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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 sillhouettes 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=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2008-03-15/shows/27764196_1_biker-india-fashion-week-collection|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=The Times Of India|date=15 March 2008}}</ref>

In this year, the designer also designed the opera costumes of “Padmavati by Albert Roussel” which was directed by [[Sanjay Leela Bhansali]].<ref name=TH19>{{cite news|title=Reclusive rock star|url=http://www.hindu.com/mp/2008/12/23/stories/2008122350500100.htm|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=The Hindu|date=23 December 2008|___location=Chennai, India}}</ref> The opera was staged at the Theatre du Chatelet in [[Paris]] in March, 2008<ref name=s27>{{cite web|title=I have no plans to get married: Sanjay Leela Bhansali|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/i-have-no-plans-to-get-married-sanjay-leela-bhansali-news-bollywood-kkftRahdjja.html|publisher=sify.com|accessdate=13 January 2013}}</ref> followed by an encore in Spoletto in [[Italy]] in the same year in June.<ref name=TOI17 />

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=Indian Express|date=29 March 2010}}</ref><ref name=TOI23>{{cite news|last=SHARMA|first=KALPANA|title=A 'different' Grand finale!|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-03-29/shows/28132539_1_grand-finale-front-row-clothes|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=The Times Of India|date=29 March 2010}}</ref><ref name=TH24>{{cite news|last=Shah|first=Shalini|title=Insider tales|url=http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/metroplus/article228488.ece|accessdate=12 January 2013|newspaper=The Hindu|date=10 March 2010|___location=Chennai, India}}</ref>