DESIGNER Diary

The new year is upon us and the wedding season is still far from over. Presenting to you the latest collections from top-notch design houses, we bring you the most popular names from the industry. From big-wigs like Sabyasachi Mukherjee to new-age designers like Shubhika Sharma, the list has it all.

Curating a new collection of designer wear is no joke. It requires months of planning followed by sketching, sourcing and stitching. It also requires intensive market research to know the current trends in the industry. Here are 12 designers whose latest line of clothes are perfect for a bride and her family members, let's have a look.

SABYASACHI Mukherjee 

Sabyasachi creates dreamy and aspirational bridal wear all year round. Celebrities choose him for his grandeur and the craftsmanship of his designs. The latest from the House of Sabyasachi is the Heritage Bridal collection that's dipped in his favourite and iconic colour, Red. The collection is dominated by Matka silks adorned with hand-embroidered tilla borders. Apart from that, we also see Benarasi silk and organza decked with hand embroidery. Sabyasachi is a visionary, he knows the ins and outs of the wedding industry. He designs keeping in mind the pulse of the bride and the classic silhouettes.

GAURANG

The designer is known for showcasing the best of Indian weaves and fabrics and believes in bringing that to the forefront. This time again, the lineup included handwoven materials and textiles. He is known to bring out the best of handwoven and handcrafted textiles. From Kanjeevaram to Banaras, Kota to Khadi, the collection uses a mix of various Indian looms. He is considered as the master of weaves. Aptly titled "Sindoor"it was an all-red collection this time. Vermillion is a bride's favourite shade, a symbol of fire, love and the colours of the earth. A hint of gold, silver and bronze adds a regal appeal to the all-red collection. Grab one of his creations to wear for the weddings to come this year.

MANISH Malhotra