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.
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THE NEW-AGE BRIDE IS CONFIDENT, BOLD, AND WANTS TO BREAK WITH TRADITION. She will wear a lehenga for the wedding but her makeup is in striking colours. She has to, because her outfit is no longer red, but a neon pink. The dupatta is part of the ensemble, but is thrown off as soon as the party gets going. This September, our special guest editors Shantanu and Nikhil not only epitomise the millennial bride, they define her. She is their Raj-Kumari. “It’s about breaking the stereotype. It’s anti-trend, and very millennial-focused. It’s all about reversing the philosophy of tradition, and modernising it through some craziness and spunk.”— SHANTANU AND NIKHIL FROM THE EDITOR Q: For the September issue of Bride’s Today we wanted the bride to look like a princess,…
• The latest in fashion • What to buy & how to wear it • Your ultimate shopping list GREEN REVOLUTION Nature’s favourite colour was lush on the runway this year, in shades of deep forest green, bright lime, and earthy sage. For your reception, turn to Amit Aggarwal’s sari gown with the shimmer and structured drape. Or try Sulakshana Monga’s sharara ensemble with foliage embellished on the torso. The great outdoors have never looked prettier. CINCHED IN Take inspiration from the hottest bridal accessory of the year: The belt. Designers played with a host of options, be it floral versions by Rahul Mishra, thin bands by Pankaj & Nidhi, or the jewelled kamarbandh by Tarun Tahiliani. Wear the waistband over your lehenga, sari, or anarkali—it’s a great way to…
It only made sense for Gaurav Gupta to have a sparkling celebration for 15 years in fashion: He launched his maiden line of couture bridal jewellery using rare diamonds, rubies, emeralds, opals, and tanzanite from Burma, Botswana, Colombia, and Hyderabad. The 50 pieces—including necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, and ear-cuffs—have been designed for the different events of a wedding, and can be worn with Indian or western silhouettes. “I have always loved jewellery,” he says. “The Gaurav Gupta Occasions Fine Jewellery pieces are inspired by Art Nouveau, the Victorian era, nature, mythical creatures, and traces of Indian heritage. There are classic necklaces that sit elegantly just below the collar bone, as well as styles that can be paired with a classic pant-suit silhouette," he adds. There are options for both the…
Celebrate the start of your new lives together with cheerful interiors for the home. For a playful addition, consider the made-to-order carpets by Jaipur Rugs—the Jaipur Wunderkammer collection in collaboration with Italian transmedia designer Matteo Cibic. These hand tufted rugs are inspired by the Pink City, and designs include mischievious monkeys, moustachioed Rajasthani men, and vibrant architectural elements. Each piece is made in wool and viscose, and can be personalised to the dimensions of your room. “With this range, I wanted to do storytelling through dreams; something whimsical that makes your life a bit more special everyday," says Cibic. Available at Jaipurrugs.com…
Bachelorettes and beach getaways call for jewellery that is versatile yet dressy enough for the entire vacation. Luxury brand Lladró’s second edition of hand-crafted porcelain pieces is perfect for the occasion, as it is inspired by the ocean and finished in 925 silver and three microns of gold plating. The Aquarium Collection includes earrings, pendants, rings, and bracelets in the likeness of the coral reef, and the matte blue and gold colours make for an elegant addition to your holiday style. Available at the brand’s boutiques, authorised retail outlets, and at Lladro.com…
