India, July 13 -- Akansha Ranjan Kapoor made a breathtaking bride at her wedding reception, embracing head-to-toe glamour in a dazzling couture ensemble. Ditching a traditional bridal look, she opted for a light gold mermaid lehenga adorned with shimmering crystal embellishments and paired it with an equally dramatic cape. If you're a bride-to-be looking for contemporary reception inspiration, her latest look is one to bookmark. (Also read: Akansha Ranjan Kapoor ties the knot with Sharan Sharma: What the bride wore on her special day )

For her reception, Akansha slipped into a light gold mermaid lehenga that shimmered beautifully with every step. Inspired by "crystals caught in mid-melt," the couture creation featured intricate baroque-i...