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MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL

Some ensembles can have a touch of grandeur, like hand-embroidered red saris
with either a short or long-sleeved blouse, embellished with mirror, kasab (which
resembles zardozi), and cutdana (stone and bead work) embroidery throughout. To
complement this sari, opt for letting your hair down, combined with smoky eyes
and nude lips, and an elegant choker for accessories, with the option of matching
earrings. Granted, this look is slightly more glamourous than the previous one, but
the aim is to elevate the red sari look, and not overshadow it.

The bride isn’t the only one EASY ON THE EYES
wearing red at the wedding. There’s a difference between keeping things simple and putting on a minimalistic look,
which can be a statement of its own. Something that is both aesthetically light and
even softer to the touch can turn heads as good as other looks. For instance, a red
BY MAHMOOD HOSSAIN chiffon sari with subtle patterns or floral prints, a spaghetti-strapped blouse, and
the addition of a pair of diamond studs can provide a more approachable wardrobe
choice. This theme spills over to nude lips, light-smoky eyes, and a tousled bun.

he cardinal rule to never break at a wedding is attempting to outshine the bride COME HITHER
in her most memorable outfit, just as she’s beginning a beautiful new journey.
With that said, there aren’t any rules for guests who decide to wear red at the same One of the most attractive aspects of a sari
event. And while this colour has returned as a top trend during this desi wedding is its silhouette on a desi woman – sensual
season, there are ways to wear a red sari and not become the bride’s competition. and alluring. To achieve this aura, opt for
a lightweight organza sari, which is a thin,
Traditionally, shades of red have always been worn during festive occasions across plain weave, sheer fabric, traditionally
South Asia. And recent looks continue to be inspired by the likes of Sushmita Sen’s made from silk. And when it’s in red, you
iconic slow-mo red sari entrance in Main Hoon Na (2004), Kareena Kapoor Khan can imagine how seductive the look may be,
draped in Manish Malhotra in the sultry “Chammak Challo” number from Ra.one even when the choice of blouse is a modest
(2011), and many others. Whoever or whatever the inspiration may be, you can still one. The icing on the cake for this particular
wear a red sari and look stunning without stepping on anyone’s stylish toes, and understated glam look can be the addition
we’ve put together a few ways to gracefully attend weddings in this eye-popping of stone-embellished jewellery, be it around
outfit. Respectfully, of course. your neck or around your wrist.

SIMPLICITY IS KEY

There’s always the classic approach to wearing a red sari and a sleeveless blouse,
where intricately-embellished designs in a shade of red blend with the rest of the
fabric, rather than clash in contrast. Simplicity, however, goes more ways than one,
as other style elements play their complementary roles. For example, having your
hair in a sleek bun, sporting nude lips, and defining the brows with just enough
shimmer around the eyes. This look is less ‘pizzazz’ and more polished with the
absence of statement jewellery, apart from the glimmer of your earrings and a ring
or two around your fingers. The sari itself is doing most of the talking without you
going overboard. So let the rest be.

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