In a continuation of our Vogue Cult series from print, this festive season we've curated a selection of ready-to-wear and accessories drenched in all things bling. Instead of leaning on heavy lehengas and kadas, try craft-forward trenches and It girl nail rings. Scroll ahead for more.
Benarasi Trench, PAUSE by SUKETDHIR A classic Parisian trench and an intricate brocade sherwani play unlikely cousins to create Suket Dhir’s Banarasi jacket. While a slick pantsuit may be the designer’s typical offering, turn your eye towards his other explorations. In a deep pink with gold brocade that boasts of mood-lifting properties, the jacket makes a case for why mulberry silks and botanicals sourced from Kangra’s miniature paintings should find space in your festive season closet.
Pearlita nail rings, Bhavya Ramesh Bhavya Ramesh’s singular approach to conceptual jewellery has seen even minimalists fishing for their wallets. Dedicated to elevating accessorising into a statement-making experience, the brand’s winning deal arrives as pearl-studded nail rings that will make you forego your manicure in favour of gold-dipped fingers. Prepare to charm the observer even when you’re pointing fingers Traveller shoe, Gully Labs You may occasionally turn to a pair of glass slippers for black-tie celebrations, but for the Cinderellas with a busy end-of-year social calendar, it’s worth swapping tooth-pick stilettos for platform stompers .
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