10 wedding-ready lehengas in Katrina Kaif traditional wear wardrobe

By Nupur Sarvaiya30 June 2020

From fuss-free floral lehengas to scene-stealing variations in decadent shades, Katrina Kaif knows how to pull off the perfect look for any occasion

If you observe closely, Katrina Kaif’s traditional wear follows a simple formula: never compromise on comfort. This aesthetic is often permeated through her wardrobe and is evident in her collection of lightweight saris, spanning fabrics like tulles, georgettes and organzas. Other times, she commits to easy-to-manage kurtas and anarkalis. But the 36-year-old’s penchant for effortless lehengas can’t be denied either. You’re likely to find an envy-inducing roster of lehengas by Sabyasachi, Manish Malhotra, Anamika Khanna and Anita Dongre in her wardrobe. There are occasions when Kaif channels crafts from a bygone era, and other times, her lehenga might be doused in a playful riot of prints and patterns.

Need inspiration for your own collection? We looked through the archives to pull out the show-stopping lehengas we've spotted on Katrina Kaif.

Decoding the timeless lehengas in Katrina Kaif’s wardrobe

For the special dates on her social calendar, Katrina Kaif’s closet plays host to a wide spectrum of shades, from pastels to jewel tones. At Anil Kapoor’s Diwali party in 2019, the actor stood out in a classic red lehenga by Sabyasachi, which came with a billowing skirt, full-sleeved blouse and a matching dupatta. The three-piece set was accented with intricate gold craftsmanship rendering itself as statement borders. She rounded off the wedding-ready look with just a pair of jhumkas. When Kaif attended beauty entrepreneur Falguni Nayar’s daughter, Adwaita’s wedding in Udaipur, she stepped out in a pink Anita Dongre lehenga. The look comprised a sleeveless blouse with a low back, a voluminous skirt and dupatta, all embroidered with the couturier’s signature gold gota patti work. She picked a peach threadwork Anamika Khanna number for Ganesh Chaturthi last year. The easy-to-put-together outfit comprised a light skirt, blouse, cape and dupatta that was cinched at the waist with a belt made of the same fabric. Fun fact: Shloka Ambani picked a similar version in red during her pre-wedding celebrations.

Decoding Katrina Kaif’s love for floral lehengas

On occasions when Katrina Kaif is looking to make heads turn with feeling weighed down, feather-light floral lehengas service her need for making a statement. Remember the black Sabyasachi creation she had worn for the screening of her film, Bharat? Despite being bereft of OTT embellishments, Kaif’s lehenga made an impact for its quiet elegance. The hero of her look was the moody organza skirt that was patterned with red, yellow and white roses, that was worn with a matching dupatta and a plain black blouse. The playful print made another appearance during Akash Ambani’s wedding celebration. At the star-studded nuptials, Kaif gravitated towards a floral lehenga by Anita Dongre. The sky blue gossamer skirt and dupatta featured large floral motifs, while the strappy blouse was decorated with azure-hued sequins and micro flowers. More recently, Kaif served up a romantic engagement look with her Sabyasachi lehenga. Covered in artistic pink and peach blooms, the pastel lehenga further reinstated her affinity for floral variations.

Decoding Katrina Kaif’s lehengas with KiraKira-friendly shine

Katrina Kaif’s advice to hit refresh on the usual suspects is picking a sequin- and crystal-heavy lehenga. And her pale gold Falguni Shane Peacock number makes an apt example. Completely covered in crystals, her lehenga came with an A-line, semi-wrap-style skirt that featured a thigh-high slit. The conversation-starter blouse had long exaggerated sleeves, perfect for brides who’d rather ditch a dupatta for their sangeet or cocktail party. At Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s wedding reception, she pulled off another sparkly iteration. This time around she relied on a Manish Malhotra, which comprised a powder blue fit-and-flare silk trail skirt with sequinned cold-shoulder crop top. For Sonam Kapoor Ahuja’s reception, Kaif displayed the undying appeal of the colour red but gave it a risqué spin. Crafted by Manish Malhotra, the actor’s lehenga came with a nude base that was topped off with statement ruby-hued crystals as floral motifs. Her sheer V-neck blouse created the illusion of the red blooms almost being tattooed onto Kaif’s skin. When Kaif chose a sapphire Tarun Tahiliani lehenga with a puff-sleeved top, she gave a lesson in experimenting with blouses.