Wedding guest outfit

[BallyJ]

Hoping the collective mind of HHO will strike again! You guys are my go to for any problems


I'm going to a traditional Indian Wedding at the beginning of Sept, I don't know the bride, but do know the groom! The invite is traditional Indian dress but I have no idea, and nobody to ask?! Really don't want to look like a plonker and REALLY REALLY don't want to offend anyone. My other option would be a Midi/Maxi dress so if you have any recommendations for these please let me know, ideally under £200?

 

[HollyWoozle]

I don't have much advice but I will say that there are often lots of fabulous Indian outfits on eBay, if you are open to secondhand items. I have been looking at secondhand wedding dresses on there and often stumble over Indian wedding guest outfits on there (and outfits for brides too of course). Just thought I'd mention it as you might be able to get some ideas on there at least.

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

Yes ebay or if your near London East Ham High Street has loads of shops that sell Indian clothing.

 

[BallyJ]

Theres some beautiful ones on Vinted!

But i'm not sure if I should wear a lehenga or saree?

Any an colours to avoid? or is it a case of anything goes?

 

[AShetlandBitMeOnce]

https://www.asos.com/asos-design/as...-mustard/prd/204033755?ctaref=recently+viewed

even if this is not for you, it may give you some key words to use to search elsewhere. I am not sure what traditional Indian dress exactly is, but I was looking at wearing something like this to Ascot which is how I found it

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

Theres some beautiful ones on Vinted!

But i'm not sure if I should wear a lehenga or saree?

Any an colours to avoid? or is it a case of anything goes?

I think the bride and groom wear red and gold so maybe avoid that.

 

[tda]

I don't think I'd wear Indian dress , especially as I didn't know the bride.

 

[AmyMay]

I don't think I'd wear Indian dress , especially as I didn't know the bride.

The invite literally states ‘traditional Indians dress’

 

[DabDab]

Theres some beautiful ones on Vinted!

But i'm not sure if I should wear a lehenga or saree?

Any an colours to avoid? or is it a case of anything goes?

When I attended one a few years ago I was reliably informed that either lehenga or saree are fine and just avoid red (as is the bridal colour) and black (a lack of colour is not the done thing).

I bought off ebay and really enjoyed picking something that I would never usually get an opportunity to wear

 

[BallyJ]

I don't think I'd wear Indian dress , especially as I didn't know the bride.

This was my initial thought! But my OH went away with the groom and he's really keen for us to dress up apparently! But typical men they aren't giving me enough detail

 

[BallyJ]

When I attended one a few years ago I was reliably informed that either lehenga or saree are fine and just avoid red (as is the bridal colour) and black (a lack of colour is not the done thing).

I bought off ebay and really enjoyed picking something that I would never usually get an opportunity to wear

Perfect! I'm thinking Lehenga so sound like i'm along the right lines

 

[Pearlsacarolsinger]

Perfect! I'm thinking Lehenga so sound like i'm along the right lines

You should be fine with lehenga. Personally I would avoid saree, just because its not easy for a novice to put on.

 

[BallyJ]

You should be fine with lehenga. Personally I would avoid saree, just because its not easy for a novice to put on.

Thank you!

It's an unknown world but i'm excited to get to try something new on, and get dressed up for a change, out of Jeans!!

 

[DabDab]

As well as the colourful clothes the makeup worn by a lot of the women at the one I went to was incredible - so vibrant and colourful but yet effortlessly tasteful. It was a really great celebration in every way. Hope you enjoy!

 

[twiggy2]

The lehenga looks stunning

 

[babymare]

Wow I love the lehenga. Could you speak to grooms mum/ sisters if he has any for advice I think they would love that you want ensure you are dressed appropriately for such special day

 

[Snow Falcon]

My old pony carried the groom up the drive to an indian wedding. I'll see if I can find some pics.

 

[Snow Falcon]

Found a video!!

 

[BallyJ]

What an amazing pony!! You must've been so proud!

 

[Snow Falcon]

He made me cry with pride. I had him 27yrs, sadly lost nearly 2yrs ago now. They were throwing coins at the groom which were hitting him at the start too and he just carried on bless him.

 

[Cowpony]

A lot of Indian brides nowadays also wear pink, so I'd avoid anything in the red/pink spectrum. What a great opportunity though! I love all the opulent fabrics in traditional Indian outfits.

 

[Ratface]

Found a video!!

That's a very steady pony you have there. Well impressed!

 

[Muddy unicorn]

My mum used to be invited to a lot of Indian weddings when she worked in Southall - she used to wear a salwar kameez as she wasn’t keen on having a bare midriff, but the lehengas are beautiful if you’re confident. Saris are tricky to get right if you’re not used to them. Whatever you wear you’ll want to be comfortable in it - Indian weddings tend to be marathons not sprints!

 

[BallyJ]

My mum used to be invited to a lot of Indian weddings when she worked in Southall - she used to wear a salwar kameez as she wasn’t keen on having a bare midriff, but the lehengas are beautiful if you’re confident. Saris are tricky to get right if you’re not used to them. Whatever you wear you’ll want to be comfortable in it - Indian weddings tend to be marathons not sprints!

Thank you!! Really looking forward to it!!

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

The food is amazing well it was at the 2 I went to

 

[rabatsa]

My go to place for advice and something to wear is https://www.bombaystores.co.uk/

Depends how close to Bradford you live to go in person but they do mail order.