Designer Arpita Mehta's Latest Bridal Collection Has Our Heart!
BY Bhakti Parekh | 22 Jan, 2025 | 814 views | 4 min read
Are you a 'cool-girl', easy-going bride-to-be looking to slay your D-Day look while staying true to your carefree personality? If this resonates with you, we have some great news! A new-age fashion force and couturier, Arpita Mehta's captivating, signature minimalist fare showcases and accentuates feminine silhouettes through the confluence of ethnic and contemporary attires. While her stellar designs have evolved since she launched her brand in 2009, they still retain an element of rawness and elegance that exudes authenticity. Known for their hand-embroidered mirror work ensembles in vogueish cuts and eclectic colour palettes, this label's latest collection, Nazara, is quite an alluring treat that will make your bridal dreams come true!
Image Via: Arpita Mehta Official
From citing the glorified Mughal influences, to the rich stately weaves and artisanal craftsmanship of diverse regions, this stellar creation truly gives you a deep-seated 'Nazara' or perspective that ostentatiously portrays and heralds age-old traditions and heritage with exemplary aplomb! Be it their drop-dead gorgeous, timeless range of bridal Lehengas, or Sarees, here are some trousseau staples that you will not regret splurging on as each narrates a story and every contour embodies a legacy.
Soothing, Pastel, And Ivory Tones And Mirrorwork Attires Are Trending This Season
Video Via: Arpita Mehta Official
Video Via: Arpita Mehta Official
Image Via: Arpita Mehta Official
Ufff, we're totally blown over with these subtly crafted masterpieces. Deep-rooted in the lavish cultural ethos of Indian craftsmanship, reflective mirrorwork, traditionally known as "shisha" embroidery, which originated in Gujarat and Rajasthan, are just some of the ornate embellishments that enliven these bridal ensembles. Designed in muted undertones like rose pink, light mauve, sea blue, and ivory, there's something enchanting about these Lehenga and Saree sets that marvelously appeals to the contemporary bride! From the versatile necks and charmingly synched backs to the interplay of luxe ethnic textures like the eternally beautiful Benarasi silk fabric, and conventional embroidery like cut dana or Zari amongst others, every delicate embellishment tells a beautiful story woven in a myriad dreams, whispering tales of lifelong love and togetherness.
Moreover, lending these timeless pieces a playful touch, how surreal do the cascading mirrored 3D embroidered and meticulously appliqued floral tassels attached to the Lehenga and back look? (P.S. Imagine swirling away to its featherlike rhythm as you prepare to say 'I Do'!) Lastly, the organza veil embellished with a love-glazed message, 'To Infinity and Beyond,' is just a heartwarmingly endearing addition to your bridal finery!
Woven In A Symphony Of Colors, Craft, And Bandhani Love
Images Via: Arpita Mehta Official
Another vibrant and intricate tie-dye textile, the colourful Bandhani craftsmanship originates from Gujarat and Rajasthan. Replete with its distinctive dot patterns and bold colours, this beautiful artistry is often seen as a cherished handloom, preserving the integrity of our boisterous culture, passed down through generations. Making use of this art form, the designer pays homage to her native land through design. From its delicate bandhs and intricate designs to the signature mirror and cut dana hand embroidery, this collection beautifully merges these age-old gems with a modern perspective, making it accessible to the women of today!
Be it the enticing Bandhani Multithread and Cutdana Heavy Tiered Ruffled Saree Sets in orange and gold, or pink and rose gold, respectively, or their reverence-evoking traditional red and gold bridal Bandhani Saree, nothing celebrates modern elegance more, than wrapping the bride in a tapestry of culture and grace as she embraces new beginnings!
Images Via: Arpita Mehta Official
Looking for festive-first outfits to don as you make appearances with your soulmate as a bonafide stylish, yet urbane Missus in town? From traditional lunches to Diwali card parties and more, these gorgeous light yellow and light blue cut dana and multithread long, hand-embroidered kurta sets, paired with phenomenal Bandhani dupattas will fetch you some glowin' compliments and approving glances and how!
On second thought, not just for brides, but this collection has quite a few captivating pieces for bridesmaids too, doesn't it? Do you agree?
All Images Via Arpita Mehta Official