It’s no easy feat playing the showstopper at a designer’s show. While it sure is a proud moment for our celebrities, playing muse takes a whole lot of courage. But then again, our B-town celebs are pros on the runway, much like they’re on the big screen. Want to know which actresses made the cut for the best showstoppers at this Lakmé Fashion Week? Here’s a roundup...
 

Jacqueline Fernandez for Manish Malhotra

Jacqueline Fernandez for Manish Malhotra

What we loved: The sheer fabric with floral appliques that looked breathtaking on her body.

 

Esha Gupta for Amit Aggarwal

Esha Gupta for Amit Aggarwal

What we loved: The sculpted look of the gown—typical Amit Aggarwal yet always has us swooning.

 

Kriti Sanon for Arpita Mehta

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What we loved: The slinky cutwork choli that accentuated her svelte body. Can we just add that the sleek tresses were hair goals!

 

Nargis Fakhri for Anushree Reddy

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What we loved: The unusual colour combo of chartreuse with pink—it worked like magic under the flashbulbs.

 

Shraddha Kapoor for Rahul Mishra

Shraddha Kapoor for Rahul Mishra

What we loved: The intricate floral embroidery of the lehenga. Sometimes, simplicity just does it for us.

 

Ileana D’Cruz for Label De Belle

Ileana D’Cruz for Label De Belle

What we loved: We want to say her collar bones but seriously, those slit sleeves had all our attention.

 

Vaani Kapoor for SVA

Vaani Kapoor for SVA

What we loved: The oxidized jewellery with the bridal red lehenga—offbeat yet stunning.

 

Saiyami Kher for Nachiket Barve

Saiyami Kher for Nachiket Barve

What we loved: The tiered skirt that looked gorgeous on the runway. Looks like the new age bride doesn’t fear the edgy route.