It’s love. And it’s in the air.
Wedding bells toll and Indian dhols sound. Wedding rings are exchanged, tears are shed, and so a celebration of love and friendship ends in a holy union of two beautiful people and families.
There’s no doubt about it, weddings are one of the most romantic, enchanting and magical of ceremonies. Matrimonial ceremonies are known for their auspicious omens, breath-taking destinations and dazzling outfits. But there’s one other thing weddings are known for, something above all, that sends people quaking in their boots.
The stress.
The strain and anxiety preceding weddings is a subject of familiarity worldwide. Undeniably, the tremendous pressure of planning weddings- including food, destination, ceremonies and outfits- is a force to be reckoned with.
But even the stress of simply attending weddings, is one that cannot be taken lightly.
One of the biggest headaches of gracing weddings is definitely the styling of the perfect outfit. What to wear, and more importantly, how to wear it?
With respect to the first question, there’s one option that most of us end up deciding on.
Stunning, sophisticated, colourful and stylish. I’m talking about one of the most versatile and fashionable Indian attires, the royal skirt that puts all other outfits to shame, the one and only, forever gorgeous and elegant lehenga.
During wedding season, the magic of the lehenga cannot be missed out on. And in 2024, which is predicted to have the biggest weddings- in number and extravagance, you’ll need to bring your lehenga A-game.
But don’t you worry! Whether you want to re-style an old lehenga or stand out from the crowd with a unique pairing, we’re here to help you reduce your load. Here are 11 dazzling ideas to style your lehenga.
The most standard way to style a lehenga is with a blouse.
But just because it’s customary, doesn’t mean it’s unfashionable.
You can opt for a heavier look by wearing a blouse of the same fabric as your lehenga. You can also choose a contrasting or monochromatic blouse and have your lehenga take the spotlight. Because I mean, it totally deserves the attention.
Flaunt a classy and informal vibe by styling a shirt under your lehenga. Select an oversized one, with a solid colour to prevent your outfit from being too busy.
Join the corset trend and dazzle everyone with this unique and stylish idea. For your wedding outfit, pair your lehenga with a corset and easily become the most fashionable person present.
Click here to read our article Corsets: How to Slay In The Hottest Trend On The Streets.
For a casual and vintage look, sport a top with bell sleeves, or flared sleeves. This unique style is sure to turn heads wherever you go. You’ll be the belle of the ball.
To showcase more of Indian culture and layer your lehenga look, pull on an ethnic jacket. This is an exceptional and distinctive idea that will definitely set you apart from others. It also provides the added bonus of protecting you from any chilly weather you face.
Shop ethnic jackets here.
Pair a form-fitting top with your lehenga for a trendy, modern and sleek outfit. Remember to make sure the top is monochromatic to avoid the clashing of patterns and designs.
Yes, you heard me right.
A turtleneck.
The perfect outfit for modern and bold dressers, incorporating a turtleneck into your outfit gives off amazing fusion vibes.
You can’t go wrong with this one.
For a beachy, breezy and buoyant look, pair your lehenga with a bralette.
Shop bralettes by Blue Gulmohar here.
Another fun, classic outfit is the combination of your lehenga with a peplum top. This style is smart, chic and elegant- and sure to catch the eyes of others. Nothing can top off a good ol’ peplum top!
Brave and unafraid.
This idea is for the most daring, rebellious and spirited of all. Pair your lehenga with a leather jacket, sunglasses and ankle-length boots- and you’re ready to bring the heat!
Last but not least, pair your lehenga with a crop top. This adds a cool, contemporary vibe to your outfit. And it’s really easy to pull off!
Shop tops here!
That sums up our list of lehenga styling tips. We covered everything from classic blouses to sleek turtlenecks and bold leather jackets.
But hey, putting your outfit together doesn’t just entail choosing a top to go with your lehenga; the draping of your dupatta (if you choose to wear one) matters too.
Watch one of our Instagram reels on 5 ways to drape your dupatta below.
And with that we've reached the end of this blog. There are so many styling options out there, and whether you choose to take a risk or go classic, I’m sure you’ll rock your lehenga.
So, get out there, put your outfit together and twirl for the pictures!
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Channel your inner desi girl.
When it comes to trending corsets, there are hundreds of Western options to choose from. But if you want to stand out, flaunt your Indian heritage and be modern at the same time, you're going to need an Indian corset.
So this year, as the corset trend grows stronger than ever, rock an Indian corset. And once again, prove to everyone that there ain't nobody like a desi girl.
