collection sheet 2011
October 8th, 2011AUGUST 2011
SORBET SPLASH
For Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2011
Wendell Rodricks brings to Blenders Pride a zesty Sorbet Splash collection of loungewear destined to scorch like the sizzling sands of Goa. Blended into a feni cocktail are lime green, chilli tomato, hot fuchsia, white, black iron ore and curaçao blue to create a heady festive emotion. Against a backdrop of lazy Latin cha cha and Parisian blues spliced with Goan rave and Carnival Stomp, DJ Troy has blended a fine sorbet of delicious music. Coupled with clothes that are at all times hot, fluid, comfy, body hugging, flirt, sensual, breezy, lounge, resort and totally Wendell Rodricks, the Wendell Rodricks Sorbet Splash collection is Blenders Prides shimmery tribute to a stunning festive season. Get out the ice, the spike and the juice to blend, shake and stir to enjoy the best Sorbet Splash at Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2011.
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HIMALAYAN LIVE NATURAL
For Lakme Fashion Week, Winter/Festive 2011
Wendell Rodricks creates a soothing, natural, sparkling, rippling collection based on Himalayan natural, spring water. The yogic calm of the majestic and spiritual Himalayan mountains is translated at every level employing natural dyes, natural fibres and the close to nature style of Wendell Rodricks creating a collection of silent elegance. Mountain river bed pebbles and cracked wooden beads and twigs are strung into natural accessories. Footwear is designed by Wendell Rodricks in nude and blush pink tones covered in fragile lace. Welcome to the Himalayan Live Natural Collection by Wendell Rodricks at Lakme Fashion Week.
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FIAMA DI WILLS AQUA PULSE presents MOONLIGHT BEACH
For Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week, Spring / Summer 2012
Wendell Rodricks brings to Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week the flavour of the rock years of the 60s and 70s when Goa hosted the famous moonlit beach parties. Titled “Moonlight Beach”, the collection is a reflection of all the rock decandace of a very special period. Infusing the collection with high voltage energy is a palette of whites, blues, magenta and black in a variety of cottons, linen and silk. Playing with volume, androgyny and a signature fluid style, Wendell Rodricks Moonlight Beach is a unique celebration of an era that was both decadent and innocent for the flower children who were fortunate to enjoy the blooming of the age of Aquarius.
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Collection Sheet – 2010
October 29th, 2010August 2010
EYE CANDY
For Seagram’s Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2010.
Wendell Rodricks conjours for Blenders Pride an eye candy collection which is what todays fashion looks are all about. The Wendell Rodricks Eye Candy Collection for Blenders Pride is a visit to a candy shop. Bright candy tones in delicious hues are sobered with elegant steel grey and burnt cocoa brown.
The focus is on bright colour with a cocktail lounge mood. Crisp linens, butter soft jerseys and sensual silks create a sexy line up of resort glamour. The famed simplistic cuts, complex drapes and easy lounge quality of India’s Guru of Minimalism shines through in every garment. Resorting to minimal shine and sequin, the designer plays with colour and tone in a young, playful mood in a fashion world where lounge parties are king and candy colurs flavour the cocktail bar. Welcome to the Candy Shop!
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TENGO ARGENTINA
For Van Heusen Mens Fashion Week 2010.
Inspired by the macho Gauchos of the South American Pampas plains and the music and dance in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Wendell Rodricks creates his first ever all mens fashion showing in a 22 year career. Unveiled on 28th August 2010 at Van Heusen India Mens Fashion Week, the Wendell Rodricks Tango Argentina collection combines the masculine looks of the Gaucho cowboys with the slick feminity of the tango dance. Using a palette of red, white and black, Wendell Rodricks mixes cotton, silk and wool with a Latino flavour. Smooth textures clash with sheer tones, layered looks blend with sharp silhouettes and the tango of Argentina moves centrestage in this collection which is a tribute to the romance and ingenuity of the Argentinean Tango and the vibrancy and beauty of Buenos Aires.
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October 2010
THE KUNBI TRIBE
For Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week, Spring/Summer 2011
The Wendell Rodricks Kunbi Tribe collection for Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week is the fruit of many years of research and a catalyst to revive the art of Kunbi weaving in the state of Goa. Marginalised by main stream society, denounced to the lowest rung of the caste ladder and used today for dancing entertainment, the Kunbis deserve to be addressed as the original inhabitants of the land.
