Fusion Sherwani To Classic Gown: Inside Alia Bhatt's Perfect Bridesmaid Looks
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After Cannes, Alia Bhatt attended her best friend's wedding in Spain. She served fashion goals as she nailed the bridesmaid glam with panache.
Right after Alia Bhatt made a spectacular debut at the Cannes Film Festival, the actor flew straight to Spain to attend her best friend, Tanya Saha Gupta's wedding. Surrounded by her girl gang and lots of love, Alia was the perfect bridesmaid. From bandhani lehengas to a contemporary take on the sherwani, Alia's lookbook was refreshing.
Taking to her Instagram, Alia Bhatt shared a series of pictures from Tanya's wedding in Spain. She wrote, 'There's nothing softer, stronger or more sparkly than a group of girls watching their best friend marry the love of her life. The most beautiful wedding, the most beautiful bride and hearts fuller than we knew possible. Some places just feel like home – ours is wherever we are together." The pictures showed Alia having the time of her life in a picturesque setting with the bride and the other bridesmaids. The pictures exuded the warmth of female friendships.
Let's break down Alia's bridesmaid looks.
For the mehendi celebration, Alia embraced vibrant tradition in a multicoloured bandhani lehenga designed by Arpita Mehta. The lehenga, featuring a voluminous kalidar silhouette it was paired with a mirrorwork corset-style blouse reminiscent of classic Gujarati craftsmanship. The blouse stood out with its cropped fit and seashell-embroidered hem. Adding a playful touch, she carried a matching multicoloured handbag with a strap made from the same fabric as her blouse. Completing the boho-glam look, a purple bandhani bandana was tied stylishly over her hair, paired effortlessly with gold-rimmed Gucci sunglasses and silver floral stud earrings from Tribe Amrapali.
For the sangeet and baraat, Alia wore a coordinated look consisting of a sari-style pleated skirt, a pearl-detailed cropped blouse, and a menswear-inspired sherwani – all in an elegant ivory palette. The chiffon high-waisted skirt by Shantanu & Nikhil evoked a modern sari drape, while the structured sherwani jacket, worn open, added a layer of regality with its intricate dori embroidery, pearl accents, and delicate motifs of flora and fauna. A Mandarin collar lent it a tailored edge. Accessories included a pearl-embellished rectangular clutch by the designer duo, a white kundan and bead choker, and signature Gucci sunglasses.
For the wedding, Alia opted for a striking statement in a custom black gown by Rahul Mishra. The off-shoulder design featured intricate embellishment, a dramatic peplum on one side, and a thigh-high slit that added a sultry flair. Rhea Kapoor styled the final bridal morning look with sparkling closed-toe heels and standout floral stud earrings adorned with Swarovski crystals, making the ensemble a blend of edgy sophistication and couture glamour.
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June 06, 2025, 09:35 IST
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