Nancy Tyagi’s 700-Hour DIY Gown Turns Heads at Cannes 2025

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DIY Queen Returns to Cannes! DIY Queen Returns to Cannes! Nancy Tyagi wowed Cannes 2025 in a self-stitched silver turquoise gown with a plunging neckline, corset bodice, and floral tulle layers.

700 Hours of Pure Passion 700 Hours of Pure Passion The gown took over a month, nearly 700 hours, to craft, proving her unmatched dedication to DIY couture.

From Seelampur to the Red Carpet From Seelampur to the Red Carpet Nancy sourced all her fabric from Delhi’s Seelampur market and turned it into a show-stopping masterpiece.

A Tribute to Mom A Tribute to Mom Inspired by her mother’s favourite colour, the gown featured hand-made roses, pearl detailing, and dramatic volume.

She rocked a sleek bun, smoky eyes, winged liner, and a brown lip topped off with bold earrings and glowing skin.

Styled to Slay Styled to Slay

From UPSC to Couture Star From UPSC to Couture Star A 24-year-old from Baranwa with no formal training, Nancy stitched her way from UPSC prep to international red carpets.