Comfort is the keyword for fashion, believes Kolkata-based designer Kiran Uttam Ghosh. Her signature style for this summer is a classic, deconstructed and an airy line. Cool knits, voiles, linens, chiffons and georgettes are her favoured fabrics.

Molly Sims looks as light as a feather in this canary yellow backless dress

"The look needs to be kept light. Too much sequin, texture or embroidery will make you look tired and worn out," she says.

Agrees Agnimitra Paul, "The trick in summer is to look subdued yet elegant. Cottons are a must and  this season I am using a lot of dhakai and ikkat on western fabrics. These are cool summer fabrics which are high on comfort."

In the photograph: Actress Molly Sims departs from the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala, Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2008 in New York City.

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