Bollywood designer Manish Malhotra has released her newest range of contemporary bridal wear for those into traditional trousseau.

The new line features an abundance of Brocades, velvets and his favourite nets in a wide range of vibrant and rich colours.

As well as catering for the female side of the population, men are looked after well with many fine anarkali suites as well as jahengas teamed with contemporary tops and heavy dupattas.

The famous designer said at his press conference ahead of his Kimaya store launch at the start of the week that now was the right time to unveil his new designs.

“This is the best time of the year to come up with this line. Earlier brides used to stick to traditional wear on their wedding but now with the concept of destination weddings gaining popularity, brides-to-be are opting for a mix of traditional and contemporary designs,” Malhotra said.

“Resort wear becomes very popular in December-January. Brides are tired of wearing heavy stuff especially if the wedding is taking place in Goa or Thailand.

“So a contemporary yet traditional outfit fits the bill perfectly.”

Malhotra, who has designed for famous Bollywood actresses such as Kareena Kapoor and Kajol, said that shopping for the big day can often be a tough task, and one made easier by his range.

“The common problem with all brides-to-be is that they are very confused. So it’s very important for any designer to sit with them, understand what they want and what actually will look good on them and then zero in on an outfit,” he said.

“After all every bride wants to look good on her wedding day but very few actually look good because most of them have the tendency to go overboard.”