At an event in New Delhi, actor Triptii Dimri made a strong argument for turning up the glamour as the festive season approaches. The actor wore a lilac crystal-encrusted sari by ITRH²—the modern counterpart of stylist Mohit Rai and designer Ridhi Bansal’s label Itrh—which combines the sari with the high-octane appeal of contemporary occasion wear. With Diwali around the corner, her look offers a lesson in statement dressing, where crystal embellishments, a sculpted corset and a pared down beauty look can do all the heavy lifting.
Completely encrusted with crystals, the sari’s lilac and silver gradient lent it a three-dimensional finish, shifting between cool metallic tones and soft purple hues. The appearance illusion does not stop here. What looked like solid crystal is in fact sheer net underneath. It is a contemporary take on occasion wear that prioritises surface detail and texture without compromising on the recognisable silhouette of a sari. Dimri paired her sari with a corset blouse in a rich purple, embellished with tonal beads and crystals. The pallu was draped softly over the shoulder, which kept the corset in focus.
To accessorise, the actor opted for dainty diamond earrings from Tanishq, keeping the jewellery understated against the heavily embellished ensemble. Her beauty look followed a similarly low-key approach, with a swipe of metallic eyeshadow, mascara and nude lips complementing the cool-toned palette. Her hair was left open in long waves.
For those looking to dial up the drama this Diwali, a crystal-encrusted sari like Dimri’s offers an alternative to more traditional textiles. It works just as well for a cocktail evening or a sangeet celebration in the future. The best part? It requires little in the way of additional accessories. Follow her lead and stick to minimal jewellery like statement earrings or a tennis necklace. Throw in a sleek metallic clutch and strappy silver heels to complement the cool-toned palette. Finish with softly defined eyes and luminous skin and swap the neutral lip for a moody berry lip.
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