HEIRLOOM WEDDING WARDROBE DECODED

From timeless bridal ensembles to ethereal home furnishings, veteran couturier Ritu Kumar shares the art of assembling a sustainable bridal trousseau.

Sari blouses with statement sleeves are an integral part of your collections. How can sustainabilityfocused brides-to-be style these pieces?

Over the years, we have seen the sari blouse evolve and transform into a trendy piece of clothing. What once used to be a basic essential to style your sari has today become a primary piece of clothing. Extravagant blouses are very popular these days and re-purposing them is even more exciting. You can pair your statement blouses with a number of outfits—high-waist skirts, dhoti pants, palazzo pants, a contrasting lehenga. If you really put your mind to it, the possibilities are endless. Statement blouses have become an essential for women, who like to experiment with their wardrobes.

Pastel shades never go out of style and make for an ideal pick for a minimalistic wedding trousseau