Since July 2009, Wendell Rodricks has begun a grassroot campaign to revive the Kunbi sari in a designer avtaar. Sourcing weavers and looms was a daunting task. The collection is a result of many months of labour and has resulted in a fabulous collection of ethnicity and moderning. Expertly mixing cotton and silk, woven and knitted textures, the Wendell Rodricks Kunbi Tribe collection is a celebration of revivalism. Goa finally takes it’s place along the other celebrated saris of India with this path breaking, tribal empowering collection.
Collection Sheet – 2009
March 5th, 2010 
THE MONDRIAN MINIMALIST
For Lakme Fashion Week, Autum/Winter 2009
Pieter Cornelis Mondrian, born in the Netherlands in 1872, dominated his canvas with squares, lines, blocks of primary colours and black grids. Despite little recognition in his life, after his death in 1944, his work became the inspiration for Op Art and influenced décor, architecture, painting and fashion.
As homage to the life of Yves Saint Laurent and the art of Piet Mondrian, Wendell Rodricks presents The Mondrian Minimalist for Westside. In stark black and white, Wendell Rodricks skillfully blends form, texture, construction and fluid forms in Mondrian’s horizontal v/s vertical philosophy. Indulging in the artists colourful expression only for the accessories and the sole sari at the finale. The Wendell Rodricks Mondrian Minimalist for Westside proves that clothing created in a rural Goan setting with international art and couture references can transcend into urban prêt wearability for India. The lines of art, couture and prêt blur in this unique collection skillfully accessorised with Mondrian inspired shoes, bags and jewels.
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The Earth Goddess Collection
For Kolkata Fashion Week, Kolkata.
Seven years ago an NGO began working with the tribals who lived on the foothills of the Amboli Ghats bordering Goa, Karnataka and Maharashtra. An NGO distributed free gas for cooking and encouraged the villagers to plant saplings which could be harvested for natural dyes.
The Wendell Rodricks Earth Goddess collection uses coarse handspun cotton, viscose jersey and silk. Garments are dyed with guava leaf, pomegranate, rice konji, local plants and indigo. The dyes are machine washable, UV light resistant and anti bacterial.
Using referrals of old Indian garment shapes, a Goan resort flavour and his signature minimalist style, India’s Guru of Minimalism creates styles and silhouettes that worship the Earth Goddess in subdued hues of olive, dark green ,pale grey, dusty earth, khaki and chalk white.
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BOSSA NOVA
Lakme Fashion Week, Spring/Summer 2010
Wendell Rodricks at Westside brings to Lakme Fashion Week a sensual rhythm and fluid melody based on Brazil’s languid, lounge style music : Bossa Nova.
Imagine Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro at sunset. As the sun fades into grey dusk, flashes of colour light up the clouds. In this atmosphere of sensual suntanned bodies ending in bright nail and lip colour, Brazilians approach the night in a flirty, torrid mood where Samba and thronged sandals need little more than a Bossa Nova musical repertoire to set the scene.
Using hints of dark dusk, smouldering tans, bronzen bodies and flashes of brilliant colour, Wendell Rodricks creates for Westside a collection based on an abstraction of a music the world calls Bossa Nova.
Blending sensual jerseys, crisp linens, floaty silks and cool eco cottons, the Wendell Rodricks Bossa Nova collection is a tribute to a unique land, people and music that continues to relax the world with it’s laidback sensual vibe. Viva Bossa Nova !!
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THE CUBIST COLLECTION
Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week, Spring/Summer 2010
endell Rodricks returns to Delhi after a prolonged hiatus with The Cubist collection; which speaks of the modernity and visionary translation of the original Cubism artists at the dawn of the last century around 1906.
In this collection, Wendell Rodricks looks at fabric and form through the Cubist eye. The sole print in the collection features square edged sea horses spouting cube shaped “air bubbles” in water. The silver seahorse jewellery has been handcrafted by Bangalore based Nisha Mathew Gosh. Wendell Rodricks weaves together linens of the finest gauze, georgettes as light as a cloud, eco viscose knits and butter soft silks to create a line of garments that move on the breeze. The palette includes his signature whites, azure blue, earth red, Indian orange and fuschia pink. Treated to the famed Wendell Rodricks silhouette, styling and fabric treatment, the Wendell Rodricks Cubist collection is a fitting opening collection for Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week, Spring / Summer 2010.
