The spectacle that is the grand Indian wedding dominated global headlines last year, fueled by Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s marathon nuptials that dominated our collective social media feeds. And while the scale of the typical wedding can run the gamut, from an intimate ceremony on a white sandy beach to a mammoth production at a five-star venue, what doesn’t change is the attention to detail and cultural personalization that goes into every element of the big day.
Honoring this rich legacy, the Vogue Wedding Atelier presented by HSBC makes its debut in India this August, an invite-only experience bringing together the country’s leading bridal couture designers and high jewelry brands, along with experts and bespoke luxury services all under one roof. Slated to take place from August 8 to 10, the showcase will be held at the historic Taj Palace in New Delhi and is hosted by Vogue India.
Indian couturier Manish Malhotra, whose designs are beloved by celebrities from Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt to Kim and Khloe Kardashian, will be creating an immersive experience that gives invitees a peek inside his creative process. “I’ve always believed that bridal fashion is about emotions, traditions, and personal expression, and that’s exactly what we’re bringing. You’ll see pieces that embody the essence of wedding couture: from exquisitely detailed lehengas to refined sherwanis, exclusive creations made just for the Vogue Wedding Atelier, showcasing the finest craftsmanship and a deeply personal touch,” says Malhotra. And that’s not all; his high jewelry collection for both men and women, including tiered necklaces, intricate brooches and collar pins, will also find space in the showcase.
Fresh from his emotional and deeply personal Paris Couture Week show—one that brought some in the audience to tears—fashion maverick Gaurav Gupta has grand ambitions for his Vogue Wedding Atelier showcase. “Brides will experience the vision behind our couture—sculptural drapes, intricate embroideries, and a contemporary take on Indian bridalwear. They can also expect newer art nouveau-inspired embroideries, bringing a fresh dimension to our signature aesthetic, alongside some of our bestselling concept saris and gowns,” says Gupta.
Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, the beloved designer duo synonymous with reviving and contemporizing embroidery techniques, will also mark their presence at the Vogue Wedding Atelier. Invitees can expect one-of-a-kind couture experiments that dig deep into India’s textile heritage, but find new expressions for the modern bride.
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