The anticipated Dior Pre-Fall 2023 show finally took place in Mumbai, India yesterday on a starry evening. Executed by the creative director of the luxury brand Dior, Maria Grazia Chiuri the show was beautifully managed.
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It was basically a runway for all the B-town beauties clad in signature Dior pieces by celebrity stylists. To add to this, it featured a handpicked curation of influencers, some renowned names from Hollywood, Indian blue-blood royalty and of course the "Ambanis" in attendance.
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The show was a big fat celebration of Indian culture, our design and handloom heritage, the quintessential Indian woman and their charm. What added all the magic to the evening was the echoing Indian classical music being performed live as the models walked down the ramp clad in statement pieces from the house of Christian Dior.
The Iconic Venue Ft. Gateway Of India
What stood at the centre of the event was essentially the most iconic venue ever in the history of the Indian fashion scene. The show saw Gateway of India booked for the occasion and dolled up in all its glory for the major couture showcase.
The Signature Indian Classical Music Ft. Tabla Virtuoso Anuradha Pal
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Anuradha Pal is an acclaimed and the first-ever Indian female tabla maestro to feature performance at a fashion event. She literally left the audience in awe of her spellbinding and soulful music.
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The Enchanting Floral Decor Ft. Kalikaar Design
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One of the statement factors of this one of a kind fashion and couture event was the floral and rangoli laden decor with Indian marigolds and red roses courtesy the florist Kalikaar design.
The Essence of Indian Tradition, Handicraft, Women & Royalty
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The Dior Pre-Fall 2023 collection show featured the Indian handicrafts and fabrics laden with a multitude of desi style handwork that were used as the base raw material for the collection. This was an ode to the women of India and the artisans who were the behind the scenes heroes creating magic at the Chanakya School Of Craft.
The event also saw the presence of the full scale Indian royalty with Maharaja of Jaipur, Sawai Padmanabh Singh and princesses of Jaipur Gauravi Kumari and Devisha Kumari Singh attending the historical haute couture event.
VIRUSHKA
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Virat and Anushka as 'Virushka' arrived at the event just to steal the eyes of all. As soon as the celebrity couple walk down the carpet, it looked like as if the event was especially organised for them! The couple looked etheral in chic attires complimenting each other's outfit very well.
SONAM KAPOOR
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As I always say nobody can handle this fashion business better than as Sonam Kapoor can. The diva dons the event in baby pink ensemble with vintage Sunita Kapoor jewels.
ANANYA PANDAY
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The actress rocked the BarbieCore dress trend with her slim body in hot pink outfit. Pairing the dress with pearl choker and glittery bag.
MIRA RAJPOOT KAPOOR
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Shahid Kapoor's wife Mira Rajpoot also reached the event at Gateway of India. She looked stunning in a black ensemble and pearl layered necklace, keeping it simple with black clutch.
KARISMA KAPOOR
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So the Karisma Kapoor had us all with her charisma. Her bit formal look was jaw dropping and was a perfect outfit representing the fall 2023.
ATHIYA SHETTY
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With her greek look in white long dress Athiya amazed all yet nailing the look exactly to the point.
REKHA
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Where everyone else was gone for the Western looks our true beauty everglowing Rekha was seen opting for the traditional Indian look. She ace it everytime she appears. Just flawless and amazing Rekha Ji!!
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What could the Dior Pre-Fall 2023 show in Mumbai be without some OG old school Bollywood style glamour featuring none other than Rekha. The ever-so-beautiful yesteryears' actor attended the event in full form wearing her statement Kanjivaram saree. Her presence at the do was poignant to the extent that the show didn’t start until the Silsila actor walked in wearing her red and gold statement drape. Now, this gives major B-town royalty vibes.
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Other International celebrities like – Fareida Pinto, Marisie Williams, etc. marked their presence too at the event.