Peacock Blue, Beaded Into Waves
Eveningwear earns its keep in the details, and this set spends generously. Pragya Shrivastava's sleeveless blouse is hand-worked in concentric waves of silver-blue cut-dana and sequins that ripple outward from a deep V, ending in a scalloped, wave-cut hem at the midriff; a slim choker-style drape rises from the back to circle the throat. Below, a fluid georgette skirt wraps dhoti-fashion, cascading into soft ruffles down the side and opening at a front slit as she moves. Black kitten heels with gilt buckles and a slender bracelet keep the rest understated. One colour from throat to floor, and every bead pulling in the same direction.
Garment
Hand-embellished blouse with draped ruffle skirt, peacock blue
Fabric
Fluid georgette skirt; blouse hand-worked with cut-dana beads and sequins
Detailing
Concentric wave-pattern beadwork over a deep V; scalloped wave-cut blouse hem; choker-style neck drape; cascading side ruffles and front slit
Silhouette
Sleeveless cropped blouse; high-waisted, floor-length dhoti-drape skirt
Dupatta
Attached — a slim drape circling the neck, falling to the back
Worn With
Black kitten heels with gilt buckles, slender bracelet, ring
Occasion
Cocktail evenings, sangeet, receptions, award nights
Designer
Pragya Shrivastava — Woomaniya, Viman Nagar, Pune