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ON A WING
The Wendell Rodricks collection for Chivas Studio, Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai.
Wendell Rodricks sources inspiration from birds on a wing. Graceful swoops, plunging dives and fluttering movements provide inspiration for a line of creative garments that are flights of fancy but anchored in reality.
These are garments to dream on…Layered with feathered strokes and breezy fabrics that float, the Wendell Rodricks ON A WING collection for Chivas Studio is in the designers favourite colour : white. Using a variety of fabrics from cotton and silk to paper and latex the designer plays with the unconventional. In a creative studio frame of mind, the accent is on line and form without the harness of practicality. Yet the resulting garments are wearable: outside the realm of the imaginative accessories.
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Collection Sheet – 2008
March 5th, 2010
MERCEDEZ FASHION TOUR 2008
Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Pune.
The Wendell Rodricks Collection for Mercedes Benz is a tribute to fashion and style, sleek looks and practicality, performance and precision. It applies to both clothing and a great car renowned worldwide for setting international standards of excellence, comfort and style.
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TROPICAL ISLAND
Grand Finale, Lakme Fashion Week Summer 2008, NCPA, Mumbai.
The Wendell Rodricks Tropical Island collection for Lakme Summer 2008 Grand Finale is a tribute to the urban woman with an island spirit. In his minimalist style, Wendell Rodricks created clothes that address and flatter various body shapes. Using the islands of the world as inspiration, the collection used birds, butterflies and fish in Matisse shapes and a colour vibe of Yves Saint Laurent in the 1970s.
New in this Lakme Grand Finale 2008 are crinkled wave scarves, batik hand painted seamed sarongs, seamless ribbon and elastic mesh dresses, Matisse foam skirts and accessories. Button insert, petal shaped lycra surface embellishment and layered trapeze line tunics. New to the Wendell Rodricks signature style is a celebration of colour, youthful energy and colourful vibrancy of a woman whose heart forever lives on a tropical island.
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ECO-GOA ROOM
At Wendell Rodricks Design Space, Campal.
Wendell Rodricks Our ECO-GOA room is about nature. The fabrics are woven and dyed and sewn in small villages. Feel your skin breathe with nature in these clothes. Ignore the weave “flaws”. They are the fingerprints of village hands and minds. Your support to wear nature directly affects the tribals we work with. They used to burn firewood, cut trees and ruin our forests…… to survive ! The forests were depleted. The animals fled. Tribals got asthma and eye problems due to the wood smoke. The tribals were given free gas cylinders and encouraged to plant trees and shrubs which could be harvested to make dues from leaves, barks and fruit. Thanks to Natural Dyes, an NGO, we have a forest again. The animals returned. The pure vegetal dye affluent is used as fertilizer for fields. Wear these garments dyed with guava leaf, pomergranate, red sandalwood and local shrubs. The clothes are cool and comfortable. Also on display are yoga mats infused with sacred herbs such as tulsi, turmeric and papal leaf.
Wendell Rodricks was the first designer in India to begin eco-friendly garments in 1991; blending exotic natural weaves which are woven in remote villages. This room is a tribute to that pioneering spirit
ROMANTICA
Chivas Fashion Tour 2008 at Mumbai, Delhi and Dubai
Wendell Rodricks creates a suite of cocktail dresses and evening loungewear in a romantic mood. Inspired by the Romantic Era of the late 1800’s, the clothes borrow from the easy beach style in Goa. These are clothes for rockstar chicks, boho spirits, hippie flower children and the romantic at heart. Soft pastel tones and resort details such as shells, mother of pearl, coconut fibre, feathers and ribbon embellish the collection. This is the romantic side of a designer in love with the feminine women of another era for the romantic women of today. Pastels have been treated to colonial dusty tones and cut in a manner that is typical of the Wendell Rodricks. From Goa and the early British romantic Orientalists, Wendell Rodricks creates for the Chivas Fashion Tour a unique collection called “Romantica”.
Collection Sheet – 2007
March 5th, 2010GEOMETRIC DRAPERY EURO INDIA 2020
Taj Exotica, Benaulim – Goa.
