Indian weddings are a huge show of pomp and glory. From colourful ceremonies to vibrant décor, you will find traditional symbolisms in everything. Moreover, they span numerous days, stretching to a week or two. Whether you have a wedding invite in the next few weeks, or have a family member getting hitched, you must be confused. Most women are at a loss, while choosing the right attire for various types of wedding functions, based on geography.
So, here we have some ideas for you, to make matters less cumbersome. You will be able to stick to the traditions, too.
Things To Remember While Planning To Attend Indian Weddings
North Indian Wedding – In the Northern part of India, lehengas and cholis are in fashion and a part of the culture. You can as a guest, wear something on similar lines, but which is lighter. Choose crop top and skirt in fancy fabrics, with embellishments, while attending a North Indian wedding. Ensure to get a nice, matching dupatta to go with the attire. Accessorise with kundan and polki jewellery.
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South Indian Wedding – So, you have been invited for one? South Indian weddings are a mix of beautiful rituals and simplicity. Moreover, each state has its own special customs and style. You can choose sarees, lehengas, and the latest kurti churidars for such events and functions. Go for Kasavu sarees, Kanchipuram sarees, Madisar sarees, or Mysore Silks. The half-saree is also quite popular down south. Whatever you choose, keep the attire bright and in colours like green, red, and yellow gold. And do not forget to wear heavy temple jewellery and gajras.
West Indian Wedding – Whether it is Gujarat or Rajasthan, mirror-work, aari-work, and heavily embellished attire is a common sight. Lehengas and ghagras or chania cholis are most common in these regions. Bandhani sarees and Patola sarees in the colours yellow, red, peacock blue and rani pink, are also quite common. You can also wear Anarkali suits.
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East Indian Wedding – If you have been invited to a Bengali wedding, for example, go traditional. For the main events, most guests love to flaunt themselves in heavy silks, Banarasi, or Kanjeevaram sarees. You can club your attire with Bengali style jewellery. For Assamese weddings, a Mekhla Chador will be perfect. And if you want to take the saree route, wear Muga Silk.
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Take Away…
Indian weddings are colourful, vibrant, and known as Big and Fat. So, as guests, you may want to match up to the festive spirit and occasion. Sometimes, it may not be possible to purchase new costumes for one single event, unless it’s in your family. Just remember to be yourself and carry anything that you have, with confidence.
Featured Image Credit – Photo by Kushan Perera: (Free to use under Pexels content license) Published Date – December 14th, 2022
