Harper’s Bazaar Bride is the ultimate guide for luxury weddings. Here is every modern bride’s ‘go-to’ magazine for the best in Indian and international couture, trousseau shopping, jewellery, wedding décor, gifting, beauty and much more.
It is time to usher in a new season, one laced with warmer evenings and the heady fragrance of mogra [Arabian Jasmine]. In the world of poetry, spring is the time for love…and in the world of weddings, it is the time for dreamy celebrations against lush gardens and sundowner functions that continue deep into the night. This issue comes with an extra serving of springtime romance, and whether you are a bride-to-be or a guest-in-waiting, you will find inspiration aplenty. Brides who are looking to make a departure from the quintessential red lehenga will be swept away by a very special fashion feature, which includes striking Indianwear in every colour of the rainbow. While we are on a subject of colour, I urge you to consider a dramatic wash…
All prices are upon request. Models: Sheryl at Anima Creative Management, and Priya at Feat. Artists. Hair and Make-up: Shaan. Concept and production: Stylattire. Assistant: Archita Elwadhi.…
THE MEHENDI TINA KAKKAD DHANAK LUXURY LIFE STYLE DIGITAL CREATOR “My look is from Gulabo by Abu Sandeep—a wrap, cropped top teamed with a skirt featuring gota patti that is synonymous with their designs. I love that the fabric is cotton-linen and yet so festive and easy to style. I last wore this outfit to a destination mehendi function, and teamed it with emerald-and-gold danglers from Blue Turban. Lehenga-skirts are my favourite; I love how gorgeous they make you feel, and this one is both festive and timeless. For mehendi functions, I tend to wear drapes, kaftans, and crop tops. I enjoy mixing and matching traditional elements with contemporary pieces like skirts, shirts, and wrap tops. For a wedding function, however, you’ll find me in a sari (I have inherited…
CELEBRATING THE JOYS OF SUMMER Consider these wedding separates by Payal Singhal X Indya Day weddings call for pretty pastels and happy prints, and those who subscribe to the view should consider the capsule range created by Mumbai-based designer Payal Singhal for ethnic wear label Indya. The collection features sharara sets, lehengas, pre-draped saris, and more, each including her signature floral pattern and subtle embroidery. Easy on the pocket, here is an affordable way to add a designer creation to your wardrobe. Available at houseofindya.com REINVENTING TIME Fendi's signature Fendimania and Selleria timepieces have been given a playful update with a strap in the Maison's iconic, yellow hue. The Cuoio Romano leather strap used here pays homage to the material that was first included in the brand's trunks and suitcases…
MAHARANI MEHTAB KAUR OF PATIALA Simple yet impactful, the Maharani of Patiala’s look was a delightful marriage between simplicity in dress and opulent jewellery. As is evident in this photograph from the 1940s, her carefully-crafted style plays with lines and angles: the tiara adds length to the face, as do the dangling earrings and the longer diamond necklace that has been layered with a choker necklace. The beautiful diamond cuffs are accompanied by large rings that house a coloured, precious stone in them. Finally, the chiffon sari with a lightening-like pattern and her painted nails complete the look to perfection. MAHARANI INDIRA DEVI OF BARODA & COOCH BEHAR The 18-year-old, strong-willed Indira was already engaged to the then Maharaja of Gwalior when she met the younger brother of the Maharaja…
A MODERN ELEMENT Polkis, kundans, and pearls hold an irreplaceable spot in the Indian trousseau. Make the traditional standout even more by giving it a modern upgrade: mix and match the three gemstones, in bright colours and more au-courant designs, like here. THE ART OF LAYERING Your style doesn't always need to be excessive. Consider simpler, statement pieces, in bold hues, for an equally-impactful appearance. A single-string neckpiece lends itself perfectly to layering, especially with chokers or bib necklaces. AT FIRST BLUSH Heighten your feminine charm with jewellery in shades of pink—a refreshing way to elevate pastel ensembles, by including pieces in different shades of the rosy hue or in combination with other colours. A particular favourite is teaming the hue with a cream ensemble for a day function. A…