The Euro India conference at Taj Exotica invited Wendell Rodricks to display his collection at a special showing for 250 select guests. The sixty garment collection was displayed on India’s best by super models the Wendell Rodricks Geometric Drapery collection was chosen for it’s international appeal that was much applauded by the European and Indian presence at the conference. Using a Goan palette of pristine white surf, grey monsoon sky, volcanic black, azure blues, sand and nude tones.
EMPRESS, LFW FALL/WINTER 2007-2008
Lakme Fashion Week, NCPA, Mumbai.
In a collection of four layered personae: Virgin, Mistress, Empress and Saint, Wendell Rodricks celebrates the unique and sensational life of the Empress Theodora (c 500 – 548 AD) who was virgin, whore, mistress and eventually Saint in the Orthodox Church, celebrated each year on November 14th. In a colour palette as varied as Theodora’s many facets, the Empress collection moves from Ivory to bright Scarlet, Gold, rich Purple and or silk, the clothes are a tribute to the Empress Theodora’s humble deep Black. In his trademark style, Wendell Rodricks uses a minimal approach to cut clothes that are both creative and practical. Layering chiffons and organza’s under heavy coarse cotton or silk, the clothes are a tribute to the Empress Theodora’s humble beginnings and glittering courtly splendour.
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GOA SPA, SPRING / SUMMER 2008
At Amosphere, Pret-A-Porter Paris, Paris
Wendell Rodricks, India’s Guru of Minimalism presents at the Paris Prêt–a-Porter Salon a unique collection that showcases the yogic, ayurvedic and spiritual side of India. For many centuries, the world has been fascinated by the royal India of Maharajahs. In the recent past, fashion influences from Bollywood and Goa hippie kitsch has entered the world market.
In this new collection, titled GOA SPA, Rodricks infuses into fashion a spa flavour that is unique, relaxing, pure and fluid. Imagine a spa in the paradise state of Goa, India : a land where the sea breezes, soft white sand and swaying palm trees create an ambience that relaxes and soothes the soul.
Using a palette of pure white with hints of sand beige and pale blue, the Wendell Rodricks GOA SPA collection includes hand woven fabrics, which are delicious to touch. On the body they caress the skin with their pureness and softness. Woven with care in small villages the fabric have a unique ‘hand’ quality.
LOUNGE LIZARD
Chivas Fashion Tour 2007 at Mumbai, Delhi and Dubai
The Wendell Rodricks Lounge Lizard collection for the Chivas Regal Fashion Tour is inspired by and aimed at the young lounge reveller. All over India, the concept of a lounge or club has emerged as an integral part of entertainment. In the relaxed yet energetic ambience, clothing is young, sexy, sporty and yet cocktail. Using a colour palette including black, aubergine, deep olive and silver, the Lounge Lizard collection by Wendell Rodricks uses diverse fabric woven or treated with a technological edge: Velvet is woven with lycra. Organza is heat treated to form pleats. Silver is infused with stretch that does not ‘crack’ the silver. Lycra is plastic coated for a leather shine. All these treatments make the clothes look modern and futuristic. Using a variety of silhouettes, styling and layering, Wendell Rodricks sends out his signature style of minimalism, reinvented each season with a new creativity.
Collection Sheet – 2006
March 5th, 2010
THE BLACK, WHITE & SKIN COLLECTION
Water Edge, Colombo.
From the white sands and black laterite rocks of Goa’s celebrated beaches, the Wendell Rodricks collection, compiled specially for the Rotary Club of Colombo East, Colombo. Cutting on a fluid line that is the signature style of the designer, the Black, White and Skin Collection is a style statement from one of the most reclusive design studios in India.
ISADORA IN INDIA LFW
Spring Summer 2006, NCPA, Mumbai.
Born 1877 in San Francisco, Isadora Duncan broke the stereotype of classical dance. She was a free spirit that pioneered a dance movement away from the confines of the Russian ballet. Dancing bare feet, hair flying free and scantily dressed in Greek costumes, Isadora danced using the solar plexus and torso as a generating force. Her celebrated simplicity was oceanic in depth and she is credited with inventing what we call today Modern Dance. Isadora died as dramatically as she lived on September 14, 1927. Her long trailing scarf caught in the spokes of her new Bugatti strangled her.In an imaginary visit to India, Wendell Rodricks creates a collection inspired by Isadora Duncan. In a suite of four tributes : The Purist, Summer Fresh, Nature’s Child and Celebration, Wendell Rodricks draws parallels between the minimalist approach of his repertoire and the spirit of Isadora Duncan………. in India !
