I’M IN LOVE!

I recently fell for a little romance. It was a love so deep, I was most tempted to trade in my husband for…oh, I couldn’t choose which one! The lilac lehenga, or the pale blue gown…or that fiery red anarkali?

It was near-impossible to choose ONE, I’ll tell you that.

No prizes for guessing what I fell in love with – Shyamal & Bhumika’s new collection of the most delicately beautiful Indian wear, fittingly titled “A Little Romance”. With all the romantic hues of fiery red love to pale blues and soft lilacs, it’s a dreamy collection for the princess bride.

Breath-taking, gorgeous, stunning – even these sound like a bit of an underestimation to describe the sheer beauty of it all. The designers categorise this collection as “vintage and period couture with a timeless elegance. The designs will make heads turn, and it’s something out of the ordinary for your special day.”

I loved more than a dozen pieces, and put them all together for you to browse at leisure. The remaining 40 odd outfits from the collection, including pre-draped saris, lehengas, anarkalis and gowns are available right after the Top Picks.

More details on the exact silhouettes, colours, fabrics and embroidery used in this collection can be found at the end of the post.

I hope you’re inspired to create your own fairytale trousseau after seeing this!

PS. These cost a pretty penny, but lusting over couture is an addiction we can’t seem to shake off 🙂

Top Picks: Anarkalis & Gowns

The colour, simplicity and beauty will work well for a bride’s trousseau and on a wedding guest

Wear the puffed sleeves and dreamy blue hue to your roka or Engagement

Two pale blue anarkalis for your trousseau

Gowns in all hues for your Roka, Engagement or Reception ceremony

A beautiful red anarkali for your trousseau

Top Picks: Lehengas

In increasing order of heaviness

A chocolate brown lehenga – yay or nay?

Red & pink never looked so good together! For your Sangeet ceremony this Winter

For the morning bride, a mint green and pink wedding lehenga ❤ ❤

Heavy lilac lehenga, completely plain raw silk blouse and a touch of pink with the sheer dupatta = Bridal Perfection

What should a bride wear on her Reception? THIS.

The Remaining Collection: Anarkalis & Gowns

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The Remaining Collection: Lehengas & Saris

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All The Little Details

Silhouettes

Voluminous silhouettes, fitted bodices, layered and controlled gathers, pleating, waist clinched elongated yokes, hour glass cuts, contoured jackets, empire line maxi dresses, embroidered bias panels, crop blouses, evening gowns and illusion sleeves with ankle grazing outfits.

For bride who likes a little extra dimension, figure accentuation, designs that highlight her natural curves, textured ruffles and floor sweeping flares of cascading tulle

Embroidery

Vintage inspired surface ornamentation, satin thread work, intricate beading, sparkly sequins and pearls over flat gold textures and handcrafted embroideries give the creations an opulent Indian feel, while staying true to their European aesthetic.

Colours

Whispering blue, pale peach, cardinal red, canary green, ink blue, pale lilac, grape purple, almond cream, hedge green, white asparagus, castor grey and champagne gold to suit every taste and personality.

Fabrics

A variety of raw silks, delicate tulle, silk organza, silk georgettes, chiffons and other sheer fabrics for a fairy tale feel

Price Range

These beauties do not come cheap. Starting at INR 80,000, this couture collection goes all the way up to 3 lakh.

Where to Buy

Ahmedabad | 1 Aashkha (Ground Floor), Next to H.C.G (Medisurge) Hospital, Mithakali | Call +91-79-26562600 or +91-9833520520

Mumbai | Ground floor, Mohammedbhai Mansion (next to Crossword), Below Kemps Corner flyover, N.S. Patkar Marg, Cumballa Hill | Call +91-9833525200

Does this collection fulfil YOUR dream wedding trousseau dreams?