This week, You! takes a look at the different fashion inspo spotted on the runway…
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Fashion doesn’t always have to be loud to leave a mark. Sometimes it’s about restraint, about the space between effort and ease. This season, that’s where the most compelling work is happening - in clothes that are rooted, textured, and unafraid of simplicity. House of Amir Adnan’s Nakhlistan Summer 2025 show embodied this ethos effortlessly, blending heritage influences with a refined, contemporary sensibility, mixing heritage-inspired elements with a fresh, modern attitude.
Flowing skirts, wrapped bodices, and layered drapes set the tone - moving with intention and just enough drama. The colour story was like poetry in shades of sand, sky, and shadow. Nomadic echoes ran through the collection, with thoughtful detailing - tassels, pleats, handwork - bringing each look to life.
This pastel chikankari dress with hues of dusty grey was a sight, where mirror lace lifted the fabric just enough. A sweetheart neckline gave it structure, and gentle ruffles starting at the waist and ending at the length softened the silhouette. It moved lightly but left an impression.
The yellow and black floral saree, embroidered with white chikankari, stood out against the desert-inspired backdrop of the show. Crisp ruffled sleeves and a square neckline added structure, while a black belt and chunky choker added a contemporary edge.
This ensemble was tradition with grit. A crimson raw silk top with zari motifs, paired with olive green jacquard bottoms pleated into soft dhoti folds. A metallic belt brought in structure, and oxidised silver jewellery - armbands, a bold neckpiece - gave it a fierce, warrior-like finish.
A co-ord in classic black and white - a tailored blazer with lace on the shoulders, cinched pants at the ankles. Sharp, clean, and made to mirror the mirage-like mood of the show. Sometimes, subtle does the heavy lifting.
A deep red banarsi halter blouse was styled with a loosely draped saree in muted, earth-toned fabric which matched the terrain background. Together, the colours spoke of warmth and dust and memory. A brown sequinned belt offered quiet structure, while the standout headpiece. It felt like a nod to old-world royalty reimagined for the runway.
This look had Parishae Adnan’s stamp all over it - quirky, bold, and rooted in tradition. A powder pink banarsi-cotton saree, with matte gold accents, flowed over matching palazzos. It broke the rules just enough, echoing why the label is slowly, steadily being shaped in her hands.
Ivory done the quiet way. A well-fitted suit with chikankari work and pearl detailing along the edges. The asymmetrical hem kept it interesting, while the beige belt gave the silhouette shape. This one felt like a clear nod to the show’s larger theme - refined, layered, and sitting somewhere between traditional and modern.
Text: Wallia Khairi Designers: Amir Adnan, Huma Adnan, Parishae Adnan Makeup: Nabila’s Photo credits: FnkAsia
