Sonam Kapoor Indian Ethnic Looks to inspire your Festive and Wedding season looks

Bollywood's fashion queen, Sonam Kapoor is frequently credited as one of India's most trendy celebrities. Sonam is styled by her sister and celebrity stylist, Rhea Kapoor, who have worked together to curate styles and outfits that live on in many people's inspo boards. In many ways, they have led a fashion revolution in India, celebrating new upcoming young designers as well as traditional handicrafts and art of India. Her ethnic traditional and fusion looks will definitely inspire you as you curate your looks for the festive season.

Regal traditional attire

 

Sonam Kapoor at Anant Ambani and Radika Merchant’s pre wedding, wearing the traditional attire of Ladakh: The Mogos, the primary garment, paired with the Bok cape for warmth, showcases the rich cultural tapestry influenced by the Silk Route. Crafted from silk by artisans of Benaras, this ensemble features intricate phoenix embroidery symbolizing energy and wisdom, with a crane motif representing peace and prosperity. She completed the look with custom bag by re ceremonial and juttis from Elements by Radhika Gupta.

Fusion ethnic saree 

 

Sonam wears a saree ensemble from the Ritu Kumar Couture 2023 collection - Aashnaa, which she paired with the stunning Mahesh Notandass choker and Amrapali Jewels earrings. The Imran jacket in silk velvet and hand twisted zari, is inspired from a mid 20th-century noble courtier’s “Angarkhi”. It’s paired with vertical stripe printed shirt and a classic sari. This shirt is embellished with aari & tikki hand embriodery while the light silk sari is a jamawar print.

Repurposed vintage vibe

She showcased her vintage vibe by embracing vintage embroidery with this outfit from Jigyam. It's crafted from an authentic old Banarasee saree, sparkling with real gold weave, adorned with traditional embroidery, vintage tassels, shells, and pearls which add a unique touch. The dupatta, embroidered with over 60-year-old mochi work from Gujarat, is a testament to exquisite embroidery skills. The jewelry is a journey through time. Each piece in silver is an authentic antique, with payals and bangles that are 80-90 years old. The shoes are handcrafted juttis by Fizzy Goblet.

Pastel embroidered lehenga moment

 

When she wore this beautiful custom peach Anavila lehenga,  inspired by the Bundi forest. This peach zari full circle lehenga and khadi silk zari dupatta bring to life a lush tapestry of Sarus cranes, peacocks, fawns, and blooming flora. Hand-appliquéd details and delicate embroidery on khadi silk showcase nature's beauty. She paired the look with chocker and earrings from Mahesh Notandass and ethnic juttis from Needledust.

Floral sari cape moment 

  

For the reception dinner at 10 Downing Street to celebrate UK-India week, she opted for a custom Rohit Bal sari in a rich yet breathable cotton-silk fabric, printed with red flora and fauna motifs—a signature of the celebrated designer. Her sister-stylist Rhea Kapoor paired the gorgeous soft and minty green sari with a long hand-woven silk coat in ivory with thread-embroidered floral motifs in red.

Embroidered saree celebrating India's forest-scape 

The actor wore a sari from Indian designer Pankaj S Chadha's eponymous brand Pankaj S Heritage, which focuses on reviving traditional Indian craftsmanship and embroidery techniques. The sari was from the Jungle-Mahal collection inspired by the Indian ‘Vana Vaibhav’ aka the flora and fauna, birds and animals found in the Indian tropical forest-scape. The Gulkaari sari has a light-catching brown with a green leaf border and wildlife-inspired embroidery throughout. In keeping with the wildlife theme, the actor paired the sari with a leopard print stole by Celine to finish off the look. She paired the look with jewels from Alice Cicolini and sandals from Giorgio Armani.

Diwali Saree moment

  

She gave a sari moment for Diwali celebration in a pink Studio Medium Panorama Jamdani Shibori saree and their signature Jamdani Kaftan blouse which she paired with Shri Paramani Jewels.

Embroidered Handicraft moment 

  

Sonam wore a gold tissue slit skirt hand-embroidered in gota, beads, crystals and coloured resham by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla in the Navratan range, at the grand opening of the Jio World Plaza. A silk tissue ghagra with coloured pattis and gold nakshi borders is worn under the skirt. The look is completed with a beautifully embroidered navratan blouse and draped with a tissue Hyderabad dupatta with gold booties and borders to create a scintillatingly regal effect.

