The Rohini Shaman
An eclectic couture collection diving into the ancient & mystical. Inspired by the spiritual and mystical practices of ancient civilizations, indigenous craft and ancient artifacts are mixed with masterful draping to create pure couture masterpieces.
THE DREAMCATCHER
The Dreamcatcher Dress embodies an evocative blend of ethereal elegance and bold structural design. At its forefront, the dress boasts a striking combination of soft, lustrous pleated silk organza in serene white and yellow hues, set against the assertive, armour-like character of a hand-painted silk organza and buckram collar, meticulously crafted to ensure a captivating juxtaposition. The hand painted collar is an artistic vision displaying a cut-out of 3D characters and unique images inspired from the surrealist automatic drawings of André Masson and brought to life through the illustrations of Angelo Fair. Transitioning to the rear, the dress reveals a masterfully draped dusty pink silk gazar back, executed in a lavish baroque style, from which a multi-layered pink and white tulle bustle emerges, engineered to produce a breath-taking dramatic silhouette. The piece’s whimsicality is heightened by the bustle’s adornment array of black tulle polka dots, each hand-embroidered and adorned with sequins to conjure the image of a UFO approaching a city, encapsulating a narrative as intricate and captivating as the dress itself. The look is paired with a teal ostrich leg arm sleeve.
THE GROTTO DRESS
The Grotto Dress embodies a grandeur fusion of baroque dynamism and prehistoric artistry, presenting a luxurious draped silhouette enriched with hand-painted and hand-embroidered motifs inspired by ancient cave paintings, and a distinctive Ice Age relic of a wooly rhino tooth that serves as its centerpiece. Its front composition reveals a tranquil sea of white silk gazar, offset by vibrant electric blue tulle accents in the back, achieving a seemingly simplistic yet complex visual effect. This material choice not only amplifies the garment’s aesthetic appeal but also enhances its structural integrity. Transitioning to the rear, the dress forsakes conventional closures in favor of an elegantly twisted and braided tulle arrangement, providing both form and function while eliminating the need for a zipper. The back further distinguishes itself with elaborate cave art depictions, including hand-painted cut-out appliques of early humans and a striking primal cow motif, the latter of which is dramatically adorned with a wooden and feathered bow, amidst a vivid embroidery of spilling blood. This intricate combination of elements not only showcases exceptional craftsmanship but also evokes the profound narrative and mystical allure of ancient civilizations.
THE ELISHEBA DRESS
The Elisheba dress, celebrates the female form through its unique design and ravishing materials. The dress features a gentle polka dot silk tulle in earth white on one flank, gracefully hand pleated and draped to accentuate and harmonize with the body’s natural curves, underscoring the garment’s dedication to flattering the silhouette with precision and artistry. Conversely, the choice of chocolate brown silk gazar for the right side introduces a striking visual contrast, draped in the opulent baroque style, thereby imbuing the piece with a sense of grandeur and dramatic flair. The exquisite embellishment of a quartz crystal breastplate on the front of the dress and vintage French Cuvettes and transparent sequins, on the lower region of the white tulle, adds a layer of nuanced elegance and intricate detail, showcasing the designer’s commitment to craftsmanship and the elevation of traditional techniques.
THE IATROMANTIS
The Iatromantis Dress embodies the essence of Hellenistic refinement and shamanistic enigma, presenting a fusion of both worlds through its mysterious design. Crafted from serene royal blue silk jersey, this full-length garment hypnotises with its fluid drapery and subtle nods to mysticism. The dress is intricately accentuated with pink and black tulle polka dots, skilfully pieced together using overcast stitches, a technique that not only secures the fabric but also adds a dimensional texture to the ensemble. A distinctive feature of this attire is the black plume ostrich feather crown that graces the neck and face area, adding a layer of indigenous royalty. This element not only contributes to the garment’s secretive allure but also serves as a statement of luxury and haute couture. The inclusion of Maybach hubcap epaulets. add to this luxury and one of a kind feel of the dress.
