GUWAHATI: Assamese fashion designer Sanjukta Dutta is poised to make a mark at the prestigious 77th Cannes Film Festival with her exquisite Mekhela Chador creations.
Dutta will grace the red carpet of the coveted film festival on May 25, adorned in her own distinctive garments, alongside supermodels Mirka Oktavia Hendro and Valeriya Hjertenaes, who will showcase her creations.
Expressing her excitement for Cannes 2024, Dutta shared that she is thrilled about this year’s theme for Cannes.
“The excitement is palpable, and it’s an honour to showcase my collection at such a prestigious event,” she told a national news agency.
Highlighting the alignment between the theme and her design philosophy, Dutta added that this year’s theme resonates deeply with her design philosophy.
“It is allowing me to explore the rich heritage of Indian craftsmanship while pushing the boundaries of contemporary fashion,” added the designer, who hails from Nagaon.
Delving into the inspiration behind her creations for Cannes, Dutta highlighted her endeavour to bring Assam’s culture and roots to an international platform.
She reiterated that the theme has provided a perfect canvas to blend traditional elements with modern aesthetics, creating pieces that are not only visually stunning but also tell a profound story.
Anticipation runs high for Dutta as she envisions her designs coming to life on the red carpet.
She emphasized the celebration of art, culture, and innovation, expressing eagerness to showcase her designs to the world.
Dutta’s journey of bringing her vision to life has been nothing short of exhilarating.
Dutta’s illustrious career has seen her designs grace prominent fashion events worldwide, including Milan, Paris, and New York Fashion Weeks.
Notably, her Assamese silk gown was worn by “Top Model UK” winner Ingrida Ilgine at Cannes in 2019, garnering international acclaim.
In 2023, models Ingrida Ilgine and Marika Howard donned outfits from Dutta’s atelier on the Cannes red carpet, further solidifying Dutta’s standing in the global fashion arena.
With a clientele that includes Bollywood luminaries such as Priyanka Chopra, Malaika Arora, Sonakshi Sinha, and many others, Dutta’s journey as a fashion maven continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
