Wendell Rodricks passes away: The many times celebrities wore his creations

Fashion designer Wendell Rodricks passed away on Wednesday, leaving many numb in shock. Hailing from a Catholic family in Goa, the designer had been a vocal activist, speaking often on myriad of issues from environment to sexual orientation. He was also instrumental in championing minimalism and popularising it as an aesthetic. Over the years, several celebrities walked for the designer and some shared after his demise how he had more faith in them than they did. The fashion industry is still reeling in shock and emotional obituaries are all over social media. We bring to you some instances of actors wearing his creation.

Mallaika Arora shared this lovely photo where the designer can be seen preparing her before a show. In the past, Arora has often donned his creations. (Source: Malaika Arora/ Instagram)

Deepika Padukone was seen walking the ramp for him looking lovely in a white dress. The outfit stood out for the intricate detailing. (Express photo by Oinam Anand)

At Golden Globe last year, actor Neena Gupta was spotted in one of his monotone saris. Teamed with a matching blouse, the look was rounded out with a bindi and statement earrings. (Source: Neena Gupta/Instagram)

Anushka Sharma, who shared that the designer was the reason she shifted to Mumbai at 18, had walked the ramp for him in the past. The actor had looked lovely in this red and pink satin dress. (Source: Anushka Sharma/Instagram)

Diana Penty too expressed her grief on hearing the news. Echoing Sharma's sentiments, she shared a picture from the past where the actor was spotted wearing a white satin dress. The outfit stood out for the straight cut and the sheer details. (Source: Diana Penty/Instagram)

Actor Evelyn Sharma too was seen walking the ramp for him. She wore one of his signature designs in a block colour with contrasting colour borders. (Express photo by Jasbir Malhi)

Actor Waluscha De Sousa too shared a photo with the designer. She was seen in a black ensemble accessorised with neon rings on it. (Express Photo by Amit Chakravarty)