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{{Short description|Indian fashion designer (born 1969)}}
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'''Rajesh Pratap Singh''' (born 1969)<ref name=WSJ28 />
Singh was originally from [[Rajasthan
<ref name=lm1>{{cite news|title=Rajesh Pratap Singh's show at the WLIFW|url=http://www.livemint.com/Leisure/LEYcNWMP4cWTWEMsiLWc8L/Rajesh-Pratap-Singh8217s-show-at-the-WLIFW.html|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=live mint
==Personal life==
Singh comes from the family of doctors from [[Rajasthan]].<ref>{{cite news| url=http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2006-08-30/news/27430915_1_royals-fashion-ritu-kumar | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131005001843/http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2006-08-30/news/27430915_1_royals-fashion-ritu-kumar | url-status=dead | archive-date=5 October 2013 | work=The Times of India | title=Royals are always in fashion | date=30 August 2006}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.india-seminar.com/2010/609/609_interview_ii.htm|title=609 Manish Arora, the magician and the monk|access-date=16 May 2013|archive-date=5 October 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131005004651/http://www.india-seminar.com/2010/609/609_interview_ii.htm|url-status=live}}</ref> His father, being a cardiologist, expected him to take up medicine. However, Pratap was inclined towards his cousin profession who was
Pratap is a rock climber and a regular biker and remarked in an interview that he is attracted to the machine as it is an engineered product with a certain precision that gives him a sense of the carefree. The designer also feels that travelling helps in evolving creativity.<ref name=DNA25>{{cite news|title=I would trade anything for a good set of wheels|url=http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_i-would-trade-anything-for-a-good-set-of-wheels_1463689|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=Daily News & Analysis|date=8 November 2010}}</ref>
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In 2008, Rajesh showcased spring summer 2009 collection at [[Paris Fashion Week]] which was positively received. The focus of the collection was the play of fabrics such as cotton and organza. The designer also experimented with the colour palette by using bright hues such as fuchsias and corals. With wearable, clean and structured cuts, the products were well appreciated.<ref name=Ei5>{{cite news|last=Chakrabarti|first=Paromita|title=PrÊt Á Pratap|url=http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/prt-pratap/369209/|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=Express India|date=4 October 2008}}</ref>
In the same year, Pratap showcased is autumn winter line in the WIFW titled ''Valentino Rossi meets Mother Teresa, Biker's Jacket meet the Saree'' depicting glimpses of [[India]] to the West in a completely new manner. Black dominated the pallette with an underplay of electric blues, magentas and reds. The range showcased varied amalgamation of silhouettes such as one-piece dresses in textured leathers, dhoti pants, double-breasted and angrakha-jackets, and short jerseys paired with churidar-pants, as well as long skirts embellished with silver patterns. The collection came out to be an interesting combination of tough biker look and soft Indian elegance.<ref name=TOI17>{{cite news|last=Amar|first=Charu|title='Biker look' gets a softer touch|url=
In 2010, the designer took the theme of ''Bespoke Tales'' projecting the progression of the art of tailoring as seen by the tailor. Showcasing the grand finale autumn winter collection at the [[Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week]] titled ''Us and Them'' depicting the perception of the fashion industry by the non-industry people. The key highlight of the collection was the utilitarian significance such as the wide use of double cloth which could be worn inside out, the concept of reversible garment and the use of unwoven fabrics. The colour pallette had the dominance of black, red and blue with products ranging from dresses, jackets and trenchcoats to name a few.<ref name=ie2>{{cite news|title=Designers are basically tailors: Rajesh Pratap Singh|url=http://www.indianexpress.com/news/designers-are-basically-tailors-rajesh-pratap-singh/596992/1|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=The Indian Express|date=29 March 2010}}</ref><ref name=TOI23>{{cite news|last=SHARMA|first=KALPANA|title=A 'different' Grand finale!|url=
Singh also showcased his collection at the Van Heusen India Men's Week (VHIMW) in the same year. The collection was quite unconventional with ''Rock N Roll'' imprints on it.<ref name=TOI5>{{cite news|last=Sharma|first=Garima|title=Twice as nice|url=
