House of Shlok's floor-length gown is built around deliberate draping, with gathered folds shaping the body before cascading towards the floor.
The deep burgundy shade gives the gown a rich, dark character, while the warm setting reinforces its depth without competing with the dress.
Gathered folds travel down the skirt into a fluid floor-length fall, while the high slit interrupts the volume and gives the lower half a sharper finish.
The strapless sweetheart neckline is paired with a slender burgundy stole around the neck, creating a clean contrast between bare shoulders and wrapped fabric.
Manisha Nath handled both makeup and hair. Long, sleek hair frames the face, while defined eyes and a muted lip keep attention on the gown's deep colour.
Across the bodice, crossover ruching gathers the burgundy fabric around a diamond-shaped cut-out, introducing skin without breaking the gown's sculpted construction.
Gold-toned pointed pumps introduce a lighter note beneath the gown, while hoop earrings, bracelets and rings provide the visible jewellery accents.
Fynema Productions photographs the gown in a warmly lit corridor, using close and full-length frames to reveal both its construction and movement. Ishita called the colour her obsession.