What is the second most stressful thing for brides, after choosing a groom? Well, it is finding your bridal lehenga. We have all dreamt of beautiful designer outfits for our wedding, similar to the gorgeous Sabyasachi outfit Nargis Fakhri wore in Rockstar or the royal red Manish Malhotra creation that Rani Mukherjee donned in Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna.
Luckily for brides, it is no longer only about Sabyasachi, Manish Malhotra, or Ritu Kumar. The wedding couture industry is now blessed with plenty of new age and upcoming designers and labels and we spotted a lot of amazing creations on our 2018 brides.
Here are the best bridal designers of 2018!
1. Abhinav Mishra
Image Credits: Abhinav Mishra on Instagram
Started in 2009, the label draws its inspiration from Indian art and architecture. The designer brand flaunts an array of bridal wear in pastels as well as vibrant hues like yellow, green, pink, and red.
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What We Love: Beautiful pastel tones
Where To Buy: Shahpur Jat, New Delhi
What It Costs: INR 80,000 onwards
2. Aneesh Agarwaal
Image Credits: Aneesh Agarwaal on Instagram
For brides who want their wedding lehenga to look like a perfect melange of regal finery and modern aesthetic, Aneesh Agarwaal’s label is the solution. His designs are known for unique colours and exquisitely handcrafted embroideries.
What We Love: The intricate embroideries
Where To Buy: Cuffe Parade-Colaba, Mumbai
What It Costs: INR 80,000 onwards
3. Dilnaz Karbhary
Image Credits: Dilnaz Karbhary on Instagram
Dilnaz was a former designer under Tarun Tahiliani before she started her own label. Her designs reflect a vintage feel and she is best known for incorporating progressive ideas into the old-world designs.
What We Love: The Parsi charm in her designs
Where To Buy: J P Road, Andheri West, Mumbai
What It Costs: INR 1,00,000 onwards
4. Esha Koul
Image Credits: Esha Koul on Instagram
Light hues and subtle embroideries are the trademarks of designer Esha Koul and that’s what makes her popular among the young brides. Blush pinks or off-whites for weddings, anyone?
What We Love: Blend of modern aesthetics in traditional wear
Where To Buy: 16, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
What It Costs: INR 50,000 onwards
5. Izzumi Mehta
Image Credits: Izzumi Mehta on Instagram
If I had to describe designer Izzumi Mehta’s creations in one word, it would be ‘fresh’. With stylised cuts and spectacular colour choices, the designer knows how to draw all eyes on the bride.
What We Love: Pastel hues and embellishments
Where To Buy: Juhu, Western Suburbs, Mumbai
What It Costs: INR 65,000 onwards
6. Kresha Bajaj Zaveri
Image Credits: Kresha Bajaj Zaveri on Instagram
Koëcsh, as the wedding designer’s brand is popularly known, introduced the concept of love story bridal lehenga. The designer etches the love story of the couple on the bride’s lehenga by recreating special moments and dates.
What We Love: The customised love story lehenga
Where To Buy: Bandra West, Mumbai
What It Costs: INR 1,00,000 onwards
7. Vvani by Vani Vats
Image Credits: Vvani by Vani Vats on Instagram
Vvani by Vani Vats is the go-to label for brides looking to add an offbeat or quirky touch to their wedding attire. Her unique colour choices and in-depth detailing give all bridal outfits the much-deserved attention.
What We Love: Handcrafted embroideries and unconventional designs
Where To Buy: Jungpura, New Delhi
What It Costs: INR 50,000 onwards
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8. Shubhika
Image Credits: Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika on Instagram
Shubhika Davda’s fashion label Papa Don’t Preach has gained sudden popularity for their unique embroideries, quirky patterns, stylish cuts and pop colours. The designer brand has also emerged as a celeb favourite and we hope to see more amazing creations for weddings in the coming year.
What We Love: The blend of velvet and net in her designs
Where To Buy: Lower Parel, Mumbai
What It Costs: INR 1,00,000 onwards
9. Tisha Saksena
Image Credits: Tisha on Instagram
Founded in October 2012, Tisha is the brainchild of designer Tisha Saksena. The Tisha bride is traditional, regal, and every bit elegant.
What We Love: The intricate hand embroidery with zardozi and gota work
Where To Buy: Meherchand Market, New Delhi
What It Costs: INR 1,00,000 onwards
10. Payal Singhal
Image Credits: Payal Singhal on Instagram
The designer creates fierce designs that are loved by modern brides. She likes to experiment with textures, embroideries, and colours to create a masterpiece for the bride’s special day.
What We Love: The fabulous colours and intricate embroidery
Where To Buy: Altamount Road (Mumbai), Mehrauli (New Delhi)
What It Costs: INR 1,00,000-3,75,000
Not only did these designers rule the wedding scene in 2018, but they are all set to dazzle us in 2019 as well. If you’re a bride-to-be, don’t forget to bookmark this list!
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