Behind the Scenes: How I Bring Your Designs to Life
From fabric sourcing to the final fitting, here is a look at how I create your custom outfits at Alankar Designer Studio.
In this video, I walk you through the creation of a lavender lehenga. I explain how I sourced the hand-worked fabric online and had the pure crepe custom-dyed to achieve the perfect trendy color for this multi-layered design.
This video shows how I handled a last-minute order for a reception gown. I discuss sourcing the navy blue sequin fabric and working late to finish the dress, showing the dedication that goes into every single client's outfit.
Here, I explain the technical work behind creating a voluminous red ball gown. You can see the process of cutting the fabric into strips and creating small pleats to build the massive, multi-layered skirt.
In this clip, I break down the design of a plus-size friendly Indo-Western gown. I explain how using 10 meters of georgette and adding an attached dupatta helps create a flattering silhouette that provides coverage and confidence.
About Behind the Scenes: My Design Process
When I work on a gown, I don’t just stitch fabric together. I focus on the internal structure—the can-can, the layering, and the fusing—that gives an outfit its movement and life. Whether it’s dyeing crepe to match a specific shade or sourcing unique lace for a plus-size silhouette, my process is entirely about making the garment fit your body, not forcing your body to fit the garment.
My Design Process: Transparency from Start to Finish
I believe you deserve to know exactly how your outfit is made. When you come to me with a vision, whether it’s a Pinterest reference or a feeling you want to capture, my process involves a few key steps to ensure you walk away feeling confident.
Fabric Sourcing & Custom Dyeing Sometimes the local market doesn't have the specific shade or quality I need. For instance, with a recent lavender lehenga, I sourced the base fabric online because I couldn't find the exact match locally. I then had the pure crepe custom-dyed to achieve the precise trendy hue the client wanted. I’d rather put in the extra legwork to get the material right than compromise on the final look.
Building the Structure Volume doesn't happen by accident. If you see a gown of mine with a massive flair, know that there is a lot of work hidden underneath. For red ball gowns, I use up to 35 meters of net, satin, and crepe. I cut these into precise strips, create small, uniform pleats, and attach them to a separate can-can layer. This allows the gown to maintain its shape throughout your event.
Fitting for Every Body I am passionate about making fashion inclusive. For my plus-size Indo-Western gowns, I use specific techniques—like strategic placement of lace borders and using 10+ meters of georgette—to create a silhouette that offers both coverage and definition. By cinching the waist and allowing the fabric to flow, I ensure you feel comfortable and empowered, never restricted.
I share these details because I want you to trust the person behind the needle. When you see the hard work and technical effort that goes into every stitch, you understand that your outfit is more than just clothing; it is a memory I am helping you create.
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