The year has just begun and fashion aficionados in Mumbai are already on the look out for the best in haute mode. On January 12 and 13, ITC Grand Hotel, Parel in Mumbai will be the hotspot venue for TRENDS 2012, a platform for professional and creative women to showcase their talent and stylish offerings. From beautiful accessories to chic apparel, the designers will present their collections on both days at the venue.

An initiative by the Bombay chapter of FLO and the brainchild of members Neelam Miglani, Malti Jain, Sucheta Shah and Vinita Bimbhet, the idea is to bring the latest trends in fashion on stage. Some eminent presidents of FLO include the founder president, Indu Jain, Shobhana Bhartia, Usha Krishna, Namita Gautam and Kiran Gera. “One of the key challenges towards educating the girl child is the lack of amenities in schools. It is towards this that FLO- Bombay Chapter is using its unique position. Trends 2012 brings the best of fashion with a purpose,” says Vinita Bimbhet.

Many designers and creative minds are on show. Amongst the spectrum of offerings, the event will unveil pearl jewellery from Akiko Pearls & Jewels by Sharmilee Shroff, contemporary Indian jewellery from Isharya by Radhika and Gauri Tandon and trendy accessories from Azeem Khan by Sameena Khan. Also showing at the extravaganza are Anjalika Kriplani, Simar Dugal, Pooja Naheta, Ambika Gupta and many more. The perfect time to shop and splurge.

About FLO
FLO is the women’s wing of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the apex body of industry and commerce in India. It aims at promoting entrepreneurship and professional excellence in women. FLO has organised many events and exhibitions since its conception to promote the work of women in different walks of life.

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