THE CRUISE COLLECTION CASTLE INDIA MENS FASHION FAIR 2006
Bangalore Palace, Bangalore.
In the Cruise Collection, the designer uses sheer layers for men, fringe detailing and no embellishment. In a medley of fine linens, cool cottons, lush silks and light wool crepe, this is fabric and cut in its purest form.
LES VAMPS
Lakme Fashion Week Spring Summer 2007 NCPA, Mumbai.
The Wendell Rodricks Spring Summer 2007 collection for Lakme Fashion Week goes beyond the veils of dark secrets to disclose an ethereal, mysterious collection. Like the spirits and exorcists who are almost always beautiful women, the clothes in vapourous white, midnight black, dusk gray and blood red are a tribute to Goa’s other world. Emerging from dark Goan manoirs, swooping on bat wings, gliding over fields and floating on sea waves, these are what the Western world would call Vampires. ‘Les Vamps’ is about beauty, mystery, secrets, fear and above all fashion; for the woman of today who can take on many emotions : switching from coy innocence to fierce vamp with equal ease. Like the haunting beauty of Goa’s ghosts, spirits and ‘vampires’.
Collection Sheet – 2005
March 5th, 2010
RIPPLE COLLECTION
Seagrams Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2005, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Delhi & Hyderabad.
In the world mourning the Tsunami, the colour code was earth mixed with hints of sky, sea and blood red. The clothes in crinkled fabrics treated to soft wave lines and teamed with luscious gleaming satins or sheer organzas. Not single sequin or bead, the collection is of colour, cut and style in the purest minimalist form.
OCEANIA COLLECTION
LIFW 2005, The Grand, Delhi.
Wendell Rodricks OCEANIA collection arrives from the islands in the Indian and Pacific Ocean. Documenting the tribal sea art of the islanders, the collection is a new statement from India’s Guru of Minimalism. Indian tribes who traveled the ancient sea routes, settle on islands as far flung as Easter Island and Papua New Guinea, return to India on the LIFW 2005 ramp in a silhouette that is a blend of structure, sculpture and sensuous fluidity. Sportswear staples blend with sublime silks. Edgy denimwear meet couture cuts. Layers play a strong part in mixing an Indian tunic with a Western jacket over an island sarong and jersey trousers. The garments are blended by the minds of the islanders. Ancient with modern. Indian with International.
Collection Sheet – 2004
March 5th, 2010
FASHION DEMOCRACY LIFW 2004
The Grand, Delhi.
The “Fashion Democracy” collection at Lakme India Fashion Week featured a fun filled 60’s musical track, 51 “models” included children, teenagers, elders and grandparents…… of various shapes and sizes. VJ and actress Mallaika Arora Khan sizzled on the ramp for the finale. On stage was a Goan carnival of colour with silhouettes for the slim, fat and short. A much applauded collection which proved that fashion is democratic and for everyone.
Collection Sheet – 2003
March 5th, 2010
WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY SHOW
Hotel President, Mumbai.
To support the Cancer Aid Society and World No Tobacco Day, a special showing of four designer collections on celebrities was unveiled before the WHO authorities and the Minister of Health, India. The Wendell Rodricks collection in white, black, turquoise and lycra ensembles combined flying panels, slashed gladiator menswear and evening gowns, one of which appeared on the cover of ELLE on VJ actress Malaika Arora.
WATER SPRAY FOR LAKME
Lakme India Fashion Week, NCPA, Mumbai.
The first designer to be repeated for the Grand Finale at India Fashion Week, Wendell Rodricks drew a standing ovation applause for a collection inspired by water. From the opening ‘aquarium’ water filled corset to the 95 metre cloud net skirt, the Rodricks creativity moved from a subtle palette of cool blue, ice pink and dazzling white. A memorable collection of thirty one ensembles, each in a unique style.
Collection Sheet – 2002
March 5th, 2010
TATA TENNIS OPEN COLLECTION
The Taj Corommandel, Chennai.
Westside displays the Wendell Rodricks Summer 2002 pret collection at the internation Tata Tennis Open. The collection included textured cottons in white with a refreshing tint of lemon. Design details included curved seams, handpainted shlokas, fringing and layering.
