1
- 04-05-2024: Announcing the shortlisted entries.
- 10-05-2024: Last date of submission for deliverables of STAGE 2
- 12-05-2024: GRAND FINALE
SUBMISSION LINK
REGISTRATION
- Registration fee: Rs 1000/- for short listed group only
- Payment for Competition can be made through the QR code or net banking. Participant is required to share a screenshot of the transaction as proof of payment by uploading it into the registration form.
- Last date for registration 05/05/2024
Name Of the College: MYSORE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
Account Number :2334101017228
Bank: CANARABANK
IFSC Code: CNRB0002334
