The recently held Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) 2025 was a dazzling celebration of creativity, tradition, and style. The capital saw a star-studded event with Bollywood’s leading ladies embodying the essence of India’s evolving fashion narrative. From hand-painted silks to sequined drapes, these showstoppers offer endless inspiration for festive and wedding wardrobes this season.
Here’s how you can recreate their runway magic with your own twist.
Aditi Rao Hydari in Satya Paul
Aditi Rao Hydari’s appearance for Satya Paul was a masterclass in modern heritage. Wearing a hand-painted silk sari in hues of plum, scarlet, and navy, she personified elegance with a contemporary edge. The bold florals and fluid drape from the Night Garden collection is perfect for those looking to keep their festive look refined yet eye-catching. With minimal jewellery, dewy makeup, and a soft bun, let your sari be the statement piece and pair it with a sleek blouse or an experimental drape to modernize a traditional silhouette.
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Vaani Kapoor in Mahima Mahajan
Vaani Kapoor’s ethereal look for designer Mahima Mahajan’s Fanah Resort collection blended romance with spirituality. The flowing floral lehenga with a corset blouse captured the idea of surrendering to divine beauty and was inspired by the Sufi concept of fanā. The pastel and jewel tones, paired with delicate embellishments on silks and organza, made for an outfit that’s soft yet striking. An outfit like this is perfect for a mehendi or daytime wedding event, recreate this dreamy look with a pastel lehenga featuring light floral embroidery. Add dainty jewellery and let the corset blouse bring a structured contrast to your flowy skirt.
Diana Penty in Jigar & Nikita
Diana Penty brought understated luxury to the runway as she walked for Jigar & Nikita in a rose-pink lehenga featuring intricate pearl detailing and fluid fabrics. The look was both regal and refreshingly modern and perfect for cocktail nights or evening sangeets. To recreate this soft glam with jewel-toned lehengas, go for outfits featuring tassels, belts, or embroidered veils. Keep your hair soft and wavy to balance the structured silhouette with effortless ease.
Aneet Padda in Tarun Tahiliani
In true Tarun Tahiliani fashion, Aneet Padda’s metallic sequined sari-inspired ensemble shimmered with every move. The structured corsetry and Swarovski crystal embellishments brought a couture edge to Indian draping, marrying heritage with high fashion. This look was all about power and poise — ideal for a cocktail reception or high-glam evening event. Try a sequined pre-draped sari or a corset gown in metallic tones. Keep accessories minimal and go for a sleek choker or crystal earrings to complete the look.
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Tabu in Itrh
Bollywood actress Tabu closed the show for Itrh’s Noor collection in a deep emerald green anarkali with intricate zari and embroidery. The rich silk layers and Jadau jewellery embodied old-world bridal charm while the movement of the ghaghra added drama. The look celebrated the transformation of a woman into a radiant bride and is a perfect inspo for weddings and grand festivities. One can go for jewel-toned anarkalis or layered lehengas with traditional handwork and pair them with statement heritage jewellery and a sleek low bun to let the craftsmanship shine.
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