GLADRAGS
Megamodel Manhunt Contest.
The Grand Maratha, Mumbai. This contest which is a scouting ground for new models commissioned Wendell Rodricks to design the finale round gowns in bright sorbet colours.
GOA
Boulogne-Billancourt, France.
The chic Parisian suburb of Boulogne-Billancourt invited Wendell Rodricks to showcase forty ensembles for their Festival of India in France. Inspired by the resort state of Goa, the collection was retrospective in part but also showed a line of fascinating marine-inspired pleating. Using a palette of minimal white, beige, blue and black, the designer infused rich Hindu colours like red, orange and fuschia into this striking spiritual collection.
RIAS MALAYSIAN FASHION WEEK
Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, Kaula Lumpur, Malaysia.
A retrospective of Wendell Rodricks creations are displayed at Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel in Malaysia. Invited by the RIAS team among from other international designers, the Wendell Rodricks collection was a resounding success due to it’s originality of approach from an Indian designer.
Collection Sheet – 2001
March 5th, 2010
WHITE LIGHT
Dubai Fashion Week, Wafi Pyramids, Dubai.
Wendell Rodricks was invited to open the first ever Dubai Fashion Week. At a gala show sponsored by shampoo giant Silvikrin, Wendell Rodricks presented twenty five white ensembles inspired by Goa. Using fluid crepe, sensuous satin and flowing crepe, the Wendell Rodricks White Light collection worn by international models was a grand success in the oil rich emirate.
VISIONNAIRE
Ensemble, Mumbai.
Wendell Rodricks VISIONNAIRE, inspired by the visually challenged is a remarkable attempt to further the role of fashion in areas of social influence. Braille embroidery, varied textures and a fashion philosophy based on how one feels rather than how one looks makes Visionnaire a unique fashion statement. The collection was widely reported in the international media as it was the first time ever that the blind could ‘read’ their clothes and enjoy the liberty of dressing on their own.
CRAFTWORKS : THE WENDELL RODRICKS EXPERIMENT
Goa Marriott Resort, Goa.
A pioneering event in Indian fashion and possibly for the first time in the world Wendell Rodricks experiment gave the audience a peek at the behind-the-scenes happenings of a show. The designer cut and draped garments on models on stage with his entire studio on ramp. Make up and hair was done in front of an enthralled audience. Drawing inspiration from various aspects of Goa, the designer created each exclusive outfit in couture style
Collection Sheet – 2000
March 5th, 2010
MOVEMENTS
McDowell Derby, Mumbai.
Opening the most fashionable Derby event of the year, Wendell Rodricks designed a collection based on the equestrian movements of models on ramp. Using a patchwork of fabrics in cream and beige, the collection displayed a variety of hemlines and silhouettes where movement of both fabric and wearer are of prime importance.
INDIA FASHION WEEK
Taj Palance, New Delhi.
Wendell Rodricks is commissioned by cosmetic giant Lakme to close the finale of the first ever Indian Fashion Week. Using a multitude of silhouettes and fabrics the white, skintone and black ensembles create a historic style statement.
Ford Supermodel Contest, Mumbai.
The Ace of Diamonds collection explores the bias cut from fabric patterns that are cut in diamond shapes. Four varieties of silk, hand dyed in petral blue, garnet, aubergine wine and slate grey were worn by supermodels and filmstars at a glittering evening where Wendell Rodricks was Official Designer for the most prestigious model search contest in the country.
Collection Sheet – 1999
March 5th, 2010
CUTTING ON SQUARES
The Holiday Inn, Allure, Ahmedabad.
Using Indian geometry and the basic square shape, the Wendell Rodricks Spring/Summer ’99 collection in cotton & linen extends the designers concept that flat shapes can drape on the human form. Pure white, paperfeel cotton, soft ivory viscose, a range of pastels and citrus brights colour the collection. A line of shoulder twists in fine cotton mul are introduced. The collection was later retailed at Goa , Mumbai , Delhi and Bangalore.
IN MID AIR
Gravity Zone, Anjuna, Goa.
At South East Asia’s premier bungee jumping site, Wendell Rodricks presented a sensational colour palette of bright, textured and pleated fabrics, to present a new look for the millennium. All forty garments had a distinct new innovation in couture and were presented in COUTURE style on ramp and with models jumping off the tower. The bride in a trailing chiffon ensemble aptly titled “Apsara” flow off the bungee tower to the delight of the audience.
