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# Black & White Portraits: Defining Your Personal Style

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By [Shweta Nandakumar](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar) · Visit Design Studio in Banashankari, Bengaluru · ₹6,500 per blouse (estimate)

Part of [Custom & Bespoke Fashion Design](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/gallery)

Stripping away color to focus on attitude. My black and white series isn't just about photography; it is a study in silhouette, confidence, and owning your style.

## Photos and videos

- ![A classic black and white portrait in a simple black gown. Creativity and vibe can never be copied.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9627c37f-a7b2-42df-bfd5-f10b76075c32)
- ![Another shot from my "Original is worth more than a copy" series, in a black cocktail gown.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/59f42418-d199-4cdd-8ef2-4f5b8a6a3bc0)
- ![A dramatic, low-angle black and white shot from my 'Black Magic' series.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1223b754-e4b1-4ae3-b872-ea78747ce2a9)
- ![A seated portrait in a black gown, exuding confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/985fb83b-91d5-4e9d-8b7e-1f7eea092056)
- ![True confidence has no room for jealousy. A powerful B&W shot from a studio session.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a26dd341-9c2f-4d47-b7e4-eaee5f999b07)
- ![Another look from the 'Black Magic' series, focusing on a pensive mood and strong lines.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6586ba3e-c82d-4673-9b7a-1a0763302c55)
- ![A black and white portrait capturing a soft, smiling expression in a modern-draped saree.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1c5086c-34e9-469c-9236-cf3e5dad38d7)

## About Black & White Portraits

People often ask why I put so much effort into these portraits. The truth is simple: if you don’t feel confident in your own skin, the best outfit in the world won’t save you. When I design a garment for you, I’m not just picking fabric; I’m designing how you stand, how you move, and the presence you bring into a room.

### Beyond the Trends

Color is easy. Anyone can follow a trend, wear a bright color, and call it fashion. But black and white? It forces you to look at the craft. The cut of a blouse, the drape of a saree, the structure of a gown—it all has to be perfect because there’s nothing to hide behind. That’s why I am obsessed with this aesthetic.

I’m not here to churn out mass-produced clothing. When you visit my studio in Banashankari, we don’t talk about what’s popular on Instagram this week. We talk about what makes *you* tick. Whether it’s a custom cocktail gown, a structured Bandhgala, or that statement back-design blouse you’ve been dreaming of, the goal is always the same: authenticity.

### How We Create Your Look

My process starts with a 30-minute consultation. We look at your personality, your event, and your comfort. I source the fabrics, we do the fittings, and we make adjustments until it feels like it was always yours. 

If you are tired of the copy-paste culture in fashion and want something that screams 'you,' let’s chat. You bring the vision, and I will make sure the execution matches the vibe.

## About Shweta Nandakumar

I’m Shweta, and I don't do boring. I believe your clothes should be an extension of your attitude. I’m here to help you stop blending in and start dressing like you mean it.

[See all of Shweta Nandakumar's services](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar)

## More from Custom & Bespoke Fashion Design by Shweta Nandakumar

- [Featured](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/featured)
- [Statement Blouse Designs](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/statement-blouse-designs)
- [Navratri & Dandiya Nights](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/navratri-dandiya-nights)
- [Elegant Sarees & Drapes](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/elegant-sarees-drapes)
- [Glamorous Gowns & Party Wear](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/glamorous-gowns-party-wear)
- [Sangeet & Wedding Guest Attire](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/sangeet-wedding-guest-attire)
- [Festive Celebrations](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/festive-celebrations)
- [The Design Process & Studio Life](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/the-design-process-studio-life)
- [Client Love](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/client-love)
- [My Event Diary](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/custom-bespoke-fashion-design/my-event-diary)

## More services by Shweta Nandakumar

- [Personal Styling & Fashion Consultancy](https://mytribe.in/shwetha_nandakumar/personal-styling-fashion-consultancy)

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