Get the Perfect Peshwai Look for Your D-day & Look Gorgeous

Maharashtrian brides stand apart because of the subtle yet elegant set of customs and traditions they follow while dressing up for their D-DAY. Picking the right Peshwai Paithani saree is the first step to get the perfect Peshwai look and the makeup, the bindi and the Mundavalya are the other elements that follow.

A Maharashtrian bride decked up in the Peshwai look is truly a vision to behold! Let's check out the steps and the elements that go into getting the perfect Peshwai look!  

A) THE PESHWAI LOOK BOOK: 

The Peshwai Paithani saree

When it comes to this look, remember that simplicity is key. The Paithani Saree is a handwoven one, made with silk and adorned by Zari borders and traditional motifs. Although, the saree in itself is simple the technique that is used to make it is what sets it apart.  

B) Step-by-step Makeup to get The Peshwai Look

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1. Emphasise on the eyes

Peshwai make up is all about letting the bride's natural beauty take over while choosing a makeup style that complements her. A thick line of kohl is used to highlight the bride's beautiful, expressive eyes. The eyeshadow is a mix of shimmery colours and softer hues to give a flawless touch.

2. Stunning lips

If you've seen Maharashtrian brides, you must have noticed that their lip colour is bold. Shades of red (the exact shade will depend on your skin tone) and bright pink are usually the go-to colours for the lips.

3. Keep the blush subtle

Let your eyes and your lip colour do the talking and keep your blush simple, to get the Peshwai look. Choose a lighter shade of your lip colour for the blush and watch the magic happen!   

4. The customary Peshwai look hairstyle

Plaits from either side are drawn back in the form of a bun near the neck. The hair in the front and centre is made into a puff and the bun is then adorned with flowers, Jura pins, or exquisite hairpins.   

C) Peshwai Look Accessories

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1. The Peshwai Nath

This has pearl strings beaded together in gold and embedded with precious stones to form a paisley pattern. The stones can be anything ranging from diamond to rubies. The traditional Nath is worn on important auspicious occasions such as weddings and Pujas.  

2. The Moon-shaped bindi

The typical crescent bindi is worn as a symbol for the worship of Goddess Parvati. It is an embodiment of prosperity and is worn above a smaller bindi.  

3. Traditional Jodhvi toe-ring

The Peshwai look is incomplete without the toe ring. You'd think that minute details like these go unnoticed but it's these little details that make or break the look. The ring is worn on the second finger and is a sign of her welcome to her husband's household.  

4. The essential Vaaki

The Vaaki is an armlet made with solid gold and studded in the centre with precious stones. The bride can choose to wear one on each arm or just wear one Vaaki.

5. The elegant Chooda

The Chura in the Peshwai look is different from the typical red Chura. These ones are usually worn in green and are a symbol of fertility and the new life that awaits the bride. It is essential to wear these in odd numbers and the numbers should be different in each hand.

6. The Kolhapuri Saaz

This is a necklace from the city of Kolhapur that is as important as the Mangal Sutra. Usually gifted by the groom's family, this ornament is a symbol of the bride's marital status. It's made in beads of gold and is interspersed with gold elements like leaves and flowers. The main attraction to this, however, is the red stone pendant placed in the centre.

7. The Tanmani choker

Made of off-white pearl lines that are embedded firmly into the base, the Tanmani choker is a must when it comes to the Peshwai look. It comes with a shimmery string at the back and also has coloured pearls in it to enhance its beauty.  

Worn both by the groom and the bride, the Mundavalya is a string (or two) of pearls placed horizontally on the forehead. There are two more long strings of pearls that drop from the sides vertically and reach the shoulders. When the bride puts on the Mundavalya, it symbolises that she's ready to get married.Getting the gorgeous Peshwai look is easy as long as the details are taken care of. With this look book, you're sure to look stunning and flawless on your D-DAY and turn heads like never before. Remember that the trick with this look is to not overdo. As we said, it’s all about simplicity. Follow all the essential steps mentioned here and you’re good to go!  

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-Written by Rohini Roy