Bhumi Pednekar’s sari by Ekaya Banaras featured silver jangla work and French lace

Lately, Bhumi Pednekar’s experiments with diverse silhouettes and accents have resulted in an intriguing moodboard of hues and textures. One ensemble that stood out in the parade was the champagne-gold sari by Ekaya Banaras that she wore to the WAVES Summit held in Mumbai.

The liquid-gold ensemble from the designer’s ‘Pastels’ collection relied heavily on the intricate detailing of French lace and Banarasi textiles. Handwoven in pure tissue silk, it featured one of the oldest weaving techniques of Banaras–silver jangla work that is characterised by a dense network of creepers, flowers, and jaal.

A modern nod to the weave steeped in centuries of tradition was the sleeveless blouse featuring a keyhole cutout at the centre. The actor chose to centre the look with a gold bangle and statement earrings adorned with blue stones and pearls. Her hair and makeup were kept appropriately unfussy: soft waves and dewy, nude tones perfect for summer.

Whether traditional or contemporary, of late, Pednekar’s picks have consistently leaned into a summery palette of pastel colours. Think back to her recent appearance in an ivory satin gown by Surya Sarkar, styled with a diamond choker and earrings, or her gold tissue kurta set by Dhaaga & Co., that celebrated chikankari and kamdani embroidery. Metal, pastel, and lightness have come together to define her key wardrobe choices.