Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla are the two most celebrated designers in the Indian fashion industry. The duo is known for creating inimitable Chikankari designs, and stunning Indo-Western styles. Over the three decades, they have left a stronghold in the industry with their luxurious yet relaxed designs.
While many think Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla our related by blood, which is not at all true. The designer duo met by chance but it didn’t take too long for them to realize that they wanted the same thing; to create impeccable fashion.
The designer duo has dressed up the three generation of the Bachchans from Jaya Bachchan to their favourite Shweta Bachchan and now her daughter Navya Naveli on many occasion. Every now nad then, the style mavens have been creating some stunning pieces for B-town biggies like Sonam Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Sara Ali Khan, Karan Johar and many more.
Today, Abu Jani celebrated his birthday in Goa with his close friend Amrita Singh and Sara Ali Khan. He posted the celebration picture on Instagram with a *cutesy* caption, "#celebrating #my #birthday #with#my #favourites @lubna5273 @amrita40#thankyou #everyone #blessed#missingyou @sandeepkhosla #ajsk #goa#bliss #aboutlastnight."
Here is a look back at 7 Jaw-Dropping Celebrity looks created by the designer duo over the years!
And raising a toast to the magnificent Abu, in his own right.
Sara Ali Khan
Sara Ali Khan made jaws drop at the bridal couture show hosted by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. She wore a pink embroidered lehenga that she paired with a sheer sequined blouse. Her simple hair and glossy lips rounded off the look.
For Anushka Sharma and Virat Kholi's reception party in Mumbai, Sara wore a light green organza lehenga from designer duo's collection. A stark contrast in colour schemes shows how easily AJSK can introduce transitions.
Shweta Bachchan Nanda
Shweta Bachchan Nanda who loves designer duo's every collection wore a pretty pink saree for Anushka-Virat's grand Mumbai reception. She looked ultra glamorous in semi-sheer scallop blouse.
Those who think Abu Jani-Sandeep Khoslaonly creates Indian Fashion, here is a reality check they create fashion pieces that every generation can love. Shweta Bachchan wore an all-gold ensemble with plunging neckline gown, when she rightly stepped up to recive her trophy for 'Most Stylish Woman 2018' at Hello! awards.
Sonali Bendre
Sonali Bendre is another AJSK regular. Her ruffle saree with feather embellishment by couturier Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla created a storm in the fashion industry. She teamed it up with a cut-out shoulder blouse.
Sonam Kapoor
Sonam Kapoor dazzled in last year's Diwali party as wears a high-shine Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla sari paired with a heavily-embellished blouse.
For another Diwali party, Sonam continued a fashion love affair with the designer duo in a heavily embroidered lehenga, a perfect ode to wedding attire.
Alia Bhatt
Alia wore a contemporary ethnic ensemble where she paired an ivory crop top with a beige Chikankari skirt by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla for an event, exuding young vibes.
Recently, Alia wore a beautiful grey kurta featuring an intricate thread embroidered detailing in white from the designer's collection, giving her a grounded, ethnic look.
Katrina Kaif
Katrina Kaif wore a blue off-shoulder top with voluminous sleeves and a matching lehenga skirt with gold floral embroidery on it by the designer for a red carpet event, a perfect one for a day event.
Kaif wore another red-hot ruffle saree with a golden shimmery cape from designer duo's collection at IFFA last year, and boy, ain't it red hot.
KARAN JOHAR
Why should girls have all the fun? Karan Johar is among few Bollywood me who carries designer duo's couture pieces with aplomb. He looks dapper in a bespoke suit by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla at an event.
Men, need not worry as AJSK have traditional wear for men up their sleeves as well! For last year's Diwali bash, Karan wore a white mirror-work separates from the designer's collection.
Here's wishing the dashing Abu Jani, the better half of the popular AJSK duo, a very happy birthday!
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