A bevy of Bollywood beauties turned up the heat in the capital city.
The eighth edition of the India Runway Week was held at Tyagaraj Sports Complex in Delhi.
The three-day fashion extravaganza turned into a platform of opportunities for both young and established designers who showcased their summer and festive collections.
Presenting the showstoppers who glammed up the event.
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IMAGE: Swara Bhaskar put her fashion foot forward in a thigh slit blue skirt flaunting statement accessories designed by Akassh K Aggarwal's Subhashini Ornamentals.
The Tribe Vibe collection was aimed at fierce, independent women who lived life on their own terms.
Photograph: Kind courtesy Akassh K Aggarwal/Instagram
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IMAGE: Day Two of the fashion week was dedicated to reviving the handlooms and fabrics of India.
Gauahar Khan looked stunning in a contemporary handloom creation by designer duo Vinita and Chetan.
All photographs: Kind courtesy India Runway Week
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IMAGE: Shamita Shetty looked ethereal in a studded white ensemble, walking for label Ruttba by Ritambhara Paliya.
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IMAGE: Mannara Chopra made a surprise entry for designer Harsha Bindu Nuthakki in a two-toned sleeveless white gown with a printed cape.
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IMAGE: Harsha's summer collection was inspired by kiwi fruit and toucan bird motifs.
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IMAGE: Poonam Dhillon looked excited to lead the runway for Neha Choudhary.
She wore a grey and black sari with a full sleeved blouse from the designer's collection.
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IMAGE: Bigg Boss contestant Nitibha Kaul made a scorching debut on the ramp in a layered gold gown. The ex-Google employee looked confident and pleased about her new role.
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IMAGE: Nitibha walked for Delhi-based designer Shivani Jain.
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IMAGE: Indian kathak dancer Shovana Narain was the showstopper for designer Gaurika Sharma’s Soutache.
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IMAGE: The danseuse looked elegant in a black handloom sari with zari border.