Delicate fabrics, ruffle designs, mirror work, pastels, what comes to mind? Well the thought might not be immediate, she’s not a well known name for us commoners: Arpita Mehta.

I didn’t realize how much I like mirror work until I discovered recently that it needs to be done right. Big giant mirrors will always look gaudy. But the way Arpita does it, it’s extremely minimal and complemented by embroidery that enhances the work not overpowering it.

Now see what I mean, none of it is overpowering. In all of the above, you have an intricate blouse with a flowing fabric for the bottom half. It not only makes for such an elegant look, but it also makes the individual wearing the piece feel so comfortable (they aren’t carrying around heavy designs).

There’s not much that needs to be done in terms of accessorizing. The versatility of the piece is that you can heavily or barely add jewelry and makeup depending on the occasion. It would work either way.

Let’s jump to colors. We have pastels, we have neons, and we have the classic black and whites. Never being over done or overtly experimental. All of these are done in such a way that they are wearable for all ages. There’s subtle variations to the silhouettes, the ruffles make for a signature Arpita Mehta piece.

They aren’t overly blinged out outfits, in an industry obsessed with bridal looks, it’s so refreshing. The lines are so clean and fresh. Everything is of course at a designer price but yet everyday wearable.

One thing that I know isn’t unique to Arpita Mehta, but done so well by her, is the crop top with the shrug. I know the terminology for ethnic wear is probably totally incorrect, my apologies. But I love it. I’m a curvy girl, so I never have a completely flat stomach to wear these banded type of crop tops, the shrug makes it look so sophisticated and also gives it a better fit.

When I think of Arpita Mehta, I think of everyday wear, or like bridesmaids outfits. Of course she has her bridal collections as well, which are absolutely stunning, and for a demure bride they’re perfect. I’m look for my orange rust lengha.

I’m on a tangent here.

Coming back to Arpita, every piece is unique even if prints may be repeated within a collection. Silhouettes vary, colours vary, and most of all combinations of type of embroidery make the brand something we all gravitate towards. A little lesser known than the bigger names, but nonetheless has cemented its place in the Indian fashion industry.