What To Wear For Every Wedding Function

Key Takeaways

Weddings are not just an event but an experience

There’s a certain magic that begins the moment someone in your friends or family announces a wedding. Your WhatsApp lights up with group chats, and you realise that; 

Indian weddings don’t just bring people together, but bring hearts closer

The charm of coordinating outfits to planning looks for each function, every little decision feels like a way of honouring the joy and the moment.

And, perhaps that’s why dressing for Indian weddings is so special. You’re not just putting on an outfit

You’re stepping into a memory-in-the-making.

Each function has its own mood and magic. And, with the right saree and blouse pairings, you can step into the festivities looking and feeling like an absolute star. So, come along as we make getting dressed the easy part so that you can focus on what truly matters: showing up, enjoying, and making memories that will last a lifetime.

In This Article

• Key Takeaways
• Blouse Ideas for Mehendi
• Saree Look Ideas for Haldi
• Pastel Outfit Ideas for Day Weddings
• Elegant Saree Looks for Cocktail Night
• Traditional Looks for Puja Ceremonies
• Frequently Asked Questions

Blouse Ideas for Mehendi

Mehendi is where the wedding magic truly begins and starts showing up on everyone's hands. 

It's all about basking in sunshine dipped in colour.

This is the event where you get to experiment with your outfit, have fun, and embrace glam the way you want to. This mehendi blouse adds the perfect festive touch to your overall celebration look.

In Mehandi, your outfit should be such that it allows you to sit with your friends and family for hours, yet look beautiful enough to dazzle every photo.

Mehendi is where dreams start getting painted, not just on the palms, but also on the hearts.

Best Blouse Ideas for Mehendi

• Statement Blouses

Statement blouses truly catch sunlight like scattered stars. These blouses are a quintessential part of wedding clothes because they can elevate even the simplest saree into a show-stopping ensemble. So, if you're looking for something that is going to make you shine without overwhelming the look, statement blouses from Binks are your go-to.

• Printed Blouses 

If you want to exude an artsy and effortless charm, printed blouses in ikat, ajrakh, and handblock prints will work wonders. Printed blouses give Indian wedding wear a quaint, ethnic, and artistic flavor.

• Back Open Blosues

Back Open blouses are beautiful, bold, and stylish. If you love stylish wedding function outfits, back open blouses are a little bold, a little boho, and completely breathtaking.

• Embroidered Blouses 

Embroidered blouses look super festive while giving out a playful vibe. Embroidery can add a luxe appeal to your traditional wedding dresses without weighing you down.

Top Color Choices

• Emerald Color Blouse

Emerald is a rich jewel-toned shade that looks and feels like poetry. When sunlight hits your emerald blouse, the glow will be mesmerizing.

• Yellow Color Blouse

A yellow blouse is a warm, celebratory shade, the perfect hue for a Haldi ceremony. Its earthy undertone makes it an excellent choice for Indian wedding wear.

• Pink Color Blouse

We don't think any color can feel quite as festive as pink. It's fun and super iconic. So if you want an Indian wedding party dress to bring in the glamour quotient, pink blouses are the it choice.

• Turquoise Color Blouse

Turquoise is an easy-boozy color that is refreshing and gorgeous. A turquoise blouse will look equal parts bold, classy, and bohemian.

• Green Color Blouse

Green is the perfect blend of modern vibes and traditional silhouettes. While browsing through wedding outfit ideas, designers recommend green blouses because they pop brilliantly in daylight.

Blouse Fabrics That Work Best

• Vegan silk Blouse

Vegan Silk blouses are the definition of understated luxury. They exude a rich vibe, but feel comfortable enough for long hours of celebrations.

• Linen Blouse

Linen blouses look royal but feel very airy. They are an ideal choice for wedding function outfits when you want to feel super comfortable.

• Cotton Blouse

Cotton blouses are best for comfort. They are structured yet breathable, which makes them an excellent choice for marriage outfits where you want to balance traditional appeal and comfort.

#TheBinksEdit

Mehendi ceremonies are super colorful and cheerful. Therefore, you must pick a saree blouse with a texture that photographs beautifully in natural light. Binks’ FlexiFit technology means that your blouse is going to move with you while you are sitting, standing, dancing, and in all other fun moments. 

There won't be any adjusting, pinching, or regrets. Just comfort that looks custom-made.

Saree Look Ideas for Haldi

Haldi is the time when laughter is the loudest and love shines the brightest.

This event is bright, joyful, and so beautifully messy. Comfort is super important, but it is equally important to choose colors that glow like the theme idea itself. A haldi saree brings out a bright, joyful vibe that perfectly suits the ceremony’s cheerful mood 

Best Saree Looks for Haldi

• Yellow Saree for Haldi

A yellow saree for haldi beautifully complements the lively, sunshine-filled spirit of the ceremony. 

