His thoughts were drawn “to the magic of Marrakesh and of the mystery of the desert rose” for this exhibition. When Alia Bhatt received an invitation to an evening ball in Europe, she decided to take her attire into the realm of red carpet meets royalty. The duo, who were accompanied by her husband Ranbir Kapoor, personified intrigue and drama.
Alia Bhatt wore a Look 41 costume that had a silk scarf around her neck, a flowing bohemian-style skirt, and a corset top. Even while Bhatt’s style has some similarities to the Bridgerton aesthetic of the regency era, it shouldn’t be misconstrued for overdressing. A more refined appearance that would have been considered “ahead of its time” by Queen Charlotte is shown by the soft ties on the corset and the needlework that runs the length of the gown.
That being said, a fashion resurgence influenced by royalty has revived the trend of corsets, empire waist minidresses, and opera gloves. Though fashion is always changing, the corset has made a significant resurgence, going from a constrictive 19th-century undergarment to a stylish outerwear item that is now endorsed by several celebrities.
The fashion industry’s recent embrace of corsets is evidence of the innovative ways in which designers have reinterpreted bygone eras. For example, the spring collection by Palomo Spain included lengthy silhouettes and underbust necklines that were evocative of early 19th-century design. Collina Strada’s designs included dipping waists and hip-fin constructions inspired by Edwardian fashion, while Dion Lee’s designs featured nude-toned corsets with exposed boning, evocative of 1920s girdles.
Several celebrities’ wardrobe choices attest to corsetry’s lasting appeal. Stars including Anne Hathaway, Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande, and Disha Patani have all favored corset dresses this year. Many corseted ensembles at the Met Gala further demonstrated the garment’s adaptability and ageless appeal. Particularly Alia Bhatt has expressed a love for corsets and frequently wears them with her clothes.
