Gujju Girls Isha Ambani, Natasha Poonawalla, and Mona Patel Redefine Global Fashion with Regal Elegance
Swati Bhat
The red carpet of the Met Gala 2026 turned into a celebration of Indian luxury, heritage, and avant-garde couture as Gujarati-origin fashion icons Isha Ambani, Natasha Poonawalla, and Mona Patel emerged among the most talked-about celebrities of the night.
Held at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Met Gala 2026 theme “Fashion Is Art” witnessed Indian elegance dominating global headlines. The trio represented modern Indian luxury with breathtaking couture, rare jewels, and dramatic styling that blended heritage craftsmanship with futuristic fashion.
Isha Ambani Brings Royal Indian Heritage to the Met Gala
Isha Ambani reaffirmed her status as a leading global ambassador of Indian couture in a custom gold-thread sari by designer Gaurav Gupta, styled by Anaita Shroff Adajania. The handcrafted sari, which took over 1,200 hours and involved more than 50 artisans, featured intricate zardozi embroidery, pichwai motifs, sculptural drapes, and diamond-studded detailing. Her jewellery, a highlight of the evening, included over 1,800 carats of diamonds, emeralds, and heirloom pieces from her mother Nita Ambani's collection, such as a historic sarpech and layered diamond necklaces. Her beauty styling featured glowing skin, sleek hair, gold-toned nails, and a dramatic jasmine-inspired hair sculpture. The look was globally praised for blending Indian royalty with contemporary couture.
Natasha Poonawalla Turns Fashion Into Wearable Art
Natasha Poonawalla made a memorable impact at the Met Gala, wearing a sculptural orchid-inspired piece by British artist Marc Quinn with a white Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda gown. Her look perfectly embodied the gala's "Fashion Is Art" theme, combining art installation with couture fashion. The striking orchid sculpture added a futuristic, museum-like quality, making her a highly photographed attendee. Her jewellery featured statement pieces from Outhouse Jewellery, including the standout Seanymph Chain Veil Ring, complementing her avant-garde style. Natasha's sleek styling, bold confidence, and minimalistic makeup allowed the outfit and jewellery to shine, earning praise from fashion critics for her fearless approach and transformation of fashion into performance art.
Mona Patel Channels Leonardo da Vinci in Couture Masterpiece
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Mona Patel once again proved her dominance on the global fashion stage with a spectacular Renaissance-inspired appearance. She wore a custom gold-and-white Alta Moda gown by Dolce & Gabbana inspired by the artistic genius of Leonardo da Vinci. The outfit reflected anatomical precision and artistic detailing inspired by da Vinci’s iconic works, including references to the Vitruvian Man and Renaissance art. Fashion experts described her look as one of the most intellectually creative interpretations of the Met Gala theme. Mona paired the couture ensemble with extraordinary diamond jewellery from Kantilal Chhotalal, featuring asymmetrical diamond earrings, solitaire climbers, and a luxurious Toi et Moi ring with pear and emerald-cut diamonds. She completed the ensemble with custom heels by René Caovilla and soft glam makeup that balanced the dramatic couture structure with elegance and sophistication.