From Technology Consulting to a Decade of Couture
Mannat Couture was founded in August 2016 by Sri Lankan fashion designer Dilly Rajapakshe. Before launching the label, Dilly built her career as a technology consultant, eventually stepping away from the corporate world to pursue her lifelong passion for fashion design.
What began as a bold career change in Colombo has grown over the past decade into one of Sri Lanka's most trusted destinations for designer, bridal, and wedding wear. Since 2016, Dilly Rajapakshe through Mannat Couture has styled hundreds of brides and thousands of wedding guests on their most special occasions across Sri Lanka and across the globe.
Alongside her own in-house Mannat Couture creations, Dilly personally travels and hand-picks a curated selection of Indian sarees and lehengas, bringing both original Sri Lankan design sensibilities and fine Indian couture together under one roof at our Colombo 06 lounge.
International Runway Showcase & Awards
Over the years, Dilly Rajapakshe's work in bridal and contemporary occasion fashion has been recognized across international runways, academic honors, and luxury lifestyle awards:
- Asian European Fashion Show in Paris, France (2017): Just a year after founding Mannat Couture, Dilly participated as the showstopper designer at the Asian European Fashion Show in Paris, France, where she showcased her unique design skills and couture silhouettes on a European stage.
- Most Preferred Fashion Brand in Luxury Lifestyle Industry (2020): Mannat Couture by Dilly Rajapakshe was awarded the title of "Most Preferred Fashion Brand in Luxury Lifestyle Industry" at the Global MICE Congress & Awards and Luxury Lifestyle Leadership Awards.
- Honorary Doctorate in Arts, Maryland State University, USA (2025): In recognition of her creative leadership and contribution to fashion design, Dilly was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Arts (Doctor of Philosophy in Arts) by Maryland State University, USA in 2025.
- Leading Designer in Contemporary Fashion, Cluster of Achievers (2025): In 2025, she was also honored with the title of "Leading Designer in Contemporary Fashion" by the Cluster of Achievers.
Backed by Verified Trustpilot & Google Reviews
Choosing a bridal saree or ordering occasion wear from overseas requires genuine confidence. Over the years, brides, mothers of the bride and groom, and international shoppers have shared their experiences across independent review platforms, earning Mannat Couture an "Excellent" 4.5 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot alongside consistently high ratings on Google Reviews for our Colombo 06 boutique.
Clients frequently highlight our warm, unhurried styling guidance, reliable international delivery for overseas bridal fittings, and the ability to find standout pieces that do not look mass-produced.
Designed for Brides, Wedding Families, and Overseas Celebrations
Every Mannat Couture collection is built around how a garment actually feels and photographs during a real celebration:
- Bridal & Homecoming Couture: Through our Luxe Bridal Edit and Homecoming Collection, we dress brides for traditional Poruwa ceremonies, church and registry weddings, Hindu and Nikah celebrations, and evening Homecomings.
- Mothers & Sisters of the Bride and Groom: Milestone family roles deserve a look that stands apart without competing with the bride. Our Kohinoor ~ Luxe Edit focuses on champagne, antique gold, rose gold, and jewel-toned drapes with pearl, bead, and katdana detailing tailored for formal receptions.
- Festive Guests & Dinner Dances: Our Marhaba and Limited Edition Contemporary collections offer vibrant colors, comfortable drapes, and small-batch exclusivity for wedding guests, Mehendi and Sangeeth nights, and formal galas.
A Warm, Supportive Experience in Colombo and Worldwide
Over the last ten years, Mannat Couture has become a go-to label for Sri Lankan and South Asian families living in Australia, the UK, Canada, the US, Europe, and the UAE, as well as international guests flying into Sri Lanka for destination weddings.
Whether you visit us in person or shop from overseas, our team makes the process straightforward and personal:
- Remote Bridal & Occasion Consultations: As seen in our overseas bridal stories, we guide brides and families through measurements, color matching, and styling online from anywhere in the world.
- Pre-Stitched Draping on Request: For first-time saree wearers or travellers who want a stress-free wedding morning, speak to our team to arrange pre-stitched draping so your saree wraps in a minute.
- Visit Our Colombo 06 Lounge: Our boutique is located at No. 192A, High Level Road, Kirulapone, Colombo 06, Sri Lanka, open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM with customer parking and card payments available. Have a question? Get in touch with our team.