Isha Ambani Bandhani Gown: Everyone is talking about this pink dress of Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani's daughter due to...
The real magic? It's not just luxury, it's legacy. The gown uses the traditional Bandhani dye technique from Kutch, Gujarat. The fabric was painstakingly hand-crafted by Indian artisans, months in the making, and is a celebration of deep-rooted culture presented on a global stage. Is this just Fashion or cultural diplomacy?
More than a fashion moment, this is Esha doing what she does best, championing Indian craftsmanship on the world map. For years now, she's been an understated ambassador of Indian textiles. Her fashion isn't loud; it whispers of lineage, labour, and love.
Stylist Anaita Shroff Adajania points out that this look subtly nods to the 2012 'Project Renaissance' by Vogue India and Roberto Cavalli, which explored how Indian handlooms could elevate luxury fashion. This past collaboration likely informed the gown's creative direction too, blending nostalgia with novelty. But what about the jewellery?
Of course, the look wasn't complete without exquisite jewels, it's the Ambani way. Esha paired her gown with statement earrings by Hanut Singh, featuring noble pink sapphires, emeralds, diamonds, and intricate enamel detailing.
She kept the rest minimal, a few carefully chosen rings that allowed the gown's embroidery to shine through, adding just the right amount of sparkle to the modern-maharani vibe.
Esha Ambani isn't just wearing couture, she's curating it. Each piece she dons is part of a larger dialogue: one that brings India's craft to global conversations in subtle but unforgettable ways.
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