Simple Elegant Saree moments

 

Anavila pink and grey embroidered                       Pink floral organza saree by Raw Mango

New Age Regal Ensemble

 
 

Sonam wore custom JJ Valaya for the opening of NMACC. Her ensemble is a blend of two fabrics: raw silk was used for the jacket and a beautiful, printed sari in georgette that has grace and femininity. The ivory sari boasts a red floral print with a hint of green, while the inside of the jacket is lined with Jamevar. She paired the look with necklace from Khanna Jewellers and earrings from Estaa Gems. The shoes were by Aprajita Toor and the clutch by Abhilasha Pret Jewelry.

Sparkling White and Silver Ensemble

Sonam wore a white lehenga with silver embroidery by Anamika Khanna, one of her favourite designers,  at the Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant pre-wedding celebration in Jamnagar, Gujarat.

Perfect Festive Wear 

  

She wore embroidered beige ghagra choli paired with rust red zari dupatta from re ceremonial for Diwali celebrations.

Ethnic Fusion Look

She wore this gorgeous fusion ensemble by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla to an event at the Marriott. It consists of an off-white long sleeve organza jumpsuit with plunging neckline and palazzo pants with silver and gota detailing. The outfit was paired with a mandarin collar, long sleeved and side slit embroidered black coat with intricate mirror work, threadwork embroidery, beads, resham and crystals. The earrings, rings, bangles and cuffs, and toe rings were from Amrapali Jewels and Abhilasha Pret Jewelry. The look was completed by shoes from Aparajita Toor.

Celebration of Indian art and craftsmanship

 

Sonam Kapoor wore custom Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla to the NMACC India Gala paired with earrings from Amrapali Jewels.The embroidered lehenga and bustier blouse set has twenty unique panels of embroidery representing twenty-five years of the designers. 

Comfy Stylish Ethnic look for Festive Travel Season

She wore this ivory satin silk print floral motif v-neck kaftan and pant butti set from Punit Balana.  Get it here

Perfect Wedding Guest Ensemble

Sonam Kapoor wearing the perfect festive wedding guest white embroidered lehenga with gold zari border from Re Ceremonial.

Happy Festive Season 

XOXO

Sonam Kapoor Style

Bollywood's fashion queen, Sonam Kapoor is frequently credited as one of India's most trendy celebrities. She has been described by the media as a style icon, and features often on Best Dressed lists and as a Style Icon. About her style, Sonam reveals that she just wanted to wear what she liked from the designers she knew about. She follows her passion for fashion by borrowing clothes from designers in India and the West, an idea she helped popularise in India. 

                                        

The Dream Team: Sonam is styled by her sister and celebrity stylist, Rhea Kapoor, who have worked together to curate styles and outfits that live on in many people's inspo boards. In many ways, they have led a fashion revolution in India, celebrating new upcoming young designers as well as traditional handicrafts and art of India.

Sonam's best style looks 

Here are some of her recent looks that will inspire you in your style journey.

Red Carpet moments

 

When she stunned at the Vanity Fair's Women in Cinema red carpet in “Marigold” hand-pleated tafta dramatic couture gown from the Sara Mrad Couture. 

She attended the Red Sea Film Festival, looking regal in red, wearing custom Rami Kadi couture red sequinned strapless gown with red cape and Chopard jewellery paired with shoes by Amina Muaddi. 

 

Sonam Kapoor Ahuja wore a dramatic tangerine skirt and top from Giambattista Valli for Vogue India's Forces of Fashion. The ensemble, a vibrant orange co-ord set, featured a top and a skirt with ballooning silhouettes.

Business Chic 

Sonam wore Junya Watanabe skirt suit for an Apple event and paired it with bag from Louis Vuitton collab with Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama and shoes from Sergio Rossi.

Boho Chic

Sonam wore Saaksha & Kinni jacket and black dress and Nike shoes and paired them with jewels from Ritika Sachdeva and Minerali.

Tres Chic Boss Lady

 

Sonam Kapoor wearing head to toe Boss for Boss fashion show at Milan Fashion week

Spicing up London Streets

 Sonam Kapoor wearing all Burberry designed by Daniel Lee for London Fashion Week. 

