Our country is a nation obsessed with fashion as much as its western counterparts. However we have the supreme advantage of having an extremely vivid and fashion friendly culture where ETHNIC WEAR is also changing its form and constitution each moment. Our ethnic siesta has come a long way from being TRADITIONAL WEAR to the CONTEMPORARY CHIC that it has become today.
And the most amazing story has been of the 6 yard wonder, the saree. From being a plain flat cotton wrap around, to the super stunning and versatile silhouette that it is today, the saree has come a real long way.
Indian weddings simply cannot do without the saree. From the bride to the bride's friends, sisters, aunties, mausis, buas and everyone in between, the saree is as essential to the ceremonies as the ceremonies themselves.
Their versatility make SAREES the right outfit for every wedding occasion and even non occasion wear too.
The weddings of course NEED the saree as much as we need oxygen .MEHNDI, SANGEET, REPECPTION, ENGAGEMENT OR THE GALA WEDDING ITSELF, where there is an occasion, there is a saree for it.
Here are some saree ideas for the wedding season from the house of PEACHMODE for each of the ceremonies of the shaadi if you are on the list of the invitees
THE SANGEET
Sangeet requires a lot of masti and dancing. Being a prelim function, one can carry a stylish border saree such as this one with light jewelry and accessories.
The stylish blouse with mirror work and a fluorescent border make it ideal for the sangeet ceremony.
THE MEHENDI
A mehndi party is almost always color coordinated with saffron, reds, and greens dominating the color code. Keep the saree ethnic as mehndi is an important part of our culture and the beginning of the girl's journey as a bride. So everyone participating in the celebrations should keep that traditional spirit alive. Don this stunning Yellow red saree to look absolutely breathtaking for the mehndi party.
Shop this Yellow - Red Saree here
THE ENGAGEMENT
As close friend or a relative, you need to look your best at this exciting do. Engagements are simply to open up and create first impressions. Wear something that stops the show right there. A designer saree such as this one is highly recommended. Sequins border and double shaded with a printed blouse.. this one is sure to win hearts!
Shop the Shaded Gray Saree here
CHOORA CEREMONY
Another day time ceremony, this one is also a very deep rooted traditional part of the INDIAN WEDDING. Wear a light colored saree that goes in the day time and is also weather friendly. This ice blue chiffon number will definitely do you justice.
Shop this Blue Saree here
THE WEDDING
Its time to go grand! A saree on the wedding day has to be a blend of traditional and modern. Wear your favorite ethnic jewelry and regale in some wedding fun with some heavy sarees such as these
Shop the Black Shimmer Saree here
The color black is the trending color of the season hence any of these two would be your perfect pick for the hottest wedding this season!
THE RECEPTION
Your final ceremony for the wedding, the reception is like the grand finale of a fashion week. Make it large! Flaunt a chic light yet statement making saree perfect for this light party mood occasion. White and black would be the perfect combination that will look trendy yet appropriate.
Shop this Retro White Saree here
This was your friendly guide to dressing up in a saree for any and every occasion of the GREAT INDIAN WEDDING. So this wedding season, let your saree do the talking with some scintillating options only at PEACHMODE.
