Tarun Tahiliani’s flair to shake up the status quo is fresh as ever. Through cut, structure and finish of each of his creations, the master couturier succeeds in making time-honoured techniques and silhouettes significant for brides at home and away. Collection after collection, the veteran juxtaposes contemporary sartorial prowess with the intricacies of Indian craftsmanship. Thanks to his frothy lehengas, his signature crystal-embedded concept saris and statement kurtas, he has amassed a legion of loyal followers including A-list Bollywood celebrities. From red carpet events to personal dos, the likes of Janhvi Kapoor, Vaani Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit Nene among others have leaned on Tarun Tahiliani for head-turning ensembles.
If you’re a bride building your wedding wardrobe, we have put together our favourite looks seen on celebrities that you can steal for your big day and beyond.
Janhvi Kapoor’s pink lehenga
Naturally, we had to start with this multi-hued lehenga that Khush styled on our recent cover girl Janhvi Kapoor. Featuring 16 kalis and intricate floral hand embroidery, this pink look is crafted using lightweight georgette. The look is paired with a stunning off-shoulder blouse, and an embroidered tulle dupatta as well as a delicate tulle veil. A modern-day fairytale bridal look, we recommend you consider it for your daytime wedding ceremony.
Janhvi Kapoor’s ivory pre-draped sari
100 percent statement-making and zero hassle, this is another eye-catching look we styled on Janhvi for our March-April 2022 issue. Uncomplicated and glamorous, Tarun Tahiliani’s ivory-coloured one-piece draped concept sari gives the elegance of a six-yard staple and comfort of a gown. Made with jersey fabric, it features a corset blouse that’s enhanced with diamonds and highlighted with lace detailing on the neckline as well as the waist. Opt for a flattering yet fuss-free concept sari, like this one, for your sangeet party to dance the night away in.
Jacqueline Fernandez’s embroidered sari
Brides with a bohemian streak will love this multicolour kantha-embroidered sari, as seen on Jacqueline Fernandez. The drape is further embellished with coins and shell latkan. The highlight is the matching kantha-embroidered ikat blouse with sequins and a cutout back. The belt adds a modern appeal to the otherwise classic look. A sari, like this one, can be worn multiple ways and for multiple occasions for years to come.
Vaani Kapoor’s printed jumpsuit
You cannot deny the appeal of timeless classics, but we are all for encouraging brides to indulge in some crossover couture. Think western silhouettes with Indian embroidery and embellishments. This pastel jumpsuit on Vaani is surely one you need to bookmark. This strappy jumpsuit is printed in floral pichwai motifs with dori work on the belt and neckline. While Vaani ditched the jacket, you can team it with the gilet that;s lightly embroidered with pearls and resham. You can take this easy silhouette everywhere, from your pre-wedding sundowner to a formal occasion in the future.
Pooja Hegde’s tulle jumpsuit
The south star took this gorgeous jumpsuit to the 75th edition of Cannes film festival in May 2022. This tulle number features stunning tone on tone arabesque grid embroidery. We love how the look is paired with an embellished cape fenced with delicate tassels. The best part about a jumpsuit is it’s effortless to move around in and extremely flattering on almost every body type.
Madhuri Dixit Nene’s wine anarkali
From small pujas at home to wedding celebrations, anarkalis will serve you well for a wide variety of festive events. The fail-safe, fit-and-flare silhouette flatters offers an easy-breezy solution to cumbersome outfits and even hot weather. This draped chiffon anarkali, seen on Madhuri Dixit Nene, checks all boxes for a winning choice. With an embroidered waist-belt, this wine-hued anarkali is paired with a hand embroidered handloom dupatta.
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