One of the most impressive things about India is its cultural exquisiteness with a deeply rooted tradition for every sector be it North, South, East or West. We are able to experience this diversity not only in language but also in traditional bridal wear which is a gem in their own and carry their own kind of beauty from intricate details to being simple yet classy. Here are some of the discussed bridal traditional outfits which will take you on a journey of unity in diversity.
Kashmiri Bride
Their traditional outfit is called “Pheran”. It is an attire which is a raffle-designed with an ari or hook embroidery at the neck, cuff and edges. They are usually red, but some brides also opt for pink or yellow colour. The bride has to wear a long cap called Kalpush as headwear for the ceremony. It is made out of white cloth being rapped three times and finally attorned with glace paper, and together the entire thing is called Tarang.
Maharashtrian Bride
Maharashtrian classical wear is a saree called ‘Nauvari’ which is draped in a different fashion called dhoti style. The bride’s hair is made in a bun which is decorated with white mogra flowers. The look is completed by a traditional half-moon shaped Nath with matching the crescent-shaped bindi.
Muslim Bride
All Muslim brides are required to carry an exquisite piece of traditional jewellery called “Jhoomar”. It is a headpiece usually made of gold filigree studded with gems. Another essential piece of their look is the wrapping of silk cloth on their wrist tied by grooms mother ahead of the wedding.
Assamese Bride
The Assamese bride keep their look minimal yet classy with a no-makeup look and minimal traditional jewellery. What plays an important role is traditional wear called “Mekhla chadar”, made of silk given to her by the groom’s mother.
Bengali Bride
The Bengali brides wear Bengali silk saree as their traditional wedding outfit which is mostly red, but similar shades are also opted. The sarees are rich in Zari embroidery. A tiara made out of white Styrofoam in traditional design completes the look. Final touches are made by sandalwood paste and red paint designs painted on the bride’s forehead, cheeks, and chin. ‘Alta’ a red dye is applied on the palm and feet.which is the final element.
Gujarati Bride
A Gujarati bride traditional wear is usually a white and red saree. The Gujarati brides wear their saree with pallu facing front which adds a different kind of zeal to their look. They are required to change into two sarees called a Panetar and Gharchola during their wedding rituals. Panetar is considered as the last gift from brides paternal side, and the Gharchola is the first gift from their in-law’s side as a sign of their acceptance.
Sikh Bride
A Sikh always dressed in heavy jewellery with intricate details. Their traditional can be either a lehenga or salwar suit, but their look is never complete without their statement as well as traditional accessories called Chooda and Kalire. Chooda is made of white, red, pink, peach colour bangles gifted to her by her maternal uncle and aunt while Kalire is small golden or silver trinkets which are attached to brides chooda by her mother. It is necessary for the bride to keep the veil over her head during the entire wedding ceremony.
Malayali Bride
Their bridal dress is white silk saree with heavy golden borders called Kasavu. They adorn their look with loads of gold jewellery but also enhance it with traditionally favourite mogra flowers which gives their look a fresh appeal.
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