3 times Aishwarya Rai Bachchan proved why white is a wedding classic to have

Manish Malhotra loyalist Aishwarya Rai Bachchan often picks the couturier’s creations at festive outings, and every once in a while, makes an appearance in a look that stays in the minds of her fans for years to come. One such look may be the white lehenga she wore to Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s wedding reception in December 2017. Why? Instead of pairing her lehenga skirt with a predictable blouse, the actor changed things up and gave cold-shoulder blouses an Indian ethnic spin by stepping out in a pearl-detailed version that showed off some skin in a subtle, yet interesting way. The pristine all-white attire came with a billowing, heavily embroidered skirt and a long blouse that’s apt for anyone who prefers conservative cholis, but still wants to add a modern touch to them. The star styled her festive ensemble with a tulle dupatta. Take a closer look at it below. 

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore diamond jewellery with her white lehenga 

Given the intricate sequin and pearl work all over her ivory lehenga, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan allowed her ensemble to take center stage and skipped on OTT jewellery. Instead, the actor walked into the reception venue wearing minimal bangles, delicate rings, and a pair of chandelier diamond earrings. Coming to her makeup, she went with her favourite beauty look of all time: bold red lips, razor sharp winged eyeliner, and beautifully blowdried locks, which she left open.

If you’re headed to a winter wedding, now is a good time to invest in a lehenga with a long blouse. Consider a white lehenga like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s for your best friend’s outdoor sangeet, or even for the formal reception. Scroll ahead to look for similar options you can buy now.

On February 3, a roster of Bollywood celebrities gathered to celebrate actor Armaan Jain and Anissa Malhotra’s wedding festivities. We spotted stars like Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Kiara Advani, Tara Sutaria and many others in attendance. For the main ceremony in Mumbai last night, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan also arrived with husband Abhishek Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya Bachchan, dressed in an embroidered ivory anarkali by one of her go-to designer labels, Falguni Shane Peacock. In the past few years, the Bollywood star has had an inclination towards floor-grazing anarkalis and jacket-style gowns. Rai Bachchan’s latest outfit followed the same aesthetic with long sleeves, a deep V-neckline and flared skirt. The ensemble, which was paired with a sheer dupatta, featured ornate silver and sequin embroidery and delicate pastel flower detailing for a hint of colour. Scroll ahead to find out where you can find a similar outfit like hers.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan paired her Falguni Shane Peacock anarkali with classic diamond jewellery

Given the muted colour palette of her outfit, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan coordinated her ivory anarkali with jewellery sans colour. The 46-year-old actor picked a streamlined single-strand diamond choker with statement solitaire earrings and a cocktail ring.To finish her look, Rai Bachchan went with her signature bold red lip and a classic cat eye. Side swept hair and dewy skin completed her beauty look.

A heavily-embroidered anarkali set like Rai Bachchan’s would make the ideal choice for the next grand reception on your calendar. Keep scrolling to recreate her look!

When choosing traditional Indian wear, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan often leans towards whites, ivories and pastels. And a couturier who has mastered some of her most memorable looks is none other than Manish Malhotra. Most recently, for the promotional rounds of her epic historical action drama film, Ponniyin Selvan: I., the actor wore not one, but two back-to-back looks by the designer. First during a visit to Hyderabad, Rai Bachchan looked divine in a red kurta set that was lavishly embroidered. She then pulled out all stops in a white anarkali. If you’re shortlisting a statement wedding guest look for yourself, your search ends with this ensemble. More details below.

A sheer dupatta added a touch of drama and oomph to the traditional look 

In September 2022, for the pre-release gathering of Ponniyin Selvan: I in Mumbai, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan went the classic white route with a Manish Malhotra anarkali. Although a light shade, the fact that her flowy kurta was kalidaar and featured full-sleeves and floor length made it a head-turner of a look. The anarkali was replete with intricate Kashmiri thread work in varying floral and paisley patterns. It also bore sequinned work along with some accents of gota-patti work that elevate it. A full embroidered dupatta completed the set.

Rai Bachchan kept the focus on her outfit by skipping a necklace. All she wore was a pair of ornate earrings and rings by Kishandas & Co. to add a touch of regalia to the high-octane look. Middle-parted open locks, a luminous base, flushed cheeks and a nude lip stain were the finishing touches. She wore a red bindi for some colour.

If you thought whites can’t stand out at weddings, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s latest look by Manish Malhotra is bound to change your mind. The almost-neutral shade is also perfect to play with coloured stone jewellery, accessories and even makeup. From a friend’s sangeet to a family member’s wedding reception, you can make it work for almost any occasion. Keen to recreate her look? Keep scrolling to find out where you can buy a similar anarkali today.