Designer Manish Malhotra presented a special wedding collection as the opening show of Lakme Fashion Week 2020 Digital First Season Fluid Edition.
To celebrate 10 years of his association with the non-profit Mijwan Foundation, the designer chose to do a fundraiser.
The Ruhaaniyat collection saluted India's incredible artisans and craftsmen.
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Kartik Aryan looked charming as the muse headlining the collection. Photographs: Kind courtesy Lakme Fashion Week/Instagram
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Dressed in a gold sherwani with kundan jewellery, Kartik looked like a prince in waiting.
WATCH: Glimpses from Manish's Ruhaaniyat collection. VIDEO: Kind courtesy Lakme Fashion Week
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Manish has aesthetically blended the vibrancy of Punjab, the magnificence of Awadh and Kutch into fine embellishements.
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The designer played with opulent fabrics like cotton, silk, Mashru, velvet and muslin to create some gorgeous designs.
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From traditional kurtas to khada dupattas and ghararas, the bridal line had some bright options to pick from. The line featured izar salwars and the grand Jama angarkhas as well.
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There were signature hand embroidered lehengas with gold and zari detailing every bride will love.
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When blended with statement jewellery, the outfits made a stunning impression.
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