This week’s best-dressed looks spotlighted monochromatic, form-fitting and heavily embellished silhouettes. With Vogue Values: Women of Excellence, presented by Tira, setting the stage, guests like Aneet Padda, Gauri Khan and Kalyani Priyadarshan embraced this week's theme in ensembles featuring sequins, corsets and drapes. Each look added a modern twist to classic forms, showing how thoughtful details and intentional accessorising can elevate any style.
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At Vogue Values: Women of Excellence, presented by Tira, Gauri Khan opted for a black concept sari by Tarun Tahiliani, for a look that was structured but with a touch of fluidity. The sequinned corset was paired with a sheer chiffon drape; its soft pleats cascaded into a floor-grazing fall. The blend of an all-black silhouette with subtle sparkle lent the ensemble a sense of drama. She accessorised the look with jewellery from Zoya's ‘Her becoming’ collection, its white diamond accents heavily inspired by ancient Ikat patterns. Loose hair with a beauty look focused on smoky eyes, luminous skin and a glossy nude lip tied the entire ensemble together.
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Sonam Kapoor stepped out in a custom Caroline Couture gown, styled by Rhea Kapoor. The off-shoulder bodice dipped into a soft sweetheart neckline, with delicate straps around the shoulders framing the midriff. The silhouette fell into a sweeping, voluminous skirt that trailed gently behind her, prioritising ease and movement over rigidity. She accessorised the look with diamond-studded jewellery from Chopard, including a statement necklace and matching earrings, alongside a diamond-set watch that reinforced the house's high-jewellery polish. Makeup remained minimal with defined eyes and a nude pink lip that lent the ensemble a serene finish.
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Priyanka Chopra displayed a remarkable range in her choice of silhouettes while promoting her latest movie, The Bluff. She recently stepped out in a white Tidal gown with sea ammonite-shaped motifs from DATT. The silhouette cinched at the waist before it unfurled, falling all the way to the ankles. Stylists Wayman and Micah opted for Bvlgari hoop studs and a pair of rings to accessorise. Hair was tied in a low bun with a single strand framing one side of her face. She pared back the beauty look with subtle kohl eyes and a neutral lip.
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At Vogue Values: Women of Excellence, presented by Tira, Aneet Padda wore a monochromatic Balmain suit, styled by Chandini Whabi. At first, the stylist took a conventional route by pairing the virgin wool blazer with a cotton poplin shirt underneath. She then added a spin to the formal ensemble by replacing the trousers with a mini grain de poudre skirt and layered the loose shirt with a tube top. A sculptural U-shaped belt and gold-plated buttons across the blazer brought out the minimal studs with refined metallic accents. A pair of Afia mesh slingback pumps from Jimmy Choo completed the look. Hair was open in soft waves, while the beauty look featured smoky eyes and a glossy lip, softening the edges of the tailored silhouette.
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Ananya Panday made a statement for a modern-day ethnic look by wearing a black velvet corset sari from the Inaya collection by Manish Malhotra. The modern edge was evident from the start: the deep-cut blouse was framed with intricate cutdana work. With the waist sculpted by a corset belt, the sari cascades into a slender, almost liquid line. A 3D flower motif bloomed at the centre of the loosely draped pallu, while tasselled edges trace its hemline. Her hair was let down in soft waves, while rosy makeup brought a subtle glow to the all-black look.
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Anupama Parameswaran stepped out into the evening in a champagne-toned, body-skimming gown with delicate shimmer by Bhawna Rao, styled by Pooja Karanam. The sheer cap sleeves and sculpted bodice contoured her frame, while the strappy heels from Fizzy Goblet and minimal jewellery from 7th Avenue kept the look refined. The crimson rose in her updo added a romantic finish, while smoky eyes and a neutral lip made her look radiant and evening-ready.
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At Vogue Values: Women of Excellence, presented by Tira, Kalyani Priyadarshan chose an ivory embellished gown from Karleo, featuring interconnected detailing that created a soft, net-like effect across the bodice and skirt. She was styled by Vogue India associate fashion editor Divya Balakrishnan, who chose the gown for the shimmering movement, created by its intricate surface and strapless neckline, which kept the silhouette clean and balanced. Priyadarshan accessorised with sculptural Swarovski ear cuffs. A sleek ponytail paired with luminous, softly defined makeup completed the ensemble.
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