10+ Designers You May Not Know Of But You Should!

Wedding shopping is no cake walk. From roaming around in those tight, crowded alleyways to spending hours negotiating with the vendors & settling on that perfect lehenga amidst gazillions, the struggle is real to-be brides! And to ensure your shopping journey is swift and hassle-free, we’ve come up with this new series called #WMGHiddenTreasures where we’ll put across for you & your BFFs some smaller & lesser known designers doing great work, from time to time. You can totally swear by our expert recommendations and find yourself a dreamy outfit for mehndi, cocktail & other smaller functions.

This time around we have 13 amazing labels in our kitty; each one better than the other. Dive in to explore and know what they have in store for you!

Dabiri Couture

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Hunting for a unique wedding outfit? Bookmark Dabiri Couture now! They have a wide range of stunning bridal outfits in their collection that every bride will love. What’s most amazing about their line is the versatility of silhouettes, colours and types of outfits they have. So you can pick something for an at-home mini event as well as your bridal lehenga from them!

Abhishek Sharma Studio★ 5

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If you are looking for wedding outfits that have a global appeal, yet remain passionately Indian, walk into Abhishek Sharma studio. Known for sumptuous fabrics, organic color palette, fine tailoring and specific details with sensual drapes and statement embellishments, their collection is perfect for the eclectic bride. From lehengas for brides to stunning ensembles for the groom, this label has best for both!

Rabani & Rakha

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Known for their meticulous craft, Rabani and Rakha pieces are a treasure to behold. They not only design and craft pieces that are perfect for bridal wear but also have pieces that can be picked for your bridal trousseau. And for brides who are looking for stunning sarees, Rabani & Rakha should be your pick!

Geethika Kanumilli

What we love about Geethika Kanumilli’s collections over the years is her pick of colours and the work that she pairs with it. We are currently obsessing over her pastel palette for the season with the most gorgeous gold and silver work.

Label Anjana Bohra★ 5

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If you love colours as much as us, you are going to love Anjana Bohra’s work. Filled with beautiful hues like deep violets, emerald greens along with stunning silhouettes, her collection is great for brides who are looking for happy mehendi lehengas or even for an intimate home wedding!

Rashi Nangaliaa

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First on the list is this pret couture line by Rashi Nangaliaa, who does such amazing silhouettes accentuated by ruffled dupattas, in yummy pastel hues. Whether you’re looking for crisp pant suits, dazzling saree gowns or princessy lehengas, you can get it all under one roof! Moreover, you can even ask your sisters or bridesmaids to take a thorough look into their collection and pick something suitable for themselves too.

Shloka Khialani

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Looking for something offbeat yet classy to wear to your reception/cocktail bash? Then this budding designer label, Shloka Khialani is your place to be! She does some really edgy and contemporary silhouettes with intricate embroideries which every new-age bride would love. On a side note, we just can’t stop obsessing over this burnt orange outfit by Shloka. It’s so fresh and unique!

Vivek Patel Studio

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Tantalizing draped sarees, voluminous gowns to ruffled maxis, Vivek Patel studio is one such hidden gem where you can find all sorts of interesting silhouettes for your cocktail or sangeet. Especially their saree gowns; they are exceptionally beautiful and not your ordinary type! What’s more special about this label is that there’s something for everyone (and every budget). Their price range ranges somewhere from 25k to about 70k. So, you can easily pick anything that falls within your budget.

Rhea Pillai Rastogi

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If unique cuts, stylish garments and sultry silhouettes are your thing, then pinning this fresh label, Rhea Pillai Rastogi is not just a choice. Believe us, they have extremely new and promising options (ranging between 30k to 80k) for all the brides and bridesmaids out there. However, if asked to pick a favorite, it’s definitely their blouses. They are truly one of a kind!

Hussain Rehar

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Revered for his exquisite nawabi art and nizzami silhouettes, Hussain Rehar is another name in the list that has time and again caught our fancy. The Pakistani designer takes a contemporary approach towards classic couture. Whether you're a fan of heavily embroidered lehengas, flared out kalidars or floor-dusting ghararas, you can find it all under one roof! So look nowhere else and head straight to this maestro!

Mohsin Naveed Ranjha

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Mohsin Naveed Ranjha, the face behind ‘em regal peplum lehengas & ghararas, needs no introduction! His impeccable craft & one-of-kind gota work alone does all the talking. The ace fashion connoisseur is a pro at encapsulating old world charm into classic silhouettes, and each of his designs are a proof of it! However, if we were to quote some of our favorites from his timeless collections, for millennial brides, it would definitely be their Chandbali kalidars, velvet open jackets and organza dupattas.

Sahil Kochhar

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One of the youngest couturiers in the list, Sahil Kochhar is reigning the internet with his unconventional fashion sensibilities & art. His pret-a-couture label is a fine display of rich cultural heritage blended with contemporary techniques. Take for instance this quintessential red stunner that real bride Gopalika Virmani wore on her wedding. It is etched with quirky palm tree motifs and antique gold accents.

Abhishek Vermaa

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If you gush at the mere sight of a blossoming garden, Abhishek Verma's blooming haven will definitely leave you smitten. The ace designer is often seen playing around laser cut florals, tulle & delicate hand embroideries. Brownie points to the various pastel hues he uses in his exquisite creations that makes it an irresistible pick for all the millennial brides out there . 

So, which one are you planning to visit for your wedding outfits? Let us know in the comments.