Travel Diaries India – ishtailista

Faces- Jaipur Literature Festival 2019

Portrait Series- Jaipur Literature Festival 2019

Photographs by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore

Shot at Diggi Palace, Jaipur

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle28929 — **Jeremias Meyer**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle281629swastikajajoos — **Swastika Jajoos**

omarhamilton-faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle281029 — **Omar Hamilton**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle28429 — **Crispin Apold**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle28329 — **Ramaanshi Narula**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle28529 — **Christopher Wilton Steer**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle282029 — **David**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle28629 — **Joanna**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle28829 — **Philipp Kowalski**

catrionamitchell-faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle281729 — **Catriona Mitchell**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle281429 — **Abhinav Tilak**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle281929 — **Harish Chaudhary**

sunitatoor-faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle281129 — **Sunita Toor**

faces-jaipurliteraturefestival2019-zeejlf-jlf-streetstyle28229 — **Nikhil Tolani**

January 31, 2019January 31, 2019 by ishtailista Categories: black & white photography, jaipur, Jaipur Literature Festival, Men Hairstyle, men of india, photography, street style, Travel Diaries IndiaTags: authors, black & white, books, diggi palace, jaipur, Jaipur Literature Festival, jlf, literature, omar hamilton, people of jlf, pink city, portrait photography, portraits, strangers, street style, sunita toor, writers, zeejlf 1 Comment

Shivan & Narresh-Autumn/Winter 18

Shivan & Narresh is India’s luxury beachwear brand.

Collection- #EdoMerSeries

Photographs by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore.

shivan and narresh-swimwear-indian designer-photographed by abhimanyu singh rathore-supermodel lakshmi rana — Supermodel **Lakshmi Rana**.

shivan and narresh-swimwear-indian designer-photographed by abhimanyu singh rathore -shirtless indian male model-hot model in swimwear — Beach Body.

shivan and narresh-swimwear-indian designer-photographed by abhimanyu singh rathore (13) — Backless Beauty.

shivan and narresh-swimwear-indian designer-photographed by abhimanyu singh rathore (8) — Sari Not Sorry.

shivan and narresh-swimwear-indian designer-photographed by abhimanyu singh rathore (11) — That Pose!

shivan and narresh-swimwear-indian designer-photographed by abhimanyu singh rathore (5) — Supermodel **Sapna Kumar**.

March 31, 2018March 31, 2018 by ishtailista Categories: accessories, aifw, amazon india fashion week, backstage, beachwear, fashion, fashion week, graphics, style, sunglasses style, swimwear, Travel Diaries India, trends, women in hatTags: aifw, aifwaw18, amazon india fashion week, backstage photography, beach wear, bralet, edo mer series, florals, garden of eden, holiday wear, models in swimwear, new delhi, prints, resort wear, sari, shirtless indian male model, shivan and narresh, sunglasses, swimsuits 1 Comment

Backstage-Bibi Russell-Rajasthan Heritage Week 2017

Shot at Rajasthan Heritage Week 2017

Designer- Bibi Russell

Show director-Prasad Bidapa

Photographs by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (21) — Supermodels together. **Lakshmi Rana** & **Sonalika Sahay**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (8) — Model-**Saagar Gera**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (2) — Model **Shweta Dolli**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (3) — Model **Adarsh Nair**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (11) — Supermodel **Rachel Bayros**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (10) — Model **Dev Paimal**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (22) — Mr.India **Prateek Jain**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (17) — Shoes with pom-pom details.

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (20) — Designer **Bibi Russell** giving final touches to the outfit on supermodel **Noyonika Chatterjee**.

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (13) — Supermodel **Sonalika Sahay**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (15) — Model **Nikhil**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (16) — Model **Diwakar Dua**.