Collection Sheet – 1998
March 5th, 2010
TWELVE TUNICS
Shoppers’ Stop, Mumbai. Ogaan, Delhi. Ogaan , Calcutta.
Using the tunic shape as a platform of inspiration, twelve avante garde garments in white, black, caramel and sea blue constitute the Wendell Rodricks Trunk Collection for Shoppers’ Stop, Mumbai. The twelve Tunics collection was also presented at the Derby in Calcutta as part of a fashion show.
PORTFOLIO
Ffolio, Banglore.
At an exclusive fashion presention in Banglore, Wendell Rodricks introduced a portfolio collection of his renowned styles blended with recent creations. In shell pink, white and gold, the collection was a major success in India’s Garden City. The wonder fibre TENCEL was introduced for the first time by designer for retail in India.
THE SPICE COLLECTION
The Fashion Bistro & Bar, Mumbai.
A pioneering event in Indian fashion. Cosmetic giant, LAKME commission a range of garments inspired by their new seasons colours. Wendell Rodricks creates a selection of fourteen garments in Hot Paprika, Ginger Spice, Toasted Cinnamon, Burnt Cardamom, Tangy Tamarind and Too Chilli. The slicky choreographed show by the designer earned much praise and publicity for an unusual blend of cosmetic colours and fashion.
The womb of creativity Wendell Rodricks Couture Show, Solar dos Colacos -Goa
A hippie trail leading out of Goa to embrace the tribes of the world. The designer unveiled his collection at a surprise party that moved venues from a cruise boat to a Portuguese heritage home on the Mandovi river. Forty garments inspired by world tribes were put togethered in an Indian spirit. Departing from his signature style, the designer experimented with new age fabrics and a “look” oriented line ideal for the new millenium. Indo – West gives way to “Indo – International”.
Collection Sheet – 1997
March 5th, 2010
SUITE OF SEVEN CHOLI’S
Melange, Mumbai.
Using the basic Indian “choli” blouse, a collection of seven cholis explore varied dressing options. The cholis are titled ‘Line & square’, ‘Cowl’, ‘Kaftan’, ‘Peacock’, ‘Dhobi bundle’, ‘Dupatta’ and ‘Mala’.
WHITE VISION
Melange, Mumbai.
Textures, weaves, fabric and embroidered surfaces create a vision in pure white. Simple cottons, elegant linens and exotic silks blend to create the designer’s favoured colour.
ENSEMBLES
Ensemble, Mumbai.
A collection of ensembles for Ensemble, India’s premier fashion store. White, black and grey create a lean long line. Titled ‘Minimal, Movement and Geometry, the garments are cut on a long geometric line resulting in drapes typical of Indian garments. Tunics hit the floor and pleated fabric spirals in wrapped styles.
WENDELL RODRICKS COUTURE SHOW
Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa.
The first solo showing by the designer done in couture style. Eighty garments reflect the personal style, decade long career and culture of Goa. Innovative fabrics include leather, net and woven cotton tweed. The garments are embellished with materials to resemble dew drops, rain, stars, exotic insects and petals.
Collection Sheet – 1996
March 4th, 2010
SHEER
Melange, Bombay.
Nautical lines, sheer layering and slimming silhouettes harmonise to create an experiment in Indian sheer fabrics. Exquisite cut-work organza and satin in white and subdued metallic tones are moulded in stark, simple silhouettes which have become the Wendell Rodricks style signature.
Collection Sheet – 1995
March 4th, 2010
CREAM
Melange, Bombay. Ffolio, Bangalore.
Luscious fabric in cotton are styled to fall in pure lines and drape in a “molten” manner on the body. The entire collection is “cream” in colour, texture, styling and silhouette.
IGEDO, Dusseldorf, Germany.
A collection of garments, displayed at the world’s largest ready-to-wear fair, inspired by Indian thoughts on the soul, modern dance ballet and the resort flavour of Goa. The garments in sand and sea tones won international acclaim and firmly established the designer’s reputation of making an international debut with modern Indian design appeal. The Wendell Rodricks FASHIONWISE column was introduced in India’s largest English selling women’s bimonthly FEMINA.
