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Don't miss Neeta Lulla's spectacular show from the final day of Lakme Fashion Week, which saw a stunning collection of ethnicwear blaze on the runway. Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Inspired by the beauty of Krishna's divine consort, the goddess Radha, designer Neeta Lulla offered up traditional Indian designs at their best at the LFW last night.
The collection of lehengas, cholis and dupattas sailed onto the runway in gorgeous, vibrant colours, complemented by kundan necklaces, chandelier earrings, maang tikkas and bangles from Forever Jewellery.
What's more, the show opened up with a special re-enactment of the Radha-Krishna romance by one of the most well-known faces in the country...read on.
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Bollywood's one and only Dream Girl Hema Malini opened the show with an Odissi dance performance alongside Raul D'Souza.
In a classic white and gold lehenga and wearing exquisite jewellery, Nethra Raghuraman takes to the runway.
Kavita Kharayat is the perfect Indian bride in peach and white, flowers and jewels complementing her backless ensemble.
Contrast comes into play with this green and red embroidered beauty, set off by a purple dupatta.
The designer offers up a lovely nude number, the choli sporting pleats and sheer detailing, along with rich traditional embroidery.
Wearing two diamond-studded necklaces and a floral design, Surelee Joseph strikes a pose.
Lulla focuses on polka-dotted detailing with these two creations in pink and black, one a fishtail and the other pleated.
Crystal work shimmers and shines on this brown lehenga as it catches the light, while the red dupatta adds the bridal touch.
The colour scheme of the collection ranged from pales and ivories to vivacious citrus tones.
Alesia Raut is a vision in this fabulous flowing lehenga with contrast choli.
Sparkling metallic cholis with bold cuts were a trademark feature, setting off various colours and silhouettes.
Ethnicwear can look sexy too and this splendid statement-making ensemble drives the point home.
Nethra steps into the limelight once again with a neon lehenga featuring pastel appliques.
Lulla takes to the runway with Diva Dhawan, as her 'Radha' collection receives thunderous applause.