OUTSIDE INDIA: For both men and women Indian traditional wear, below are some websites for US & UK: - Aashni and Co: https://aashniandco.com/wedding - Aza fashions: https://www.azafashions.com/ - Harleen Kaur: https://www.harleenkaur.us/collections/mens-ready-to-ship - Saffron Lane: https://saffronlaneco.com/collections/sangeet-music-night - Live The Collection: https://livethecollective.ca/collections/menswear - Roop: https://www.roopsari.com/collections/mens-kurta-pajama - Vintage India NYC: https://vintageindianyc.com/ - Manyavar: https://www.manyavar.com/en-us *** DELHI: If you would like to go shop for your outfits in Delhi, below are some tried & tested store suggestions: Beautiful outfits that are well-priced: - Twamev - Shop No E1, High Street Market, Near Mehrasons Jeweller, South Extension, Block D, Part 2, New Delhi, Delhi 110049, India - Frontier Raas - D-3, Ring Rd, South Extension II, New Delhi, Delhi 110049, India - Manyavar & Mohey - Shop No D2, Ground, 1st & 2nd Floor High Street Market, near Pantaloons, South Extension II, New Delhi, Delhi 110049, India Designer high-end couture outfits: All are in the same neighbourhood known as Mehrauli, where you can walk from one shop to another. Just for the experience some of these stores are so amazing, our favorites are below: - Sabyasachi (Kutub Serai No 6-8, One Style Mile, Kalka Das Marg, near Qutab Minar, - Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030, India) - Rimple and Harpreet (Mehrauli) - Anita Dongre (Mehrauli) - Varun Behl (Mehrauli) *** UDAIPUR: For the ones who would like to buy ready-to-wear outfits along with shoes, jewellery and anything else you may desire to complete your outfit for the wedding, the below store is a great one-stop option to serve your needs. - Mewar Art & Crafts Museum - Address: 93 Saheliyon ki bari near UIT bridge, Rajasthan 313001 Phone: Rahul (store associate, +919887363093) Additionally, your hotels will be able to recommend some stores as well. Happy shopping!!
Traditional Indian or Summer Dressy Casual The dress code is optional, but summer wear is recommended. Please feel free to have fun with bright colours & Indian traditional wear.
Courtesy: Some relevant excerpts from a guide from Shivani Dawett (who I have never met), pasted below: https://guidesforbrides.co.uk/wedding-ideas/what-to-expect-at-a-hindu-wedding Are you going to a Hindu wedding for the first time and not sure what to expect? The prospect of an Indian wedding is exciting. If you are not familiar with the customs or perhaps want to learn more about what you can expect, this guide will help you to appreciate the traditions and enjoy the festivities!
THE CEREMONY There are lots of different elements which might be included in Hindu wedding ceremonies. These are usually traditions which have been passed down through generations. A couple might include some parts but not others, however there are some elements which are usually part of the ceremony. In particular, the journeys and arrivals of both the bride and groom are celebrated with prayers, singing & dancing, obviously. During the ceremony, in the center of the mandap, a fire is kindled. Both the bride and groom circle this fire pit seven times to signify seven specific blessings they want from the gods. The bride and groom both repeat the prayers spoken by the priest. These are promises to be humble and faithful to God and each other.
THE RECEPTION (DINNER & DANCING) As you might expect with any wedding reception, the celebration after a Hindu wedding ceremony is a joyous occasion. Food, dancing and music are all involved in the festivities, so you’ll be able to enjoy a full taste of this rich and spiritual culture. On majority of the functions at an Hindu wedding, dancing is essential. Like any wedding, Hindu weddings are a huge celebration so celebratory dancing seems like the only option! Between meal courses, in the pre-wedding traditions, entering the venue and any other opportunity. Entertaining guests is a huge part of Indian weddings, from the pre-wedding traditions to the wedding reception. Types of entertainment you might see are: Dholak Playing Group Bollywood Dancers Rajasthani Folk Dancers Magicians Musicians DJ
THE ATTIRE Hindu weddings are colourful affairs, so when it comes to choosing your outfit colours you can afford to be expressive, though it is best to avoid black. There is a range of Indian wear so if you are unfamiliar with what sort of thing you could wear, there will definitely be something for you. Here are a few of the traditional Indian outfit terms to help you search for what you need. Lehenga – A long flowy skirt with a matching top Dupatta – Scarf Saree – A long piece of fabric that is elegantly wrapped around to form a traditional Indian outfit Bindi – A coloured dot placed in the centre of the forehead Jhumka – Traditional Indian earrings Maang Tikka – A pretty pendant that lays on the forehead Kurta - A traditional Indian attire typically worn by both men and women. It is a loose, comfortable, and knee-length tunic with a straight cut, often paired with pants or salwar Sherwani - A long coat-like garment for men, it is often a heavily embroidered outfit, typically reserved for special occasions. Lighter fabrics are recommended for summer