The recently-concluded Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI in October 2022 served as a crystal ball for this year’s upcoming wedding trends. From classic lehengas to evening wear gowns, designers presented a wide array of styles, silhouettes and shades for brides to curate a unique trousseau. Whether you're on the lookout for a traditional lehenga for your pheras, a dramatic sari-gown for your cocktail party or planning ahead for your pre-wedding festivities, there was something for every taste and preference. If you’re not sure where to start and what to pick, here's our edit of the most attention-grabbing looks spotted on the runways.
Mint Lehenga By Shantnu & Nikhil
Shantnu & Nikhil’s mint-julep lehenga from Capella collection is enhanced with white bugelle beadwork along with regal stones, chromatic silver beads, and muted bullion thread. Inspired from the palace of Versailles, the look is apt to make heads turn at your sangeet.
Black Gown By Shahab Durazi
Shahab Durazi's black and white collection endorsed the relevance of timelessness with a selection of gowns, separates and a classic black sari. We are eyeing the off-shoulder gown with pearl detailing on the neckline and the attached belt, reminiscent of the 40s era known for its vintage chic.
Berry-Hued Lehenga By Nachiket Barve
Former Khush cover girl, Huma Qureshi played muse for National Award-winning designer Nachiket Barve in a stunning raspberry coloured lehenga from his ‘Ephemera’ collection. Lightweight, intricately embroidered and ultra-romantic, the floral creation is a guaranteed head-turner for your cocktail party.
Heritage Lehenga By Gaurang Shah
Textile revivalist Gaurang Shah made a case for traditional weaves like Kanjeevaram, Paithan, Banarasi, Kota, Uppada, khadi and muslin. One of the best looks was seen by the showstopper, actor and two-time Khush cover girl, Aditi Rao Hydari—an all gold lehenga paired with a red embroidered dupatta.
Black Lehenga By Varun Nidhika
Varun Nidhika's collection painted imagery of an enchanted wilderness with sprouting palms, intertwined with lattice patterns. Fabrics such as silk organza and metallic knits were draped in easy-going silhouettes in ways that are anything but expected. The showstopper piece, a mermaid-style lehenga paired with a wrap-around cape blouse is proof.
Pink Floral Lehenga By Anushree Reddy
Inspired from gilded era royalties was designer Anushree Reddy's collection. The ornate lehengas in the line married age-old crafts and cultural notations with modernist elegance. The line-up included several pink lehengas enhanced with beautiful floral embroidery, ideal for a daytime wedding ceremony.
Printed Sharara By SVA Couture
For the bride who favours comfort, SVA Couture by Sonam and Paras Modi’s 'MOR aur FUAARA' our Winter/Festive'22 offers a roster of printed pieces for the bride to wear at her pre-wedding celebration or destination wedding. While the peacock-hued lehengas are worth the investment, we love this monochromatic printed sharara set with a cape for a welcome party.
Peach Lehenga By Shyamal & Bhumika
Yami Gautam Dhar strutted down the runway in a peach lehenga by the designer duo. What we love about this look is that it’s classic and modern at once. The voluminous skirt is lavishly accented with thread work as floral motifs, and it’s paired with a sexy corset-style blouse.
Cut-Out Dress By Amit Aggarwal
Amit Aggarwal’s collection Onyx celebrated a dynamic blur of blacks, whites and silvers taking shape of leotards and gowns. For a bride who doesn’t mind being a little bold, check out this gunmetal gown with cut-outs.
Red Lehenga By Mishru
Worn by Mrunal Thakur, this red lehenga from Mishru’s newest collection Form and Feeling is a fresh take on traditional looks. With a sensual blouse, skirt and dupatta, this lehenga is accentuated with 3D flowers.
Main Image: Nachiket Barve