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (9) — Mr India **Arry Dabas**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (4) — Model **Raksha Belliappa**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (6) — Model **Medha Rana**

Bibi Russell-rajasthan heritage week-gypsy-bohemian-turban-kohl eyes on men-khadiq-jaipur (18) — Model **Ashanti Singh**

December 26, 2017 by ishtailista Categories: accessories, backstage, Banjaran, beard, black & white photography, bohemian, Culture of India, fashion, fashion models, fashion photo story, fashion week, folk, hairstyle, indian kitsch, indian models, jaipur, Men Hairstyle, men of india, rajasthan, rajasthan heritage week, Rangeelo Rajasthan, rural women, sari, statement jewels, style, Travel Diaries India, trends, tribal women, women in whiteTags: accessories, bandana, bangles, bearded, Bibi russell, bindi, crafts, indian crafts, khadi, lakshmi rana, men in turban, men with kohl eyes, mr india, pom pom, prasad bidapa, rachel bayros, rajasthan tourism, rhw 2017, shoes, sonalika sahay, statement bindi, turban Leave a comment

Photo Series- Tribute to Weavers of Rajasthan

This photo series is dedicated to the hardworking weavers of Rajasthan. Celebrating the rare luxury of Rajasthan handwoven fabrics.

Usually, fashion shoots are about showcasing designer’s creation & idea but this one is special as it focuses on the beauty & luxury of Rajasthan’s Handloom which are beautifully created by the weavers from various villages of the state. I shot this photo series using vibrant backdrops of Diggi Palace, Jaipur. These photographs were shot minutes before the fashion show at Rajasthan Heritage Week. Rajasthan Heritage Week is one of a kind initiative by khadi board along with government of Rajasthan in partnership with Prasad Bidapa Associates. Supermodels Lakshmi Rana & Sonalika Sahay along with other top models posed wearing beautiful ensembles created by the weavers of Rajasthan. Anu Merton & Nirjal Basnet were the stylists & the draping technique was displayed by Aryan Naidu.

Photographs by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore.

Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed, Model- Shweta Dolli — **Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed**, Model- **Shweta Dolli**

Grameen Sansthan, Model- Sangeeta Gharu — **Grameen Sansthaan**, Model- **Sangeeta Gharu**

Mohammed Siddique, Model- Naina Khan — **Mohammed Siddique**, Model- **Naina Khan**

Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed , Model-Tamris — **Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed**, Model- **Tamris**

Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed, Model-Lisa — **Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed**, Model- **Elizaveta**

Faran Ansari, Model- Lakshmi Rana — **Faran Ansari**, Supermodel- **Lakshmi Rana**

Abdul Ghani, Model Sonalika Sahay — **Abdul Ghani**, Supermodel-**Sonalika Sahay**

Awdesh Kumar, Model- Medha Rana — **Awdesh Kumar**, Model- **Medha Rana**

Nasruddin Ansari, Model- Marcela — **Nasruddin Ansari**, Model- **Marcela**

Shahid, Model-Priyanka Khatri — **Shahid**, Model-**Priyanka Khatri**

Mohammed Siddique, Model Chandini — **Mohammed Siddique**, Model-**Chandini**

Abdul Ghani, Model- Shifali Arora — **Abdul Ghani**, Model- **Shifali Arora**

Nazar Bhai, Model-Ashanti — **Nazar Bhai**, Model-**Ashanti**

Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed (3) — **Ghayur and Abrar Ahmed**

December 18, 2017December 18, 2017 by ishtailista Categories: accessories, backstage, Banjaran, beautiful eyes, beauty, beauty editorial, fashion, fashion design, fashion show, fashion week, folk, hairstyle, indian handloom saree, indian kitsch, photography, Places to visit in Rajasthan, quirky, rajasthan, rajasthan heritage week, Rangeelo Rajasthan, rural women, sari, sari not sorry, style, Stylish women of India, Travel Diaries India, trends, tribal women, UncategorizedTags: colors, grameen sansthan, handmande in rajasthan, handwoven sari, indian crafts, indian fashion, indian women, jaipur fashion, kota doria, rajasthan heritage week, rhw 2017, saree, weavers of india, weavers of rajasthan, women in sari Leave a comment

Backstage- JJ Valaya- Spring/Summer 18

Amazon India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 18

Designer- JJ Valaya

Collection- The PUNJAB (Kapurthala)

Place- NSIC complex, New Delhi

Photographs by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (24) — Model **Hida** posing with **Aasttha Ssidana**.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (15) — Model **Erika Packard** (left) & **Saloni Khanna** (Right).

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (21) — Model **Shashi Bangari** with **Mili Soni**.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (18) — **The process**. Model **Mili Soni**.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (9) — Model **Sony Kaur** opened the grand show by JJ Valaya.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (5) — Supermodel **Lakshmi Rana**.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (16) — Model- **Klaudia Kováčová**

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (12) — Supermodel **Sucheta Sharma James**.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (8) — Model- Ashanti.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (13) — Model-Ikram Kebdani.

