All the Diamond Looks that Stole The Show at the Ambani Wedding

Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani’s wedding is officially here. While the build up to this D day has been nothing short of spectacular – it began with the couple’s grand pre-wedding festivities in March, held at their family home in Jamnagar, Gujarat, followed by a picturesque cruise throughout the Mediterranean in May – the nuptials are anticipated to be grandest celebration of them all.

Apart from an impressive guest list featuring international attendees, we’re expecting a dazzling affair packed with high-fashion and jewellery moments —think archival jewels, custom-made couture, and avant-garde ensembles. The Ambani ladies, undoubtedly among the best-dressed women in India, know how to spotlight their natural diamond jewels. And they’ve graced multiple occasions with the rarest gems paired with traditional silhouettes.

For the soon-to-be newest addition to the Ambani family, Radhika Merchant, natural diamonds have always been cherished companions in her bridal style journey. Her diamond choices for the pre-wedding festivities have been high on glamour, yet quite meaningful. On the third day of her Mediterranean cruise party, she wore a rare blue opal necklace surrounded by natural diamonds and designed by Lorraine Schwartz – since Opal is her birthstone and diamonds are her soon-to-be husband Anant’s. At another occasion, she dazzled in a celestial double-row solitaire necklace, natural diamond chandeliers by Parthiv Mehta of Kantilal Chhotalal, and a Manish Malhotra golden lehenga adorned with 20,000 Swarovski crystals – reflecting diverse cultural influences and showcasing Indian craftsmanship in its truest sense.

The final leg of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani’s wedding begins with the grand Sangeet at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai. Justin Bieber, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt and other friends of the Ambani family are all in attendance – accompanied by natural diamonds—and rubies, emeralds, or pearls—that are a wedding guest’s best friend. Scroll ahead as we’ve combed through and gathered a curated selection of the most iconic natural diamond jewellery moments from the Ambani Wedding.

A Sparkling Moment for Radhika Merchant

The bride made a stunning statement in a custom Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla lehenga, adorned with sequins and jewels. She opted for subtle yet impactful jewellery, featuring a pear-cut pistachio gemstone surrounded by natural diamonds and perfectly balanced the shimmer of her outfit with her go-to heart-shaped diamond solitaires. Youthful, understated, yet undeniably glamorous — what’s not to love?

Radhika Merchant Tells a Story Of Indian Craftsmanship

To kick start the festivities, the bride embraced her roots with a traditional ensemble in purple, adorned with a fusion of pearl, marodi, and mochi handwork. She styled her look with a new-age natural diamond choker that featured a stunning solitaire diamond centrepiece surrounded by a graceful cascade of fancy cut, pear-shaped diamonds. The must-have in your collection piece by Mumbai-based brand Kantilal Chhotalal, casts an ode to exquisite design and timeless craftsmanship.

Isha Ambani in the Spotlight 

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Isha Ambani ensured all eyes were on her as she stunned the Sangeet adorning a custom couture saree by Schiaparelli. Dripping in diamonds, she complemented the royal-hued blue ensemble with a double-layered natural diamond neck piece and a Schiaparelli brooch. Her hairstyle too, was far from complete without a touch of sparkle. What appeared to be a simple, sleek bun held an unexpected twist: a cushion cut natural diamond necklace, intricately woven into her hair, adding a stunning element of surprise. Don’t miss the geometric interplay in her look with matching round diamond studs and a princess-cut natural diamond headpiece that mimicked a maang tika.

Nita Ambani’s Maximalist Style

For the Sangeet, the groom’s mother wore a custom Falguni Shane Peacock jewelled lehenga, styled with custom natural diamond pieces by Kantilal Chhotalal. From the exquisite mathapatti crowning her head to the cascading necklace and earrings, Nita Ambani didn’t shy away to make a statement with her jewels and proves that no matter the carats of the jewellery she adorns around her neck or on her ears, she is the greatest jewellery enthusiast of all time!

Shloka Ambani Shines Through

For her second look, Shloka Ambani embraced understated glam with natural diamond ear climbers and a glamorous take on the modern hathphool, featuring floral motifs that mirrored those in her custom Tamara Ralph saree.

Alia Bhatt Keeps It Sleek

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Alia Bhatt elevated her custom Faraz Manan lehenga with a pair of statement natural diamond drop chandelier earrings. Skipping a necklace, she allowed the shoulder-duster earrings to delicately frame her face and highlight her neckline. The pear-shaped diamond motifs almost gave the earrings a distinctly heritage feel, while the bright white diamonds set against the cool toned white gold retained a modern look.

It’s all in the details for Radhika Merchant

Chokers Reign Supreme 

Natural diamond chokers epitomise classic evening style and Kiara Advani, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor are proof of the versatility of the trusted choker. Be it in an array of layers or crafted with a scattering of stones, the accessory stole the spotlight and came in a surprising mix of cuts, sizes and styles this season.

The Glittering After Hours 

For the after party, the bride confirmed that natural diamond chokers are having a major moment in Manish Malhotra chainmail saree and brilliant cut solitaire studs.