At this year’s Met Gala, the theme was “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” and the dress code was “The Garden of Time.” Alia Bhatt definitely got the message and aced her look accordingly. Alia, who stepped onto the Met Gala scene last year, pleasantly surprised everyone this time with her unconfirmed attendance. The online world is abuzz with excitement – delighted by Alia’s surprise appearance and utterly captivated by her outfit. Bringing a saree to such a prestigious event always draws admiration, and Alia Bhatt’s choice has earned widespread praise.
Anaita Shroff Adajania, the stylist behind Alia’s Met Gala look, took to Instagram to reveal the details of Alia Bhatt’s ensemble for the event.
“Intricately created with devotion and patience, the sari serves as a symbol of enduring love at the revered Met Gala 24, a perfect embodiment of tradition and innovation, seamlessly blending timeless elegance with contemporary style. In love with Sabyasachi contemporary tasseled version, with its never ending trail. Reflecting both craftsmanship and the passage of time, it underscores the essence that excellence in artistry, like nature’s wonders, necessitates patience to truly shine. Alia Bhatt, a vision of ethereal beauty, embodies the true radiance of a blossoming flower amidst the splendor of the occasion.”
In her recent Instagram post, Alia Bhatt revealed that it took a total of 1965-man hours” to create the piece. “We embraced a delicate nostalgia for hair and makeup – an elevated coiffure embellished with intricately woven braids and soft freckles – a homage to time’s gentle caress. Creating this has been quite an experience… fun and stressful in equal parts. It has taken a collective effort of 163 dedicated individuals, including master craftspeople, embroiderers, artists, and dyers, investing a total of 1965-man hours to create this ethereal saree. As I wear this outfit, I feel incredibly grateful to embody this exquisite creation, a testament to boundless love and painstaking effort,”
Alia Bhatt further added, “What drew me to this look was the sheer audacity of how it merges traditional craftsmanship with avant-garde aesthetics. Sabyasachi, known for his dedication to bringing old-world charm and modern sophistication together, seemed like the perfect choice to encapsulate the theme of this year’s Met Gala.”
Reflecting on the Met Gala 2024, Alia Bhatt’s dazzling Sabyasachi attire stood out as a defining fashion moment of the evening. With her impeccable style and undeniable charisma, Alia reaffirmed her status as a fashion and entertainment powerhouse. Here’s to anticipating many more fabulous fashion moments from Alia Bhatt!
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