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Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
When you think of Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla, certain images instantly come to mind – bright colours, swirling fabric, elegant cuts and stunning use of gold embroidery.
At The Golden Peacock, a special evening of couture presented by the designer duo for the Sahachari Foundation, they showcased their incredible journey in the field of fashion.
Seen here is model Jesse Randhawa in a figure hugging anarkali that ends in a voluminous skirt that’s both feminine and flirty.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
In this classic Abu-Sandeep creation, the swirling cobalt blue Anarkali is a perfect background for the intricate peacock motifs.
The slight hint of red that borders this traditional outfit only adds to its beauty.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
These outfits are a magnificent combination of two starkly contrasting colours.
The black serves as the perfect background for the dancing girls, the jewellery patterns and the leaves that swirl, in vivid gold, across these two Abu Jani-Sandip Khosla creations.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
The peacock-inspired sari blouse could easily be matched with a skirt or a pair of trousers for a fun evening out.
For now, the designers have chosen to embroider it with this beautifully embroidered sari.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
White, clearly, need not be boring!
Each panel on this ghagra has a unique design.
The thick gold and silver border, the lightly designed waistband, the gold-flecked blouse make it perfect festive wear.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
A Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla’s hallmark masterpiece, this one incorporates embroidered lace, an intricate wrap and a dull gold salwar.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
The heavy embroidery, the rich red background… no one will be able to take their eyes off this beautiful bride.
But she’s also making a quiet statement – check out the sleeveless blouse.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
The duo re-invent their own design to create this beautiful, yet comfortable kurta that’s perfectly suited for the warm Indian climate.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
The brilliant use of mirrors lends this bright pink kurta a luminous feels.
Don’t miss the intricate embroidery on the churidar as well.
Simply exquisite: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla's bridal creations
From floor-length flared anarkalis, ghagras, sherwanis and sarees, the collection had it all.
Jaya Bachchan and Asha Parekh with Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla
The Bachchan family, who are strong supporters of the designer duo, was represented by matriarch Jaya.
Yesteryear actress Asha Parekh, too, made an appearance.
Sridevi with Boney Kapoor
The stunning Sridevi dropped in with hubby Boney Kapoor. But where, oh where, was daughter Jahnavi?
Sonali Bendre with Gayatri Oberoi
The beautiful Sonali Bendre strikes a pose with Gayatri Oberoi (who gave up Bollywood for married bliss after her debut film, the Shah Rukh Khan starrer, Swades).
Chanda Kochhar with daughter Aarti
The managing director and CEO of ICICI bank takes a step out of the world of finance.
Chanda Kochhar was spotted at the show with her beautiful daughter, Aarti.