<div align="justify">Artistic and royal, each of his outfits tells a story of its own. Designer Punit Balana works on intricate details and fabulous weaves to create dramatic impressions on fabric. <br /><br />His forte lies in simple, subtle yet intricate embroidery work that mesmerises his customers. <br /><br />In a conversation with <em>Surupasree Sarmmah</em>, Punit talks about his favourite collection, his most challenging creations and his latest collection. <br /><br />Where do you get your ideas from?<br />It can be anything that I experience on a daily basis. Architecture, nature, colours and mythological tales are some of my inspirations. <br /><br />What do you keep in mind while designing a collection?<br />My works are wearable and very practical. Whenever I design a collection, I keep in mind the Indian body. My designs are not very modern but pretty conservative. <br /><br />One trend that will never get out of fashion...<br />I feel long ‘anarkalis’ are timeless. It has a vibrant silhouette and is a beautifully structured garment. <br /><br />What does designing mean to you?<br />Designing is what reflects one’s personality. It means creating something that others have not created. It is an amalgamation of passion and design. <br /><br />One of your most favourite collections...<br />It has to be my last winter collection which was inspired by the Amer Fort. A lot of research went into making this line and I had to get it perfectly right. The Amer Fort really mesmerised me and I got a lot of appreciation for the collection. <br /><br />What can one look for in a successful designer?<br />I believe that they are the ones who don’t follow trends blindly but create their own trends. Wearability and practicality are the priorities of such people. <br /><br />If not a designer...<br />I can’t see myself doing anything else (laughs). <br /><br />Who is your muse?<br />My wife and sister. Both of them have guided me throughout my journey in <br />this field. <br /><br />Apart from designing, what are you interests ?<br />I love listening to Sufi music. <br /><br />Tell us about your latest collection...<br />The Spring-Summer collection is called ‘Syahi Darpan’, which is all about handblock printed outfits. The collection is inspired by the rich culture and heritage of Rajasthan. <br /><br />Amer Fort and Sheesh Mahal are the biggest inspirations in this line. The colour base is indigo and I have primarily used two summer fabrics — cotton and ‘chanderi’. <br /></div>
<div align="justify">Artistic and royal, each of his outfits tells a story of its own. Designer Punit Balana works on intricate details and fabulous weaves to create dramatic impressions on fabric. <br /><br />His forte lies in simple, subtle yet intricate embroidery work that mesmerises his customers. <br /><br />In a conversation with <em>Surupasree Sarmmah</em>, Punit talks about his favourite collection, his most challenging creations and his latest collection. <br /><br />Where do you get your ideas from?<br />It can be anything that I experience on a daily basis. Architecture, nature, colours and mythological tales are some of my inspirations. <br /><br />What do you keep in mind while designing a collection?<br />My works are wearable and very practical. Whenever I design a collection, I keep in mind the Indian body. My designs are not very modern but pretty conservative. <br /><br />One trend that will never get out of fashion...<br />I feel long ‘anarkalis’ are timeless. It has a vibrant silhouette and is a beautifully structured garment. <br /><br />What does designing mean to you?<br />Designing is what reflects one’s personality. It means creating something that others have not created. It is an amalgamation of passion and design. <br /><br />One of your most favourite collections...<br />It has to be my last winter collection which was inspired by the Amer Fort. A lot of research went into making this line and I had to get it perfectly right. The Amer Fort really mesmerised me and I got a lot of appreciation for the collection. <br /><br />What can one look for in a successful designer?<br />I believe that they are the ones who don’t follow trends blindly but create their own trends. Wearability and practicality are the priorities of such people. <br /><br />If not a designer...<br />I can’t see myself doing anything else (laughs). <br /><br />Who is your muse?<br />My wife and sister. Both of them have guided me throughout my journey in <br />this field. <br /><br />Apart from designing, what are you interests ?<br />I love listening to Sufi music. <br /><br />Tell us about your latest collection...<br />The Spring-Summer collection is called ‘Syahi Darpan’, which is all about handblock printed outfits. The collection is inspired by the rich culture and heritage of Rajasthan. <br /><br />Amer Fort and Sheesh Mahal are the biggest inspirations in this line. The colour base is indigo and I have primarily used two summer fabrics — cotton and ‘chanderi’. <br /></div>
