9 celeb-approved ways to shine in velvet sarees and suits this winter wedding season
This winter wedding season, opt for velvet ensembles to stand out. Several celebrities have embraced the silhouette in designs that are both timeless and trendy. If you need some inspiration, look no further.
Aditi Rao Hydari Pick a dual-toned silk velvet saree like Aditi Rao Hydari. She shines in a plum and peacock drape with dazzling intricate embroidery, paired with a stylish sleeveless corset blouse. Wrapped beautifully around her frame, it’s festive and gorgeous for weddings. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
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Sobhita Dhulipala Look mesmerising in a plum silk velvet kaftan like Sobhita Dhulipala. It’s modern and chic, with an effortless design that flows from the shoulders to the ankles. The plunging neckline, intricately embroidered yoke, and surface motifs grab attention and enhance the ensemble’s appeal. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
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Shehnaaz Gill Rock a bright, striking blue velvet suit this winter. Shehnaaz leads the way by sporting one. While the shirt is sans embroidery, it features a dramatic border at the bottom, teamed with matching trousers and a sheer dupatta with boots and a border. Perfect to take inspiration from! (Picture Credit: Instagram)
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Sophie Choudry Stand out in a velvet saree like Sophie, who looks mesmerising in the dual-toned drape adorned with mirror work on the borders and a golden matching strapless corset. She proves why velvet is the fabric of the season and can look utterly glamorous. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Trisha Krishnan Opt for an unconventional deep coffee velvet saree, delicately embroidered with floral cutdana borders. Trisha looks glamorous in the drape paired with a fully embellished halter blouse featuring a statement keyhole neckline. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
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Madhuri Dixit A velvet suit is the most graceful addition to any wardrobe, and Madhuri shows us why. She looks elegant in a velvet suit paired with an organza dupatta, both pieces carry antique gold dori and embellished hand embroidery, making it look festive. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
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Janhvi Kapoor If you have a pashmina saree, amp it up for your shaadi outings by pairing it with a luxe velvet blouse. While Janhvi’s saree is a celebration of Kashmiri craft with its dazzling motifs, the blouse enhances its royal appeal with its embroidery. Add a statement necklace and you’re ready to step out in style. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
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Nora Fatehi This stunning piece is for all brides. Nora makes for a stunning bride in a rich velvet skirt adorned with intricate floral embroidery and a scalloped border, worn with a matching blouse detailed with contrasting geometric and linear patterns. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Kajal Aggarwal Not just suits and sarees — a velvet lehenga is just as glamorous a pick. Kajal stuns in a wine-hued number with breathtaking gold embroidery on the skirt and blouse. This one’s totally steal-worthy for the wedding season. (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Gursimran Kaur Banga is a Delhi-based content creator, editor and storyteller.
