Moneycontrol News | April 26. 2024 | Images: @manishmalhotraworld, @ranveersingh, @kritisanon/Instagram)
For his latest show in Benaras with actress Kriti Sanon and actor Ranveer Singh, Bollywood's top designer, Manish Malhotra made the gorgeous Bollywood pair strut down the ramp in handcrafted Benarasi couture
The collection’s theme, Benarasi Sari - A tapestry of Indian culture and craftsmen, was a perfect ode to the classic Benarasi textile, with the two A-list actors playing picture-perfect muses for the designer
Manish re-created the OG vibe of the ancient town at the ghats, and celebrated the timeless beauty of Benarasi weaves and its rich craftsmanship for his latest showcase
As a showstopper, Kriti Sanon was an absolute vision in her red and golden Benarasi silk lehenga and made a statement with her Indian bridal look
She rocked a kurti-style blouse with a flared lehenga skirt with an elegant maang tikka for that added touch of perfection
Ranveer Singh, on the other hand, went for a kurta style sherwani and draped dhoti combo in gold and plum shades to display the work of master weavers in his couture ensemble
Both the actors posted about their experience on their social media, and received rave reviews from their fans for promoting the traditional textiles and colours of India
If you too are fans of the delicate and timeless Benarasi weaves and can’t get enough of it, here are some tips to rock that sari or lehenga with confidence and style in the summer
Lightweight fabrics: Look for Benarasi fabrics in lightweight materials like silk-cotton blends or pure cotton. They'll keep you cool and comfortable even in the summer heat
Flowy silhouettes: Go for flowy silhouettes like lehengas or anarkalis that allow for easy breezy movement. They'll keep you feeling fresh and airy all day long
Minimal accessories: Keep your accessories light and minimal to let your Benarasi outfit shine. A statement piece like a maang tikka or jhumkas can add that extra oomph without weighing you down