Attending a wedding soon? In the middle of all the glitter and shine, you’ll want to stand out with your choice of outfits. Even though it’s a classic, you can and should go beyond lehengas to make your own style statement. Lehengas, while gorgeous, can also be uncomfortable. So, if you’re wondering what to wear at an Indian wedding other than a lehenga, we have a whole lot of options for you.
Whether it’s a modern take on sarees or super comfy pants, these Indian wedding outfits look as gorgeous as heavy lehengas. In fact, the plus point here is that you’ll probably end up standing out from the crowd. Take inspiration from these stunning outfits that redefine elegance and comfort.
1. Trendy Pants
Add a touch of ethnic-modern to your outfit by pairing it with pants. You can wear cigarette pants with embroidered crop tops for the perfect cocktail look or opt for embroidered pants with a plainer top.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Outfits by Malasa (L) and Anamika Khanna (R)
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2. Comfortable Culottes
Teamed with an embellished kurta or a silk top, culottes can be your ultimate style statement combining elegance and comfort. This look is perfect for a reception or a cocktail.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Belted kurta and culottes by Ridhi Mehra
3. Tunics
Wearing a tunic-style outfit will make you stand out in the sea of lehengas at the next wedding you attend. And you’ll be super comfortable while making a style statement. These also make for gorgeous haldi outfits for bridesmaids.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Outfits by AM:PM (L) and Nikasha (R)
4. Embellished or embroidered jackets
Heading for a sangeet? Create some drama with embroidered, Indian jackets. Team them up with cigarette pants or a skirt, and you’re good to go.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Outfits by Malasa (L) and Ritu Kumar (R)
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5. Unique Sarees
Why opt for the regular nine yards when you can amp up your style quotient with these unique sarees?
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Saree by Malasa (L) and Abhinav Mishra (R)
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6. Stylish Shararas
Sometimes, it’s good to go back to your roots. These ethnic shararas with a modern twist will give your look an old-world charm.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Outfits by Amrita Thakur (L), Bhumika Grover (C), and Malasa (R)
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7. Evergreen Anarkalis
Turn on the feminine charm in an anarkali. Slip into it at the time of pheras to ensure you remain comfortably stylish as you go through the night of rituals and celebrations. A classic Indian wedding outfit!
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Outfits by Ridhi Mehra (L) and Nikasha (R)
8. Elegant Gowns
You don’t have to keep your gowns for receptions or cocktail parties only. You can wear gowns at weddings and add a unique, modern touch to your ethnic wear. Indian gowns for weddings, like the ones below, work really well for casual or traditional ceremonies as well.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Gowns by Anita Dongre
9. Crop tops paired with skirts
Contrary to popular belief, crop tops can be flattering for all body types. The next time you’re wondering what to wear at Indian wedding, dig through your wardrobe or create a whole new look for yourself. Pair a crop top with a skirt, and you’ll have a winning outfit.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Crop top and skirt by Payal Singhal
10. Printed Dresses
With the right accessories and jewellery, a printed dress in festive colours can look gorgeous as a wedding outfit. Dresses with unique silhouettes, like the one below, are bound to draw attention at the next wedding you attend. This is also a great option for mehndi outfits for bridesmaids.
What to wear at an Indian wedding: Printed dress by Kavita Bhartia
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