Sonam Kapoor to walk for Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla at IBWF

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IANS New Delhi
Last Updated : Aug 07 2015 | 2:22 PM IST

Actress Sonam Kapoor will walk the ramp as showstopper for fashion designers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla at the seventh edition of the BMW India Bridal Fashion Week on Friday.

Organisers of the five-day gala announced on Friday that the "Aisha" actress will be walking for the designer duo, who are known for crafting ensembles for megastar Amitabh Bachchan and his family.

The opening show by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla will feature an elaborate theatrical set that recreates the Varanasi ghats. And their collections are designed to showcase the rich legacy of silks, brocades, gold and silver thread work and carpet weaving.

Names like Tarun Tahiliani, JJ Valaya, Falguni-Shane Peacock, Gauri-Nainika, Shantanu-Nikhil, Rina Dhaka, Ashima-Leena, Sulakshana Monga, Suneet Varma and Jyotsna Tiwari from the Indian fashion fraternity will unveil their latest collection at the event.

Suneet Varma, who will bring the curtains down on the event on August 11, will showcase 'Couture- A Love Story!'.

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First Published: Aug 07 2015 | 2:08 PM IST

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