Fashion influencer Nancy Tyagi made a striking entrance at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, donning a pink ruffled gown with a lengthy train. The handmade dress, which required one month to make, has received extensive recognition and praise online, even from actor Sonam Kapoor and fashion critic Sufi Motiwala.
In her Instagram post, Tyagi revealed that the dress was made with 1,000 meters of fabric and had a weight of over 20 kg. Walking on the red carpet at the 77th Cannes Film Festival for the first time feels like a dream. I dedicated all my passion and energy to make this pink gown, which required a month, 1000 meters of fabric, and weighs more than 20kg. The experience has been challenging, but every second was valuable. I am filled with happiness and appreciation for the love and support I have received from all of you. This is a dream come true, and I trust that my creation will impress you just as much as your encouragement has motivated me. She wrote, “I sincerely thank you from the depths of my heart.”
The intricate design and skilled craftsmanship of the gown captured a lot of attention, turning her into an overnight internet sensation. Sonam Kapoor, a fashion diva, was among many who found the story behind her gown to be impactful. Indeed, Sonam Kapoor posted Nancy’s video on her Instagram account, displaying the making of the Cannes saree. She complimented it as the ‘Top look at Cannes’ and showed interest in a similar design by mentioning Nancy, jokingly asking for a custom piece: ‘Create one for me’.
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How did people react?
“The best thing on the internet today, you’re a star,” praised an Instagram user.
“Nancy, this feels like a personal win,” shared another.
“You deserve every bit of it,” posted a third.
“The happiest I’ve been for someone I don’t personally know!” commented a fourth.
“Hard work and talent in equal parts. You’re legendary, Nancy. This will go down in the books,” expressed a fifth.
Who is Nancy Tyagi?
Nancy Tyagi, hailing from Baranwa, Uttar Pradesh, gained fame through her videos where she recreated the outfits of famous personalities. She is only 23 year old. In recent years, Tyagi has recreated numerous high-end garments worn by famous celebrities like Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt. Tyagi replicated the Louis Vuitton dress that Padukone donned at the Oscars 2023, as well as the grey dress with puffed sleeves by Miss Sohee from her spring couture 2023 collection that Bhatt wore at the Red Sea International Film Festival.
Early education and UPSC aspiration
Nancy’s upbringing in the peaceful village of Barnawa played a significant role in molding her future. Her schooling in the schools of Baghpat District, along with her passion for design from a young age, paved the way for her future pursuits. She did exceptionally well in her studies, achieving outstanding results in Class 12, while also developing a love for fashion by sewing clothes for her dolls, which would eventually pave the way for her career.
After finishing her education, Nancy’s aspirations brought her to the vibrant city of Delhi, where she intended to successfully pass the acclaimed UPSC exams. Nevertheless, the outbreak of the pandemic in 2020 made her reevaluate her direction. The surprising change of events allowed her to find a positive aspect in content creation, leading to a new career path.
What else made her debut at the Cannes special?
Originating from a tiny town, lacking any fashion qualifications but still pursuing a career as a dress designer, embarking on a fashion influencer path from the beginning, and sewing her own stunning gown for her debut at Cannes at only 23 years old – make this event truly unique.
Nevertheless, there is additional information to the narrative. The reason for India’s pride was that the girl spoke in Hindi on the red carpet. Yes, while others may feel embarrassed about not speaking English fluently and some celebrities prefer using English for interviews, the girl from Uttar Pradesh proudly spoke to the media in Hindi. The girl had a translator who interpreted both the media’s questions and her answers to them.