THE DOGON DRESS
The Dogon motif piece integrates the vibrant soul of indigenous African art, thoughtfully reimagined to serve as a couture adornment. This ensemble is created from a khaki green silk crepe, designed to drape the form in a full-length silhouette accented by a tasteful front leg slit for an added element of sexiness. What sets this piece apart is the fine artistry of scenic layers of hand-painted and hand stitched green silk organza leaves, further complemented by a luxuriously rich purple velvet shawl, reminiscent of a back drape, that introduces a dimension of opulent texture and color contrast. The portrayal of the leaf scene is a powerful display of craftmanship; it presents a hand-painted and hand-embroidered depiction of a pygmy man adorned in a war mask, a direct nod to Angelo Fair’s distinctive artworks. This colorful handwork, inspired by the enchanting paintings of Chagall, infuses the garment with a spellbinding narrative and depth, rendering it a masterpiece of wearable art that bridges traditional African motifs with contemporary fashion sensibilities.
THE FATHER TIME JACKET
The Father Time Jacket represents a wonder of sartorial genius, merging historical opulence with modern tailoring techniques to create a garment of unparalleled complexity and meaning. On one side, the sculpted white silk gazar in baroque style contrasts dramatically with the unfinished Nero black tailored wool on the other, symbolizing the dichotomy between creation and deconstruction. The jacket’s centerpiece, a plaster sculpture of Fair’s face with on side covered in hand painted silk organza is embellished with luxury watch faces from Baume & Mercier. The whole look embodies a pure fusion of art and horology. This art piece is further accentuated by hand-painted satin tape on the lapels, bearing the title of Nostradamus’s ‘Les Prophesies’ and the date of his last quatrain, weaving a narrative of prophetic significance into the fabric of the design. The jacket’s construction defies traditional design, opting instead for a laced back instead of a center back seam making it a touch risqué. Moreover, the visible canvas and hand-padded lapels on the tailored side, adorned with hand-basted threads, demonstrate an exceptional level of craftsmanship, underscoring the garment’s couture pedigree.
THE PLEIADES DRESS
The Pleiades Dress, a visionary creation that embodies the ethos of `Hellenistic artistry, showcases a blend of form, fabric, and fantastical elements. Composed of crisp white silk taffeta and mint green silk tulle, this garment drapes gracefully, tracing the figure from the chest to the side of the waist, with pleats that cascade forward, concluding elegantly around the ankle. Its silhouette, comparable to a mythical sculpture, is elevated by the addition of a hand-embroidered blue bird. This emblem, adorned with genuine taxidermy wings and a luxurious coque tail, lies close to the heart, symbolizing a fusion of natural beauty with haute couture. The craftsmanship extends to the silk tulle, which has been ingeniously pleated, knotted, and twisted over the body, showcasing an unparalleled level of skill and creativity.
THE AMUN DRES
The Amun Dress represents a confluence of historic and modern workmanship, encapsulating timeless beauty through its design. The choice of sun-kissed gold-colored silk satin, draped in the revered Greco-Roman style, not only pays homage to the splendour of ancient civilizations but also highlights the garment’s luxurious appeal. The intricacy of the design is further accentuated by the innovative use of a dynamic cowl formation that stylishly covers the left arm and shoulder, introducing a sense of movement and fluidity similar to classical statuary. The addition of an abstract basket weave pattern bodice cut from purple and lilac silk organza and assembled with precise hand-overcast stitches, infuses the dress with a modern artistic expression. This dress, in its entirety, demonstrates fine attention to detail and the profound understanding of historical and aesthetic values.
THE CHAAC DRESS
The Chaac Dress represents an exquisite amalgamation of contemporary fashion and ancient Mayan mythology, epitomizing the power and mystery of the revered God of thunder, Chaac. Fashioned with a keen eye to detail, this dress features a base of midnight black stiff tulle, pleated and sculpted to drape chicly around the form. Adding a dynamic contrast is the luxurious oceanic blue silk satin, its baroque-style drape adding a fluid, dramatic quality to the garment. Central to the dress’s style is a striking black tourmaline crystal, enshrined in gold aluminium that not merely decorates but transforms into a modern interpretation of Chaac’s visage—an artistic sculpture that adds a profound depth to the piece. The ensemble is further elaborated with hand-painted silk organza elements—circular and rectangular motifs for eyes, a square for an ear adorned with a pearl earring, and a craftly hand-embroidered mouth and nose in a distinctive drip-drop style—each contributing to a cohesive visual narrative that is both painterly and symbolically rich. With its mix of artistic craftsmanship and mythological inspiration, the Chaac Dress is not just a garment but a testament to the enduring influence of ancient culture in contemporary haute couture.