Wed, Set, Go!

Shopping for weddings can be hectic, especially when it’s a destination wedding. And let’s not even get started on packing the right honeymoon looks! We give you the lowdown on every designer label, accessory, and jewellery designer you need to know right now.

- Nirja Dutt

DESTINATION WEDDINGS

They’re the ultimate collab between a holiday and deep-rooted tradition. The best part: destination weddings are crisp, the attendance is always up to the mark, the bride and groom are in close proximity more often than not, and the baraat is actually on time! The downside is that wearing real jewellery is almost out of the question, heavy ensembles will probably take up whole suitcases, and you’ll have to fl y in the entire crew. Dressing for one can be very tricky, but you’ll be on top of your game with these hacks.

Start with basing your looks on your location, and then work backwards. If it’s near a beach, opt for pastels—they always photograph well. Keep the silhouettes easy; you will need them to be airy to beat the humidity. We absolutely love Essé by Sahib & Sunayana’s SS’19 lavender lehenga for the big day. “There is a strategic use of fabric, drapery, and embroidery so that the garment is lightweight and hassle free, yet has the apt amount of bling for the bride to stand apart. The tones of lavender and grey are used to add freshness and subtlety to the ensemble and to balance out the bling,” says Sahib Dang, co-founder of the brand.

For a wedding in a colder climate, play with silks. We love Abhishek Gupta X Nandita Basu’s SS’19 collection that features floor-length anarkalis with silk applique. Also, don’t forget to layer with scarves, overlays, and odhnis. Take a cue from Janavi for their pure wool shawls that can be monogrammed, and Nicobar for their chanderi overlays.