Take Inspiration From These Stylish Outfits to Be the Best-Dressed Wedding Guest

Photographs by Shivamm Paathak. Styling by Hoorvi J Valaya. Text by Radhika Bhalla.

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Satin outfits and feather trims, silver necklaces and gold rings...remember, an unexpected pairing will always be appreciated when worn with confidence.

Antique Green Metallic Coat and Tasseled Skirt, ₹36,736, Rara Avis By Sonal Varma; Double Layer Ring, ₹6,600, Galaxy Of Stars Ring, ₹6,300, and Charms Choker, ₹22,800, all Motifs By Surbhi Didwania; Gold and Brass Bangles, ₹2,200, Ritika Sachdeva; Hamsaka Bangle, ₹34,500, Bespoke Vintage Jewellers; Iqra Glass Cuff, ₹3,999, Bauble Love; Kasturi Necklace, ₹4,200, Amama. Vera Metallic Belt, ₹6,000, Trov

 

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A one-shoulder, multi-coloured dress can adapt very well to the spirit of the ceremonies with the help of pretty juttis and gold jewellery.

Dual Printed Hand Micro pleated Sari Dress, ₹20,000, Saaksha & Kinni; Varsa Silk Scarf, ₹12,000, Carte Blanche; Gold and Brass Bangles, ₹2,200, and Gold Shell Wire Drop Earings, ₹3,100, all Ritika Sachdeva; Sundari Juttis, ₹3,390, House Of Vian.

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Keep an eye out for monochrome embroidery to wear to an evening function. Drape the jacket around your shoulders for extra props.

Tulip Jacket, ₹12,000, Vipul Shah; Hand Embroidered Blouse, ₹49,500, JJ Valaya; Shurvi Necklace, ₹3,000, And Viral Choker, ₹9,900, Amama; The Drop Earrings, ₹6,000, and Adivasi Oxidised Pearl Ring, ₹11,040, Motifs By Surbhi Didwania; Obi Loop Tie Belt, ₹7,500, Trov.

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Silver with gold and hints of red is a strong combination, one reserved for style savants. Take note that it must make an appearance in your look this wedding season.

Jacket, ₹2,75,000, Anamika Khanna; Embroidered Lycra Pants, ₹91,800, Tarun Tahilliani; Saf Bustier, ₹32,950, Shivan & Narresh; Chand Bali Choker, ₹42,500, Motifs by Surbhi Didwania; Silver Necklace, ₹74,500, Bespoke Vintage Jewellers; Antique Coin Tassel Necklace, ₹24,500, Tama.

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Yes, the kaftan can be worn to a function, especially when teamed with chunky jewellery and a sleek hairdo. Reason enough to jump for joy!

Kaftan, ₹19,800, Payal Khandwala; Flat Metal Stackables, ₹3,100, Ritika Sachdeva; The Miniature Coral Blooms Earrings, ₹2,500, The Dewdrop Necklet, ₹7,500, Gold Patchwork Arm Cuff, ₹3500, and Rings, ₹3,500, all Studio Metallurgy; Love Shack Necklace, ₹3,685, Zariin.

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Big, happy florals must make an appearance at least once in your anthology of style. Turn to your favourite cropped-top for the blouse design and make sure you stand out from the crowd.

Embroidered Half & Half Sari, ₹13,800, Limerick; Kesha Glass Choker, ₹6,299, Akshara Lambhani Necklace, ₹4,999, Chandrika Ear Cuff, ₹2,999, Iqra Glass Cuff, ₹3,999, Lekhit Lambani Cuff, ₹2,999, Pink Phoolcali Ring, ₹799, Medha Silver Ring, ₹2,999, and Vara Lambhani Ring, ₹3,199, all Bauble Love.

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An obi belt is a great way to cinch in the waist and flaunt an hourglass figure. It is also ideal to hold an interesting drape, like this gown-inspired one.

Printed Chevron Sari, ₹1,24,500, JJ Valaya; Agath Earings, ₹2,000, and Paras Necklace, ₹8,000, both Amama; Silver Taveez Hasdi, ₹14,500 and Jute Necklace, ₹27,500, Tama; Matri Afghani Cuff, ₹2,450, Adhritha Lambani Cuff, ₹2,599, Meluha Afghani Cuff, ₹6,999, Chandralokha Anklet, ₹2,999, and Machli Lambhani Rings, ₹3,999 each, all Bauble Love; Tan Oval Ovi Belt, ₹6,000, Trov.

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A burst of pink needn't be pared-down with a muted colour. Elevate the shade with a generous dose of silver.

Handwoven Silk Shirt, ₹14,800, and Skirt, ₹19,800, Payal Khandwala; Tribal Silver Ear Cuff, ₹2,160, and Kina Ghungroo Ring, ₹3,150, Motifs By Surbhi Didwania; Gold and Brass Bangles, ₹2,200 each, Ritika Sachdeva. Vamana Choker, ₹51,650, Bespoke Vintage Jewelers; Geisha Thread, Jute and Stainless Steel Neckpiece, ₹24,800, En Inde Design; Metallic Green Oval Obi Belt, ₹6,000, Trov.

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Can you ever wear too much jewellery? The answer lies in the makeup. Keep your face clean and understated, and you'll be good as gold!

Carpet Print Sari with Tassels, ₹45,500, and Corset with Baroque Handwork and Belt, ₹35,500, Nikita Mhaisalkar; Barha Earrings, ₹32,749, and Kanwal Bangle, ₹31,000 both Bespoke Vintage Jewellers; Flat Metal Stackables, ₹3,100, Ritika Sachdeva; Victorian Ghungroo Ring, ₹5,700, Dual Tone Double Layer Ring, ₹6,600, and Galaxy Of Stars Ring, ₹6,300, Motifs By Surbhi Didwania.

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Take the Greecian route to sari-draping by draping the six-yard staple under a bustier. Wear wide cuffs on either wrist and large, statement earrrings.

Carpet Print Sari with Tassels, ₹45,500, and Corset with Baroque Handwork and Belt, ₹35,500, both Nikita Mhaisalkar; Barha Earrings, ₹32,749, and Kannwal Bangle, ₹31,000, both Bespoke Vintage Jewellers; Flat Metal Stackables, ₹3,100, Ritika Sachdeva; Victorian Ghungroo Ring, ₹5,700, Double Layer Ring, ₹6,600, and Galaxy of Stars Ring, ₹6,300, all Motifs by Surbhi Didwania

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Embroidery inspired by itinerant tribes is such a wonderful way of paying homage to traditional cultures. More is more, in this case, so don't hold back.

Jacket, ₹2,75,000, Anamika Khanna; Embroidered Lycra Pants, ₹91,800, Tarun Tahilliani; Saf Bustier, ₹32,950, Shivan & Narresh; Chand Bali Choker, ₹42,500, Motifs by Surbhi Didwania; Silver Necklace, ₹74,500, Bespoke Vintage Jewellers; Antique Coin Tassel Necklace, ₹24,500, Tama