What should Rahul wear to his wedding?

So we asked leading Indian designers to weigh in on what a possible future prime minister of India should wear on such a momentous occasion. While some were delighted at the very idea of working on Rahul's trousseau, others weren't quite so enthusiastic. In any case, we bring you all their answers -- uncensored!

All about 'creating magic'

Chic coutourier Rocky S had no qualms telling us off for forcing a wedding down the young Gandhi's throat. "That is his personal matter, whether he wants to get married now or later," he said. "But yes, if I get to design his wedding trousseau, it will be my pleasure to do so." Hmmm. You don't say!

Continues Rocky, "It would definitely be a white pathani or sherwani in traditional hand-woven brocades and embroidery, which covers the authentic quintessence of lavishness, giving a distinctive look to his personality."

"It should have a very classy and an elegant look, with fine body cuts to lend that perfect appeal, which Rahul always portrays through his personality and his way of working."

"The outfit will be distinctively embroidered with cutwork and resham embroidery, keeping it simple yet smart, stylish in every aspect and something that creates magic all around."

Says the designer, "If Rahul Gandhi were to get married, I would like him to wear a peachish-orange, asymmetrical angarkha sherwani, teamed up with a cream dhoti. Such an outfit would suit his personality because he is vivacious, versatile and lively."

"I would absolutely have Rahul wear traditional garments -- hand-crafted, the finest garb available," he enthuses. "I would use a fine-count, heavyweight, hand-woven fabric, dyed with natural hues and stitched by hand. Maybe a bandhgala, with a pair of churidaars or a slim pant, embellished with fine, delicate embroidery that has a masculine feel, not at all feminine. Traditional colours would probably look best deep vegetable dyes like natural indigo, deep brown or black."

He said he would have Gandhi dress in a khadi shirt and trousers. "I'd either go with the colour of natural khadi -- off-white -- or indigo. The reason I am suggesting khadi is so as to promote local weavers and craftsmen. It is also something Rahul Gandhi will be able to carry off," he explained.

"He's a youth icon, according to me; he's a youngster who will be leading the country in the future and as a matter of fact, is doing so even now," said Singh. "He moves around in poverty-stricken areas, sitting among poor villagers and tribals and at the same time, he travels internationally, fraternising with the top crop of people. So he seems like a very balanced guy, who can connect with both the poor and the elite."

Singh went on, "For a person like him, khadi, a fabric that denotes Indian-ness, is the right choice. Yes, khadi has been endorsed by politicians but if worn by him, it would definitely make a statement." In other words, the Parliament oldies should take a hint and put away their endless khadi supply, because they only end up looking ancient.

"It would have to be very minimalist, but sophisticated, something both the rich and the poor can identify with. I can totally see him in fine, handloom khadi trousers along with a kurta and coatee or a bandhgala. Of course, the outfit would have to have designer touches that suit his persona." Now you know why he deserves to be strategic advisor? He's got Rahul's image down pat!

"Rahul looks very young, not at all 40!" he exclaims. "So first off, congratulations to him. He's very good-looking and I think subtle, nice clothing would be best -- a sherwani, perhaps, with pure metal buttons up to the mid-thigh, along with dhoti or churidaar pants. Colour-wise, we'd go for beige or fawn."

Says Halder, "He's got a lot of shine in his face and he's a charming person, a strong personality, so there would have to be a balance in his clothing, nothing too flashy."

"I don't think he'd go the flamboyant route, in a sense that he will don something suitable but at the most it will be a sherwani."

"I don't design for politicians!" he said, very matter-of-factly. "Whatever Rahul Gandhi is doing and wearing is just fine."