Ajun's
Khanna's return to India in 1989 evoked a major change in
his approach to fashion. Graduating from the American College
of fashion in London, Art has always been his first love -
the only subject he excelled in since childhood. What followed
were a course at the Blackheath College of Art in London and
a photographic course from Pillia's school of photography.
He
started off with what he felt to be a challenge -'Men's wear
'. His first collection was aimed at a limited audience -
men's western wear featuring the Oxford look followed by the
Dick Tracy line of 30s and 40s. "It was a period when
I designed for my own satisfaction and my clothes were wild
and at that time unwearable."
Starting
with a mens line at Ensemble' Arjun has spread his collection
to Vama in Mumbai and Santoshti in Delhi. It shows so clearly
his eye for detail. He has designed for Padamsee's production
'Begam Sumroo' and styled for the winners of the 'Graviera
contest.
Garments
with clean styling and cut, embroidery used judiciously and
a good finish make an Arjun ensemble. Experiments with trends
have always interested him. His silhouettes vary without prior
warning. The garments appeal is not restricted to its outer
appearance only. The lining of the garment plays a major role
so do the seams hems fusing and the internal mechanisms.
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