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PIX: What Indian brides will wear this wedding season

Last updated on: October 29, 2010 17:27 IST
Manish Arora with two of his creations

We bring you a preview of what will be on offer at the Aamby Valley India Bridal Week starting today.

It's almost showtime -- the Aamby Valley India Bridal Week commences this evening and all the designers are just about done with their fittings.

We managed to get a sneak peek behind the scenes -- here's what you can expect to see on the ramp!

If there's one thing you can't expect from Manish Arora, it's traditional togs. The maestro will be offering up his own version of bridalwear, a glimpse of which he offers here.

Surveying style

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Manish Arora at the fittings

The designer is seen here in the fitting room, taking stock of a model wearing his outfit.

Loud and proud

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Anjali Kapoor with a model

Anjali Kapoor's line promises to be bright and comprise Westernwear too -- she is seen here posing alongside a crystal-encrusted orange gown.

Line them up

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Leena lines up with her models

Duo Ashima-Leena kept it largely traditional, with plenty or rich reds and deep greens. Here, Leena poses with their posse of beauties.

Working with a smile

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Rocky S takes the fitting of a male model in a jacket

Rocky S was his usual relaxed self, putting on a bright smile and working cheerfully. Guys, here's what you can expect in the menswear department.

Waiting their turn

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Models at the Rocky S fitting

Models dolled up in Rocky's line await their turn by the racks.

Bit of bling

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Rocky S with a model

The designer works on a bling-thing evening gown.

Final front

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Rocky S with his final line-up

And here we see a little slice of the whole collection -- elegant, wouldn't you say?

Earthy tones

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Rocky S designs

Expect to see rich maroons, muted gold and beige on the runway at the showing.

Down to the last detail

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A model in a Neeta Lulla creation

Neeta Lulla was taking no chances -- she even fitted the final accessories, like this mirrored headpiece.

Draping it right

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Neeta Lulla at work

The designer handles a fuschia drape with care, to get the look just right.

Hair care

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A model gets hair accessories fitted

A model gets a hair embellishment on to go with one of Lulla's designs.

A light moment

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Models at Lulla's fitting

A pretty young catwalker smiles for the cameras.

Ready to roll

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Neeta Lulla with two of her creations

Lulla poses alongside two of her creations.

Designs on you

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Archana Kochchar and Mahi Gill

And finally, we have Archana Kochchar select a Gitanjali diamond necklace to go with her design, modelled by actress Mahi Gill. After all, what's a trousseau without jewellery!