Athiya Shetty’s wedding wardrobe is the one brides bring to me when they want something softer than classic red: pastel lehengas, handworked chikankari, heirloom-feeling saris and relaxed anarkalis, with jewellery that never shouts. Below are twenty of her outfits, from her own wedding functions to her appearances as a guest, each translated into a look you can actually have made and wear. What I’d take from her is the restraint. Almost every outfit has one focal point, whether embroidery, colour or jewellery, and everything else steps back. Copy that habit rather than the exact garment, and the look will suit your body, your budget and your family’s ceremonies, as a bride, a bridesmaid or a guest.
Recreating a Designer Lehenga With a Local Tailor
Most brides who bring me celebrity photos aren’t buying the designer piece. They want the feeling of it, made by a boutique or tailor at a price that suits them. That works well if you know which details carry the look and which you can let go.
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The colour, the silhouette and where the embroidery sits. If her lehenga has heavy work at the hem fading toward the waist, that placement is what makes it read as hers. Ask for fabric swatches and judge colour in daylight by a window, never under shop lighting, which flatters pastels.
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The exact technique and the sheer density of handwork. Fine chikankari, dense zardozi and hand-set pearls take a long time and are expensive anywhere. A skilled embroiderer can suggest a lighter technique or fewer motifs that keep the outline of the design. I’d also drop extra layers such as a second dupatta if your ceremony is long or warm.
Give the tailor clear photos from the front, back and side, and expect the timeline to depend heavily on the amount of handwork. Book the first fitting early enough to change course if the colour or embroidery isn’t right.
1. Athiya Shetty Peach Bridal Lehenga
Athiya Shetty’s peach bridal lehenga, designed by Anamika Khanna, swapped red for a soft peach with fine threadwork, pearls and layered dupattas. Pale bridal colours are trickier than they look: peach can turn greyish on cooler skin tones and washed out in harsh midday sun. Before ordering, I hold the swatch against the bride’s bare face by a window. Old rose and muted peach both work, with a fitted long-sleeve blouse and one light veil over the head. Polki or uncut diamonds, matching earrings, a fine maang tikka and small kaleeras keep it delicate. Embellished juttis, pink-toned nude makeup and a centre-parted low bun complete it, and it suits daytime and garden ceremonies best.
2. Athiya Shetty Ivory Haldi Anarkali
Her Ritu Kumar haldi look paired an ivory cotton anarkali with a coordinating gharara, with antique gold embroidery that felt properly vintage. Cotton is the right call for haldi, and for a practical reason: turmeric paste will mark whatever you wear. I tell brides to choose an outfit they are happy to see stained, and to skip anything that has to be dry cleaned. Look for ivory or tea-stained fabric with handmade-looking gota. A dupatta you can take off when the paste comes out, neutral juttis and one large maang tikka with small earrings are plenty. Use waterproof eye makeup and keep the skin natural.
3. Athiya Shetty Lime Yellow Mehendi Lehenga
Lime yellow is a clever mehendi choice because it isn’t the expected bright green. Athiya’s custom Anjul Bhandari chikankari lehenga had a 24-kali skirt and crystal work. That many panels gives a full, swinging skirt without heavy fabric, which matters on a day of sitting, dancing and holding still for henna. Wet henna stains silk and cotton alike, so I keep sleeves short or three-quarter and the dupatta pinned well clear of the hands. Pair a light embroidered lehenga with a fitted blouse and sheer dupatta, plus antique earrings, a slim tikka and bangles you can slide off for the artist. Padded juttis, a braided updo and a long-wearing lip stain complete it.
4. Athiya Shetty Gold Kanjivaram Sari
For her muhurtham she wore a handwoven gold tissue sari with a contrasting pink pallu and South Indian jewellery. A gold Kanjivaram sari with a fuchsia accent follows the same idea. Tissue silk is light but crisp, so pleats need to be pressed and pinned or they puff at the waist. Pair it with a structured fuchsia blouse, a traditional choker, a longer necklace, jhumkas, bangles and a small bindi. Gold sandals or embroidered juttis keep the palette consistent. A centre-parted bun wrapped in jasmine is classic. With that much shine in the fabric and gold, I keep makeup soft: glowing skin, defined lashes and a rose lip.
5. Athiya Shetty Fuchsia Anarkali Outfit
Her fuchsia Lajjoo anarkali with a bandhani dupatta showed that strong colour can feel festive without heavy embellishment. It is a good welcome-dinner or family-evening outfit for a bride who has bigger looks still to come. Choose a fluid anarkali with a fitted bodice and enough flare to sit comfortably, worn over straight pants or a narrow churidar. Bandhani dupattas are light and can slip, so pin one end at the shoulder. Gold juttis, medium jhumkas, a few bangles, soft waves or a low ponytail and warm makeup with brown liner and a berry lip finish it.
