{"id":866,"date":"2026-07-06T15:06:48","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:06:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=866"},"modified":"2026-07-06T15:06:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:06:48","slug":"sonam-kapoors-custom-punit-balana-look-reinvents-the-shirt-and-dupatta-formula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=866","title":{"rendered":"Sonam Kapoor&#8217;s Custom Punit Balana Look Reinvents The Shirt-And-Dupatta Formula"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"postContent\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1657\" data-start=\"1248\">If there&#8217;s one celebrity who can make a centuries-old silhouette feel like tomorrow&#8217;s biggest trend, it&#8217;s Sonam Kapoor. She has spent over a decade rewriting the rules of Indian occasion dressing, making <a href=\"https:\/\/elle.in\/trending\/dua-lipas-feathered-chanel-couture-wedding-dress-12061178\" target=\"_blank\">couture<\/a> feel beautiful and tradition feel impossibly current. So when she arrived at Anshula Kapoor&#8217;s mehendi celebrations, expectations were naturally sky-high and somehow, she still exceeded them.<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"responsive-ad-css\">\n<div class=\"publive-dynamic-container  over-hidden article-mid-ads-style bottom-margin\" style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:300px;height:250px;\"><span class=\"publive-slot-span\">Advertisment<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"banner_slot_image_div banner_slot_image_Desktop_AP_RHS_Banner_1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kerastase.in\/collections\/gloss-absolu\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.publive.online\/fit-in\/0x0\/filters:format(webp)\/elle-india\/media\/media_files\/2026\/06\/25\/03_elle_rhs-banner_300x600-2026-06-25-11-55-43.jpg\" style=\"object-fit: cover;width:300px;height:250px;\" alt=\"banner\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-end=\"2311\" data-start=\"1659\">Instead of reaching for the obvious lehenga or a heavily embellished sari, Kapoor embraced something far cleverer. Working with Punit Balana, she wore a custom fusion ensemble inspired by the Punjabi <em data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1863\">lacha<\/em>, where an oversized shirt replaced the expected blouse and layered dupattas became the hero styling move. It was rooted in heritage yet felt completely fresh, proving that the smartest festive wardrobes don&#8217;t always rely on more sparkle \u2014 they rely on better ideas. Rich zardozi work, impeccable craftsmanship and thoughtful styling turned this into one of the most memorable mehendi outfit moments we&#8217;ve seen this wedding season.<\/p>\n<h2 data-end=\"2311\" data-start=\"1659\"><span>The Ensemble That Stole Every Glance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"2975\" data-start=\"2424\">There&#8217;s something incredibly confident about choosing ease over excess, especially at an Indian wedding. That&#8217;s exactly what Sonam Kapoor did. Rather than leaning into volume through layers of can-can or dramatic embellishment, she let silhouette take centre stage. The custom <a href=\"https:\/\/elle.in\/fashion\/where-jaipur-meets-delhi-punit-balanas-new-design-address-9033848\" target=\"_blank\">Punit Balana<\/a>\u00a0look borrowed from the traditional Punjabi <em data-end=\"2772\" data-start=\"2765\">lacha<\/em> but translated it through a distinctly modern lens \u2014 a relaxed button-down shirt worn like a kurta, a beautifully draped pleated skirt and two contrasting dupattas that completely transformed the outfit.<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\/><\/p>\n<figure class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.publive.online\/filters:format(webp)\/filters:format(webp)\/elle-india\/media\/media_files\/2026\/07\/06\/1-2026-07-06-13-50-32.png\" style=\"width: 500px;\"\/><figcaption>Photograph: (via Instagram @sonamakapoor)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-end=\"3278\" data-start=\"2977\">It&#8217;s a styling formula that feels refreshingly relevant. The oversized shirt instantly softened the richness of the look, giving it quality that traditional festive dressing often misses. Equal parts couture and comfort, the ensemble didn&#8217;t shout for attention, it quietly owned the room.<\/p>\n<h2 data-end=\"3278\" data-start=\"2977\"><span>Punit Balana&#8217;s Craftsmanship Deserves Its Own Standing Ovation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"3705\" data-start=\"3417\">What makes Punit Balana one of the most exciting names in Indian fashion is his ability to honour traditional textiles without making them feel archival. Every inch of this ensemble celebrated Indian craftsmanship but with a contemporary sensibility that never felt costume-like.