A delicate affair

Divya Reddy’s collection, titled Shahibzadi, was a symphony of regal glamour on the runway. Flowing white lehengas, with discreetly embroidered knee-length dresses appeared on the ramp, while white floor-skimming gowns were presented with stylish yellow capes.

The ensembles, created from konda patti (wild mountain cotton), were woven by the locals of Adilabad forest. Divyaalso used Madhepur Tussar, a favourite of the small town in Telangana (where the designer hails from) which is a summer cooler for the body.

“It’s summer and people like something breathable and I used to do something which was more along the wedding line, so this time I decided to do something summer friendly. I chose Malaika (Arora Khan) because I don’t think anyone can look younger than her right now,” she beamed.

The detailing that appeared regularly in the collection was reserved to pleating that edged tiers of gowns, lehengas, sleeves, hemlines and blouses. The constant appearance of floral embroidery complemented the delicate feminine charm of the ensembles.

The collection’s colour story was muted with white, ecru, and lilacs that moved gracefully to mauve, yellow, and then finally bright red for the regal lehengas, kurtas, layered skirts and gowns.

A sensuous Malaika floated down the ramp in a red low cut choli, with a yellow tiered, and pleated lehenga, as well as a matching georgette dupatta splashed with glitter, to end the show. “I think the outfit is absolutely stunning, I normally favour very neutral palettes, and when Divya showed me the outfit I almost jumped at the opportunity to wear something so colourful for a change. It felt nice to be wearing an Indian after a long time,” Malaika smiled.