Shakira’s ‘Las Mujeres Ya No LLoran’ (LMYNL) Tour has ignited the South American stage and her outfits fall nothing short of a breath-taking fusion of pop culture and the finest craftsmanship. She dazzled us with an assembly of curated outfits to match the energy of her world-famous music, and Voir got an exclusive look and chat with the designers of two of her best looks.
The first is a custom Anamika Khanna red two-piece set. She’s an Indian fashion designer with a significant international platform and known for her avant-garde approach to Indian textiles and embroidery. Her clothes have been sold in Harrods and she has dressed the likes of Oprah, the Kapoor sisters and designed a velvet Lehenga which was given as a gift to Lady Gaga.
Encrusted with Swarovski crystals, Shakira’s look is a dazzling piece filled with layers of rouge, crimson, and scarlet, and adorned with the most intricate hand embroidery. “To dress Shakira for this moment is an incredible honour”, Khanna told Voir.
The asymmetrical design of the skirt follows Shakira’s every movement as she takes over the stage with her powerful dancing during Ojos Así.
Khanna told us that “This look was designed to celebrate her energy, we wanted to bring alive the essence of movement, rhythm, and emotion that defines her performance.”
Taking over 120 hours to bring to life, this fiery red look embodies the rich heritage of Indian couture while exuding a contemporary, stage-ready allure as “her music, her artistry, and her presence on stage are magnetic” says Khanna.
The second look is brought to you by Gaurav Gupta, celebrity designer and couturier who Voir caught up with. He has dressed the likes of Beyonce, Cardi B, Lizzo, and Megan Thee Stallion on global red carpets such as The Oscars and The Grammy’s, so he is no stranger to crafting a powerful look for a powerful woman.
His design for Shakira is a custom couture Lunar Blue Wolf Gown and an embodiment of her fierce and wolf-like spirit. The lunar blue gown cascades down Shakira’s body; the skirt resembling a fluid water-like rhythm and the ‘armour-like’ metallic breastplate perfectly sculpted to her exact measurements and portraying a wolf motif. “First seen at the
couturier’s Paris Couture Week show Aarohanam SS24, the metal breastplate represents an
evolution of Gaurav Gupta’s experimental couture techniques. The signature sculpting art
meanders throughout the gown, with cascading layers that echo fluid movement, merging
strength with ethereal grace.”
Voir spoke to Gupta and he said the look was designed to embody her essence, power, and vulnerability, and represent the nature of the wolf. “It was clear that the wolf is deeply symbolic to her. It reflects her instinctual energy, fearless spirit, and wild untamed power.”
The gown took over 600 hours to meticulously sculpt, requiring over six artisans to handcraft every detail as it boasts the most intricate craftsmanship. “It reflects her instinctual energy, fearless spirit, and wild, untamed power. That connection resonated with me and the brand, inspiring us to create a design that embodies that essence.” Gupta concluded by telling Voir that “Dressing her for this moment was an absolute honour”.
Words By Zlata Gavula
