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Radhika Merchant Ambani Stuns in Kalamkari Skirt Detailing Krishna Leela
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News18•13-10-2026, 11:36
Radhika Merchant Ambani Stuns in Kalamkari Skirt Detailing Krishna Leela
- •Radhika Merchant Ambani wore a stunning hand-painted Kalamkari corset-skirt ensemble at Swadesh's one-year anniversary in Mumbai.
- •The outfit was created by Mayyur Girotra in collaboration with Swadesh, blending traditional Indian textile artistry with contemporary couture.
- •The earthy gold and brown skirt features intricate motifs inspired by Krishna Leela and Kalpavriksha, showcasing peacocks, sacred cows, and lotus blossoms.
- •Artisans enhanced the painted designs with metallic embroidery techniques including zardozi, pitta, dabka, and appliqué.
- •The modern strapless corset combined with the voluminous traditional skirt successfully brings heritage craft into contemporary occasionwear.
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Radhika Merchant Ambani's floor-length Kalamkari skirt features hand-painted compositions inspired by Krishna Leela and Kalpavriksha, also known as the Tree of Life.
The structured corset-and-skirt ensemble was created by designer Mayyur Girotra in collaboration with Swadesh for their one-year anniversary celebration in Mumbai.
The artisans added zardozi, pitta, dabka, and appliqué techniques to trace and frame the painted designs, adding dimension without obscuring the original artwork.