6. Athiya Shetty White Chikankari Pantsuit
Could a bridal after-party outfit be smart and still easy to dance in? Her white Lucknowi chikankari pantsuit by Anjul Bhandari answered that, with pearls and sequins making the separates festive. Chikankari is delicate hand embroidery, usually on fine fabric, so I suggest a lining under the jacket to stop threads catching on bracelets. High-waisted wide-leg pants, a fitted inner top and a long embroidered jacket make up the set. White sneakers are the practical choice; silver block heels dress it up. Oversized hoops or modern pearl earrings replace a necklace. Polished open waves and clean, luminous makeup finish it.
7. Athiya Shetty Red Sharara Set
An Anamika Khanna red sharara with an open jacket gave her traditional colour in a lighter shape for the pre-wedding events. The jacket adds substance, so you can leave the heavy dupatta at home. Build it from a fitted embroidered blouse, high-waisted sharara pants and a long open-front jacket. Get the sharara hemmed in the shoes you will wear; wide legs collect dirt and catch on heels if they are even slightly long. Statement earrings and stacked bangles replace a necklace. A centre-parted low bun, soft eyes and a muted red lip suit a sangeet or family dinner.
8. Athiya Shetty Dull Gold Bridesmaid Lehenga
At a Udaipur wedding she wore a dull gold Neeta Lulla lehenga worked with gota, sequins, pearls and crystals. Muted metallics are my usual suggestion when a bridesmaid group wants to coordinate without matching exactly, since several shades of soft gold sit together far better than several shades of pink. A softly flared skirt, matching short-sleeve blouse and sheer dupatta over one shoulder make up the look. Champagne juttis or low block heels, pearl drops, slim bangles and a small potli keep it calm. A smooth low bun and bronze makeup finish it, formal enough for the ceremony without upstaging the bride.
9. Athiya Shetty Navy Draped Sari
Navy gives evening drama without the severity of black. Her Ridhi Mehra draped sari had a pearl-encrusted blouse that carried all the attention. Pre-draped saris are a real help for guests who don’t drape often; they go on in minutes and stay put. Choose a navy pre-draped style or a light fabric that falls cleanly. Pair it with a structured pearl, crystal or beaded blouse, check that the beading doesn’t scratch the inner arm, and skip the necklace if the neckline is detailed. Silver heels, a small metallic clutch and fine drops complete it, with a polished ponytail or sleek bun and cool-toned eye makeup.
10. Athiya Shetty White Draped Sari
Head-to-toe white can look very sharp at a modern reception. Athiya’s Tarun Tahiliani draped sari had a beaded neckline for just enough texture. Choose ivory or soft white in a pre-draped style with a fitted beaded, pearl or tonal-embroidered blouse. Silver sandals stop the palette going flat, and statement earrings bring the focus up. Carry a small white or crystal clutch. A sleek low bun or smooth side-parted waves, luminous skin, softly smoked eyes and a nude lip finish it. As a guest, check that white is welcome first. Some families avoid it at weddings, and I always ask before suggesting it.
11. Athiya Shetty Yellow Bandhej Choga Set
Her Heena Kochhar look was a silk-velvet bandhej choga over salwar, in a rich yellow made for a winter daytime wedding. Velvet is warm, which is its strength and its limit: lovely in a cold courtyard, uncomfortable in a heated hall or a warm climate. Choose a knee- or calf-length choga with a relaxed cut, embroidered edges and a classic bandhej pattern, worn over comfortable salwar and embroidered juttis. Oxidised gold earrings, a bold ring and a fabric potli suit it; leave the neckline open if the earrings are large. A loose braid or low bun, a small bindi, matte skin, kohl and a rust lip complete it.
12. Athiya Shetty Organza Lehenga
An organza lehenga gives volume without the weight of velvet or dense brocade. Athiya wore an Anita Dongre version with chandbaalis and stacked bangles. Organza is crisp and slightly scratchy, so I always ask for a soft lining against the legs and a waist that doesn’t rely on stiff can-can for shape. Choose a printed or lightly embroidered skirt, a fitted blouse and a transparent dupatta. Keep the fullness in proportion to your height. Metallic juttis, chandbaali earrings, coordinated bangles and a compact potli finish it, with soft waves or a low braided bun and dewy makeup for spring or outdoor daytime events.
13. Athiya Shetty Ivory Pearl Lehenga
Her House of Masaba ivory lehenga with pearl work was set off by emerald jewellery, and that contrast is the whole trick: a soft base with one saturated colour at the neck. Wear an ivory skirt and fitted blouse with scattered pearls or tonal embroidery, a light dupatta with a narrow pearl edge, and an emerald necklace with matching earrings. Pearls sewn onto lehengas can loosen with wear, so I check every cluster at the final fitting. Champagne heels or embellished juttis, a structured ivory clutch, a centre-parted bun, glowing skin and a muted pink lip complete it for an evening reception.
14. Athiya Shetty Black Floral Gown
For a reception with a Western dress code, she chose a black Maison Yeya gown with floral appliqué across the bodice. Dimensional flowers bring romance to a dark colour, but they also catch on necklaces and hair, so skip the big necklace entirely. Look for a floor-length gown with a defined waist, structured top and controlled volume in the skirt. Black or metallic heels, a compact evening clutch and diamond or crystal earrings are enough. A sleek bun or side-parted waves, soft smoky eyes, luminous skin and a neutral lip finish it without heaviness.
