Isha Ambani Stuns at Met Gala 2026: A Pure Gold Saree, Diamond Blouse, and a Mango Masterpiece
Isha Ambani made a strong case for championing Indian fashion and art at the Met Gala 2026. She attended the fashion world's biggest night in a custom-made saree look by designer Gaurav Gupta, featuring hand-painted Pichwai-inspired motifs and a sculptural cape, which is Gupta's signature element. The saree was woven with threads of pure gold by artisans from Swadesh, an artisan-only retail brand launched by Reliance Retail.
The blouse was also embedded with real diamonds, making it a masterpiece of wearable art. The back of the blouse was further enlivened with a rich piece of history: a dazzling sarpech that was once part of the Nizam’s jewelry collection. "The blouse is full of my mother's jewellery pieces," Ambani said in an interview with Vogue on the red carpet.
A Living Surface of Diamonds and Emeralds
Designer Gaurav Gupta provided deeper insight into the craftsmanship in an Instagram post, writing, “Over 1800 carats of diamonds, alongside emeralds, polki and kundan, are embedded into the garment (the blouse), transforming it into a living surface of inheritance and form.” This blend of personal family history and high-couture design made the ensemble one of the most talked-about looks of the evening.
Art in Hand: The Subodh Gupta Mango
The details of Ambani's latest striking Met Gala look did not end with her jewelry. Along with her stunning saree, she carried a literal piece of art to the red carpet: a mango sculpture by celebrated Indian artist Subodh Gupta, tucked inside a crochet bag. The sculpture was a nod to India’s heritage and perfectly embodied the year’s ‘Fashion is Art’ theme. Subodh Gupta is renowned for transforming everyday Indian objects into striking large-scale artworks, and this "aam" was no exception.
An Artistic Reinterpretation of the Gajra
Adding more traditional Indian touches, Ambani also embraced a gajra-inspired sculpture in her hair. The accessory was an artistic reinterpretation of the traditional mogra gajra, handcrafted using paper, copper, and brass by Brooklyn-based artist Sourabh Gupta. This followed her pre-Met Gala appearance in a bandage dress made from 26 different borders representing various regions of India, setting a clear "India-forward" tone for the entire event.
Over the last three years, Ambani has consistently chosen Indian designers for the Met Gala, previously wearing Rahul Mishra and Anamika Khanna. This year’s regal Gaurav Gupta X Swadesh collaboration continues her streak of bringing the best of Indian craftsmanship to the global stage.
The blouse was also embedded with real diamonds, making it a masterpiece of wearable art. The back of the blouse was further enlivened with a rich piece of history: a dazzling sarpech that was once part of the Nizam’s jewelry collection. "The blouse is full of my mother's jewellery pieces," Ambani said in an interview with Vogue on the red carpet.
A Living Surface of Diamonds and Emeralds
Designer Gaurav Gupta provided deeper insight into the craftsmanship in an Instagram post, writing, “Over 1800 carats of diamonds, alongside emeralds, polki and kundan, are embedded into the garment (the blouse), transforming it into a living surface of inheritance and form.” This blend of personal family history and high-couture design made the ensemble one of the most talked-about looks of the evening.
Art in Hand: The Subodh Gupta Mango
The details of Ambani's latest striking Met Gala look did not end with her jewelry. Along with her stunning saree, she carried a literal piece of art to the red carpet: a mango sculpture by celebrated Indian artist Subodh Gupta, tucked inside a crochet bag. The sculpture was a nod to India’s heritage and perfectly embodied the year’s ‘Fashion is Art’ theme. Subodh Gupta is renowned for transforming everyday Indian objects into striking large-scale artworks, and this "aam" was no exception.
An Artistic Reinterpretation of the Gajra
Adding more traditional Indian touches, Ambani also embraced a gajra-inspired sculpture in her hair. The accessory was an artistic reinterpretation of the traditional mogra gajra, handcrafted using paper, copper, and brass by Brooklyn-based artist Sourabh Gupta. This followed her pre-Met Gala appearance in a bandage dress made from 26 different borders representing various regions of India, setting a clear "India-forward" tone for the entire event.
Over the last three years, Ambani has consistently chosen Indian designers for the Met Gala, previously wearing Rahul Mishra and Anamika Khanna. This year’s regal Gaurav Gupta X Swadesh collaboration continues her streak of bringing the best of Indian craftsmanship to the global stage.
Next Story