Radhika Merchant wears dress with Anant Ambani’s love letter printed on it for pre-wedding festivities

From sentimental touches like the love letter gown to themed parties from both Radhika and Anant's university days, Radhika's fashion choices added a unique flair to each event.

The dress, a testament to their love story, featured a heartfelt letter Anant wrote to her on her 22nd birthday. (Source: Rhea Kapoor/ Instagram, file)

Radhika Merchant’s European pre-wedding celebrations were a whirlwind of luxury, live music, and heartwarming tributes. The four-day extravaganza saw her sailing across the Mediterranean with Bollywood A-listers and business tycoons, all while showcasing a series of unforgettable fashion statements.

Radhika Merchant kicked off the festivities in a custom gown by London designer Robert Wun. The dress, a testament to their love story, featured a heartfelt letter Anant wrote to her on her 22nd birthday.

“He wrote me this long letter for my birthday about what I mean to him,” Radhika told Vogue. “I wanted it for posterity—I want to be able to show it to my kids and grandkids, and say that ‘this is what our love was.’” The night ended with a surprise performance by the Backstreet Boys.

Radhika merchant wore a gown printed with a love letter which Anant Ambani penned for her on her 22nd b’day. pic.twitter.com/bdlzqzrrd3

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The Ambani-Merchant pre-wedding cruise in Europe was a star-studded extravaganza filled with unique fashion moments and heartwarming details. Here’s a glimpse into the four-day celebration:

Toga Throwback: The second day brought a Roman-themed toga party. In keeping with the theme, Radhika opted for a custom “toga” designed by Grace Ling, featuring a 3D-printed aerospace aluminium breastplate – a nod to her New York City days, where she studied while Anant was at Brown. Guests were treated to a DJ set by David Guetta.

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Masquerade Ball Magic: Day three saw a glamorous masquerade ball at a French chateau. Radhika channeled the beauty of the French Riviera in a custom Versace gown with blue hues, designed in collaboration with the atelier for a year. A rare blue opal necklace with diamonds (her birthstone and his) completed the look. Anant sported custom Dolce & Gabbana for the occasion.

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A Touch of History: For the final celebration in Portofino, Italy where Andrea Bocelli performed, Radhika wore a piece of fashion history – a vintage Yves Saint Laurent for Dior dress sourced by stylist Mimi Cuttrell. The closing night transformed the town square into a lively open-air concert.

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“It was simply the most wonderful evening. “I had goosebumps,” Merchant told Vogue of the famed singer’s performance.

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