Divya Aggarwal’s The Night Garden collection captures celestial elegance in couture

As dusk melts into the embrace of night, a new couture narrative unfolds—one that shimmers with celestial charm and the quiet poetry of moonlit blooms. Divya Aggarwal’s latest collection, The Night Garden, is a dreamy foray into the ethereal. Drawing inspiration from nocturnal gardens and the silent magic of midnight skies, this collection is as much a fashion statement as it is a sensory experience.

Ethereal Indian couture

“The Night Garden began as a feeling more than a concept. We wanted to capture that softness, that mystery—the kind of beauty that only reveals itself when the world slows down,” says designer Divya Aggarwal, the creative force behind her eponymous label.

From corseted silhouettes to voluminous lehengas, the collection tells a story of transformation—of dusk turning into dawn. Featuring luxe fabrics like organza, georgette, satin, and even an unexpected touch of denim, the pieces move like poetry. Think sculpted bodices paired with flowing drapes, breezy co-ords that feel like a summer breeze, and structured gowns that command attention.

“The transition from dusk to dawn is deeply emotional. We expressed it through flowing fabrics that reflect movement and light—much like the changing sky. The colour palette mirrors that too —midnight blues, emerald teals, and deep reds for the night, soft blush, champagne gold, and moonlit yellow for dawn,” Divya explains.

Divya Aggarwal’s The Night Garden collection captures celestial elegance in coutureThe magic is in the details. Each piece is meticulously embellished with constellations of sequins, pearls, and crystals—glinting like stars scattered across a

clear night sky. Intricate dori embroidery has been reimagined with a lighter, more contemporary hand. The standout? 3D floral appliqués that appear to bloom off the fabric, as if touched by moonlight.

“Our craftsmanship lies at the heart of everything. We see technique as a form of storytelling. From handwork that mimics constellations to abstract embroidery inspired by celestial maps—each design is intentional,” Divya shares.

The Night Garden caters to modern brides, bridesmaids, and women seeking statement couture with a whisper of fantasy. Ideal for weddings, cocktail soirées, mehndi functions, and more, it offers versatile, multi-functional pieces that women can style and restyle with ease. But perhaps what sets this collection apart is its quiet power—its ability to make the wearer feel not just dressed, but transformed.

“The woman I imagine wearing The Night Garden is confident, radiant, and unapologetically in touch with her femininity. She values storytelling, she seeks beauty with depth, and she expresses herself through elegance with a hint of fantasy,” says Divya.

As the fashion world turns its gaze toward louder trends and flashier statements, this collection reminds us of the elegance that lives in stillness. With silhouettes that echo softness, colours that speak in emotion, and embellishments that glint like a dream, Divya has created a mid-night bloom, waiting to be worn.

Price starts at Rs 32,000. Available online.

—manuvipin@newindianexpress.com

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