Making every look & style tell your story
SOUTH ASIAN BRIDAL STYLIST DALLAS | BRIDAL LEHENGA DRAPING | SOUTH ASIAN WEDDINGS
style on your wedding week
Blending runway fashion and a passion for South Asian culture to showcase your
Akila lives for the pure look of joy in the brides she styles as they twirl around in front of the mirror.
Her five years spent in France studying l’haute couture have curated her fashion sense. Flowing silhouettes reflect French influences, while vibrant details echo her Indian heritage. Each piece tells a story of cultural fusion. Asymmetric patterns and abstract designs captivate her, but at the core of her unique fashion vision is
With her deep savoir-faire in Indian sarees and lehengas, Akila eases couples' worries about draping their outfits. She'll style them without sacrificing comfort or their unique fashion sense.
She knows today’s brides want to look and feel their best in South Asian wedding outfits. The good news? They don't have to give up their roots to feel confident.
Sourcing authentic South Asian wedding textiles is also a task she knows the modern bride doesn’t have time for. She vividly remembers living in France and working into the early hours of the morning on her computer co-ordinating with Indian designers several timezones away. Those late-night scrollings took a toll, and she remembers thinking, “No bride deserves to have to deal with this.”
Her geeky, techy side offers a huge advantage to her clients. Her knowledge in tech tools like Basecamp for checklists and Loom videos help her connect with clients worldwide.
marrying comfort & style
AKILA PALANISWAMI
Akila is a widely recognized figure in the South Asian fashion scene. She has collaborated with designers and showcased South Asian fashion at SANYFW (South Asian New York Fashion Week) where she styled influencers:
Ashna Gray
Anthony O. Gomes
She was also recently recognized on New York Weekly Magazine’s 40 Under 40 list
Sruthi Jayadevan
“In the wedding chaos, I’ll help you find and express your heart-seizing style."
Akila Palaniswami
We know how tricky it can be to strike a balance between your heritage and your own desires. Family pressure and unsolicited (but well-meaning) opinions about your ensemble can be overwhelming. At Pattupleats, we empower you to stick to your vision in a way that also honors tradition and customs.
Empowerment
Each look is one-of-a-kind. We aim to create a look that expresses your unique sense of style and personality and brings out your natural radiance. We achieve this through in-depth consultations, questionnaires about your likes and dislikes, moodboards, shopping assistance, in-person styling sessions, and more.
Collaboration
Last-minute snag in your saree on wedding day? Not to worry–our team of seamstresses and stylists will be on-site to fix any styling emergencies. Our operation is a logistical dream, with the majority of the work done before your wedding day so you can breathe easy.
Unparalleled Support
Curated wedding styles that act as the
centerpiece of your special day
We want you to look back at your wedding photos years from now and feel glad that you took the time to honor your roots and your personal style.
We guarantee you’ll be left with a souvenir of joy–one that encompasses pride, playfulness, connectedness, and confidence.
Reach out today, and together, we’ll co-create the vision for your unforgettable wedding style.
