East meets West: Kate adds desi twist to dress at Bollywood

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Press Trust of India Mumbai
Last Updated : Apr 11 2016 | 12:42 AM IST
Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton was grace and elegance personified as she dazzled at the Bollywood gala dinner here draped in a classic blue evening gown whose beading was done in India.
The dress was designed by one of Middleton's favourite British designers Jenny Packham. The Duchess is a big fan of Packham and has worn her designs for many prestigious events.
She accessorised the full length gown with a sheer shawl in a matching blue with sparkling beading to match and a clutch in the same shade.
Kate and her husband Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, met several Bollywood celebrities including Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Alia Bhatt, Sonam Kapoor to name a few on the red carpet.
Bollywood personalities were at their sartorial best at the glittering function.
Aishwarya looked gorgeous in a gold saree, while Shah Rukh appeared dapper in a white tuxedo. Madhuri Dixit Nene, who came with her husband Sriram Nene, also opted for a traditional look.
Sonam, who is considered Bollywood's fashionista, looked radiant in Elli Saab couture. Alia cut a pretty picture in an off-shoulder dress. Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, who was wearing a black suit, looked handsome with the man-bun.
Actress Jacqueline Fernandez looked stunning in an elaborate red evening gown, while filmmaker Karan Johar wore an all-black suit.
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First Published: Apr 11 2016 | 12:42 AM IST

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