Meera Muzaffar Ali Jaguar fashion show

Ahoy! Aboard as Jaguar Asia-Pacific Boating Regatta gets Underway“We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch – we are going back from when we came.”

After a hugely successful and electrifying show & Regatta last year, the Asia-Pacific Regatta is back to celebrate the increasingly popular and high-octane sport in India—Sailing. Set for 15-16 January, 2010, in Mumbai, the Regatta Season Two hosted by Asia-Pacific Boating India promises two days of fun, fashion and festivities in and around the sea.

This time around, the regatta kicked off on the 15th of January 2011 with a glittering cocktail evening hosted by Parineeta Sethi of Asia Pacific Boating at the Radio Club pier which made a beautiful backdrop for this event that celebrtaes the sea. Highlighting the event were an exhibit of Jaguar cars that greeted guests as they walked into the venue. As the guests enjoyed cocktails and admiring the cars, the show began with the announcement of the seven participating teams and their skippers. Adding to the zing was an exclusive fashion show by designer- duo Meera-Muzaffar Ali, who showcased their heritage collection especially designed for the occasion.

Guests seen enjoying the cool evening were Gautam & Nawaz Singhania, Shaad Ali, Tony & Sherry Singh, Diana Hayden, designer Nalanda Bhandari, Avantika Akerkar, Riyadh & Alisha Kundanmal, Anish & Vinita Trivedi, Remo & Naaz Jhaveri, Also seen were the participating skippers Gautama Dutta with wife Anju, Aashim Mongia and wife Bharati

The evening ended with a lavish Oriental spread laid out on the pier. Host Parineeta Sethi was seen receiving congratulations for a stunningly put together event.

On 16th January, the event partners will compete with each other on their respective J-24 boats for the coveted Asia-Pacific Boating Regatta 2010 trophy at the INWTC, Colaba.

According to Ms Parineeta Sethi of Asia Pacific Boating India ” We are glad to present another season of Sailing excitement in Mumbai. Our Regatta is a much awaited event in the sailing calendar since it is full of fun, excitement and good cheer for sailors and children, besides promoting a spirit of healthy competition. This event is not only for sailors, but for anyone who loves the waters and enjoys a boating lifestyle”.

The crew of every boat consists of 2 experts and 6 amateurs. Simultaneously, there was also an exciting, fun filled sailing race for children where kids vied for the coveted trophy and gifts.

To conclude, the Asia Pacific Boating Regatta India was a passionate date with the sea!