Birva Pandya Commands Noir at ‘The Institute’ Premiere

Pandya’s full-length, long-sleeved dress, in a sheer, dark fabric overlaying a more opaque slip, featured a corseted bodice with subtle lace-up detailing, hinting at an alluring structure beneath. The sleeves, with their bell-shaped cuffs, added a touch of romanticism, a fluidity that contrasted beautifully with the otherwise streamlined silhouette. While the designer remains unconfirmed at press time, the ensemble resonated with a distinct sense of elegant mystery, a sort of modern-day film noir siren transported to a futuristic Hollywood. The fabric, almost like a delicate spiderweb, seemed to cling and flow simultaneously, catching the light with a subtle sheen. Is this the new Goth-glam?