TRENDING BRIDAL OUTFITS FOR THIS WEDDING SEASON

Gunjan thakurAugust 16, 2022

The most happening and pomp season is here. It’s officially the wedding season and we are as excited as you are. We believe that the Indian bridal outfit is more important than the bridegroom himself.  Just kidding. But we cannot stress enough the significance of picking out the perfect dress for your wedding. Being a bride can be an ‘over the moon’ yet stressful feeling at the same time. Here we are, you fairy mother, to help you with your dreamy dress for your fairy tale wedding.

Gone are the times when only red sarees and lehengas were worn at weddings. Brides nowadays are willing to experiment with their bridal outfits to make them look unique on their special day. To cater to these changing trends, designers and cloth store owners are putting up a plethora of bridal outfit options that one can choose from. The most confusing task is not solving a math problem anymore. It is choosing the best of the best bridal outfit from an insanely large collection of dresses available in the market. 

 The bridal store is like an art gallery. The vibrance, shimmer, and opulence it offers are unparalleled. Each dress, with its finesse and grandeur, is like a work of art. Be it your Mehendi, sangeet, reception, or wedding, you do not want to wear the same colors or patterns. Go for a different dress on different occasions. Play with colors, designs, and patterns. If you want to be a simple bride, opt for pastels and icy hues.  If you want to be the shimmery bride, opt for bolder shades, heavy embroidery, and zari work. When in doubt, always choose florals as they never go out of fashion. Do not shy away from experimenting with unconventional colors like black and white to make a style statement and have an indelible mark on your guests. Some of the trending bridal outfits this season are: 

ANARKALI LEHENGA:

Royal, extravagant and exquisite are its adjectives. Bollywood actresses besides being known for their acting skills are also known for the Anarkali lehengas they don. Just the look of it, the flowy, gorgeous and sophisticated ‘piece of art’ leaves us spell-bound. They are the ideal pick for every Indian bride and are here to stay for another few decades. These lehengas are so attention-grabbing that it mutes or takes away all the attention from the groom making the bride the center of attraction.

Brides can go for bold colors and heavy embroidery and also play with necklines and sleeve length. While the bridesmaids can opt for lighter shades and minimal designs. Various types of lehengas like shimmery, technicolor, and printed are available to choose from. We recommend shopping for lehengas offline as they offer this unparalleled satisfaction of touching and feeling and trying them on before buying. The prices may vary from 2K to a few lakhs depending on the materials used, intricacy of work, and the design label.  

SHARARA DRESSES:

Sharara dresses are resurfacing again. It looks like a lehenga and an ideal sharara dress consists of wide-leg pants, a kurta, and a dupatta or a veil. Perfect to be worn by the bridesmaids, this can also be worn by the bride with suitable jewelry and make-up that elevates the outfit.  Sharara dresses are where style meets tradition and it is the ultimate indo-western outfit you were looking to adorn in a wedding. 

PRE-DRAPED SAREE:

Pre-draped sarees are the buzz now. Top Bollywood celebrities like Deepika Padukone, Anushka Sharma, Kareena Kapoor, etc. have flaunted it with class. So why don’t we give it a try? They are in no way inferior to conventional sarees. Except that they give an added advantage of saving time. From shimmery, ruffled, printed, solids, and abstract they have a wide variety of choices. Gone are the times when you have to hire a professional to drape your saree to perfection. Pre-draped sarees are here to the rescue. The prices range from 1K to 1.5L depending on the type of saree you choose and the work they behold. Tip for the bridesmaids: Add a belt to your saree to get the classic chic look. 

KANCHIPURAM SILK SAREE:

Being the go-to for every South Indian bride, Kanchipuram silk sarees never go out of style. Woven from pure mulberry silk, they are a mixture of comfort and elegance. The borders are woven out of gold and silver threads from Gujarat adding an immense amount of luxury to the saree. Contrasting colors between the saree and its border is its distinguishing feature. Common patterns include florals, leaves, birds, animals, stripes, and checks. The price of the sarees varies from 2K to 2-3 L depending on the type of silk and zari used, the intricate work, colors, and patterns. Acclaimed for its quality of silk and craftsmanship, Kanchipuram silk sarees are sure to make you feel like a queen. 

We are elated to have helped you out with your D-day dress.