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Aishwarya's 90s Lehenga Redefined Fashion
18 Oct
Summary
- Aishwarya Rai's song lehenga blended tradition with modern style.
- Designer Neeta Lulla created the avant-garde corset-style lehenga.
- The outfit featured leopard print and intricate zardozi embroidery.
Decades after its debut, Aishwarya Rai's distinctive lehenga from the song 'Saajan Saajan' remains a landmark in fashion history. This groundbreaking ensemble, crafted by renowned designer Neeta Lulla, ingeniously merged traditional Indian attire with contemporary design elements.
Lulla recently shared insights into the creation of this avant-garde piece, emphasizing its blend of Indian craft with a sensual and glamorous vision. The lehenga notably featured a bold leopard print, a popular motif of the 1990s, adorned with intricate zardozi embroidery.
The design departed significantly from conventional silhouettes, incorporating a corset-style blouse and trousers. Styling was key, with a statement neckpiece and a unique belt replacing traditional accessories to complement the outfit's dynamic aesthetic.
Lulla observes that the design vocabulary employed then, including corsetry and draped garments, is highly relevant today, even in wedding wear. This iconic look serves as a testament to fashion's cyclical nature, where past innovations resurface as contemporary inspiration.