15. Athiya Shetty Rahul Mishra Lehenga
Rahul Mishra is known for detailed botanical embroidery, and the lehenga she wore to a high-profile reception showed why it suits guests who love craft over sparkle. When embroidery is the point, I keep the dupatta light so it doesn’t cover the work. A floral embroidered skirt, coordinating blouse and fine dupatta are the base. Pull one or two colours from the embroidery for earrings, clutch or bangles, and wear neutral metallic heels. Loose waves suit a simple neckline; a bun reads more formal. Fresh skin, defined eyes and a lip colour taken from the flowers finish it.
16. Athiya Shetty Raw Mango Lehenga
Raw Mango is a label built on Indian textiles rather than surface sparkle, and her embroidered lehenga from them showed how fabric and colour can carry a whole look. If you prefer handloom silk to sequins, this is your template. Choose a silk or brocade skirt with traditional embroidery, a structured blouse and a contrasting dupatta. Brocade is heavy, so I prefer embroidered juttis to delicate heels with it. Antique gold jhumkas, a short necklace and a woven potli suit the mood. A centre-parted bun with flowers at the back, kohl, a small bindi and a warm rose lip finish it for a ceremony.
17. Athiya Shetty Peplum Benarasi Lehenga
Jayanti Reddy paired a woven Benarasi skirt with a hip-length peplum blouse for one of her wedding appearances, which gives a traditional textile a sharply defined waist. The peplum must sit flat over the skirt’s waistband; I check it seated, because a stiff Benarasi peplum can flip up at the back when you sit. Wear the dupatta over one shoulder so the blouse construction shows. Traditional jhumkas, a small choker and bangles complement the weave. Gold juttis or low heels, a neat bun or long braid, bronzed skin, defined liner and a deep pink lip suit an evening ceremony.
18. Athiya Shetty Pink Gold Border Lehenga
A pink lehenga with a broad gold border is one of the most reusable outfits in a wedding season. Athiya styled hers simply with statement earrings and a bindi, leaving the colour and trim to speak. Choose a medium pink skirt with a wide metallic border, a matching blouse and a sheer dupatta with repeated gold edging. Gota borders can tarnish if stored damp, so I’d air it after each wear. Gold juttis, sculptural earrings, slim bangles and a compact potli finish it; a necklace is optional. A smooth low bun or loose waves, rosy cheeks and a coordinated pink lip suit daytime events, engagements and bridesmaids.
19. Athiya Shetty Pastel Blue Lehenga
Pastel blue with cool silver embellishment feels fresh for summer. Athiya wore a blue lehenga with sparkling details, chandelier jhumkas, bangles and a neat bun. Silver work on pale fabric photographs best in daylight or soft evening light; under yellow tungsten bulbs the blue can drift toward grey, so check the venue lighting if you can. Pair a softly flared skirt with an embellished fitted blouse and light matching dupatta. Silver heels or crystal juttis, long earrings and a slim bangle stack are enough; keep the neckline clear. A centre-parted bun, silver-brown eyeshadow, pink blush and a nude rose lip finish it.
20. Athiya Shetty Blue Sheer Sari
A sheer blue sari makes a clean final-night look. She wore hers with a matching blouse, drop earrings and a sleek ponytail. Chiffon and georgette fall in one long line, but they are slippery, so I pin the pallu at the shoulder and again at the waist so it survives dancing. Choose a fitted tonal blouse, silver sandals, fine drop earrings and a minimal clutch, and skip stacked jewellery so the fabric stays the focus. A polished high or mid ponytail, defined liner and fresh neutral makeup complete it for a cocktail party or formal dinner.
Building a Soft-Palette Wardrobe Across Every Function
Her wedding worked because each function had its own outfit suited to what actually happened that day. When I plan a multi-function wardrobe, I start with the activity, not the colour.
- Haldi: washable cotton or linen you won’t mind staining. Turmeric marks almost everything, and light colours show it most.
- Mehendi: short or three-quarter sleeves, a dupatta that pins away from the hands, and a skirt light enough to sit in for hours while the henna dries.
- Sangeet or cocktail: something you can dance in, such as a sharara, pre-draped sari or pantsuit, with shoes you have already broken in.
- Main ceremony: the heaviest outfit, worn when you are fresh, with jewellery tested for weight on the ears and neck.
- Reception: lighter fabric and a different silhouette so the photographs don’t repeat the ceremony.
Pastels look their best when at least one function brings in a deeper colour, like her fuchsia anarkali. Otherwise a whole album of soft peach and ivory can start to blur together.
Borrow Her Restraint, Not Her Exact Outfit
Across bridal lehengas, traditional saris, relaxed anarkalis, a chikankari pantsuit and a black gown, her wardrobe keeps returning to the same habits: careful colour, good textiles and accessories that stay in the background. To adapt any of these, start with the event, the setting and the level of formality, then pick one focal point, whether embroidery, a strong colour, heirloom jewellery or a modern cut. Comfortable footwear, secure draping and fabric suited to the weather matter just as much. Bride, bridesmaid, relative or guest, that balance will give you an outfit that looks polished and still feels like yours.
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