Quick answer: Tena Durrani is known for Mughal-inspired designs with red-carpet glamour — heritage motifs, Swarovski crystal embellishment and regal silhouettes, across bridal couture, formals and contemporary gowns. She sits in the premium tier with several weeks' lead time for custom pieces. This guide covers her signature style, how to order, and how to get the glamorous look more accessibly.
Please note: AÏNN London is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a stockist of Tena Durrani. This guide is an educational resource for customers exploring Pakistani designers. Prices and availability are approximate and change frequently.
About Tena Durrani
Tena Durrani has been creating casual wear, bridal couture and formals since 2005. Known for her dedication to individual designs and Mughal-inspired aesthetics, she's a favourite for red-carpet events and luxury bridal wear. Based in Pakistan, she specialises in bridal couture, red-carpet and formal wear, is known for Mughal inspiration, Swarovski crystals and individual attention, releases new collections frequently, and sells through tenadurrani.com. She sits in the premium tier.
Signature style
Mughal heritage: designs rooted in Mughal art and architecture, heritage motifs with modern presentation, a regal aesthetic and architectural elements drawn from Mughal monuments and textiles. Embellishment: Swarovski crystals, layered beads and pearls, dimensional appliqué, traditional dabka and naqshi handwork, and classic zardozi metallic embroidery. Versatile designs: contemporary glamorous gowns, traditional heritage lehengas and ghararas, red-carpet-ready pieces and East-meets-West fusion silhouettes. Colour: rich jewel tones (emerald, ruby, sapphire), traditional reds with depth, antique gold and silver metallic accents, and sophisticated ivories and champagnes.
Pricing
Tena Durrani spans pret and formal wear, through heavy formals, up to full bridal couture at the premium end. Exact pricing is enquiry-based, and ordering directly from Pakistan adds shipping, duty and 20% VAT — roughly a quarter to a third on top (see our customs and duties guide).
How to order from Tena Durrani
Website: tenadurrani.com offers online ordering with international shipping. UK stockists: available through select Pakistani fashion retailers in the UK. Direct from Pakistan: contact via website or Instagram, discuss requirements, provide measurements, pay a deposit, await production (several weeks for custom), review progress photos, then pay the balance and receive your shipment. Challenges for UK customers: several weeks' lead time, customs and duties on arrival, Pakistani sizing differing from UK standards, time-zone communication and limited returns on custom orders.
How to get the Tena Durrani look
Look for Mughal heritage motifs and architectural patterns; quality crystal work with strategic placement; regal, commanding silhouettes with structured bodices and flowing skirts; layered, dimensional embellishment; and a dramatic, photography-ready finish. Styling: statement jewellery (kundan, polki or contemporary crystal sets), glamorous defined make-up (smoky eyes, bold lips), elegant updos or Hollywood waves, and coordinated potli bags and jutis.
A more accessible alternative
If you love the Mughal-glamour aesthetic but prefer faster delivery and UK-based service, a UK-based retailer offers the look more accessibly.
| Factor | Tena Durrani | AÏNN London |
|---|---|---|
| Bridal price | Premium, enquiry-based | Lehengas typically ~£900–£3,000 |
| Delivery | Several weeks (custom) | In-stock ~10–12 days; made-to-order ~4–6 weeks |
| Customs/duties | Added on top (a quarter to a third) | Included |
| Service | Pakistan-based | UK-based |
| Sizing | Pakistani standard | Standard and custom included |
AÏNN London offers Mughal-inspired, glamorous pieces made to your measurements with a 3–5 inch alteration margin and a video before dispatch. Browse the bridal collection.
Related designer style guides
- Zainab Chottani — Swarovski specialist, bespoke luxury
- HSY — the “King of Couture,” Mughal influences
- Bunto Kazmi — heritage couture
- Elan — luxury bridal
- Faiza Saqlain — modern traditional
Helpful resources: our fashion glossary, how to order from Pakistan, and the size & fit guide.
Shop the aesthetic
Browse AÏNN London collections featuring Mughal elegance and glamorous pieces: bridal, walima, gold, red and lehenga.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tena Durrani known for?
Mughal-inspired designs with red-carpet glamour — heritage motifs, Swarovski crystal embellishment and regal silhouettes across bridal, formals and contemporary gowns.
How much does Tena Durrani cost?
Pricing is enquiry-based and sits in the premium tier. UK buyers should add roughly a quarter to a third for duties and VAT when ordering directly.
How long does a custom piece take?
Several weeks for custom pieces, plus shipping and customs for international orders.
What's a more accessible alternative?
UK-based retailers offer the Mughal-glamour look with transparent pricing, custom sizing, duties included and far faster delivery.
Last updated: June 2026
