Zendaya in a custom saree-inspired design by Rahul Mishra at the NMACC gala was THE moment of the evening (closely competing with SRK, of course). Rahul Mishra has taken the fashion industry by a storm with his creations becoming the talk of the night ever so often, and deservingly so. Known for his extravagant, embroidered and embellished couture, the designer definitely does not shy away from drama, and we are all for it. If you love his over the top aesthetic and are looking for similar options, here are six underrated designer brands that embody the same vibe and should be on your radar.
If You Love Rahul Mishra's Designs, These 6 Designers Should Be On Your Radar
Papa Don't Preach By Shubhika
Adding a bright pop of colour to their couture is Shubhika Sharma's brand Papa Don't Preach, which is all about unconventional styles and trans-seasonal designs packaged in luxury, RTW and bridal couture. Putting a fresh spin on traditional Indian silhouettes, the brand is known to play with contrasting elements to bring out some of their most stunning designs. Like Rahul Mishra, their clothes feature intricate embroidery and heavily embellished work that is worth checking out.
Aisha Rao
Aisha Rao is a Hyderabad-based design house started with a unique approach to create upcycled luxury occasion wear. Her signature style features the handstitched appliqué technique to bring together intricately designed motifs in bold colours. Just like Rahul Mishra, her designs make use of traditional elaborate embroidery to create a beautiful mix of delicate and maximalist designs.
Amit Aggarwal
We cannot leave out Amit Aggarwal when talking about fine threadwork and fresh silhouettes inspired by natural forms. His ensemble, which features innovative patterns combined with intricate embroidery, gives a structured, elegant look and the colour palettes he plays with sets it apart from everyone else.
Varun Bahl
Marrying age-old Indian embroidery and weaves with a new contemporary colour sensibility is designer Varun Bahl. Known as the couturier of flowers, his collections often feature gorgeous floral motifs making use of luxe fabrics and extravagant embroideries, and exude exemplary craftsmanship.