Sonam Kapoor wore a special preview of Burberry Resort 2024 designed by Daniel Lee to the Wimbledon tennis tournament. She paired it with bag and sunglasses from Burberry.

Business casual chic 

She wore Bhaane black and white jacquard maxi skirt and trench jacket at India Art Fair.

Indian Chic Academia 

She wore dusty pink shirt and brown print skirt with black belt and mirror-work overcoat from Sabyasachi which she paired with Kelly Hermes bag.

Quiet luxury moment

She wore a Carolina Herrera skirt paired with shirt and shoes from the Row and bag from Hermes.

 

The Power Lady 

Sonam wore a turquoise skirt suit from Christpher John Rogers' Pre-Fall 2022 collection paired with black corset from Celine, Valentino bag and heels by Bottega Venetta for 'Thank you for coming' movie premiere. 

French Chic in Dior Couture

Floral embroidered looks

 

Erdem outfit and Jimmy Choo shoes and bag      I Love Pero outfit and Gucci bag for AD India

Pantsuit perfection

 

Prada                                                                   Tommy Hilfigher

Bold in Black

For dinner at 'India in Fashion' at NMACC India, Sonam Kapoor wore custom Ashi Studio Couture. She paired the look with necklace created by Tarang Arora at Amrapali Jewels and earrings by Estaa Gems. 

Sonam Kapoor at the Elle List 2023 event wearing a Rick Owens saree-inspired black gown. The outfit featured an asymmetrical neckline with a distinct waist cutout and floor-sweeping train, creating a pool of black fabric. Sonam embraced the winter season and layered the ensemble with a black puffer jacket and latex gloves. It was paired with earings from Monies Official and gloves from Paula Rowan.

She wore custom Amir al Kasm paired with bag from Two Extra Lives and shoes from Jimmy Choo to Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding party.

Sonam's elegant all-black ensemble is from the Spring/Summer 2024 collection of luxury designer brand Huishan Zhang. Her ensemble consisted of a black blazer with commanding power shoulders, full sleeves, a buttoned bodice and an elegant diamond brooch adorning the side. She paired it with a flared maxi skirt with intricate floral detailing and Jimmy Choo shoes.

Sonam wearing head to toe Prada to Natasha Poonawalla's party. She paired the knee length black dress with black blazer with fringe feather details and boots and shoes from the same brand.

She showcased her sartorial style in Tamara Ralph couture at the MAMI Film Festival in Mumbai 2023.

Sonam attended the Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2024 wearing ensemble by Maryam al Omaira. It features a black bralette, a blazer with wavy cutout and a pleated skirt with wavy details.  

She wore Issey Miyake black outfit with gloves from Paula Rowan and shoes from Maison Margiela. 

  

She wore Moschino couture top paired with black pant and long black coat for a chic look.

  

For Victoria's Secret event in Delhi, she wore a Victoria's Secret corsetry and custom black dress by Gauri and Nainika. The dress was a collaboration between Gauri and Nainika and Victoria's secret. 

Fabulous in White

She exudes sophistication in tweed skirt suit set from Huisan Zhang. 

For this look she borrowed from her fashionista sister and stylist, Rhea. Lanvin's ethereal dress is cut from airy crepe and has long, cape-effect sleeves that cascade beautifully down the sides. It's detailed with adjustable ties along the plunging neckline and falls to a ruffled hem filled with organza to hold the voluminous shape. She styled the look with heels from the Row. Check it here

Sonam Kapoor attended the Wimbeldon 2024 wearing Bottega Veneta Look 36 from Pre-Fall 2024 by Matthieu Blazy paired with Liberta bag from Bottega. 

Pop of Colour for Party Look

She wore pale blue Taller Marmo's 'Mrs. Ross' kaftan dress to attend a party. Cut from crepe that drapes beautifully, it has a satin tie-detailed high neck and wide sleeves, and a waterfall hem accented with sweeping fringe. Check it here

She cuts an elegant figure in bold green ensemble by Valentino, which she paired with a white Valentino clutch. 

She wore this bold blue Alexander McQueen off shoulder midi dress with Prada gloves and Escada boots at the Filmfare OTT Awards 2023. 

I keep updating the blog with new style ideas and inspirations. Hope to see you again soon.

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