DENSE ANTIQUE BRIDAL WEAR
Ensemble Overview
1. Top: Heavily Embellished Choli
Style: Structured crop-top (choli) with a sweetheart neckline and mid-length fitted sleeves featuring delicate pearl/beaded fringe hanging along the cuffs.
Fabric: Antique metallic gold organza over a rich base.
Work & Details: * Encrusted with dense zardozi, dabka, sequins, and ruby-colored stone/crystal highlights.
The lower edge is trimmed with intricate scalloped handwork and dangling beaded accents.
2. Bottom: Extended Trailing Lehenga Skirt
Style: A regal, high-volume A-line lehenga skirt that extends into a dramatic, sweeping train at the back.
Fabric & Work: * Crafted in rich antique gold/champagne tissue-silk.
Features vertical panel handwork (kalis) adorned with intricate floral vines, damask medallions, and ruby-red jewel accents.
Finished with a thick, heavily worked border (daman) running along the hem and extended train.
3. Dupattas & Accessories
Primary Shoulder Dupatta: Tissue/organza drape with thick four-sided gold borders and ruby-red accents, draped gracefully over the side.
Secondary Head Dupatta: Sheer net drape worn as a traditional head veil, featuring fine gold embroidery and sequin spray (chatta).
Potli Bag: A matching drawstring wristlet pouch (potli) decorated with grid pattern embroidery, tassels, and ruby embellishments.
🎨 Palette & Vibe
Color: Antique Gold, Champagne Beige, and Deep Ruby Red highlights.
Occasion: Royal bridal wear, perfectly suited for a Baraat (main wedding day) or a grand Valima (reception).