Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Here's what the designer offered up on Day Four of the HDIL India Couture Week in Mumbai.
You certainly need plenty of attitude and a great bod to carry off Rina Dhaka's latest creations, showcased at HDIL India Couture Week on Saturday night.
The collection, called 'Entanglement', consisted of luxurious ethnicwear that sported perforations, interweaving, tangles and fringes with texture. Monochromes, natural and smokey tones separated by blues and black, with rich metallic hues and a hint of red made up the colour palette.
And performing showstopping honours was Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi actress Anushka Sharma, who looked ravishing in red.
First though, let's take a look at the build-up to Dhaka's best. Seen here is a silvery-grey ensemble consisting of a skimpy bikini choli and mesh motif.
Heavy-duty embellishment
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekSet against a neutral beige background, heavy silver sequins in geometrical pattern define a plunging, strapless churidaar kurta.
Cobweb cutwork
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekNext we have this pale pink lehenga with attached cobweb dupatta and matching embroidery in gold, starting at the hips.
Flowerfest
Image: Sanea Shaikh for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture WeekModel Sanea Shaikh strikes a pose in a pale, romantic floral number.
Applique appeal
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekMetallic petals and beige leaves stand out in 3D applique on this sheer halter blouse and matching skirt.
Corset culture
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekDhaka offers up a drape with minimal embroidery, complimented by a cutting-edge corset with cobweb design.
Mesmerising mesh
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekA gold mesh skirt with mermaid silhouette shows off cutwork above the knees, while the dare-to-bare choli is topped off with a matching mesh dupatta.
Bodysuit buzz
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekDriving home the "Entanglement' theme we have this bodysuit, topped off with a hat, faux fur and cutwork embellishments.
Feminine feel
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekFrom the bold to the beautiful, we have this flowery white halter number make its way onto the runway.
Half 'n' half
Image: Sanea Shaikh for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture WeekSanea steps out once more, in a pearl-tinged pleated satin and glimmering cutwork ensemble.
Sparkling sensuality
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekA model shows off a tightly wound, ethereal sari with backless blouse.
Beaded beauty
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekBulging beads and Chinese sea pearls bring out the best in this wispy, pleat-detailed outfit.
Shining statement
Image: A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture WeekThe designer goes for a brighter tone of gold with this skirt, while the top and dupatta stick to the cobweb theme.
Peek-a-boo pattern
Image: Sanea Shaikh for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture WeekWe see Sanea for the third time, in a lehenga that shows off a hint of tummy and cut-away pattern at the hips.
Showstopper stunner
Image: Anushka Sharma for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture WeekActress Anushka Sharma steps out in a ruby-toned, chantilly lace outfit with threadwork and a fitted choli.
Together time
Image: Rina Dhaka and Anushka Sharma at HDIL India Couture WeekDhaka steps out alongside Anushka to bring the curtain down on her showing.
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