LAHORE: A minute of silence to offer hopes and prayers for Malala Yousufzai opened Day Two of the ongoing Pantene Bridal Couture Week on a note of respect and reverence at a time when the whole nation waits with bated breath for the young activist to pull through her present and unfortunate state of predicament.

Ottoman culture was the influence behind the draped, beautifully embellished outfits with models wearing a lace headdress for designer Ammar Shahid’s bridal collection. The common theme of pearl rung throughout the line’s design spectrum was interwoven intelligently with antique gold metal work. Brocade sherwani for men also comprised the adorable collection.

Hijab’s modern and global trends for the modern woman bearing the tag of fashion with a strong flavour, fine silhouettes and a streamlined style statement described the avant garde and traditional modernity, besides the label’s old world charm. Half and full length front open shirts with embellishment elements of gota, diamantes and highly decorative necklines were in main focus here.

Next, Hasan Rizvi and his Bodybeat dance troupe’s energetic performance to a Mehndi theme saw model/actress Rubya Chaudhry swaying to the beat as well with clothes by Ali Xeeshan and Waseem Noor.