India, Oct. 19 -- Indian craft took on a sharper, more urban edge in Pawan Sachdevaa's RECAST, presented at Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI at Taj Palace on October 17. The collection explored the space between heritage and modernity, bringing traditional techniques into a wardrobe shaped by relaxed tailoring, utility dressing and gender-fluid silhouettes.

Heritage textiles such as bandhani, shibori, kasuti and kantha found new expression across denim, kala cotton khadi, matka silk and boucle. Structured jackets, fluid trousers, oversized coats and workwear-inspired separates set the tone, while acid washes, ombre dyeing and natural colours added texture and depth. A palette of indigo, ecru, black and mustard kept the looks g...