In the same year, Rajesh along with stylist [[Ambika Pillai]] worked on the look of the cabin crew of [[Indigo Airlines]]. He designed the bi-coloured clean-cut tunic and a hat with the airline's wings displayed on it.<ref name=nk3>{{cite news|title=Rajesh Pratap and Ambika Pillai To Give New Look To Indigo's Cabin Crew|url=http://www.newkerala.com/news/world/fullnews-23610.html|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=newsKerala.com|date=18 August 2010|archive-date=5 March 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160305015310/http://www.newkerala.com/news/world/fullnews-23610.html|url-status=live}}</ref>
In 2011, the designer showcased his spring summer collection in WIFW which was the amalgamation between [[Ikkat]] weave from the state of [[Orissa, India|Orissa]] and handloom textiles. The colours had vibrant shades of fuchsias and oranges with clean cut tunics, shirt dresses and hooded shirts and jackets to name a few. Designer Rakesh Thakore, [[Rohit Bal]], Rita Kapur Chisti and model and actor Rahul Dev walked the ramp clad in the designer's collection.<ref name=HT11>{{cite news|title=Ikkat Magic With Rajesh Pratap Singh|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/audio-news-video/AV-Entertainment/Ikkat-magic-with-Rajesh-Pratap-Singh/Article2-770846.aspx|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120608215112/http://www.hindustantimes.com/audio-news-video/AV-Entertainment/Ikkat-magic-with-Rajesh-Pratap-Singh/Article2-770846.aspx|url-status=dead|archive-date=8 June 2012|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=Hindustan Times}}</ref>
In the same year, the designer associated with [[Tata Motors|TATA]] Motors in the design project of TATA Manza where he gave his inputs in the design and the interior of the model.<ref>{{cite web|title=Tata Motors partners with Rajesh Pratap Singh for Tata Manza|url=http://www.moneylife.in/article/tata-motors-partners-with-rajesh-pratap-singh-for-tata-manza/20403.html|accessdate=12 January 2013}}</ref><ref name=IE13>{{cite news|title=Tata Motors partners with designer Rajesh Pratap Singh|url=http://www.indianexpress.com/news/tata-motors-partners-with-designer-rajesh-pratap-singh/857098/|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=The Indian Express|date=7 October 2011}}</ref>
In 2011, the designer's autumn winter collection at WIFW, named as ''Architectural Romance became laborious'' was quite experimental. Black and white dominated the pallette of the range with bubble silhouettes and anti-fits. The range had elements such as floral embroideries, leather and felt appliques, pixelated leather sequins and some fine textiles termed as the ''Aluminium Ikkat'' by the designer himself.<ref name=IE20>{{cite news|last=Vasudev|first=Shefalee|title=ALUMINIUM IKAT AND HALF A TROUSER|url=http://www.indianexpress.com/news/ALUMINIUM-IKAT-AND-HALF-A-TROUSER/773780/|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=The Indian Express|date=9 April 2011|archive-date=14 May 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110514124300/http://www.indianexpress.com/news/aluminium-ikat-and-half-a-trouser/773780/|url-status=live}}</ref>
Pratap, in 2011, also presented his collection at the grand finale of Dubai Fashion Week. The collection had the dominance of Black with the print hues appearing in the floral motifs. The range reflected his use of de-structured cuts and sleek finishing
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Pratap is closely working with backward and forward integration as well as technical improvements in [[Khadi]] (handspun and handwoven fine cotton and wool). He is also working with a cooperative society for developing India's finest Cashmere.<ref name=TH7>{{cite news|last=Sengupta|first=Hendol|title=An ethos of elegance|url=http://www.hindu.com/mag/2009/09/20/stories/2009092050280700.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090926075319/http://www.hindu.com/mag/2009/09/20/stories/2009092050280700.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=26 September 2009|accessdate=12 January 2013|date=20 September 2009|newspaper=[[The Hindu]]|___location=Chennai, India}}</ref>
The designer is also working on the state government sponsored project to promote and popularise Orissa handlooms and textiles in India and abroad by improving designs and create a market for the same.<ref name=TOI30>{{cite news|last=Mishra|first=Sandeep|title=Orissa handlooms to go the designer way|url=
In 2012, Pratap was one of the twelve designers who showcased for a special show against human traffic in WIFW joining hands with an organisation, ''you can free us'', which rescues women from forced prostitution founded by NRI philanthropist Sujo John. The show began with a story of one such woman, Alice, who was rescued from a brothel in New Delhi, rehabilitated and then featured in a fashion shoot titled as ''Alice in Wonderland'' photographed by Subi Samuel. Singh's ensemble depicted hope with a strong black and orange churidar frock ensemble.<ref name=ITI21>{{cite news|last=Jakhar|first=Deepti|title=Special show against human trafficking at Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week
==Awards==
The designer has won many awards
* Designer of the Year at the GQ Men of the Year awards in 2009
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