9 Dazzling Reception Sarees for Indian Weddings That Make You a Trendsetting Bride
Timeless, seasonless, elegant and flattering, if you're looking for an outfit that's all this and more, a saree should be your pick. Here's how you can perfect your reception look as a bride with various gorgeous saree styles.
When it comes to your outfits, the more wedding functions you have, the more confused you end up. If your wedding celebrations are going to extend beyond the engagement, wedding ceremonies and reception, a saree can be your ideal pick. Thanks to the plethora of fabrics, styles, draping and colour options, every type of bride can find the most stunning saree of her dreams that she can drape as a newly-wed. Let’s explore nine styles of reception sarees for Indian weddings.
1. Classic Kanjeevaram Saree
Known for their motifs, heavy silk and gold cloth, Kanjeevaram sarees deserve to top the list of must-have reception sarees for Indian weddings. The gorgeous sarees project silk grandeur with elan and are a staple for South Indian brides. But they are versatile enough to give brides from all across India an alluring look. Red, orange, green, pink, blue, the colour choices are limitless.
Where - Aavaranaa
Price - ₹10,000 onwards
2. Opulent Banarasi Saree
Banarasi sarees are one of the most coveted possessions of North Indian women. These heirloom sarees are created with gold and silver brocade or zari, fine silk and opulent embroidery. The Banarasi silk drapes beautifully, hugging the right curves of the body. Even though red is the most preferred colour for a bridal Banarasi saree, you may opt for green, pink, gold and maroon as your reception saree for Indian weddings.
Where - Shreemeena
Price - ₹ 6,000 onwards
3. Stylish Net Saree
Net sarees are loved by traditional as well as modern brides. These sarees are lightweight and will bring a respite on your reception ceremony by giving you a chance to move around comfortably. If draped well, these sarees can accentuate your figure; just make sure your underskirt matches your saree perfectly. The colour options with this style are immense; pick a pastel or neutral colour with heavy embellishment if you have worn classic bridal colours on other functions.
Where - Panache India
Price - ₹ 12,000 onwards
4. Rich Golden Saree
Your wedding reception is your golden ticket to look like a golden diva. To stand out without wearing an obscenely heavy lehenga in blood red colour, pick a saree in gold. A gorgeous golden saree can be found in every fabric, be it silk, tissue, shimmer or net. Just explore the market with this colour theme in mind and you'll find a masterpiece.
Where - Tarun Tahiliani
Price - On request
5. Shimmery Saree
Your wedding reception is your night to shimmer and sparkle. When looking for reception sarees for Indian weddings, don’t forget to explore shimmer sarees as they can complement your look perfectly. Pick a shimmer saree with a statement blouse and don't forget to add a waist belt or Kamarband. Keep your makeup sultry and experiment with jewellery. Bronze, ivory, beige and dark peach look great on everyone.
Where - Nine colours
Price - ₹ 3,500 onwards
6. Modern Saree Gown
If you're a bride who wants to have the best of both worlds, a saree gown is your perfect pick as a reception saree for Indian weddings. The gorgeous silhouette of saree-gowns flatters every body type and yet helps one create an Indian princess-like look. Safe to say, saree gowns offer the beauty of sarees sans the drama attached with draping. The colour options are endless but most brides prefer pastels.
Where - Gaurav Gupta
Price - On request
7. Lehenga Saree
The elegance of saree and sensuousness of lehenga are combined to create these stunning reception sarees for Indian weddings. With readymade pleats and elaborate flare, these sarees are easy to wear and modish. The Pallu is draped just like a saree's Pallu and looks effortless. We love the combination of red and gold for a bridal lehenga saree but you may pick any other colour to complement your groom’s attire.
Where - Sabyasachi
Price - On request
8. Sophisticated Velvet Saree
Everything is luxurious about this rich and expensive fabric. Go for an all-over velvet saree with shimmer blouse or opt for a half-and-half saree in velvet fabric. Red, maroon and purple velvet sarees are most loved by brides as reception sarees for Indian weddings but you may pick blue too.
Where - Samyakk
Price - ₹ 21,000 onwards
9. Statement Fusion Saree
A fusion saree as a reception saree for Indian wedding can give a break from traditional Indian bridal looks and yet make you look like a million bucks! The skirts of such sarees drape traditionally but the real fusion element lies in the Pallu, blouse and even embroidery.
Where - Papa don't preach
Price - ₹ 75,000 onwards
Sarees have been around for ages and are not going anywhere even in the upcoming wedding seasons. Their timeless beauty combined with your modern-day charm makes them an excellent choice as your reception outfit. When choosing reception sarees for Indian weddings, pick a classic one that’ll make an excellent hand-me-down or opt a fusion saree that matches your personality; either way, it’s a win-win!
Tell us which style of reception sarees for Indian weddings you’d love to drape on your reception to welcome your new life!
