7 Celebrity-Favourite Lehenga Brands

Look no further than these designers whilst picking trendy yet unique lehengas

Designers like Sabyasachi and Manish Malhotra have long been synonymous with the opulent lehengas worn by Bollywood celebrities both on and off-screen. However, a new wave of emerging designers in India is captivating brides and celebrities alike with their unique sartorial aesthetics. These rising stars offer a fresh take on tradition, emphasising customisation, impeccable craftsmanship, and modern twists on classic silhouettes.

From the delicate florals of MulMul to the sensual silhouettes of ITRH, these designers are shaping the future of bridal lehengas for the contemporary Indian bride.

Mishru

Mishru blends elegance and innovation to create statement pieces with subtle details. Their collections feature off-white pearls and glass beads in a soft colour palette. Signature lehengas include intricate Kalamkari embroidery, fabric marbling, and 3D embroidery.

Rooted in Hyderabad's rich heritage, Mishru captures the essence of Nizamian, Persian-Mughal, Colonial, and Indo-Saracenic styles. Their Pearl Mirage Saree and Kalamkari Illusion Lehenga are examples of their distinctive design.

Torani 

Karan Torani's designs, inspired by fables and everyday beauty, reflect his grandmother's legacy and her simple Chanderi sarees that sparked his love for Indian handlooms. The house of Torani blends the richness of Indian mythology with modern aesthetics, preserving heritage while offering contemporary designs.

Using materials like rose silk, Jenny silk, silk organza, and cotton silk, each piece features intricate details such as gota, Zari embroidery, and hand adda work. Signature designs include a tasselled blouse with embellishments and crêpe silk creations inspired by tales like the myth of Arriva.

MulMul

Founded by Amita and Ajay Gupta, MulMul takes inspiration from the namesake mulmul fabric. The collections primarily feature scalloped and gold lace details with delicate zari floral embroidery. 

MulMul caters to the modern woman's need for comfort, using airy fabrics like organza and soft Shantoon lining, perfect for the Indian climate. The use of can-can adds playful volume without compromising on comfort.

Itrh

Led by designer Ridhi Bansal and creative director Mohit Rai, the label focuses on reviving ancient Indian crafts like Kalamkari, Madhubani, Chikankari, and Gota-weaving. Each ITRH creation is meticulously crafted with hand-painted, hand-dyed, and hand-embroidered details. ITRH blends modern touches with traditional elements, featuring lehengas adorned with crystals and sleek silhouettes.

Saundh

Saundh offers a bold take on tradition, creating summer staples for the style-conscious woman. Their designs feature vibrant colours and intricate smocking on flowy crepe fabrics, georgettes, and organza silks. Playful frilled lehengas add a fun touch, perfect for confident strides or a night out. Traditional mirror work and rich zari cords lend timeless elegance to each piece.

Jayanti Reddy

Jayanti Reddy reimagines heritage with hand-woven textiles, natural dyes, and timeless weaving techniques. Her celebrity lehengas designs consist of Flowing Banarasi lehengas with exquisite embroidery. Softness meets structure, creating pieces that are effortlessly chic and undeniably comfortable. Reddy's collection is cateogrised by a sense of fluidity with minimalist designs with a mixture of comfort. 

Seema Gujral

Seema Gujral specialises in contemporary and modern designs, blending tradition with cutting-edge style. Her creations feature detailed sequins, embroidery, geometric patterns, and crystal tassels. The Noori collection showcases her artistry, inspired by the essence of life. Using Swarovski beads, mirror work, and soft colour palettes, her lehengas blend elegance and refinement. Each piece combines pearls, bugle beads, and intricate patterns, redefining modern elegance.

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