India Fashion Street was held on top gear at The Park hotel. A two-day extravaganza with at least 12 designers and just over 30 models showcased the latest of what Hyderabad has on offer to the Indian fashion scene. Here’s an interesting bit. These 20-30 models walked the ramp for all the designers with each changing clothes and make-up at least six times a day. How punishing is that for the skin? How do the most perfect of human bodies take the hectic activity of a fashion week? The work timings are a back-breaking seven continuous hours.

"Skin breaks are unavoidable and all we can do is to cover them up with foundation,” says Deborah Doris Fell, 21-year-old city model. The make-up brush too is a point of concern. "We suffered a lot in the beginning when one make-up brush was used. Eventually, we started carrying our own make-up accessories," Bengaluru-based model Apoorva reveals. Archana Kesari, Bangalore model, also adds, "You need to have the stamina to stand in the right posture when wearing high heels and our feet get bruised when we change in a hurry. Of late, we have started carrying our own shoes."