Nancy Tyagi sourced her self-proclaimed dress from The Source Bombay
Fashion influencer Nancy Tyagi, widely admired for her self-stitched red carpet looks, is now facing criticism after questions arose about the authenticity of her Cannes 2025 gown.
🎤 The Allegations
The controversy began when singer Neha Bhasin hinted that Tyagi’s much-praised corset gown might not be her original creation. Bhasin shared a comparison of her own past look with Tyagi’s Cannes outfit on Instagram, noting striking similarities and using captions like “Same same” and “This corset looks too familiar”, sparking speculation.
🛍️ A Designer Steps In
Adding to the debate, Surbhi Gupta, the owner of The Source Bombay, claimed that Nancy had actually purchased the corset dress from her boutique for ₹25,000. According to Gupta, the dress was neither a collaborative piece nor a custom design – it was bought like any other ready-to-wear garment.
While Nancy may have added her signature cape or styling elements to the outfit, Gupta emphasized that the core piece – the corset gown – was her boutique’s design. This directly contradicts Nancy’s earlier claims that the ensemble was entirely self-made and a tribute to her mother, taking nearly a month to craft.


🧵 The Bigger Question: DIY or Style Remix?
Tyagi has built her brand around stitching elaborate red carpet outfits from scratch – gaining praise for her dedication and resourcefulness. This latest controversy has divided her followers:
- Some believe she may have only styled or enhanced the dress (e.g., adding the cape).
- Others feel misled by her implying the entire piece was handmade.
🔕 Silence from Nancy
As of now, Nancy Tyagi has not made a public statement addressing the issue. Her silence has fueled speculation, while also raising conversations around credibility, transparency, and what counts as DIY in the world of fashion influencers.
🧐 Final Thoughts
The Nancy Tyagi case is a reminder of the blurry lines in content creation — where inspiration, curation, and originality often overlap. Whether it was a misunderstanding or a misrepresentation, the situation highlights how important it is for influencers to maintain trust with their audience.
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