« THE GOLDEN WOMB » : GAURAV GUPTA’S FALL 2023 COUTURE COLLECTION. | CRASH Magazine
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« THE GOLDEN WOMB » : GAURAV GUPTA’S FALL 2023 COUTURE COLLECTION.

By Léo Mazzella

The ancient scriptures of the Vedas speak of Hiranyagarbha is a concept that has always captivated the imagination. Hiranya, the golden essence, and garbha, the sacred womb, together birthed the entirety of creation, an enigmatic emergence from nothingness.

Drawing inspiration from this profound notion, Gaurav Gupta’s latest collection takes birth from the very essence of Hiranyagarbha. It embarks on a cosmic journey, navigating the cycles of elements and the transformative power that gives rise to life. From the primordial blank canvas, eager to be painted, to the unstoppable fluorescence of existence, the dance of light and resilience unfolds.

The collection reflects the blossoming of life with vibrant energy. Imagine the chrysalis burning with the desire to bloom, capturing the essence of life’s unstoppable force. The golden olive branches, entwining around the symbolic golden egg, represent the universal olive bark that cradles and nurtures the light within.

At the heart of our designs, malachite, the mesmerizing stone, reveals the sheer power of life’s emergence from every corner of the universe. It connects and heals, bridging the gaps between all living beings as we journey through time and space.

Overflowing with richness and symbolism, our garments speak volumes. Luxurious taffetas and chiffons cascade, adorned with an abundance of glass bugle beads, crystals, and intricate traditional Indian embroidery techniques like zardozi, nakshi, and dabka. Each stitch is a tribute to growth and the resilient spirit of being alive.

With every piece, Gaurav Gupta sens an invitation to embark on a journey. It is a journey that traverses birth, transformation, realization, and eventual harmony with the cosmos. It provides a glimpse into the mystical golden womb, beckoning us to embrace the stark light within and celebrate the wonder of creation.

PHOTOS BY ORYX PRODUCTIONS
PRODUCTION BY OBO GLOBAL
CREATIVE DIRECTION BY SANDEEP SINGH GILL
STYLED BY EMILIE KAREH
CASTING DIRECTION BY BEN GRIMES
HAIR BY AVEDA INDIA
MAKE UP BY CHARLOTTE TILBURY
MANICURE BY MANICURIST
MUSIC BY GAURAV RAINA & CURTAIN BLUE
LOCATION – PALAIS DE TOKYO, PARIS

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