Radhika Merchant twirls in Manish Malhotra (Credit: Instagram/manishmalhotra05)
\n\nFor someone who has a packed few weeks ahead as we descend into wedding season, deciding between lehengas, shararas and sarees does not really appear to be a blissful dilemma which dissipated with the Navratri and Diwali stretch. While a seasoned wedding guest likely has their preferred silhouettes already picked out, let this Radhika Merchant look make a case for blush blue being as festive, wedding-appropriate and celebratory as say the pinks, purples and reds.
\n\nHere, Radhika wears a handwoven brocade lehenga which serves as the canvas for intricate floral embroidery woven in across turquoise, mint, rose pink and lilac – the base holds it down, washed out in antique gold. The conservatively pleated lehenga is paired with a thoroughly embroidered blouse adorned with multi-coloured floral motifs and intricate detailing, making it a perfect match for the skirt.
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\n\nComing to the dupatta – it's a celebration of the Bandhani tradition, its ombre texture transitioning from turquoise to mint green. Brocade makes a re-entry here in an elaborate pallu, finished with delicate crystal-embellished coin tassels…
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