Nita Ambani’s jamawar sari by Tarun Tahiliani took 1,900 hours to complete

As a fashion savant, the Kanchipuram, or its colloquial sister, the kanjeevaram, are revered wardrobe staples, often restricted to valued occasions. With roots traversing the history of our country, the sartorial genre crafted out of pure silk is known for its intricate borders, often featuring delectable florals, ancient temple scenes and significant emblems from Indian mythology.

For this boardroom-turned-political outing, Mrs. Ambani donned opulent jewels in her signature style. The suite included a 200-year-old South-Indian parrot-shaped pendant encrusted with emeralds, rubies, diamonds, and pearls set in gold Kundan technique, a kadha and a cocktail ring.

From Vogue‘s fashion desk:

“For an opulent yet refined approach to wearing handlooms, start with a rich Kanjeevaram sari in darker, jewel-toned hues. If similar to Mrs Ambani’s dual-toned metallic weave, opt for a black Chantilly lace blouse, with a built-up neckline and cap sleeves to create an elegant, structured silhouette. Try modern jewellery like statement cuffs and simple pearl drop earrings. An old Hollywood wave hairstyle could complete the look,” guides Vogue India‘s Associate Fashion Editor, Divya Balakrishnan.