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (23) — Model **Mansi Kadian** & **Divya Mishra**

jj valaya-backstage-fashion week india-aifw-indian models-saree-indian wear-sunglasses-desi-new delhi (26) — **Happy ending**. Models posing happily with couturier **JJ Valaya**.

November 6, 2017November 6, 2017 by ishtailista Categories: accessories, aifw, amazon india fashion week, backstage, classic, fashion, fashion design, fashion models, fashion moments, fashion photo story, fashion show, fashion week, indian models, indian supermodels, sari, statement sunglasses, style, Stylish women of India, sunglasses style, Travel Diaries India, trendsTags: 25 years of jj valaya, aifw, aifwss18, amazon india fashion week, backstage photography, bridal, fashion design council of india, fashion week, fdci, glamour, indian bridal wear, indian fashion, indian jewelery, indian wear, indian weddings, jewelry design, jj valaya, kapurthala, luxury, new delhi, punjabi weddings, sunglasses with indian wear, vintage Leave a comment

Backstage-IISW-Highlights

The final day of India International Style Week season 2 was a complete fashion extravaganza. From veteran to upcoming designers the show had it all. Top models like Carol Gracias & Lakshmi Rana graced the runway with Bollywood actress Mugdha Godse as showstoppers. The show also saw vivid range of color palette in the collections, from Chirag Nainani‘s indigo to Gazal Mishra‘s pastels to Niharika Pandey‘s quirky take on vibrant tones. The show ended with a thanking note by show director Abhimanyu Singh Tomar with event director Akhilesh Agarwal & promised for another fashion carnival in upcoming month of this year.

Here are some of exclusive backstage pictures shot by me at the final day of the fashion week to give you all a closer look at the collections. Also have a look at the runway images shot officially by photographer Jiten Agarwal here on his page JPIC.in.

Text & photographs by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore.

Designer-Chirag Nainani

chirag Nainani-Jaipur-iisw 2017 collection (2) — Model **Akanksha Maurya**

chirag Nainani-Jaipur-iisw 2017 collection (4) — Model **Siddharth Vijaivargia**.

chirag Nainani-Jaipur-iisw 2017 collection (1) — Model **Priyanka Parashar**.

chirag Nainani-Jaipur-iisw 2017 collection (5) — Model **Siddharth** with **Dushyant Katewa**.

chirag Nainani-Jaipur-iisw 2017 collection (7) — Model **Kanchan**.

chirag Nainani-Jaipur-iisw 2017 collection (3) — Model-**Aishwarya Joshi**

Designer-Niharika Pandey

niharika pandey-quirky fashion-sequinned — Model Kanchan(left) & Monica (right).

niharika pandey (3) — Models- **Akanksha Maurya** with **Kanchan**.

niharika pandey (10) — Wild & untamed. Model **Aishwarya Joshi**

niharika pandey (4) — Model **Bhanu Priya**

Designer-Jaya Mishra

jaya mishra (2) — Royal & regal. Model **Dushyant Katewa**

jaya mishra -kolkata-lakme — Model **Preity Sinha** (left) & **Ishika Agnihotri** (right)

jaya mishra hh — Model **Akshay** (left) & **Ravi** (right)

Designer-Geet Vaishakh

Geet Vaishankh mishra-iisw-jaipur fashion-indigo (4) — Model **Devika Das**.

Geet Vaishankh mishra-iisw-jaipur fashion-indigo (2) — Model **Anjana**.

Designer-Antara Goswami

Designer-Anshu Raja Jain

Designer-Gazal Mishra

gazal mishra-iisw (1) — Model **Priyanka Khatri**.

