Indian weddings are well known for their extravagance, tradition, and celebration of social culture. When you receive an invitation to attend a traditional Indian or multicultural fusion wedding, you probably start wondering about what are the most appropriate outfits to wear. Selecting what to wear to participate in the event is a confusing task. As a guest, you'll get too immersed in the cultural event for a day or two. So, you must intend to conform to the needs of the occasion.
Style and Colour are an essential part and factor to keep in mind when picking out your Indian wedding guest attire. Bright and festive colors are always in demand for an Indian wedding, irrespective of the season or venue. It may be pastels during the daytime and jewel tones at night. Given the gravity of the occasion’s celebratory nature, bright hues are preferred—though some cultures have traditionally different requirements. The bride is typically dressed in red attire so guests should avoid wearing the color to keep exclusivity. Guests can wear any other colour except black as it is considered an inauspicious colour in Indian tradition.
Dresses like Lehengas and sarees are the most common options for women. A lehenga is a typical Indian dress with a three-piece outfit that includes a top (usually cropped) with a flared, high-waisted skirt and dupatta. In contrast, a saree is a long piece of well-designed fabric wrapped intricately around the body. It is a classic Indian attire. Men are encouraged to wear a traditional dress like sherwani. Formal wedding wear can differ depending on the Indian regions. Women from Western and Southern India traditionally wear sarees mostly in white, whereas women from Punjab traditionally wear a three-piece Punjabi suit or a lehenga. The traditional dress is not always a necessity. While the guests should always look for specific dress codes, alternative outfits can be appropriate as well. Many women at fusion weddings, wear a gown or something very fancy or flowy and look festive. Men can choose to wear three-piece suits or tuxedos. Any evening dress or ensemble suitable to attend a Western wedding is also ideal for the event. However, given the unique opportunity to experience the cultural event in its most prosperous form, guests should consider wearing traditional Indian ethnic clothes. The guests are encouraged to embrace the culture and immersed in it to honor and learn the tradition.
