The edgy-cool Antar-Agni is travelling to Calcutta right ahead of Diwali and will be showcasing at the menswear address Dapper at 10A&B Woodburn Park. The man behind the contemporary label, Ujjawal Dubey, tells The Telegraph what to expect.
Welcome to Calcutta. This is a city which loves you a lot! What do you think is the secret of this love affair?
My love for Calcutta! It is a two-sided love story. I studied in this city and have learned so much about my craft and life from this city. It is a very deep connection.
Ujjawal Dubey
What have you missed about coming to Calcutta in the last couple of years?
The warmth and the chaos of the city. And festivities!
What are you getting for us?
Our festive classics and some new styles. We have been experimenting with a new language at Antar-Agni and all the new pieces will be there.
What are all-time great Diwali buys?
Kurtas and dhoti pants have always been our hot favourites.
Understated dressing and yet leaving a mark to stand out in the crowd is what an Antar-Agni outfit does to a man. Calcutta men are discovering their styles and Ujjawal’s choice of an earthy colour palette and the simplicity with style makes it such a huge hit in our city
Shilpa Sethi, founder and curator, Dapper
On a personal note, what is your favourite Diwali memory?
Spending time with family and friends, eating goodies and playing cards.
What: Dapper X Antar-Agni
Where: Dapper; 10A&B Woodburn Park
When: October 23 and 24; 11am to 8pm