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Indian weddings, in particular, are grand, majestic celebrations of two beautiful individuals taking a step into the mesmerizing journey of holy matrimony. In fact, it is not just the to-be-married couple; it is two entire families taking a leap into becoming one. This special occasion is commemorated in several small and major events like Haldi, Mehendi, Sangeet, Phere, etc. The grand celebration is bespangled with love, care, blessings, and, of course, dance, music, and endless fun that last for 2 to 4 days.
Everything from venue decorations to the bride and groom’s wedding shopping requires meticulous planning and takes months for proper execution. While the bride is obviously the center of attention, it is the bride’s best friend, who is also her "bridesmaid," who serves as her real knight in shining armor. She, while ticking all the boxes on the list of her best friend’s dream wedding wishes, often falls prey to wearing conventional outfits. This article is specially curated for bridesmaids who remarkably perform their roles of being on their toes for every minute and major bridal emergency but are still stern about choosing bridesmaid outfits that will make them look drop-dead gorgeous at every event on the list.
A bridesmaid’s job description particularly consists of everything related to the bride’s requirements: picking the perfect Bridal Lehenga, selecting a beautiful makeup look, as well as carefully picking out quintessential elements of the bridal trousseau. While busy with bridal duties, she often subconsciously neglects picking bridesmaid outfits for herself. Considering the fact that the event is going to be a blast and there are going to be memories captured through spectacular pictures that one will look at with watering eyes and a happy heart years later, it is essential for the bridesmaids to dress up to the nines.
So, here’s to the bridesmaids, an assemblage of classic-contemporary looks by WeaverStory for every event of the Indian wedding worth adding to your sartorial. There is no denying that draping your curves in slinky Silk Saree is one of the easiest ways to effortlessly add oomph to your style quotient, and that’s exactly why we bring you a few of the best selected Katan Silk Saree and Tissue Silk Saree from our collections.
Haldi
Haldi is an auspicious pre-wedding ritual wherein close friends and relatives apply turmeric to both the bride and groom’s face, neck, hands, and legs. Some people believe that the ceremony wards off evil spirits that might negatively affect the bride and groom, while others apply ‘haldi’ to the couple to bring a healthy glow and shine to their faces before D-day. This function is filled with flowers, haldi, music, dance, and lots of memories.
While slaying through the bridal duties is important, it is also important to thoroughly enjoy your best friend’s pre-wedding rituals with all your heart. For that, you need a Katan Silk Saree that makes you stand out from the crowd while also feeling comfortable enough to show your thumkas.
This yellow handloom is one of the best Banarasi katan silk sarees one could only dream of! Exquisitely handcrafted by the expert craftsmen of Banaras, this illuminating katan Banarasi masterpiece is richly adorned with an alluring display of sona (gold) and rupa (silver) jaals. Drape yourself in this sunshine-glimmering saree and add a few red roses to your bun while accessorizing with pearl jewellery; you are destined to look like a million dollars this day!
Cocktail Night
Cocktail nights are a blast. Do we all agree with that? This night, before the actual pre-wedding rituals begin, serves as a kickstart to the happiest 3-day extravaganza. With dancing nights, endless drinks, loud music, and a dance floor to yourself, you must wear a drape that not only lets you make a show stopping entrance but also allows you to set the stage on fire.
This extraordinarily glamorous grey tissue silk saree is the perfect drape to steal the show. To make your drape look more stylized, add a leather waist belt, ditch those heels and wear boots instead, opt for diamond accessories, and put on a sleek ponytail. You are destined to look no less than a celebrity bridesmaid.
Mehendi
Yet another fun-filled pre-wedding ritual, mehendi is a tradition wherein mehendi, also known as henna, is applied on the bride’s hands and feet. It is believed that the deeper the color, the happier the couple will be in their marriage. The designs of the henna art symbolize love, values, and blessings. Brides even get their groom’s name hidden in the design, and the groom has to find it later.
The event has more of a lounge feel, with floral decorations and cosy, colorful pillows all around. The music and dance during this event exude a cheerful vibe. Mehendi outfits for bridesmaids must be extremely comfortable and elegant enough to match the vibe. You can choose the classic route of wearing a subtle-hued drape, but add an ultra-chic touch by pairing it with a bold-colored blouse.
This gold saree is an apt pick for bridesmaids looking for a scene-stealing look. You can pair the elegant drape with a green silk blouse heavily embroidered with either zardozi or stone embellishments.
Sangeet
This is the night when the dancing doesn’t stop. There is music, group dance performances, casual toasts for the couple, and so much more. Wearing a slinky, glamorous drape like this purple saree would be the best decision you make! Everyone around you will be stunned to see your new, bold look.
The striking katan silk saree is adorned with Antique Zari, intricately crafted with delicate gold zari threads. The red selvedge added across the border of this exquisite saree gives its already extraordinary aesthetic appeal a touch of unrivalled luxury.
Wedding Day
D-day, when your best friend is about to take a dreamy walk down the aisle, can be a little emotional for you. We get it! But isn’t the day all about celebrating the union of your best friend and her soulmate? Everyone around is adorned in heavily embellished sarees and lehengas, you sure don’t want to miss out on that!
This wine handloom is the perfect pick for you to look like a million dollars without making an extra effort. All you have to do is drape yourself in its elegance, accessorize with statement gold jewellery, and opt for a subtle makeup look. The saree is destined to take center stage and make you look show-stopping gorgeous.
Reception
This is the party where you get to meet the couple as a "married couple" for the first time. It calls for a Gatsby-like celebration, doesn’t it? This sumptuous party calls for a glamorous, diva look. This is why we got you one of our most exquisite pieces of all time, the Black Banarasi masterpiece.
This bold black handloom is a show-stopper you must add to your fashionable closet right away. Featuring a stunning expanse of gold zari, this Banarasi saree is destined to elevate the glamour quotient of your wardrobe. The Katan Banarasi saree has been meticulously handcrafted by the master artisans of Banaras.
We hope this bridesmaid outfit guide helped you pick your outfit or at least gave you some sartorial inspiration. You can explore many more bewitching Katan Silk and Tissue Silk drapes on our website. Until next time, explore our collections to feel one step closer to the rich Indian handloom heritage.
Author: Simran Shaikh
