Dia Mirza has been in the news for her latest role in the new legal drama film Ikka (2026) both for her performance and her promotional looks. Mirza, who has been veering towards Indian wear for most of her public appearances, turned to an anarkali look recently after sporting saris all season long. She stepped out in an ivory anarkali by New Delhi-based label Sureena Chowdhri in Mumbai for her movie’s post-release celebrations and
The cotton-gauze anarkali featured a fitted bodice with blue and cream appliqué details outlined with threadwork. The neckline featured geometric shapes while floral motifs adorned the sleeves. The bodice flowed into a textured skirt finished with zigzag lace trim and tassels along the hem. Mirza paired the anarkali with matching wide-leg trousers and layered the look with a sheer organza dupatta featuring floral appliqué, lace trim and a blue border. She accessorised her look with gemstone-encrusted drop earrings, a diamond nose pin, a clutch from designer Stella McCartney and black sandals. For the beauty look, Mirza opted for a luminous base, defined lashes, blushed cheeks and pink lips, while her hair was styled in a centre-parted sleek braid.
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Mirza’s personal style often reflects her commitment to sustainability and environmental causes. At an event in New Delhi, The actor wore a handwoven cotton sari by Vijayamma J—an artisan working with Save The Loom, a Kochi-based non-profit organisation. Last year, she chose a rani-pink kurta set from Ahmedabad-based label Tilla by Aratrik Dev Varman, a slow-fashion luxury label that champions zero-waste production and sustainable practices. For another public appearance, she wore a linen sari by Mumbai-based label Anavila, a 15-year-old brand that works with artisans from West Bengal and Jharkhand, uses 100 percent handwoven natural fabrics and keeps waste to a minimum.
From Vogue’s fashion desk:
“A contrast border does the heavy lifting. Keep the rest of your accessories minimal and repeat the accent colour just once to create visual rhythm. Swap the black clutch for a silver one to add a second accent,” says Manglien Gangte, Vogue India fashion associate.
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