MAXIMALIST DESI
More IS more. The Maximalist Desi is the girl wearing full kundan, three rings, a statement dupatta, and jhumkas that touch her shoulders — and she looks incredible. Festive energy, statement everything.
Wear all of it. Then add one more thing.
YOUR COLOUR PALETTE
Crimson
#DC143C
Gold
#FFD700
Bottle Green
#006400
Royal Purple
#4B0082
Crimson + Gold + Ivory
Classic bridal palette — never wrong at a wedding
Bottle Green + Gold + Maroon
Winter wedding perfection — deep and rich
Royal Purple + Gold + Pink
The unexpected combo that photographs perfectly
MIX & MATCH FORMULAS
Heavy embroidered lehenga + kundan set + embellished heels + embroidered clutch
Main character at every wedding
Mirror work kurta + bright trousers + kolhapuris + layered necklaces
Office Eid party energy
Floor-length gharara + polki earrings + statement nath + heavily embroidered blouse
Lux Style Awards finalist
THE ESSENTIALS
| PIECE | BUDGET | WHERE TO SHOP |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy embroidered lehenga or sharara | PKR 12,000–50,000+ | Maria B / Nomi Ansari / Rang Ja |
| Kundan or polki jewellery set | PKR 5,000–25,000 | Local jewellers / Meena Bazaar |
| Embellished mojris or heels | PKR 2,000–6,000 | Khussas / Gul Ahmed fashion |
| Contrast dupatta with heavy border | PKR 2,000–8,000 | Gul Ahmed / Limelight |
| Statement clutch (bead/mirror work) | PKR 1,500–5,000 | Craft markets / Zeen |
BEAUTY MATCH
Full glam — dewy contoured base, winged liner, bold lip (red or berry), false lashes, dramatic eye. The makeup matches the outfit.
CELEB INSPO
AVOID LIST
- ✕ Muted or washed-out tones
- ✕ Minimalist footwear
- ✕ Bare accessories
- ✕ Safe colour choices
- ✕ Anything basic