Among her Indian counterparts, Charles says she finds Rohit Bal’s flamboyant designs fascinating, “He does very original treatments on his garments,” she said. Next on Charles’ agenda is a Hollywood film which she can’t yet talk about, and, of course, retailing her own creations in Indian stores, which she’s confident will sell. “I think my creations are understated so they’re quite easy to wear,” said Charles. Indian designers, there’s yet more competition.