A Tale Of Five Cities: Brides Of India

Veiled Vanity: A graceful white gown rippling amidst pristine Goan churches is a match made in heaven. Drape a delicate chiffon veil on your head for a touch of drama. For jewellery, opt for decadent diamonds interspersed with brilliant emeralds. If you wish to go the fusion route‚ add a maang tika and matching bold bangles.

Paasa Fables: Opt for a soft shade of green for the aristocratic look of a Nizami bride. A quintessential lehenga choli set with delicate chikankaari embroidery will look ethereal when paired an emerald paasa and satlada. Finish your look with dark kohl-rimmed eyes.

Golden Archives: Drape a traditional jamdani sari in red and white for the classic Bengali look. Pair this ensemble with a bright gold filigree kaanphool and layered necklaces‚ and cinch your waist with a Kamar bandh to add definition. Accentuate your facial features with dots of sandalwood paste across the forehead for an authentic look.

Heartland Pop: Channel the traditional Punjabi bride in a rani pink ensemble‚ and a dupatta rich with gold trimmings. You can never go wrong with a Kurti and sharara set‚ paired with a classic maang tika and oversized Nath. Finish the look with gold kaleeras.

Nauvari Play: A mundavalya or a string of pearls and flowers worn across the forehead is the first distinguisher of a Marathi bride. Opt for a two-tone paithani sari draped in the nauvari style. Match the traditional textiles with gold jewellery and a half-moon-shaped Nath. Keep the makeup simple with black smokey eyeliner and a crescent-shaped bindi.