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Zandra Rhodes Dreams of Bollywood Stardom
17 Oct
Summary
- Legendary designer Zandra Rhodes visited Chennai for a pashmina shawl collection launch.
- Rhodes champions Indian craftsmanship, warning against AI dominance in fashion.
- She hopes Salma Hayek would portray her in a potential biopic.
Renowned British fashion designer Zandra Rhodes recently visited Chennai, India, to unveil a new collection of pashmina shawls adorned with her distinctive hand-drawn prints. The 86-year-old designer expressed enjoyment in this new artistic venture, stating it was a "lovely idea." During her visit, Rhodes also shared her fondness for South Indian cuisine, particularly coconut-based dishes.
Rhodes, who has a long-standing association with Indian fashion dating back to the 1980s, lauded India's rich craftsmanship. She emphasized the importance of preserving traditional skills against the encroachment of AI, stating, "The country must recognise how wonderful it is that people are using their hands to create." She views the 1970s, the decade her career began, as her favorite fashion era.
Open to the idea of a biopic, Rhodes suggested Salma Hayek would be her ideal choice to portray her on screen, recalling Hayek's acclaimed performance as Frida Kahlo. Rhodes also shared fond memories of designing for icons like Freddie Mercury and Princess Diana, recalling Mercury's iconic pleated outfit and Diana's memorable pink off-the-shoulder dress worn during a pregnancy announcement.
