Looking dazzling like a princess on her D-day is every bride’s dream. And why not, after all, it is one of the most awaited events of a girl’s life. Women these days are just not jumping on the bandwagon, but investing a lot of time to find what is suitable for their body type and above all what is going to complement them. There are a plethora of options when it comes to shopping for your wedding attire but a saree with its innovative draping styles, royal weaves, and spectacular colour options is the most stylish and safest option. So let us have a look at 10 must-have bridal sarees for wedding day.
Traditional Bridal Sarees
The traditional saree for a wedding day that was a part of our mother’s wardrobe, still refuses to lose its everlasting charm. In fact they are gaining weightage as all things vintage and royal are very much in vogue. Well, which bride wouldn’t want to look like a member of the noble family? Here we have for you a variety of sarees belonging to our rich culture and which the young brides would proudly want to flaunt.
1. Paithani Saree
- Paithani saree is considered one of the richest sarees in Maharashtra, which is made from very fine mulberry silk.
- Level up your wedding saree game with gorgeous hand-woven sarees with broad brocade borders and elaborate motifs.
- One remarkable feature of an ultra-rich paithani saree is that the designs and the motifs on the reverse side of the pallu are as clearly visible as on the front.
This grape-purple Paithani silk saree with a golden border looks splendid. Gold jewellery and a nice low bun adorned with a gajra will make the bride look like a Goddess.
2. Patola Sarees
- If jazzy and brightly coloured clothes define your personality, Patola sarees are a must-have for you. Patola is a double ikat woven saree, usually made from silk, made in Patan, Gujarat.
- They are very expensive and were initially possessed only by aristocratic families. Today they have Bollywood’s nod of approval.
- Being reversible and hence identical on both sides is also a splendid feature of these luxurious sarees.
- Beautiful geometrical designs, motifs of flowers, elephants and human figures are most commonly seen on these traditional sarees.
- Famous designs of Patola sarees include navratna, hathi sawari and narikunj can help you experiment.
This hot pink wedding silk saree with gota patti embroidery on the border and pallu is going to make a statement and give you the best dressed-status at your wedding rituals.
3 Modern Bridal Sarees
The young and sassy girls are no longer the shy brides who will follow traditions blindly. They love to experiment with their looks by wearing unique drapes, styles and very off-beat colours to make their special day memorable. This urge to innovate has given birth to completely new styles of sarees. We explored a few.
1. Pre-Draped Sarees
- In this fast-paced world where everything seems to be moving at the speed of light, pre-draped sarees are a blessing in disguise.
- Unlike the traditional sarees, there is no hassle of tucking, pleating and adjusting the length of the pallu.
- There are designer pre-draped sarees that might not require a petticoat. It could be like a skirt with pleats at the centre which would be super-duper easy to wear and save a lot of time.
- Pre-draped sarees can be worn by people of any age group without a hitch and add an element of grace to your overall look.
The beige pre-draped saree with sequins is charismatic, full of comfort and is good for both day and night parties. This will surely transform your saree aesthetics.
2. Designer Sarees
- Sarees made of super luxurious materials, with fancy and funky designs and unusual draping style fall in this category.
- Designer and fancy georgette sarees are exclusive and one of a kind with dreamy frills, dainty laces, capes, waist belts and more.
- The fashionable cuts of the blouse of these sarees also add an oomph factor to the outfit.
- They are generally made of georgette, chiffon, satin or velvet fabric.
The mint green Indo-western saree from KALKI is as blingy and glamorous as can be. Go easy on the accessories for a classy look.
Bridal Sarees For Different Body Types
Wearing an appropriate saree on wedding day which is suitable for your body type is of utmost importance. The slight mistake in your selection can be a mood spoiler. So let us find out how we can save ourselves from the fashion faux pas.
1. Sarees For Hourglass Shaped Body
- Women with this body type can carry sarees gracefully like no other.
- The best way to show off the hourglass figure and flaunt the curves is the body-hugging drapes.
- Light-hued sarees with minimal embroidery are best suited for a well-defined waist.
This metallic saree can embrace the curves of the bride-to-be like her second skin. She can be the cynosure of all the eyes at her cocktail in this wonderful drape.
2. Sarees For The Petite Body
- Petite women should go for sarees with thin borders.
- Big and loud prints are a complete no-no, in fact go for vertical prints that will make you look taller and leaner.
- Accessorizing your saree correctly can do wonders. Choosing the appropriate heel length, statement jewelry along with soft make up can elevate your look.
- Organza sarees, lehenga style drape sarees and tussar sarees will complement this body type.
This fancy organza saree will give its owner just the right amount of attention she deserves.
3. Sarees For The Pear Shaped Body
- Pear shaped body is the most attractive body type and adorning it with a georgette or chiffon saree makes it more flattering.
- The best drape for the pear-shaped body is the plain dark colored style as that focuses more on the upper body rather than the lower body.
- Women with this body type can carry pastels as well as bright colors with utmost ease.
The green chiffon saree for wedding from KALKI is one of a kind that will amp up your look.
Bridal Sarees For Different Wedding Ceremonies
Weddings are elaborate affairs with lots of events that are full of masti, drama, fun and frolic. Every event has its own importance, and it is always wise to dress up as per the need of the hour. One can be heavily dressed and go overboard with jewellery, make-up and accessories or opt for the light weighted, easy breezy and comfy clothing. We go ahead with few choices.
1. The Light Weighted Saree For Haldi Ceremony
- Before the bride is ready to take up new roles and responsibilities coming her way and before getting dolled up for D-day, a light weighted yellow saree is all she needs for the auspicious haldi ceremony.
- The bright yellow color is symbolic of positivity and adds great vibes to the environment.
- Floral accessories and gold jewellery also highly complement the yellow saree and makes the entire look very vibrant.
The yellow floral saree with floral prints and moti embroidery is very refreshing and pleasing to the eyes.
2. The Splendid Heavy Sarees For Wedding Ceremony
- A super rich and well-draped saree is a prerequisite for the wedding night as that is the only thing that you can sashay your night in.
- Shimmery net sarees and sequined sarees with bling look very royal for weddings.
- The embellishments and the ornate embroidery on the saree can make you the star of the evening.
- Teaming it up with jewellery made up of precious and semi-precious stones will be the icing on the cake.
The green sequined saree from KALKI worn with some elegant stone jewelry or diamonds will surely fetch you lots of compliments.
3. Vibrant Colored Sarees For The Mehendi Function
- The majority of girls like to stick to the ethnic theme for the mehendi function.
- Green, orange and yellow which are colors of the henna are the most popular choices for this occasion.
- One can choose from Bandhani to Kanjivaram and also go with different draping styles.
- The safest bet is to go for a saree with minimal embroideries, ruffles, or embellishments.
The lime green chiffon saree with a contrast-colored blouse is a marvelous combination for the mehendi ritual.
Indian weddings are associated with beautiful wedding pandals, designer clothes, exotic food, sacred traditions, and lots of gaana- bajana. It’s time to let yourself loose and pamper yourself by wearing the best outfits from your wardrobe and also go on a shopping spree to look your best on the most important day of your life. There is no set rule to follow. All you have to do is listen to your heart and choose what makes you feel on top of the world.
From blingy, stylish drapes for the mehndi night to wedding silk sarees; you can shop the latest and new arrivals from kalkifashion.com. Add the ethnic and designer sarees to your cart right away and take your excitement a notch higher.
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