Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Don't miss Neeta Lulla's spectacular show from the final day of Lakme Fashion Week, which saw a stunning collection of ethnicwear blaze on the runway. Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Inspired by the beauty of Krishna's divine consort, the goddess Radha, designer Neeta Lulla offered up traditional Indian designs at their best at the LFW last night.
The collection of lehengas, cholis and dupattas sailed onto the runway in gorgeous, vibrant colours, complemented by kundan necklaces, chandelier earrings, maang tikkas and bangles from Forever Jewellery.
What's more, the show opened up with a special re-enactment of the Radha-Krishna romance by one of the most well-known faces in the country...read on.
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Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Raul D'Souza and Hema MaliniPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Bollywood's one and only Dream Girl Hema Malini opened the show with an Odissi dance performance alongside Raul D'Souza.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Nethra Raghuraman for Neeta LullaPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
In a classic white and gold lehenga and wearing exquisite jewellery, Nethra Raghuraman takes to the runway.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Kavita Kharayat for Neeta LullaPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Kavita Kharayat is the perfect Indian bride in peach and white, flowers and jewels complementing her backless ensemble.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: A Neeta Lulla creationPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Contrast comes into play with this green and red embroidered beauty, set off by a purple dupatta.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: A Neeta Lulla creationPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
The designer offers up a lovely nude number, the choli sporting pleats and sheer detailing, along with rich traditional embroidery.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Surelee Joseph for Neeta LullaPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Wearing two diamond-studded necklaces and a floral design, Surelee Joseph strikes a pose.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Neeta Lulla creationsPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Lulla focuses on polka-dotted detailing with these two creations in pink and black, one a fishtail and the other pleated.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: A Neeta Lulla creationPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Crystal work shimmers and shines on this brown lehenga as it catches the light, while the red dupatta adds the bridal touch.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Neeta Lulla creationsPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
The colour scheme of the collection ranged from pales and ivories to vivacious citrus tones.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Alesia Raut for Neeta LullaPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Alesia Raut is a vision in this fabulous flowing lehenga with contrast choli.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Neeta Lulla creationsPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Sparkling metallic cholis with bold cuts were a trademark feature, setting off various colours and silhouettes.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: A Neeta Lulla creationPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Ethnicwear can look sexy too and this splendid statement-making ensemble drives the point home.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Nethra Raghuraman for Neeta LullaPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Nethra steps into the limelight once again with a neon lehenga featuring pastel appliques.
Don't Miss: The Radha-Krishna romance on the catwalk!
Image: Neeta Lulla and Diva DhawanPhotographs: Rajesh Karkera
Lulla takes to the runway with Diva Dhawan, as her 'Radha' collection receives thunderous applause.
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