August 17, 2017August 17, 2017 by ishtailista Categories: accessories, backstage, beauty, black & white photography, bohemian, Culture of India, fashion, fashion models, fashion moments, fashion people, fashion photo story, fashion show, fashion week, indian models, indian supermodels, jaipur, male models india, men in style, men of india, photography, quirky, rajasthan, statement jewels, style, Travel Diaries India, trends, UncategorizedTags: anshu raja jain, backstage fashion, backstage photography, bridal wear, chirag nainani, desi, ekang events, gazal mishra, iisw, iisw season 2, india international style week, indian jewelery, indian wear, jaipur, jaipur fashion, jaya mishra, jewelery, niharika pandey, sequinned Leave a comment

Tourism Chic-Street Style India

Tourism chic has emerged as one of the biggest trends as far the recent european fashion weeks are concerned. Seems like ‘being unfashionable’ is the latest style on the runway. Whether it’s the classic khakis, colorful hawaiian shirts teamed up with flip flops or the casual travel ready look, the fashion inspiration for most of the recent spring/summer 18 catwalk shows especially in menwear seems like inspired by this new trend.

I have been photographing tourists on the streets of Rajasthan for quite some time now as I find the clothes they put up as interesting & sometimes extremely stylish. More or less this style is definitely a stand-out one. So here are some of the trends I spotted on the local streets of Jaipur & Pushkar.

Photographs by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore.

colorful shirt-hawaiian style-tourism chic- pushkar-street style — The loose fitted Hawaiian shirts are very common among tourists visiting India especially Rajasthan.

Bohemian Bag-jhola-street style india-colors — For an effortless bohemian look this local street bag is must. Also it allows you to carry so much of stuff while travelling, so it makes sense.

sunglasses-tourism chic- pushkar-street style — Beat the heat with these statement pairs of sunglasses.

Tribal inspired-hippies on streets of pushkar-street style — This look is definitely not for the faint-hearted.

When east meets west, the style magic happens instantly.

Tourists in hat -jaipur-street style — The common accessories spotted on the streets of Rajasthan, includes hats & scarves for women & stack bracelets for men.

Desi chic-firangs in kurta-style-tourism chic- pushkar-street style-bollywood — Reminds me of *“Jis Desh Mein Ganga Rehta Hai”*.

Indigo skirts-jaipur-street style — The power of color indigo, as it gets mixed with any style without making it visually loud.

kitschy jaipur skirts-street style-rajasthan tourism-firangs-tourist — For an instant standout look, opt for kitschy colorful skirts which are easily available on the local streets of Jaipur.

Men in Tshirt & shorts-street style india-tourism chic-trends 2017 — The classic T-shirt with shorts look is still very common on the streets.

July 27, 2017July 27, 2017 by ishtailista Categories: accessories, Banjaran, beautiful eyes, bohemian, bollywood, fashion, folk, graphics, hairstyle, Hippie Culture, indian kitsch, jaipur, jewellery, men in style, photography, Places to visit in Rajasthan, pushkar fair, rajasthan, Rangeelo Rajasthan, street style, street style india, style, sunglasses style, Travel Diaries India, trends, wanderlustTags: bohemian, bollywood style, firangs, Gypsy, indigo, laid back style, local streets of jaipur, men in jewelry, menswear, namaste, pushkar, rajasthan tourism, skirts, spring summer 18 menswear, street shopping, street style jaipur, topical prints, tourism chic, tourism india, trends 2017, tribal jewelry Leave a comment

Style Diaries-Madame Hall

Lisa Hall is the name behind the bespoke quirky label ‘Madame Hall’ whose collection was showcased this year at Lakme Fashion Week. It was her personal instagram account which inspired me to do this photo story. I don’t really adhere the conventional idea of fashion where it changes with seasons as I feel it should be more about self-expression & how you feel rather than what people think. Lisa’s idea of fashion & style is also kind of similar as she’s not into following regular trends but always curious to create what she feels like. Her choice of colors, patterns, prints & materials is truly one of a kind just like her personal story. Lisa is from Sydney, Australia & now she is living in Bhuj from past 5 years as she fell in love with the textiles & embroideries of Kutch. Unlike other western designers who travel to India in search of inspiration & fabrics, Lisa is here to stay.

For this photo story I wanted to shoot in the streets of Bhuj using the old broken doors & rust like backdrops of Aina Mahal which is very close to Lisa’s design studio made a perfect backdrop for shooting her colorful bohemian clothes. Lisa curated & styled each look for this story. She has fabulous eye for details & penchant for traditional gujarati jewels which beautifully blends with her designs. Lisa always happily poses wearing her designs & her instagram account is full of that, visual treat for all boho lovers.

To know more about her label Madame Hall & details about her latest collection visit www.madamehall.com

Photographs & text by Abhimanyu Singh Rathore