What exactly happens backstage at a fashion week? Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com lets his camera do the talking.

When they glide onto on the ramp, each model is grace and elegance personified.

But, just before a show begins and the spotlight turns on the models, here’s what happens.

A model heads back to the green room for her next change.

A last minute fix-up before Hemangi Parte hits the ramp.

Rhea Sukheja waits patiently as she gets her make-up done.

Arshia Ahuja, deep in conversation with designer Narendra Kumar.

A model gets her hair done while Archana Kumar (right) looks on.

Summer Jacobs poses for the camera after HMU (that’s hair and make-up for the uninitiated).

Anita Raj takes a quick picture before beginning her walk.

Letting the experts do their job, Aishwarya Sushmita uses her time to scroll through social networking websites.

Scarlett Rafael, up close!

Shweta Raj -- who took the time to capture her day for you -- goofs around before getting into WORKMODE.

• STYLE FIESTA: Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2019