Vastra Shobha - annual exhibition by Shobha Deepak Singh

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Her clientele boasts of A-list celebs from across the globe. Meet Shobha Deepak Singh,u00a0 leading designer as she readies for the current version of her annual exhibitionu00a0Vastra Shobha. This year's edition offering authentic saris, duppatas and jewellery kickstarts today. Here's a curtain raiser.

Blue belle: Feroze Gujral poses in a net sari with Benarasi border designed by Shobha Deepak Singh

Desi chic: "I realised that there is a niche market for authentic jewellery and clothes and through this yearly affair I try to cater to this requirement," begins Singh. The exclusive collection conceptualised and designed by her includes traditional saris like Benarsi, Gujarati, Parsee, Rajasthani and South Indian. This apart, there will be a host of contemporary drapes on view. Those looking for teaming their kurtas and tops with dupattas, several numbers in summery huesu00a0like lavender, pistachio and peachu00a0are on offer.

Jewel well: Those who fancy antique jewellery will have no dearth of options here. An exquisite array of necklaces, bangles and earrings in semi precious stones like tourmaline, rose quartz, turquoise, amethyst, peridot, pearl and silver plated gold will be on display. All the pieces are extremely light and have been designed keeping in mind the scorching Delhi heat.

"When it comes to design, I make sure no two pieces are alike. This way, I maintain exclusivity for my clients," signs off Singh.