The Best Indian Wedding Clothes
Living in India is such a delight. It is a country that is truly rich in culture. Its exotic history greatly contributes to a fascinating and unique lifestyle that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. One interesting tradition that Indians still practice today are their marriage rituals. Although these rites are solemn, they are planned and prepared using the most elaborate accessories and colorful traditional clothes. Does this Spark an idea?
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The Bride’s Attire
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The attire of the bride is usually called saree (sari), a long plain cloth that is efficiently wrapped around the body with style. It is customary that the bridal wear comprise a variety of silk and satin in auspicious and bright colors. Kanchipuram is a type of silk that is handwoven. It is very delicate and is worn by tradition, but synthetic ones are also accepted today. The totality of the dress is magnificently created in complex decorative embroidery called zari or jari. Endless accessories of charms, stones, and crystals complete the dress, turning it into a divine splendor.
The Groom’s Attire
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As for the husband-to-be, the attire is equally one-of-a-kind and quite customary to the country's culture. The groom is dressed in kurta, a long loose shirt, usually plain in color, but intricately patterned in rich silk and comfortable cottons. It is a long-sleeved dress that is elegantly cuffed and with beautiful clusters of gems on the collar. A long and imperial coat called sherwani will be then worn over the kurta to complete the glorious attire.
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The Entourage’s Attire
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The bridesmaids, groomsmen and the family are clothed in a set of especially created attire that is carefully chosen by the bride and the groom. It usually consists of different kinds of flowing bright sarees for the ladies and conservative kurtas for men. Regardless of the gaiety of the colors, everything is cunningly matched to suit the wedding theme and ensemble. Accessories of gems, stones, gold and silver bangles, and charms are displayed in a minimum level to ensure that the spotlight remains on the bride.
Other Accessories
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Other than the common but attractively arranged studded gems and stones, there are other unique accessories that can only be found in this marvelous country. These are not worn but are artfully drawn in the face, arms, legs, palms, forearms and hands of the bride and the groom. These complex Henna designs are customary in India.
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