• Mustard organza saree + Pastel Blouse

This saree and blouse look light, dreamy, and absolutely gorgeous for the Haldi function. 

• Light floral saree + Yellow Blouse

A very romantic combination that looks refreshing and stylish. 

• Gota-patti saree + Citrus bralette Blouse

Make heads turn with this outfit while shining bright like a true fashionista. 

• White Saree

A white saree for haldi gives a fresh, graceful look that stands out beautifully in the ceremony

Blouse Colors That Shine in Haldi Photos

• Ivory Blouse

An Ivory blouse is a soft and pretty color that creates a beautiful contrast against bright yellow.

• Mint Blouse

Mint colour has a vibrant charm. A blouse colour in mint will definitely make your saree stand out.

• Gold Blouse

Gold-colored blouses give a warm, on-trend look and work wonders for elevating your whole look.

Best Fabrics for Haldi

• Organza Saree

Organza Saree is light, elegant, and looks very appropriate for this occasion.

• Cotton Saree

Cotton Saree is breathable, natural, and an ideal pick for the Haldi ceremony.

• Tissue Saree

The delicate shimmer of tissue saree will add an enchanting glam to your look without any heaviness.

• Chanderi Saree

Chanderi is all about embracing the traditional beauty that looks gorgeous and feels comfortable.

#TheBinksEdit:

Pastels photograph beautifully against yellow decor, creating a soft, dreamy aesthetic in natural light. Our ready-to-wear saree collection includes pre-draped options that stay secure through the celebrations. Pair them with breathable, comfortable blouse designs that look stunning and feel comfortable for hours.

Pastel Outfit Ideas for Day Weddings

Day weddings are all about enjoying the soft and dreamy pastel magic. You know, there's something super romantic about pastels and the way they shine under natural light. 

Pastels have a magical ability to look timeless yet modern.

Pastel styling has a lot to do with picking the right shade and pairing it with the right saree type, neckline, and texture so that your whole look feels nothing less than couture.

Best Pastel Saree

• Pink Saree

A pink saree adds a soft, charming touch to your overall festive look.

• Grey Saree

A grey saree gives a subtle, stylish vibe that works beautifully for modern festive looks

• Lavender Saree

A lavender saree adds a soft, refreshing charm to your festive look.

• Blue Saree

Blue Saree brings a calm yet striking touch to your festive style.

Necklines that Elevate Pastel Sarees

• Sweetheart Neck Blouse

A sweetheart neckline is soft and universally flattering.

• Deep V Neck Blouse

Deep V-neck blouses are sleek. They elongate your neck and make your outfit look bold without trying hard.

• Soft round-neck Blouse

A soft, round neck blouse is clean, classic, and lets your saree’s texture shine.

• Boat-neck Blouse

When you want your saree to do all the talking, a structured boat-neck blouse is your go-to.

Textures to Consider

• Pearl Embellishment

Pearl embellishments are timeless, and they give your outfit a soft glow.

• Fine Sequin Details

If you're looking for subtle sparkle, fine sequin details will work very well for you.

• Lace

Lace is all about a vintage romantic vibe.

• Threadwork

Threadwork adds intricate detailing and adds creative richness to your outfit without adding weight.

#TheBinksEdit:

At times, pastels can wash out in bright sunlight, especially when you're attending an outdoor wedding. To navigate this situation, you can pair your pastel saree with a statement flower's texture, like porcelain sequins, or add shimmer through accessories. This will help you ensure your outfit stays defined and visible in every photograph.

Elegant Saree Looks for Cocktail Night

Cocktail nights are when stars come out to play, and you are supposed to shine among them

It is your moment to infuse your fashion game with electrifying energy. The festivities are all about energy and champagne pops. When you're looking for outfits for wedding functions, especially cocktails, you can experiment with drapes, sculpted blouses, and statement textures. The idea is to create a look that is modern, glamorous, and unforgettable.

A cocktail party saree adds a glamorous touch to your evening look.

Best Saree Choices for Cocktail Nights

• Black Saree

A black saree is the quintessential queen of cocktail dressing. It's classy, dramatic, and camera-loving. Pair it with a silver strappy blouse to add a stylish nuance and contrast to your look.

• Orange Saree

An orange saree brings a bright, lively charm to your festive look.

Blouse Styles That Work Best

• Halter neck Blouse

A halter neck blouse is going to give you a sculpted and statement appeal.

• Deep Neck Blouse

Deep neck blouse adds a stylish, contemporary touch to your overall outfit.