Collection Sheet – 1994
March 3rd, 2010
THE CYCLADIC ISLANDS
Ffolio, The Windsor Manor Ballroom, Bangalore.
A collection of garments inspired by the terracotta artifacts at the Cycladic Museum, Athens, Greece. The ancient figurines, symbolic and primal in form, are appliquéd in silk on fine cotton and linen. Couture innovations include dhoti salwaars for men and terracotta “doves of Aphrodite”ring-attachments on stoles. The colours range from Aegean Sea Blues to vibrant terracotta hues.
THE LAMBADI TATTOOS
Glitterati, The Taj Hotel Ballroom, Bombay.
Extensive research on the rich tattoo tradition of the nomadic Lambadi tribes is the basis of a collection in a range of skin tone silks, treated and specially woven to resemble skin. The ‘tattoos’ are embroidered, hand-painted and scorched on to the garments.
MELANGE PREMIER
Melange, Bombay.
An opening collection for India’s premier eco-oriented boutique. Classic separates in natural tones emphasise the custom weaves and fabric finishes. Innovative twin sets, simple tunics and asymmetric beachwear.
Collection Sheet – 1993
March 3rd, 2010
TEMPLES & TRIBAL SUMBOLS OF SHIVA / VISHNU WORSHIP
Glitterati, Bombay Ffolio, Bangalore.
Spiritual smearing in vermilion, Kumkum red, orange and deep pink on tussar kurtas hand painted with temples of Shiva and Vishnu. Handpainted motifs includes tribal symbols in gold, terracotta and earth brown. Menswear in crisp linen and slub cotton. The collection encompasses a palette of vanilla, white, leaf green, mustard, beige, salmon and sky blue.
THE PRODIGALE COLLECTION
Glitterati, Bombay Ffolio, Bangalore.
A return to leaves. Pineapple, Banana, Wild Cotton, Viscose and Wheat are woven with silk and sewn in palm-pleated effects. Inspired from leaves and the subtle movement of trees, the collection is complimented with custom-made accessories in coconut shell and rice straw.
Collection Sheet – 1992
March 3rd, 2010
RAJASTHANSCAPE
Glitterati, Bombay.
Sand coloured tussar, midnight crepe and dazzling white are used as a landscape to enhance two-toned ring stoles and tie-dyed saris. Hand-painted motifs in gold illustrate village women with pots and elongated equestrian shapes.
THE TURKISH HAREM
Glitterati, Bombay Oogan, Delhi.
A collection inspired by the Ottoman Harem in Istanbul. Sheer organza and flowing crepes are treated with line embroidery and mosaic hand-painted sky-lines. Experimental pastel combinations include pink with apricot, lime with chartreuse and aquamarine with lavender. The tunics and stoles are ‘slit’ to enhance fluid movement. Introduction of a menswear fine in raw silk, lightweight tussar and cotton linen. Motifs consist of hand-painted Ottoman Calligraphy and embroidered Iznic tiles from the Harem.
Collection Sheet – 1991
March 3rd, 2010
THE SEA COLLECTION
Glitterati, Bombay.
Semi-sheer ensembles in airy chinon are acid dyed to resemble a corral reef. Indian home-spun silk is embellished with ‘cubist’ sea-horses in appliqué.
AN INSPIRATION FROM TIBETAN MONASTARIES
The Regal Room, Hotel Oberoi Towers, Bombay.
Rich monastic colours are complimented with modern treatments and luxury detailing, creative accessories and simplistic, confident style lines. Poems on reincarnation by the Dalai Lama are scripted in gold on the ensembles.
Collection Sheet – 1990
March 3rd, 2010
PREMIER COLLECTION
The Regal Room, Hotel Oberoi Towers, Bombay.
Ivory silk tunics hand painted with Indian folk motifs and Miyake-inspired white organza capes are worn with brilliant-hued ample trousers.
THE AFRICAN COLLECTION
Glitterati, Bombay.
Crepe saris and scarves are hand-painted with rich, gold, African shields and contemporary African motifs. Trapeze line blouses and long flared skirts with stoles form a new sliming silhouette for large sizes.
FESTIVE COLLECTION
The Presidency, Hotel President, Bombay.
Minis and wraps are treated to Eastern-style colour contrasts. An abundant use of beaded tassels and gold, hand-painted matador fights inspired by Picasso paintings on porcelain.