Banarasi Silk Dupatta Designs for Brides That Are Sure to Turn Heads

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Even if lightweight net dupattas are a rage among brides today, the classiness and elegance of a Banarasi silk dupatta are irreplaceable. When you don the rich fabric around your body, its grandeur instantly makes you feel royal. You can drape your Banarasi dupatta in various styles for every event teaming it up with different outfits. A red dupatta for your wedding, a fine light shaded dupatta to go with your Indo-western outfit on your Cocktail...the possibilities are endless!

So what are you waiting for? Dig in to indulge in some drop-dead images of Banarasi dupatta and draw inspiration for your upcoming wedding events!

Bridal red dupatta with dusty blue lehenga

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Paint the town red in your Banarasi silk dupatta paired with a contrasting coloured lehenga to make the colour pop or wear it with a similar toned suit for smaller ceremonies. The dainty fringed borders add a touch of tradition to this off-beat choice. This mesmerising Banarasi silk dupatta will add oodles of drama to your bridal look making all heads turn your way!

Ideal occasion: Sangeet, Wedding or Reception.

Fashion tip: Gold Jhumka earrings, and matching bangles in red and gold. Tie a neat bun with mid parting.

Mustard dupatta with sage green dhoti saree

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Drape this gorgeous mustard Banarasi silk dupatta and add some cheer and colour to your wedding functions! Pair your silk dupatta with an ultra-mod dhoti set to raise the oomph quotient. The vibrant colours of your outfit will simply enhance the whole ambience!

Ideal occasion: Engagement, Sangeet, Mehndi or Reception.

Fashion tip: Chandbali earrings, big Maang tikka and bangles all in golden. A long braid with parandi and mid parting.

Mint green dupatta with plain suit

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Try this suave Banarasi silk dupatta in refreshing mint green to go with your Anarkali suit or gharara set. The subtle shade of your entire outfit will be balanced with intricate thread work & rich fabric of your heavy dupatta. If you opt for a deep neck, carry the dupatta on one shoulder.

Ideal occasion: Mehndi, Sangeet or Engagement.

Fashion tip: Wear a large or medium size gold Maang tikka and gold Jhumka earrings and you're all set! Pull up your hair at the back for a neat pony tail.

Fuchsia dupatta with green and yellow lehenga set

Check out this breathtaking Banarasi silk dupatta combined with an equally beautiful lehenga. The fuchsia dupatta looks all the more stunning along with the forest green lehenga paired with a sunshine yellow choli. The vivid colour contrast makes the outfit the ultimate winner!

Ideal occasion: Sangeet, Mehndi or Wedding.

Fashion tip: Traditional gold jewellery with a golden Kamarbandh. Style it up with open straight hair or loose curls.

Rose pink dupatta with a mustard tunic

Try this interesting combination of colours and outfits for an edgy statement! Wear a rose pink Banarasi silk dupatta with a mustard colour long tunic dress. This Indo-western combination designed by Fabindia will add a zing to your look because of its unique character. You could also experiment by replacing your tunic with a plain gown or a long dress.

Ideal occasion: Engagement, Cocktail or Reception.

Fashion tip: Large silver earrings would be just enough to go with this outfit. Keep your hair loose with messy curls.

Fiery orange dupatta with printed Anarkali

Set the whole wedding venue on fire with this stunning outfit combination. The fiery orange Banarasi silk dupatta draped around a part-printed Anarkali dress in red will only raise the mercury! Sizzle the dance floor when your favourite bridal dance song plays, in this hot Gaurang creation!

Ideal occasion: Engagement, Sangeet, Mehndi or Reception.

Fashion tip: Large golden nose ring or a Nath and large golden dangler earrings. Open hair with soft or messy curls.

Bottle green dupatta with red borders

Be ready to get amazed by this stunner designed by Ekaya Banaras. The beauty of the bottle green Banarasi silk dupatta is simply heightened when combined with gold and red detailing paired with a simple white suit! The simplicity of this design exudes elegance and grace. A simple white suit with gold motifs work is balanced with the exquisite rich dupatta fabric and gold thread work.

Ideal occasion: Pre-wedding puja, Mehndi or Reception.

Fashion tip: Kundan necklace, large Chandbali earrings, bangles and Maang tikka. Neat bun adorned with a floral gajra.

Make your Banarasi silk dupatta the star of the show! Try out different combinations and experiment with styles. Don't be afraid to mix and match your dupatta with outfits. Especially on your pre-wedding events, you have the liberty to try unconventional or unique outfit combos.

Drape your dupatta with a saree, lehenga, salwar suit or maybe with dhoti pants. Play with colours and patterns and break rules to make your own! After all, fashion isn't about what you wear, it's all about what you feel!

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