<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\/><\/p>\n<figure class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.publive.online\/filters:format(webp)\/filters:format(webp)\/elle-india\/media\/media_files\/2026\/07\/06\/2-2026-07-06-13-52-48.png\" style=\"width: 500px;\"\/><figcaption>Photograph: (via Instagram @rheakapoor)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-end=\"4224\" data-start=\"3707\">The slate-blue shirt was finished with intricate floral motifs, a softly ruffled collar and exquisite\u00a0zardozi work running along the placket, while delicate mirror detailing caught the light without overwhelming the design. The silk Chanderi skirt continued the story with resham <a href=\"https:\/\/elle.in\/trending\/the-legacy-of-adda-embroidery-12115313\" target=\"_blank\">embroidery<\/a> and a coin-embellished border that introduced texture and movement. Instead of competing with one another, every handcrafted detail worked together to create depth \u2014 a reminder that true luxury is always found in the finish.<\/p>\n<h2 data-end=\"4224\" data-start=\"3707\"><span>The Styling Was Where The Magic Really Happened<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"4679\" data-start=\"4406\">Great clothes make an impression. Great styling makes them unforgettable. Styled by Rhea Kapoor alongside Sanya Kapoor, the look was elevated through a series of thoughtful decisions that felt instinctive rather than excessive. The biggest winner? The dual-dupatta styling.<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\/><\/p>\n<figure class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"3\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.publive.online\/filters:format(webp)\/filters:format(webp)\/elle-india\/media\/media_files\/2026\/07\/06\/3-2026-07-06-13-54-23.png\" style=\"width: 500px;\"\/><figcaption>Photograph: (via Instagram @rheakapoor)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-end=\"5024\" data-start=\"4681\">One luminous powder-blue satin dupatta softened the richness of the ensemble, while a contrasting emerald-green drape scattered with floral buttis and finished with a scalloped border injected dimension and colour. Together, they created movement with every step, proving that layering doesn&#8217;t have to feel heavy but it can feel incredibly modern.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"4\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.publive.online\/filters:format(webp)\/filters:format(webp)\/elle-india\/media\/media_files\/2026\/07\/06\/4-2026-07-06-13-54-58.png\" style=\"width: 500px;\"\/><figcaption>Photograph: (via Instagram @sonamakapoor)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-end=\"5024\" data-start=\"4681\">The accessories followed the same philosophy. Peacock-inspired earrings from Golecha Jewels, stacked bangles, a statement ring and a metallic Meera Mahadevia clutch embraced <a href=\"https:\/\/elle.in\/stories\/grammys-2026-beauty-report-11066680\" target=\"_blank\">maximalism<\/a> without distracting from the clothes. Then came the unexpected finishing touch: classic Kolhapuris instead of embellished stilettos. Beauty stayed beautifully restrained. Namrata Soni delivered glowing skin, softly flushed cheeks and understated pink lips, while Alpa Khimani&#8217;s sleek centre-parted bun allowed every detail of the outfit to shine.<\/p>\n<h2 data-end=\"5623\" data-start=\"5026\"><span>This Is The Mehendi Outfit We&#8217;ll Be Thinking About All Season<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"6109\" data-start=\"5761\">The best wedding guest looks don&#8217;t simply follow trends, they quietly start them. At\u00a0Anshula Kapoor&#8217;s celebrations, Sonam Kapoor reminded us that festive fashion doesn&#8217;t always need another embellished lehenga to feel special. Sometimes, all it takes is a beautifully cut shirt, expertly layered dupattas and extraordinary craftsmanship.<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\/><\/p>\n<figure class=\"image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"5\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.publive.online\/filters:format(webp)\/filters:format(webp)\/elle-india\/media\/media_files\/2026\/07\/06\/5-2026-07-06-13-56-04.png\" style=\"width: 500px;\"\/><figcaption>Photograph: (via Instagram @sonamakapoor)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-end=\"6487\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"6111\">Her custom\u00a0Punit Balana creation struck that elusive balance between heritage and modernity, making the traditional Punjabi <em data-end=\"6246\" data-start=\"6239\">lacha<\/em> feel entirely relevant for today&#8217;s celebrations. If wedding season has been calling for a refresh, consider this your answer. The shirt-and-dupatta formula isn&#8217;t just clever \u2014 it might just be the coolest mehendi outfit trend of the year.<\/p>\n<h2 data-end=\"6487\" data-start=\"6111\">Also Read:<\/h2>\n<p class=\"gh-article-page-heading gh-title-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elle.in\/trending\/sonam-kapoor-turns-traditional-craftsmanship-into-high-fashion-12108401\" target=\"_blank\">Sonam Kapoor&#8217;s Couture Ensemble Is Heritage Dressing At Its Finest<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<script async=\"async\" data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/pl30214220.effectivecpmnetwork.com\/9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<div id=\"container-9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\"><\/div>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If there&#8217;s one celebrity who can make a centuries-old silhouette feel like tomorrow&#8217;s biggest trend, it&#8217;s Sonam Kapoor. 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