Because you’re going to get wed in a traditional Hindu ceremony doesn’t mean you can’t fit into trendy western robes. This summer, indo-western sarees with jacket-style gown is the fresh talk of the town. Lycra, Egyptian cotton, silk, net, Swarovski, sequences, lace, brocade– you name them and they sport them. This year’s, spring-summer collection features modern-ethnic wedding gowns in hot, bold colours like scarlet, chocolate brown, crimson, cherry pink, teal, forest green, wine. There are subtle shades too, such as off-white, beige, baby pink, sun gold, pearl silver, cream and lilac.
From Bollywood to private kitty parties in 2-tier cities, celebrity weddings to proposals, these gowns have attracted the attention of all the social classes.
Here are top 4 picks of this season. Don’t miss them!
Wedding Gowns that you Just can’t Miss
- Saree with Jacket
Short, tight-fitting backless gowns have been replaced by ethnic, collared jackets with three-fourth sleeves. You can wear them to housewarming parties, baby showers and religious gatherings. The best part is you’ve lots of fabrics to choose from- georgette, crepe, chiffon, Santoon and silk etc. Pair it up with a colourful linen, brocade or Khadi jacket and you’re good to go.
- Cube Drape Gown
Designers around the country are experimenting with different fabrics and knick-knacks to design out-of-the-box gowns for traditional as well as formal events. The cube drape gown is a fascinating, playful outfit made in Lycra, Organza, net and other fabrics with a ‘sweetheart’ neckline. It comes with a tight-fitting top and high-low style, full-flaring skirts is a totally mind blowing combination for engagement and receptions.
- Reversible Gowns
Expensive gowns rarely come out of our closets. But, designers have grown clever now. They’ve started designing reversible gowns– solid inside and printed outside. You can wear them inside out or outside in like you do in the case of a sports jacket.
- Dhoti-style Gowns
Remember your grandma used to wear cotton dhotis with big, bold borders. The trend is back, but with a stylish twist. From Lakme Fashion week to Bollywood award functions, we’ve seen many beautiful actresses clad in neutral dhoti-style gowns with a backless jacket made from denim, rayon, wool/silk blend on Gwillym fabrics. Trust me, they look amazing in glittery, late-night parties.
Now that the gown fever has gripped we ladies, just go ahead and hunt for an elegant wedding gown before they run out of stock!