• Side Open Blouse

A side open blouse adds a trendy, modern edge to your traditional look

• Closed Neck Blouse

A closed neck blouse gives a neat, sophisticated finish to your traditional outfit.

Fabrics That Shine Under Lights

• Velvet

Velvet fabric is rich, tactile, and super luxe.

• Satin

Satin blouse feels like liquid shine!

• Sequins

Sequins are all about maximizing your glam quotient.

• Metallic chiffon

Metallic chiffon is light, reflective, and all about elegance.

 #TheBinksEdit:

For cocktail nights, we feel that less is more when it comes to draping. Keep your saree pleats crisp, your pallu structured, and let your statement blouse do all the talking. Clean drapes and bold blouses are sure to give you the most stunning evening aesthetic.

Traditional Looks for Puja Ceremonies

Pooja ceremonies are deeply traditional, so the ethnic wear for wedding poojas should look calm, graceful, and respectful. This is where you can use your classic silk sarees and traditional weaves to honour heritage and celebrate handwoven textures.

Best Saree Looks for Pujas

• Classic silk saree + elbow-sleeve blouse

We don't think anything can rival a traditional silk sari when it comes to poojas. You can wear your traditional outfit for wedding functions with elbow sleeve blouses to look culturally rooted and elegant.

• Off-white Kerala saree + gold blouse

A Kerala saree is a beautiful example of grace and cultural significance. Complete your look with a gold brocade blouse for the most amazing puja look.

• Handwoven cotton saree + boat-neck blouse

Handwoven cotton saree is an excellent choice of marriage outfit when you want to give out a quite sophisticated vibe, which works very well for spiritual settings. Wear it with a boatneck blouse for a clean, structured silhouette.

• Soft pastel saree + temple-border blouse

If you are looking for a wedding function outfit for a morning ceremony, a soft pastel saree with a temple border blouse is going to give the look the softness it needs with traditional detailing.

Best Blouse Styles for Pujas

• Elbow-length sleeves Blouse

Elbow length sleeves of blouses are graceful and an endearing, timeless style.

• Full Sleeves Blosue

A full sleeves blouse adds a neat, elegant touch to your traditional outfit.

Decorative Elements That Fit the Mood

• Zari weaves

Zari weaves look very festive. In fact, Zari weaves are the best dress codes for wedding outfits, especially for pujas and other spiritual gatherings.

• Threadwork

Thread work outfits for wedding functions are an example of intricate detailing and fine craftsmanship.

• Temple borders

Temple borders are all about embracing and planting heritage-rich detailing.

#TheBinksEdit:

Spiritual settings are all about experimenting with traditional beliefs that are modest and elegant. For pujas, I always go for classic silhouettes and avoid deep necklines. After all, in spiritual settings, you want to look graceful and understated.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. What are the best colors to wear to an Indian wedding?

When we talk about Indian wedding dresses, bright jewel hues like emerald, ruby, sapphire, hot pink, and mustard are the top picks. Even pastel shades like lavender and mint colors are trending for day weddings. These colors look very vibrant in pictures and fit the Indian wedding dress code perfectly.

2. What's the best thing for a woman to wear to a wedding?

A saree, lehenga, or a pre-taped saree from Pinks are amongst the best options of wedding clothes for a woman.

3. What is the Best Bridesmaid Dress for Haldi?

Mustard or yellow sarees in lightweight fabrics like organza or cotton silk blends are the perfect dresses for the Haldi ceremony.

4. Why is an Indian Wedding Dress Red?

Red is a color of love, new beginnings, blessings, and prosperity. That is why it is considered an auspicious color for traditional wedding dresses, especially bridal lehengas and sarees.

5. How to Look Classy in an Indian Wedding?

When you are styling Indian wedding reception dresses or any other wedding attire, stick to balanced styling. The idea is to choose a one-statement element. It could be a bold blouse or heavy jewellery. This will ensure that you look classy at the wedding functions.

6. What to wear to an Indian wedding as a guest?

If you're looking for Indian wedding party dresses as a guest, you can opt for saris, light-weight lehengas, and pastel drapes.

7. What is the best outfit for a Mehendi function?

Printed blouses and mirror work blouses paired with bright sarees or fusion drapes look beautiful for wedding function outfits, especially Mehandi.

8. What colours are best for Sangeet night?

Midnight blue wine, champagne, and metallic gold are amongst the most preferred colors of wedding outfit ideas in India. These colors look stunning in pictures and even more stunning in motion.

9. Are pastel colours suitable for Indian weddings?

Pastel colors are currently among the most trending dresses for Indian wedding looks, especially for day weddings.