Weddings are important occasions not only for the newlyweds but for the guests too. It is a day they can flaunt their fashion selections and sensibilities. Planning what to wear, well in time, ensures that the whole experience is memorable, eliminating last minute wardrobe panic attacks!

Oh my god! It is next month…next week…tomorrow. Assembling the perfect sartorial repertoire can never be left for the nth hour. The moment you get the good news that your best buddy or your cousin is getting hitched is the moment you start putting together your look for the D Day. This ensures that you can focus on the fun and festivities than on running from pillar to post in search of the ideal apparel. Indeed, a wedding is a celebration that requires proper attire, but this does not call for extravagant dressing; you are still a guest, not the bride herself.

Christian Wedding- White isn’t for you

• There was a time when for most Christian weddings, a dress code was sent out to match the theme, now the trend is left to the guests themselves, giving you more flexibility in deciding your style.
• White is always reserved for the bride, even if the bride chooses a different shade of white combined with pink or yellow, it is still her day. And black is complete no-no, as it has certain negative implications.
• So for a chic look try something in deep blue or purple. Light hues like buttercup or powder blue will also look very pleasant. Pair your outfit with the right kind of accessories like a simple pendant and you are definitely ready to party.

Ethnic wear- Riot of colours

• As for traditional Hindu weddings, the world is your oyster. If a saree is the call, there is a myriad of options available in terms of colours, textures, feel and budget.
• The customary shades of red have given way to a rainbow of colours giving you a wide range to choose from. Go for the tried and tested evergreen pure silk with golden embroidery or banarasi silk and team it off with temple jewellery.
• If you are in an adventurous mood try designer sarees in purple, green or black worn with backless cholis or noodle strap blouses. If a saree seems a little too much, Anarkalis can come to the rescue: grand and easy to handle, they are perfect for weddings.
• Opt for A-line salwaars or flare net Anarkalis, or silk or georgette salwars embellished with heavy embroidery. Combined with the right accessories, they are absolutely lethal. Lehenga is a great option too, as long as it does not outshine the bride’s.

Adequate Accessories

• Accessories can make or mar any look. Too much of everything can ruin the whole effect; it is not the only day for you to show off all your jewellery. Rather, try to keep it simple, elegantly understated and defined.
• A single piece of heavy jewellery, an antique or a choker, against a grand saree will stand out more prominently than a boxful of baubles.

Light on your feet

• While choosing festive footwear most of us tend to sacrifice the comfort factor at the altar of fashion.
• This might be disastrous on a wedding day which requires a lot of standing and walking during the course of the various functions. Picking the right shoes and sandals, thus, assumes equal importance as the dress selection, perhaps even more. In case of evening gowns and dresses, choose wedges or platform heels to complement your stunning ensemble.
• Opt for stilettos only if you can carry them off without collapsing into an awkward gait halfway into the evening. For ethnic wear, there is a wide range of fancy footwear available.
• Choose something that goes with your saree or anarkali, an ethnic sandal with slight heels will lend you more grace.
• It is all about getting it right so spend some time conjuring up your attire before a wedding and be assured of receiving wonderful compliments on the day.

 

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