Bridal masks spark a debate
Traditionally, the ghoonghat or the veil was the protectionist gear in a bridal ensemble. However, for the postCovid-19 bride, it’s not just about matching her jewellery or shoes to her outfit, but also a designer mask. With the lockdown (From top) A designer eased and bridal mask by Rimple inquiries pouring in, Harpreet Narula; Rahul designer masks seem to Mishra and Falguni and be the new wedding Shane essential with an array of Peacock brands showcasing them PHOTOS: AMAL in vibrant prints, sequins KS/HT AND and appliques. While INSTAGRAM designers Rohit Bal, Namrata Joshipura, Payal Singhal, Rimple and Harpreet Narula and Shivan and Narresh have introduced a range of masks reflecting their label’s core insignias, there are design with a clinical or an austere houses like Rahul Mishra, looking mask, how would it who’re only making them as look? Your wedding picture per bridal requests. will be there with you for a However, there’s a debate lifetime. I believe that every raging over the pricing of element of a bridal outfit has these masks and their to be perfect,” says Falguni. statement-making appeal, Designer Rahul Mishra which according to some, sees masks as a key bridal trivialises the seriousness of utility and not a frivolous the health scare. Also, some statement. He says, “I’ve style mavens opine that made some printed masks, they’re in bad taste and which are reusable. It’s brides should opt for a better than the disposable medicated mask instead. medical ones, which cause
Designer Suneet Varma environmental hazards. says, “It’s obnoxious. The Bridal masks become part of pandemic is severe and you one’s ensemble. Designers have to respect the gravity of should ensure that the situation. I’d suggest masks wearing a medicated one.” are not just a
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