SLIP IT ON

"The nineties are having yet another moment. And I am certain ,

 isn't going anywhere fast. This include the sexy slip dresses

ple of the innerwear-as-outerwear trend. The idea of underwear as outer­wear is part of the deconstruction of trends that has taken place in the 20th and 21st century. Celebrities like Rihanna and Rosie Huntington who on several occa­sions have worn lingerie or intimate apparel for various events have also fuelled the popularity of this trend." Worn alone or layered under an over­sized sweater, this elegant look doesn't require much effort either, shares design­er Farah Sanjana. She elaborates, "The fresh takes on the 90s trend go beyond just slinky silk: think graphic inserts, mer­maid-like shapes and velvety finishes for a double dose of 90s. No longer is the slinky, curve-skimming slip-frock the evening-only pinnacle of sensuality; instead, it has found its footing as a func­tional layering piece. Follow an orthodox line of thought and be the master of mod­est layering technique. You can try a men's blazer over the silk number, adding sleeves or extending the neckline. But if you are feeling cold then combine the best of two worlds by pairing the cosy turtle­neck and the body-clinging slip dress. The simple pairing is the peak of insouciance — while keeping you warm. All said and done, don't forget that there's a fine line between wearing lingerie that's intended to be worn underneath your clothing, and wearing it as an actual fashion statement. It can only work if done correctly."

Talking from the fabric front, Shalini Jaikaria of Geisha Designs suggests, "Keep the fabrics light and choose from gossamer chiffons, tulles, crumpled satins and light-weight silks. You can go for frills, laces and nets too as they will add a Victorian charm. The cut is key;

anything on the bias is usually which is one of my favourite trends. A spaghetti strap num­ber is definitely the way to spring style domination," asserts designer Neeta Lulla.

 lace at Celine, in 90s satin or see-through chiffon at Saint Laurent and layered over fine knits at Pucci. With underwear as outer­wear as a lead concept, SS16 is looking pretty sexy already.that our nostalgia for the decade skims over your hips. While loose fit shapes with dra­matic draping and lace trim add a look of luxury, you can also opt for tiers of

  

She adds, "The easy silhouette is perhaps the most convincing exam­ wonder why we ever parted ways with the style in the first place. Yes, the slip dress is back and it's looking slinkier than ever —trimmed with scalloped lingerie