As a family that literally owns everything, you can expect a lot from the Ambanis. You can expect Bollywood’s biggest stars to serve food at family events. You can expect tech billionaires to randomly fly in and host. Did you see a dress you liked at the Met Gala? What? They bought.
Now, in a stunning display of wealth, Ambani’s new bride, Radhika Merchant, will wear a dress designed by boutique fashion designer Grace Ling. Intricate creations for the space-themed pre-wedding bash have caught the attention of fashion enthusiasts, especially after the designer shared images of Bollywood outfits, giving us ideas on how to wear the dress. .
According to Business Insider India, “This unique piece is made with the help of Aerospace Aluminum Technology and sculpted in 3D inspired by the concept of Galactic Princess.” Also, according to BollywoodShaadis, “Although the 3D element in the dress shows the use of solid gold pieces, the designers say that the material is liquid and delicate. So this dress is decorated with new age technology and requires 30 artisans.
Oh, and if you’re thinking that this is the weirdest thing that’s ever happened, you wouldn’t be far from the truth. The elaborate dress will be paired with a space-themed event, which will be billed as a luxury cruise, according to Business Insider India. “From May 28-30, nearly 800 guests will enjoy an extraordinary adventure on a luxury cruise ship,” reads an excerpt from our publication’s report. “Inol’s 4,380 kilometer route is a spectacular journey from Italy to the south of France. In true Ambani style, comfort is paramount – 600 hospitality staff will be on board to attend to every need.” This, of course, comes after a lavish, widely publicized and star-studded three-day affair in Jamnagar, which reportedly grossed INR12.59 billion.
New York-based designer Grace Ling is known for her innovative and bold creations. Radhika Merchant is one of her high-profile Indian clients and joins celebrities like Bhumi Pednekar, who recently wore a bold Grace Ling dress paired with a clutch bag for GQ’s Most Influential Young India Awards.
During her pre-wedding function, Radhika rocked dresses from some of the world’s most prestigious designers. On the first day, she wore a Versace dress reminiscent of Blake Lively’s dress for the Met Gala 2022. It also featured stunning ensembles by Tarun Tahiliani and famous Indian designers such as Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla.
Radhika’s pre-wedding party stands as a symbol of the seamless fusion of tradition and modernity with futuristic design and sophistication. Intricate details and the use of advanced technology reflect an evolving fashion landscape where innovation meets elegance. Radhika’s gown captured the elegance and sophistication of the party as the couple continued to party on the luxurious streets.
