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Rina Dhaka's ethnicwear mantra: Be sexy!

Last updated on: October 12, 2010 14:32 IST
A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

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

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

Set against a neutral beige background, heavy silver sequins in geometrical pattern define a plunging, strapless churidaar kurta.

Cobweb cutwork

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

Next we have this pale pink lehenga with attached cobweb dupatta and matching embroidery in gold, starting at the hips.

Flowerfest

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Sanea Shaikh for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture Week

Model Sanea Shaikh strikes a pose in a pale, romantic floral number.

Applique appeal

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

Metallic petals and beige leaves stand out in 3D applique on this sheer halter blouse and matching skirt.

Corset culture

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

Dhaka offers up a drape with minimal embroidery, complimented by a cutting-edge corset with cobweb design.

Mesmerising mesh

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

A 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

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

Driving home the "Entanglement' theme we have this bodysuit, topped off with a hat, faux fur and cutwork embellishments.

Feminine feel

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

From the bold to the beautiful, we have this flowery white halter number make its way onto the runway.

Half 'n' half

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Sanea Shaikh for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture Week

Sanea steps out once more, in a pearl-tinged pleated satin and glimmering cutwork ensemble.

Sparkling sensuality

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

A model shows off a tightly wound, ethereal sari with backless blouse.

Beaded beauty

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

Bulging beads and Chinese sea pearls bring out the best in this wispy, pleat-detailed outfit.

Shining statement

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A Rina Dhaka creation at HDIL India Couture Week

The 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

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Sanea Shaikh for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture Week

We 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

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Anushka Sharma for Rina Dhaka at HDIL India Couture Week

Actress Anushka Sharma steps out in a ruby-toned, chantilly lace outfit with threadwork and a fitted choli.

Together time

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Rina Dhaka and Anushka Sharma at HDIL India Couture Week

Dhaka steps out alongside Anushka to bring the curtain down on her showing.