A few months ago I attended the Aashni & Co Wedding Show at The Dorchester. If I’m honest, I love wedding fairs. Seeing vendors showcase their decor, clothes, jewellery and food is amazing since there is ALWAYS something new. Visiting all the different stalls brings a sense of excitement which one can only experience in person (and I guess if you love weddings and events as much as I do!) Let’s just say the glitz and the glamour makes me happy.

This particular fair mostly showcased clothes, all the latest fashion in bridal and party wear including outfits which you could buy off the rack. Designers showcasing their collections included the likes of Faraz Manan, Manish Malhotra, and Sabyasachi. The Anushree Reddy stall sold out the fastest since the latest trend at the time was floral lehngas which Anushree Reddy undoubtedly executes the best. Not only were the outfits absolutely beautiful, they were also extremely affordable. Anju Modi was present with her latest collection, which of course everyone was eager to see after the recent release of Bajirao Mastani; But the designer whose work I was most desperate to see was Sabyasachi Mukherjee.

All designers bring something different to the table but what Sabyasachi brings is exceptional. I entered the area closed off specifically for the Sabyasachi collection, mostly shades of deep red and gold. I stood in awe. I had never seen anything more incredible. The layering of gold net, the mint applique with hundreds and thousands of sequins and embellishments mixed with metallic threadwork was the most incredible piece of craftsmanship I had ever seen. As a person who takes interest in fashion, I stood analysing the work and just couldn’t. Usually I can, but this work is something you just cannot replicate. I promise you, a Sabyasachi outfit is worth every penny. I can’t say it’s affordable (price is subjective) but for the work of art that each outfit is, I can definitely say it is reasonable.

I also had the pleasure of meeting Sabyasachi himself. I reluctantly asked for a picture (after having a not so tasteful experience with another designer at the fair) and was so impressed with how down to earth, humble and friendly he was. He had a conversation with my friend and I then himself handed my camera to a staff member to take a picture of us. For a person with that much success and fame, he is truly a gem of a person and that quality reflects in the masterpieces he creates.