There’s a lot to be said about Shweta Bachchan Nanda’s bridal style, which was characterised by her ‘more is more’ vibe, and which grabbed the attention at Anant and Radhika Ambani’s wedding. The high-profile event, replete with opulence and grandeur, saw Shweta dressed in head-to-toe gold in an outfit designed by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla, and styled by Who Wear What When.
Her golden ethnic look is a masterclass in maximalism that combines traditional craftsmanship with intriguing historical references. The star-studded wedding may be over, but we are still in awe of Shweta’s elaborate outfit. Read on as we decipher her golden details one by one.
Shweta AJSK Gold Scarf Ghagra came with a royal Byzantine inspired blouse
For Anant and Radhika’s big day, Shweta donned a rustic crushed gold fabric multi-panel ghagra that featured royal gota work on its border, accentuated by vibrant pink and green.
The floor-skimming, shimmering skirt is a stunner in itself. But what really made the ensemble stand out was a blouse that looked like armour. It created a steely contrast to the exquisite silk ghagra and the generous 17-foot dupatta that fell elegantly over her shoulders.
Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla are known for their gold sculpted designs and Shweta’s blouse is one of their masterpieces. Crafted with gold and silver sequins and embellished with eye-catching beading on the short sleeves, the blouse forms ornate patterns reminiscent of artwork from the ancient Byzantine era.
Finished with a cropped length and a backless detail with a tasselled bow, the gorgeous blouse brought a whole new texture to Shweta’s ethnic look.
Shweta Bachchan’s accessories with a Jadau choker that made her look like a queen
A maximalist ensemble isn’t complete without statement jewellery, and Shweta didn’t disappoint. She chose a one-of-a-kind Jadau choker that extended all the way to cover her shoulders and back.
This extravagant necklace epitomizes the age-old appreciation of Jadau, a jewelry-making technique that originated in the Mughal era and involves painstakingly inlaying precious stones in gold.
Shweta’s necklace is extraordinarily intricate, crafted as a mosaic of delicate gold circles adorned with jewels that increase in size as they wrap around her from her neck down, with green teardrop-shaped gems dangling at the ends. The heavy necklace made Shweta look like a legendary warrior queen, dressed in all her refined elegance.
Solitaire earrings, Jada braid and radiant glamour balanced Shweta’s edgy look.
The trick to achieving a look like Shweta’s is to maintain balance. In her case, she achieved this by ditching the jhumkas, the classic festive outfit, and opting for discreet and elegant diamond earrings. They could be seen sparkling from a distance and definitely looked part of her opulent ensemble without overwhelming it.
Shweta also used her hair and makeup to make her outfit more harmonious. Keeping with the gold theme, she sported a long, middle-parted braid adorned with white mogra and entwined with a phool jada with golden tassels.
She also highlighted the hues of her ghagra with stacks of bangles, a hot pink lip and a micro bindi, further refining her flawless look with a rosy blush and heavily kohl-lined eyes.
An amalgamation of cultures spanning from East to West, from old to new, Shweta Bachchan’s ethnic splendour doesn’t hesitate to break the norms of bridal fashion. While it may not be everyone’s cup of tea, no one can deny her bold attitude.
Her look takes a lot of seriousness to pull off. She proves that she is the daughter of Bollywood’s first family and that nothing ordinary can ever be good enough, especially when it comes to gracing the biggest event of the decade. If we can take anything away from her spectacular look, it’s that this wedding season needs to be more extravagant and experimental.
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